We will have video feed from NASA, hands-on activities and Ms. Emily will be Skyping in from the Shawnee National Forest where totality will occur. Hopefully there will be clear skies for viewing outdoors too. Ages 7 and up with adults.

Crochet Club - Adults & Teens of all skill levels are welcome. Second and Fourth Tuesday of the month in lower level meeting room C. Bring your hooks and yarn and any current project. Beginners bring an H hook and skein of yarn (any color). Visit the events calendar on www.olpl.org or visit the second floor Computer Center and ask for Patty. Donations appreciated- yarn, needles, and craft supplies

OLPL will be at the 2017 Oak Lawn Farmers' Market every Wednesday through September 27th

Different Topics each week - No sign-up required - NOT Hands on. This week's topic is: Better searches

Friends of the Library Book Discussions

"Gray Mountain" by John Grisham "The year is 2008 and Samantha Kofer's career at a huge Wall Street law firm is on the fast track -- until the recession hits and she is downsized, furloughed, and escorted out of the building. Samantha, though, is offered an opportunity to work at a legal aid clinic for one year without pay, all for a slim chance of getting rehired. In a matter of days Samantha moves from Manhattan to Brady, Virginia, population 2,200, in the heart of Appalachia, a part of the world she has only read about.

Meets the second and fourth Saturday morning of each month from 10 a.m. to Noon. Readings, critiques and writing exercises for a variety of interests - including novels, short stories, poetry and non-fiction. No fee or registration required

Meets the second and fourth Saturday morning of each month from 1-3 p.m. Readings, critiques and discussions of current trends in movies. No fee or registration required.