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9 am
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. Children are welcome to attend as long as they are supervised by their adults.

10 am
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
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:

For families with children of all ages. 

We're back in the YS Program Room for our August storytime.

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: Game Frenzy

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: 3
Event Details:

Get ready for games and crafts at this fun senior social hour from 10am to 11am. Play some high speed games that will stimulate your brain and challenge you to think quickly using your mobility and hand eye coordination skills. 

11 am
12 pm
1 pm
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adults 60+" group.

Friends Short Story Discussion Group

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:

Short Stories Discussion Group meets every 2nd Wednesday at 1 p.m. in the Mary Nelson Room. Pick up short stories at the Adult Reference Desk on the second floor, one month in advance.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Intro to AI

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:

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

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.

The Yarnery Club

2:00pm - 3:00pm
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:

Bring your handicraft projects–crochet, knitting or sewing–and spend an hour enjoying conversation while your needles do the work.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Boys in the Boat (Friends of the Library Film Showing)

2:00pm - 4:15pm
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:

Based on the bestselling non-fiction book, this inspirational true story follows an underdog rowing team competing for gold at the Summer Olympics in Berlin. (2023, PG-13, 123 minutes)

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.

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.

3 pm
4 pm
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.

Jazz Concert: Los Tamales

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:

Liven up the dog days of summer with jazz concert! Los Tamales is an Oak Lawn Latin-owned band specializing in jazz fusion and Latin jazz music.

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: 10
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 "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Magic: The Gathering Casual Commander Club

6:00pm - 8:30pm
Teen, Adult
Book Club Nook
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Book Club Nook
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Join OLCHS teacher Eric Kallenborn and friends to play Commander at a casual level of play. Feel free to bring a competitive deck or two with you. We’ll also have decks for you to use if you don’t have your own deck.

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

Alzheimer's & Dementia Support Group

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Adult, Adults 60+
Cafe
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Cafe
Age Group: Adult, Adults 60+
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

The Alzheimer’s & Dementia Support Group provides an opportunity for family members, friends, caregivers, and others to meet regularly where they can share feelings, thoughts, and experiences.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Cricut Tote Bags

6:00pm - 7:30pm
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:

Decorate a tote bag using vinyl cut with our Cricut machine!

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

Oak Lawn Community Library Foundation Meeting

6:00pm - 8:00pm
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: Board of Trustees
Event Details:

This is a public meeting of the Oak Lawn community Library Foundation

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

Debt Club

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

Got problems? Let’s talk. Meet with Raymond Schwarzkopf to support each other as you systematically destroy debt, build wealth, and live a generous life.

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

Exploring the Outer Limits Book Club

7:00pm - 8:00pm
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: Author/Book Clubs
Event Details:

Exploring the Outer Limits

Sci-Fi short stories that explore the outer limits! Pick up the story at the AYA reference desk one month prior to the book club.

Wednesday, August 14  /  7-8 p.m.