Upcoming Events

Come to the library on the first Monday morning of every month for coffee and conversation about local matters. It’s a great way to get to know your neighbors and learn about things going on in the community.

The presentation covers the history and basics of Medicare. Listen and learn with Annese Piazza, a local resident and resource. Brought to you in partnership with the River Forest Township.

Speaker, author, and traveler Jeanne Roppolo joins us to share the story of her adventures in Antarctica.

When Oak Park–based author Mary Anne Mohanraj learned she had breast cancer, she immediately began recording the details in her blog.

Join other movie lovers on the third Friday of every month to watch classic films. This summer, we're paying tribute to the king of summer blockbusters, Steven Spielberg.

In recognition of Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month, area resident (and Wednesday Journal staffer) Lourdes N

Food journalist Steve Dolinsky, known for his TV reports on Chicago food for NBC 5, comes to the Library to discuss all things Chicago pizza.

Returning to the Library after her popular talk on Chicago's newest murals in 2021, historian and tour guide Beth Sair will now take you on a journey through many of the city's oldest and most stunning buildings, including the city's first public

Come to the library on the first Monday morning of every month for coffee and conversation about local matters. It’s a great way to get to know your neighbors and learn about things going on in the community.

Yoga instructor Rhonda Fentry leads a form of meditation using ambient overlapping sounds and vibrations from crystal and Tibetan singing bowls, tapping into your subconscious and awakening new energy. Please bring your own yoga mat.

Crafting isn't just for kids! By popular demand, we are now offering our adult crafting program every other month.

Join other movie lovers on the third Friday of every month to watch classic films. This summer, we're paying tribute to the king of summer blockbusters, Steven Spielberg.

Making an encore appearance at the Library after her double performance as Joan Crawford and Bette Davis in 2022, performer Jillann Gabrielle brings us another original one-woman musical extravaganza.

The Library is pleased to present a series of outdoor concerts in our garden on the fourth Thursday evening of June, July, and August.

Yoga instructor Rhonda Fentry leads a form of meditation using ambient overlapping sounds and vibrations from crystal and Tibetan singing bowls, tapping into your subconscious and awakening new energy. Registration required.

Join other movie lovers on the third Friday of every month to watch classic films. This summer, we're paying tribute to the king of summer blockbusters, Steven Spielberg.

Do you have old treasures lying around that you suspect may be worth something? Have you ever watched Antiques Roadshow on PBS and wished you could have your own items appraised by an antiques expert?

The Library is pleased to present a series of outdoor concerts in our garden on the fourth Thursday evening of June, July, and August.

OPRF Historical Society volunteer Frank FioRito presents his research on a forgotten piece of River Forest history.

Come to the library on the first Monday morning of every month for coffee and conversation about local matters. It’s a great way to get to know your neighbors and learn about things going on in the community.

Crafting isn't just for kids! By popular demand, we are now offering our adult crafting program every other month.

Join other movie lovers on the third Friday of every month to watch classic films. This summer, we're paying tribute to the king of summer blockbusters, Steven Spielberg.

Local author Mike Curtis's new book Around the World in 80 Sandwiches tells the story of one man's attempt to show his sons the world through sandwiches—either made at home or found at restaurants around Chicagoland.

The Library is pleased to present a series of outdoor concerts in our garden on the fourth Thursday evening of June, July, and August.