This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Elementary" group. Firefly Theater: The Harvest Moon Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Meeting Rooms A/B/C at Oak Lawn Public Library Program Type: Early Literacy, Kids & Families Age Group: Youth, Preschool, Elementary Event Details: Ages 2 - 7 with an adult. Celebrate early literacy with us at Firefly Theatre’s interactive performance, where we'll sing, dance and play under the Harvest Moon with Spark the... This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Elementary" group. Nov 14 2024 Thu Firefly Theater: The Harvest Moon 6:00pm - 7:00pm Meeting Rooms A/B/C Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library Room: Meeting Rooms A/B/C Age Group: Youth, Preschool, Elementary Program Type: Early Literacy, Kids & Families Event Details: Ages 2 - 7 with an adult. Celebrate early literacy with us at Firefly Theatre’s interactive performance, where we'll sing, dance and play under the Harvest Moon with Spark the Firefly and all her friends. 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. Program Admittance Doors to programs will close at 10 minutes past start time.
This event is in the "Teen" group. Moustache Match Up Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Teen Room at Oak Lawn Public Library Program Type: Games & Activities Age Group: Teen Event Details: Place your... Moustaches!? In this game you will compete to match a moustache up to characters in a variety of famous scenes. This event is in the "Teen" group. Nov 14 2024 Thu Moustache Match Up 7:00pm - 8:00pm Teen Room Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library Room: Teen Room Age Group: Teen Program Type: Games & Activities Event Details: Place your... Moustaches!? In this game you will compete to match a moustache up to characters in a variety of famous scenes.
This event is in the "Adult" group. 20's/30's Book Club (or 20/30 at heart) Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 7:30pm - 8:30pm Off Site Program Type: Author/Book Clubs Age Group: Adult Event Details: In the Lives of Puppets by T. J. Klune"New York Times bestselling author TJ Klune invites you deep into the heart of a peculiar forest and on the extraordinary journey of a family ... Offsite Event This event is in the "Adult" group. Nov 14 2024 Thu 20's/30's Book Club (or 20/30 at heart) 7:30pm - 8:30pm Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adult Program Type: Author/Book Clubs Event Details: In the Lives of Puppets by T. J. Klune
This event is in the "Teen" group. Teen Crafternoon Friday, November 15, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Teen Room at Oak Lawn Public Library Program Type: Crafts Age Group: Teen Event Details: Join us in the Teen Makerspace and get crafty. Either join us for the focus craft/ tutorial of the month, or take advantage of the makerspace tools for your own creative endeavors! This event is in the "Teen" group. Nov 15 2024 Fri Teen Crafternoon 4:00pm - 5:00pm Teen Room Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library Room: Teen Room Age Group: Teen Program Type: Crafts Event Details: Join us in the Teen Makerspace and get crafty. Either join us for the focus craft/ tutorial of the month, or take advantage of the makerspace tools for your own creative endeavors!
This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Middle School" group. Wreck This Journal Friday, November 15, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm Youth Services Program Room at Oak Lawn Public Library Program Type: Crafts Age Group: Youth, Middle School Event Details: Ages 11 - 14You don't need to be an artist to create a wreck journal! Participants will receive a notebook to keep, to create their very own wreck journal, along with silly prompts... This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Middle School" group. Nov 15 2024 Fri Wreck This Journal 4:30pm - 5:15pm Youth Services Program Room Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library Room: Youth Services Program Room Age Group: Youth, Middle School Program Type: Crafts Event Details: Ages 11 - 14You don't need to be an artist to create a wreck journal! Participants will receive a notebook to keep, to create their very own wreck journal, along with silly prompts and decorations. Disclaimer(s) Program Admittance Doors to programs will close at 10 minutes past start time. 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 "Teen" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adults 60+" group. How to Write a Sherlock Holmes Story Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 12:30pm - 1:15pm Meeting Rooms A/B at Oak Lawn Public Library Program Type: Author/Book Clubs Age Group: Teen, Adult, Adults 60+ Event Details: Oak Lawn author and Sherlock Holmes fan George Tackes discusses his and other writers' advice for writing your own Sherlock Holmes story. This event is in the "Teen" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adults 60+" group. Nov 16 2024 Sat How to Write a Sherlock Holmes Story 12:30pm - 1:15pm Meeting Rooms A/B Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library Room: Meeting Rooms A/B Age Group: Teen, Adult, Adults 60+ Program Type: Author/Book Clubs Event Details: Oak Lawn author and Sherlock Holmes fan George Tackes discusses his and other writers' advice for writing your own Sherlock Holmes story.
