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9 am
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.

Cancelled - Volunteer Opportunity (Ages 11 - 14): Chalk It Up!

9:45am - 10:45am
Youth, Middle School
Youth Services Department
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Youth, Middle School
Program Type: Volunteer
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Because of the heat, this session of Chalk It Up! has been cancelled.

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

BookNerds Club Sign-Up

9:00am - 9:00pm
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
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

We're back! Sign up now to join the BookNerds Club and receive your personalized book box.

We will select 2-3 library books based on your preferences, along with some small goodies. 

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

Parachute Play

10:00am - 10:30am
Youth, Toddler
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Youth, Toddler
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Ages 1-3 with an adult. 

Join us for toddler music and movement time! 

Outdoors if weather permits; indoors if weather is inclement. 

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.

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

Who's Got Game: Senior's Choice Game Day

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: Crafts, Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Get ready for games and crafts at this fun senior social hour from 10am to 11am. This will be player's choice from Bingo to UNO to LCR come and join us! 

Light refreshments will be served. Register at olpl.org.  

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

Cancelled - Chalk It Up!

10:00am - 10:30am
Youth, Toddler, Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, Family
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Youth, Toddler, Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, Family
Program Type: Games & Activities, Kids & Families
Event Details:

Because of the heat, this session of Chalk It Up! has been cancelled. There is another session scheduled for Wednesday, July 17. 

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

Summer Movie: Ratatouille (110 minutes; G)

10:00am - 12:00pm
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:

Recommended for ages 2 and up with an adult. 

Remy pursues his dreams of becoming a great chef in Paris, despite being a rat, a very unwelcome creature in the kitchen. 

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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Baby" group.
This event is in the "Toddler" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Family Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Youth, Baby, Toddler, Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, Family
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Youth, Baby, Toddler, Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, Family
Program Type: Kids & Families, Storytimes
Event Details:

For families with children of all ages. 

Bring a blanket and enjoy stories and songs on the Green. 

Outdoors if weather permits; indoors if the weather is inclement. 

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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Baby" group.
This event is in the "Toddler" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Family Storytime Inclement Weather Backup

10:00am - 10:30am
Youth, Baby, Toddler, Preschool, 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, Baby, Toddler, Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, Family
Program Type: Kids & Families, Storytimes
Event Details:

In case of inclement weather, Family Storytime will be held indoors.

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.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

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. 

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

Free Kidney & Diabetes Screening

10:00am - 2:00pm
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: Adult, Adults 60+
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Must be 18 years or older. Walk-ins are welcome.

Fasting not required. Urine sample will be required.

11 am
12 pm
1 pm
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.

Volunteer Opportunity (Ages 11 - 14): Drop-In Craft- Grasshead Guys

1:45pm - 4:15pm
Youth, Middle School
Youth Services Department
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Youth, Middle School
Program Type: Volunteer
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

For ages 11 - 14. 

Need community service hours? Volunteer to help with programs if you enjoy spending time with young children and are good at working independently. For safety's sake, please wear gym shoes. 

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

Yoga for Adults Ages 60 and Over

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults 60+
Meeting Room B
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults 60+
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Please join Gail Morales of Blissful Light for a fun and engaging beginner’s yoga class. The class is designed for participants to sit on mats on the floor. Please bring your own mat, if possible. Limited to 25 participants.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Craft Databases

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:

Explore OLPL’s online craft databases for inspiration on your next craft project!

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 "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Drop-In Craft: Grasshead Guys

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth, Preschool, 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, Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, Family
Program Type: Crafts, Kids & Families
Event Details:

For ages 3 and up. 

Make a friendly "head in a pot" with grass hair that grows! While supplies last.

 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Google Slides

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:

Create slideshow presentations online!

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

Local History Tour: Jazz Music Legends of Oak Lawn

2:00pm - 3:00pm
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.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Smartphone 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:

Bring your device and learn how to call, text, download apps, and take and share pictures.

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.

Summer Movie: Lego Batman (104 minutes; PG)

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:

Recommended for ages 5 and up. 

After the Joker pulls off a mass breakout from the galaxy's most secure prison, the Caped Crusader has his work cut out for him. 

Disclaimer(s)

Program Admittance

Doors to programs will close at 10 minutes past start time.

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

Panels Per Page Graphic Novel Book Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen
Teen Room
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Author/Book Clubs
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Enjoy graphic novels and want to explore new works? Join us in reading Persepolis by Marjane Satrapi. Limited quantities of physical copies of the book will be available in the Teen Room one month ahead of the meeting.

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.

Celebrate Juneteenth with Jazz

4:00pm - 5:00pm
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: Family, Teen, Adult, Adults 60+
Program Type: Movies & Concerts
Event Details:

Join The Liane Williams Trio for a jazzy celebration of Juneteenth! This local group is a jazz band with a deep love for traditional and contemporary jazz.

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Teen Crafternoon

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen
Teen Room
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Crafts
Event Details:

Join us in the Teen Makerspace and get crafty. Either join us for the focus craft/ tutorial of the week, or take advantage of the makerspace tools for your own creative endeavors!

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

Dungeons & Dragons Club

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 are brand new to the world of tabletop roleplaying games or a veteran, join us to dive into a world of fantasy and test your luck and as an adventurer in a game of D&D 5e.

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

Learn to Use eBooks and Library Apps

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

Learn the basics of eBooks on OLPL's library apps. Bring your phone or other e-reading device plus your library card.

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 "Adult" group.

Intro to AI

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:

Find out what Artificial Intelligence is and how you can use it! 

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 "Adult" group.

Library Board of Trustees Monthly Meeting

6:45pm - 9:00pm
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: Board of Trustees
Event Details:

Board of Trustees Meeting

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Southside FilmMakers

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adult
Meeting Rooms A/B
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Meeting Rooms A/B
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Movies & Concerts, Technology
Event Details:

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

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 "Adult" group.

Native American Gardens

6:30pm - 7:45pm
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
Event Details:

The Native people planted huge gardens. Dressed in native regalia, author Kim Sigafus will be discussing what they planted, how, and why, and talk about companion planting.