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English Together (ESL)

Monday, May 11, 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, May 11, 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 "Adult" group

Business & Job Databases

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Computer Center Classroom at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adult

Explore OLPL’s free business and job databases.

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, May 11, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Book Club Nook 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 "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Adults 60+" group

The Yarnery Club

Tuesday, May 12, 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 "Adult" group

Internet Safety

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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 "Adult" group
This event is in the "Adults 60+" group

Investment Group

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Study Room 1 at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Financial & Legal
Age Group:
Adult, Adults 60+

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

This event is in the "Adult" group

Park Lawn book discussion

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Teen Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Author/Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adult

Book discussion for Park Lawn participants with librarian Roger Burns. Book details forthcoming.

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

Friends Short Story Discussion Group

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Mary Nelson Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Friends of the Library
Age Group:
Adult, Adults 60+

Short Stories Discussion Group meets every second Wednesday at 1 p.m. in the Mary Nelson Room.

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

Advocate Diabetes Support Group

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Encore Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adult, Adults 60+

Come and learn about Diabetes with Advocate, which offers individuals with diabetes a space to connect with others, share experiences, and receive support in managing their condition. These meetings can be beneficial for emotional support, we

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

Rebranding Your Resume

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Computer Center Classroom at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Financial & Legal
Age Group:
Adult, Adults 60+

Re-entering the workforce or changing careers can be difficult, but it's not impossible! Let's look at the ways to rebrand your resume and job search materials to increase your success in a new field or return to work after a hiatus.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Park Lawn Movie

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Rooms A/B/C at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Movies & Concerts
Age Group:
Adult

Film for Park Lawn participants with librarian Roger Burns. Movie details forthcoming.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Create with Canva

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Computer Center Classroom at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adult

Create quick and professional-looking designs using Canva. Requires basic computer skills.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Cricut Coaster Craft

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Computer Center Classroom at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adult

Decorate a coaster with infusible ink designs created using Cricut.

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

Alzheimer's & Dementia Support Group

Thursday, May 14, 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 "Adult" group
This event is in the "Adults 60+" group

Documents You Don't Think You Need - Until You Do

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Encore Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Financial & Legal
Age Group:
Adult, Adults 60+

Estate planning is necessary for all of us, regardless of income and assets. What basic legal documents do you need? What types of government programs might help and how do I qualify?

Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

RPG Club

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Mary Nelson Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Interested in tabletop Role Playing Games (RPGs)? Tired of D&D? Come learn and play a new game every month with the RPG Club!

This event is in the "Adult" group

Tech Help

Monday, May 18, 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
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Adults 60+" group

Knit & Stitch

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Mary Nelson Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, Adults 60+

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.  

This event is in the "Adult" group

Artificial Intelligence

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Computer Center Classroom at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adult

Get introduced to AI, its controversies and how it can be used responsibly to make your life easier.

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

Creative Writing Workshop

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Book Club Nook at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Author/Book Clubs, Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adult, Adults 60+

Engage in specific writing skills with author Z Jeffries as your creative writing teacher and guide. Develop your writing through responding to prompts, timed writings during class, and receiving feedback from the group.

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

Southside FilmMakers

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A (Rotary Room) at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adult, Adults 60+

Make films and learn what goes on behind the camera! This club of local filmmakers welcomes beginners.