Local calendar
60 upcoming events near Melrose Park. Each card links back to the source, so you can check the details before you go.
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Lifelong learning
forestpark · Forest Park, IL
forestpark
Class involves a series of movements performed in a slow gentle way. Focus on breathing and body awareness in this slow moving form of meditation. Some basic familiarity with Tai Chi is expected. Funds in part for this program were provided through an award from AgeOptions through funding from the American Rescue Plan Act.
Lifelong learning
forestpark · Forest Park, IL
forestpark
Class 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.
Lifelong learning
forestpark · Forest Park, IL
forestpark
Do you have a question about technology, including email, internet, using your phone, library eBooks or audiobooks, or using Zoom? FPPL cardholders can book a 30-minute in-person appointment. Examples of topics: - Downloading eBooks or audiobooks to a device - Using email - Setting up a social media account - Moving pictures from your phone to your laptop - Changing settings on a new device - Finding useful apps - Building your smartphone, laptop, or tablet skills - Feeling more confident usi...
Lifelong learning
forestpark · Forest Park, IL
forestpark
Age-ility is a fun, low-impact fitness class designed to help older adults stay strong, mobile, and independent. Each session focuses on improving balance, flexibility, strength, and coordination through safe, functional movements that support everyday activities. Exercises can be modified for all fitness levels, welcoming both beginners and experienced participants. Join us to move better, feel stronger, and build confidence in your body at any age! The presenter is Sarah Lofgren.
Lifelong learning
forestpark · Forest Park, IL
forestpark
Join this 30 minute Chair Yoga class with DuShaun Branch that will be accessible and open to 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 Act.
Community & civic
forestpark · Forest Park, IL
forestpark
is is the monthly meeting of the Forest Park Board of Health. See more information including Meeting Agendas here.
Lifelong learning
forestpark · Forest Park, IL
forestpark
Do you have a question about technology, including email, internet, using your phone, library eBooks or audiobooks, or using Zoom? FPPL cardholders can book a 30-minute in-person appointment. Examples of topics: - Downloading eBooks or audiobooks to a device - Using email - Setting up a social media account - Moving pictures from your phone to your laptop - Changing settings on a new device - Finding useful apps - Building your smartphone, laptop, or tablet skills - Feeling more confident usi...
Community & civic
forestpark · Forest Park, IL
forestpark
We are calling in the community of caregivers! Gain a comprehensive understanding of the distinctions between Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Explore the different stages of Alzheimer’s, identify key risk factors, review the latest research developments, and learn about FDA-approved treatments currently available to manage the disease.
Lifelong learning
forestpark · Forest Park, IL
forestpark
Class involves a series of movements performed in a slow gentle way. Focus on breathing and body awareness in this slow moving form of meditation. Some basic familiarity with Tai Chi is expected. Funds in part for this program were provided through an award from AgeOptions through funding from the American Rescue Plan Act.
Lifelong learning
forestpark · Forest Park, IL
forestpark
Class 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.
Community & civic
forestpark · Forest Park, IL
forestpark
Spend an evening at the Forest Park Public Library with a variety of tabletop games. Either compete against each other, or work together, with games such as Catan, Flashpoint, and Ticket to Ride. Feel free to bring your own tabletop games! This program is intended for adults.
Lifelong learning
forestpark · Forest Park, IL
forestpark
Do you have a question about technology, including email, internet, using your phone, library eBooks or audiobooks, or using Zoom? FPPL cardholders can book a 30-minute in-person appointment. Examples of topics: - Downloading eBooks or audiobooks to a device - Using email - Setting up a social media account - Moving pictures from your phone to your laptop - Changing settings on a new device - Finding useful apps - Building your smartphone, laptop, or tablet skills - Feeling more confident usi...
Lifelong learning
forestpark · Forest Park, IL
forestpark
Join this 30 minute Chair Yoga class with DuShaun Branch that will be accessible and open to 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 Act.
