Events
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Jul172:00 pm - 3:00 pm CDT15 spots available
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Mastering the Basics of Canva- Beginners Session
NEW TIME!!!
Beginners Session 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Advanced Session 3:00pm - 4:00pm
****** (Advanced session is for experienced users of the platform) *****
Join Larry Streeter of KSblissmedia for Hands-On Session to learn:
* Getting started with Canva
* Choosing and Customizing Templates
*Adding and Editing Text, Images, and Graphics
* Saving and Sharing Your Designs
****The Advanced Session will cover more in-depth features***
No design experience or prior use of Canva needed. Learn to create stunning visuals in minutes!
**If you own a laptop, we recommend you bring it to set up CANVA on your device**
**Smart Phones and Tablets are also welcome **
Registration is Required
Registration will open on July 10th
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Jul173:00 pm - 4:00 pm CDT15 spots available
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Mastering Canva- Advanced Session
NEW TIME!!
3:00pm - 4:00pm
****** (Advanced session is for experienced users of the platform) *****
Join Larry Streeter of Kblissmedia for Hands-On Session to learn more in-depth features of the Canva platform. This session is for more experienced users. There will be little to no guidance during the session.
No design experience or prior use of Canva needed. Learn to create stunning visuals in minutes!
**If you own a laptop, we recommend you bring it to set up CANVA on your device**
**Smart Phones and Tablets are also welcome **
Registration is Required. Space is Limited
Registration will open on July 10th
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Jul1811:00 am - 11:30 am CDT
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Join us at 11:00am in the Kids' Zone for an interactive story time with Miss Candy! Geared towards children ages 5 & under. For more information, contact Miss Nikki at (708) 748-3731 ext. 234.
No registration required--call ahead to ensure our Storyteller will be in!
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Jul1811:30 am - 12:30 pm CDT
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 for this event is required!
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.
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Jul1910:30 am - 11:30 am CDT10 spots available
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Computer Workshop: Microsoft Excel Basics
In this session, we will focus on Microsoft Excel, a versatile tool for organizing data, performing calculations, and analyzing information. Whether you're managing personal budgets, tracking expenses, or simply looking to improve your skills, this class is perfect for beginners. In this class, you’ll learn:- Understanding the Excel Interface: Familiarize yourself with the layout, worksheets, rows, columns, and cells in Excel.
- Creating and Saving Spreadsheets: How to start a new workbook, save your work, and organize your files for easy access.
- Entering and Editing Data: Learn to enter text, numbers, and dates into cells, and how to make basic edits.
- Formatting Spreadsheets: Adjusting the appearance of your data using font changes, colors, borders, and alignment.
- Sorting and Filtering Data: How to organize and find specific information quickly in large sets of data.
- Printing and Sharing Workbooks: Learn how to prepare your Excel sheet for printing and share it with others.
These classes are designed with a slower pace, providing time for questions and hands-on practice. You'll be guided through each step to ensure a comfortable and supportive learning environment. Whether you want to track expenses, create a simple budget, or organize your information in a more efficient way, this class will help you master the basics of Excel.Registration is required.
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Jul1912:00 pm - 12:30 pm CDT
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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Jul1912:30 pm - 1:30 pm CDT
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Join us as we read and bring intention to small actions. For more information call 708-748-3731.
This month, we're reading The Demon of Unrest by Erik Larson.
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Jul2112:00 pm - 2:00 pm CDT
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
It's BINGO Time for Seniors!!!
-Available in person at 12:00PM-
Join us for an afternoon of BINGO in partnership with DeAnna Thurmond!
Prizes will be awarded to our winners!
Light refreshments will be provided.
Registration is Required
To register, please contact Katherine Goosby
**Please note: This event is geared towards serving ages 60 and older**
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Jul211:30 pm - 2:30 pm CDT10 spots available
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
We're celebrating our Summer Reading theme all season long! This week, join us for a special Color Our World Pop-Up Craft for Kids and let your creativity flow! What kind of colorful creation will you make at the library? Join us to find out!
Registration is required.
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Jul214:00 pm - 5:00 pm CDT14 spots available
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Unleash your creativity and dive into the world of polymer clay at this month’s Teen Time program! Join us for a fun and hands-on class where you'll learn how to craft a variety of mini sculptures using colorful polymer clay. Whether you’re a beginner or have some experience, this workshop will guide you step by step as you create your own personalized masterpieces. Bring a friend and bring new creations to life together!
Registration is required.
For more information, contact Kaitlyn at (708) 748-3731 ext. 222!