Events
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Ageless Strength & Mobility
-Available In-Person at the Library at 11:30am
Join us on designated days for an interactive, instructional fitness session with fan-favorite instructor Arlene Santiago! We've taken Chair Yoga and graduated into something even more exciting: Ageless Strength & Mobility!
This program is available in-person at the library.
Registration is required!
To Register for this program, please contact Katherine Goosby
Patrons who sign up are registered for classes for the entire month.
*PLEASE NOTE: Participants must sign the waiver below prior to participating. Participants must be registered to attend.
Participants are encouraged to bring a hand towel and water with them to class.
WAIVER: https://app.waiversign.com/doc/5aa08440a7a14365b71fbd2c
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Chess Club for Adults & Seniors
-Available in-person at the library-
The Park Forest Public Library is excited to announce our Chess club for adults and seniors. This is a social club designed to build a community of chess players both new to the game and long time players.
Our goal is to provide a laid back welcoming place for adults to play and connect with other adults who love the game of chess.
This club is informal and self-instructed with no guided teaching. We encourage attendees to engage in friendly competition, introduce new players to the game, and help spread the love of chess.
Chess boards and clocks will be available, or feel free to bring your own.
Chess Club will meet twice a month on designated Wednesdays
Registration is Required
Registration will open on February 2nd
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Feb114:00 pm - 8:00 am CST7 spots available
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Calling all kids and teens! Come join our Creative Crew and indulge in a fun, engaging craft project with other creative kids! Registration for this event is required--space is limited.
To register, please contact the Kids Zone at (708) 748-3731 ext. 231!
February 11 - Valentine's Day Jewelry Boxes
February 18 - Black History Month 3D Portrait
February 25 - Black History Month Jewelry
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Feb115:00 pm - 7:00 pm CST
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Join us for a patron-led craft session every 2nd Wednesday of the month! Please bring your own project that you are working on from home and spend an evening working on your craft in a group environment. Beading supplies and extra projects are occasionally provided.
No registration is required.
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Feb1211:00 am - 12:00 pm CST10 spots available
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Join us in the Kids' Zone for a special art program geared towards children 5 & under.
Registration is required for this event! To reserve your space, stop by Kids' Zone or call the library at (708) 748-3731 ext 234.
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Feb1211:30 am - 2:30 pm CST
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Connecting Through Treads
**Available In-Person at 11:30am**
Join us for a relaxing afternoon just for knitters, crocheters and more! Gather with knitters just like you to share ideas, techniques, and good conversation.
Bring your own knitting & crochet materials, or use the basic supplies provided.
No experience needed. All skill levels welcome
(This is a self-guided event)
No Registration Required
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Feb1311:00 am - 11:30 am CST
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Meditate with Gogo! This guided beginner-friendly session for adults will give you the tools you need to start your meditation and self-care journey. All are welcome to join, no prior experience is needed.
- Enhance Well-Being: Reduce stress and cultivate calm through guided meditation and self-awareness practices.
- Improve Focus and Productivity: Mindfulness increases clarity, sharpens attention, and supports emotional regulation.
- Build Emotional Resilience: Develop greater balance and inner peace through consistent self-care and grounding techniques.
- Support a Positive Culture: Encourage open-hearted communication and deeper connection amongst one another.
No registration is required.
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Feb1412:00 pm - 12:30 pm CST10 spots available
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Join us in the Kids' Zone for an art project! Suitable for ages 13 and under.
No registration required!
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Feb141:00 pm - 2:30 pm CST25 spots available
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Line Dancing Class with Cynthia Morse, C Soul Slyders
- Available In-Person @ 1:00pm - 2:30pm -
Cynthia Morse has been teaching Line Dancing for over 15 years, finding a Fun way to incorporate exercise into our daily routines. Classes are beneficial for good health, muscle tone and cardiovascular strength. Dancing also reduces stress and can help decrease blood pressure.
Join us for a Fun and Invigorating afternoon of dancing!
Beginners Session 1:00pm -2:00pm
Intermediate Session 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Registration is Required.
Registration will open on February 7th
* Please note* The Intermediate session is from 2:00pm - 2:30pm. If you're not interested in this session, you are welcome to leave at your convenience.
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Feb142:30 pm - 4:30 pm CST
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Writer's Workshop (Led by James Pressler)
- Meeting on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of every month from 2:30pm-4:30pm.
Are you an aspiring author looking for tips and tricks to improve and perfect your craft? Are you interested in sharing your work with other authors for constructive criticism? Are you skeptical of the writing process and looking for answers from your peers? We've got the club for you! Join local author and writer James Pressler twice a month on designated Saturdays at the Writer's Workshop.