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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. 

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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 

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

Interfaith Conversations

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Rooms A/B at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, Adults 60+

Are you curious about other cultures and religions? The Interfaith Muslim/Catholic Women’s Dialogue Group has been having positive conversations for 27 years.

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

Toddler Storytime

Thursday, April 9, 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

Park Lawn Movie

Thursday, April 9, 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

Artificial Intelligence

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
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 "Adults 60+" group

The Craft Collective: Ceramic Bunny Centerpiece

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Encore Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Age Group:
Adults 60+

Spring is here! Seniors, join us this afternoon where we will be making adorable ceramic bunny centerpieces.

Full
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teen" group

Wargaming Club

Thursday, April 9, 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 a variety of wargames, like One Page Rules, 40k, and Gaslands. 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 "Adult" group
This event is in the "Adults 60+" group

Alzheimer's & Dementia Support Group

Thursday, April 9, 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 "Teen" group
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This event is in the "Adults 60+" group

Coyotes in Town

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Rooms A/B/C at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, Adults 60+

It seems like coyotes are everywhere in Oak Lawn these days -- what's going on?

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This event is in the "Baby" group

Baby Romp

Friday, April 10, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Meeting Rooms A/B/C at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Kids & Families
Age Group:
Youth, Baby

Ages 6-24 months with an adult 

Drop by with your baby or toddler for movement activities and free play with other young children and their grownups!

This event is in the "Adults 60+" group

Northstar Digital Literacy Information Session

Friday, April 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Computer Center Classroom at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults 60+

Please join us to learn about the Northstar Digital Literacy Platform. We will help you register for an account and show you how to explore their lessons.

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

Internet Safety

Friday, April 10, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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.

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Teen Self Care Slowdown

Friday, April 10, 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 "Adult" group
This event is in the "Adults 60+" group

Oak Lawn Writers' Group

Saturday, April 11, 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 "Adult" group

Genealogy Databases

Sunday, April 12, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Computer Center Classroom at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adult

Dive into the past at these tutorials for OLPL’s free genealogy resources.

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Sensory Meetup

Sunday, April 12, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Youth Services Program Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Kids & Families
Age Group:
Youth, Baby, Toddler, Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, 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 "Youth" group
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Movin' and Groovin'

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room B at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy, Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Toddler, Preschool

Ages 2-5 with an adult 

Dance, jump, and shake your sillies out with fun songs and props! 

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

English Together (ESL)

Monday, April 13, 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, April 13, 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, April 13, 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! 

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

Magic: The Gathering Casual Commander Club

Monday, April 13, 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.