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Registration opens:
January 15th, 2025

How to Read eMagazines
2025-02-10 18:00:00 2025-02-10 19:00:00 America/Chicago How to Read eMagazines 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. Tinley Park Public Library - 1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Monday, February 10
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-02-10 18:00:00 2025-02-10 19:00:00 America/Chicago How to Read eMagazines 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. Tinley Park Public Library - 1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Tinley Park Public Library

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

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.

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.

Tinley Park Public Library
Phone: 708-532-0160
Hours

Today's hours

We're open 9:00AM to 9:00PM

Mon, Dec 02 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Dec 03 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Dec 04 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Dec 05 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Dec 06 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Sat, Dec 07 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Dec 08 12:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

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 at least ten working days before an event.

Upcoming events

Family Movie Subscription Bag - Children Ages 3-8
Mon, Dec 02, All day
Families with children ages 3-8: Sign up for a movie subscription bag with a new theme each month! This month is focused on Musicals. One signup per family, begins Nov 15. Pickup begins Dec 2.
Registration is now closed
Family Movie Subscription Bag - Children Ages 9-12
Mon, Dec 02, All day
Families with children ages 9-12: Sign up for a movie subscription bag with a new theme each month! This month is focused on Musicals. One signup per family, begins Nov 15. Pickup begins Dec 2.
Registration is now closed
STEAM Ahead - Winter Fun
Mon, Dec 02, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades K-2: Join us for science-based activities on a fascinating theme: Winter Fun! Signup required.
This event is full
Spread the Cheer - Holiday Ornament Decorating
Mon, Dec 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades 3-5: Come make a festive ornament to donate to a local assisted living center and another one to keep at home! Signup required.
Mah Jongg Club
Tue, Dec 03, 11:00am - 1:00pm
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. Drop-in event.
How to Catch a Gingerbread Man
Wed, Dec 04, 11:00am - 11:45am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 4-5 with adult(s): Run, run, run, as fast as you can to the library for "How to Catch a Gingerbread Man" and create a gingerbread-inspired craft with your little one. Signup required.
Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Wed, Dec 04, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Board Room
Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees
The Essential Christmas Carol
Wed, Dec 04, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
In a storytelling lecture, William Pack will perform a reading of "A Christmas Carol" enhanced with a modern recreation of a magic lantern slide show popular during Dickens' lifetime. Signup required.
Stitch Club
Thu, Dec 05, 11:30am - 1:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Open to anyone who wants to meet, mingle, and share tips on needlecraft projects. Supplies not provided. Drop-in event.
Introduction to Apple Devices
Thu, Dec 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Bring your iPhone or iPad to learn more about Apple's mobile devices. Signup required.
Bluestem Book Club - Air by Monica Roe
Thu, Dec 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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.
Deepfake: ChatGPT and AI
Fri, Dec 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Learn about Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology innovations and how AI can influence various aspects of our lives and industries. Signup required.
Fairy Tale Theatre Presents - North Pole's Got Talent
Fri, Dec 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Families: Celebrate the holiday season with a funny show featuring elves, reindeer, and even Santa Claus himself! Tickets can be picked up in person at the Youth Services Desk starting November 23.
Magazine Giveaway
Sat, Dec 07, All day
Discarded library magazines are available for free on the first Saturday of the month.
Stories Around Town @ Krema Coffee - Offsite Event
Sat, Dec 07, 10:15am - 10:45am
Drop by for a 30-minute storytime at Krema Coffee in the Oak Park Ave Train Station from 10:15-10:45 am, and visit the Bookmobile to pick up a craft kit between 10-11 am. No signup required.
Fairy Tale Theatre Presents - North Pole's Got Talent
Sat, Dec 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Families: Celebrate the holiday season with a funny show featuring elves, reindeer, and even Santa Claus himself! Tickets can be picked up in person at the Youth Services Desk starting November 23.
Fairy Tale Theatre Presents - North Pole's Got Talent
Sat, Dec 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Families: Celebrate the holiday season with a funny show featuring elves, reindeer, and even Santa Claus himself! Tickets can be picked up in person at the Youth Services Desk starting November 23.
Information Literacy in the Age of AI and Social Media
Sun, Dec 08, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A,1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn how to identify misinformation and content created by AI on social media. Signup required.
Ageless Grace (Brain & Body Fitness) - Attend In Person
Mon, Dec 09, 10:00am - 10:45am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Work out your brain as well as your body in this fun, creative, and playful chair exercise program. Signup required for each in-person session. Signup for this session begins on November 15.
Ageless Grace (Brain & Body Fitness) - Attend Virtually
Mon, Dec 09, 10:00am - 10:45am
Work out your brain as well as your body in this fun, creative and playful chair exercise program. This virtual event is part of a series. Signup registers you for all virtual sessions.
Register
PowerPoint Basics
Mon, Dec 09, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn how to create Microsoft PowerPoint slideshows with dynamic features to spice up your presentations. Signup required.
Introduction to Google Apps
Tue, Dec 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn how to use various Google apps on your smartphone. Signup required.
