Week Calendar

Ages 2 - 3 with an adult. 

We'll use paint to experiment with shapes! Dress for a mess!

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!

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!

Calling all Bingo lovers! This fall series will be held on the first Tuesday of the month at 10am. Winners will receive a special surprise, sponsored by JenCare Senior Medical Center at 6101 W 95th St, Oak Lawn, IL 60453. 

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.

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.

For ages 3 - 5 with an adult

Learn the most comfortable and efficient way to hold scissors while we make a fun craft!

Adults and teens are welcome to enjoy family-friendly tabletop games with the Moraine Valley Gamers.
 

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.

Friends of the Library monthly Board meeting

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

Learn to create, save, open, print and make changes to documents in Microsoft Publisher.

Ages 11 - 14

Meet up with fellow gamers to play a variety of new and classic Switch games!

Ages 6 and up

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

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 8 - 10

Listen to a fractured fairy tale version of an old favorite and make your own Gritch the Witch!

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! 

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 LinkedIn and create a professional online profile. Requires an email address.

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

Author Gerry Parran has spent 27 years in the corporate world mastering the art of negotiation. He'll give you insights into basic business negotiation tactics and some sure-fire tricks for success.

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. 

For families

Jim Cruise is the Spoon Man, and you'll be amazed at what he can do with two ordinary household tablespoons! His interactive show will feature music, jokes, and an opportunity for everyone to get "spooned!"

 Keep your secrets in this book safe. This craft will involve cutting.

Pajama Night! Teens and adults in the Hundreds Club, stop by in your pj's for some cookies and book discussion on the second floor after the Library closes. We'll have trivia, games, and a pajama beauty contest.

Did you know the Library has thousands of eBooks and eAudiobooks on our free apps Librarian Emily Bettcher assists you in creating your account and shows you how to enjoy our digital resources.