Oak Lawn Public Library

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

Cook County

Oak Lawn

Illinois

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...

Wednesdays, Sept. 16, Oct. 21 &amp; Nov. 11; 11 a.m.-noon; Encore RoomGail Morales helps beginners strengthen, stretch, focus, tap into their breath and feel better with chair yoga. Performing yoga with a chair can provide support and protect against falls and injury. Patrons are encouraged to listen to their bodies and move accordingly. Seating is limited. Funded by the AgeOptions Library CARES ARPA&nbsp;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: Chair Yoga at OLPL

Chair Yoga at OLPL

Wednesdays, Sept. 16, Oct. 21 & Nov. 11; 11 a.m.-noon; Encore RoomGail Morales helps beginners strengthen, stretch, focus, tap...

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...

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, Sept. 9, Oct. 14 &amp; Nov. 11; 2:30-3:30 p.m.; Encore Room Learn with Advocate in a space for individuals with diabetes to connect, share experiences and receive support in managing their condition. Meetings can provide emotional support, benefit overall well-being, improve A1C levels and bring valuable insights into diabetes management and comprehensive care. Please walk in.<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: Advocate Diabetes Support Group at OLPL

Advocate Diabetes Support Group at OLPL

Wednesdays, Sept. 9, Oct. 14 & Nov. 11; 2:30-3:30 p.m.; Encore Room Learn with Advocate in a space for individuals with...

Wednesday, Nov. 11; 5-8:30 p.m.
Duos will compete in a fast-paced board game tournament featuring various classics. The last team standing will be crowned champions! Must register in teams of two.<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: Board Game Battle Royale (R) at OLPL

Board Game Battle Royale (R) at OLPL

Wednesday, Nov. 11; 5-8:30 p.m.
Duos will compete in a fast-paced board game tournament featuring various classics. The last...

Ages 5 and up Try your luck and win prizes every month! 
Reading Dragons BINGO (T) Tuesday, Sept. 15; 6:30-7:30 p.m. Spooky BINGO (T) Tuesday, Oct. 20; 6:30-7:30 p.m. Book Character BINGO (T) Wednesday, Nov. 11; 6:30-7:30 p.m.(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: BINGO Nights: Book Character BINGO (T) at OLPL

BINGO Nights: Book Character BINGO (T) at OLPL

Ages 5 and up Try your luck and win prizes every month! 
Reading Dragons BINGO (T) Tuesday, Sept. 15; 6:30-7:30 p.m.  Spooky...

Tuesday, Oct. 13 &amp; Thursday, Nov. 12; 2-3 p.m. Try Tinkercad, a free 3D modeling web program used to create and find 3D print designs.<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: 3D Printing Basics at OLPL

3D Printing Basics at OLPL

Tuesday, Oct. 13 & Thursday, Nov. 12; 2-3 p.m. Try Tinkercad, a free 3D modeling web program used to create and find 3D print...

Thursdays, Sept. 10, Oct. 8 &amp; Nov. 12; 6:30-7:30 p.m.; Encore Room Family members, friends and caregivers can share feelings and thoughts with people experiencing similar things. Facilitated by Mary Murphy, RN, BSN, CDP (Certified Dementia Practitioner) of Hibernian Home Care. Drop-ins 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: Alzheimer’s & Dementia Support Group at OLPL

Alzheimer’s & Dementia Support Group at OLPL

Thursdays, Sept. 10, Oct. 8 & Nov. 12; 6:30-7:30 p.m.; Encore Room Family members, friends and caregivers can share feelings...

Ages 2-5 with an adult Fridays, Sept. 18, Oct. 9 &amp; Nov. 13 Mondays, Oct. 26 &amp; Nov. 23 9:30-10 a.m.
Dance, jump and shake your sillies out with fun songs and props!
(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: Movin’ and Groovin’ (T) at OLPL

Movin’ and Groovin’ (T) at OLPL

Ages 2-5 with an adult Fridays, Sept. 18, Oct. 9 & Nov. 13 Mondays, Oct. 26 & Nov. 23 9:30-10 a.m.
Dance, jump and shake your...

Friday, Nov. 13; 3-4 p.m. Got CDs gathering dust or records you no longer spin? Bring gently used CDs or vinyl records to trade with fellow music lovers and refresh your collection. You may even find your next favorite album.<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: Music Swap at OLPL

Music Swap at OLPL

Friday, Nov. 13; 3-4 p.m. Got CDs gathering dust or records you no longer spin? Bring gently used CDs or vinyl records to trade...

Saturday, Nov. 14; 11-11:45 a.m.

Hear ye, hear ye! Calling all princesses, princes, knights and jesters! Join us for a royally fun time reading stories, playing royal games and making royal crafts! Dressing up is encouraged.(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: A Royal Party (T) at OLPL

A Royal Party (T) at OLPL

Saturday, Nov. 14; 11-11:45 a.m.

Hear ye, hear ye! Calling all princesses, princes, knights and jesters! Join us for a royally...

Saturday, Nov. 14; 1-2 p.m.
These programs have been designed to provide a welcoming, friendly environment for children with disabilities.
Hear ye, hear ye! Calling all princesses, princes, knights and jesters! Join us for a royally fun time reading stories, playing royal games and making royal crafts! Dressing up is encouraged.
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Local Event: Disability Supported Youth Programs: A Royal Party at OLPL

Disability Supported Youth Programs: A Royal...

