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9 am

My First Board Game

9:30am - 10:15am
Youth, Preschool
Youth Services Program Room
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Preschool
Program Type: Games & Activities, Kids & Families
Event Details:

Ages 3 – 5 with an adult

Children will have the opportunity to play board games designed for the younger set, practicing following rules and taking turns while they’re having fun!

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.

YS Program Tickets

We will distribute admission tickets at the Youth Services Desk 15 minutes before the start of the program.
10 am

Snow Much Bingo!

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults 60+
Meeting Room B
Open
Required
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults 60+
Program Type: Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 29
Event Details:

Calling all Bingo players! This winter series will be held on the first Tuesday of the month at 10am in Meeting Room B. Winners will receive fabulous prizes.  

Oak Lawn Writers' Group

10:00am - 1:30pm
Adult, Adults 60+
Mary Nelson Room
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Mary Nelson Room
Age Group: Adult, Adults 60+
Event Details:

Calling all writers! Come read your written works in any genre and get feedback from the group. 
11 am
12 pm
1 pm

Friends of the Library Short Stories Group

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult, Adults 60+
Mary Nelson Room
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.
2 pm

Tech Help Hour

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult
Computer Center Classroom
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. 

Excel Basics

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult
Computer Center Classroom
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Computer Center Classroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

Track and analyze data using spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel. Requires basic computer skills.

Matinee Movie: Longing

2:00pm - 4:30pm
Adult, Adults 60+
Meeting Rooms A/B/C
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Meeting Rooms A/B/C
Age Group: Adult, Adults 60+
Program Type: Movies & Concerts
Event Details:

Free Friday Matinee

Longing (2024, R, 111 minutes)
3 pm
4 pm

Wargaming Club

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen
Teen Room
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Join our beginner friendly tabletop wargaming club. We play Warhammer 40k 10e, and have a small selection of armies available to play. No experience or materials needed, but feel free to bring your own.
5 pm
6 pm

Knit N' Stitch

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teen, Adult, Adults 60+
Book Club Nook
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Book Club Nook
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Adults 60+
Program Type: Crafts
Event Details:

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.  

Make a Vision Board

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth, Middle School
Youth Services Program Room
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Middle School
Program Type: Crafts, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Ages 11 – 14

Make a vision board for the upcoming year to inspire you and keep your mind focused on your dreams and goals. 

Disclaimer(s)

YS Program Tickets

We will distribute admission tickets at the Youth Services Desk 15 minutes before the start of the program.

Cricut Coaster Craft

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adult
Computer Center Classroom
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Computer Center Classroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

Decorate a coaster with infusible ink designs created using Cricut.

Origami Workshop

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teen, Adult, Adults 60+
Meeting Rooms B/C
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Meeting Rooms B/C
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Adults 60+
Program Type: Crafts
Event Details:

Enjoy the craft of origami with teacher Ty Yamamoto from the Japanese Cultural Center. He’ll give you an introduction to origami basics and assist you in creating an entry for OLPL’s Origami Contest.

Alzheimer's & Dementia Support Group

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Adult, Adults 60+
Cafe
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.
7 pm

20's/30's Book Club (or 20/30 at heart)

7:30pm - 8:30pm
Adult
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Author/Book Clubs
Event Details:

The Measure by Nikki Erlick