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Interactive Movie Kit: "Rio"

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, Movies & Concerts
Event Details:

Movie: Rio (2011, G)

Available starting Monday, April 29. 

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

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.

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.

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

Homeschool Family Science Club: Grass Roots

10:00am - 10:45am
Youth, Family
Youth Services Program Room
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Family
Program Type: Homeschool, Kids & Families
Event Details:

For homeschool families with children ages 8 and up. 

Disclaimer(s)

YS Program Tickets

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

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: 12
Event Details:

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

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.

Oak Lawn Writers' Group

10:00am - 1:30pm
Adult
Mary Nelson Room
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Mary Nelson Room
Age Group: Adult
Event Details:

Calling all writers! Come read your written works in any genre and get feedback from the group. 
11 am
12 pm

Saturday Afternoon Games with the Moraine Valley Gamers

12:00pm - 4:00pm
Adult
Meeting Room B
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B
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

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.

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


 
2 pm

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!

Excel 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:

Track and analyze data using spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel. Requires basic computer skills.

Friday Movie Matinee: Avatar - Way of Water

2:00pm - 5:00pm
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
Program Type: Movies & Concerts
Event Details:

Jake Sully lives with his newfound family formed on the extrasolar moon Pandora. Once a familiar threat returns to finish what was previously started, Jake must work with Neytiri and the army of the Na'vi race to protect their home.
3 pm
4 pm

Volunteer Opportunity: Game and Puzzle Club

4:15pm - 5:45pm
Middle School
Youth Services Department
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Middle School
Program Type: Volunteer
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Ages 11 - 14. 

Earn community service time by helping us with our children's programs. Volunteer if you enjoy spending time with young children and are good at working independently. 

Game & Puzzle Club

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth, Preschool, 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, Preschool, Elementary, Middle School
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Ages 5 and up. 

Stop by with some buddies to work a puzzle or enjoy new games and classic ones as well. No tickets necessary. 
5 pm

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

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.

Marvel Trivia

6:30pm - 7:15pm
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. 

Are you a Marvel super fan? Come out and test your knowledge of all things Marvel!

Disclaimer(s)

YS Program Tickets

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

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.

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. 

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! 

Guitar Jam Sessions

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

Teen and adult guitar students of any level are invited to bring in their guitars and learn a new song each week with teacher Colin Curtin.