Oak Lawn Public Library

Mondays, Sept. 21-Nov. 9; 10-11 a.m. Let’s learn English together at this free ESL class for beginning and advanced speakers. Start anytime. Contact kdonley@olpl.org for more information.<a href="https://www.olpl.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Visit our website at www.olpl.org</a> and <a href="https://www.olpl.org/events/month" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">view our online event calendar</a>.

Local Event: English Together at OLPL

Cook County

Oak Lawn

Illinois

English Together at OLPL

Mondays, Sept. 21-Nov. 9; 10-11 a.m. Let’s learn English together at this free ESL class for beginning and advanced speakers....

Mondays; 1-3 p.m. There's a new time for this weekly help session! Drop in for assistance with your computer, smartphone or other device.
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Local Event: Tech Help at OLPL

Tech Help at OLPL

Mondays; 1-3 p.m. There's a new time for this weekly help session! Drop in for assistance with your computer, smartphone or...

Mondays; 5-8 p.m. Board Games, Video Games, Card Games, TTRPGs, all are welcome!<a href="https://www.olpl.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Visit our website at www.olpl.org</a> and <a href="https://www.olpl.org/events/month" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">view our online event calendar</a>.

Local Event: Teen Game Night at OLPL

Teen Game Night at OLPL

Mondays; 5-8 p.m. Board Games, Video Games, Card Games, TTRPGs, all are welcome!Visit our website at www.olpl.org and view our...

6:30-8 p.m. Experts talks from 6:30-7:30 p.m. followed by time for conversation and connection with other backyard gardeners. 
Monarch Migration&nbsp; Monday, Sept. 21; 6:30-7:30 p.m. Monarch butterflies are headed south!&nbsp;Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with field ecologist&nbsp;Alexia Lopez. Learn about the monarchs’ long journey&nbsp;to Michoacán, Mexico and their cultural ties to the land.
BodySmart Gardening Monday, Oct. 19; 6:30-7:30 p.m. A Master Gardener presents ways to feel good and stay safe while gardening: prevent aches and pains, use tools safely, and be mindful of insects and the sun.&nbsp;
Wildlife Friendly Landscaping Practices&nbsp; Monday, Nov. 16; 6:30-7:30 p.m.&nbsp; A Master Naturalist explains how to be a good host&nbsp;for the pollinators and wildlife in our backyards.

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Local Event: Seeds and Stories: Monarch Migration at OLPL

Seeds and Stories: Monarch Migration at OLPL

6:30-8 p.m. Experts talks from 6:30-7:30 p.m. followed by time for conversation and connection with other backyard gardeners....

Mondays, Sept. 21; Oct. 5 &amp; 19; Nov. 2, 16 &amp; 30; 6:30-8:30 p.m.BYO needlework projects and enjoy conversation and crafting with Jennifer Rodriguez and friends. Crocheters, knitters, cross-stitchers and embroiderers welcome.<a href="https://www.olpl.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Visit our website at www.olpl.org</a> and <a href="https://www.olpl.org/events/month" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">view our online event calendar</a>.

Local Event: Knit & Stitch at OLPL

Knit & Stitch at OLPL

Mondays, Sept. 21; Oct. 5 & 19; Nov. 2, 16 & 30; 6:30-8:30 p.m.BYO needlework projects and enjoy conversation and crafting with...

Ages 0-12 months with an adult Tuesdays, Sept. 15, 22 &amp; 29; Oct. 6 &amp; 13; Nov. 3, 10, 17 &amp; 24; 9:30-9:50 a.m.
Babies and pre-walkers will experience songs and fingerplays one-on-one with their caregivers.(T) Admission tickets will be distributed at the Youth Services Desk 15 minutes before the start of the program.
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Local Event: Baby Lapsit (T) at OLPL

Baby Lapsit (T) at OLPL

Ages 0-12 months with an adult Tuesdays, Sept. 15, 22 & 29; Oct. 6 & 13; Nov. 3, 10, 17 & 24; 9:30-9:50 a.m.
Babies and...