YAC/Cafe Ole Yule Ball
Tue, Dec 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades 6-12. A magical night is in store at our annual YAC/Café Ole Yule Ball. Celebrate the delights of the season while enjoying refreshments. Signup required.
Illinois Libraries Present: Raina Telgemeier - Virtual Event - Youth Program
Tue, Dec 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us virtually for "The Magic of Raina Telgemeier," author and illustrator of the graphic novels Smile, Drama, Sisters, Ghosts, and Guts - all #1 New York Times bestsellers. Signup required.
Register
Music and Movement
Wed, Dec 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 2-3 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, songs, and fun, as we dance and sing together with instruments, scarves, music, and, of course, books! Drop-in event.
Parachute Fun!
Wed, Dec 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 4-5 years with adult(s): Sing and move as we explore the wonders of the parachute! Signup required.
Online Job Searching
Wed, Dec 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
In addition to online job searching, this class also covers Microsoft Word for resumes and cover letters. Signup required.
Cook Along From Home with Kristyn Slick: Holiday Cookies
Wed, Dec 11, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Learn to bake the perfect sugar cookie and decorate with royal icing. Sign up to attend online or watch the recording later. Recipes, ingredient list, and Zoom link will be emailed 2 weeks prior.
Movie Discussion Group - Die Hard
Wed, Dec 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Watch at home and come to the library to discuss. 1988 | R | 132 minutes | Action | Drop-in event
Chair Yoga
Thu, Dec 12, 11:30am - 12:30pm
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 November 15.
Cup Stacking
Thu, Dec 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades 3-5: Test your skill and speed by participating in an exciting variety of individual and group cup stacking challenges! Signup required.
This event is full
Merry Grinchmas
Thu, Dec 12, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades K-2: Calling all Whos! Join us for a reading of "How the Grinch Stole Christmas." Then, complete a Grinch-inspired craft to take home! Signup required.
This event is full
Friday Films: The Fall Guy (2024)
Fri, Dec 13, 11:00am - 1:05pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
2024 | PG-13 | 126 min | Action, Comedy | Closed Captioning | Drop-in event.
Friday Films: The Fall Guy (2024)
Fri, Dec 13, 2:00pm - 4:05pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
2024 | PG-13 | 126 min | Action, Comedy | Closed Captioning | Drop-in event.
Family Activity Night - Minute to Win It
Fri, Dec 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Families: You've seen the show. Now, it's your turn to give it a try! Attempt and complete a variety of fun and challenging tasks in under a minute.
Arabic Storytime
Sat, Dec 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Enjoy children's stories and songs in Arabic. No signup required.
Introduction to Android Devices
Sat, Dec 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Bring your phone or tablet to learn what makes Android unique. Signup required.
Denny Diamond Holiday Concert
Sun, Dec 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
A tribute to the joy of the holiday season with a splash of Christmas classics & popular songs from the American Songbook. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Signup required, begins November 15.
This event is full
Stories Around Town @ Krema Coffee - Offsite Event
Mon, Dec 16, 10:15am - 10:45am
Drop by for a 30-minute storytime at Krema Coffee in the Oak Park Ave Train Station from 10:15-10:45 am, and visit the Bookmobile to pick up a craft kit between 10-11 am. No signup required.
Ancestry.com Library Edition: Research Your Family History
Mon, Dec 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Start your genealogy research with the library's edition of the popular database. Signup required.
Paws and Relax
Mon, Dec 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades 9-12: Drop in anytime between 6:30 and 7:30 pm to take some time to unwind and de-stress from studying for finals with some therapy dogs! No signup required.
Memory Cafe
Tue, Dec 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
A comfortable social gathering for people living with dementia to attend with their care partners. Includes fun and creative engagement activities, music, and refreshments. Signup required.
Mah Jongg Club @ 80th Ave Metra Station - Offsite Event
Tue, Dec 17, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Players of all skill levels are welcome. An instructor will be on hand to teach those new to the game. This event is held offsite at Local One Station inside 80th Avenue Metra Station. Drop-in event.
Excel Basics
Tue, Dec 17, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's spreadsheet application. Signup required.
This event is full
Introduction to Windows 11
Wed, Dec 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Familiarize yourself with Microsoft's Windows 11. Signup required.
The Origins and History of Coffee @ Krema Coffee - Offsite Event
Wed, Dec 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Coffee connoisseur Brian Moskalik will discuss brewing, roasting, and tasting methods, extraction theory, and more. Enjoy an immersive tasting at the end of the presentation. Signup required.
Evening Yoga
Wed, Dec 18, 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 November 15.
Stitch Club
Thu, Dec 19, 11:30am - 1:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Open to anyone who wants to meet, mingle, and share tips on needlecraft projects. Supplies not provided. Drop-in event.
Out of the Ordinary Book Group - The Twelve Topsy-Turvy, Very Messy Days of Christmas
Thu, Dec 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Genre: Christmas Fiction | Led by: Cindy | Drop-in event
ILP: Little Women: The Musical (2022) - Virtual Screening
Fri, Dec 20, All day
Watch a recorded performance from the comfort of your home! View from December 20-22 only. Registration limited to 3,000. Signup required to receive email with a special link to view the recording.
