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Bison and her calf grazing in a pasture

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Bison or Buffalo?

Midewin Prairie Programs
2024-08-09 11:00:00 2024-08-09 11:45:00 America/Chicago Bison or Buffalo? Families: Learn about bison and see and touch a real bison pelt, skull, & horn cap! Presented by an expert from the Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie. Signup required for child attendees. Tinley Park Public Library - 1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Friday, August 09
11:00am - 11:45am

Add to Calendar 2024-08-09 11:00:00 2024-08-09 11:45:00 America/Chicago Bison or Buffalo? Families: Learn about bison and see and touch a real bison pelt, skull, & horn cap! Presented by an expert from the Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie. Signup required for child attendees. Tinley Park Public Library - 1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Tinley Park Public Library

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Families: Learn about bison and see and touch a real bison pelt, skull, & horn cap! Presented by an expert from the Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie. Signup required for child attendees.

Families: Did you know that the bison is our national animal? Learn what name to call these wild, strong, wooly creatures. See and touch a real bison pelt, skull, and horn cap! Hear them bellow and more! Presented by an expert from the Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie. Perfect for Pre-K through 5th grade, but families of all ages are welcome! Signup required. Please only register child participants, not accompanying adults. 

For more information on Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie visit:


https://midewin.oncell.com/

AGE GROUP: | Pre-K & Kindergarten | Families | Elementary School Age |

EVENT TYPE: | Science & Nature |

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Tinley Park Public Library
Phone: 708-532-0160
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The Tinley Park Public Library is subject to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Individuals who require an accommodation for a disability for any library presentation should contact the library at 708.532.0160, x3 or outreachservices@tplibrary.org at least ten working days before an event.

Upcoming events

Chair Fitness - Attend In Person
Mon, Jul 14, 10:00am - 10:45am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Have fun exercising while sitting in a chair! Led by instructor Karen Zegarlinski. Signup required for each in-person session. Signup for this session begins on June 15.
Digitize It: Photos and Slides
Mon, Jul 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn to digitize your photos and slides. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Chair Fitness - Attend Virtually
Mon, Jul 14, 10:00am - 10:45am
Have fun exercising while sitting in a chair! Led by instructor Karen Zegarlinski. This virtual event is part of a series. Signup registers you for all virtual sessions.
Register
Stories in the Park @ Lewis Park - Outdoor Event
Mon, Jul 14, 10:15am - 10:45am
Drop by for a 30-minute storytime on the lawn at Lewis Park starting at 10:15, and visit the Bookmobile between 10-11am. Storytime will be canceled in case of inclement weather. Drop-in event.
PowerPoint: Basics
Mon, Jul 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to create Microsoft PowerPoint slideshows with dynamic features to spice up your presentations. Signup required.
Greyt Readers
Mon, Jul 14, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades K-5: Readers practice their developing skills out loud to a greyhound dog for up to 15 minutes. Start times at 6:30 and 6:45 pm. Further details on library event calendar. Signup required.
This event is full
Greyt Readers
Mon, Jul 14, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades K-5: Readers practice their developing skills out loud to a greyhound dog for up to 15 minutes. Start times at 7 and 7:15 pm. Further details on library event calendar. Signup required.
This event is full
Greyt Readers
Mon, Jul 14, 7:30pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades K-5: Readers practice their developing skills out loud to a greyhound dog for up to 15 minutes. Start times at 7:30 and 7:45 pm. Further details on library event calendar. Signup required.
This event is full
Preschool Stories
Tue, Jul 15, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed to promote early literacy and fine motor skills for preschoolers. Drop-in event.
Deepfake: ChatGPT and AI
Tue, Jul 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn about Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology innovations and how AI can influence various aspects of our lives and industries. Signup required.
Mah Jongg Club
Tue, Jul 15, 11:00am - 1:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Players of all skill levels are welcome. An instructor will be on hand to teach those new to the game. No instructor available on July 1. Drop-in event.
Bouncing Babies
Tue, Jul 15, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.
Resume Tips and Tricks
Tue, Jul 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn techniques to help your resume get seen by a human. Signup required.
Teen Digital Art - Serious Pet Portraits
Tue, Jul 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Entering grades 6-12: Create a Victorian-style portrait of your pet or favorite animal using the ProCreate app and stylus on the library's iPads. Signup required.
This event is full
Toddler Tales
Wed, Jul 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs, and more. Drop-in event.
Digitize It: VHS Tapes
Wed, Jul 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn to digitize your VHS tapes. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Preschool Stories
Wed, Jul 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed to promote early literacy and fine motor skills for preschoolers. Drop-in event.
How to Read eNewspapers
Wed, Jul 16, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to remotely access the library's collection of eNewspapers on your favorite devices. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Readers Theater
Wed, Jul 16, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Entering Grades 4-5: Sign up for five classes of theater fun and acting games ending with an evening performance for family and friends. No lines to memorize. Signup required.
Registration is now closed
Stories in the Park @ Kelly Park - Outdoor Event
Wed, Jul 16, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Drop by for a 30-minute storytime on the lawn at Kelly Park starting at 6:30 pm, and visit the Bookmobile between 6:15-7:15 pm. Storytime will be canceled in case of inclement weather. Drop-in event.
Library Board of Trustees - Special Meeting
Wed, Jul 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Special meeting of the Library Board of Trustees
Readers Theater - Performance
Wed, Jul 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Friends and family of Readers Theater participants are invited to join us for this one time only live performance! Don't miss this chance to see the hard work our actors have put in.
Bouncing Babies
Thu, Jul 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.
Excel: Basics
Thu, Jul 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's spreadsheet application. Signup required.
Bookmobile Stops - Orland Hills
Thu, Jul 17, 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Visit the Bookmobile to check out books, movies and more! Pheasant Ridge/ Hunter Apartments 3:45-4:10 pm; Apartments of Orland 4:15-4:45 pm
Mermaid Tea Party
Thu, Jul 17, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Entering grades K-1: Join us for a tea party under the sea as we enjoy mermaid-inspired games, crafts, and a snack! Signup required.
This event is full
Out of the Ordinary Book Group - True Biz by Sara Novic
Thu, Jul 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Genre: Literary Fiction | Led by: Jenn | Drop-in event
Teen Volunteering - STEAMers at Work
Fri, Jul 18, 9:45am - 11:00am
Grades 6-12: Assist librarians with program setup and cleanup as well as helping participants with their STEAM activities.
This event is full
STEAMers at Work
Fri, Jul 18, 10:00am - 10:45am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 4-5 years with adult(s): Join us for play-based activities for our little scientists. Signup required.
This event is full
Fairy Tale Theatre Presents - Storybook Court: Full of Beans!
Fri, Jul 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
All Ages: In this courtroom comedy retelling of Jack and the Beanstalk, Jack is on trial for stealing from the Giant. Pick up tickets in person at the Youth & Teen Services Desk starting July 1.
Fairy Tale Theatre Presents - Storybook Court: Full of Beans!
Fri, Jul 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
All Ages: In this courtroom comedy retelling of Jack and the Beanstalk, Jack is on trial for stealing from the Giant. Pick up tickets in person at the Youth & Teen Services Desk starting July 1.
Bilingual Storytime - Spanish / English
Sat, Jul 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Enjoy stories and songs in both Spanish and English. Drop-in event. Disfruten de cuentos y canciones para niños en español e inglés. No es necesario registrarse.
Fairy Tale Theatre Presents - Storybook Court: Full of Beans!
Sat, Jul 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
All Ages: In this courtroom comedy retelling of Jack and the Beanstalk, Jack is on trial for stealing from the Giant. Pick up tickets in person at the Youth & Teen Services Desk starting July 1.
