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Are You Smarter than a Librarian?

Mon, May 12, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Grades K-5: Readers practice their developing skills out loud to a greyhound dog for up to 15 minutes. Start times at 6:30 and 6:45 pm. Further details on library event calendar. Signup required.

Registration is now closed

Mon, May 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

1st floor - Meeting Room B

Grades 4-8: Think you're smarter than a librarian? Test your knowledge by competing in a trivia competition against a team of librarians. Signup required.

Registration is now closed

Mon, May 12, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Grades K-5: Readers practice their developing skills out loud to a greyhound dog for up to 15 minutes. Start times at 7 and 7:15 pm. Further details on library event calendar. Signup required.

Wits Workout for Older Adults

Mon, May 12, 7:30pm - 8:00pm

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Grades K-5: Readers practice their developing skills out loud to a greyhound dog for up to 15 minutes. Start times at 7:30 and 7:45 pm. Further details on library event calendar. Signup required.

This event is full

Word: Basics

Tue, May 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's word-processing software. Signup required.

Tue, May 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Give your brain the workout it needs to stay sharp! Join us for fun brain-teasers, games, and puzzles that get you thinking. Made possible through a grant from Age Options. Signup required

Colleen Moore: Silent Film Star, Doll House Creator

Tue, May 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Join Storyteller Lynn Rymarz as she shares the story of the remarkable Colleen Moore, whose fairy doll house creation is displayed at Chicago's Griffin Museum of Science and Industry. Signup required.

Ancestry.com Library Edition: Research Your Family History

Tue, May 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Start your genealogy research with the library's edition of the popular database. Signup required.

Youth Advisory Council - YAC

Tue, May 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room

Grades 6-12: Help plan teen programs at the library. Pizza and pop are served. Signup required.

Cafe Ole

Tue, May 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room

Grades 6-12: Hang out with your friends, eat cookies, sip on a hot or cold drink, and enjoy a different activity each time. Signup required.

Illinois Libraries Present: Matthew Desmond - Virtual

Tue, May 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Join us for a virtual discussion with sociologist Matthew Desmond, author of "Evicted: Poverty and Profit in the American City." Signup required.

Too Good to Be Missed Book Group - The Dovekeepers by Alice Hoffman

Wed, May 14, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A

Genre: Historical | Led by: Dominique | Drop-in event

Music and Movement

Wed, May 14, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 2-3 with adult(s): Join us for stories, songs, and fun! We'll dance and sing together with instruments, scarves, music, and, of course, books! No signup required.

Movie Discussion Group - The Farewell

Wed, May 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Watch at home and come to the library to discuss. 2019 | PG | 100 minutes | Drama, Comedy | Drop-in event

Storytime with the Illinois State Treasurer's Office

Thu, May 15, 10:00am - 10:30am

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 2-5 with adult(s): Join us for a storytime including money-themed books. Then enjoy a fun activity presented by a member of the Illinois State Treasurer's Office. No signup required.

Thu, May 15, 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.

Caudill Book Club Offsite Event - Best of 2025

Thu, May 15, 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.

Thu, May 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Grades 6-8: Participants read a title from the Caudill 2025 Young Readers' Book Award nominee list each month. Offsite location, see long description for details. Signup required.

Out of the Ordinary Book Group - Tripped by Norman Ohler

Thu, May 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A

Genre: History | Led by: Doug | Drop-in event

Friday Films: White Bird (2024)

Fri, May 16, 11:00am - 1:00pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Friday Films: White Bird (2024)

Fri, May 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Bring your iPhone or iPad to learn more about Apple's mobile devices. Signup required.

Fri, May 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Family Pajamarama

Fri, May 16, 6:30pm - 7:15pm

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Participate in stories, fingerplays, games, crafts, and songs. No signup required.

Supported Storytime

Sat, May 17, 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.

This event is full

Using Consumer Reports

Sun, May 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn how to use Consumer Reports to access articles and product reviews. Signup required.

Stories Around Town @ Krema Coffee - Offsite Event

Mon, May 19, 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.

HeritageHub: Research Your Family History

Mon, May 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn how to use the library's HeritageHub database for genealogy research. Signup required.

League of Aspiring Writers

Mon, May 19, 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.

Mon, May 19, 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.

How to Listen to Podcasts

Tue, May 20, 10:00am - 11:00am

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn how to find and listen to podcasts on your favorite devices. Signup required.

Start Up: Navigating Your Business Plan

Tue, May 20, 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. Event will be held at Local One Station inside the 80th Avenue Metra Station on May 6. Drop-in

Tue, May 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn how to use GALE Business Plan Builder to put together your next business plan. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.

Videogame Club

Tue, May 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Grades 3-5: Play a variety of video games on the library's Nintendo Switches. Signup required.

Lotus Lantern Workshop

Wed, May 21, 11:00am - 12:30pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Make your own lotus flower lantern! Learn about Korea's history through a documentary film and short presentation. TP cardholder signup begins Apr 15. If space allows, others may sign up May 1.

Digitize It: Vinyl Records

Wed, May 21, 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.

Apple Devices: Advanced

Wed, May 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn about some of the advanced features of your iPhone or iPad. Signup required.

Evening Yoga

Wed, May 21, 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 April 15.

Excel: Intermediate

Thu, May 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn to format and arrange data to improve the functionality and analysis of your dataset. Signup required.

Fri, May 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn to digitize your vinyl records and cassette tapes using our conversion station. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.

Teen Game Night - Codenames: Disney Edition

Fri, May 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Grades 6-12: Learn how to play the strategy game, Codenames: Disney edition. Novices and experts welcome. Signup required.

Online Job Searching

Sat, May 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn tips for online job searching. Signup required.

Memory Cafe

Tue, May 27, 10:30am - 11:30am

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

A comfortable social gathering for people living with memory loss or dementia to attend with a care partner. Includes fun and creative engagement activities, music, and refreshments. Signup required.

Fairy Tale Theatre Auditions

Tue, May 27, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Finishing grades 6-12: Auditions are being held for this year's Fairy Tale Theatre production. For more information, please visit tplibrary.me/ftt-actors or call the Youth & Teen Services Desk.

Introduction to Cloud Storage

Tue, May 27, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn the benefits and drawbacks of cloud storage. Informational, no individual technology support provided. Signup required.

This event is full

Paws and Relax - for High Schoolers

Tue, May 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Grades 9-12: Take some time to unwind and de-stress from studying for finals with some therapy dogs! Drop in for a few snuggles, cuddles, and plenty of affection from these pups. No signup required.

Novelist+: Discover Your Next Read

Wed, May 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn how to use the Novelist+ database to discover new books to read. Signup required.

Resume Tips and Tricks

Wed, May 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Learn techniques to help your resume get seen by a human. Signup required.

Clearing the Clutter

Wed, May 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Learn how to take control of your clutter with professional organizer Colleen Klimczak. Signup required.