Register
Digitize It: VHS Tapes
Fri, Dec 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn to digitize your VHS tapes. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Family Pajamarama
Fri, Dec 20, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Participate in stories, fingerplays, games, crafts, and songs. No signup required.
ILP: Little Women: The Musical (2022) - Virtual Screening
Sat, Dec 21, All day
Watch a recorded performance from the comfort of your home! View from December 20-22 only. Registration limited to 3,000. Signup required to receive email with a special link to view the recording.
Register
ILP: Little Women: The Musical (2022) - Virtual Screening
Sun, Dec 22, All day
Watch a recorded performance from the comfort of your home! View from December 20-22 only. Registration limited to 3,000. Signup required to receive email with a special link to view the recording.
Register
Ageless Grace (Brain & Body Fitness) - Attend In Person
Mon, Dec 23, 10:00am - 10:45am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Work out your brain as well as your body in this fun, creative, and playful chair exercise program. Signup required for each in-person session. Signup for this session begins on November 15.
Ageless Grace (Brain & Body Fitness) - Attend Virtually
Mon, Dec 23, 10:00am - 10:45am
Work out your brain as well as your body in this fun, creative and playful chair exercise program. This virtual event is part of a series. Signup registers you for all virtual sessions.
Register
Teen Origami
Fri, Dec 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades 6-12: Test your folding skills! We'll be creating pieces using the Japanese art of paper folding. Signup required.
This event is full
Supported Storytime - A Quiet New Year's Celebration
Sat, Dec 28, 10:30am - 11:15am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 3-8 years w/ adult(s): A visual schedule and sensory supports are in this adaptive storytime as we celebrate the New Year with a variety of low key (and equally fun!) activities. Signup required.
Noon Year's Eve
Mon, Dec 30, 11:30am - 12:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Families: Ring in the New Year with us as we create crafts, play games, dance, and count down our way into 2025! Signup required.
This event is full
Mah Jongg Club
Mon, Dec 30, 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. Drop-in event.
League of Aspiring Writers
Mon, Dec 30, 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.
Cook Along From Home w/ Kristyn Slick: New Year Celebration
Mon, Dec 30, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Embody the spirit of the season with luxurious and lucky dishes! Sign up to attend online, or watch the recording later. Recipes, ingredient list, and Zoom link will be emailed 2 weeks prior.
Stitch Club
Thu, Jan 02, 11:30am - 1:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Open to anyone who wants to meet, mingle, and share tips on needlecraft projects. Supplies not provided. Drop-in event.
Bluestem Book Club - Boardwalk Babies by Marissa Moss
Thu, Jan 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
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 Sunday, December 15 2024 at 12:00am
Magazine Giveaway
Sat, Jan 04, All day
Discarded library magazines are available for free on the first Saturday of the month.
Stories Around Town @ Krema Coffee - Offsite Event
Sat, Jan 04, 10:15am - 10:45am
Drop by for a 30-minute storytime at Krema Coffee in the Oak Park Ave Train Station from 10:15-10:45 am, and visit the Bookmobile to pick up a craft kit between 10-11 am. No signup required.
Family Movie Subscription Bag - Children Ages 3-8
Mon, Jan 06, All day
Families with children ages 3-8: Sign up for a movie subscription bag with a new theme each month! This month is focused on Snow and Winter. One signup per family, begins Dec 15. Pickup begins Jan 6.
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 12:00am
Family Movie Subscription Bag - Children Ages 9-12
Mon, Jan 06, All day
Families with children ages 9-12: Sign up for a movie subscription bag with a new theme each month! This month is focused on Snow and Winter. One signup per family, begins Dec 15. Pickup begins Jan 6.
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 12:00am
Online Preschool Stories - Recorded Virtual Event
Mon, Jan 06, All day
Ages 3-5 years with adult(s): Sign up to receive a link every Monday morning for a weekly storytime recording. Watch the recording any time during the week.
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 12:00am
Creativebug: Learn Crafting Projects Step-by-Step
Mon, Jan 06, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn how to use Creativebug to discover professionally-curated arts and crafts projects including videos and step-by-step guides. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 9:00am
Morning Stories @ Bettenhausen Recreation Center - Offsite Event
Tue, Jan 07, 10:00am - 10:30am
Indy Room
Ages 2-5 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. Location: Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center, 8125 W 171st St, Tinley Park, IL 60477. No signup required.
Mah Jongg Club
Tue, Jan 07, 11:00am - 1:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Players of all skill levels are welcome. No instructor will be available on January 7. Drop-in event.
Cut the Cable Cord
Tue, Jan 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn about streaming services, like Netflix and Hulu, and streaming devices, like Apple TV and Roku. Signup required.
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 9:00am
Teen Cross Stitch
Tue, Jan 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades 6-12: Learn how to cross stitch! Each participant will receive a small kit and instruction in the art of cross stitch. Light refreshments served. Signup required.
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 12:00am
Morning Stories
Wed, Jan 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 2-5 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. No signup required.
Bouncing Babies
Wed, Jan 08, 11:00am - 11:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.
