Oak Lawn Public Library

Birth to 2 years and expecting parents Monday, Oct. 5; 9:30-11 a.m. Parents of babies or expecting moms, have questions about breastfeeding or other health concerns? Drop in and talk to a lactation specialist or a pediatrician from Advocate Children’s Hospital. Socialize, play, and have a cup of coffee with other families as you wait!<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: Baby Play and Learn: Lactation Specialist and Pediatrician at OLPL

Cook County

Oak Lawn

Illinois

Baby Play and Learn: Lactation Specialist and...

Birth to 2 years and expecting parents Monday, Oct. 5; 9:30-11 a.m. Parents of babies or expecting moms, have questions about...

Baby Play and Learn: Lactation Specialist and Pediatrician at OLPL

Ages 2-3 Monday, Oct. 5; 9:30-10 a.m. We’ll stamp tempera spiders and enjoy spidery songs and stories! Dress for a mess.(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: Messy Art: Spooky Spiders (T) at OLPL

Messy Art: Spooky Spiders (T) at OLPL

Ages 2-3 Monday, Oct. 5; 9:30-10 a.m. We’ll stamp tempera spiders and enjoy spidery songs and stories! Dress for a mess.(T)...

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, 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. 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....

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. 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

Tuesdays, Sept. 1, Oct. 6 &amp; Nov. 3; 4-5 p.m.
This event is mandatory for future service hour opportunities with the Library. During this event&nbsp;we will go over volunteer expectations and tutorials for tools and tasks you may be performing. You do get service hours for the orientation.
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Local Event: Teen Volunteer Orientation at OLPL

Teen Volunteer Orientation at OLPL

Tuesdays, Sept. 1, Oct. 6 & Nov. 3; 4-5 p.m.
This event is mandatory for future service hour opportunities with the Library....

Tuesday, Oct. 6; 6:30-7:30 p.m. Find your center and unwind with a guided meditation program led by Danielle Vaquer, LMFT, from Oak Lawn’s Center for Psychological Services.<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: Guided Meditation at OLPL

Guided Meditation at OLPL

Tuesday, Oct. 6; 6:30-7:30 p.m. Find your center and unwind with a guided meditation program led by Danielle Vaquer, LMFT, from...

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. 2, Oct. 7 &amp; Nov. 4; 11 a.m.-noon Bring in your phone to learn how to call, text, download apps, and take and share pictures.<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: Smartphone Basics at OLPL

Smartphone Basics at OLPL

Wednesdays, Sept. 2, Oct. 7 & Nov. 4; 11 a.m.-noon Bring in your phone to learn how to call, text, download apps, and take and...

Wednesday, Oct. 7; 2-3 p.m.; Encore Room Did you know that a healthy diet and exercise benefit both the body and the brain? In this session, many lifestyle factors that contribute to brain health will be discussed. Molly Hofer is a family life educator with the University of Illinois Extension, where she is responsible for providing educational leadership for family life issues related to adult life and aging.<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: Head Strong (R) at OLPL

Head Strong (R) at OLPL

Wednesday, Oct. 7; 2-3 p.m.; Encore Room Did you know that a healthy diet and exercise benefit both the body and the brain? In...

Wednesday, Oct. 7; 4-6 p.m.
Craft a gothic book nook to decorate your shelf this Halloween season.
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Local Event: Teen Dracula Book Nook at OLPL

Teen Dracula Book Nook at OLPL

Wednesday, Oct. 7; 4-6 p.m.
Craft a gothic book nook to decorate your shelf this Halloween season.
Visit our website at...

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...

7 p.m.; Study Room 1 
“Black Destroyer” by A.E. van Vogt Wednesday, Sept. 2
“Survey Team” by Philip K. Dick Wednesday, Oct. 7
“The Sea Raiders” by H.G. Wells Wednesday, Nov. 4
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Local Event: Exploring the Outer Limits (Sci-Fi Short Stories) at OLPL

Exploring the Outer Limits (Sci-Fi Short...

7 p.m.; Study Room 1 
“Black Destroyer” by A.E. van Vogt Wednesday, Sept. 2
“Survey Team” by Philip K. Dick Wednesday, Oct....

Exploring the Outer Limits (Sci-Fi Short Stories) at OLPL

Thursdays, Sept. 3 &amp; Oct. 8; 11 a.m.-noon Tuesday, Nov. 17; 2-3 p.m. Can you spot a scam? Learn best practices for staying safe online.<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: Internet Safety at OLPL

Internet Safety at OLPL

Thursdays, Sept. 3 & Oct. 8; 11 a.m.-noon Tuesday, Nov. 17; 2-3 p.m. Can you spot a scam? Learn best practices for staying safe...

Ages 6-10 Thursday, Oct. 8; 4:30-5:15 p.m. Hang out with us as we celebrate bats with games and a craft!(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: Bat-tastic Party (T) at OLPL

Bat-tastic Party (T) at OLPL

Ages 6-10 Thursday, Oct. 8; 4:30-5:15 p.m. Hang out with us as we celebrate bats with games and a craft!(T) Admission tickets...

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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Baby Play and Learn: Lactation Specialist and Pediatrician at OLPL

OCT

5

9:30 AM

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

Messy Art: Spooky Spiders (T) at OLPL

OCT

5

9:30 AM

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

English Together at OLPL

OCT

5

10:00 AM

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

Tech Help at OLPL

OCT

5

1:00 PM

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

Knit & Stitch at OLPL

OCT

5

6:30 PM

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

Baby Lapsit (T) at OLPL

OCT

6

9:30 AM

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

Cozy Morning Bingo (R) at OLPL

OCT

6

10:00 AM

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

Preschool Storytime (T) at OLPL

OCT

6

10:15 AM

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

Founding Families of Oak Lawn Exhibit Guided Tour at OLPL

OCT

6

1:00 PM

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

Teen Volunteer Orientation at OLPL

OCT

6

4:00 PM

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

Guided Meditation at OLPL

OCT

6

6:30 PM

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

Toddler Storytime (T) at OLPL

OCT

7

9:30 AM

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

Smartphone Basics at OLPL

OCT

7

11:00 AM

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

Head Strong (R) at OLPL

OCT

7

2:00 PM

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

Teen Dracula Book Nook at OLPL

OCT

7

4:00 PM

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

Teen Movie Night at OLPL