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Wed, May 28, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Board Room

Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees

Excel: Advanced

Thu, May 29, 10:00am - 12:00pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn advanced level Excel skills. Signup required.

Self-Expression Through Movement

Thu, May 29, 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 April 15.

Introduction to Windows 11

Fri, May 30, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Familiarize yourself with Microsoft's Windows 11. Signup required.

How to Use eAudiobooks and eBooks

Sun, Jun 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn how to remotely access the library's collection of eAudiobooks and eBooks on your favorite devices. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 9:00am

Family Movie Subscription Bag - Children Ages 9-12

Mon, Jun 02, All day

Families with children ages 9-12: Sign up for a movie subscription box with a new theme each month! This month is a random selection. One signup per family, begins 5/15. Pickup begins 6/2.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 12:00am

Family Movie Subscription Bag - Children Ages 3-8

Mon, Jun 02, All day

Families with children ages 3-8: Sign up for a movie subscription box with a new theme each month! This month is a random selection. One signup per family, begins 5/15. Pickup begins 6/2.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 12:00am

The History of The Beach Boys

Mon, Jun 02, 10:15am - 10:45am

Drop by for a 30-minute storytime on the lawn at Lewis Park starting at 10:15, and visit the Bookmobile between 10-11am. Storytime will be canceled in case of inclement weather. Drop-in event.

Mon, Jun 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Music historian Gary Wenstrup traces the musical journey of the Beach Boys with performance and interview clips. You'll want to sing along with Surfin' USA, Good Vibrations and more! Signup required.

Disney Lorcana Club

Mon, Jun 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Entering grades 4-5: Play Lorcana, a popular trading card game with Disney characters. Bring your own deck or learn how to play using a provided starter deck. Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 12:00am

How to Read eMagazines

Mon, Jun 02, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn how to remotely access the library's collection of eMagazines on your favorite devices. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 9:00am

Tue, Jun 03, 10:00am - 10:30am

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed to promote early literacy and fine motor skills for preschoolers. Drop-in event.

Tue, Jun 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Bring your phone or tablet to learn what makes Android unique. Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 9:00am

Tue, Jun 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. No instructor available on July 1. Drop-in event.

Tue, Jun 03, 11:00am - 11:30am

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.

Mini Zen Garden

Tue, Jun 03, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Pavilion

Entering grades 6-12: Create your own portable Zen garden! All supplies provided. Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 12:00am

Maximizing Social Security

Wed, Jun 04, 10:00am - 10:30am

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs, and more. Drop-in event.

PowerPoint: Basics

Wed, Jun 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn how to create Microsoft PowerPoint slideshows with dynamic features to spice up your presentations. Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, Jun 04, 10:00am - 11:30am

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Financial Consultant Pat Kaiser will share information to help you understand the system and maximize your monthly benefits. Attend in person or view recording at a later time. Signup required.

Wed, Jun 04, 11:00am - 11:30am

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed to promote early literacy and fine motor skills for preschoolers. Drop-in event.

King Me

Wed, Jun 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room

Entering grades 4-8: Show off your skills and join us for chess and checker fun! Beginners and experts alike are welcome. Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 12:00am

Wed, Jun 04, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Drop by for a 30-minute storytime on the lawn at Kelly Park starting at 6:30 pm, and visit the Bookmobile between 6:15-7:15 pm. Storytime will be canceled in case of inclement weather. Drop-in event.

Thu, Jun 05, 10:00am - 10:30am

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.

Teen Volunteering - Flip-O-Rama

Thu, Jun 05, 11:00am - 1:00pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Open to anyone who wants to meet, mingle, and share tips on needlecraft projects. Supplies not provided. Drop-in event.

Resume Tips and Tricks

Thu, Jun 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn techniques to help your resume get seen by a human. Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 9:00am

Thu, Jun 05, 5:45pm - 7:00pm

Grades 6-12: Assist librarians with setup, cleanup and helping assemble projects.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 12:00am

Flip-O-Rama

Thu, Jun 05, 6:00pm - 6:45pm

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Entering Grades K-1: Bring art to life by creating flip-tastic projects inspired by Dav Pilkey, author of Ricky Ricotta and Dogman. Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 12:00am

Container Garden Secrets

Thu, Jun 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Learn techniques to create and maintain beautiful, colorful, and interesting container gardens for any size home. Presented by Illinois Extension Cook South Master Gardeners. Signup required.

Miss Katie Sings

Fri, Jun 06, 11:00am - 11:45am

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Families: Join performer, Miss Katie Sings, for a fun time of music and movement! Enjoy new and familiar songs rooted in creative play, kindness, and community. Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 12:00am

Digitize It: Photos and Slides

Fri, Jun 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn to digitize your photos and slides. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 9:00am

Teen Art Night

Fri, Jun 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Entering grades 6-12: Learn advanced techniques using blending markers to fill in cozy-themed coloring pages. Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 12:00am

Magazine Giveaway

Sat, Jun 07, All day

Discarded library magazines are available for free on the first Saturday of the month.

Sundaes on Sunday

Sun, Jun 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room

Entering grades 6-12: Make ice cream sundaes on a Sunday and test your ice cream knowledge with games and trivia. Signup required.

Illinois Tollway I-PASS On Demand

Mon, Jun 09, 9:00am - 2:00pm

Lobby

Drop in to the lobby to learn about the I-PASS Assist program for income-eligible individuals, replace your old white transponder with a new I-PASS stick tag, get help managing your account, and more.

Mon, Jun 09, 10:00am - 10:45am

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Have fun exercising while sitting in a chair! Led by instructor Karen Zegarlinski. Signup required for each in-person session. Signup for this session begins on May 15.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 9:00am

Mon, Jun 09, 10:00am - 11:30am

Familiarize yourself with the basic features of your iPad or iPhone. Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 9:00am

Mon, Jun 09, 10:00am - 10:45am

Have fun exercising while sitting in a chair! Led by instructor Karen Zegarlinski. This virtual event is part of a series. Signup registers you for all virtual sessions.

Mon, Jun 09, 10:15am - 10:45am

Drop by for a 30-minute storytime on the lawn at Lewis Park starting at 10:15, and visit the Bookmobile between 10-11am. Storytime will be canceled in case of inclement weather. Drop-in event.

Excel: Intermediate

Mon, Jun 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn to format and arrange data to improve the functionality and analysis of your dataset. Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 9:00am

Camp Read S'More

Mon, Jun 09, 6:00pm - 6:45pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Ages 4-5 with adult(s): Join us for a night of camping-themed activities, stories, crafts, and a s'mores inspired treat! Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 12:00am

Wits Workout for Older Adults

Tue, Jun 10, 10:00am - 10:30am

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed to promote early literacy and fine motor skills for preschoolers. Drop-in event.

Tue, Jun 10, 10:30am - 11:30am

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Give your brain the workout it needs to stay sharp! Join us for fun brain-teasers, games, and puzzles that get you thinking. Made possible through a grant from AgeOptions. Signup required.

Introduction to Google Apps

Tue, Jun 10, 11:00am - 11:30am

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.