Lifelong learning
forestpark · Forest Park, IL
forestpark
Do you have a question about technology, including email, internet, using your phone, library eBooks or audiobooks, or using Zoom? FPPL cardholders can book a 30-minute in-person appointment. Examples of topics: - Downloading eBooks or audiobooks to a device - Using email - Setting up a social media account - Moving pictures from your phone to your laptop - Changing settings on a new device - Finding useful apps - Building your smartphone, laptop, or tablet skills - Feeling more confident usi...
Community & civic
forestpark · Forest Park, IL
forestpark
We love mystery novels. Join us! New members welcome. August 15th A Test of Wills by Charles Todd Available in large print, e-audiobook, and audiobook CD formats.
Lifelong learning
forestpark · Forest Park, IL
forestpark
Class involves a series of movements performed in a slow gentle way. Focus on breathing and body awareness in this slow moving form of meditation. Some basic familiarity with Tai Chi is expected. Funds in part for this program were provided through an award from AgeOptions through funding from the American Rescue Plan Act.
Lifelong learning
forestpark · Forest Park, IL
forestpark
Class 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.
Community & civic
forestpark · Forest Park, IL
forestpark
Click Wisely: How to Spot Credible Information Learn how to quickly evaluate online information using the SIFT method and other fact-checking strategies. Through hands-on practice, you’ll learn how to investigate sources, verify claims, and decide when to trust, question, or move on. This event is part of the Library's 110th Anniversary Celebration. All attendees will receive a commemorative tote bag. See more info at fppl.org/110.
Lifelong learning
forestpark · Forest Park, IL
forestpark
Do you have a question about technology, including email, internet, using your phone, library eBooks or audiobooks, or using Zoom? FPPL cardholders can book a 30-minute in-person appointment. Examples of topics: - Downloading eBooks or audiobooks to a device - Using email - Setting up a social media account - Moving pictures from your phone to your laptop - Changing settings on a new device - Finding useful apps - Building your smartphone, laptop, or tablet skills - Feeling more confident usi...
Lifelong learning
forestpark · Forest Park, IL
forestpark
Join this 30 minute Chair Yoga class with DuShaun Branch that will be accessible and open to 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 Act.
Community & civic
forestpark · Forest Park, IL
forestpark
Come meet Artist and author Liz Chilsen for an evening of ideas, images, conversation and a reading from her book Home Fires which includes photography writing and drawings. Home Fires is an evocation of human connection to the land through the perspective of Liz‘s connection to her ancestral home in the driftless. Learn more about Liz‘s contemplative process developing the book, tracing her family’s lineage through its matriarchy.
Lifelong learning
forestpark · Forest Park, IL
forestpark
Class involves a series of movements performed in a slow gentle way. Focus on breathing and body awareness in this slow moving form of meditation. Some basic familiarity with Tai Chi is expected. Funds in part for this program were provided through an award from AgeOptions through funding from the American Rescue Plan Act.
Lifelong learning
forestpark · Forest Park, IL
forestpark
Class 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.
Lifelong learning
forestpark · Forest Park, IL
forestpark
Do you have a question about technology, including email, internet, using your phone, library eBooks or audiobooks, or using Zoom? FPPL cardholders can book a 30-minute in-person appointment. Examples of topics: - Downloading eBooks or audiobooks to a device - Using email - Setting up a social media account - Moving pictures from your phone to your laptop - Changing settings on a new device - Finding useful apps - Building your smartphone, laptop, or tablet skills - Feeling more confident usi...
Lifelong learning
forestpark · Forest Park, IL
forestpark
Join this 30 minute Chair Yoga class with DuShaun Branch that will be accessible and open to 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 Act.
Community & civic
forestpark · Forest Park, IL
forestpark
Celebrate 110 years of the Forest Park Public Library with drinks, snacks and activities.
Lifelong learning
forestpark · Forest Park, IL
forestpark
The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office stated that there were 1,822 opioid-related deaths in 2023. In this program, the University of IL Extension presents the statistics surrounding opioid use, emerging trends, how to respond to an opioid overdose, and how to use life-saving nasal naloxone as well as how to use fentanyl test strips. The University of IL Extension has also partnered with the Cook County Department of Public Health to provide FREE Naloxone and FREE Fentanyl Test Strips to b...