This event is in the "Teen" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adults 60+" group. The Collectors' Guide to Sherlock Holmes Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:15pm Meeting Room C at Oak Lawn Public Library Program Type: Author/Book Clubs, Games & Activities Age Group: Teen, Adult, Adults 60+ Event Details: August "Augie" Aleksy, owner of the beloved mystery bookstore Centuries and Sleuths, describes some of the wonders of his extensive Sherlock Holmes collection. This event is in the "Teen" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adults 60+" group. Nov 16 2024 Sat The Collectors' Guide to Sherlock Holmes 1:30pm - 2:15pm Meeting Room C Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library Room: Meeting Room C Age Group: Teen, Adult, Adults 60+ Program Type: Author/Book Clubs, Games & Activities Event Details: August "Augie" Aleksy, owner of the beloved mystery bookstore Centuries and Sleuths, describes some of the wonders of his extensive Sherlock Holmes collection.
This event is in the "Teen" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adults 60+" group. The Enduring Charms of Sherlock Holmes Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm Meeting Rooms A/B/C at Oak Lawn Public Library Program Type: Author/Book Clubs Age Group: Teen, Adult, Adults 60+ Event Details: Sherlock Holmes is one of the most enduring characters in all literature. Award-winning crime fiction author Lori Rader-Day discusses some of the writing craft choices made by Arth... This event is in the "Teen" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adults 60+" group. Nov 16 2024 Sat The Enduring Charms of Sherlock Holmes 3:00pm - 4:00pm Meeting Rooms A/B/C Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library Room: Meeting Rooms A/B/C Age Group: Teen, Adult, Adults 60+ Program Type: Author/Book Clubs Event Details: Sherlock Holmes is one of the most enduring characters in all literature.
This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Family" group. Gingerbread House Contest Drop-Off: Nov. 18 - Dec. 2 Monday, November 18, 2024 at 9:00am - 9:00pm Youth Services Department at Oak Lawn Public Library Program Type: Food & Cooking, Kids & Families Age Group: Youth, Family Event Details: For families Youth Services is once again sponsoring a Gingerbread House Contest for families with children of all ages. Submissions should have a footprint no larger than 18 ... This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Family" group. Nov 18 2024 Mon Gingerbread House Contest Drop-Off: Nov. 18 - Dec. 2 9:00am - 9:00pm Youth Services Department Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library Room: Youth Services Department Age Group: Youth, Family Program Type: Food & Cooking, Kids & Families Event Details: For families Youth Services is once again sponsoring a Gingerbread House Contest for families with children of all ages. Submissions should have a footprint no larger than 18 by 18 inches.
This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. Bluey Play Centers Monday, November 18, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am Meeting Rooms A/B/C at Oak Lawn Public Library Program Type: Games & Activities, Kids & Families Age Group: Youth, Preschool Event Details: For ages 3 - 5 with an adultJust like Bluey and Bingo, we'll be playing Keepy Uppy, Bus, Grannies, Shops and more! This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. Nov 18 2024 Mon Bluey Play Centers 10:00am - 11:00am Meeting Rooms A/B/C Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library Room: Meeting Rooms A/B/C Age Group: Youth, Preschool Program Type: Games & Activities, Kids & Families Event Details: For ages 3 - 5 with an adultJust like Bluey and Bingo, we'll be playing Keepy Uppy, Bus, Grannies, Shops and more! 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 "Adult" group. Tech Help Hour Monday, November 18, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Computer Center Classroom at Oak Lawn Public Library Program Type: Technology Age Group: Adult Event Details: Drop in for assistance with your computer, smartphone or other device at this weekly help session. This event is in the "Adult" group. Nov 18 2024 Mon Tech Help Hour 2:00pm - 3:00pm Computer Center Classroom Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library Room: Computer Center Classroom Age Group: Adult Program Type: Technology Event Details: Drop in for assistance with your computer, smartphone or other device at this weekly help session.