Tue, Jun 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn how to use various Google apps on your smartphone. Signup required.

Video Game Club

Tue, Jun 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Entering grades 4-5: Play a variety of video games on the library's Nintendo Switches. Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 12:00am

Create Professional Presentations with Canva

Tue, Jun 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn how to use the free graphic design tool Canva to create presentations for school or work. Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 9:00am

Youth Advisory Council - YAC

Tue, Jun 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room

Entering grades 6-12: Help plan teen programs at the library. Pizza and pop are served. Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 12:00am

Cafe Ole

Tue, Jun 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room

Entering 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 Thursday, May 15 2025 at 12:00am

Wed, Jun 11, 10:00am - 10:30am

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs, and more. Drop-in event.

Too Good to Be Missed Book Group - Under the Udala Trees by Chinelo Okparanta

Wed, Jun 11, 11:00am - 11:30am

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed to promote early literacy and fine motor skills for preschoolers. Drop-in event.

Wed, Jun 11, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room

Genre: Historical | Led by: Kate | Drop-in event

Cricut 101: How to Use Design Space

Wed, Jun 11, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Entering grades 9-Adult: Learn Cricut basics each session. This session will focus on using and creating designs in Design Space. Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 9:00am

Movie Discussion Group - Frida

Wed, Jun 11, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Drop by for a 30-minute storytime on the lawn at Kelly Park starting at 6:30 pm, and visit the Bookmobile between 6:15-7:15 pm. Storytime will be canceled in case of inclement weather. Drop-in event.

Wed, Jun 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Watch at home and come to the library to discuss. 2002 | R | 123 minutes | Biography, Drama, Romance | Drop-in event

Energy Saving Tips: ComEd Energy Force Program

Thu, Jun 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Lobby

An Energy Force Ambassador will be at a table in our lobby, ready to teach you how to reduce your energy consumption.

Book Discussion - Shout, Sister, Shout! by Gayle Wald

Thu, Jun 12, 10:00am - 10:30am

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.

Chair Yoga

Thu, Jun 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Instructor Kathy Ruiter will guide you in gentle, non-strenuous chair exercises and meditation. Signup is required and begins on May 15.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 9:00am

Thu, Jun 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room

Genre: Biography | Led by: Doug | Drop-in event

Toddler Rave

Thu, Jun 12, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Ages 2-3 with adult(s): Get ready for a littles-friendly dance party! Complete with music, bubbles, and glow sticks. Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 12:00am

Power of Words

Fri, Jun 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Entering Grades 4-5: Sign up to play word games and Mad Libs. We will even try some improv. Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 12:00am

Teen Volunteering - Family Activity Night: LEGO

Fri, Jun 13, 6:15pm - 7:45pm

Grades 6-12: Assist librarians with setup, cleanup, and handing out supplies.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 12:00am

Family Activity Night - LEGO

Fri, Jun 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Families: Come to the library and spend some quality time building together! No signup required.

Password Management

Sat, Jun 14, 10:00am - 11:00am

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn to create and store secure passwords. Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 9:00am

Teen Volunteering - Father's Day Craft

Sat, Jun 14, 10:15am - 11:45am

Grades 6-12: Assist librarians by helping with supply distribution during craft time and cleaning up after the program.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 12:00am

Father's Day Craft

Sat, Jun 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Drop in to make a craft or two for your special person!

Using Consumer Reports

Sat, Jun 14, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn how to use Consumer Reports to access articles and product reviews. Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 9:00am

How to Listen to Podcasts

Mon, Jun 16, 10:00am - 11:00am

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn how to find and listen to podcasts on your favorite devices. Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 9:00am

Crisis Center for South Suburbia Information Table

Mon, Jun 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Lobby

Drop in to the lobby to learn about community services available to victims of domestic violence, including housing, counseling, advocacy, outreach and prevention programs.

Monday Movies: Here (2024)

Mon, Jun 16, 10:15am - 10:45am

Drop by for a 30-minute storytime on the lawn at Lewis Park starting at 10:15, and visit the Bookmobile between 10-11am. Storytime will be canceled in case of inclement weather. Drop-in event.

Mon, Jun 16, 11:00am - 12:45pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Monday Movies: Here (2024)

Mon, Jun 16, 2:00pm - 3:45pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Introduction to Windows 11

Mon, Jun 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Familiarize yourself with Microsoft's Windows 11. Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 9:00am

Mon, Jun 16, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Grades K-5: Readers practice their developing skills out loud to a greyhound dog for up to 15 minutes. Start times at 6:30 and 6:45 pm. Further details on library event calendar. Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 12:00am

Mon, Jun 16, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Grades K-5: Readers practice their developing skills out loud to a greyhound dog for up to 15 minutes. Start times at 7 and 7:15 pm. Further details on library event calendar. Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 12:00am

Mon, Jun 16, 7:30pm - 8:00pm

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Grades K-5: Readers practice their developing skills out loud to a greyhound dog for up to 15 minutes. Start times at 7:30 and 7:45 pm. Further details on library event calendar. Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 12:00am

Tue, Jun 17, 10:00am - 10:30am

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed to promote early literacy and fine motor skills for preschoolers. Drop-in event.

Tue, Jun 17, 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. No instructor available on July 1. Drop-in event.

Illinois Tollway I-PASS On Demand

Tue, Jun 17, 11:00am - 11:30am

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.

Excel: Advanced

Tue, Jun 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn advanced level Excel skills. Skills include charts, pivot tables, and advanced filtering. Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 9:00am

Tue, Jun 17, 3:00pm - 7:00pm

Lobby

Soulful Comfort Food

Tue, Jun 17, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Join Chef Tony Cannon as he creates exquisite flavorful combinations in this cooking demonstration with samples, followed by a discussion on the African American experience. Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 9:00am

Teen Collaborative Art Painting Project

Tue, Jun 17, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Entering grades 6-12: Collaborate with fellow teen artists to create a group painting in honor of Juneteenth. Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 12:00am

Wed, Jun 18, 10:00am - 10:30am

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs, and more. Drop-in event.

Digitize It: Vinyl Records

Wed, Jun 18, 11:00am - 11:30am

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed to promote early literacy and fine motor skills for preschoolers. Drop-in event.

Wed, Jun 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn to digitize your vinyl records and cassette tapes using our conversion station. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, Jun 18, 3:30pm - 4:45pm

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Entering Grades 4-5: Sign up for five classes of theater fun and acting games ending with an evening performance for family and friends. No lines to memorize. Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 12:00am

Excel: Basics

Wed, Jun 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's spreadsheet application. Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 9:00am

Baby Loves Gardening

Wed, Jun 18, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Ages Birth - 23 months with adult(s): Join us for a fun time as we do gardening-themed activities. Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 12:00am

Cancelled

Wed, Jun 18, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Drop by for a 30-minute storytime on the lawn at Kelly Park starting at 6:30 pm, and visit the Bookmobile between 6:15-7:15 pm. Storytime will be canceled in case of inclement weather. Drop-in event.

