Week Calendar

Ages 6 – 24 months with an adult

9:30 – 9:50am

Stories, songs, and movement, supporting literacy development and learning in young children.

Ages 2 – 3 with an adult

We'll read books, sing songs, and move around, all to support early literacy and learning in a fun way!

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. 

Ages 2 – 3 with an adult

We'll read books, sing songs, and move around, all to support early literacy and learning in a fun way!

Ages 3 - 5 with an adult

Have you ever done yoga moves to a favorite children's book? Brain to Belly Kids Yoga will teach us how! Please bring towels or mats for yourself and your child. 

Get ready for games and crafts at this fun senior social hour from 10am to 11am. Play a variety of games to choose from such as Charades, LCR, Bingo Uno, Checkers, Scrabble, and more!

Let's learn English together at this free ESL class for beginning and advanced speakers – begin anytime!  Tagalong children may come if they are supervised by their parents.

Visit the Library's table at the 2024 Oak Lawn Chamber's annual Business Showcase & Fall Craft Show. We'll have information about upcoming programs and events and the ability for residents to sign up for library cards.

Ages 3 – 5 without an adult 

We'll share books, songs and activities, all to support early literacy and learning in a fun way! To promote independence, we encourage children to attend without adults.

Ages 6 - 10

Children will learn basic culinary skills and kitchen etiquette as they measure, mix, cut, cook and eat quesadillas and salsa. Children must be able to attend independently. Allegen information available upon request. 

Artist Patrick Kerrigan walks you through techniques for pastels and helps you create something to enter into our Tiny Art Show. 

Ages 3 – 5 without an adult 

We'll share books, songs and activities, all to support early literacy and learning in a fun way! To promote independence, we encourage children to attend without adults.

Drop in for assistance with your computer, smartphone or other device at this weekly help session. 

Bob Marley: One Love unveils Marley's true essence, presenting the man behind the image through his immortal music, inviting audiences to rediscover his impact in a revealing and captivating journey. (2024, PG-13, 107 minutes)

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

Ask your questions and learn with others at this group tech help hour.

Ages 6 - 10

Children will learn basic culinary skills and kitchen etiquette as they measure, mix, cut, cook and eat quesadillas and salsa. Children must be able to attend independently. Allegen information available upon request. 

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. 

Ages 8 - 10

We'll challenge pirate myths, work with one eye, and create coded treasure maps!

Make seed packets of local wildflowers

Ages 11 - 14

Help us keep Youth Services beautiful and earn community service time cleaning up the department. 

No registration needed.

Ages 6 and up

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

Enjoy a classical guitar concert from Oak Lawn's international sensation, Francisco Romero.

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

Ages 11 - 14

YOU are a detective racing against time and other players to solve a crime -- whodunnit, where and how?

Whether you like Monopoly, Uno, 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! 

Put your taste buds to the test as we try to find the best salsa!

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.  

Discover how to search the SWAN library catalog and place holds on items.

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

Board of Trustees Meeting

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

Rob Medinger with Keller Williams Realty explains what it takes to prepare your home for sale and how to get top dollar.

Please join us to hear from Dr. Theresa Schwab about treatments related to obesity. Please register below if you plan to attend in person.

Spy x Family by Tatsuya Endo