This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Elementary" group. Nintendo Switch Gaming (Ages 8 - 10) Monday, November 18, 2024 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! This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Elementary" group. Nov 18 2024 Mon Nintendo Switch Gaming (Ages 8 - 10) 4:30pm - 5:30pm Youth Services Program Room Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library Room: Youth Services Program Room Age Group: Youth, Elementary Program Type: Games & Activities Event Details: Ages 8 - 10Meet up with fellow gamers to play a variety of new and classic Switch games! Disclaimer(s) Program Admittance Doors to programs will close at 10 minutes past start time. 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 "Teen" group. Monday Night Gaming Monday, November 18, 2024 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm Teen Room at Oak Lawn Public Library Program Type: Games & Activities Age Group: Teen Event Details: Whether you like Monopoly, Uno, or Smash Bros, a game awaits you in the Teen Room! We offer a casual environment to learn new games and play old favorites. We also welcome you... This event is in the "Teen" group. Nov 18 2024 Mon Monday Night Gaming 5:00pm - 8:00pm Teen Room Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library Room: Teen Room Age Group: Teen Program Type: Games & Activities Event Details: Whether you like Monopoly, Uno, or Smash Bros, a game awaits you in the Teen Room! We offer a casual environment to learn new games and play old favorites. We also welcome you to bring your own!
This event is in the "Teen" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adults 60+" group. Knit N' Stitch Monday, November 18, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Book Club Nook at Oak Lawn Public Library Program Type: Crafts Age Group: Teen, Adult, Adults 60+ Event Details: BYO needlework projects and stop by the Knit N’ Stitch with Jennifer Rodriguez and friends to enjoy conversation and crafting: crocheters, knitters, plus cross-stitchers and embroi... This event is in the "Teen" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adults 60+" group. Nov 18 2024 Mon Knit N' Stitch 6:30pm - 7:30pm Book Club Nook Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library Room: Book Club Nook Age Group: Teen, Adult, Adults 60+ Program Type: Crafts Event Details: BYO needlework projects and stop by the Knit N’ Stitch with Jennifer Rodriguez and friends to enjoy conversation and crafting: crocheters, knitters, plus cross-stitchers and embroiderers welcome.
This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Baby" group. Baby Storytime Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am Youth Services Program Room at Oak Lawn Public Library Program Type: Early Literacy, Kids & Families, Storytimes Age Group: Youth, Baby Event Details: Ages 6 – 24 months with an adult9:30 – 9:50am.Stories, songs, and movement, supporting literacy development and learning in young children. This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Baby" group. Nov 19 2024 Tue Baby Storytime 9:30am - 10:00am Youth Services Program Room Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library Room: Youth Services Program Room Age Group: Youth, Baby Program Type: Early Literacy, Kids & Families, Storytimes Event Details: Ages 6 – 24 months with an adult9:30 – 9:50am.Stories, songs, and movement, supporting literacy development and learning in young children. 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. Program Admittance Doors to programs will close at 10 minutes past start time. 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 "Adults 60+" group. Who's Got Game: Mini Canvas Tote Bags Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am Meeting Room A (Rotary Room) at Oak Lawn Public Library Program Type: Games & Activities Age Group: Adults 60+ Event Details: Get ready for games and crafts at this fun senior social hour from 10am to 11am. Decorate your own mini tote bag using paint and markers. Supplies will be provided but you may... Closed Required This event is in the "Adults 60+" group. Nov 19 2024 Tue Who's Got Game: Mini Canvas Tote Bags 10:00am - 11:00am Meeting Room A (Rotary Room) Closed Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library Room: Meeting Room A (Rotary Room) Age Group: Adults 60+ Program Type: Games & Activities Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Get ready for games and crafts at this fun senior social hour from 10am to 11am. Decorate your own mini tote bag using paint and markers. Supplies will be provided but you may also bring your own supplies.
This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Middle School" group. Volunteer Opportunity: Taste-Off: Chips! (Ages 11 - 14) Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 4:15pm - 5:30pm Youth Services Department at Oak Lawn Public Library Program Type: Volunteer Age Group: Youth, Middle School Event Details: Ages 11 - 14.Need community service hours? Volunteer to help with programs if you enjoy spending time with young children and are good at working independently. Registration s... Required This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Middle School" group. Nov 19 2024 Tue Volunteer Opportunity: Taste-Off: Chips! (Ages 11 - 14) 4:15pm - 5:30pm Youth Services Department Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library Room: Youth Services Department Age Group: Youth, Middle School Program Type: Volunteer Required Seats Remaining: 2 Event Details: Ages 11 - 14.Need community service hours? Volunteer to help with programs if you enjoy spending time with young children and are good at working independently. Registration starts Saturday, Nov. 9 at 9:00am.
