This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Family" group. Interactive Movie Kit: Trolls (2016, 92 minutes; rated PG) Monday, December 30, 2024 at 9:00am - 9:00pm Youth Services Department at Oak Lawn Public Library Program Type: Kids & Families Age Group: Youth, Family Event Details: For families with children ages 4 and up.Kits are available starting Monday, Dec. 30.The kit includes props, snacks and other fun family-friendly activities to keep everyone engage... This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Family" group. Dec 30 2024 Mon Interactive Movie Kit: Trolls (2016, 92 minutes; rated PG) 9:00am - 9:00pm Youth Services Department Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library Room: Youth Services Department Age Group: Youth, Family Program Type: Kids & Families Event Details: For families with children ages 4 and up.Kits are available starting Monday, Dec. 30.
New Year's All Day 12/31 - 1/1 Oak Lawn Public Library The Library will be closed on Tuesday, December 31 and Wednesday, January 1, 2025 in observance of New Year's. Closing Dec-Jan 2024 Closing New Year's All Day 12/31 - 1/1 Branches: Oak Lawn Public Library Description: The Library will be closed on Tuesday, December 31 and Wednesday, January 1, 2025 in observance of New Year's.
This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adults 60+" group. Friends Board Meeting Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Mary Nelson Room at Oak Lawn Public Library Program Type: Friends of the Library Age Group: Adult, Adults 60+ Event Details: Friends of the Library monthly Board meeting This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adults 60+" group. Jan 2 2025 Thu Friends Board Meeting 1:00pm - 3:00pm Mary Nelson Room Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library Room: Mary Nelson Room Age Group: Adult, Adults 60+ Program Type: Friends of the Library Event Details: Friends of the Library monthly Board meeting
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! This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Elementary" group. This event is in the "Middle School" group. Jan 2 2025 Thu Chess Club 2:00pm - 3:00pm Youth Services Program Room 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 & upAll skill levels are welcome to come and learn the game or get some practice!
This event is in the "Teen" group. Harry Potter Marathon Friday, January 3, 2025 at 9:00am - 5:00pm Teen Room at Oak Lawn Public Library Program Type: Movies & Concerts Age Group: Teen Event Details: Cozy up and revel in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter as we show the first 3 films. This event is in the "Teen" group. Jan 3 2025 Fri Harry Potter Marathon 9:00am - 5:00pm Teen Room Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library Room: Teen Room Age Group: Teen Program Type: Movies & Concerts Event Details: Cozy up and revel in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter as we show the first 3 films.
This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Middle School" group. Middle School Volunteer Opportunity: Game Club Friday, January 3, 2025 at 1:45pm - 3:15pm Youth Services Department at Oak Lawn Public Library Program Type: Volunteer Age Group: Youth, Middle School Event Details: Ages 11 - 14Need community service hours? Volunteer to help with programs if you enjoy spending time with young children and are good at working independently. We will meet at the ... Required This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Middle School" group. Jan 3 2025 Fri Middle School Volunteer Opportunity: Game Club 1:45pm - 3:15pm Youth Services Department Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library Room: Youth Services Department Age Group: Youth, Middle School Program Type: Volunteer Required Seats Remaining: 3 Event Details: Ages 11 - 14Need community service hours? Volunteer to help with programs if you enjoy spending time with young children and are good at working independently. We will meet at the Youth Services desk.
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! This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Elementary" group. This event is in the "Middle School" group. Jan 3 2025 Fri Game Club 2:00pm - 3:00pm Youth Services Program Room 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 upStop in to enjoy classic board games or discover unusual games you may have never played before!
This event is in the "Teen" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adults 60+" group. Saturday Afternoon Games Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm Meeting Room C at Oak Lawn Public Library Program Type: Games & Activities Age Group: Teen, Adult, Adults 60+ Event Details: Adults and teens are welcome to enjoy family-friendly tabletop games with the Moraine Valley Gamers. This event is in the "Teen" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adults 60+" group. Jan 4 2025 Sat Saturday Afternoon Games 12:00pm - 4:00pm Meeting Room C Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library Room: Meeting Room C Age Group: Teen, Adult, Adults 60+ Program Type: Games & Activities Event Details: Adults and teens are welcome to enjoy family-friendly tabletop games with the Moraine Valley Gamers.
