Event List

Ages 9 and up 

Learn to use the CAD program Tinkercad to design a decorative Peep to be printed in our 3D printer.

Oak Lawn was settled by European immigrants in the late 1800s who came during the great immigration wave in Chicago. The earliest residents were farmers looking for affordable land near Chicago, where they could sell their crops and livestock.

These programs have been designed to provide a welcoming, friendly environment for special sensory-sensitive children and those with integration challenges. Registration is required.

Bring your handicraft projects–crochet, knitting or sewing–and spend an hour enjoying conversation while your needles do the work.

2006, G, 117 minutes

Recommended for ages 5 and up

Hotshot race car Lightning McQueen’s makes an unexpected detour into forgotten town Radiator Springs, where he learns there’s more to life than trophies and fame.

Dr. Jamil Kendall will speak about hip and knee replacements. Please register below if you plan to attend in person.

Let’s Call Her Barbie by Renee Rosen                                               

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.

Ages 7 and up 

Meet other trainers, trade and battle with your cards, and have fun! 

Learn how and when to enroll in Medicare, understand the key differences between Medicare Supplement and Medicare Advantage plans, know what to expect from prescription coverage (Part D), and find out how employer insurance works once you reach 65

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. 

Sage Stories Culture Club will feature discussions of books and media with characters and information relevant to the fastest growing age group in the United States.

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. 

Ages 8-10

Try out multiplayer games on our new Switch 2!

Join us for a reception for Founding Families of Oak Lawn, the new Local History exhibit.

Ages 5-10

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

Ages 2-5 with an adult 

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

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.  

Ages 6-24 months

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

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.  

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.