Too Good to Be Missed Book Group - I'm Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy
Wed, Jan 08, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Genre: Memoir | Led by: Rosemarie | Drop-in event
Movie Discussion Group - Monty Python and the Holy Grail
Wed, Jan 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Watch at home and come to the library to discuss. 1975 | PG | 91 minutes | Comedy, Adventure, Fantasy| Drop-in event
Bouncing Babies
Thu, Jan 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.
Chair Yoga
Thu, Jan 09, 11:30am - 12:30pm
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 December 15.
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 9:00am
Evening Storytime @ Orland Hills Community Center - Offsite Event
Thu, Jan 09, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages 3-8 with adult(s): Join us each week for themed stories, songs, activities, and a craft! Location: Orland Hills Community Center 16553 S. Haven Avenue. No signup required.
Illinois Libraries Present: Steve Dolinsky - Virtual Event
Thu, Jan 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us virtually with Steve Dolinsky, Food Guy reporter at NBC 5, to dish on his new book about the styles, locales, and people that make Chicago a prime destination for pizza. Signup required.
Register
Friday Films: Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (2024)
Fri, Jan 10, 11:00am - 11:45am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
2024 | PG | 105 minutes | Fantasy, Comedy, Horror | Closed Captioning | Drop-in event.
Friday Films: Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (2024)
Fri, Jan 10, 2:00pm - 3:45pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
2024 | PG | 105 minutes | Fantasy, Comedy, Horror | Closed Captioning | Drop-in event.
Family Movie Night - Moana
Fri, Jan 10, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Families: Come to the library and spend some quality time with your family for a movie night! A snack and drink will be provided. No signup required.
Arabic Storytime
Sat, Jan 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Enjoy children's stories and songs in Arabic. No signup required.
Digitize It: Reel-to-Reel Films
Sat, Jan 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
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 Sunday, December 15 2024 at 9:00am
Online Preschool Stories - Recorded Virtual Event
Mon, Jan 13, All day
Ages 3-5 years with adult(s): Sign up to receive a link every Monday morning for a weekly storytime recording. Watch the recording any time during the week.
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 12:00am
Ageless Grace (Brain & Body Fitness) - Attend In Person
Mon, Jan 13, 10:00am - 10:45am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Work out your brain as well as your body in this fun, creative, and playful chair exercise program. Signup required for each in-person session. Signup for this session begins on December 15.
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 9:00am
Ageless Grace (Brain & Body Fitness) - Attend Virtually
Mon, Jan 13, 10:00am - 10:45am
Work out your brain as well as your body in this fun, creative and playful chair exercise program. This virtual event is part of a series. Signup registers you for all virtual sessions.
Register
Introduction to Google Apps
Mon, Jan 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn how to use various Google apps on your smartphone. Signup required.
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 9:00am
Preschool Lab - Winter Fun
Mon, Jan 13, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 4-5 years with adult(s): Join us for science-based activities on a fascinating theme: Winter Fun! Signup required.
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 12:00am
Wiggleworms
Mon, Jan 13, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 2-3 years with adult(s): Enjoy stories, songs, and a craft. Signup required.
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 12:00am
Introduction to Android Devices
Tue, Jan 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Bring your phone or tablet to learn what makes Android unique. Signup required.
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 9:00am
Morning Stories @ Bettenhausen Recreation Center - Offsite Event
Tue, Jan 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
Indy Room
Ages 2-5 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. Location: Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center, 8125 W 171st St, Tinley Park, IL 60477. No signup required.
Using Macronutrients to Plan Your Menu
Tue, Jan 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn how to use carbohydrates, fat, and protein to help battle cravings, boost the immune system, and fuel energy levels. Presented by Health & Wellness Coach Morgan Fedro. Signup required.
Youth Advisory Council - YAC
Tue, Jan 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades 6-12: Help plan teen programs at the library. Pizza and pop are served. Signup required.
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 12:00am
Cafe Ole
Tue, Jan 14, 7:05pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
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 Sunday, December 15 2024 at 12:00am
Morning Stories
Wed, Jan 15, 10:00am - 10:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 2-5 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. No signup required.
Bouncing Babies
Wed, Jan 15, 11:00am - 11:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.
Digitize It: Photos and Slides
Wed, Jan 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Learn to digitize your photos and slides. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 9:00am
Evening Yoga
Wed, Jan 15, 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 December 15.
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 9:00am
Cook Along from Home with Kristyn Slick: Vegan Comfort Food
Wed, Jan 15, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Warm up your winter with hearty dishes made without animal products. Sign up to attend online, or watch the recording later. Recipes, ingredient list, and Zoom link will be emailed 2 weeks prior.
Bouncing Babies
Thu, Jan 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.
Stitch Club
Thu, Jan 16, 11:30am - 1:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Open to anyone who wants to meet, mingle, and share tips on needlecraft projects. Supplies not provided. Drop-in event.
Evening Storytime @ Orland Hills Community Center - Offsite Event
Thu, Jan 16, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages 3-8 with adult(s): Join us each week for themed stories, songs, activities, and a craft! Location: Orland Hills Community Center 16553 S. Haven Avenue. No signup required.