Saturday, Nov. 14; 1-2 p.m.
These programs have been designed to provide a welcoming, friendly environment for children with...

Disability Supported Youth Programs: A Royal Party at OLPL

Saturday, Nov. 14; 1-2:30 p.m.
The Library has more than large print books available for those losing vision. Learn about accessibility tools for eBooks, talking books, magnification and organizations for people with sight impairments.
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Local Event: Low Vision Library Resources at OLPL

Low Vision Library Resources at OLPL

Saturday, Nov. 14; 1-2:30 p.m.
The Library has more than large print books available for those losing vision. Learn about...

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...

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: Wildlife Friendly Landscaping Practices at OLPL

Seeds and Stories: Wildlife Friendly...

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....

Seeds and Stories: Wildlife Friendly Landscaping Practices at OLPL

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...

Tuesday, Sept. 8: Cozy Caps; 10-11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 15: Byte-sized Bowling; 10-11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 13: Paint Your Own Pumpkin; 10-11 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 20: Leaf It to Us! Fall Greeting Cards for Senior Residents; 10-11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 10: Karaoke Singalong; 10-11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17: Wooden Signs (The Thanksgiving Touch); 10-11 a.m. Encore Room
Spend the morning with us at this older adult social hour, featuring games and crafts. This program is funded by AgeOptions. Contact Samantha Prado, customer services associate, at sprado@olpl.org or 708-422-4990 ext. 508 with questions. The program on Tuesday, Oct. 13 is sponsored by Home Depot at 300 Commons Drive, Chicago Ridge, IL 60415 and Home Depot at 4060 W. 95th St., Oak Lawn, IL 60453.<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: Who’s Got Game: Wooden Signs (The Thanksgiving Touch) (R) at OLPL

Who’s Got Game: Wooden Signs (The Thanksgiving...

Tuesday, Sept. 8: Cozy Caps; 10-11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 15: Byte-sized Bowling; 10-11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 13: Paint Your Own...

Who’s Got Game: Wooden Signs (The Thanksgiving Touch) (R) at OLPL

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

Alsip-Merrionette Park Library

Who says book fairs are just for kids? Join us and relive the magic of the school book fair! Shop books from local bookstores like Love's Sweet Arrow, Amazing Fantasy Books and Comics, Salty Books and Beans, and Beyond the Book! Plus, you can browse creations from local artists. Light refreshments will be served. Must be ages 21+ to attend. Come shop, browse and rediscover your love of the book fair!

Local Event: Book Fair for Adults

Book Fair for Adults

Who says book fairs are just for kids? Join us and relive the magic of the school book fair! Shop books from local bookstores...

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Toddler Storytime (T) at OLPL

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9:30 AM

Oak Lawn Public Library, 9427 Raymond Ave, Oak Lawn, IL

Word Basics at OLPL

NOV

11

11:00 AM

Oak Lawn Public Library, 9427 Raymond Ave, Oak Lawn, IL

Chair Yoga at OLPL

NOV

11

11:00 AM

Oak Lawn Public Library, 9427 Raymond Ave, Oak Lawn, IL

Yoga for Adults 60 and Over at OLPL

NOV

11

1:00 PM

Oak Lawn Public Library, 9427 Raymond Ave, Oak Lawn, IL

Word Advanced at OLPL

NOV

11

2:00 PM

Oak Lawn Public Library, 9427 Raymond Ave, Oak Lawn, IL

Advocate Diabetes Support Group at OLPL

NOV

11

2:30 PM

Oak Lawn Public Library, 9427 Raymond Ave, Oak Lawn, IL

Board Game Battle Royale (R) at OLPL

NOV

11

5:00 PM

Oak Lawn Public Library, 9427 Raymond Ave, Oak Lawn, IL

BINGO Nights: Book Character BINGO (T) at OLPL

NOV

11

6:30 PM

Oak Lawn Public Library, 9427 Raymond Ave, Oak Lawn, IL

Toddler Storytime (T) at OLPL

NOV

12

9:30 AM

Oak Lawn Public Library, 9427 Raymond Ave, Oak Lawn, IL

3D Printing Basics at OLPL

NOV

12

3:00 PM

Oak Lawn Public Library, 9427 Raymond Ave, Oak Lawn, IL

Alzheimer’s & Dementia Support Group at OLPL

NOV

12

6:30 PM

Oak Lawn Public Library, 9427 Raymond Ave, Oak Lawn, IL

Movin’ and Groovin’ (T) at OLPL

NOV

13

9:30 AM

Oak Lawn Public Library, 9427 Raymond Ave, Oak Lawn, IL

Music Swap at OLPL

NOV

13

3:00 PM

Oak Lawn Public Library, 9427 Raymond Ave, Oak Lawn, IL

A Royal Party (T) at OLPL

NOV

14

11:00 AM

Oak Lawn Public Library, 9427 Raymond Ave, Oak Lawn, IL

Disability Supported Youth Programs: A Royal Party at OLPL

NOV

14

1:00 PM

Oak Lawn Public Library, 9427 Raymond Ave, Oak Lawn, IL

Low Vision Library Resources at OLPL