This event is in the "Adult" group. Cricut Club Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Meeting Room B at Oak Lawn Public Library Program Type: Technology Age Group: Adult Event Details: Bring your Cricut and share your creativity at this hands-on crafting hour. This event is in the "Adult" group. Jan 4 2025 Sat Cricut Club 1:00pm - 3:00pm Meeting Room B Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library Room: Meeting Room B Age Group: Adult Program Type: Technology Event Details: Bring your Cricut and share your creativity at this hands-on crafting hour.
This event is in the "Adult" group. Tech Help Hour Monday, January 6, 2025 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. Jan 6 2025 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 "Teen" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adults 60+" group. Knit N' Stitch Monday, January 6, 2025 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. Jan 6 2025 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 "Adults 60+" group. Snow Much Bingo! (Senior Program) Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am Meeting Room B at Oak Lawn Public Library Program Type: Games & Activities Age Group: Adults 60+ Event Details: Calling all Bingo players! This winter series will be held on the first Tuesday of the month at 10am in Meeting Room B. Winners will receive fabulous prizes. Light refreshmen... Open Required This event is in the "Adults 60+" group. Jan 7 2025 Tue Snow Much Bingo! (Senior Program) 10:00am - 11:00am Meeting Room B Open Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library Room: Meeting Room B Age Group: Adults 60+ Program Type: Games & Activities Required Seats Remaining: 7 Event Details: Calling all Bingo players! This winter series will be held on the first Tuesday of the month at 10am in Meeting Room B. Winners will receive fabulous prizes.
This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Middle School" group. Make a Vision Board Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Youth Services Program Room at Oak Lawn Public Library Program Type: Crafts, Health & Wellness Age Group: Youth, Middle School Event Details: Ages 11 – 14Make a vision board for the upcoming year to inspire you and keep your mind focused on your dreams and goals. This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Middle School" group. Jan 7 2025 Tue Make a Vision Board 6:30pm - 7:30pm Youth Services Program Room Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library Room: Youth Services Program Room Age Group: Youth, Middle School Program Type: Crafts, Health & Wellness Event Details: Ages 11 – 14Make a vision board for the upcoming year to inspire you and keep your mind focused on your dreams and goals. 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 "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adults 60+" group. Friends of the Library Short Stories Group Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Mary Nelson Room at Oak Lawn Public Library Program Type: Friends of the Library Age Group: Adult, Adults 60+ Event Details: Short Stories Discussion Group meets every 2nd Wednesday at 1 p.m. in the Mary Nelson Room. Pick up short stories at the Adult Reference Desk on the second floor, on... This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adults 60+" group. Jan 8 2025 Wed Friends of the Library Short Stories Group 1:00pm - 3:00pm Mary Nelson Room Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library Room: Mary Nelson Room Age Group: Adult, Adults 60+ Program Type: Friends of the Library Event Details: Short Stories Discussion Group meets every 2nd Wednesday at 1 p.m. in the Mary Nelson Room. Pick up short stories at the Adult Reference Desk on the second floor, one month in advance.
This event is in the "Adult" group. Excel Basics Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Computer Center Classroom at Oak Lawn Public Library Program Type: Technology Age Group: Adult Event Details: Track and analyze data using spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel. Requires basic computer skills. This event is in the "Adult" group. Jan 8 2025 Wed Excel 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: Track and analyze data using spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel. Requires basic computer skills.
This event is in the "Adult" group. Exploring the Outer Limits Book Club Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Book Club Nook at Oak Lawn Public Library Program Type: Author/Book Clubs Age Group: Adult Event Details: Sci-Fi short stories that explore the outer limits! Pick up the story at the AYA reference desk one month prior to the book club. 7-8 p.m. in the Book Nook. January 8 title: "... This event is in the "Adult" group. Jan 8 2025 Wed Exploring the Outer Limits Book Club 7:00pm - 8:00pm Book Club Nook Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library Room: Book Club Nook Age Group: Adult Program Type: Author/Book Clubs Event Details: Sci-Fi short stories that explore the outer limits! Pick up the story at the AYA reference desk one month prior to the book club. 7-8 p.m. in the Book Nook.