Out of the Ordinary Book Group - Unlikely Animals by Annie Hartnett
Thu, Jan 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Genre: Magical Realism | Led by: Jenn | Drop-in event
Family Pajamarama
Fri, Jan 17, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Participate in stories, fingerplays, games, crafts, and songs. No signup required.
Diggin' Illinois
Sat, Jan 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
In this lecture and hands-on presentation, explore the state's fascinating archaeological record that spans some 13,000 years. Presented by anthropological archaeologist Dale Simpson. Signup required.
Online Preschool Stories - Recorded Virtual Event
Mon, Jan 20, All day
Ages 3-5 years with adult(s): Sign up to receive a link every Monday morning for a weekly storytime recording. Watch the recording any time during the week.
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 12:00am
Morningstar: Research Stocks with Confidence
Mon, Jan 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
An introduction on how to use Morningstar to help you research investment opportunities and build your investment knowledge. Signup required.
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 9:00am
Stories Around Town @ Krema Coffee - Offsite Event
Mon, Jan 20, 10:15am - 10:45am
Drop by for a 30-minute storytime at Krema Coffee in the Oak Park Ave Train Station from 10:15-10:45 am, and visit the Bookmobile to pick up a craft kit between 10-11 am. No signup required.
Stage-a-Scene
Mon, Jan 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades 3-5: Enjoy some light improv and fun acting games. Signup required.
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 12:00am
Guess Who? Mystery Animals
Mon, Jan 20, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades K-2: Discover our "Mystery Animal" through a series of clues that we uncover. Bring your best detective skills and be ready to listen, move, and create. Signup required.
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 12:00am
Morning Stories @ Bettenhausen Recreation Center - Offsite Event
Tue, Jan 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
Indy Room
Ages 2-5 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. Location: Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center, 8125 W 171st St, Tinley Park, IL 60477. No signup required.
Mah Jongg Club
Tue, Jan 21, 11:00am - 1:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Players of all skill levels are welcome. No instructor will be available on January 21. Drop-in event.
Ancestry.com Library Edition: Research Your Family History
Tue, Jan 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Start your genealogy research with the library's edition of the popular database. Signup required.
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 9:00am
Morning Stories
Wed, Jan 22, 10:00am - 10:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 2-5 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. No signup required.
Bouncing Babies
Wed, Jan 22, 11:00am - 11:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.
Introduction to Apple Devices
Wed, Jan 22, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Bring your iPhone or iPad to learn more about Apple's mobile devices. Signup required.
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 9:00am
Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Wed, Jan 22, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Board Room
Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees
Bouncing Babies
Thu, Jan 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.
Word Basics
Thu, Jan 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's word-processing software. Signup required.
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 9:00am
Evening Storytime @ Orland Hills Community Center - Offsite Event
Thu, Jan 23, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages 3-8 with adult(s): Join us each week for themed stories, songs, activities, and a craft! Location: Orland Hills Community Center 16553 S. Haven Avenue. No signup required.
Illinois Libraries Present: Michelle Buteau - Virtual Event
Thu, Jan 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join comedian, actress, and podcast host Michelle Buteau for a virtual conversation on love and laughter. Signup required.
Register
Create a Professional Profile with LinkedIn
Fri, Jan 24, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Enhance your professional presence with a LinkedIn profile. Signup required.
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 9:00am
Teen Digital Art
Fri, Jan 24, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades 6-12: Learn how to create digital works of art with a stylus and an iPad on the ProCreate app. Signup required.
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 12:00am
Supported Storytime
Sat, Jan 25, 10:30am - 11:15am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
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 Sunday, December 15 2024 at 12:00am
Jigsaw Puzzle Challenge - Ages 18+
Sat, Jan 25, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Face off against others to complete the same puzzle. Teams of 4 will be formed the day of the event. Tinley Park cardholder signup begins Dec 15. If space allows, others may sign up beginning Jan 7.
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 9:00am
Deepfake: ChatGPT and AI
Sun, Jan 26, 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 Sunday, December 15 2024 at 9:00am
Online Preschool Stories - Recorded Virtual Event
Mon, Jan 27, All day
Ages 3-5 years with adult(s): Sign up to receive a link every Monday morning for a weekly storytime recording. Watch the recording any time during the week.
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 12:00am
Ageless Grace (Brain & Body Fitness) - Attend In Person
Mon, Jan 27, 10:00am - 10:45am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Work out your brain as well as your body in this fun, creative, and playful chair exercise program. Signup required for each in-person session. Signup for this session begins on December 15.
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 9:00am
Ageless Grace (Brain & Body Fitness) - Attend Virtually
Mon, Jan 27, 10:00am - 10:45am
Work out your brain as well as your body in this fun, creative and playful chair exercise program. This virtual event is part of a series. Signup registers you for all virtual sessions.
Register
Mah Jongg Club
Mon, Jan 27, 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. Drop-in event.
League of Aspiring Writers
Mon, Jan 27, 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.
Morning Stories @ Bettenhausen Recreation Center - Offsite Event
Tue, Jan 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
Indy Room
Ages 2-5 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. Location: Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center, 8125 W 171st St, Tinley Park, IL 60477. No signup required.
