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Sew a Pocket Pal

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Youth Services Program Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary

Ages 8-10

Learn sewing safety, and how to do a basic running stitch, then sew your own little stuffed penguin!

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

Finance Throughout Your Life

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Rooms A/B at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Financial & Legal
Age Group:
Adult, Adults 60+

Financial adviser Max Dunn from Oak Lawn’s Edward Jones guides us through money management at different times in life from just starting out through retirement. Come for one or both sessions. Lite refreshments will be provided.

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

Saturday Afternoon Games

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room C at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, Adults 60+

Adults and teens are welcome to enjoy family-friendly tabletop games with the Moraine Valley Gamers.
 

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

Ages 2-5 with an adult 

Dance, jump and shake your sillies out with a variety of fun song and props!

This event is in the "Adults 60+" group

Bingocize

Monday, February 9, 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. 

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

English Together (ESL)

Monday, February 9, 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
This event is in the "Adults 60+" group

Cognitive Kits to Keep the Brain Fit

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Encore Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adult, Adults 60+

Come take a journey with your local librarians and Rush University/U.S. POINTER staff on the road to cognitive fitness. The presentation will give an overview of what cognitive activity is and why it is important to stay healthy as you age.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Tech Help

Monday, February 9, 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, February 9, 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, February 9, 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 "Youth" group
This event is in the "Baby" group

Baby Storytime

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

Ages 6- 24 months 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

Who's Got Game: Art from the Heart

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A (Rotary Room) at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults 60+

Get ready for games and crafts at this fun senior social hour from 10am to 11am.

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

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, February 10, 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 "Adult" group

PowerPoint Basics

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Computer Center Classroom at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adult

Create slides, use templates, insert images and more in Microsoft's slideshow presentation software.

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, February 10, 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

Debt Club

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Mary Nelson Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Financial & Legal
Age Group:
Adult, Adults 60+

Struggling with debt or money stress? Join a free, honest conversation to help you take control, build confidence, and make real progress. Led by Raymond Schwarzkopf, financial coach certified by the Dave Ramsey team.

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

Toddler Storytime

Wednesday, February 11, 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

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. 

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

Park Lawn book discussion

Wednesday, February 11, 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, 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