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Thanksgiving

All Day 11/28 - 11/29
Closing
Branches:
Oak Lawn Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed on Thursday, November 28 and Friday, November 29 in observance of Thanksgiving.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Second Floor Activity Tables

All Day
Adult
Adult Services Desk
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Adult Services Desk
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Visit the second floor activity tables to do a puzzle, color, or play a game. Relax or enjoy family time while adults and teens use the resources on the second floor. Activities will rotate during the year to match the seasons and holidays.

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

Final Day to Drop Off Gingerbread Houses at Youth Services

9:00am - 9:00pm
Youth, Family
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 "Baby" group.
This event is in the "Toddler" group.

Parachute Play

9:30am - 10:00am
Youth, Baby, Toddler
Meeting Rooms A/B/C
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Meeting Rooms A/B/C
Age Group: Youth, Baby, Toddler
Program Type: Kids & Families
Event Details:

Ages 1 - 3 with an adult.

Join us for toddler music and movement time!

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 "Adult" group.

Tech Help Hour

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult
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 "Adults 60+" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Cafe
Age Group: Adults 60+
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Details:

This year's Medicare Advantage and Part D Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) brings big changes. We will go over three big changes starting 2025 and how you can prepare for your plan updates.

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

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teen, Adult, Adults 60+
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 "Family" group.

Vote for Your Favorite Gingerbread House: Dec. 3 - Dec. 10

9:00am - 9:00pm
Youth, Family
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. 

This event is in the "Adults 60+" group.

Snow Much Bingo! (Senior Program)

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults 60+
Meeting Room B
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults 60+
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
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 "Adults 60+" group.

Senior Craft: Decorate Your Own Christmas Ornament

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults 60+
Cafe
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Cafe
Age Group: Adults 60+
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

'Tis the season for joy and creativity! Please join us this holiday season where we will be decorating our own Christmas ornaments! Christmas attire encouraged, music and refreshments will be provided. Registration required. 

This event is in the "Adults 60+" group.

AARP Smart Driver Course

9:30am - 1:30pm
Adults 60+
Meeting Room B
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults 60+
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

The AARP Smart Driver Course is the nation's first and largest refresher course designed specifically for older drivers.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adults 60+" group.

Friends of the Library Short Stories Group

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult, Adults 60+
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 "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Nintendo Switch Gaming

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth, Elementary
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 – 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 "Adult" group.

Exploring the Outer Limits Book Club

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adult
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 "Adults 60+" group.

AARP Smart Driver Course

9:30am - 1:30pm
Adults 60+
Meeting Room B
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults 60+
Event Details:

The AARP Smart Driver Course is the nation's first and largest refresher course designed specifically for older drivers.

This event is in the "Adults 60+" group.

Sugar Rush! (Senior Program)

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults 60+
Cafe
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Cafe
Age Group: Adults 60+
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Seniors! Are you a coffee lover? Do you enjoy a sugar rush? Open your taste buds for a coffee and pastry tasting with certified coffee master Maggie McNamara.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adults 60+" group.

Friends Board Meeting

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult, Adults 60+
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 "Adults 60+" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Cafe
Age Group: Adults 60+
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Details:

La Ley de Reducción de la Inflación tiene un impacto significativo en Medicare, especialmente en Medicare Advantage y la Parte D. Repasaremos tres grandes cambios  a partir de 2025 y como prepararse para estos cambios.

This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adults 60+" group.

3D Snowflakes Craft

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teen, Adult, Adults 60+
Book Club Nook
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Book Club Nook
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Adults 60+
Program Type: Crafts
Event Details:

Take paper snowflakes to the next dimension -- 3D! You'll be guided through a few easy cut and glue 3D snowflakes that you can hang for seasonal decoration or give as gifts. We'll do different snowflakes at each program.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adults 60+" group.

Matinee Movie: Ordinary Angels

2:00pm - 4:30pm
Adult, Adults 60+
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 Matinee

Ordinary Angels: 2024, PG, 116 minutes

This event is in the "Family" group.

Santa's Christmas Cafe

12:00pm - 3:00pm
Family
Cafe
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Cafe
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Crafts, Kids & Families
Event Details:

In collaboration with Village Oak Lawn's cherished Santa on the Green tradition, the Oak Lawn Public Library is excited to present Santa's Christmas Cafe! 

 

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 "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adults 60+" group.

Saturday Afternoon Games

12:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen, Adult, Adults 60+
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 "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adults 60+" group.

Free Concert: Holiday Music and Singalong

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Teen, Adult, Adults 60+
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: Friends of the Library, Movies & Concerts
Event Details:

A free concert sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

The Acapella Fellas are a dapper duo that will bring us good cheer! They'll sing us some holiday standards and invite us to sing along.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Tech Help Hour

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult
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.