28th Annual Forest Park St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Saturday, March 2, 1 p.m., Forest Park
Join us for a fun-filled day downtown at the best St. Patrick’s Day Parade in the western suburbs! 65+ entries include bagpipers, marching bands, Irish dancers, local business entries, Medinah Shriner parade units, police and fire departments and much more. The parade kicks off at 1 p.m. from Madison and Van Buren and travels east on Madison to Elgin. Grab your friends and join us … or put together a group and be part of the lineup. https://www.exploreforestpark.com/event/st-patricks-day-parade-2/
One on One Tech Consultations
Thursday, Feb.29, 11 – 11:30 a.m., Forest Park Public Library
Library cardholders can book a 30-minute in-person or virtual 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, and more. Please only register for one appointment at a time at fppl.org. 7555 Jackson Blvd., Forest Park.
St. Patrick’s Day Parade Sign Making
Saturday, March 2, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m., Forest Park Public Library – YS Program Room
Come and help create signs for the St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Right after the program, you are welcome to join us to walk in the St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Designed for grades 3-7. Register at fppl.org. 7555 Jackson Blvd., Forest Park.
Brain Sportz Trivia
Tuesday, March 5, 8 p.m., Fatduck Tavern and Grill
Join us every Tuesday night (when the patio is tented) for interactive trivia. Grab a team and test your knowledge. Topics are not sports related. Checkout facebook.com/brainsportz to find out the categories. 7218 Madison St., Forest Park.
March Trivia Tuesday
Tuesday, March 5, 7 – 10 p.m., Kribi Coffee – Forest Park
No specific theme this month, just old fashioned general trivia and, as always, your chance to win big with your team. So, grab a friend or two (or ride solo) and a ticket at www.facebook.com/kribicoffee. 7324 Madison St., Forest Park.
St. Patrick’s Parade Day
Saturday, March 2, 11 a.m.– 10:30 p.m., Robert’s Westside
Robert’s Westside celebrates St. Patrick’s Parade Day with free admission starting at 11 a.m. The lineup features Far Too Close from 2 to 3 p.m., followed by the Shannon Rovers Irish Pipe Band from 3 to 4 p.m.. The Bentley Academy of Irish Dance performs at 5 p.m., and Terry White & The Loaded Dice at 7:30 and The Avondale Ramblers close the night from 9 – 10:30 p.m., promising an energetic celebration of Irish culture and music. 7321 Madison St., Forest Park.
Updates to the College Planning Process
Monday, March 4, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m., Forest Park Public Library
Heidi King from College Inside Track joins us to explain how these changes may impact your family and new strategies you should consider giving your student the best opportunity to be admitted and maximize scholarships and financial aid. 7555 Jackson Blvd., Forest Park.
Stroller Strides Workout with Fit4Moms
Friday, March 1, 10:15 – 11 a.m., Forest Park Public Library – Austin Room
Moms will get moving with strength, cardio, and core training while kids enjoy listening to their favorite stories, playing games, and singing songs. Perfect for moms 6-week postpartum (with doctor clearance) and beyond. Special storytime for more learning and bonding to follow. Please register at the FIT4MOM webpage: https://fit4mom-oakpark.pike13.com/e/225073566 OR email oakpark@fit4mom.com with your first and last name to register. 7555 Jackson Blvd., Forest Park.