Week Calendar

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.  

Let's learn English together at this free ESL class for beginning and advanced speakers – begin anytime. Children are welcome to attend as long as they are supervised by their adults.

Get ready for games and crafts at this fun senior social hour from 10am to 11am. Test your cinema IQ with questions about everything from Old Hollywood to today's blockbusters and beyond. 

Recommended for ages 2 and up with an adult.  

Hotshot race car Lightening McQueen, stranded in Radiator Springs, meets a group of hilarious characters who help him discover there's more to life than trophies.  

For families with children of all ages.  

Unleash your creative side and chalk the walk.  

Join us at Lake Shore Park, 9610 E. Shore Drive, for The Watermelon Seed by Greg Pizzoli. We'll read it together and enjoy activities provided by the Oak Lawn Park District.

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

Discuss topics from  Nature’s Best Hope with Master Gardener Robin Fullarton, and make a macrame bookmark! Adults and teens interested in backyard conservation are welcome, not just members of the book club.

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.

For Ages 6 and up.  

All skill levels welcome to come and learn the game or get some practice!

Recommended for ages 5 and up.  

When Willy Wonka promises a lifetime supply of sweets to five lucky kids, penniless Charlie Bucket seeks the golden ticket that will make him a winner.

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.

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

For ages 7 and up.  

Meet other trainers, learn to play Pokemon TCG, battle with your Pokemon cards, and have fun!

Mean Girls (2024, PG-13, 112 minutes) : New student Cady Heron navigates the thorny jungles of teenage and high school drama. Led by Regina George, the elite clique The Plastics welcomes Cady into their exclusive group.

Curious about a new fandom and want to see what all the fuss is about? Join us for a presentation and sample of this month's fandom: Halo.

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

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!

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.

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.  

Join in on anime and manga fandom at the library, or come and find a new favorite! 

Board of Trustees Meeting

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

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

Enjoy this late night in the library, including pizza and games, plus some surprise activities!