Oak Lawn Public Library

Thursday, Oct. 22; 6:30 p.m.Create your own "witch's bells" to take home while learning its history. Explore a few simple, protective rituals and symbolic spells inspired by folk traditions. Registration opens two weeks in advance.<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: Witchy Workshop (R) at OLPL

Cook County

Oak Lawn

Illinois

Witchy Workshop (R) at OLPL

Thursday, Oct. 22; 6:30 p.m.Create your own "witch's bells" to take home while learning its history. Explore a few simple,...

Friday, Oct. 23; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Encore Room Arden Courts is proud to offer the Alzheimer's Foundation of America's National Memory Screening, a series of questions and tasks gauging memory, language and thinking skills. Screenings are scheduled at 30-minute intervals and last just 5-10 minutes. Results are not a diagnosis, but someone scoring below the normal threshold may want to receive a full evaluation with a clinician. A person could be experiencing memory issues for a number of reasons. (R) To schedule a free, confidential memory screening, please contact Zac Frazier at 708-422-4990 ext. 505.<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: National Memory Screenings (R) at OLPL

National Memory Screenings (R) at OLPL

Friday, Oct. 23; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Encore Room Arden Courts is proud to offer the Alzheimer's Foundation of America's National...

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

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...

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...

Ages 7 and up Tuesdays, Sept. 29, Oct. 27 &amp; Nov. 24; 4:30-5:30 p.m. Meet other trainers, trade and battle with your cards, and have fun!<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: Pokémon Kids Club at OLPL

Pokémon Kids Club at OLPL

Ages 7 and up Tuesdays, Sept. 29, Oct. 27 & Nov. 24; 4:30-5:30 p.m. Meet other trainers, trade and battle with your cards, and...

Wednesdays, Sept. 30, Oct. 28 &amp; Nov. 18; 11 a.m.-noon
Learn how to create formulas and enter data into spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel.
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Local Event: Excel Basics at OLPL

Excel Basics at OLPL

Wednesdays, Sept. 30, Oct. 28 & Nov. 18; 11 a.m.-noon
Learn how to create formulas and enter data into spreadsheets in...

Wednesdays, Sept. 30, Oct. 28 &amp; Nov. 18; 2-3 p.m.
Practice using common formulas and equations. Requires basic computer skills.
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Local Event: Excel Advanced at OLPL

Excel Advanced at OLPL

Wednesdays, Sept. 30, Oct. 28 & Nov. 18; 2-3 p.m.
Practice using common formulas and equations. Requires basic computer...

Wednesday, Oct. 28; 6:30-7:30 p.m.; Encore Room Many Medicare enrollees don’t realize that plan and drug prices can change substantially from year to year. A Pathlights SHIP counselor provides an unbiased explanation of prescription drug plan options for those approaching Medicare, current enrollees and caregivers of enrollees.<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: Are You Ready for Medicare D Open Enrollment? (R) at OLPL

Are You Ready for Medicare D Open Enrollment?...

Wednesday, Oct. 28; 6:30-7:30 p.m.; Encore Room Many Medicare enrollees don’t realize that plan and drug prices can change...

Are You Ready for Medicare D Open Enrollment? (R) at OLPL

Tuesdays, Sept. 1, Oct. 6 &amp; Nov. 3; 10-11 a.m.; Encore RoomBingo lovers, this one is for you! Join us our fall Bingo series. This program is sponsored by Jenny's Steak and Banquets at 11041 Menard Ave., Chicago Ridge, IL 60415. Light refreshments will be served. Funds for this program were provided by AgeOptions. Contact Samantha Prado, customer services associate, at sprado@olpl.org or 708-422-4990 ext. 508 with questions.<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: Cozy Morning Bingo (R) at OLPL

Cozy Morning Bingo (R) at OLPL

Tuesdays, Sept. 1, Oct. 6 & Nov. 3; 10-11 a.m.; Encore RoomBingo lovers, this one is for you! Join us our fall Bingo series....

Tuesdays, Sept. 1, Oct. 6 &amp; Nov. 3; 1-2 p.m.; Local History RoomJoin Local History Librarian Tom Javorcic for a guided tour of the exhibit "Founding Families of Oak Lawn."<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: Founding Families of Oak Lawn Exhibit Guided Tour at OLPL

Founding Families of Oak Lawn Exhibit Guided...

Tuesdays, Sept. 1, Oct. 6 & Nov. 3; 1-2 p.m.; Local History RoomJoin Local History Librarian Tom Javorcic for a guided tour of...

