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Easter

All Day
Branches:
Oak Lawn Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed on Sunday, March 31 in observance of Easter.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Second Floor Activity Tables

All Day
Adult
Adult Services Desk
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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.

9 am
This event is in the "Teen" group.

Teen OLPL Minecraft Server

9:00am - 3:00pm
Teen
Teen Room
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

Build to your hearts content on the Teen Minecraft Server, either online or in the Teen Room! Check in at the Teen Room to gain access to the server and discord. The fun is available all month.

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

Baby Storytime

9:30am - 10:00am
Youth, Baby
Youth Services Program Room
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Baby
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Ages 6-24 months with adult. 

Simple stories, songs, and movement supporting your baby’s development.

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 "Family" group.

Youth Services Family Packs of Eclipse-Viewing Glasses Pickup Ends

9:00am - 9:00pm
Youth, Family
Youth Services Department
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Youth, Family
Program Type: Kids & Families
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

For families with children. Registered families can pick up a family set of four pairs of eclipse-viewing glasses, along with an information sheet and activity sheets about the eclipse. One set per family, while supplies last.

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

Toddler Storytime

9:30am - 10:00am
Youth, Toddler
Youth Services Program Room
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Toddler
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Ages 2-3 years with adult. 

We’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 "Adult" group.

English Together (ESL)

9:30am - 11:00am
Adult
Meeting Room C
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: ESL
Event Details:

Let's learn English together at this free ESL class for beginning and advanced speakers – begin anytime!  Tagalong children may come with their parents.

10 am
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Preschool Storytime

10:15am - 10:45am
Youth, Preschool
Youth Services Program Room
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Preschool
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Ages 3-5 without adult. 

We’ll read books, sing songs, and move around, all to support early literacy and learning in a fun way!

To promote independence, we encourage children to attend without adults.

Disclaimer(s)

YS Program Tickets

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

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

Saturday Afternoon Games with the Moraine Valley Gamers

12:00pm - 4:00pm
Adult
Meeting Room C
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Adults and teens are welcome to enjoy family-friendly tabletop games with the Moraine Valley Gamers.

 


 

1 pm
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
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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 "Adult" group.

3D Printing Basics

1:00pm - 2:00pm
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:

Learn how to find or create 3D print designs using Tinkercad, a free 3D modeling web program. Requires basic computer skills.

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 "Adult" group.

Online Travel Planning

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:

Take charge of your travel plans with tools for finding and booking flights, hotels and cars!

This event is in the "Adult" group.

PowerPoint Basics

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:

Discover the basic elements for creating and viewing a PowerPoint slideshow, including: creating slides, using templates, inserting images and more. Requires basic computer skills.

3 pm
4 pm
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Endangered Animals: Tigers

4:30pm - 5:15pm
Youth, Elementary
Youth Services Program Room
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Ages 5 - 7. 

Learn all about the magnificent tiger with books, an activity, and a craft!

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 "Middle School" group.

Sixty-Second Stunts

4:30pm - 5:15pm
Youth, Middle School
Youth Services Program Room
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Middle School
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Ages 11 - 14. 

Players have one minute each to complete our silly challenges - come to play or come to watch!

Disclaimer(s)

YS Program Tickets

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

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! 

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

Knit N' Stitch

6:30pm - 7:30pm
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:

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

Crunchyroll Club - Anime for Adults

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Teen, Adult
Meeting Rooms A/B/C
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Meeting Rooms A/B/C
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Join other grownup anime fans to watch shows on Crunchyroll with a special focus on one show at each meeting. Snacks, activities, and other fun also included. Teens 14 and up are welcome with their grownups.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Improv and Theater Games

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adult
Meeting Rooms B/C
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Meeting Rooms B/C
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

New! Improv and Theater Games: Join local actor George Tafelski for a five-week beginning workshop on theater games and improv. Tuesdays, 6:30-8 p.m., on April 2, 16, & 30, and May 14, and 28.

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Movie Night Wednesday

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Teen
Teen Room
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Movies & Concerts
Event Details:

Kick back with friends and enjoy the movie of the week! Call or check the Teen Room Discord for more information. 

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adults 60+" group.

NASA Updates and the Eclipse - All Ages

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth, Middle School, Family, Teen, Adult, Adults 60+
Meeting Rooms A/B/C
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Meeting Rooms A/B/C
Age Group: Youth, Middle School, Family, Teen, Adult, Adults 60+
Event Details:

NASA Ambassador Mark Benson updates us on NASA missions and explains the upcoming near-total eclipse on April 8. Learn about Mark's favorite scientists and touch a piece of the moon!

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: Financial & Legal
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
UPDATE 3/25/2024: Registrations for this program are completely full. We will not be able to take any walk-ins.
This event is in the "Teen" group.

Anime/Manga Club

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Teen
Teen Room
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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 "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.

Trivia By the Decades: 1970s

6:30pm - 8:00pm
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
Event Details:

Join librarian Roger Burns and other special guests to pick your brain about the 1970s. Bring your friends – or make friends - and earn prizes!

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

Rescheduled - Debt Club

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

Canceled - Will be rescheduled April 16 and 23rd. 

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