Lifelong learning
forestpark · Forest Park, IL
forestpark
Do you have a question about technology, including email, internet, using your phone, library eBooks or audiobooks, or using Zoom? FPPL cardholders can book a 30-minute in-person appointment. Examples of topics: - Downloading eBooks or audiobooks to a device - Using email - Setting up a social media account - Moving pictures from your phone to your laptop - Changing settings on a new device - Finding useful apps - Building your smartphone, laptop, or tablet skills - Feeling more confident usi...
Lifelong learning
forestpark · Forest Park, IL
forestpark
Class involves a series of movements performed in a slow gentle way. Focus on breathing and body awareness in this slow moving form of meditation. Some basic familiarity with Tai Chi is expected. Funds in part for this program were provided through an award from AgeOptions through funding from the American Rescue Plan Act.
Lifelong learning
forestpark · Forest Park, IL
forestpark
Class 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.
Lifelong learning
forestpark · Forest Park, IL
forestpark
Do you have a question about technology, including email, internet, using your phone, library eBooks or audiobooks, or using Zoom? FPPL cardholders can book a 30-minute in-person appointment. Examples of topics: - Downloading eBooks or audiobooks to a device - Using email - Setting up a social media account - Moving pictures from your phone to your laptop - Changing settings on a new device - Finding useful apps - Building your smartphone, laptop, or tablet skills - Feeling more confident usi...
Community & civic
forestpark · Forest Park, IL
forestpark
This is the monthly meeting of the Forest Park Board of Health. See more information including Meeting Agendas here.
Lifelong learning
forestpark · Forest Park, IL
forestpark
Do you have a question about technology, including email, internet, using your phone, library eBooks or audiobooks, or using Zoom? FPPL cardholders can book a 30-minute in-person appointment. Examples of topics: - Downloading eBooks or audiobooks to a device - Using email - Setting up a social media account - Moving pictures from your phone to your laptop - Changing settings on a new device - Finding useful apps - Building your smartphone, laptop, or tablet skills - Feeling more confident usi...
Classes & arts
forestpark · Forest Park, IL
forestpark
Trauma, Resilience, and Post-Traumatic Growth in Times of Community Stress Sign Up A monthly wellness workshop held by the Forest Park Board of Health. Questions? Email forestparkboardofhealth@gmail.com.
Lifelong learning
forestpark · Forest Park, IL
forestpark
Do you have a question about technology, including email, internet, using your phone, library eBooks or audiobooks, or using Zoom? FPPL cardholders can book a 30-minute in-person appointment. Examples of topics: - Downloading eBooks or audiobooks to a device - Using email - Setting up a social media account - Moving pictures from your phone to your laptop - Changing settings on a new device - Finding useful apps - Building your smartphone, laptop, or tablet skills - Feeling more confident usi...
Lifelong learning
forestpark · Forest Park, IL
forestpark
Do you have a question about technology, including email, internet, using your phone, library eBooks or audiobooks, or using Zoom? FPPL cardholders can book a 30-minute in-person appointment. Examples of topics: - Downloading eBooks or audiobooks to a device - Using email - Setting up a social media account - Moving pictures from your phone to your laptop - Changing settings on a new device - Finding useful apps - Building your smartphone, laptop, or tablet skills - Feeling more confident usi...
Lifelong learning
forestpark · Forest Park, IL
forestpark
Do you have a question about technology, including email, internet, using your phone, library eBooks or audiobooks, or using Zoom? FPPL cardholders can book a 30-minute in-person appointment. Examples of topics: - Downloading eBooks or audiobooks to a device - Using email - Setting up a social media account - Moving pictures from your phone to your laptop - Changing settings on a new device - Finding useful apps - Building your smartphone, laptop, or tablet skills - Feeling more confident usi...