Evening Yoga

Wed, Jun 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 May 15.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 9:00am

Teen How-to - Nail Art

Wed, Jun 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Entering grades 6-12: Make your nails pop! Come paint your nails and learn different styles of nail art. Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 12:00am

Thu, Jun 19, 10:00am - 10:30am

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.

Out of the Ordinary Book Group - All Good People Here by Ashley Flowers

Thu, Jun 19, 11:00am - 1:00pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Open to anyone who wants to meet, mingle, and share tips on needlecraft projects. Supplies not provided. Drop-in event.

Make Your Own Ice Cream

Thu, Jun 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Entering Grades 2-3: I Scream, You Scream, We All Scream for Ice Cream! Learn how to make ice cream in a bag and enjoy your creation while creating an ice cream-inspired craft! Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 12:00am

Thu, Jun 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A

Genre: Mystery, Thriller | Led by: Cindy | Drop-in event

Juneteenth Celebration - Presented by Oba William King

Fri, Jun 20, 11:00am - 12:15pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

All ages: Come celebrate Juneteenth with engaging poetry and song! This performance features West African-style drumming, interactive storytelling, spoken word, and call and response. Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 12:00am

Teen Volunteering - Family Pajamarama

Fri, Jun 20, 6:15pm - 7:30pm

Grades 6-12: Assist librarians with program setup, cleanup, and handing out supplies.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 12:00am

Family Pajamarama

Fri, Jun 20, 6:30pm - 7:15pm

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Participate in stories, fingerplays, games, crafts, and songs. Drop-in event.

Bilingual Storytime - Spanish / English

Sat, Jun 21, 10:30am - 11:00am

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Enjoy stories and songs in both Spanish and English. Drop-in event. Disfruten de cuentos y canciones para niños en español e inglés. No es necesario registrarse.

Information Literacy in the Age of AI and Social Media

Sat, Jun 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Learn how to identify misinformation and content created by AI on social media. Signup required.

Mon, Jun 23, 10:00am - 10:45am

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Have fun exercising while sitting in a chair! Led by instructor Karen Zegarlinski. Signup required for each in-person session. Signup for this session begins on May 15.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 9:00am

Mon, Jun 23, 10:00am - 10:45am

Have fun exercising while sitting in a chair! Led by instructor Karen Zegarlinski. This virtual event is part of a series. Signup registers you for all virtual sessions.

Mon, Jun 23, 10:15am - 10:45am

Drop by for a 30-minute storytime on the lawn at Lewis Park starting at 10:15, and visit the Bookmobile between 10-11am. Storytime will be canceled in case of inclement weather. Drop-in event.

Create a Professional Profile with LinkedIn

Mon, Jun 23, 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 Thursday, May 15 2025 at 9:00am

Mon, Jun 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Enhance your professional presence with a LinkedIn profile. Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 9:00am

Loom Crafting

Mon, Jun 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room

Entering grades 6-12: Learn how to knit using a loom as we make planter cozies. Supplies will be provided and you will take the planter and loom home! Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 12:00am

Tue, Jun 24, 10:00am - 10:30am

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed to promote early literacy and fine motor skills for preschoolers. Drop-in event.

Memory Cafe

Tue, Jun 24, 10:30am - 11:30am

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

A comfortable social gathering for people living with memory loss or dementia to attend with a care partner. Includes fun and creative engagement activities, music, and refreshments. Signup required.

Exploring Identity & Allyship

Tue, Jun 24, 11:00am - 11:30am

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.

Word: Basics

Tue, Jun 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's word-processing software. Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 9:00am

Tue, Jun 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Gain an understanding of LGBTQ+ terminology and learn how to be an ally. Presented by PFLAG Tinley Park. Signup required.

Introduction to Genealogy: Uncover Your Family's Past

Tue, Jun 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn about the many genealogy resources in the library and beyond with this introductory course. Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 9:00am

Heartstopper

Tue, Jun 24, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room

High school and up: Meet with fellow fans and celebrate the beloved graphic novel and TV series, Heartstopper, with trivia, crafts, and snacks. Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 12:00am

Wed, Jun 25, 10:00am - 10:30am

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs, and more. Drop-in event.

PowerPoint: Advanced

Wed, Jun 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn some of the more advanced features of Microsoft PowerPoint. Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, Jun 25, 11:00am - 11:30am

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed to promote early literacy and fine motor skills for preschoolers. Drop-in event.

Interview Essentials: Strategies for Standing Out

Wed, Jun 25, 3:30pm - 4:45pm

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Entering Grades 4-5: Sign up for five classes of theater fun and acting games ending with an evening performance for family and friends. No lines to memorize. Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 12:00am

Wed, Jun 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn tips to help you succeed at your next job interview. Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 9:00am

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Wed, Jun 25, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Drop by for a 30-minute storytime on the lawn at Kelly Park starting at 6:30 pm, and visit the Bookmobile between 6:15-7:15 pm. Storytime will be canceled in case of inclement weather. Drop-in event.

Wed, Jun 25, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees

Posture, Balance, and a Little Cha-Cha

Thu, Jun 26, 10:00am - 10:30am

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.

Thu, Jun 26, 10:00am - 10:45am

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Increase strength, flexibility, and endurance for living a healthy lifestyle. Led by Elaine Gotfryd Noonan, exercises can be done standing or in a chair. Signup begins on May 15.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 9:00am

Morris, the Magic Man - Family Magic Show

Thu, Jun 26, 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 Thursday, May 15 2025 at 9:00am

Lilo & Stitch Party!

Thu, Jun 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Families: Aloha ohana! Buckle up and get ready to blast off into a world full of Lilo and Stitch fun! Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 12:00am

Fri, Jun 27, 11:00am - 11:45am

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Families: Experience a magical morning with Morris, the Magic Man! Get ready for illusions, puppets, and fun. Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 12:00am

Outdoor Petting Zoo - Presented by A Zoo to You

Fri, Jun 27, 12:00pm - 3:00pm

West Lawn

Families: Stop by to visit with many adorable animals including goats, sheep, a little cow, donkey, llama, bunny, and chickens. No signup required. See long description for more details.

Borikuerdas Outdoor Concert

Fri, Jun 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Pavilion

Enjoy high-energy instrumentals from cuatro trio Borikuerdas, with a focus on Puerto Rican folk music. Bring your own chair or blanket. Concert will be indoors in case of inclement weather. Drop-in.

Teen Video Games and Nacho Bar

Fri, Jun 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room

Entering grades 6-12: Celebrate summer! Play video games on the library's Nintendo Switches and retro NES consoles while snacking on nachos and pop! Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 12:00am

Arabic Storytime

Sat, Jun 28, 10:30am - 11:00am

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Enjoy children's stories and songs in Arabic. Drop-in event.

Digitize It: VHS Tapes

Sat, Jun 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn to digitize your VHS tapes. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 9:00am

Pokemon Club Play and Trade!