This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Elementary" group. Taste-Off: Chips! Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm Youth Services Program Room at Oak Lawn Public Library Program Type: Food & Cooking Age Group: Youth, Elementary Event Details: Ages 8 - 10Bring your taste buds and a bottle of water -- you'll need both as we sample a variety of chip flavors and vote on our favorites! This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Elementary" group. Nov 19 2024 Tue Taste-Off: Chips! 4:30pm - 5:15pm Youth Services Program Room Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library Room: Youth Services Program Room Age Group: Youth, Elementary Program Type: Food & Cooking Event Details: Ages 8 - 10Bring your taste buds and a bottle of water -- you'll need both as we sample a variety of chip flavors and vote on our favorites! Disclaimer(s) Program Admittance Doors to programs will close at 10 minutes past start time. 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 "Adult" group. Intro to AI Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Computer Center Classroom at Oak Lawn Public Library Program Type: Technology Age Group: Adult Event Details: Get introduced to artificial intelligence and learn how you can use it. This event is in the "Adult" group. Nov 19 2024 Tue Intro to AI 6:00pm - 7:00pm Computer Center Classroom Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library Room: Computer Center Classroom Age Group: Adult Program Type: Technology Event Details: Get introduced to artificial intelligence and learn how you can use it.
This event is in the "Teen" group. Anime Club Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Teen Room at Oak Lawn Public Library Age Group: Teen Event Details: Join in on anime and manga fandom at the library, or come and find a new favorite! This event is in the "Teen" group. Nov 19 2024 Tue Anime Club 6:00pm - 8:00pm Teen Room Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library Room: Teen Room Age Group: Teen Event Details: Join in on anime and manga fandom at the library, or come and find a new favorite!
This event is in the "Adult" group. Library Board of Trustees Monthly Meeting Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 6:45pm - 9:00pm Meeting Rooms A/B/C at Oak Lawn Public Library Program Type: Board of Trustees Age Group: Adult Event Details: Board of Trustees Meeting This event is in the "Adult" group. Nov 19 2024 Tue Library Board of Trustees Monthly Meeting 6:45pm - 9:00pm Meeting Rooms A/B/C Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library Room: Meeting Rooms A/B/C Age Group: Adult Program Type: Board of Trustees Event Details: Board of Trustees Meeting
This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Toddler" group. Toddler Storytime Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am Youth Services Program Room at Oak Lawn Public Library Program Type: Early Literacy, Kids & Families, Storytimes Age Group: Youth, Toddler Event Details: Ages 2 – 3 with an adultWe'll read books, sing songs, and move around, all to support early literacy and learning in a fun way!Please choose to attend either our Wednesday or Thurs... This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Toddler" group. Nov 20 2024 Wed Toddler Storytime 9:30am - 10:00am Youth Services Program Room Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library Room: Youth Services Program Room Age Group: Youth, Toddler Program Type: Early Literacy, Kids & Families, Storytimes Event Details: Ages 2 – 3 with an adultWe'll read books, sing songs, and move around, all to support early literacy and learning in a fun way! 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. Program Admittance Doors to programs will close at 10 minutes past start time. 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. Preschool Storytime Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 1:00pm - 1:30pm Youth Services Program Room at Oak Lawn Public Library Program Type: Early Literacy, Storytimes Age Group: Youth, Preschool Event Details: Ages 3 – 5 without an adult We'll share books, songs and activities, all to support early literacy and learning in a fun way! To promote independence, we encourage children to... This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. Nov 20 2024 Wed Preschool Storytime 1:00pm - 1:30pm Youth Services Program Room Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library Room: Youth Services Program Room Age Group: Youth, Preschool Program Type: Early Literacy, Storytimes Event Details: Ages 3 – 5 without an adult We'll share books, songs and activities, all to support early literacy and learning in a fun way! To promote independence, we encourage children to attend without adults. Disclaimer(s) Children Only Parents and caregivers are required to remain outside of the program room for the duration of the program. Program Admittance Doors to programs will close at 10 minutes past start time. 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 "Adult" group. Smartphone Basics Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Computer Center Classroom at Oak Lawn Public Library Program Type: Technology Age Group: Adult Event Details: Bring in your device and learn how to call, text, download apps, and take and share pictures. This event is in the "Adult" group. Nov 20 2024 Wed Smartphone Basics 2:00pm - 3:00pm Computer Center Classroom Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library Room: Computer Center Classroom Age Group: Adult Program Type: Technology Event Details: Bring in your device and learn how to call, text, download apps, and take and share pictures.
