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Easter

All Day
Oak Lawn Public Library, Off Site

The Library will be closed on Sunday, April 5 in observance of Easter.

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

English Together (ESL)

Monday, April 6, 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 "Youth" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Sensory Friendly: Dan Gogh's Magic and Art Show

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Meeting Rooms A/B/C at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Kids & Families
Age Group:
Youth, 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 "Adult" group

Tech Help

Monday, April 6, 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 "Youth" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Dan Gogh's Magic and Art Show

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Meeting Rooms A/B/C at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Kids & Families
Age Group:
Youth, Family

For families

This event is in the "Teen" group

Teen Game Night

Monday, April 6, 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

Futures Club

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Age Group:
Teen

New or upcoming high school graduate? Feel like you don’t know what to do and your friends are leaving town? Join us for a social night with your peers to meet new people, pick up new hobbies, and talk about what to do next.

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

Knit & Stitch

Monday, April 6, 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 "Youth" group
This event is in the "Baby" group

Baby Storytime

Tuesday, April 7, 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

Bingo Blossoms

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Encore Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults 60+

Calling all Bingo lovers! This spring series will be held on the first Tuesday of the month at 10am in the Encore Room.

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

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, April 7, 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 "Everyone" group

Founding Families of Oak Lawn Walking Tour

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Local History Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Genealogy & Local History
Age Group:
Everyone

Join Local History Librarian Tom Javorcic for a monthly walking tour of the exhibit "Founding Families of Oak Lawn."

This event is in the "Adult" group

Word Basics

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Computer Center Classroom at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adult

Learn to create, save, open, print and make changes to documents in Microsoft Word.

This event is in the "Teen" group

Teen Volunteer Opportunity

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Volunteer
Age Group:
Teen

You will be assisting with a variety of program preparation and cleaning tasks. 

Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group

DIY Labubu Squishy

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Services Program Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School

Ages 11-14

Obsessed with Labubus? Learn how to cut, glue, and sew your own Labubu Squishy! 

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

Toddler Storytime

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Youth Services Program Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy, Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Toddler

Ages 2-3 with an adult 

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

 

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

Downsize with Confidence: Navigating Today's Real Estate Market for Aging in Place

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Encore Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Financial & Legal
Age Group:
Adult, Adults 60+

Join Arlene Scott, Realtor and Kathryn Rachuy, Mortgage Broker from VRS Village Realty, Inc.,& Crossover Financial Group.

Registration required.

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

Park Lawn book discussion

Wednesday, April 8, 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

Word Advanced

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Computer Center Classroom at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adult

Explore paragraph spacing and layout settings in Microsoft Word, including columns and bulleted lists.

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

Friends Short Story Discussion Group

Wednesday, April 8, 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, April 8, 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 "Teen" group

Teen Fandom Guess Who

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teen

Can you guess your favorite characters first?

This event is in the "Teen" group

Movie Night Wednesday

Wednesday, April 8, 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 "Youth" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group

Host a Hummingbird

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Youth Services Program Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Kids & Families
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary, Middle School

For families with children ages 5 and up