Data Driven Marketing: Access Demographics and Consumer Data
Sat, Jul 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to find data for marketing using the library's databases. Signup required.
Fairy Tale Theatre Presents - Storybook Court: Full of Beans!
Sat, Jul 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
All Ages: In this courtroom comedy retelling of Jack and the Beanstalk, Jack is on trial for stealing from the Giant. Pick up tickets in person at the Youth & Teen Services Desk starting July 1.
Crisis Center for South Suburbia Information Table
Mon, Jul 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Lobby
Drop in to the lobby to learn about community services available to victims of domestic violence, including housing, counseling, advocacy, outreach and prevention programs.
Stories in the Park @ Lewis Park - Outdoor Event
Mon, Jul 21, 10:15am - 10:45am
Drop by for a 30-minute storytime on the lawn at Lewis Park starting at 10:15, and visit the Bookmobile between 10-11am. Storytime will be canceled in case of inclement weather. Drop-in event.
Monday Movies: A Complete Unknown
Mon, Jul 21, 11:00am - 1:20pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
2024 | R | 140 minutes | Biography, Drama, Music | Closed Captioning | Drop-in event.
Monday Movies: A Complete Unknown
Mon, Jul 21, 2:00pm - 4:20pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
2024 | R | 140 minutes | Biography, Drama, Music | Closed Captioning | Drop-in event.
Digitize It: Reel-to-Reel Films
Mon, Jul 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn to digitize your 8 mm, Super 8, or 16 mm reel-to-reel films. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Deepfake: ChatGPT and AI
Mon, Jul 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn about Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology innovations and how AI can influence various aspects of our lives and industries. Signup required.
Preschool Stories
Tue, Jul 22, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed to promote early literacy and fine motor skills for preschoolers. Drop-in event.
Morningstar: Research Stocks with Confidence
Tue, Jul 22, 10:00am - 10:30am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
An introduction on how to use Morningstar to help you research investment opportunities and build your investment knowledge. Signup required.
Memory Cafe
Tue, Jul 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
A comfortable social gathering for people living with memory loss or dementia to attend with a care partner. Includes fun and creative engagement activities, music, and refreshments. Signup required.
Bouncing Babies
Tue, Jul 22, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.
Word: Basics
Tue, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's word-processing software. Signup required.
Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library
Tue, Jul 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Entering grades 4-5: Have fun with a variety of games and activities all about the book Escape From Mr. Lemoncello's Library. Signup required.
Medicare Made Easy - Attend In Person or View Recording
Tue, Jul 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn about eligibility, enrollment, and the benefits of Medicare and Medicare Supplement Plans with Diane Adduci, a community educator. Signup required, attend in person or view recording later.
Rescheduled
Teen Design Studio
Tue, Jul 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
New date Tuesday, July 22, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Entering grades 6-12: Design and create custom buttons and vinyl stickers using the library's iPads and Cricut. Signup required.
Teen Design Studio
Tue, Jul 22, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Entering grades 6-12: Design and create custom buttons and vinyl stickers using the library's iPads and Cricut. Signup required.
This event is full
Toddler Tales
Wed, Jul 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs, and more. Drop-in event.
Green Screen Basics
Wed, Jul 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn to record, edit, and share videos with green screen technology. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Preschool Stories
Wed, Jul 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed to promote early literacy and fine motor skills for preschoolers. Drop-in event.
Beyond the Blues Brothers
Wed, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Chicago Movie Tours guide Kelli Marshall celebrates this 1980 classic film, exploring its backstories, mix of Hollywood genres, and impact on Chicago-based filmmaking. Signup required.
Introduction to Genealogy: Uncover Your Family's Past
Wed, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn about the many genealogy resources in the library and beyond with this introductory course. Signup required.
King Me
Wed, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Entering grades 4-8: Show off your skills and join us for chess and checker fun! Beginners and experts alike are welcome. Signup required.
This event is full
Teen Volunteering - Wiggleworms
Wed, Jul 23, 5:45pm - 6:45pm
Grades 6-12: Assist librarians with storytime setup, cleanup, and handing out supplies.
This event is full
Wiggleworms
Wed, Jul 23, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 2-3 years with adult(s): Enjoy stories, songs, and crafts. Signup required.
This event is full
Stories in the Park @ Kelly Park - Outdoor Event
Wed, Jul 23, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Drop by for a 30-minute storytime on the lawn at Kelly Park starting at 6:30 pm, and visit the Bookmobile between 6:15-7:15 pm. Storytime will be canceled in case of inclement weather. Drop-in event.
Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Wed, Jul 23, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees
Bouncing Babies
Thu, Jul 24, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.
Posture, Balance, and a Little Cha-Cha
Thu, Jul 24, 10:00am - 10:45am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Increase strength, flexibility, and endurance for living a healthy lifestyle. Led by Elaine Gotfryd Noonan, exercises can be done standing or in a chair. Signup required.
Stitch Club
Thu, Jul 24, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Open to anyone who wants to meet, mingle, and share tips on needlecraft projects. Supplies not provided. Drop-in event.
Camp Kindergarten
Thu, Jul 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Entering Kindergarten: An introduction to literacy and STEAM concepts in a two-session series. Signup required.
This event is full
Bookmobile Stops - Tinley Park East & West
Thu, Jul 24, 3:45pm - 5:30pm
Visit the Bookmobile to check out books, movies and more! Parkside (East) 3:45-4:15 pm; Fairmont Village (West) 4:25-4:50 pm; Radcliffe Place (West) 5-5:30 pm
Camp First Grade
Thu, Jul 24, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Entering Grade 1: An introduction to literacy and STEAM concepts in a two-session series. Signup required.
This event is full
Reptile Show - Presented by Crosstown Exotics
Fri, Jul 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Families: Join us for an up-close encounter with some of the planet's oldest and scaliest creatures. Signup required.
This event is full
Introduction to Cloud Storage
Fri, Jul 25, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn the benefits and drawbacks of cloud storage. Informational, no individual technology support provided. Signup required.
Teen Volunteering - Family Activity Night - Scavenger Hunt
Fri, Jul 25, 6:15pm - 7:45pm
Grades 6-12: Assist librarians by helping with prize boxs for all finishing participants.
This event is full
Family Activity Night - Scavenger Hunt
Fri, Jul 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Families: Come to the library and spend some quality time together! Have fun discovering clues, accomplishing tasks, and winning a prize in our family Scavenger Hunt! No signup required.
Cancelled
Cozy Reading Day
Sat, Jul 26, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Entering grades 6-12: Bring a book and get cozy as we spend the day reading, snacking, and making bookish crafts. Signup required.
Rescheduled
Arabic Storytime
Sat, Jul 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
New date Saturday, July 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Enjoy children's stories and songs in Arabic. Drop-in event.
Digitize It: VHS Tapes
Sat, Jul 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn to digitize your VHS tapes. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Cat Cafe
Sat, Jul 26, 11:00am - 2:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Drop in to read, relax, and meet some adoptable cats and kittens! Purchase packaged baked goods to raise money to support PAWS of Tinley Park.
Chair Fitness - Attend In Person
Mon, Jul 28, 10:00am - 10:45am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Have fun exercising while sitting in a chair! Led by instructor Karen Zegarlinski. Signup required for each in-person session. Signup for this session begins on June 15.
Interview Essentials: Strategies for Standing Out
Mon, Jul 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn tips to help you succeed at your next job interview. Signup required.