Tuesdays, Sept. 22, Oct. 27 &amp; Nov. 24; 10-11 a.m.; Encore RoomThis program developed by the University of Illinois Extension for adults ages 60 and over, includes interactive puzzles and games. After the workout, there will be time to enjoy additional puzzles and socialize. Light refreshments will be provided. Funded in part by the AgeOptions Library CARES ARPA grant.
<a href="https://www.olpl.org/events/month" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">(R) Register for this event on our online event calendar.</a>
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Local Event: Wits Workout and More (R) at OLPL

Wits Workout and More (R) at OLPL

Tuesdays, Sept. 22, Oct. 27 & Nov. 24; 10-11 a.m.; Encore RoomThis program developed by the University of Illinois Extension...

Ages 3-5 Tuesdays, Sept. 15, 22 &amp; 29; Oct. 6 &amp; 13; Nov. 3, 10, 17 &amp; 24; 10:15-10:45 a.m. A variety of stories and active fun for preschoolers who are ready to practice independent learning.
(T) Admission tickets will be distributed at the Youth Services Desk 15 minutes before the start of the program.
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Local Event: Preschool Storytime (T) at OLPL

Preschool Storytime (T) at OLPL

Ages 3-5 Tuesdays, Sept. 15, 22 & 29; Oct. 6 & 13; Nov. 3, 10, 17 & 24; 10:15-10:45 a.m. A variety of stories and active fun...

Tuesdays, Sept. 8 &amp; 22, Oct. 13 &amp; 27, &amp; Nov. 10 &amp; 24; 2-3 p.m. Bring your crochet, knitting or sewing projects, and enjoy conversation while you craft.<a href="https://www.olpl.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Visit our website at www.olpl.org</a> and <a href="https://www.olpl.org/events/month" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">view our online event calendar</a>.

Local Event: The Yarnery Club at OLPL

The Yarnery Club at OLPL

Tuesdays, Sept. 8 & 22, Oct. 13 & 27, & Nov. 10 & 24; 2-3 p.m. Bring your crochet, knitting or sewing projects, and enjoy...

Tuesday, Sept. 22; 2-3 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 10; 11 a.m.-noon
Explore tips and tricks to make your slideshow presentation stand out.
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Local Event: PowerPoint Advanced at OLPL

PowerPoint Advanced at OLPL

Tuesday, Sept. 22; 2-3 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 10; 11 a.m.-noon
Explore tips and tricks to make your slideshow presentation stand...

Avenue Flower Shop & Wine Bar

7:30 p.m.; Avenue Wine Bar, 10632 S. Cicero Ave. 
“The Pumpkin Spice Café" by Laurie Gilmore Tuesday, Sept. 22 “Bright Young Women” by Jessica Knoll Tuesday, Oct. 27 “Twice” by Mitch Albom Tuesday, Nov. 24<a href="https://www.olpl.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Visit our website at www.olpl.org</a> and <a href="https://www.olpl.org/events/month" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">view our online event calendar</a>.

Local Event: Refreshing Reads With OLPL

Refreshing Reads With OLPL

7:30 p.m.; Avenue Wine Bar, 10632 S. Cicero Ave. 
“The Pumpkin Spice Café" by Laurie Gilmore Tuesday, Sept. 22 “Bright Young...

Ages 13-36 months with an adult Wednesdays, Sept. 16, 23 &amp; 30; Oct. 7 &amp; 14; Nov. 4, 11, 18 &amp; 25 OR Thursdays, Sept. 17 &amp; 24; Oct. 1, 8 &amp; 15; Nov. 5, 12 &amp; 19 9:30-10 a.m. Young children who are standing and walking will sing, dance, listen to stories and more with their caregivers.
(T) Admission tickets will be distributed at the Youth Services Desk 15 minutes before the start of the program.
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Local Event: Toddler Storytime (T) at OLPL

Toddler Storytime (T) at OLPL

Ages 13-36 months with an adult Wednesdays, Sept. 16, 23 & 30; Oct. 7 & 14; Nov. 4, 11, 18 & 25 OR Thursdays, Sept. 17 & 24;...

Wednesdays, Sept. 23, Oct. 14 &amp; Nov. 11; 11 a.m.-noon
Learn to create, save, open, print and make changes to documents in Microsoft Word.
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Local Event: Word Basics at OLPL

Word Basics at OLPL

Wednesdays, Sept. 23, Oct. 14 & Nov. 11; 11 a.m.-noon
Learn to create, save, open, print and make changes to documents in...