Memory Cafe
Tue, Jan 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
A comfortable social gathering for people living with dementia to attend with their care partners. Includes fun and creative engagement activities, music, and refreshments. Signup required.
Resume Tips and Tricks
Tue, Jan 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn techniques to help your resume get seen by a human. Signup required.
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 9:00am
Morning Stories
Wed, Jan 29, 10:00am - 10:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 2-5 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. No signup required.
Bouncing Babies
Wed, Jan 29, 11:00am - 11:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.
Fun With Puppets
Wed, Jan 29, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 4-5 years with adult(s): Design your own mini theater and have fun with some finger puppets. Signup required.
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 12:00am
Chicago True Stories of the 1920s - Virtual Event
Wed, Jan 29, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Martina Mathisen portrays a flapper named Flora, telling us how fashion, crime, and prohibition shaped the decade of the century. Attend online or watch recording later. Signup required.
Bouncing Babies
Thu, Jan 30, 10:00am - 10:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.
Evening Storytime @ Orland Hills Community Center - Offsite Event
Thu, Jan 30, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages 3-8 with adult(s): Join us each week for themed stories, songs, activities, and a craft! Location: Orland Hills Community Center 16553 S. Haven Avenue. No signup required.
Self-Expression Through Movement
Thu, Jan 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Embrace joy, release stress, and have fun! Elaine Gotfryd Noonan will guide you through creative movements with focus on flow of body and breath. Bring a mat or towel. Signup begins on December 15.
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 9:00am
The Floor is Lava
Fri, Jan 31, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades K-2: Play along as the library turns into a lava jumping adventure! Players must imagine that the floor is molten hot lava while jumping across foam game pieces! Signup required.
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 12:00am
Draw with Numbers
Fri, Jan 31, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades 3-5: Transform printed numbers into animals as you work on your drawing skills. Signup required.
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 12:00am
Bookmark Contest
Sat, Feb 01, All day
Grades K-12: Decorate a reading-themed bookmark for a chance to win a prize! Winning bookmarks will be displayed at the library.
Magazine Giveaway
Sat, Feb 01, All day
Discarded library magazines are available for free on the first Saturday of the month.
Stories Around Town @ Krema Coffee - Offsite Event
Sat, Feb 01, 10:15am - 10:45am
Drop by for a 30-minute storytime at Krema Coffee in the Oak Park Ave Train Station from 10:15-10:45 am, and visit the Bookmobile to pick up a craft kit between 10-11 am. No signup required.
Storytime at Tinley Park Historical Society - Offsite Event
Sun, Feb 02, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Families: Join us for a storytime and an opportunity to learn about the beginnings of our very own community, Tinley Park! Located at Tinley Park Historical Society, 6727 174th St. No signup required.
Family Movie Subscription Bag - Children Ages 3-8
Mon, Feb 03, All day
Families with children ages 3-8: Sign up for a movie subscription bag with a new theme each month! This month is focused on Friendship. One signup per family, begins Jan 15. Pickup begins Feb 3.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 9:00am
Family Movie Subscription Bag - Children Ages 9-12
Mon, Feb 03, All day
Families with children ages 9-12: Sign up for a movie subscription bag with a new theme each month! This month is focused on Friendship. One signup per family, begins Jan 15. Pickup begins Feb 3.
Online Preschool Stories - Recorded Virtual Event
Mon, Feb 03, All day
Ages 3-5 years with adult(s): Sign up to receive a link every Monday morning for a weekly storytime recording. Watch the recording any time during the week.
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 12:00am
Introduction to Google Apps
Mon, Feb 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn how to use various Google apps on your smartphone. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 9:00am
Morning Stories @ Bettenhausen Recreation Center - Offsite Event
Tue, Feb 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
Indy Room
Ages 2-5 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. Location: Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center, 8125 W 171st St, Tinley Park, IL 60477. No signup required.
Mah Jongg Club
Tue, Feb 04, 11:00am - 1:00pm
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. Drop-in event.
One Night Ultimate Game Night
Tue, Feb 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades 6-12: Explore the universe of One Night Ultimate Games. Can you spot the secret werewolf, alien, or supervillain? Light refreshments served. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 12:00am
Illinois Libraries Present: James McBride - Virtual Event
Tue, Feb 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us for a virtual interview with bestselling author James McBride. Explore his literary journey and the themes of race, identity, and resilience that resonate throughout his work. Signup required.
Register
Morning Stories
Wed, Feb 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 2-5 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. No signup required.
Bouncing Babies
Wed, Feb 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.
Book Discussion - American Sirens by Kevin Hazzard
Wed, Feb 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Genre: History | Led by: Kate | Drop-in event
Chicago's Haunted Bars and Pubs @ Banging Gavel Brews - Offsite Event
Wed, Feb 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Banquet Room
Join us at The Vogt House by Banging Gavel Brews, as local paranormal expert Bob Trzeciak shares stories of supernatural sightings at nightspots in and around Chicago. Ages 21+. Signup required.
Bouncing Babies
Thu, Feb 06, 10:00am - 10:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.
Stitch Club
Thu, Feb 06, 11:30am - 1:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Open to anyone who wants to meet, mingle, and share tips on needlecraft projects. Supplies not provided. Drop-in event.