This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. My First Board Game Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:15am Youth Services Program Room at Oak Lawn Public Library Program Type: Games & Activities, Kids & Families Age Group: Youth, Preschool Event Details: Ages 3 – 5 with an adultChildren will have the opportunity to play board games designed for the younger set, practicing following rules and taking turns while they’re having fun! This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. Jan 9 2025 Thu My First Board Game 9:30am - 10:15am Youth Services Program Room Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library Room: Youth Services Program Room Age Group: Youth, Preschool Program Type: Games & Activities, Kids & Families Event Details: Ages 3 – 5 with an adultChildren will have the opportunity to play board games designed for the younger set, practicing following rules and taking turns while they’re having fun! 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. 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. Wargaming Club Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm Teen Room at Oak Lawn Public Library Program Type: Games & Activities Age Group: Teen Event Details: Join our beginner friendly tabletop wargaming club. We play Warhammer 40k 10e, and have a small selection of armies available to play. No experience or materials needed, but feel f... This event is in the "Teen" group. Jan 9 2025 Thu Wargaming Club 4:00pm - 6:00pm Teen Room Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library Room: Teen Room Age Group: Teen Program Type: Games & Activities Event Details: Join our beginner friendly tabletop wargaming club. We play Warhammer 40k 10e, and have a small selection of armies available to play. No experience or materials needed, but feel free to bring your own.
This event is in the "Adult" group. Cricut Coaster Craft Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Computer Center Classroom at Oak Lawn Public Library Program Type: Technology Age Group: Adult Event Details: Decorate a coaster with infusible ink designs created using Cricut. This event is in the "Adult" group. Jan 9 2025 Thu Cricut Coaster Craft 6:00pm - 7:30pm Computer Center Classroom Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library Room: Computer Center Classroom Age Group: Adult Program Type: Technology Event Details: Decorate a coaster with infusible ink designs created using Cricut.
This event is in the "Teen" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adults 60+" group. Origami Workshop Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Meeting Rooms B/C at Oak Lawn Public Library Program Type: Crafts Age Group: Teen, Adult, Adults 60+ Event Details: Enjoy the craft of origami with teacher Ty Yamamoto from the Japanese Cultural Center. He’ll give you an introduction to origami basics and assist you in creating an entry for OLPL... This event is in the "Teen" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adults 60+" group. Jan 9 2025 Thu Origami Workshop 6:30pm - 7:30pm Meeting Rooms B/C Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library Room: Meeting Rooms B/C Age Group: Teen, Adult, Adults 60+ Program Type: Crafts Event Details: Enjoy the craft of origami with teacher Ty Yamamoto from the Japanese Cultural Center. He’ll give you an introduction to origami basics and assist you in creating an entry for OLPL’s Origami Contest.
This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adults 60+" group. Alzheimer's & Dementia Support Group Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm Cafe at Oak Lawn Public Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Adult, Adults 60+ Event Details: The Alzheimer’s & Dementia Support Group provides an opportunity for family members, friends, caregivers, and others to meet regularly where they can share feelings, thoughts, ... This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adults 60+" group. Jan 9 2025 Thu Alzheimer's & Dementia Support Group 6:30pm - 8:30pm Cafe Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library Room: Cafe Age Group: Adult, Adults 60+ Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: The Alzheimer’s & Dementia Support Group provides an opportunity for family members, friends, caregivers, and others to meet regularly where they can share feelings, thoughts, and experiences.
This event is in the "Adult" group. 20's/30's Book Club (or 20/30 at heart) Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 7:30pm - 8:30pm Off Site Program Type: Author/Book Clubs Age Group: Adult Event Details: The Measure by Nikki ErlickIt seems like any other day: You wake up, pour a cup of coffee, and head out. But today when you open your front door, waiting for you is a small wooden ... Offsite Event This event is in the "Adult" group. Jan 9 2025 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: The Measure by Nikki Erlick
This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adults 60+" group. Matinee Movie: Longing Friday, January 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm Meeting Rooms A/B/C at Oak Lawn Public Library Program Type: Movies & Concerts Age Group: Adult, Adults 60+ Event Details: Free Friday MatineeLonging (2024, R, 111 minutes)A business mogul runs into his old small town girlfriend while she is visiting the big city only to find out that they had a child ... This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adults 60+" group. Jan 10 2025 Fri Matinee Movie: Longing 2:00pm - 4:30pm Meeting Rooms A/B/C Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library Room: Meeting Rooms A/B/C Age Group: Adult, Adults 60+ Program Type: Movies & Concerts Event Details: Free Friday MatineeLonging (2024, R, 111 minutes)
This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adults 60+" group. Oak Lawn Writers' Group Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 1:30pm Mary Nelson Room at Oak Lawn Public Library Age Group: Adult, Adults 60+ Event Details: Calling all writers! Come read your written works in any genre and get feedback from the group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adults 60+" group. Jan 11 2025 Sat Oak Lawn Writers' Group 10:00am - 1:30pm Mary Nelson Room Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library Room: Mary Nelson Room Age Group: Adult, Adults 60+ Event Details: Calling all writers! Come read your written works in any genre and get feedback from the group.