Founding Families of Oak Lawn Exhibit Guided Tour at OLPL

Tuesday, Nov. 3; 6:30-7:30 p.m. Oak Lawn garage rock band, Silver Dollar, jams with rock, punk and ‘60s inspired covers of bands like the Ramones, the Rolling Stones and the Who, plus energetic originals. Head banging is permitted, but no mosh pits at the Library.
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Local Event: Punk Show at the Library

Punk Show at the Library

Tuesday, Nov. 3; 6:30-7:30 p.m. Oak Lawn garage rock band, Silver Dollar, jams with rock, punk and ‘60s inspired covers of...

Wednesday, Nov. 4; 6:30-7:30 p.m.; Encore Room Licensed local educator Anthony Perrino gives clear, easy-to-follow guidance for anyone preparing to make Medicare decisions. Learn how and when to enroll in Medicare, key differences between Medicare Supplement and Medicare Advantage plans, what to expect from prescription coverage (Part D), and how employer insurance works after turning 65.<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: Turning 65: Your Medicare Enrollment Guide (R) at OLPL

Turning 65: Your Medicare Enrollment Guide (R)...

Wednesday, Nov. 4; 6:30-7:30 p.m.; Encore Room Licensed local educator Anthony Perrino gives clear, easy-to-follow guidance for...

Turning 65: Your Medicare Enrollment Guide (R) at OLPL

Wednesday, Oct. 14 &amp; Thursday, Nov. 5; 10-11:30 a.m.; Encore Room
Fans of our Byte-sized Bowling program should come take a swing at virtual tennis! Using only the movement of an arm, team up for two-on-two games of active, accessible and satisfying tennis on our Nintendo Switch consoles. Maximum of 16 participants. For any questions, please contact Zac Frazier, customer services associate, at zfrazier@olpl.org or 708-422-4990 ext. 505.<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: Byte-sized Tennis (R) at OLPL

Byte-sized Tennis (R) at OLPL

Wednesday, Oct. 14 & Thursday, Nov. 5; 10-11:30 a.m.; Encore Room
Fans of our Byte-sized Bowling program should come take a...

Wednesday, Sept. 16; 11 a.m.-noon Thursday, Nov. 5; 2-3 p.m. Make slides, use templates, insert images into your slideshow, and more.<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: PowerPoint Basics at OLPL

PowerPoint Basics at OLPL

Wednesday, Sept. 16; 11 a.m.-noon Thursday, Nov. 5; 2-3 p.m. Make slides, use templates, insert images into your slideshow, and...

“Rear Window” (1954, PG, 112 minutes) Friday, Sept. 4; 3-5 p.m. A bored photographer recovering from a broken leg passes the time by watching his neighbors and begins to suspect one of them of murder. “The Wrong Man” (1956, Approved, 105 minutes) Friday, Oct. 2; 3-5 p.m. An innocent man is arrested after being mistaken for an armed robber. “Dial M for Murder” (1954, PG, 105 minutes) Friday, Nov. 6; 3-5 p.m. A playboy plots the perfect murder of his rich, unfaithful wife.<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: Friday Classic Flix: “Dial M for Murder” (1954, PG, 105 minutes)

Friday Classic Flix: “Dial M for Murder” (1954,...

“Rear Window” (1954, PG, 112 minutes) Friday, Sept. 4; 3-5 p.m. A bored photographer recovering from a broken leg passes the...

Friday Classic Flix: “Dial M for Murder” (1954, PG, 105 minutes)

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

Soundgrowler Brewing Co.

Calling all comic fans, gamers, collectors, cosplayers, and pop culture lovers!
Join us Saturday, August 22, from 12pm to 5pm for the fifth annual Comics, Action Figures, Cosplay &amp; More Market at Soundgrowler Brewing Co. in Tinley Park. This free, family-friendly event brings together more than 40 artists, makers, collectors, comic vendors, creators, and small businesses for an afternoon filled with unique finds, great food, craft beer, and plenty of pop culture fun.
Whether you're hunting for comics, action figures, trading cards, video game collectibles, original artwork, handcrafted gaming accessories, pop culture merchandise, or one-of-a-kind creations from local artists, you'll find something worth taking home. We continue to expand the variety each year, making this one of our most unique specialty markets.
We will also be hosting a cosplay contest kicking off at 4pm! Come dressed as your favorite character and show off your cosplay. Prizes will be awarded to the top three contestants. Whether your costume is elaborate, handmade, hilarious, or simply one of your favorites, we want to see it! Sign-Up Sheet will be at Jen Watson Art's space.
Cosplayers are absolutely welcome throughout the entire event, even if you don't participate in the contest.
Soundgrowler Brewing Co. will be serving their outstanding craft beer, tacos, and a modified food menu throughout the day, making it the perfect place to spend a Saturday shopping local, supporting small businesses, and enjoying the pop culture community.
Where: Soundgrowler Brewing Co., 8201 183rd St., Suite P, Tinley Park, IL 60487 When: Saturday, August 22, 2026, from 12pm to 5pm Cosplay Contest: 4pmArtist List: 13th Moon Games Back Issue Bin 73 Beardo Comics Belonio Doodles Blacky Cat Creations CK Creative Crow &amp; Moon Enchantments Cubed Dimensions Printing Face Painting by Jules FeFe’s pickles and peppers Gigawatt Coffee Gridiron Vault I Just Wet My Plants Jeannine’s Jems Jeff's Twisted Metal Jen Watson Art Jetibles Jonathan Grimm Art La Rosa Escobedo Luna’s Loops Masterclass Savory Sweet Foods Melanie Klegerman Fersko - Artist and Author Nijma's Art OsitoDraws Penguino Productions Primtentions PunkNComix Rogue Relics Sara A. Noë, Author &amp; Artist SharonAble Crafts Sinistar Inc. Skulls &amp; Sketches Southside Comic book Show Sunbeam Air Plants Ten Cups Tarot the crooked workbench Video Voe Wylde Mountain Thyme +more to be announced
Admission is free, all ages are welcome, and the event will be held rain or shine both inside the taproom and outside in the beer garden. Pets are welcome in the beer garden, while service animals are welcome inside the taproom.
Be sure to follow the event page as artist, guest, creator, and vendor spotlights will be posted leading up to the market. We look forward to seeing you for another great day of comics, gaming, collectibles, cosplay, craft beer, and supporting local artists.