Chair Fitness - Attend Virtually
Mon, Jul 28, 10:00am - 10:45am
Have fun exercising while sitting in a chair! Led by instructor Karen Zegarlinski. This virtual event is part of a series. Signup registers you for all virtual sessions.
Register
Stories in the Park @ Lewis Park - Outdoor Event
Mon, Jul 28, 10:15am - 10:45am
Drop by for a 30-minute storytime on the lawn at Lewis Park starting at 10:15, and visit the Bookmobile between 10-11am. Storytime will be canceled in case of inclement weather. Drop-in event.
Mah Jongg Club
Mon, Jul 28, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Players of all skill levels are welcome. An instructor will be on hand to teach those new to the game. No instructor available on June 30. Drop-in event.
League of Aspiring Writers
Mon, Jul 28, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Connect with other local writers who are eager to improve their craft and help you improve yours. Drop-in event.
Adobe Photoshop: Basics
Mon, Jul 28, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn to enhance your photos with Adobe Photoshop. Signup required.
This event is full
Disney Lorcana Club
Mon, Jul 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Entering grades 4-5: Play Lorcana, a popular trading card game with Disney characters. Bring your own deck or learn how to play using a provided starter deck. Signup required.
Miniature Bookcase Craft
Tue, Jul 29, 11:00am - 1:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Catherine Suchy will help you create your own miniature bookcase complete with books and decorations. Limited to TPPL cardholders. Signup for one time slot only, begins June 15.
This event is full
Apple Devices: Advanced
Tue, Jul 29, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn about some of the advanced features of your iPhone or iPad. Signup required.
High School Book Club
Tue, Jul 29, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Entering Grades 9-12: Read and talk about books! Each month we will discuss one book and choose the book for the following month. Signup required.
Introduction to Android Devices
Wed, Jul 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Bring your phone or tablet to learn what makes Android unique. Signup required.
Stories in the Park @ Kelly Park - Outdoor Event
Wed, Jul 30, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Drop by for a 30-minute storytime on the lawn at Kelly Park starting at 6:30 pm, and visit the Bookmobile between 6:15-7:15 pm. Storytime will be canceled in case of inclement weather. Drop-in event.
Evening Yoga
Wed, Jul 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Through guided instruction from Kathy Ruiter, combine gentle yoga poses with breathing awareness to relax the mind. Bring a yoga mat and a firm blanket. Signup required, begins on June 15.
Baby Prom
Thu, Jul 31, 10:00am - 10:45am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Join us for a fancy dance party full of fun festivities. Formal attire is optional. Signup required.
This event is full
Camp Kindergarten
Thu, Jul 31, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Entering Kindergarten: An introduction to literacy and STEAM concepts in a two-session series. Signup required.
This event is full
Bookmobile Stops - Tinley Park South
Thu, Jul 31, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Visit the Bookmobile to check out books, movies, and more! Brookside Glen - Glenbrook 4:30-4:55 pm Brookside Glen - Monaghan 5-5:30 pm
Camp First Grade
Thu, Jul 31, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Entering Grade 1: An introduction to literacy and STEAM concepts in a two-session series. Signup required.
This event is full
Miniature Bookcase Craft
Thu, Jul 31, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Catherine Suchy will help you create your own miniature bookcase complete with books and decorations. All supplies & materials will be provided. Signup begins June 15. TPPL cardholders only.
This event is full
Cancelled
Mah Jongg Tournament
Fri, Aug 01, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Showcase your skills as you play competitively against others. Refreshments will be served. Tinley Park cardholder signup begins May 15. If space allows, others may sign up starting July 15. Ages 18+.
Magazine Giveaway
Sat, Aug 02, All day
Discarded library magazines are available for free on the first Saturday of the month.
Family Movie Subscription Bag - Children Ages 9-12
Mon, Aug 04, All day
Families with children ages 9-12: Sign up for a movie subscription box with a new theme each month! This month is focused on musicals. One signup per family, begins 7/15. Pickup begins 8/4.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 12:00am
Family Movie Subscription Bag - Children Ages 3-8
Mon, Aug 04, All day
Families with children ages 3-8: Sign up for a movie subscription box with a new theme each month! This month is focused on musicals. One signup per family, begins 7/15. Pickup begins 8/4.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 12:00am
Digitize It: Photos and Slides
Mon, Aug 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn to digitize your photos and slides. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am
Stories in the Park @ Lewis Park - Outdoor Event
Mon, Aug 04, 10:15am - 10:45am
Drop by for a 30-minute storytime on the lawn at Lewis Park starting at 10:15, and visit the Bookmobile between 10-11am. Storytime will be canceled in case of inclement weather. Drop-in event.
Apple Devices: Basics
Mon, Aug 04, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Familiarize yourself with the basic features of your iPad or iPhone. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am
Mah Jongg Club
Tue, Aug 05, 11:00am - 1:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B,1st floor - Meeting Room B
Players of all skill levels are welcome. An instructor will be on hand to teach those new to the game. No instructor available on July 1. Drop-in event.
Teen Volunteering - Tenzi
Tue, Aug 05, 4:15pm - 5:45pm
Grades 6-12: Assist librarians by helping with game play.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 12:00am
Tenzi
Tue, Aug 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Entering grades 2-3: Learn all the ways to play this exciting dice game! Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 12:00am
National Night Out - Off-Site Event
Tue, Aug 05, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Enjoy family entertainment and view vehicles from Tinley Park Police, Fire & Public Works at Freedom Park, adjacent to the library. Be sure to visit the Bookmobile and pick up a treat! Drop in.
PowerPoint: Basics
Tue, Aug 05, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to create Microsoft PowerPoint slideshows with dynamic features to spice up your presentations. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am
Ready, Set, Go to High School!
Tue, Aug 05, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Entering grades 8-9: Join us for a discussion with a panel of experts (aka current high school students) to learn the ins and out of high school. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 12:00am
Movin' and Groovin' Outdoors
Wed, Aug 06, 10:00am - 10:30am
West Lawn
Ages 2-3 years with adult(s): Join us on the west lawn for some high-energy fun! Kids will move to interactive stories and upbeat rhythms. No signup required.
How to Read eMagazines
Wed, Aug 06, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to remotely access the library's collection of eMagazines on your favorite devices. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am
What Is Music Therapy?
Wed, Aug 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn why music is an effective tool specifically for those with neurological disorders. Examples and demonstration presented by Greater Chicago Music Therapy. Signup required.
Introduction to Android Devices
Wed, Aug 06, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Bring your phone or tablet to learn what makes Android unique. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am
Stories in the Park @ Kelly Park - Outdoor Event
Wed, Aug 06, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Drop by for a 30-minute storytime on the lawn at Kelly Park starting at 6:30 pm, and visit the Bookmobile between 6:15-7:15 pm. Storytime will be canceled in case of inclement weather. Drop-in event.
Cut the Cable Cord
Thu, Aug 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn about streaming services, like Netflix and Hulu, and streaming devices, like Apple TV and Roku. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am
Stitch Club
Thu, Aug 07, 11:00am - 1:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Open to anyone who wants to meet, mingle, and share tips on needlecraft projects. Supplies not provided. Drop-in event.