Sat, Jun 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Entering grades 2-5: Calling all Pokemon trainers! Come to our club to meet other trainers, trade, battle with your Pokemon cards, and have fun! Signup required.

Registration opens Saturday, June 28 2025 at 12:00am

Apple Devices: Advanced

Mon, Jun 30, 10:00am - 11:30am

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn about some of the advanced features of your iPhone or iPad. Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 9:00am

Mon, Jun 30, 10:15am - 10:45am

Drop by for a 30-minute storytime on the lawn at Lewis Park starting at 10:15, and visit the Bookmobile between 10-11am. Storytime will be canceled in case of inclement weather. Drop-in event.

League of Aspiring Writers

Mon, Jun 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.

Mon, Jun 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.

Mon, Jun 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn about streaming services, like Netflix and Hulu, and streaming devices, like Apple TV and Roku. Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 9:00am

Disney Lorcana Club

Mon, Jun 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Entering grades 4-5: Play Lorcana, a popular trading card game with Disney characters. Bring your own deck or learn how to play using a provided starter deck. Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 12:00am

Tue, Jul 01, 10:00am - 10:30am

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed to promote early literacy and fine motor skills for preschoolers. Drop-in event.

Tue, Jul 01, 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. No instructor available on July 1. Drop-in event.

Tue, Jul 01, 11:00am - 11:30am

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.

Tue, Jul 01, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Familiarize yourself with the basic features of your iPad or iPhone. Signup required.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, Jul 02, 10:00am - 10:30am

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs, and more. Drop-in event.

Introduction to Windows 11

Wed, Jul 02, 11:00am - 11:30am

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed to promote early literacy and fine motor skills for preschoolers. Drop-in event.

Wed, Jul 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Familiarize yourself with Microsoft's Windows 11. Signup required.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, Jul 02, 3:30pm - 4:45pm

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Entering Grades 4-5: Sign up for five classes of theater fun and acting games ending with an evening performance for family and friends. No lines to memorize. Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 12:00am

Wed, Jul 02, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Drop by for a 30-minute storytime on the lawn at Kelly Park starting at 6:30 pm, and visit the Bookmobile between 6:15-7:15 pm. Storytime will be canceled in case of inclement weather. Drop-in event.

Family Movie Subscription Bag - Children Ages 9-12

Thu, Jul 03, 10:00am - 10:30am

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.

Magazine Giveaway

Sat, Jul 05, All day

Discarded library magazines are available for free on the first Saturday of the month.

Mon, Jul 07, 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 animated films. One signup per family, begins 6/15. Pickup begins 7/7.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 12:00am

Family Movie Subscription Bag - Children Ages 3-8

Mon, Jul 07, 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 animated films. One signup per family, begins 6/15. Pickup begins 7/7.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 12:00am

Introduction to Google Apps

Mon, Jul 07, 10:00am - 11:00am

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn how to use various Google apps on your smartphone. Signup required.

Teen Volunteering - Finger Knitting

Mon, Jul 07, 10:15am - 10:45am

Drop by for a 30-minute storytime on the lawn at Lewis Park starting at 10:15, and visit the Bookmobile between 10-11am. Storytime will be canceled in case of inclement weather. Drop-in event.

Mon, Jul 07, 4:15pm - 5:45pm

Grades 9-12: Assist librarians by helping setup, cleanup and assist with finger knitting.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 12:00am

Finger Knitting

Mon, Jul 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Entering grades 4-5: Love to create? Learn the basics of finger knitting! Supplies will be provided. Signup required.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 12:00am

Taylor's Version: Teen Era

Mon, Jul 07, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room

Entering grades 6-12: Calling all Swifties! Come hang out, make friendship bracelets, and celebrate all things Taylor Swift! Are you ready for it? Signup required.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 12:00am

Tue, Jul 08, 10:00am - 10:30am

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed to promote early literacy and fine motor skills for preschoolers. Drop-in event.

Wits Workout for Older Adults

Tue, Jul 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Bring your phone or tablet to learn what makes Android unique. Signup required.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 9:00am

Tue, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Give your brain the workout it needs to stay sharp! Join us for fun brain-teasers, games, and puzzles that get you thinking. Made possible through a grant from AgeOptions. Signup required.

Create a Professional Profile with LinkedIn

Tue, Jul 08, 11:00am - 11:30am

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.

Tue, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Enhance your professional presence with a LinkedIn profile. Signup required.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 9:00am

Video Game Club

Tue, Jul 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Entering grades 4-5: Play a variety of video games on the library's Nintendo Switches. Signup required.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 12:00am

Youth Advisory Council - YAC

Tue, Jul 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room

Entering grades 6-12: Help plan teen programs at the library. Pizza and pop are served. Signup required.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 12:00am

Cafe Ole

Tue, Jul 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room

Entering 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, June 15 2025 at 12:00am

Wed, Jul 09, 10:00am - 10:30am

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs, and more. Drop-in event.

Too Good to Be Missed Book Group - Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus

Wed, Jul 09, 11:00am - 11:30am

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed to promote early literacy and fine motor skills for preschoolers. Drop-in event.

Wed, Jul 09, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A

Genre: Historical | Led by: Rosemarie | Drop-in event

Wed, Jul 09, 3:30pm - 4:45pm

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Entering Grades 4-5: Sign up for five classes of theater fun and acting games ending with an evening performance for family and friends. No lines to memorize. Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 12:00am

Movie Discussion Group - Back to the Future

Wed, Jul 09, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Drop by for a 30-minute storytime on the lawn at Kelly Park starting at 6:30 pm, and visit the Bookmobile between 6:15-7:15 pm. Storytime will be canceled in case of inclement weather. Drop-in event.

Wed, Jul 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Watch at home and come to the library to discuss. 1985 | PG | 116 minutes | Adventure, Comedy, Sci-Fi | Drop-in event

How to Use eAudiobooks and eBooks

Thu, Jul 10, 10:00am - 10:30am

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.

Chair Yoga

Thu, Jul 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Instructor Kathy Ruiter will guide you in gentle, non-strenuous chair exercises and meditation. Signup is required and begins on June 15.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 9:00am

Tie-Dye Time

Thu, Jul 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Entering grades 2-3: Join us for some tie-dye fun! You can bring one (1) white T-shirt to dye. Signup required.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 12:00am

Thu, Jul 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn how to remotely access the library's collection of eAudiobooks and eBooks on your favorite devices. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 9:00am

Dinosaur Discovery - Presented by T-Rexplorers

Fri, Jul 11, 10:00am - 11:00am

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Families: Learn about dinosaurs and paleontology with T-Rexplorers. See Triceratops and T-Rex fossils and discover what it's like to go on a dinosaur dig. Signup required.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 12:00am

Information Literacy in the Age of AI and Social Media

Fri, Jul 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn how to identify misinformation and content created by AI on social media. Signup required.

Teen Volunteering - Family Pajamarama

Fri, Jul 11, 6:15pm - 7:30pm

Grades 6-12: Assist librarians with setup, cleanup, and handing out supplies.

