Happy Apple moving into own space in Oak Park Arts District
A business that started out of the River Forest Kitchen less than a year ago is set to move later this year into its own space in the Oak Park...
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Shout Out: Brian Sass, sixth-grade math teacher
As he left the Oak Park Public Library on May 15, Brian Sass, 37, of Oak Park stopped to answer a few questions for the Oak Leaves. Q: How long...
‘A total change’: River Forest library’s website redesigned
A recent makeover to the River Forest Public Library's website aims to better meet patrons' digital and information needs. "It was a total redesign, a total change," said Margaret Banerji,...
ICE packet effort aims to keep seniors safe
A collaboration between the River Forest Fire Department and River Forest Township intends to look out for elderly residents. In Case of Emergency packets, designed for those ages 60 and...
‘It’s a coveted thing’: Libraries unite for Big Read program
With six area libraries crossing borders to work together for the National Endowment for the Arts' Big Read program, Jim Madigan said it's fitting the book selection relates to immigration...
Shout Out: Katie Wynne, med school student
While on her way into the Oak Park Public Library on May 15, Katie Wynne, 26, of Oak Park stopped to answer a few questions for the Oak Leaves. Q:...
Author Jane Hamilton headed to River Forest library
A former Oak Parker whose critically acclaimed books have been selected for Oprah's Book Club will speak at the River Forest library. Jane Hamilton will read from and discuss her...
Heritage Tile to begin move to Lake Street location
An Oak Park-based tile company will begin its move into a old warehouse on Lake Street this month. Heritage Tile, at 146 N. Oak Park Ave., will relocate its design,...
Shout Out: Sue Quinn, River Forest library director
Sue Quinn — a lifelong Oak Parker — took over as director of the River Forest Public Library in early April. On May 11, she answered a few questions about...
OPRFitness week provides opportunity to sample fitness facilities
More than 15 local fitness facilities and the Park District of Oak Park are joining forces to offer free classes to the public later this month. OPRFitness week — coordinated...