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. 

Do you limit your social or physical activity because you fear you might fall? Do you want to overcome those fears in order to gain a more active and fulfilling lifestyle?

Back by popular demand, we're resuming Wits Workout! Developed by the University of Illinois Extension for adults ages 60 and over, Wits Workout includes interactive puzzles and games.

Join Pathlights for this six-class instruction series for adults ages 60 and over. The free classes will present basic tools to help improve your computer skills.

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.

Ages 3-8 with an adult.

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

Ages 3-8 with an adult.

Ages 8 - 10: 1:30pm - 2:25pm -- Learn how science makes magic work! 

Ages 11-14: 2:30 - 3:25pm -- Learn how to fool your friends and amaze your family when Chris teaches you secret tricks of the magician's trade!

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. 

Book Discussion Group meets every 4th Wednesday at 1 p.m.  Pick up books at the Adult Reference Desk on the second floor, one month in advance.

April 23:  "Presumed Innocent" by Scott Turow

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.

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

Track and analyze data using spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel.

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

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

Ages 8-10

Learn the fascinating history of slime and then make your very own slime to take home! 

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.

Ages 7 and up 

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

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

All your favorite game characters face off in this epic classic. 

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.  

Financial Advisor Max Dunne of Oak Lawn’s Edward Jones office leads the group discussion of investment tips and tricks.

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

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.

Learn formatting techniques, workbook printing options, and tools for formulas and equations. Requires basic computer skills.

Start learning your way around the kitchen with some basic recipes and cooking tips.

El abogado Michael J. Maslanka habla sobre poderes notariales (cartas legales), testamentos en vida, testamentos finales, diferentes tipos de fideicomisos, diferentes tipos de escrituras, y mucho más. ¡Traiga sus preguntas!

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

Flight Behavior by Barbara Kingsolver                                                         

Join us on Wednesday, April 23 from 7-8 p.m. at the 2nd Floor windows area for a reception and slide show launching the opening of the First Responders of Oak Lawn exhibit in Local History.

For families. 

Enjoy pretzel-themed trivia and games and make delicious chocolate dipped pretzels to take home! 

Public speaking educator Kristel Flynn three-class series incorporates storytelling and speaking activities to build the skills of an effective leader.