Excel: Basics
Thu, Aug 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's spreadsheet application. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am
Bookmobile Stops - Orland Hills
Thu, Aug 07, 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Visit the Bookmobile to check out books, movies and more! Pheasant Ridge/ Hunter Apartments 3:45-4:10 pm; Apartments of Orland 4:15-4:45 pm
Tailgating Party Cuisine
Thu, Aug 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Chefs Michael and Susan Maddox demonstrate exciting new recipes to liven up your tailgating gatherings with family and friends! Samples and recipes provided. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am
Teen Volunteering - Pipe Cleaner Creations
Fri, Aug 08, 9:45am - 11:00am
Grades 6-12: Assist librarians with setup, cleanup, and handing out supplies.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am
Pipe Cleaner Creations
Fri, Aug 08, 10:00am - 10:45am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 4-5 years with adult(s): Pipe cleaner creations will keep us busy as we sneak some fun science concepts into the program as well. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 12:00am
Queen Bey Bash
Fri, Aug 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Entering grades 6-12: All BeyHive fans unite! Come party with us and celebrate Beyoncé with fun games, music, and snacks! Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 12:00am
Bookmobile @ Tinley Park Farmers Market
Sat, Aug 09, 8:00am - 12:30pm
Visit the Bookmobile to make a free craft and pick up a treat! Learn about library events and resources, check out and return materials, or sign up for a library card. At Oak Park Ave & North Street.
Deepfake: ChatGPT and AI
Sat, Aug 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn about Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology innovations and how AI can influence various aspects of our lives and industries. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am
Using Consumer Reports
Sun, Aug 10, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to use Consumer Reports to access articles and product reviews. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am
Old Gold in Concert
Sun, Aug 10, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Join Old Gold as they perform hits from the 50s, 60s, 70s, and beyond. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Signup required, begins July 15.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am
Chair Fitness - Attend In Person
Mon, Aug 11, 10:00am - 10:45am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Have fun exercising while sitting in a chair! Led by instructor Karen Zegarlinski. Signup required for each in-person session. Signup for this session begins on July 15.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am
Chair Fitness - Attend Virtually
Mon, Aug 11, 10:00am - 10:45am
Have fun exercising while sitting in a chair! Led by instructor Karen Zegarlinski. This virtual event is part of a series. Signup registers you for all virtual sessions.
Register
Stories in the Park @ Lewis Park - Outdoor Event
Mon, Aug 11, 10:15am - 10:45am
Drop by for a 30-minute storytime on the lawn at Lewis Park starting at 10:15, and visit the Bookmobile between 10-11am. Storytime will be canceled in case of inclement weather. Drop-in event.
Greyt Readers
Mon, Aug 11, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades K-5: Readers practice their developing skills out loud to a greyhound dog for up to 15 minutes. Start times at 6:30 and 6:45 pm. Further details on library event calendar. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 12:00am
Greyt Readers
Mon, Aug 11, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades K-5: Readers practice their developing skills out loud to a greyhound dog for up to 15 minutes. Start times at 7 and 7:15 pm. Further details on library event calendar. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 12:00am
Greyt Readers
Mon, Aug 11, 7:30pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades K-5: Readers practice their developing skills out loud to a greyhound dog for up to 15 minutes. Start times at 7:30 and 7:45 pm. Further details on library event calendar. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 12:00am
Wits Workout for Older Adults - CANCELED
Tue, Aug 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
**Due to technology upgrades in the meeting room, the Wits Workout for Older Adults scheduled for August 12 has been canceled. We hope you'll join us at the next class on September 9.
Video Game Club
Tue, Aug 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Entering grades 4-5: Play a variety of video games on the library's Nintendo Switches. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 12:00am
Interview Essentials: Strategies for Standing Out
Tue, Aug 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn tips to help you succeed at your next job interview. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am
Youth Advisory Council - YAC
Tue, Aug 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Entering grades 6-12: Help plan teen programs at the library. Pizza and pop are served. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 12:00am
Cafe Ole
Tue, Aug 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades 6-12: Hang out with your friends, eat cookies, sip on a hot or cold drink, and enjoy a different activity each time. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 12:00am
Too Good to Be Missed Book Group - Listen for the Lie by Amy Tintera
Wed, Aug 13, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Genre: Mystery, Thriller | Led by: Dominique | Drop-in event
King Me
Wed, Aug 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Entering grades 4-8: Show off your skills and join us for chess and checker fun! Beginners and experts alike are welcome. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 12:00am
Baby Loves Going to the Zoo
Wed, Aug 13, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages Birth - 23 months with adult(s): Join us for a fun time as we do zoo-themed activities. No signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 12:00am
Stories in the Park @ Kelly Park - Outdoor Event
Wed, Aug 13, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Drop by for a 30-minute storytime on the lawn at Kelly Park starting at 6:30 pm, and visit the Bookmobile between 6:15-7:15 pm. Storytime will be canceled in case of inclement weather. Drop-in event.
Movie Discussion Group - The Iron Giant
Wed, Aug 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Watch at home and come to the library to discuss. 1999 | PG | 86 minutes | Action, Adventure, Animation | Drop-in event
Chair Yoga
Thu, Aug 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Instructor Kathy Ruiter will guide you in gentle, non-strenuous chair exercises and meditation. Signup is required and begins on July 15.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am
Excel: Intermediate
Thu, Aug 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn to format and arrange data to improve the functionality and analysis of your dataset. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am
Happy Little Painters
Thu, Aug 14, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Entering grades K-1: Bring out your inner artist and create a simple, step-by-step painting. Signup required.
Bookmobile Stops - Tinley Park East & West
Thu, Aug 14, 3:45pm - 5:30pm
Visit the Bookmobile to check out books, movies and more! Parkside (East) 3:45-4:15 pm; Fairmont Village (West) 4:25-4:50 pm; Radcliffe Place (West) 5-5:30 pm
Killers, Stalkers, and Creeps of Chicago's Modern Era
Thu, Aug 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Historian Clarence Goodman returns with terrifying tales of serial killers in Chicago since the Great Depression. Signup required. Ages 18+, no one under 17 admitted.
Using Zoom
Fri, Aug 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to use the video conferencing platform Zoom on your computer or mobile device. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am
Mah Jongg Tournament
Fri, Aug 15, 10:00am - 2:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Showcase your skills as you play competitively against others. Refreshments will be served. Priority given to Tinley Park cardholders. If space allows, others may sign up starting July 15. Ages 18+.
Family Activity Night - Outdoor Challenges
Fri, Aug 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
West Lawn
Families: Have fun doing kid-friendly challenges with your families outside on our west lawn. This program will be canceled in the event of inclement weather. No signup required.
JobNow: Prepare for Your Next Job Search
Sat, Aug 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to get live 1-on-1 virtual help with your resume or live interview coaching. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am
Bilingual Storytime - Spanish / English
Sat, Aug 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Enjoy stories and songs in both Spanish and English. Drop-in event. Disfruten de cuentos y canciones para niños en español e inglés. No es necesario registrarse.
Celebrating Elvis Presley: Blue Hawaii
Sat, Aug 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Put on your favorite Hawaiian shirt or Elvis attire and join us for a screening of the 1961 classic movie Blue Hawaii. Flower leis and snacks provided. Drop-in event.
Introduction to Google Apps
Sun, Aug 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to use various Google apps on your smartphone. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am
Crisis Center for South Suburbia Information Table
Mon, Aug 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Lobby
Drop in to the lobby to learn about community services available to victims of domestic violence, including housing, counseling, advocacy, outreach and prevention programs.
Monday Movies: A Real Pain (2024)
Mon, Aug 18, 11:00am - 12:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
2024 | R | 89 minutes | Comedy, Drama | Closed Captioning | Drop-in event. 
Monday Movies: A Real Pain (2024)
Mon, Aug 18, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
2024 | R | 89 minutes | Comedy, Drama | Closed Captioning | Drop-in event. 
Digitize It: VHS Tapes
Mon, Aug 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn to digitize your VHS tapes. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am
Create a Professional Profile with LinkedIn
Mon, Aug 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Enhance your professional presence with a LinkedIn profile. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am
Introduction to Windows 11
Tue, Aug 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Familiarize yourself with Microsoft's Windows 11. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am
Mah Jongg Club
Tue, Aug 19, 11:00am - 1:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Players of all skill levels are welcome. An instructor will be on hand to teach those new to the game. No instructor available on July 1. Drop-in event.