Family Pajamarama

Fri, Jul 11, 6:30pm - 7:15pm

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Participate in stories, fingerplays, games, crafts, and songs. No signup required.

Film Fridays - Beach Vibes

Fri, Jul 11, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room

Entering grades 6-12: Choose your own movie! Vote on a popular movie of your choice at the start of the program. Snacks and pop will be provided. Signup required.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 12:00am

Sat, Jul 12, 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, June 15 2025 at 9:00am

Digitize It: Photos and Slides

Mon, Jul 14, 10:00am - 10:45am

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Have fun exercising while sitting in a chair! Led by instructor Karen Zegarlinski. Signup required for each in-person session. Signup for this session begins on June 15.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 9:00am

Mon, Jul 14, 10:00am - 11:00am

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn to digitize your photos and slides. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 9:00am

Mon, Jul 14, 10:00am - 10:45am

Have fun exercising while sitting in a chair! Led by instructor Karen Zegarlinski. This virtual event is part of a series. Signup registers you for all virtual sessions.

Mon, Jul 14, 10:15am - 10:45am

Drop by for a 30-minute storytime on the lawn at Lewis Park starting at 10:15, and visit the Bookmobile between 10-11am. Storytime will be canceled in case of inclement weather. Drop-in event.

PowerPoint: Basics

Mon, Jul 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn how to create Microsoft PowerPoint slideshows with dynamic features to spice up your presentations. Signup required.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 9:00am

Mon, Jul 14, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Grades K-5: Readers practice their developing skills out loud to a greyhound dog for up to 15 minutes. Start times at 6:30 and 6:45 pm. Further details on library event calendar. Signup required.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 12:00am

Mon, Jul 14, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Grades K-5: Readers practice their developing skills out loud to a greyhound dog for up to 15 minutes. Start times at 7 and 7:15 pm. Further details on library event calendar. Signup required.

Mon, Jul 14, 7:30pm - 8:00pm

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Grades K-5: Readers practice their developing skills out loud to a greyhound dog for up to 15 minutes. Start times at 7:30 and 7:45 pm. Further details on library event calendar. Signup required.

Tue, Jul 15, 10:00am - 10:30am

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed to promote early literacy and fine motor skills for preschoolers. Drop-in event.

Tue, Jul 15, 10:00am - 11:00am

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn about Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology innovations and how AI can influence various aspects of our lives and industries. Signup required.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 9:00am

Tue, Jul 15, 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. No instructor available on July 1. Drop-in event.

Teen Digital Art - Serious Pet Portraits

Tue, Jul 15, 11:00am - 11:30am

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.

Resume Tips and Tricks

Tue, Jul 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn techniques to help your resume get seen by a human. Signup required.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 9:00am

Tue, Jul 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room

Entering grades 6-12: Create a Victorian-style portrait of your pet or favorite animal using the ProCreate app and stylus on the library's iPads. Signup required.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 12:00am

Wed, Jul 16, 10:00am - 10:30am

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs, and more. Drop-in event.

Digitize It: VHS Tapes

Wed, Jul 16, 10:00am - 11:00am

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn to digitize your VHS tapes. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, Jul 16, 11:00am - 11:30am

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed to promote early literacy and fine motor skills for preschoolers. Drop-in event.

How to Read eNewspapers

Wed, Jul 16, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn how to remotely access the library's collection of eNewspapers on your favorite devices. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, Jul 16, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Entering Grades 4-5: Sign up for five classes of theater fun and acting games ending with an evening performance for family and friends. No lines to memorize. Signup required.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 12:00am

Readers Theater - Performance

Wed, Jul 16, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Drop by for a 30-minute storytime on the lawn at Kelly Park starting at 6:30 pm, and visit the Bookmobile between 6:15-7:15 pm. Storytime will be canceled in case of inclement weather. Drop-in event.

Wed, Jul 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Friends and family of Readers Theater participants are invited to join us for this one time only live performance! Don't miss this chance to see the hard work our actors have put in.

Out of the Ordinary Book Group - True Biz by Sara Novic

Thu, Jul 17, 10:00am - 10:30am

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.

Excel: Basics

Thu, Jul 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's spreadsheet application. Signup required.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 9:00am

Mermaid Tea Party

Thu, Jul 17, 5:00pm - 5:45pm

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Entering grades K-1: Join us for a tea party under the sea as we enjoy mermaid-inspired games, crafts, and a snack! Signup required.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 12:00am

Thu, Jul 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A

Genre: Literary Fiction | Led by: Jenn | Drop-in event

Teen Volunteering - STEAMers at Work

Fri, Jul 18, 9:45am - 11:00am

Grades 6-12: Assist librarians with program setup and cleanup as well as helping participants with their STEAM activities.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 12:00am

STEAMers at Work

Fri, Jul 18, 10:00am - 10:45am

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 4-5 years with adult(s): Join us for play-based activities for our little scientists. Signup required.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 12:00am

Fairy Tale Theatre Presents - Storybook Court: Full of Beans!

Fri, Jul 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

All Ages: In this courtroom comedy retelling of Jack and the Beanstalk, Jack is on trial for stealing the from the Giant. Pick up tickets in person at the Youth & Teen Services Desk starting July 1.

Fairy Tale Theatre Presents - Storybook Court: Full of Beans!

Fri, Jul 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

All Ages: In this courtroom comedy retelling of Jack and the Beanstalk, Jack is on trial for stealing the from the Giant. Pick up tickets in person at the Youth & Teen Services Desk starting July 1.

Bilingual Storytime - Spanish / English

Sat, Jul 19, 10:30am - 11:00am

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Enjoy stories and songs in both Spanish and English. Drop-in event. Disfruten de cuentos y canciones para niños en español e inglés. No es necesario registrarse.

Fairy Tale Theatre Presents - Storybook Court: Full of Beans!

Sat, Jul 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm

All Ages: In this courtroom comedy retelling of Jack and the Beanstalk, Jack is on trial for stealing the from the Giant. Pick up tickets in person at the Youth & Teen Services Desk starting July 1.

Data Driven Marketing: Access Demographics and Consumer Data

Sat, Jul 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn how to find data for marketing using the library's databases. Signup required.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 9:00am

Fairy Tale Theatre Presents - Storybook Court: Full of Beans!

Sat, Jul 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

All Ages: In this courtroom comedy retelling of Jack and the Beanstalk, Jack is on trial for stealing the from the Giant. Pick up tickets in person at the Youth & Teen Services Desk starting July 1.

Crisis Center for South Suburbia Information Table

Mon, Jul 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Lobby

Drop in to the lobby to learn about community services available to victims of domestic violence, including housing, counseling, advocacy, outreach and prevention programs.

Monday Movies: A Complete Unknown

Mon, Jul 21, 10:15am - 10:45am

Drop by for a 30-minute storytime on the lawn at Lewis Park starting at 10:15, and visit the Bookmobile between 10-11am. Storytime will be canceled in case of inclement weather. Drop-in event.