Bluestem Book Club - King of the Ice by Kelly Starling Lyons
Thu, Feb 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
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.
Introduction to Windows 11
Thu, Feb 06, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Familiarize yourself with Microsoft's Windows 11. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 9:00am
Evening Storytime @ Orland Hills Community Center - Offsite Event
Thu, Feb 06, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages 3-8 with adult(s): Join us each week for themed stories, songs, activities, and a craft! Location: Orland Hills Community Center 16553 S. Haven Avenue. No signup required.
Cut the Cable Cord
Fri, Feb 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn about streaming services, like Netflix and Hulu, and streaming devices, like Apple TV and Roku. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 9:00am
Rescheduled
Family Pajamarama
Fri, Feb 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
New date Friday, February 07, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Participate in stories, fingerplays, games, crafts, and songs. No signup required.
Family Pajamarama
Fri, Feb 07, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Participate in stories, fingerplays, games, crafts, and songs. No signup required.
Preschool Fair
Sat, Feb 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Families: Drop in to meet representatives from local preschools to help you find the right experience for your child. No signup required.
Abraham Lincoln @ Tinley Park Historical Society - Offsite Event
Sat, Feb 08, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
In this portrayal, Abraham Lincoln discusses the twelve turbulent years from 1854 to 1865 which nearly destroyed our young nation but instead resulted in a "new birth of freedom." Signup required.
Online Preschool Stories - Recorded Virtual Event
Mon, Feb 10, All day
Ages 3-5 years with adult(s): Sign up to receive a link every Monday morning for a weekly storytime recording. Watch the recording any time during the week.
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 12:00am
Ageless Grace (Brain & Body Fitness) - Attend In Person
Mon, Feb 10, 10:00am - 10:45am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Work out your brain as well as your body in this fun, creative, and playful chair exercise program. Signup required for each in-person session. Signup for this session begins on January 15.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 9:00am
Ageless Grace (Brain & Body Fitness) - Attend Virtually
Mon, Feb 10, 10:00am - 10:45am
Work out your brain as well as your body in this fun, creative and playful chair exercise program. This virtual event is part of a series. Signup registers you for all virtual sessions.
Register
Valentine's Day Crafts
Mon, Feb 10, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Grades K-2: Love is in the air! Join us in making a Valentine's Day decoration as well as a card for that special someone! Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 12:00am
How to Read eMagazines
Mon, Feb 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
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 Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 9:00am
Morning Stories @ Bettenhausen Recreation Center - Offsite Event
Tue, Feb 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
Indy Room
Ages 2-5 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. Location: Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center, 8125 W 171st St, Tinley Park, IL 60477. No signup required.
Housing & Home Care Options for Older Adults @ Senior Center - Offsite Event
Tue, Feb 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Home specialist Mark Levy discusses housing, care options, and financial considerations when planning for yourself or a loved one. In partnership with Pathlights. At TP Senior Center. Signup required.
Youth Advisory Council - YAC
Tue, Feb 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades 6-12: Help plan teen programs at the library. Pizza and pop are served. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 12:00am
Cafe Ole
Tue, Feb 11, 7:05pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
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 Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 12:00am
Morning Stories
Wed, Feb 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 2-5 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. No signup required.
Bouncing Babies
Wed, Feb 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.
Too Good to Be Missed Book Group - The Ferryman by Justin Cronin
Wed, Feb 12, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Genre: Dystopian | Led by: Dominique | Drop-in event
Cook Along From Home with Kristyn Slick: Chocolate Workshop
Wed, Feb 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Learn to temper chocolate, make ganache and craft enchanting desserts. Sign up to attend online, or watch the recording later. Recipes, ingredient list, and Zoom link will be emailed 2 weeks prior.
Movie Discussion Group - One Night in Miami...
Wed, Feb 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Watch at home and come to the library to discuss. 2020 | R | 114 minutes | Drama | Drop-in event
Bouncing Babies
Thu, Feb 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.
Chair Yoga
Thu, Feb 13, 11:30am - 12:30pm
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 January 15.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 9:00am
Evening Storytime @ Orland Hills Community Center - Offsite Event
Thu, Feb 13, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages 3-8 with adult(s): Join us each week for themed stories, songs, activities, and a craft! Location: Orland Hills Community Center 16553 S. Haven Avenue. No signup required.
Emancipation to Inauguration: Chicago's Black Experience
Thu, Feb 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Join historian Clarence Goodman as he delves into the rich, nuanced, and profound history of Black Chicagoans throughout the years. Signup required.
Friday Films: Fly Me to the Moon (2024)
Fri, Feb 14, 11:00am - 1:12pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
2024 | PG-13 | 132 minutes | Romantic Comedy, Drama | Closed Captioning | Drop-in event.
Friday Films: Fly Me to the Moon (2024)
Fri, Feb 14, 2:00pm - 4:12pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
2024 | PG-13 | 132 minutes | Romantic Comedy, Drama | Closed Captioning | Drop-in event.
Arabic Storytime
Sat, Feb 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Enjoy children's stories and songs in Arabic. No signup required.
