Week Calendar

Ages 2-3 with an adult

Dress for a mess and explore your artistic side! 

Ages 2-3 with an adult. 

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

All storytimes are ticketed programs. 

Ages 2-3 with an adult. 

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

All storytimes are ticketed programs. 

Ages 6-24 months with an adult. 

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

All storytimes are ticketed programs. 

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. 

Calling all writers! Come read your written works in any genre and get feedback from the group. 

The Crisis Center for South Suburbia is a non-profit community organization that provides emergency shelter and other essential services for individuals and families victimized by domestic violence and addresses the societal issues that contribute

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. 

Back by popular demand! Seniors, join us in the Cafe for afternoon crafts where we will recycle old vinyls by turning them into clocks.

Friends of the Library monthly Board meeting

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

Identify common scams a learn best practices for staying safe online. 

Grab a blanket and join us for a quiet hour to read and relax in the Teen Room.

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.

Ages: 5-7

Draw and color your own design, watch it shrink, then turn it into a backpack charm or give it as a gift to someone special!

Ages 6 and up 

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

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! 

Ages 8-10

Meet up with fellow gamers to play this action-packed Switch game. 

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.

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.  

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. 

Teen choraleers from Oak Lawn Community High School under the direction of teachers Cole Seaton and Ian Murrell facilitated by Samantha Elliott perform their Spring repertoire.

Join us on the first Wednesday of every month for a science fiction short story and discussion. Stories are available at the 2nd Floor Reference Desk.

March Short Story:

"Paladin of the Lost Hour" by Harlan Ellison