Local Event: Comics, Action Figures, Cosplay & More Market

Tinley Park

Comics, Action Figures, Cosplay & More Market

Calling all comic fans, gamers, collectors, cosplayers, and pop culture lovers!
Join us Saturday, August 22, from 12pm to 5pm...

Kitties For Keeps Rescue Adoption Event and Donation DriveSaturday - August 22 - 1PM&nbsp;to 4PMWe will have some of our available Cats and Kittens for adoption, fundraising pet themed Jewelry, and gladly accepting donations of kitten food, clumping litter.&nbsp; &nbsp;We hope to see you.&nbsp; &nbsp;You could meet your newest family member.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Local Event: Kitties For Keeps Rescue Adoption Event and Donation Drive

Kitties For Keeps Rescue Adoption Event and...

Kitties For Keeps Rescue Adoption Event and Donation DriveSaturday - August 22 - 1PM to 4PMWe will have some of our available...

Kitties For Keeps Rescue Adoption Event and Donation Drive

Rate Field

⚾ Celebrate Inclusion. Celebrate Community. Celebrate Ability.
Join us for the 7th Annual Developmental Disability Awareness Night as the Chicago White Sox take on the Texas Rangers on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at Rate Field.
Whether you're an individual with a developmental disability, a family member, caregiver, direct support professional, educator, advocate, service provider, community organization, or simply someone who believes in inclusion, this special evening is for you.
Help fill Rate Field with supporters from across the land as we celebrate the incredible talents, achievements, and contributions of people with developmental disabilities while cheering on the White Sox.
<h3>Your Special Event Ticket Includes:</h3>
🎽 Exclusive 2026 Developmental Disability Awareness Night commemorative T-shirt (while supplies last)
🚶 Participation in the Pre-game Parade
🎟️ Automatic entry into a drawing for exclusive on-field experiences, including:
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⚾ First Pitch
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⚾ Game Ball Delivery
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📣 Play Ball Announcement
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🎤 National Anthem (pending White Sox approval)
</li>
</ul>
Join thousands of supporters at Rate Field and millions watching from home as we shine a spotlight on inclusion and demonstrate that everyone belongs.
🎟️ Purchase Tickets: 
<a target="_blank" href="https://www.gofevo.com/event/2026DDAN1" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.gofevo.com/event/2026DDAN1</a>
<h3>Group Orders</h3>
Organizations purchasing 25 or more tickets are encouraged to contact Sara Larsen, White Sox Account Executive, to place a bulk order and avoid online service fees.
📞 312-674-5465 
📧 <a href="https://null" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">slarsen@chisox.com</a>
For additional information, contact Mark Dynia, Intersect for Ability Co-Chair &amp; Park Lawn Marketing &amp; Community Relations Manager, at <a href="https://null" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">mdynia@parklawn.com</a>.
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<h2>Location</h2>
Rate Field 
333 W. 35th Street 
Chicago, IL 60616
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<h2>Date &amp; Time</h2>
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
6:40 PM – 10:00 PM CDT

Local Event: 7th Annual Developmental Disability Awareness Night with the Chicago White Sox

7th Annual Developmental Disability Awareness...

⚾ Celebrate Inclusion. Celebrate Community. Celebrate Ability.
Join us for the 7th Annual Developmental Disability Awareness...

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Excel Advanced at OLPL

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Are You Ready for Medicare D Open Enrollment? (R) at OLPL

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Tech Help at OLPL

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Cozy Morning Bingo (R) at OLPL

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