Information Literacy in the Age of AI and Social Media
Tue, Aug 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn how to identify misinformation and content created by AI on social media. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am
Resume Tips and Tricks
Wed, Aug 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn techniques to help your resume get seen by a human. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am
Password Management
Wed, Aug 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn to create and store secure passwords. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am
Evening Yoga
Wed, Aug 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Through guided instruction from Kathy Ruiter, combine gentle yoga poses with breathing awareness to relax the mind. Bring a yoga mat and a firm blanket. Signup required, begins on July 15.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am
Stitch Club
Thu, Aug 21, 11:00am - 1:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Open to anyone who wants to meet, mingle, and share tips on needlecraft projects. Supplies not provided. Drop-in event.
Bookmobile Stops - Tinley Park South
Thu, Aug 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Visit the Bookmobile to check out books, movies, and more! Brookside Glen - Glenbrook 4:30-4:55 pm Brookside Glen - Monaghan 5-5:30 pm
Out of the Ordinary Book Group - Meet Me at the Lake by Carley Fortune
Thu, Aug 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Genre: Romance | Led by: Cindy | Drop-in event
Monet Lives! A Portrayal of Claude Monet
Fri, Aug 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Step into the captivating world of this Impressionist artist. Hear stories of his struggles, obsessions, and life in 1860s Paris. Historical portrayal performed by artist Jim Parks. Signup required.
Teen Volunteering - Family Pajamarama
Fri, Aug 22, 6:15pm - 7:30pm
Grades 6-12: Assist librarians with setup, cleanup and handing out supplies.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 12:00am
Family Pajamarama
Fri, Aug 22, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Participate in stories, fingerplays, games, crafts, and songs. No signup required.
Digitize It: Vinyl Records
Sat, Aug 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn to digitize your vinyl records and cassette tapes using our conversion station. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am
Arabic Storytime
Sat, Aug 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Enjoy children's stories and songs in Arabic. Drop-in event.
Pokemon Club Play and Trade!
Sat, Aug 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Entering grades 2-5: Calling all Pokemon trainers! Come to our club to meet other trainers, trade, battle with your Pokemon cards, and have fun! Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 12:00am
Create Professional Presentations with Canva
Sun, Aug 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to use the free graphic design tool Canva to create presentations for school or work. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am
Chair Fitness - Attend In Person
Mon, Aug 25, 10:00am - 10:45am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Have fun exercising while sitting in a chair! Led by instructor Karen Zegarlinski. Signup required for each in-person session. Signup for this session begins on July 15.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am
Chair Fitness - Attend Virtually
Mon, Aug 25, 10:00am - 10:45am
Have fun exercising while sitting in a chair! Led by instructor Karen Zegarlinski. This virtual event is part of a series. Signup registers you for all virtual sessions.
Register
Apple Devices: Advanced
Mon, Aug 25, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn about some of the advanced features of your iPhone or iPad. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am
Mah Jongg Club
Mon, Aug 25, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Players of all skill levels are welcome. An instructor will be on hand to teach those new to the game. No instructor available on June 30. Drop-in event.
League of Aspiring Writers
Mon, Aug 25, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Connect with other local writers who are eager to improve their craft and help you improve yours. Drop-in event.
Disney Lorcana Club
Mon, Aug 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Entering grades 4-5: Play Lorcana, a popular trading card game with Disney characters. Bring your own deck or learn how to play using a provided starter deck. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 12:00am
Word: Basics
Tue, Aug 26, 10:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's word-processing software. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am
Memory Cafe
Tue, Aug 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
A comfortable social gathering for people living with memory loss or dementia to attend with a care partner. Includes fun and creative engagement activities, music, and refreshments. Signup required.
PowerPoint: Advanced
Tue, Aug 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn some of the more advanced features of Microsoft PowerPoint. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am
High School Book Club
Tue, Aug 26, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Entering Grades 9-12: Read and talk about books! Each month we will discuss one book and choose the book for the following month. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 12:00am
Introduction to Genealogy: Uncover Your Family's Past
Wed, Aug 27, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn about the many genealogy resources in the library and beyond with this introductory course. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am
Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Wed, Aug 27, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees
Posture, Balance, and a Little Cha-Cha
Thu, Aug 28, 10:00am - 10:45am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Increase strength, flexibility, and endurance for living a healthy lifestyle. Led by Elaine Gotfryd Noonan, exercises can be done standing or in a chair. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am
Excel: Advanced
Thu, Aug 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn advanced level Excel skills. Skills include charts, pivot tables, and advanced filtering. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am
Bookmobile Stops - Orland Hills
Thu, Aug 28, 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Visit the Bookmobile to check out books, movies and more! Pheasant Ridge/ Hunter Apartments 3:45-4:10 pm; Apartments of Orland 4:15-4:45 pm
How to Listen to Podcasts
Thu, Aug 28, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to find and listen to podcasts on your favorite devices. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am
Family Movie Subscription Bag - Children Ages 3-8
Tue, Sep 02, All day
Families with children ages 3-8: Sign up for a movie subscription box with a new theme each month! This month is focused on Disney. One signup per family, begins 8/15. Pickup begins 9/2.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 12:00am
Family Movie Subscription Bag - Children Ages 9-12
Tue, Sep 02, All day
Families with children ages 9-12: Sign up for a movie subscription box with a new theme each month! This month is focused on Disney. One signup per family, begins 8/15. Pickup begins 9/2.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 12:00am
Baby's First Book Bag
Tue, Sep 02, All day
Ages Birth - 23 months: Reading, singing and talking to your little one strengthens language and literacy skills. Enjoy this subscription service for our youngest patrons. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 12:00am
Preschool Stories
Tue, Sep 02, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed for preschoolers to promote early literacy and fine motor skils. No signup required..
Bouncing Babies
Tue, Sep 02, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages Birth - 23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. Drop-in event.
Resume Tips and Tricks
Tue, Sep 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn techniques to help your resume get seen by a human. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 9:00am
How to Use eAudiobooks and eBooks
Tue, Sep 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to remotely access the library's collection of eAudiobooks and eBooks on your favorite devices. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 9:00am
Toddler Tales
Wed, Sep 03, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs and more. Drop-in event.
Preschool Stories
Wed, Sep 03, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed to promote early literacy and fine motor skills for preschoolers. Drop-in event.
Press Reader: How to access eNewspapers
Wed, Sep 03, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to remotely access the library's collection of eNewspapers on Press Reader on your favorite devices. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 9:00am
Baby Loves to Explore
Wed, Sep 03, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-23 months with adult(s): Join us for a fun time as we let baby explore and learn. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 12:00am
Bouncing Babies
Thu, Sep 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. Drop-in event.
Apple Devices: Basics
Thu, Sep 04, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Familiarize yourself with the basic features of your iPad or iPhone. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 9:00am
Bookmobile Stops - Tinley Park East & West
Thu, Sep 04, 3:45pm - 5:30pm
Visit the Bookmobile to check out books, movies and more, and pick up a special treat! Parkside (East) 3:45-4:15 pm; Fairmont Village (West) 4:25-4:50 pm; Radcliffe Place (West) 5-5:30 pm
Bluestem Book Club - The Guardian Test by Christina Soontornvat
Thu, Sep 04, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades 3-5: Each month, we'll discuss a different nominee from the 2025 Bluestem Readers' Choice List while enjoying a snack. We'll conclude with fun activities! Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 12:00am
Evening Storytime
Thu, Sep 04, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-8 with adult(s): Join us each week for themed stories, songs, activities, and a craft! Drop-in event.