Mon, Jul 21, 11:00am - 1:20pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Monday Movies: A Complete Unknown

Mon, Jul 21, 2:00pm - 4:20pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Digitize It: Reel-to-Reel Films

Mon, Jul 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn to digitize your 8 mm, Super 8, or 16 mm reel-to-reel films. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 9:00am

Mon, Jul 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Learn about Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology innovations and how AI can influence various aspects of our lives and industries. Signup required.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 9:00am

Morningstar: Research Stocks with Confidence

Tue, Jul 22, 10:00am - 10:30am

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed to promote early literacy and fine motor skills for preschoolers. Drop-in event.

Tue, Jul 22, 10:00am - 10:30am

1st floor - Computer Classroom

An introduction on how to use Morningstar to help you research investment opportunities and build your investment knowledge. Signup required.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 9:00am

Memory Cafe

Tue, Jul 22, 10:30am - 11:30am

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

A comfortable social gathering for people living with memory loss or dementia to attend with a care partner. Includes fun and creative engagement activities, music, and refreshments. Signup required.

Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library

Tue, Jul 22, 11:00am - 11:30am

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.

Word: Basics

Tue, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's word-processing software. Signup required.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 9:00am

Tue, Jul 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Entering grades 4-5: Have fun with a variety of games and activities all about the book Escape From Mr. Lemoncello's Library. Signup required.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 12:00am

Medicare Made Easy

Tue, Jul 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Learn about eligibility, enrollment, and the benefits of Medicare and Medicare Supplement Plans with Diane Adduci, a community educator. Signup required, attend in person or view recording later.

Rescheduled

Teen Design Studio

Tue, Jul 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

New date Tuesday, July 22, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Entering grades 6-12: Design and create custom buttons and vinyl stickers using the library's iPads and Cricut. Signup required.

Teen Design Studio

Tue, Jul 22, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room

Entering grades 6-12: Design and create custom buttons and vinyl stickers using the library's iPads and Cricut. Signup required.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 12:00am

Wed, Jul 23, 10:00am - 10:30am

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs, and more. Drop-in event.

Green Screen Basics

Wed, Jul 23, 10:00am - 11:00am

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn to record, edit, and share videos with green screen technology. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 9:00am

Beyond the Blues Brothers

Wed, Jul 23, 11:00am - 11:30am

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed to promote early literacy and fine motor skills for preschoolers. Drop-in event.

Wed, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Chicago Movie Tours guide Kelli Marshall celebrates this 1980 classic film, exploring its backstories, mix of Hollywood genres, and impact on Chicago-based filmmaking. Signup required.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 9:00am

Introduction to Genealogy: Uncover Your Family's Past

Wed, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn about the many genealogy resources in the library and beyond with this introductory course. Signup required.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 9:00am

King Me

Wed, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room

Entering grades 4-8: Show off your skills and join us for chess and checker fun! Beginners and experts alike are welcome. Signup required.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 12:00am

Teen Volunteering - Wiggleworms

Wed, Jul 23, 5:45pm - 6:45pm

Grades 6-12: Assist librarians with storytime setup, cleanup, and handing out supplies.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 12:00am

Wiggleworms

Wed, Jul 23, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 2-3 years with adult(s): Enjoy stories, songs, and crafts. Signup required.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 12:00am

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Wed, Jul 23, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Drop by for a 30-minute storytime on the lawn at Kelly Park starting at 6:30 pm, and visit the Bookmobile between 6:15-7:15 pm. Storytime will be canceled in case of inclement weather. Drop-in event.

Wed, Jul 23, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees

Posture, Balance, and a Little Cha-Cha

Thu, Jul 24, 10:00am - 10:30am

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.

Thu, Jul 24, 10:00am - 10:45am

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Increase strength, flexibility, and endurance for living a healthy lifestyle. Led by Elaine Gotfryd Noonan, exercises can be done standing or in a chair. Signup required.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 9:00am

Reptile Show - Presented by Crosstown Exotics

Thu, Jul 24, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Open to anyone who wants to meet, mingle, and share tips on needlecraft projects. Supplies not provided. Drop-in event.

Camp Kindergarten

Thu, Jul 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Entering Kindergarten: An introduction to literacy and STEAM concepts in a two-session series. Signup required.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 12:00am

Camp First Grade

Thu, Jul 24, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Entering Grade 1: An introduction to literacy and STEAM concepts in a two-session series. Signup required.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 12:00am

Fri, Jul 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Families: Join us for an up-close encounter with some of the planet's oldest and scaliest creatures. Signup required.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 12:00am

Introduction to Cloud Storage

Fri, Jul 25, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn the benefits and drawbacks of cloud storage. Informational, no individual technology support provided. Signup required.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 9:00am

Teen Volunteering - Family Activity Night - Scavenger Hunt

Fri, Jul 25, 6:15pm - 7:45pm

Grades 6-12: Assist librarians by helping with prize boxs for all finishing participants.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 12:00am

Family Activity Night - Scavenger Hunt

Fri, Jul 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Families: Come to the library and spend some quality time together! Have fun discovering clues, accomplishing tasks, and winning a prize in our family Scavenger Hunt! No signup required.

Cozy Reading Day

Sat, Jul 26, 10:00am - 2:00pm

2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room

Entering grades 6-12: Bring a book and get cozy as we spend the day reading, snacking, and making bookish crafts. Signup required.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 12:00am

Arabic Storytime

Sat, Jul 26, 10:30am - 11:00am

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Enjoy children's stories and songs in Arabic. Drop-in event.

Digitize It: VHS Tapes

Sat, Jul 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn to digitize your VHS tapes. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 9:00am

Cat Cafe

Sat, Jul 26, 11:00am - 2:00pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Drop in to read, relax, and meet some adoptable cats and kittens! Purchase packaged baked goods to raise money to support PAWS of Tinley Park.

Interview Essentials: Strategies for Standing Out

Mon, Jul 28, 10:00am - 10:45am

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Have fun exercising while sitting in a chair! Led by instructor Karen Zegarlinski. Signup required for each in-person session. Signup for this session begins on June 15.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 9:00am

Mon, Jul 28, 10:00am - 11:00am

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn tips to help you succeed at your next job interview. Signup required.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 9:00am

Mon, Jul 28, 10:00am - 10:45am

Have fun exercising while sitting in a chair! Led by instructor Karen Zegarlinski. This virtual event is part of a series. Signup registers you for all virtual sessions.

Mon, Jul 28, 10:15am - 10:45am

Drop by for a 30-minute storytime on the lawn at Lewis Park starting at 10:15, and visit the Bookmobile between 10-11am. Storytime will be canceled in case of inclement weather. Drop-in event.

League of Aspiring Writers

Mon, Jul 28, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

1st floor - Meeting Room B

Players of all skill levels are welcome. An instructor will be on hand to teach those new to the game. Drop-in event.

Mon, Jul 28, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A

Connect with other local writers who are eager to improve their craft and help you improve yours. Drop-in event.

