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This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Adult/Teen Eclipse Activity Pack

All Day
Teen, Adult
Adult Services Desk
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Adult Services Desk
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Games & Activities, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 28
Event Details:

Eclipse activity packs for adults and teens contain two pairs of viewing glasses and an information and activity sheet about the near-total eclipse on April 8. Pickup will be between March 25 - April 3 while supplies last.

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

Interactive Movie Kit: "The Bad Guys"

All Day
Youth, Family
Youth Services Department
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Youth, Family
Program Type: Kids & Families
Event Details:

"The Bad Guys" (2022, rated PG). 

Available starting Monday, March 25. 

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

Wits Workout

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults 60+
Cafe
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Cafe
Age Group: Adults 60+
Program Type: Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Did you know that social connectedness and intellectual engagement are two factors that contribute to your brain’s health?

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

The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland Movie

10:00am - 11:15am
Youth, Toddler, Preschool, Family
Youth Services Program Room
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Toddler, Preschool, Family
Program Type: Kids & Families, Movies & Concerts
Event Details:

Spring Break Movies! 

The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland Movie (1999, Rated G). 
 

Enjoy a movie at the library in the Youth Services program room. 

Children under 5 must be accompanied by an adult.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Oak Lawn Community Day Blood Drive

10:00am - 2:00pm
Adult
Meeting Room A (Rotary Room)
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Rotary Room)
Age Group: Adult
Event Details:

Help the community by donating blood! The Versiti Blood Bus will be stopping by the Oak Lawn Public Library from 10-2, and there are plenty of appointments available.

11 am
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Using Ancestry for Genealogy

11:00am - 12:30pm
Adult
Computer Center Classroom
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Computer Center Classroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Genealogy & Local History
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Please join us to explore the genealogy database Ancestry. Presented by Meghan Moran.

12 pm
1 pm
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Irish Genealogy Club

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Adult
Mary Nelson Room
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Mary Nelson Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Genealogy & Local History
Event Details:

This is an informal group of people researching their Irish roots and helping each other.

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

Friends Book Discussion Group

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult, Adults 60+
Mary Nelson Room
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Mary Nelson Room
Age Group: Adult, Adults 60+
Program Type: Author/Book Clubs
Event Details:

Book Discussion Group meets every 4th Wednesday at 1 p.m.  Pick up books at the Adult Reference Desk on the second floor, one month in advance.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Genealogy Club

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Adult
Mary Nelson Room
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Mary Nelson Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Genealogy & Local History
Event Details:

Topics of genealogical interest are presented at each meeting by a genealogy speaker. Please join us!

2 pm
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Tech Help Hour

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult
Computer Center Classroom
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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.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

The Bad Guys Movie

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth, Elementary, Middle School, Family
Youth Services Program Room
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary, Middle School, Family
Program Type: Kids & Families, Movies & Concerts
Event Details:

Spring Break Movies! 

The Bad Guys movie (202, Rated PG). 
 

Enjoy a movie at the library in the Youth Services program room. 

Children under 5 must be accompanied by an adult.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

The Yarnery Club

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult
Book Club Nook
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Book Club Nook
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Crafts
Event Details:

Bring your handicraft projects–crochet, knitting or sewing–and spend an hour enjoying conversation while your needles do the work.

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.

Super Mario Bros. Movie

2:00pm - 3:45pm
Youth, Elementary, Middle School, Family
Youth Services Program Room
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary, Middle School, Family
Program Type: Kids & Families, Movies & Concerts
Event Details:

Spring Break Movies! 

Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023, Rated PG). 
 

Enjoy a movie at the library in the Youth Services program room. 

Children under 5 must be accompanied by an adult.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Barbie (Friends of the Library Film Showing)

2:00pm - 4:30pm
Adult
Meeting Rooms A/B/C
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Meeting Rooms A/B/C
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Friends of the Library, Movies & Concerts
Event Details:

Barbie and Ken are having the time of their lives in the colorful and seemingly perfect world of Barbie Land. However, when they get a chance to go to the real world, they soon discover the joys and perils of living among humans.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Internet Safety

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult
Computer Center Classroom
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Computer Center Classroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

Identify common scams and learn best practices for staying safe online!

