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Winter Bingo

Friday, December 27, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Services Program Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary
Event Details:

Ages 5 and upTry your hand at an exciting game of bingo with a wintry twist!

Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Ages 5 and up

Try your hand at an exciting game of bingo with a wintry twist!

Disclaimer(s)

YS Program Tickets

We will distribute admission tickets at the Youth Services Desk 15 minutes before the start of the program.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.

Chess Club

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Services Program Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary, Middle School
Event Details:

Ages 6 & upAll skill levels are welcome to come and learn the game or get some practice!

Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary, Middle School
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Ages 6 & up

All skill levels are welcome to come and learn the game or get some practice!

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.

Game Club

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Services Program Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary, Middle School
Event Details:

Ages 5 and upStop in to enjoy classic board games or discover unusual games you may have never played before! 

Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary, Middle School
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Ages 5 and up

Stop in to enjoy classic board games or discover unusual games you may have never played before!

 

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Tech Time: Ozobot Challenge

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Services Program Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Technology
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary
Event Details:

Ages 5 – 7We’ll work together to learn how to use colors to make our Ozobot robots move, turn, spin and even dance, learning about computer coding in the process!

Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary
Program Type: Games & Activities, Technology
Event Details:

Ages 5 – 7

We’ll work together to learn how to use colors to make our Ozobot robots move, turn, spin and even dance, learning about computer coding in the process!

Disclaimer(s)

YS Program Tickets

We will distribute admission tickets at the Youth Services Desk 15 minutes before the start of the program.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Kids in the Kitchen

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Youth Services Program Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Food & Cooking, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary
Event Details:

Ages 6 - 10Children will learn basic culinary skills and kitchen etiquette as they measure, mix, cut, cook and eat this month’s recipe, microwavable mac and cheese. Children must b...

Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary
Program Type: Food & Cooking, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Ages 6 - 10

Disclaimer(s)

YS Program Tickets

We will distribute admission tickets at the Youth Services Desk 15 minutes before the start of the program.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Kids in the Kitchen

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Services Program Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Food & Cooking, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary
Event Details:

Ages 6 - 10Children will learn basic culinary skills and kitchen etiquette as they measure, mix, cut, cook and eat this month’s recipe, microwavable mac and cheese. Children must b...

Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary
Program Type: Food & Cooking, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Ages 6 - 10

Disclaimer(s)

YS Program Tickets

We will distribute admission tickets at the Youth Services Desk 15 minutes before the start of the program.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.

World Snow Day

Sunday, January 19, 2025 at 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Youth Services Program Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary
Event Details:

Ages 5 – 7Celebrate World Snow Day with wintry stories and indoor snowball fun!

Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary
Program Type: Games & Activities, Storytimes
Event Details:

Ages 5 – 7

Celebrate World Snow Day with wintry stories and indoor snowball fun!

Disclaimer(s)

YS Program Tickets

We will distribute admission tickets at the Youth Services Desk 15 minutes before the start of the program.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Nintendo Switch Gaming

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Services Program Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary
Event Details:

Ages 8 – 10Meet up with fellow gamers to play a variety of new and classic Switch games!

Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Ages 8 – 10

Meet up with fellow gamers to play a variety of new and classic Switch games!

Disclaimer(s)

YS Program Tickets

We will distribute admission tickets at the Youth Services Desk 15 minutes before the start of the program.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.

Chess Club

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Services Program Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary, Middle School
Event Details:

Ages 6 & upAll skill levels are welcome to come and learn the game or get some practice!

Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary, Middle School
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Ages 6 & up

All skill levels are welcome to come and learn the game or get some practice!

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Dog Man Party

Sunday, January 26, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Rooms A/B/C at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Kids & Families
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary, Middle School, Family
Event Details:

For families.Celebrate the upcoming release of the Dog Man movie by joining us for games and activities featuring everyone's favorite dog-human. Recommended for ages 6 and up; chil...

Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Meeting Rooms A/B/C
Age Group: Youth, Elementary, Middle School, Family
Program Type: Kids & Families
Event Details:

For families.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.

Pokémon Kids Club

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Services Program Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary, Middle School
Event Details:

Ages 7 and upMeet other trainers, learn to play Pokémon TCG, battle with your Pokémon cards, and have fun! 

Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary, Middle School
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Ages 7 and up

Meet other trainers, learn to play Pokémon TCG, battle with your Pokémon cards, and have fun! 

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Escape Room Jr.

Friday, January 31, 2025 at 4:15pm - 4:45pm
Youth Services Program Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary
Event Details:

Ages 5 - 7Solve puzzles, crack codes, and unlock the mystery box in an escape room that’s “just right” for younger sleuths!

Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Ages 5 - 7

Solve puzzles, crack codes, and unlock the mystery box in an escape room that’s “just right” for younger sleuths!

Disclaimer(s)

YS Program Tickets

We will distribute admission tickets at the Youth Services Desk 15 minutes before the start of the program.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Escape Room Jr.

Friday, January 31, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Youth Services Program Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary
Event Details:

Ages 5 - 7Solve puzzles, crack codes, and unlock the mystery box in an escape room that’s “just right” for younger sleuths!

Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Ages 5 - 7

Solve puzzles, crack codes, and unlock the mystery box in an escape room that’s “just right” for younger sleuths!

Disclaimer(s)

YS Program Tickets

We will distribute admission tickets at the Youth Services Desk 15 minutes before the start of the program.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Taste-Off: MMM, Chocolate!

Monday, February 3, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Youth Services Program Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Food & Cooking, Kids & Families
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary, Middle School, Family
Event Details:

For families with children ages 5 and up.Chocolate comes in many flavors and types -- which are the hits in your family? Taste samples togethr and rank your favorites. 

Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary, Middle School, Family
Program Type: Food & Cooking, Kids & Families
Event Details:

For families with children ages 5 and up.

Chocolate comes in many flavors and types -- which are the hits in your family? Taste samples togethr and rank your favorites. 

Disclaimer(s)

YS Program Tickets

We will distribute admission tickets at the Youth Services Desk 15 minutes before the start of the program.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Tech Time: Ozobot Challenge

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Services Program Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Technology
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary
Event Details:

Ages 8 – 10 By using colors to make our Ozobot robots move, turn, spin, and follow our paths, we’ll learn about the basics of computational thinking and computer coding. 

Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary
Program Type: Games & Activities, Technology
Event Details:

Ages 8 – 10 

By using colors to make our Ozobot robots move, turn, spin, and follow our paths, we’ll learn about the basics of computational thinking and computer coding. 

Disclaimer(s)

YS Program Tickets

We will distribute admission tickets at the Youth Services Desk 15 minutes before the start of the program.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.

Chess Club

Thursday, February 6, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Services Program Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary, Middle School
Event Details:

Ages 6 & upAll skill levels are welcome to come and learn the game or get some practice!

Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary, Middle School
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Ages 6 & up

All skill levels are welcome to come and learn the game or get some practice!

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Friendship Gift

Friday, February 7, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Youth Services Program Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary
Event Details:

Ages 5 – 7Make a yarn heart or star, as well as a card and decorated bag. for your best friend! 

Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary
Program Type: Crafts
Event Details:

Ages 5 – 7

Make a yarn heart or star, as well as a card and decorated bag. for your best friend! 

Disclaimer(s)

YS Program Tickets

We will distribute admission tickets at the Youth Services Desk 15 minutes before the start of the program.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Kids in the Kitchen

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Services Program Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Food & Cooking
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary
Event Details:

Ages 6 - 10.Children will learn basic culinary skills and kitchen etiquette as they measure, mix, cut, cook and eat this month’s recipe, Rice Krispie Squares. Children must be able...

Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary
Program Type: Food & Cooking
Event Details:

Ages 6 - 10.

Disclaimer(s)

YS Program Tickets

We will distribute admission tickets at the Youth Services Desk 15 minutes before the start of the program.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Kids in the Kitchen

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Services Program Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Food & Cooking
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary
Event Details:

Ages 6 - 10Children will learn basic culinary skills and kitchen etiquette as they measure, mix, cut, cook and eat this month’s recipe, Rice Krispie Squares. Children must be able ...

Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary
Program Type: Food & Cooking
Event Details:

Ages 6 - 10

Disclaimer(s)

YS Program Tickets

We will distribute admission tickets at the Youth Services Desk 15 minutes before the start of the program.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Lego Drop-In

Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Services Program Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Kids & Families
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, Family
Event Details:

For families. We’ll supply the Legos and you supply the imagination! 

Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, Family
Program Type: Games & Activities, Kids & Families
Event Details:

For families. 

We’ll supply the Legos and you supply the imagination! 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.

Chess Club

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Services Program Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary, Middle School
Event Details:

Ages 6 & up.All skill levels are welcome to come and learn the game or get some practice!

Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary, Middle School
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Ages 6 & up.

All skill levels are welcome to come and learn the game or get some practice!

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Afternoon Movie: Trolls Band Together (2023, PG, 92 minutes)

Friday, February 21, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Youth Services Program Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Kids & Families
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, Family
Event Details:

Recommended for ages 6 and up; children younger than 6 must be with an adult.Branch & Poppy embark on an action-packed journey to rescue Branch’s kidnapped brother Floyd.

Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, Family
Program Type: Kids & Families
Event Details:

Recommended for ages 6 and up; children younger than 6 must be with an adult.

Branch & Poppy embark on an action-packed journey to rescue Branch’s kidnapped brother Floyd.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Puppy Dog Tales

Monday, February 24, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Youth Services Program Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary
Event Details:

Ages 5 – 7. Join us as we share fun stories about dogs and make a dog puppet to take home.  

Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary
Program Type: Crafts, Storytimes
Event Details:

Ages 5 – 7. 

Join us as we share fun stories about dogs and make a dog puppet to take home. 

 

Disclaimer(s)

YS Program Tickets

We will distribute admission tickets at the Youth Services Desk 15 minutes before the start of the program.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.

Pokémon Kids Club

Friday, February 28, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Services Program Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary, Middle School
Event Details:

Ages 7 and up.Meet other trainers, learn to play Pokémon TCG, battle with your Pokémon cards, and have fun! 

Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary, Middle School
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Ages 7 and up.

Meet other trainers, learn to play Pokémon TCG, battle with your Pokémon cards, and have fun!