Adobe Photoshop: Basics

Mon, Jul 28, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn to enhance your photos with Adobe Photoshop. Signup required.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 9:00am

Disney Lorcana Club

Mon, Jul 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Entering grades 4-5: Play Lorcana, a popular trading card game with Disney characters. Bring your own deck or learn how to play using a provided starter deck. Signup required.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 12:00am

Miniature Bookcase Craft

Tue, Jul 29, 11:00am - 1:00pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Catherine Suchy will help you create your own miniature bookcase complete with books and decorations. All supplies & materials will be provided. Signup required. TPPL cardholders only.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 9:00am

Apple Devices: Advanced

Tue, Jul 29, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn about some of the advanced features of your iPhone or iPad. Signup required.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 9:00am

High School Book Club

Tue, Jul 29, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room

Entering Grades 9-12: Read and talk about books! Each month we will discuss one book and choose the book for the following month. Signup required.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 12:00am

Wed, Jul 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Bring your phone or tablet to learn what makes Android unique. Signup required.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 9:00am

Family Movie Subscription Bag - Children Ages 9-12

Wed, Jul 30, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Drop by for a 30-minute storytime on the lawn at Kelly Park starting at 6:30 pm, and visit the Bookmobile between 6:15-7:15 pm. Storytime will be canceled in case of inclement weather. Drop-in event.

Evening Yoga

Wed, Jul 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Through guided instruction from Kathy Ruiter, combine gentle yoga poses with breathing awareness to relax the mind. Bring a yoga mat and a firm blanket. Signup required, begins on June 15.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 9:00am

Baby Prom

Thu, Jul 31, 10:00am - 10:45am

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Join us for a fancy dance party full of fun festivities. Formal attire is optional. Signup required.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 12:00am

Camp Kindergarten

Thu, Jul 31, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Entering Kindergarten: An introduction to literacy and STEAM concepts in a two-session series. Signup required.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 12:00am

Camp First Grade

Thu, Jul 31, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Entering Grade 1: An introduction to literacy and STEAM concepts in a two-session series. Signup required.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 12:00am

Miniature Bookcase Craft

Thu, Jul 31, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Catherine Suchy will help you create your own miniature bookcase complete with books and decorations. All supplies & materials will be provided. Signup required. TPPL cardholders only.

Registration opens Sunday, June 15 2025 at 9:00am

Mah Jongg Tournament

Fri, Aug 01, 10:00am - 2:00pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Showcase your skills as you play competitively against others. Refreshments will be served. Tinley Park cardholder signup begins May 15. If space allows, others may sign up starting July 15. Ages 18+.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 9:00am

Magazine Giveaway

Sat, Aug 02, All day

Discarded library magazines are available for free on the first Saturday of the month.

Mon, Aug 04, All day

Families with children ages 9-12: Sign up for a movie subscription box with a new theme each month! This month is focused on musicals. One signup per family, begins 7/15. Pickup begins 8/4.

Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 12:00am

Family Movie Subscription Bag - Children Ages 3-8

Mon, Aug 04, All day

Families with children ages 3-8: Sign up for a movie subscription box with a new theme each month! This month is focused on musicals. One signup per family, begins 7/15. Pickup begins 8/4.

Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 12:00am

Digitize It: Photos and Slides

Mon, Aug 04, 10:00am - 11:00am

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn to digitize your photos and slides. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.

Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am

Mon, Aug 04, 10:15am - 10:45am

Drop by for a 30-minute storytime on the lawn at Lewis Park starting at 10:15, and visit the Bookmobile between 10-11am. Storytime will be canceled in case of inclement weather. Drop-in event.

Mon, Aug 04, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Familiarize yourself with the basic features of your iPad or iPhone. Signup required.

Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am

Teen Volunteering - Tenzi

Tue, Aug 05, 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. No instructor available on July 1. Drop-in event.

Tue, Aug 05, 4:15pm - 5:45pm

Grades 6-12: Assist librarians by helping with game play.

Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 12:00am

Tenzi

Tue, Aug 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Entering grades 2-3: Learn all the ways to play this exciting dice game! Signup required.

Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 12:00am

National Night Out - Off-Site Event

Tue, Aug 05, 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Enjoy family entertainment and view vehicles from Tinley Park Police, Fire & Public Works at Freedom Park, adjacent to the library. Be sure to visit the Bookmobile and pick up a treat! Drop in.

PowerPoint: Basics

Tue, Aug 05, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn how to create Microsoft PowerPoint slideshows with dynamic features to spice up your presentations. Signup required.

Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am

Ready, Set, Go to High School!

Tue, Aug 05, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room

Entering grades 8-9: Join us for a discussion with a panel of experts (aka current high school students) to learn the ins and out of high school. Signup required.

Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 12:00am

Movin' and Groovin' Outdoors

Wed, Aug 06, 10:00am - 10:30am

West Lawn

Ages 2-3 years with adult(s): Join us on the west lawn for some high-energy fun! Kids will move to interactive stories and upbeat rhythms. No signup required.

How to Read eMagazines

Wed, Aug 06, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn how to remotely access the library's collection of eMagazines on your favorite devices. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.

Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am

What Is Music Therapy?

Wed, Aug 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Learn why music is an effective tool specifically for those with neurological disorders. Examples and demonstration presented by Greater Chicago Music Therapy. Signup required.

Wed, Aug 06, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Bring your phone or tablet to learn what makes Android unique. Signup required.

Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, Aug 06, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Drop by for a 30-minute storytime on the lawn at Kelly Park starting at 6:30 pm, and visit the Bookmobile between 6:15-7:15 pm. Storytime will be canceled in case of inclement weather. Drop-in event.

Thu, Aug 07, 10:00am - 11:00am

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn about streaming services, like Netflix and Hulu, and streaming devices, like Apple TV and Roku. Signup required.

Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am

Teen Volunteering - Pipe Cleaner Creations

Thu, Aug 07, 11:00am - 1:00pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Open to anyone who wants to meet, mingle, and share tips on needlecraft projects. Supplies not provided. Drop-in event.

Excel: Basics

Thu, Aug 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

1st floor - Computer Classroom

Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's spreadsheet application. Signup required.

Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am

Tailgating Party Cuisine

Thu, Aug 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Chefs Michael and Susan Maddox demonstrate exciting new recipes to liven up your tailgating gatherings with family and friends! Samples and recipes provided. Signup required.

Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am

Fri, Aug 08, 9:45am - 11:00am

Grades 6-12: Assist librarians with setup, cleanup, and handing out supplies.

Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am

Pipe Cleaner Creations

Fri, Aug 08, 10:00am - 10:45am

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 4-5 years with adult(s): Pipe cleaner creations will keep us busy as we sneak some fun science concepts into the program as well. Signup required.

Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 12:00am

Queen Bey Bash

Fri, Aug 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room

Entering grades 6-12: All BeyHive fans unite! Come party with us and celebrate Beyoncé with fun games, music, and snacks! Signup required.

Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 12:00am