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9 am
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Baby" group.

Baby Storytime

9:30am - 10:00am
Youth, Baby
Youth Services Program Room
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Baby
Program Type: Early Literacy, Storytimes
Event Details:

Ages 6 – 24 months with an adult

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

All storytimes are ticketed programs.

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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Toddler" group.

Toddler Storytime

9:30am - 10:00am
Youth, Toddler
Youth Services Program Room
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Toddler
Program Type: Early Literacy, Storytimes
Event Details:

Ages 2 – 3 with an adult

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

All storytimes are ticketed programs.

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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Toddler" group.

Toddler Storytime

9:30am - 10:00am
Youth, Toddler
Youth Services Program Room
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Toddler
Program Type: Early Literacy, Storytimes
Event Details:

Ages 6 – 24 months with an adult.

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

All storytimes are ticketed programs.

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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Baby" group.
This event is in the "Toddler" group.

Baby Romp

9:30am - 10:30am
Youth, Baby, Toddler
Meeting Rooms A/B/C
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Meeting Rooms A/B/C
Age Group: Youth, Baby, Toddler
Program Type: Games & Activities, Kids & Families
Event Details:

Ages 6 - 24 months with an adult. 

Drop by with your baby or toddler for movement activities and free play with other young children and their grownups!

 

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

English Together (ESL)

10:00am - 11:00am
Adult, Adults 60+
Meeting Room C
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Adult, Adults 60+
Program Type: ESL
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Preschool Storytime

10:15am - 10:45am
Youth, Preschool
Youth Services Program Room
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Preschool
Program Type: Early Literacy, Storytimes
Event Details:

Ages 3 – 5 

To promote independence, we encourage children to attend without adults.

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

All storytimes are ticketed programs.

Disclaimer(s)

YS Program Tickets

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

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

Finance Pro Tips with Morningstar and Valueline

11:00am - 2:00pm
Adult, Adults 60+
Meeting Room A (Rotary Room)
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Rotary Room)
Age Group: Adult, Adults 60+
Program Type: Financial & Legal
Event Details:

Join Max Dunne from Edward Jones for a professional introduction to Morningstar and Valueline, both online databases available from the library.

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

Middle School Volunteer Opportunity: Dog Man Party

12:45pm - 2:15pm
Youth, Middle School
Youth Services Department
Required
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Youth, Middle School
Program Type: Volunteer
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

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. We will meet at the Youth Services desk.

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

Saturday Afternoon Games

12:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen, Adult, Adults 60+
Meeting Room C
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Adults 60+
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

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

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

D&D 3D Printing

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adult
Computer Center Classroom
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Computer Center Classroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

Use Hero Forge to design a custom Dungeons & Dragons tabletop miniature to be printed with our 3D printer. Requires basic computer skills.

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.

Dog Man Party

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Youth, Elementary, Middle School, Family
Meeting Rooms A/B/C
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Meeting Rooms A/B/C
Age Group: Youth, Elementary, Middle School, Family
Program Type: Kids & Families
Event Details:

For families.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Preschool Storytime

1:00pm - 1:30pm
Youth, Preschool
Youth Services Program Room
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Preschool
Program Type: Early Literacy, Storytimes
Event Details:

Ages 3 – 5 

To promote independence, we encourage children to attend without adults.

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

All storytimes are ticketed programs.

Disclaimer(s)

YS Program Tickets

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

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

Yoga for Adults Ages 60 and Over

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults 60+
Meeting Rooms A/B
Open
Required
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Meeting Rooms A/B
Age Group: Adults 60+
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Please join Gail Morales of Blissful Light for a fun and engaging beginner’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.

Language Learning Online

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adult
Computer Center Classroom
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Computer Center Classroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

Prepare for your worldly travels this year with OLPL’s language learning resources and databases that offer more than just English text. 

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

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. 

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

The Yarnery Club

2:00pm - 3:00pm
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:

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

Matinee Movie: Horizon

2:00pm - 5:30pm
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

Horizon: An American Saga-Chapter 1 (2024, R, 180 minutes)

3 pm
4 pm
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.

Pop Culture Trivia

4:30pm - 5:30pm
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: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Ages 11 – 14

Test your knowledge of all things pop culture for a chance to earn cool prizes!

Disclaimer(s)

YS Program Tickets

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

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

Pokémon Kids Club

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth, Elementary, Middle School
Youth Services Program Room
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary, Middle School
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Ages 7 and up

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

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Teen Crafternoon

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen
Teen Room
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 month, or take advantage of the makerspace tools for your own creative endeavors!

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Escape Room Jr.

4:15pm - 4:45pm
Youth, Elementary
Youth Services Program Room
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Ages 5 - 7

Solve puzzles, crack codes, and unlock the mystery box in an escape room that’s “just right” for younger sleuths!

Disclaimer(s)

YS Program Tickets

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

5 pm
This event is in the "Teen" group.

Monday Night Gaming

5:00pm - 8:00pm
Teen
Teen Room
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

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! 

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Dungeons & Dragons Club

5:00pm - 8:00pm
Teen
Teen Room
Open
Required
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Escape Room Jr.

5:00pm - 5:30pm
Youth, Elementary
Youth Services Program Room
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Ages 5 - 7

Solve puzzles, crack codes, and unlock the mystery box in an escape room that’s “just right” for younger sleuths!

Disclaimer(s)

YS Program Tickets

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

6 pm
This event is in the "Teen" group.

Anime Club

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Teen
Teen Room
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
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 on this week's showing. 

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

Reptile Roadshow

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

Adults and teens 14 and up are invited to a 60 minute presentation featuring some of the biggest & unique reptiles & bugs from all over the world.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

D&D Online Resources

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

Level up your Dungeons and Dragons gameplay with online tools like Roll20 and D&D Beyond.

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

Refreshing Reads

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

Atomic Habits by James Clear

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

Crunchyroll Club - Anime Night for Adults

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adult, Adults 60+
Meeting Rooms A/B
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Public Library
Room: Meeting Rooms A/B
Age Group: Adult, Adults 60+
Program Type: Movies & Concerts
Event Details:

Enjoy Japanese anime and snacks with other fans and newbies.