Culture & Community
The Power of Story with Colson Whitehead (Virtual)
Forest Park Public Library at VirtualLink to register: https://bit.ly/ILP_ColsonWhiteheadKicking off our third season, we are thrilled to welcome two-time Pulitzer Prize winning author Colson Whitehead to our Illinois libraries. The #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Underground Railroad, The Nickel Boys, The Noble Hustle, Zone One, Sag Harbor, The Intuitionist, John Henry Days, Apex Hides the Hurt, and…
Chair Yoga
Forest Park Public Library at Austin RoomJoin this 30 minute Chair Yoga class with DuShaun Branch that will be accessible and opento all bodies! Chair Yoga is a great introduction to Yoga and allows students to use an everyday prop, the chair!!!Funds in part for this program were provided through an award from AgeOptions through funding from the American Rescue Plan…
Fall Storytime Concert with Miss Katie
Forest Park Public Library at Austin RoomOld Town School of Folk Music teacher and performer Miss Katie sings us into our fall session of storytimes. Designed for ages 6 and younger and their families. Email us at ysfppl.org or call the YS Department at 708-689-6126 if you have questions or need accessibility supports. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/fppl/MISSKATIE_F1F38E9B.PNG
(Offsite) FPPL at the Park District Fall Fest
Forest Park Public Library at OffsiteJoin the Library at the Park District of Forest Park's Fall Fest. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/fppl/DOWNLOAD_9ACD0C4A.JPG
Rainbow Spinner Toy DIY
Forest Park Public Library at YS Program Room**This is an in-person program. Please email us at ysfppl.org or call the YS Department at 708-689-6126 if you need access to a remote or recorded option or if you have other accessibility needs.**Create a fun rainbow spinner toy using paper, glue, and a wooden skewer. Ages 8 to 10. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/fppl/SPINNER_TOY_482D2B7E.JPG
Photo Walk at the Forest Home Cemetery
Forest Park Public Library at OffsiteJoin photographer Alexis Ellers for a walk around the Forest Home Cemetery and learn how to photograph the monuments and beautiful, peaceful environment. Alexis will give photography tips and tricks while we try out our photo skills on the grounds of the Cemetery. Please meet in the parking lot behind the Forest Home Cemetery offices at…
Tai Chi
Forest Park Public Library at Austin RoomClass involves a series of movements performed in a slow gentle way. Focus on breathing and body awareness in this slow moving form of meditation.Funds in part for this program were provided through an award from AgeOptions through funding from the American Rescue Plan Act.
Social Circle
Forest Park Public Library at Austin RoomSocial Circle: Storytelling
Forest Park Public Library at Austin RoomWe want the Library to be your happy place. All seniors (55+) are invited to join in for some special community time each week. We’ll talk and share interests, enjoy guest speakers, and keep ourselves active, engaged, and well-informed. Today's topic: Storytelling with Susan RohdeFunds in part for this program were provided through an award…
Chair Yoga
Forest Park Public Library at Austin RoomJoin this 30 minute Chair Yoga class with DuShaun Branch that will be accessible and opento all bodies! Chair Yoga is a great introduction to Yoga and allows students to use an everyday prop, the chair!!!Funds in part for this program were provided through an award from AgeOptions through funding from the American Rescue Plan…