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

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: 2
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.  

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 ā€“ begin anytime. Children are welcome to attend as long as they are supervised by their adults.

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

Who's Got Game: Classic Movie Trivia

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. Test your cinema IQ with questions about everything from Old Hollywood to today's blockbusters and beyond. 

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: Cars (117 minutes; Rated 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.  

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.  

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 "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.

Chalk It Up!

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

For families with children of all ages.  

Unleash your creative side and chalk the walk.  

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

StoryWalk

10:00am - 11:00am
Youth, Toddler, Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, Family
Closed
Required
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Youth, Toddler, Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, Family
Program Type: Kids & Families, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 21
Event Details:

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.

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.

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

Learn to Use eBooks and Library Apps

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adult
Book Club Nook
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Book Club Nook
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 "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adults 60+" group.

One Book Club and Nature Craft

11:00am - 12:00pm
Teen, Adult, Adults 60+
Meeting Rooms A/B/C
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Meeting Rooms A/B/C
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Adults 60+
Program Type: Author/Book Clubs, Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Discuss topics from  Natureā€™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.

12 pm
1 pm
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: 0
Event Details:

Please join Gail Morales of Blissful Light for a fun and engaging beginnerā€™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.
Cancelled

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 OLPLā€™s online craft databases for inspiration on your next craft project!

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

Chess Club

2:00pm - 3:00pm
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, Kids & Families
Event Details:

For Ages 6 and up.  

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

Disclaimer(s)

Program Admittance

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

This event is in the "Adult" group.
Cancelled

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 "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: Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory (100 minutes; Rated G)

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.  

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.

Disclaimer(s)

Program Admittance

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

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.

Pokemon Kids Club

2:00pm - 3:00pm
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, Kids & Families
Event Details:

For ages 7 and up.  

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

Disclaimer(s)

Children Only

Parents and caregivers are required to remain outside of the program room for the duration of the program.

 

 

Program Admittance

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

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Mean Girls (Friday Fun Summer Matinee)

2:00pm - 4:00pm
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:

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.

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

Fandom Presentation: Halo

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen
Teen Room
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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? Join us for a presentation and sample of this month's fandom: Halo.

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: 10
Event Details:

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.

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
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
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.

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 Nā€™ 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.

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 "Teen" group.

Teen Lock In

6:00pm - 11:00pm
Teen
Teen Room
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

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