Lifelong learning
forestpark · Forest Park, IL
forestpark
Do you have a question about technology, including email, internet, using your phone, library eBooks or audiobooks, or using Zoom? FPPL cardholders can book a 30-minute in-person appointment. Examples of topics: - Downloading eBooks or audiobooks to a device - Using email - Setting up a social media account - Moving pictures from your phone to your laptop - Changing settings on a new device - Finding useful apps - Building your smartphone, laptop, or tablet skills - Feeling more confident usi...
Community & civic
forestpark · Forest Park, IL
forestpark
This is the monthly meeting of the Forest Park Board of Health. See more information including Meeting Agendas here.
Lifelong learning
forestpark · Forest Park, IL
forestpark
Do you have a question about technology, including email, internet, using your phone, library eBooks or audiobooks, or using Zoom? FPPL cardholders can book a 30-minute in-person appointment. Examples of topics: - Downloading eBooks or audiobooks to a device - Using email - Setting up a social media account - Moving pictures from your phone to your laptop - Changing settings on a new device - Finding useful apps - Building your smartphone, laptop, or tablet skills - Feeling more confident usi...
Classes & arts
forestpark · Forest Park, IL
forestpark
A monthly wellness workshop held by the Forest Park Board of Health. Questions? Email forestparkboardofhealth@gmail.com.
Lifelong learning
forestpark · Forest Park, IL
forestpark
This summer, the Park District of Forest Park and the Forest Park Public Library will be teaming up for an outdoor yoga series. Marissa from And Then There Was Wellwill lead a gentle yoga class on the lawn of Reiger Park. All experience welcome. Please wear comfortable clothes you can move in and bring a yoga mat or towel to lay on. Don't forget water and sunscreen! Please register so we can contact you in case we need to cancel for weather.
Community & civic
riverforestlibrary · River Forest, IL
riverforestlibrary
Ready to learn the game that everyone is talking about? Join Dee Dee, instructor with The Mahjong Society, for a fun and social introduction to American Mahjong. Mahjong 101 is designed for true beginners — we'll break down the tiles, explain how the game works, and guide you through your hands so you feel confident at the table. No experience needed and no equipment required. Come solo or sign up with a friend and learn a game that is equal parts strategy, luck, and a little bit addictive! R...
Community & civic
riverforestlibrary · River Forest, IL
riverforestlibrary
Come to the library on the first Monday morning of every month for coffee, breakfast snacks, and conversation. It’s a great way to get to know your neighbors and learn about things going on in the community. This program is brought to you in partnership with River Forest Township. This month, we'll talk books with a preview of upcoming book releases and conversation about what we've all been reading lately.
Theater & film
riverforestlibrary · River Forest, IL
riverforestlibrary
Need to catch up with this year's crop of Academy Award nominees? This summer, the Library will screen a nominated film on the first Thursday evening of the month from May through August. This month we're showing It Was Just An Accident, nominated for Best Original Screenplay and Best International Feature.
Lifelong learning
riverforestlibrary · River Forest, IL
riverforestlibrary
The evening book discussion group meets on the first Wednesday of each month. Books are available at the circulation desk one month before each meeting. These book discussions are open to all adults. This month's book: Evicted: Poverty and Profit in the American City by Matthew Desmond.
Lifelong learning
riverforestlibrary · River Forest, IL
riverforestlibrary
You've learned the tiles, the rules, and how the game works — now let's put it all together. Mahjong 102 is the next step for players who know the fundamentals of American Mahjong and are ready to build confidence at the table. This class focuses on reinforcing the basics while introducing strategy, defensive play, and gameplay tips that help everything start to click. Perfect for players who have attended Mahjong 101 (or recently learned the basics elsewhere) and want a supportive, social en...