Stories Around Town @ Krema Coffee - Offsite Event
Mon, Feb 17, 10:15am - 10:45am
Drop by for a 30-minute storytime at Krema Coffee in the Oak Park Ave Train Station from 10:15-10:45 am, and visit the Bookmobile to pick up a craft kit between 10-11 am. No signup required.
Introduction to Android Devices
Mon, Feb 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Bring your phone or tablet to learn what makes Android unique. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 9:00am
Game On! - Card Games
Mon, Feb 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades 3-5: Learn how to play the card game Speed. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 12:00am
Bubbly Ballerinas
Mon, Feb 17, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 4-5 years with adult(s): Calling all budding ballerinas! Twirl and whirl your way through this program as we dance, create a craft, and more! Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 12:00am
Mah Jongg Club
Tue, Feb 18, 11:00am - 1:00pm
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. Drop-in event.
Introduction to Apple Devices
Tue, Feb 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Bring your iPhone or iPad to learn more about Apple's mobile devices. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 9:00am
Create with Me
Tue, Feb 18, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 4-5 years with adult(s): Your child and their favorite adult will create a keepsake art project. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 12:00am
Pinocchio: A Story of Art, Folklore, and Myth
Wed, Feb 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Art educator Brandon Johnson discusses the moral lessons and enduring legacy of Pinocchio, a wooden puppet who yearns to become a real boy. Signup required.
Evening Yoga
Wed, Feb 19, 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 January 15.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 9:00am
Illinois Libraries Present: Amy Tan - Virtual
Wed, Feb 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us for a virtual interview with bestselling author Amy Tan. Amy will discuss her latest work and share insights into the inspirations behind her unforgettable characters. Signup required
Register
Stitch Club
Thu, Feb 20, 11:30am - 1:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Open to anyone who wants to meet, mingle, and share tips on needlecraft projects. Supplies not provided. Drop-in event.
Out of the Ordinary Book Group - Happily Never After by Lynn Painter
Thu, Feb 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Genre: Romantic Comedy | Led by: Cindy | Drop-in event
Cancelled
Excel Basics
Fri, Feb 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's spreadsheet application. Signup required.
Excel Basics
Fri, Feb 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's spreadsheet application. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 9:00am
Rescheduled
Family Activity Night - Cosmic Bingo
Fri, Feb 21, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
New date Friday, February 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Families: Come to the library to spend some quality time together! Join us for a fun night of glow-in-the-dark bingo. No signup required.
Family Activity Night - Cosmic Bingo
Fri, Feb 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Families: Come to the library to spend some quality time together! Join us for a fun night of glow-in-the-dark bingo. No signup required.
Supported Storytime
Sat, Feb 22, 10:30am - 11:15am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
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 Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 12:00am
Deepfake: ChatGPT and AI
Sat, Feb 22, 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 Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 9:00am
Ageless Grace (Brain & Body Fitness) - Attend In Person
Mon, Feb 24, 10:00am - 10:45am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Work out your brain as well as your body in this fun, creative, and playful chair exercise program. Signup required for each in-person session. Signup for this session begins on January 15.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 9:00am
Ageless Grace (Brain & Body Fitness) - Attend Virtually
Mon, Feb 24, 10:00am - 10:45am
Work out your brain as well as your body in this fun, creative and playful chair exercise program. This virtual event is part of a series. Signup registers you for all virtual sessions.
Register
Mah Jongg Club
Mon, Feb 24, 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. Drop-in event.
League of Aspiring Writers
Mon, Feb 24, 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.
Memory Cafe
Tue, Feb 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
A comfortable social gathering for people living with dementia to attend with their care partners. Includes fun and creative engagement activities, music, and refreshments. Signup required.
Digitize It: VHS Tapes
Tue, Feb 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn to digitize your VHS tapes. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 9:00am
How to Use eAudiobooks and eBooks
Tue, Feb 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
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 Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 9:00am
Movin' and Groovin' Indoors
Wed, Feb 26, 10:00am - 10:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 2-3 years with adult(s): Kids will engage with interactive stories and move to upbeat rhythms. No signup required.
Inspiration Room
Wed, Feb 26, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades K-2: Discover, learn, and create, all while having fun! Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 12:00am
Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Wed, Feb 26, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Board Room
Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees
DIY Electro Dough
Wed, Feb 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades 3-5: Create and bring your own Electro Dough animals or creatures to life with LED eyes, buzzing bodies, and silly switches. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 12:00am
Digitize It: Vinyl Records
Thu, Feb 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
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 Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 9:00am
Self-Expression Through Movement
Thu, Feb 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Embrace joy, release stress, and have fun! Elaine Gotfryd Noonan will guide you through creative movements with focus on flow of body and breath. Bring a mat or towel. Signup begins on January 15.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 9:00am
PowerPoint Basics
Fri, Feb 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn how to create Microsoft PowerPoint slideshows with dynamic features to spice up your presentations. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 9:00am
"Sew" Simple
Fri, Feb 28, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades 6-12: Choose from two seasonal projects as you visit with other sewers. All supplies provided. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 12:00am
Magazine Giveaway
Sat, Mar 01, All day
Discarded library magazines are available for free on the first Saturday of the month.
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