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Creative Writing Workshop

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Mary Nelson Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Author/Book Clubs, Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adult, Adults 60+

Unlock your writing’s potential! Through exercises and actionable strategies, you will develop your creative writing with author Zachary Jeffries as your guide.

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

Learn about Your Library Raffle

All Day
Adult Services Desk at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, Adults 60+

How much do you know about your library – take the quiz to enter our raffle! Return completed quizzes to the Adult Services Desk on or before Saturday, April 25, at 10:55 AM.

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

Toddler Storytime

Wednesday, April 1, 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

Tinkercad Basics

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Computer Center Classroom at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adult

Try out Tinkercad, a free 3D modeling web program used to create or find 3D print designs. Requires basic computer skills.

This event is in the "Teen" group

Movie Night Wednesday: The Three Musketeers

Wednesday, April 1, 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

Your Legal Toolkit to Protect Yourself and Loved Ones

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Rooms A/B at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Financial & Legal
Age Group:
Adult, Adults 60+

Lawyers from Kerlin Walsh Law explain what you need to know about the six legal documents every adult needs: financial power of attorney, medical power of attorney, living will, last will & testament, revocable living trust, and a legacy lette

This event is in the "Adult" group

Exploring the Outer Limits Sci-Fi Book Group

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Book Club Nook at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Author/Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adult

Join us on the first Wednesday of each month from 7-8 p.m. for a Science Fiction short story. The group meets on the 2nd floor near the large windows in the Book Nook.

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

Toddler Storytime

Thursday, April 2, 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

Friends Board Meeting

Thursday, April 2, 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+

Friends of the Library monthly Board meeting


 

This event is in the "Adult" group

QR Codes

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

Learn what QR codes are used for and how to scan them.

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

Chess Club

Thursday, April 2, 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

Ages 6 and up

All skill levels welcome to learn the game or get some practice!

This event is in the "Teen" group

Dungeons & Dragons Club

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Teen Room at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teen

Join us on a fantasy adventure in Dungeons & Dragons 5e. No experience or  supplies needed. May the dice favor you.  

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

Friday Classic Flix: The Thin Man

Friday, April 3, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Rooms A/B/C at Oak Lawn Public Library
Program Type:
Movies & Concerts
Age Group:
Adult, Adults 60+

First and best of the famous whodunit series has the wisecracking, martini-sipping husband-and-wife sleuthing team of Nick and Nora Charles investigating the disappearance of an inventor who later is implicated in the murder of his secretary.

This event is in the "Teen" group

Teen Self Care Slowdown

Friday, April 3, 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 "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Adults 60+" group

Saturday Afternoon Games

Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Rooms A/B 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.
 

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
Meeting Room C 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.