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AARP Smart Driver Course

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 9:30am - 1:30pm
Meeting Room B at Oak Lawn Public Library
Age Group:
Adults 60+

The AARP Smart Driver Course is the nation's first and largest refresher course designed specifically for older drivers.

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

Tech Wise: Technology for Older Adults

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Computer Center Classroom at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults 60+

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.

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

Friends Book Discussion Group

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room C at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Author/Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adult, Adults 60+

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

This event is in the "Adults 60+" group

AARP Smart Driver Course

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 9:30am - 1:30pm
Meeting Room B at Oak Lawn Public Library
Age Group:
Adults 60+

The AARP Smart Driver Course is the nation's first and largest refresher course designed specifically for older drivers.

This event is in the "Adults 60+" group

Yoga for Adults Ages 60 and Over

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Encore Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults 60+

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. 

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

Oak Lawn Writers' Group

Saturday, April 25, 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 "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Adults 60+" group

The Yarnery Club

Tuesday, April 28, 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
This event is in the "Adults 60+" group

Weight Management and Kidney Disease with Advocate Health

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Encore Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adult, Adults 60+

Please join Dr. Darshika Chhabra and Dr. Allen Mikhail to discuss how weight affects your kidneys. Please register below if you plan to attend in person.

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

Tech Wise: Technology for Older Adults

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Computer Center Classroom at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults 60+

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.

This event is in the "Adults 60+" group

National Memory Screenings

Friday, May 1, 2026 at 9:00am - 4:00pm
Encore Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults 60+

Arden Courts Memory Care is proud to offer the Alzheimer's Foundation of America's National Memory Screening.

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

Oak Lawn Writers' Group

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:30pm
Mary Nelson Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Author/Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adult, Adults 60+

Special date.

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

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

The Not-So-Secret Sauce of Navigating Tricky Behaviors in Dementia Care

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Encore Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adult, Adults 60+

If you understand dementia and the individual, navigating tricky or challenging behaviors becomes a different kind of experience.

This event is in the "Adults 60+" group

Tech Wise: Technology for Older Adults

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Computer Center Classroom at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults 60+

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.

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

Friends Board Meeting

Thursday, May 7, 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+

Friends of the Library monthly Board meeting


 

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 "Adults 60+" group

Tech Wise: Technology for Older Adults

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Computer Center Classroom at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults 60+

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.

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 "Adults 60+" group

The Craft Collective: Watercolor Flower Painting

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Encore Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Age Group:
Adults 60+

During this afternoon craft session, we will be using watercolors to make flowers on a canvas!

Open
Registration Required
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 "Adults 60+" group

Chat & Chew: Senior Game Hour

Sunday, May 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Encore Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults 60+

This gaming hour features games like Scrabble, Chess, video games bowling, and cards to stimulate memory, sharpen thinking, and encourage social interaction.

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

Tech Wise: Technology for Older Adults

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Computer Center Classroom at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults 60+

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.