Toddler Tales
Fri, Sep 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs and more. Drop-in event.
Teen Volunteering - Team LEGO
Fri, Sep 05, 6:15pm - 7:45pm
Grades 6-12: Assist librarians by helping participants make their Lego creations, as well as set up and clean up.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 12:00am
Character Exploration: Developing Original Characters
Fri, Sep 05, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades 9-Adult: Participants will learn how to brainstorm and build original characters. This session is designed to strengthen your creativity and storytelling skills. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 12:00am
Team LEGO
Fri, Sep 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades 2-3: Teamwork is the name of the game! Each person will be paired with a young teen and work together to complete their LEGO challenges. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 12:00am
Magazine Giveaway
Sat, Sep 06, All day
Discarded library magazines are available for free on the first Saturday of the month.
Supported Storytime
Sat, Sep 06, 10:30am - 11:15am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): A visual schedule and sensory supports will be available in this adaptive storytime. Join us for stories, songs, movement, and sensory activities. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 12:00am
Introduction to Google Apps
Mon, Sep 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to use various Google apps on your smartphone. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 9:00am
Comic Book 101
Mon, Sep 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades 3-5: Explore the different languages of comics, from the eyes, to body posture, to the actual language within speech bubbles. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 12:00am
Preschool Stories
Tue, Sep 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed for preschoolers to promote early literacy and fine motor skils. No signup required..
Wits Workout for Older Adults
Tue, Sep 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Give your brain the workout it needs to stay sharp! Join us for fun brain-teasers, games, and puzzles that get you thinking. Made possible through a grant from AgeOptions. Signup required.
Bouncing Babies
Tue, Sep 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages Birth - 23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. Drop-in event.
Youth Advisory Council - YAC
Tue, Sep 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades 6-12: Help plan teen programs at the library. Pizza and pop are served. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 12:00am
English as a Second Language: Conversation Group
Tue, Sep 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Come and practice conversational English with other members of the community who speak English as a second language. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 9:00am
Cafe Ole
Tue, Sep 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades 6-12: Hang out with your friends, eat cookies, sip on a hot or cold drink, and enjoy a different activity each time. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 12:00am
Toddler Tales
Wed, Sep 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs and more. Drop-in event.
Preschool Stories
Wed, Sep 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed to promote early literacy and fine motor skills for preschoolers. Drop-in event.
Too Good to Be Missed Book Group - Bright Young Women by Jessica Knoll
Wed, Sep 10, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Genre: Thriller, Suspense | Led by: Dominique | Drop-in event
Teen Volunteering - Superhero Science
Wed, Sep 10, 4:45pm - 6:00pm
Grades 6-12: Assist librarians with different program activities, as well as set up and clean up
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 12:00am
Superhero Science
Wed, Sep 10, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades 3-5: Calling all superheroes! Join us for some science fun! Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 12:00am
Movie Discussion Group - Real Women Have Curves
Wed, Sep 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Watch at home and come to the library to discuss. 2002 | PG-13 | 90 minutes | Comedy, Drama | Drop-in event
Bouncing Babies
Thu, Sep 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. Drop-in event.
Bookmobile Stops - Tinley Park South
Thu, Sep 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Visit the Bookmobile to check out books, movies, and more, and pick up a special treat! Brookside Glen - Glenbrook 4:30-4:55 pm Brookside Glen - Monaghan 5-5:30 pm
Digitize It: VHS Tapes
Thu, Sep 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn to digitize your VHS tapes. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 9:00am
Teen Volunteering - Fandom Welcome Bag Assembly
Thu, Sep 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades 6-12: Assist librarians by assembling welcome bags for the Fall Fandom Fest.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 12:00am
Evening Storytime
Thu, Sep 11, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-8 with adult(s): Join us each week for themed stories, songs, activities, and a craft! Drop-in event.
Toddler Tales
Fri, Sep 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs and more. Drop-in event.
Teen Volunteering - Family Pajamarama
Fri, Sep 12, 6:15pm - 7:30pm
Grades 6-12: Assist librarians with set up and clean up.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 12:00am
Fandom Fest Trivia: Films & Literature
Fri, Sep 12, 6:30pm - 9:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Show off your film & literature knowledge with a game of trivia! Play alone or with a team (limit 6 people per team) for a chance to win a prize. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 9:00am
Family Pajamarama
Fri, Sep 12, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-8 with adult(s): Participate in stories, fingerplays, games, crafts, and songs. Drop-in event.
Teen Craft Night
Fri, Sep 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades 6-12: Test your IRL crafting skills! Create an original Minecraft-themed mosaic out of wood and paint. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 12:00am
Bookmobile @ Tinley Park Farmers Market
Sat, Sep 13, 8:00am - 12:30pm
Visit the Bookmobile to make a free craft and pick up a treat! Learn about library events and resources, check out and return materials, or sign up for a library card. At Oak Park Ave & North Street.
Information Literacy in the Age of AI and Social Media
Sat, Sep 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to identify misinformation and content created by AI on social media. Signup required.
Polish Storytime
Sat, Sep 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Enjoy stories and songs in both Polish and English. Signup preferred.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 12:00am
Wicked: For Good
Sat, Sep 13, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
All ages: Join us as we dance through life and celebrate all things Wicked. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 12:00am
Stories Around Town @ Krema Coffee - Offsite Event
Mon, Sep 15, 10:15am - 11:45am
Drop by Krema Coffee in the Oak Park Ave Train Station from 10:15-10:45 am for a 30-minute storytime and craft. Visit the bookmobile between 10-11 am to check out books and pick up a special treat!
PowerPoint: Basics
Mon, Sep 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to create Microsoft PowerPoint slideshows with dynamic features to spice up your presentations. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 9:00am
"Sew" Simple
Mon, Sep 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades 4-5: Learn a few simple stitches and create a Fandom tic tac toe game. All supplies provided. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 12:00am
The Art of the Anime Expression
Mon, Sep 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades 6-12: Learn how to draw different expressions in an anime and manga style and about their influence in modern day comics and cartoons. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 12:00am
Preschool Stories
Tue, Sep 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed for preschoolers to promote early literacy and fine motor skils. No signup required..
Bouncing Babies
Tue, Sep 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages Birth - 23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. Drop-in event.
Digitize It: Reel-to-Reel Films
Tue, Sep 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn to digitize your 8 mm, Super 8, or 16 mm reel-to-reel films. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 9:00am
Excel: Basics
Tue, Sep 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's spreadsheet application. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 9:00am
Super Mario Origami Star Jars
Tue, Sep 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades 6-12: Learn to make miniature origami stars that look like the ones in Super Mario and fill a small jar with them! Beverages served. Signup required.
Toddler Tales
Wed, Sep 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs and more. Drop-in event.
Preschool Stories
Wed, Sep 17, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed to promote early literacy and fine motor skills for preschoolers. Drop-in event.
Cricut 101: Using the Cricut
Wed, Sep 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Grades 9-Adult: Learn Cricut basics each session. This session will focus on using the Cricut and cutting out designs. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 12:00am
Bouncing Babies
Thu, Sep 18, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. Drop-in event.
Bookmobile Stops - Orland Hills
Thu, Sep 18, 3:15pm - 5:15pm
Visit the Bookmobile to check out materials and pick up a special treat! Pheasant Ridge/ Hunter Apartments 3:15-4 pm; Apartments of Orland 4:10-4:40 pm; Orland Hills Community Center 4:45-5:15 pm.