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.

The Little Mermaid Movie

2:00pm - 4:15pm
Youth, Elementary, Middle School, Family
Youth Services Program Room
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary, Middle School, Family
Program Type: Kids & Families, Movies & Concerts
Event Details:

Spring Break Movies! 

The Little Mermaid Movie (Live action, 2023, Rated PG). 

Enjoy a movie at the library in the Youth Services program room. 

Children under 5 must be accompanied by an adult.

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

Local History Tour: Jazz Music Legends of Oak Lawn

3:45pm - 4:45pm
Adult, Adults 60+
Adult Services Desk
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Adult Services Desk
Age Group: Adult, Adults 60+
Program Type: Genealogy & Local History
Event Details:

Join Local history Librarian Tom Javorcic for a guided walk through the Jazz Music Legends exhibit. Tom will explain the background and history of the Oak Lawn Jazz Festival, and answer questions about the era.

4 pm
This event is in the "Teen" group.

Teen Volunteer Opportunity: Window Painting

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen
Adult Services Desk
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Adult Services Desk
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Volunteer
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Join us to refresh our window bay art for the Spring. Artistic Talent is appreciated, but not required.

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

Pokemon Kids Club

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

Calling all Pokemon trainers! Come to our club to meet other trainers, trade and battle with your Pokemon cards, and have fun!

5 pm
This event is in the "Teen" group.

Monday Night Gaming

5:00pm - 8:00pm
Teen
Teen Room
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Whether you like Monopoly, Magic the Gathering, 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 "Middle School" group.

Tween Takeover

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Middle School
Teen Room
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Middle School
Program Type: Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

For Current 8th Graders

This event is in the "Teen" group.
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teen
Event Details:

Curious about a new fandom and want to see what all the fuss is about?

6 pm
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adults 60+" group.
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Cafe
Age Group: Adult, Adults 60+
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 26
Event Details:

Dr. Allison Osen, Neurologist, will speak about Multiple Sclerosis and new advancements in treating the condition. Please register below if you plan to attend in person.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Word Advanced

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adult
Computer Center Classroom
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Computer Center Classroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

Get creative with advanced design features in Microsoft Word! Requires basic computer skills.

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

El Mago Magic Show

6:30pm - 7:15pm
Youth, Family
Meeting Rooms A/B/C
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Meeting Rooms A/B/C
Age Group: Youth, Family
Program Type: Movies & Concerts
Event Details:

Ignacio Reyes is El Mago, and he'll entertain and amaze you with his illusions at this fun family magic show. No tickets necessary.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Southside FilmMakers

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adult
Mary Nelson Room
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Mary Nelson Room
Age Group: Adult
Event Details:

Make films and learn what goes on behind the camera! This club of local filmmakers welcomes beginners.


 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Barbie (Movie, 2023)

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Adult
Meeting Rooms A/B/C
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Meeting Rooms A/B/C
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Movies & Concerts
Event Details:

Barbie and Ken are having the time of their lives in the colorful and seemingly perfect world of Barbie Land. However, when they get a chance to go to the real world, they soon discover the joys and perils of living among humans.

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

Chess Club

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth, Elementary, Middle School
Youth Services Program Room
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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 and up. 

Chess Club is back! Players of all skill levels are invited to learn chess in a friendly, low-stress environment. 

No tickets necessary.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Movie: Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Adult
Meeting Rooms A/B/C
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Meeting Rooms A/B/C
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Movies & Concerts
Event Details:

A plucky eleven-year-old named Margaret finds her life on the cusp of change as her family uproots from the heart of the city to a quiet suburban neighborhood.

7 pm
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Rescheduled - Debt Club

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adult
Mary Nelson Room
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Mary Nelson Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Financial & Legal
Event Details:

Canceled - Will be rescheduled April 16 and 23rd. 

Got problems? Let’s talk. Meet with Raymond Schwarzkopf to support each other as you systematically destroy debt, build wealth, and live a generous life.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Refreshing Reads

7:30pm - 8:30pm
Adult
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Author/Book Clubs
Event Details:

The Girls of Murder City: fame, lust, and the beautiful killers who inspired Chicago by Douglas Perry