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Bingocize

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Meeting Room B at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults 60+

Join us for a 10-week program called Bingocize! We will play bingo and do some light exercises during the classes. Wear comfortable clothing. Participants should be able to attend the full 10-weeks of classes on Mondays and Wednesdays. 

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

Friends Short Story Discussion Group

Wednesday, February 11, 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

Smartphone Basics

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Computer Center Classroom at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adult

Bring in your phone and learn how to call, text, download apps, and take and share pictures. 

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

Advocate Diabetes Support Group

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room B at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adult, Adults 60+, Everyone

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 "Teen" group

Movie Night Wednesday

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Teen Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Movies & Concerts
Age Group:
Teen

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. 

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

Calling All Couples

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Rooms A/B at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adult, Adults 60+

Come for the helpful tips and stay for the connection as you explore ways to create more closeness and joy within your relationship.  Presented by Yolanda Sanders, LPC, NCC, Licensed Professional Counselor at Oak Lawn’s Center for Psycho

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Let's Find Out: Lunar New Year

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Services Program Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, Family

All ages 

Bring the family and learn about Lunar New Year with immersive activities and a take-home project.

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

Toddler Storytime

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Youth Services Program Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Toddler

Ages 2-3 with an adult

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

All storytimes are ticketed programs. 

This event is in the "Adults 60+" group

The Craft Collective: DIY Clay Magnets

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Encore Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Adults 60+

Get your mind and muscles moving. Stop by this senior craft series were where we will be making our own clay magnets! 

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

Artificial Intelligence

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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 "Teen" group

Teen Wargaming Club

Thursday, February 12, 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 Warhammer 40k 10e. 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 "Youth" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Chess Club with Chis Jones

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Services Program Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary, Middle School, Family

Ages 6 and up

Magician and chess teacher Chris Jones offers tips and instruction for new and learning players.

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group

Simmon's Band Recital

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Rooms B/C at Oak Lawn Public Library
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School

Simmon's band recital

This event is in the "Teen" group

Cooking Club

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teen Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Food & Cooking
Age Group:
Teen

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

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

Alzheimer's & Dementia Support Group

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A (Rotary 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

Teen Self Care Slowdown

Friday, February 13, 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 "Youth" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group

Middle School Volunteer Opportunity: Paper Portraits

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 4:15pm - 5:30pm
Youth Services Department at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Volunteer
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School

Ages 11-14

Need community service hours? Volunteer to help with the following programs if you enjoy spending time with young children and are good at working independently.

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group

Paper Portraits

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Youth Services Program Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary

Ages 8-10

Create a colorful paper portrait of yourself, a friend, or a loved one. No experience necessary.

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

Oak Lawn Writers' Group

Saturday, February 14, 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

Hundreds Club Valentine's Day Party

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room C at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Author/Book Clubs
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, Adults 60+

What are you doing for Valentine’s Day? Let’s celebrate the books and people we love!

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

Friends of the Library Concert -- Alloy Horn Quartet

Sunday, February 15, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Rooms A/B/C at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Movies & Concerts
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, Adults 60+

This unique chamber group led by Liz Deitemyer features four women hornists! Their repertoire includes classical and contemporary hits.

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

Sensory Meetup

Sunday, February 15, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Youth Services Program Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Kids & Families
Age Group:
Youth, Family

For families with a sensory-sensitive child

Every session will offer a different combination of stories, songs, and crafts, followed by playtimes.

This event is in the "Adults 60+" group

Bingocize

Monday, February 16, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Meeting Room B at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults 60+

Join us for a 10-week program called Bingocize! We will play bingo and do some light exercises during the classes. Wear comfortable clothing. Participants should be able to attend the full 10-weeks of classes on Mondays and Wednesdays. 

Open
Registration Required