Caudill Book Club - Dungeon Club: Roll Call
Thu, Sep 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Grades 6-8: Participants read a title from the Caudill 2026 Young Readers' Book Award nominee list each month. This book club meets at Bean N' Breek in Tinley Park. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 12:00am
Evening Storytime
Thu, Sep 18, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-8 with adult(s): Join us each week for themed stories, songs, activities, and a craft! Drop-in event.
Out of the Ordinary Book Group - Cursed Objects by J.W. Ocker
Thu, Sep 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Genre: History | Led by: Doug | Drop-in event
Apple Devices: Advanced
Fri, Sep 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn about some of the advanced features of your iPhone or iPad. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 9:00am
Toddler Tales
Fri, Sep 19, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs and more. Drop-in event.
King Me!
Fri, Sep 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades 4-8: Show off your skills and join us for chess and checker fun! Beginners and experts alike are welcome. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 12:00am
Digitize It: Photos and Slides
Sat, Sep 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn to digitize your photos and slides. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 9:00am
Arabic Storytime
Sat, Sep 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Enjoy children's stories and songs in Arabic. No signup required.
Cut the Cable Cord
Mon, Sep 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn about streaming services, like Netflix and Hulu, and streaming devices, like Apple TV and Roku. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 9:00am
Pushing Shape Into Your Art
Mon, Sep 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades 1-2: Learn tips and tricks to emphasize shape in your art and create cartoons. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 12:00am
"Sew" Simple
Mon, Sep 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades 6-12: Create a Super Mario inspired magnet as you visit with other sewers. All supplies provided. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 12:00am
Preschool Stories
Tue, Sep 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed for preschoolers to promote early literacy and fine motor skils. No signup required..
Bouncing Babies
Tue, Sep 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages Birth - 23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. Drop-in event.
Teen Volunteering - We Love Hello Kitty
Tue, Sep 23, 4:15pm - 5:30pm
Grades 6-12: Assist librarians with program activities as well as set up and clean up.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 12:00am
We Love Hello Kitty
Tue, Sep 23, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades K-1: Celebrate the cuteness of Hello Kitty by playing games and making a special craft! Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 12:00am
Teen Volunteering - Our Friend, Hello Kitty
Tue, Sep 23, 5:45pm - 7:15pm
Grades 6-12: Assist librarians by helping set up, clean up, and assisting children with games/crafts/activities.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 12:00am
Excel: Intermediate
Tue, Sep 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn to format and arrange data to improve the functionality and analysis of your dataset. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 9:00am
Our Friend, Hello Kitty
Tue, Sep 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades 2-3: Who doesn't love Hello Kitty? Join us to play Hello Kitty trivia and make a special craft! Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 12:00am
PowerPoint Night: Fandom Edition
Tue, Sep 23, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Join us for a night of PowerPoint presentations about your favorite comic books, movies, anime & more! Please see the long description for full details. Signup required.
Teen Tabletop Game Night - Flip 7
Tue, Sep 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades 6-12: Flip 7 is a game that's easy to learn and hard to master. The first to earn 200 points wins. Snacks will be served. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 12:00am
Introduction to Windows 11
Wed, Sep 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Familiarize yourself with Microsoft's Windows 11. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 9:00am
Toddler Tales
Wed, Sep 24, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs and more. Drop-in event.
Preschool Stories
Wed, Sep 24, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed to promote early literacy and fine motor skills for preschoolers. Drop-in event.
Book Discussion - The House in the Pines by Ana Reyes
Wed, Sep 24, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Genre: Suspense, Thriller | Led by: Megan | Drop-in event
Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Wed, Sep 24, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees
SWABAF Action Figures Academy: Improv for Teens
Wed, Sep 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades 4-8: Through fun games, quick-thinking exercises, and collaborative storytelling, you'll discover how to say "Yes, And," build confidence, and turn any idea into a scene. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 12:00am
Bouncing Babies
Thu, Sep 25, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. Drop-in event.
Udemy: Online Courses to Learn a New Skill
Thu, Sep 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to use the library database Udemy to learn new skills. TPPL card required.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 9:00am
Bookmobile Stops - Tinley Park East & West
Thu, Sep 25, 3:45pm - 5:30pm
Visit the Bookmobile to check out books, movies and more, and pick up a special treat! Parkside (East) 3:45-4:15 pm; Fairmont Village (West) 4:25-4:50 pm; Radcliffe Place (West) 5-5:30 pm
Evening Storytime
Thu, Sep 25, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-8 with adult(s): Join us each week for themed stories, songs, activities, and a craft! Drop-in event.
Toddler Tales
Fri, Sep 26, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs and more. Drop-in event.
Super Smash Bros. Tournament
Fri, Sep 26, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades 6-Adult: Join a friendly competition among fellow Super Smash Bros. enthusiasts. All equipment provided. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 12:00am
Teen Volunteering - Family Activity Night - Popular Board Games
Fri, Sep 26, 6:15pm - 7:45pm
Grades 6-12: Assist librarians by helping with game play as well as set up and clean up.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 12:00am
Family Activity Night - Popular Board Games
Fri, Sep 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Families: Come to the library and spend some quality time together! We'll supply an assorment of popular games for your family to enjoy. Drop-in event.
Artist Alley - Fall Fandom Fest
Sat, Sep 27, 10:00am - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
All ages: Local artists, authors, and vendors will be selling their wares in our Meeting Room.
Fall Fandom Fest Grand Finale
Sat, Sep 27, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Join the fun inside the library and in our East lot with music, face painting, a mobile escape room, food trucks, a balloon artist, and more! See tplibrary.me/fff for full schedule.
Button Making
Sat, Sep 27, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Choose from a selection of fandoms to make your own button!
Disney: Craft and Create
Sat, Sep 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Drop in and create a special craft related to the magical world of Disney. Drop-in Event.
Teen Volunteering - Fandom Button Making
Sat, Sep 27, 10:00am - 11:30am
Grades 6-12: Assist librarians by making buttons for Fall Fandom Fest attendees.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 12:00am
Mobile Adventure Escape Room
Sat, Sep 27, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Test your sleuthing skills with your friends in this Superhero themed escape room! Ages 6+. Sign up in person on 9/27 for a time slot. Each participant must register individually.
Green Screen Photos
Sat, Sep 27, 11:00am - 1:00pm
All ages: Pop into our Teen Lounge to have your photo taken in front of a cool background!
Teen Fandom Trivia
Sat, Sep 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades 6-12: Join us for an exciting trivia challenge on Kahoot! Put your fandom knowledge to the test and compete for fantastic prizes! Drop-in event.
Teen Volunteering - Fandom Button Making
Sat, Sep 27, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Grades 6-12: Assist librarians by making buttons for Fall Fandom Fest attendees.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 12:00am
Nintendo Time
Sat, Sep 27, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Play a variety of video games on the library's Nintendo Switches or NES consoles. Sign up in person on 9/27 for a time slot.
Teen Volunteering - Fandom Tattoos and Face Painting
Sat, Sep 27, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Grades 6-12: Assist librarians by applying temporary tattoos or doing simple face painting for Fall Fandom Fest attendees.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 12:00am
Teen Volunteering - Fandom Tattoos and Face Painting
Sat, Sep 27, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Grades 6-12: Assist librarians by applying temporary tattoos or doing simple face painting for Fall Fandom Fest attendees.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 12:00am
Introduction to Cloud Storage
Sat, Sep 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn the benefits and drawbacks of cloud storage. Informational, no individual technology support provided. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 9:00am
Cosplay Showcase
Sat, Sep 27, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Calling all fandom fashionistas! Join us at the DJ booth to show off your creative costumes.