“The Personal Librarian” by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray Wednesday, Sept. 23; 1 p.m.; Meeting Room C “All the Light We Cannot See: A Novel” by Anthony Doerr Wednesday, Oct. 28; 1 p.m.; Meeting Room A “A Tree Grows in Brooklyn” by Betty Smith Wednesday, Nov. 25; 1 p.m.; Meeting Room C

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Local Event: Friends Book Discussion Group at OLPL

Friends Book Discussion Group at OLPL

“The Personal Librarian” by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray Wednesday, Sept. 23; 1 p.m.; Meeting Room C “All the...

Wednesdays, Sept. 23, Oct. 14 &amp; Nov. 11; 2-3 p.m.
Explore advanced layout and paragraph settings like spacing, columns and bulleted lists.
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Local Event: Word Advanced at OLPL

Word Advanced at OLPL

Wednesdays, Sept. 23, Oct. 14 & Nov. 11; 2-3 p.m.
Explore advanced layout and paragraph settings like spacing, columns and...

Wednesdays; 6-8 p.m. Join us each week to watch a feature film, with popcorn! Details on the online event calendar.<a href="https://www.olpl.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Visit our website at www.olpl.org</a> and <a href="https://www.olpl.org/events/month" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">view our online event calendar</a>.

Local Event: Teen Movie Night at OLPL

Teen Movie Night at OLPL

Wednesdays; 6-8 p.m. Join us each week to watch a feature film, with popcorn! Details on the online event calendar.Visit our...

Thursday, Sept. 23; 10-11:30 a.m. Become digitally literate at your own pace! Staff will register you for a Northstar account and show you how to access online lessons to develop your skills.<a href="https://www.olpl.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Visit our website at www.olpl.org</a> and <a href="https://www.olpl.org/events/month" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">view our online event calendar</a>.

Local Event: Northstar Digital Literacy at OLPL

Northstar Digital Literacy at OLPL

Thursday, Sept. 23; 10-11:30 a.m. Become digitally literate at your own pace! Staff will register you for a Northstar account...

Wednesdays, Sept. 16, Oct. 21 &amp; Nov. 11 Thursdays, Sept. 24, Oct. 29 &amp; Nov. 19 1-2 p.m.; Meeting Rooms A/BPlease 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. Registration is not required but classes will be limited to the first 25 participants. This program is funded by the AgeOptions Library CARES ARPA grant. Attendees participate at their own risk.<a href="https://www.olpl.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Visit our website at www.olpl.org</a> and <a href="https://www.olpl.org/events/month" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">view our online event calendar</a>.

Local Event: Yoga for Adults 60 and Over at OLPL

Yoga for Adults 60 and Over at OLPL

Wednesdays, Sept. 16, Oct. 21 & Nov. 11 Thursdays, Sept. 24, Oct. 29 & Nov. 19 1-2 p.m.; Meeting Rooms A/BPlease join Gail...

Thursdays, Sept. 24 &amp; Nov. 19; 2-3 p.m. Take DIY to the next level with free software Cricut Design Space.<a href="https://www.olpl.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Visit our website at www.olpl.org</a> and <a href="https://www.olpl.org/events/month" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">view our online event calendar</a>.

Local Event: Cricut Design Space at OLPL

Cricut Design Space at OLPL

Thursdays, Sept. 24 & Nov. 19; 2-3 p.m. Take DIY to the next level with free software Cricut Design Space.Visit our website at...

Lorraine Swanson

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Evergreen Park

Alsip-Crestwood

Chicago

Beverly-MtGreenwood

Palos

South Side

Lauren Traut

Oak Forest

David Giuliani

La Grange

DuPage County

Burr Ridge

Orland Park

Western Springs

Countryside Banquets & Conference Center - 6200 Joliet Rd, Countryside, IL, 60525 

SUNDAY Sept 20th - Chicagoland Record &amp; CD Collectibles 228th Show
This show is in it's 36th year and this Sunday will be #228!&nbsp; A HUGE thank you to Jim for making this such an amazing show for vendors and attendees! 
As of latest count there will be 78 vendors &amp; 122 tables - something for everyone!
Whether you're looking for Vinyl/CDs/45s/LPs or other music collectibles this is a great show!
Facebook link above for more info.&nbsp; &nbsp;NOTE:&nbsp;dealers will check facebook page often so feel free to post items you are looking for… or just show up and enjoy the hunt!!
Radio Ruta will be spinning vinyl from 9am-3pm
Show regular hours:&nbsp; 9am - 4pm admission $5
Early bird hours:&nbsp; 7am start admission $15

Local Event: This Sunday - Chicagoland Record & CD Collectors Show

This Sunday - Chicagoland Record & CD...

