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Illinois Libraries Present: Michelle Buteau - Virtual Event
2025-01-23 19:00:00 2025-01-23 20:00:00 America/Chicago Illinois Libraries Present: Michelle Buteau - Virtual Event Join comedian, actress, and podcast host Michelle Buteau for a virtual conversation on love and laughter. Signup required. Virtual event -

Thursday, January 23
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-01-23 19:00:00 2025-01-23 20:00:00 America/Chicago Illinois Libraries Present: Michelle Buteau - Virtual Event Join comedian, actress, and podcast host Michelle Buteau for a virtual conversation on love and laughter. Signup required. Virtual event -

Join comedian, actress, and podcast host Michelle Buteau for a virtual conversation on love and laughter. Signup required.

Illinois Libraries Present: Love and Laughs with Michelle Buteau - Virtual

Join comedian, actress, and podcast host Michelle Buteau for a virtual conversation on love and laughter. Get ready to laugh, relate, and be inspired by her unique perspective and infectious energy. Signup required.

Signup to attend virtually here, https://bit.ly/ILP_MichelleButeau

This event is made possible by Illinois Libraries Present, a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering premier events. ILP is funded in part by a grant awarded by the Illinois State Library, a department of the Office of Secretary of State, using funds provided by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services, under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA).

ILP is committed to inclusion and accessibility. To request accommodations, please email illinoislibrariespresent@gmail.com

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

Today's hours

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

We're closed Tuesday December 24
We're closed Wednesday December 25
Mon, Dec 23 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Dec 24 Closed
Wed, Dec 25 Closed
Thu, Dec 26 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Dec 27 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Sat, Dec 28 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Dec 29 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

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.
This event is full
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.
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.
This event is full
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
This event is full
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: Terry | 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.
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 - 12:45pm
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
This event is full
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.
This event is full
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.
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, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Bring your iPhone or iPad to learn more about Apple's mobile devices. Signup required.
Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Wed, Jan 22, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B,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.
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.
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.
This event is full
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
This event is full
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.
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 12:00am
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.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 12:00am
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.
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.
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
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees
DIY Electro Dough
Wed, Feb 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
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.
Stories Around Town @ Krema Coffee - Offsite Event
Sat, Mar 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.
Family Movie Subscription Bag - Children Ages 9-12
Mon, Mar 03, 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 Female Main Characters. One signup per family. Pickup begins March 3.
Family Movie Subscription Bag - Children Ages 3-8
Mon, Mar 03, 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 Female Main Characters. One signup per family. Pickup begins March 3.
Cut the Cable Cord
Mon, Mar 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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 Saturday, February 15 2025 at 9:00am
Morning Stories @ Bettenhausen Recreation Center - Off site Event
Tue, Mar 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.
Create Professional Presentations with Canva
Tue, Mar 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn how to use the free graphic design tool Canva to create presentations for school or work.
Registration opens Saturday, February 15 2025 at 9:00am
Morning Stories
Wed, Mar 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, Mar 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.
Introduction to Apple Devices
Wed, Mar 05, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Bring your iPhone or iPad to learn more about Apple's mobile devices. Signup required.
Registration opens Saturday, February 15 2025 at 9:00am
Bouncing Babies
Thu, Mar 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.
Bluestem Book Club - The Incredibly Dead Pets of Rex Dexter by Aaron Reynolds
Thu, Mar 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
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 Saturday, February 15 2025 at 12:00am
Evening Storytime @ Orland Hills Community Center - Offsite Event
Thu, Mar 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.
Family Activity Night - Kahoot!
Fri, Mar 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Families: Be the first to answer family-friendly trivia while playing Kahoot!, the game where speed counts! Ideal for families with children ages 5 and up. No signup required.
Creativebug: Learn Crafting Projects Step-by-Step
Sat, Mar 08, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
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 Saturday, February 15 2025 at 9:00am
Mar10 Day
Mon, Mar 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades K-2: Here we go! Lets celebrate all things Mario with some games and crafts! Signup required.
Registration opens Saturday, February 15 2025 at 12:00am
Greyt Readers
Mon, Mar 10, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
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 Saturday, February 15 2025 at 12:00am
Greyt Readers
Mon, Mar 10, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
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 Saturday, February 15 2025 at 12:00am
Greyt Readers
Mon, Mar 10, 7:30pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
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 Saturday, February 15 2025 at 12:00am
Morning Stories @ Bettenhausen Recreation Center - Off site Event
Tue, Mar 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.
Introduction to Windows 11
Tue, Mar 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Familiarize yourself with Microsoft's Windows 11. Signup required.
Registration opens Saturday, February 15 2025 at 9:00am
Youth Advisory Council - YAC
Tue, Mar 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 Saturday, February 15 2025 at 12:00am
Cafe Ole
Tue, Mar 11, 7:00pm - 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 Saturday, February 15 2025 at 12:00am
Morning Stories
Wed, Mar 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, Mar 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 - Circe by Madeline Miller
Wed, Mar 12, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Genre: Mythology, Historical | Led by: Megan | Drop-in event
Movie Discussion Group - Suffragette
Wed, Mar 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Watch at home and come to the library to discuss. 2015 | PG-13 | 106 minutes | History, Drama | Drop-in event
Bouncing Babies
Thu, Mar 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.
Evening Storytime @ Orland Hills Community Center - Offsite Event
Thu, Mar 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.
Digitize It: Photos and Slides
Fri, Mar 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B,Conversion Station
Learn to digitize your photos and slides. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Registration opens Saturday, February 15 2025 at 9:00am
Arabic Storytime
Sat, Mar 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, Mar 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 Google Apps
Mon, Mar 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn how to use various Google apps on your smartphone. Signup required.
Registration opens Saturday, February 15 2025 at 9:00am
Morning Stories @ Bettenhausen Recreation Center - Off site Event
Tue, Mar 18, 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.
Excel: Basics
Tue, Mar 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's spreadsheet application. Signup required.
Registration opens Saturday, February 15 2025 at 9:00am
Morning Stories
Wed, Mar 19, 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, Mar 19, 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.
Bouncing Babies
Thu, Mar 20, 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, Mar 20, 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 - Small Mercies by Dennis Lehane
Thu, Mar 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Genre: Historical, Mystery | Led by: Jenn | Drop-in event
Excel: Intermediate
Fri, Mar 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn to format and arrange data to improve the functionality and analysis of your dataset. Signup required.
Registration opens Saturday, February 15 2025 at 9:00am
Family Pajamarama
Fri, Mar 21, 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.
Supported Storytime
Sat, Mar 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 Saturday, February 15 2025 at 12:00am
PowerPoint: Basics
Mon, Mar 24, 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.
Registration opens Saturday, February 15 2025 at 9:00am
Morning Stories @ Bettenhausen Recreation Center - Off site Event
Tue, Mar 25, 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, Mar 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
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, Mar 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 Saturday, February 15 2025 at 9:00am
Videogame Club
Tue, Mar 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades 4-5: Play a variety of video games on the library's Nintendo Switches. Signup required.
Registration opens Saturday, February 15 2025 at 12:00am
Whodunits Present - The Case of the Missing Baseball
Tue, Mar 25, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades 4-8: Use your best detective skills to interrogate the suspects and find out "whodunit" during this interactive performance. Signup required.
Morning Stories
Wed, Mar 26, 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, Mar 26, 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.
Excel: Advanced
Wed, Mar 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn advanced level Excel skills. Signup required.
Registration opens Saturday, February 15 2025 at 9:00am
Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Wed, Mar 26, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Board Room
Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees
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