Interview Essentials: Strategies for Standing Out
Mon, Sep 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn tips to help you succeed at your next job interview. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 9:00am
Word: Basics
Mon, Sep 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's word-processing software. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 9:00am
Read, Taste, Discover: Apples
Mon, Sep 29, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades K-1: Read a story, taste several different varieties of apples, and create an apple-inspired craft in this juicy fall program! Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 12:00am
Preschool Stories
Tue, Sep 30, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed for preschoolers to promote early literacy and fine motor skils. No signup required..
Bouncing Babies
Tue, Sep 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages Birth - 23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. Drop-in event.
Videogame Club
Tue, Sep 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades 4-5: Play a variety of video games on the library's Nintendo Switches. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 7:00pm
Introduction to Genealogy: Uncover Your Family's Past
Tue, Sep 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn about the many genealogy resources in the library and beyond with this introductory course. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 9:00am
High School Book Club
Tue, Sep 30, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades 9-12: Read and talk about books! Each month we will discuss one book and choose the book for the following month. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 12:00am
Toddler Tales
Wed, Oct 01, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs and more. Drop-in event.
Preschool Stories
Wed, Oct 01, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed to promote early literacy and fine motor skills for preschoolers. Drop-in event.
Press Reader: How to access eNewspapers
Wed, Oct 01, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to remotely access the library's collection of eNewspapers on Press Reader on your favorite devices. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 9:00am
Baby Loves to Play
Wed, Oct 01, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-23 months with adult(s): Join us for a fun time as we let baby play and learn. Signup required.
Bouncing Babies
Thu, Oct 02, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. Drop-in event.
Novels & Nachos
Thu, Oct 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades K-8: Come learn about Illinois Readers' Choice Book Award nominees while snacking on nachos. Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 12:00am
Excel: Basics
Thu, Oct 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's spreadsheet application. Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 9:00am
Bluestem Book Club - Batcat by Maggie Ramm
Thu, Oct 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades 3-5: Each month, we'll discuss a different nominee from the 2025 Bluestem Readers' Choice List while enjoying a snack. We'll conclude with fun activities! Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 12:00am
Bookmobile Stops - Tinley Park South
Thu, Oct 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Visit the Bookmobile to check out books, movies, and more, and pick up a special treat! Brookside Glen - Glenbrook 4:30-4:55 pm Brookside Glen - Monaghan 5-5:30 pm
Digitize It: VHS Tapes
Thu, Oct 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn to digitize your VHS tapes. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 9:00am
Evening Storytime
Thu, Oct 02, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-8 with adult(s): Join us each week for themed stories, songs, activities, and a craft! Drop-in event.
Toddler Tales
Fri, Oct 03, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs and more. Drop-in event.
Pathlights Presents: Hold That Thought!
Fri, Oct 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn about the memory process, including types of memory, and strategies for helping with everyday forgetfulness. Presented by U of I Extension Family Life Educator Molly Hoffer. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am
Teen Video Games
Fri, Oct 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades 6-12: Play old-school Nintendo classics on the library's mini-NES consoles. Signup Required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 12:00am
Magazine Giveaway
Sat, Oct 04, All day
Discarded library magazines are available for free on the first Saturday of the month.
Bookmobile @ Walk to End Alzheimer's - South Suburban
Sat, Oct 04, 8:30am - 11:30am
Visit the Bookmobile and learn about library resources and programs for caregivers and those living with dementia. Event is held at 80th Ave Train Station.
Introduction to Google Apps
Sat, Oct 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to use various Google apps on your smartphone. Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 9:00am
Supported Storytime
Sat, Oct 04, 10:30am - 11:15am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): A visual schedule and sensory supports will be available in this adaptive storytime. Join us for stories, songs, movement, and sensory activities. Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 12:00am
Family Movie Subscription Bag - Children Ages 3-8
Mon, Oct 06, All day
Families with children ages 3-8: Sign up for a movie subscription box with a new theme each month! This month is focused on the supernatural. One signup per family, begins 9/15. Pickup begins 10/6.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 12:00am
Family Movie Subscription Bag - Children Ages 9-12
Mon, Oct 06, All day
Families with children ages 9-12: Sign up for a movie subscription box with a new theme each month! This month is focused on the supernatural. One signup per family, begins 9/15. Pickup begins 10/6.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 12:00am
Baby's First Book Bag
Mon, Oct 06, All day
Ages Birth - 23 months: Reading, singing and talking to your little one strengthens language and literacy skills. Enjoy this subscription service for our youngest patrons. Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 12:00am
Apple Devices: Basics
Mon, Oct 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Familiarize yourself with the basic features of your iPad or iPhone. Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 9:00am
Happy Little Painters
Mon, Oct 06, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Entering grades K-1: Bring out your inner artist and create a simple, step by step painting. Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 12:00am
Morningstar: Research Stocks with Confidence
Tue, Oct 07, 10:00am - 10:30am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
An introduction on how to use Morningstar to help you research investment opportunities and build your investment knowledge. Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 9:00am
Preschool Stories
Tue, Oct 07, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed for preschoolers to promote early literacy and fine motor skils. No signup required..
Bouncing Babies
Tue, Oct 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages Birth - 23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. Drop-in event.
Toddler Tales
Wed, Oct 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs and more. Drop-in event.
Preschool Stories
Wed, Oct 08, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed to promote early literacy and fine motor skills for preschoolers. Drop-in event.
Too Good to Be Missed Book Group - Trust by Hernan Diaz
Wed, Oct 08, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Genre: Literary | Led by: Rosemarie | Drop-in event
The First Cat in Space
Wed, Oct 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades 4-5: Have fun with a variety of games and activities all about the The First Cat in Space ate Pizza books. Signup required.
Movie Discussion Group - Get Out
Wed, Oct 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Watch at home and come to the library to discuss. 2017 | R | 104 minutes | Horror| Drop-in event
Bouncing Babies
Thu, Oct 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. Drop-in event.
PowerPoint: Basics
Thu, Oct 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to create Microsoft PowerPoint slideshows with dynamic features to spice up your presentations. Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 9:00am
Bookmobile Stops - Orland Hills
Thu, Oct 09, 3:15pm - 5:15pm
Visit the Bookmobile to check out materials and pick up a special treat! Pheasant Ridge/ Hunter Apartments 3:15-4 pm; Apartments of Orland 4:10-4:40 pm; Orland Hills Community Center 4:45-5:15 pm.
Create Professional Presentations with Canva
Thu, Oct 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to use the free graphic design tool Canva to create presentations for school or work. Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 9:00am
Evening Storytime
Thu, Oct 09, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-8 with adult(s): Join us each week for themed stories, songs, activities, and a craft! Drop-in event.
Toddler Tales
Fri, Oct 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs and more. Drop-in event.
Teen Paint Night - Neon Skeleton Painting
Fri, Oct 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades 6-12: Follow step-by-step instructions to create an original painting for Halloween. Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 12:00am
Bookmobile @ Tinley Park Farmers Market
Sat, Oct 11, 8:00am - 12:30pm
Visit the Bookmobile to make a free craft and pick up a treat! Learn about library events and resources, check out and return materials, or sign up for a library card. At Oak Park Ave & North Street.
Bilingual Storytime: Spanish and English
Sat, Oct 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Enjoy stories and songs in both Spanish and English. No signup required. Disfruten de cuentos y canciones para niños en español e inglés. No es necesario registrarse.
Tech Time: Apple Devices
Sat, Oct 11, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Bring any questions you may have about your Apple device for one on one support. Sessions are limited to 15 minutes per person.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 9:00am
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