SUNDAY Sept 20th - Chicagoland Record & CD Collectibles 228th Show
This show is in it's 36th year and this Sunday will be...

This Sunday - Chicagoland Record & CD Collectors Show

Crystal Tree Golf and Country Club

☀️ YOUR CHANCE AT $10,000 STARTS HERE! 💰
Join Park Lawn for the Summer Blast Grand Raffle and take your shot at one of THREE cash prizes totaling $17,500!
🏆 1st Prize — $10,000 💵 2nd Prize — $5,000 🎉 3rd Prize — $2,500
🎟️ CHOOSE YOUR CHANCES:
☀️ 5 chances — $20 ☀️ 12 chances — $48 🔥 35 chances — $100 — BEST VALUE!
Every purchase supports Park Lawn and our mission of helping people with disabilities thrive. 💙
📅 DRAWING Monday, September 21, 2026 ⏰ 6 p.m.
The winning tickets will be drawn live during Park Lawn’s Day in the Sun Golf Outing at Silver Lake Country Club.
📱 Can’t be there? Watch the drawing LIVE on Park Lawn’s Facebook page!
🎟️ GET YOUR CHANCES: <a href="https://secure.qgiv.com/for/parklawnassociation/event/parklawnsummerblastraffle/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://secure.qgiv.com/for/parklawnassociation/event/parklawnsummerblastraffle/</a>
You do not need to be present to win.
☀️ Someone is going to win $10,000. Why not you?
#WeAreParkLawn #SummerBlast #GrandRaffle

Local Event: Park Lawn Summer Blast Grand Raffle – Win $10,000!

Park Lawn Summer Blast Grand Raffle – Win $10,000!

☀️ YOUR CHANCE AT $10,000 STARTS HERE! 💰
Join Park Lawn for the Summer Blast Grand Raffle and take your shot at one of THREE...

Capri Italian Restaurant

you are invited to meet Bob Fioretti, you’re candidate for Attorney General of Illinois.&nbsp; join us at&nbsp;Capri Italian Restaurant for appetizers and a drink. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;12307 S. Harlem Ave., Palos Heights.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Wednesday, September 23rd&nbsp;5:30-7:30&nbsp;General tickets start at $50 each &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Please register on the QR code &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; or at www.BobforIllinois.com. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;or Kelly 773-828-9696

Local Event: Fioretti For Illinois Attorney General

Fioretti For Illinois Attorney General

you are invited to meet Bob Fioretti, you’re candidate for Attorney General of Illinois.  join us at Capri Italian Restaurant...

Elim Christian Services

You don't have to be Dutch to love the Dutch Fest!
Join us on September 26th for a fun day with live entertainment, a farmer's market, shopping at the iconic Dutch Village, and delicious Dutch food.
Our Pancake Breakfast starts at 7:30 am, and the Dutch Village opens at 8 am.
Admission, parking, and shuttle services are free.
All proceeds from Dutch Fest go to support Elim's mission: equipping people with disabilities to thrive at Elim and beyond.
For more information, please visit <a href="https://www.elimcs.org/dutch-festival" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">elimcs.org/dutch-festival</a>

Local Event: 30th Annual Dutch Festival

30th Annual Dutch Festival

You don't have to be Dutch to love the Dutch Fest!
Join us on September 26th for a fun day with live entertainment, a farmer's...

Temple of Promise Apostolic Church

Come join us for a special evening of family, fellowship, fun, and faith as Temple of Promise Church and First United Methodist Church come together for “Movie Night Under the Stars!” Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and family and enjoy a movie under the open sky, along with free hot dogs, popcorn, and soda! It’s a night for the whole community to come together, connect, laugh, and enjoy one another. Two Churches. One Mission. Winning Souls for Christ! We can’t wait to see you there! 🍿🌭🎥✨

Local Event: Movie Night Under the Stars

Movie Night Under the Stars

Come join us for a special evening of family, fellowship, fun, and faith as Temple of Promise Church and First United Methodist...

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