Week Calendar

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 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. 

The Illinois Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) program at AgeOptions empowers consumers to prevent healthcare fraud.

Get ready for games and crafts at this fun senior social hour from 10am to 11am. In celebration of St. Patrick’s Day, paint and decorate a wooden shamrock!

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. 

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. 

Ages 6-10 

Children will learn basic culinary skills and kitchen etiquette as they measure, mix, cut, cook and eat each month’s recipes. Children must be able to attend independently. Allergen information available upon request.

Everyone in the Hundreds Club thinks libraries are special. We think you're special, too. Get first access to our National Library Week Raffle! We'll have trivia and games as usual, plus a spread of light refreshments.

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

A free concert sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Enjoy Irish classics and contemporary rock, folk, and country music with local Tommy Joe and a friend from the Emerald Isle. 

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. 

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.

Join us as we explore OLPL’s free genealogy resources!

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

Bring your handicraft projects–crochet, knitting or sewing–and spend an hour enjoying conversation while your needles do the work.

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

Fly Me to the Moon (2024, PG-13, 132 minutes)

Discover how you can “cut the cable cord” as we compare streaming subscriptions like Netflix and Hulu.

Help the community by donating blood! The Versiti team will be stopping by the Oak Lawn Public Library, and there are plenty of appointments available.

Ages 6-10 

Children will learn basic culinary skills and kitchen etiquette as they measure, mix, cut, cook and eat each month’s recipes. Children must be able to attend independently. Allergen information available upon request.

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

Do you love squishies? Make a paper squishy to take home with you! 

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.

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! 

Join art professor Rong Liang to learn the basics of composition with acrylic paints in this three part course. Attendance at all three is recommended.   

Take DIY to the next level with free software Cricut Design Space.

Join OLCHS teacher Eric Kallenborn and friends to play Commander at a casual level of play. Feel free to bring a competitive deck or two with you. We’ll also have decks for you to use if you don’t have your own deck.

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. 

Ages 11 - 14

The stress of the day will melt away during this calming and centering session with Brain to Belly Kids Yoga. Please bring your own towel or yoga mat.

Ramadan is a joyous festival of feasting and fasting.

Test your tastebuds against an array of hot wings from the Hot Ones series while answering interview questions. Can you take the heat? *WARNING* Several of the hot sauces being used can be painfully hot, participate at your own risk. 

Get creative with advanced design features in Microsoft Word. Requires basic computer skills.

For families with children of all ages

Come taste breads that originate from various cultures.  

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.

Did you know the library has 30,000+ movies you can stream for free with Kanopy, a free app for your phone or TV? Librarian Emily Bettcher assists you in creating your account and shows you how to enjoy Kanopy.

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

Got problems? Let’s talk. It’s time for your struggle to end! Join our Debt Club and learn how you can pay off debt, save more money, and build wealth.

None of This is True by Lisa Jewel