Community & civic
riverforestlibrary · River Forest, IL
riverforestlibrary
Club meeting and program
Community & civic
riverforestlibrary · River Forest, IL
riverforestlibrary
What actually is artificial intelligence (A.I.), and why did it suddenly take over the news headlines? Learn what we mean when we talk about A.I., where it already shows up in your life, what it’s good (and not so good) at, and why it’s causing both excitement and worry. This information session will be conducted by an instructor from Wright To Learn, a digital learning facilitator. Brought to you in partnership with River Forest Township.
Theater & film
riverforestlibrary · River Forest, IL
riverforestlibrary
Join other movie lovers on the third Friday of each month to watch classic films. This season, we're highlighting the famous screen partnership of Katharine Hepburn and Spencer Tracy. This month's film is Guess Who's Coming To Dinner (1967), an Oscar-winning drama in which Tracy and Hepburn play the parents of a young woman who brings home her Black fiancé (Sidney Poitier) at a time when interracial marriage was still against the law in some states. Snacks will be served, and local film exper...
Dance & fitness
riverforestlibrary · River Forest, IL
riverforestlibrary
Rhonda Fentry leads a form of meditation using ambient overlapping sounds and vibrations from Crystal and Tibetan singing bowls, tapping into your inner deep subconscious and awakening new energy. Registration required. Please bring your own yoga mat. Brought to you in partnership with the River Forest Township. Please note: due to scheduling conflicts, Rhonda is no longer able to lead monthly yoga classes at the Library. For now, she will be here every other month. We hope to return to month...
Music & concerts
riverforestlibrary · River Forest, IL
riverforestlibrary
Get your lawn chairs ready for the return of our annual outdoor concert series! This month, we'll enjoy a performance of traditional West African djembe drumming courtesy of Kaben Kafo, a percussion ensemble whose name means "let's play together" in the Malinke language. This style of drum music dates back to the 12th century. Limited seating will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own lawn chairs. In the event of rain, the concert will be moved indoors to the Library's second floor.
Community & civic
riverforestlibrary · River Forest, IL
riverforestlibrary
Do you have used jigsaw puzzles at home that you'd like to exchange for new-to-you puzzles? Stop by the Library anytime today to do some puzzle swapping. Drop off your puzzle on a table in the meeting room and take another home! Please take only as many puzzles as you bring.
Lifelong learning
riverforestlibrary · River Forest, IL
riverforestlibrary
The evening book club meets on the first Wednesday of each month. Books are available at the circulation desk one month before each meeting. These book discussions are open to all adults. This month's book selection: The Quiet American by Graham Greene.
Lifelong learning
riverforestlibrary · River Forest, IL
riverforestlibrary
The afternoon book discussion group meets the second Wednesday of each month. Books are available at the circulation desk one month before the meeting. These discussions are open to all adults. This month's selection: TBD.
Community & civic
riverforestlibrary · River Forest, IL
riverforestlibrary
Club meeting
Theater & film
riverforestlibrary · River Forest, IL
riverforestlibrary
Enjoy cinema from around the world, in the company of fellow global film fans. This month's film: Sirāt (Morocco), about a father searching for his missing daughter at a rave in the remote Moroccan desert. Sirāt was named the best film of 2025 by The New Yorker. Please note the timeslot change, as this program will be offered on Thursdays instead of Sundays this season.
Theater & film
riverforestlibrary · River Forest, IL
riverforestlibrary
Come watch a movie at the Library! Light snacks will be provided. For families. This month: Lilo & Stitch
Lifelong learning
riverforestlibrary · River Forest, IL
riverforestlibrary
Yoga instructor Annelie Palmer leads a Chair Yoga class, in which yoga poses are done from a seated position. Registration required. Brought to you in partnership with River Forest Township.
Community & civic
riverforestlibrary · River Forest, IL
riverforestlibrary
Come to the library on the first Monday morning of every month for coffee, breakfast snacks, and socializing. Sessions will alternate between guest speakers, conversation prompts, games, and librarian book talks. For this month's Coffee Monday (which is scheduled on the second Monday of September due to the Library closure on Labor Day), leadership coach Bobby Hulme-Lippert will lead an interactive "fall recalibration" session about how to notice where your energy is coming alive in the new s...
