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Wargaming Club

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teen

Join us as we play a variety of wargames, like One Page Rules, 40k, and Gaslands. There is a small selection of armies available to play. No experience or materials needed, but feel free to bring your own. We also have hobby supplies.

This event is in the "Teen" group

Build & Break: Barge

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teen

Build your barge or boat to hold the most weight, but beware sabotage from the other teams!

Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Adults 60+" group

Alzheimer's & Dementia Support Group

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Encore Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adult, Adults 60+

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.

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

Coyotes in Town

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Rooms A/B/C at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, Adults 60+

It seems like coyotes are everywhere in Oak Lawn these days -- what's going on?

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

Baby Romp

Friday, April 10, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Meeting Rooms A/B/C at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Kids & Families
Age Group:
Youth, Baby

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!

This event is in the "Adults 60+" group

Northstar Digital Literacy Information Session

Friday, April 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Computer Center Classroom at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults 60+

Please join us to learn about the Northstar Digital Literacy Platform. We will help you register for an account and show you how to explore their lessons.

Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adult" group

Internet Safety

Friday, April 10, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Computer Center Classroom at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adult

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

This event is in the "Teen" group

Teen Self Care Slowdown

Friday, April 10, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teen

Join us for a variety of calming activities, like sensory play or meditations, to help let go of some stress or reset from a long week.

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

Oak Lawn Writers' Group

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:30pm
Mary Nelson Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Author/Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adult, Adults 60+

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

This event is in the "Adult" group

Genealogy Databases

Sunday, April 12, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Computer Center Classroom at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adult

Dive into the past at these tutorials for OLPL’s free genealogy resources.

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Sensory Meetup

Sunday, April 12, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Youth Services Program Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Kids & Families
Age Group:
Youth, Baby, Toddler, Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, Family

These programs have been designed to provide a welcoming, friendly environment for special sensory-sensitive children and those with integration challenges. Registration is required.

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

Movin' and Groovin'

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Youth Services Program Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy, Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Toddler, Preschool

Ages 2-5 with an adult 

Dance, jump, and shake your sillies out with fun songs and props! 

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

English Together (ESL)

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room C at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
ESL
Age Group:
Adult, Adults 60+

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 "Adult" group

Tech Help

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Computer Center Classroom at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adult

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

This event is in the "Teen" group

Teen Game Night

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teen

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

Magic: The Gathering Casual Commander Club

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Mary Nelson Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, Adults 60+

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.

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

Baby Storytime

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Youth Services Program Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy, Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Baby

Ages 6-24 months

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

 

 

This event is in the "Adults 60+" group

Who's Got Game: Karaoke Singalong

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Encore Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults 60+

Whether you prefer singing solo or together as a group, enjoy classic songs from the 50's and beyond in our dynamic atmosphere. Bring your enthusiasm and get ready for a fantastic time at our karaoke event! 

Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Youth Services Program Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool

Ages 3-5

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

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

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

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Book Club Nook at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, Adults 60+

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 "Teen" group

Teen Advisory Board

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Volunteer
Age Group:
Teen

Help shape the future of our teen space by meeting with the teen librarian and discuss programming and teen needs.

Open
Registration Required