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First Grade Fun
2023-08-17 18:30:00 2023-08-17 19:30:00 America/Chicago First Grade Fun Entering Grade 1: An introduction to literacy and STEAM concepts in a two-session series. The August series is a repeat of the July series. Sign up for one series only. Signup required. Tinley Park Public Library - 2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Thursday, August 17
6:30pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2023-08-17 18:30:00 2023-08-17 19:30:00 America/Chicago First Grade Fun Entering Grade 1: An introduction to literacy and STEAM concepts in a two-session series. The August series is a repeat of the July series. Sign up for one series only. Signup required. Tinley Park Public Library - 2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Tinley Park Public Library

2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room

Entering Grade 1: An introduction to literacy and STEAM concepts in a two-session series. The August series is a repeat of the July series. Sign up for one series only. Signup required.

Entering Grade 1: Children will be introduced to first grade concepts through children's literature and games. Children will participate in several small-group activities focusing on literacy, math and STEAM. Join in for two weeks of fun! Each series (one in July, one in August) has two sessions. This series has sessions on Thursday, August 10 and Thursday, August 17. Please choose the series that works best for you, and please only sign up for one series. Signup required.

AGE GROUP: | Elementary School Age |

EVENT TYPE: | Storytimes | STEAM and Maker Projects |

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Tinley Park Public Library
Phone: 708-532-0160
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Upcoming events

Bouncing Babies
Thu, Sep 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.
Heritage Quest: Research Your Family History
Thu, Sep 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to use the library's HeritageQuest database for genealogy research. Signup required.
Registration is now closed
Bluey's Fun at the Library
Thu, Sep 19, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Families: Come join us for a wackadoo Bluey event with stories, activities, and plenty of dancing. Signup required.
Registration is now closed
Evening Storytime
Thu, Sep 19, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Join us each week for themed stories, songs, activities, and a craft! No signup required.
Out of the Ordinary Book Group - Severance by Ling Ma
Thu, Sep 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Genre: Satire, Dystopian | Led by: Jenn | Drop-in event
Virtual Tour of the Museum of Latin-American Art
Thu, Sep 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Explore a museum dedicated to ground-breaking exhibits of Latin-American and Latinx artists. Event is led by museum docents. Have paper and pencil ready for an interactive activity. Signup required.Register
Tales for Twos
Fri, Sep 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 2 years with adult(s): Stories, fingerplays, and songs for two year olds. No signup required.
Data Driven Marketing: Access Demographics and Consumer Data
Fri, Sep 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to find data for marketing using the library's databases. Signup required.
How to Read eMagazines
Sat, Sep 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
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.
Arabic Storytime
Sat, Sep 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Enjoy children's stories and songs in Arabic. No signup required.
Novelist+: Discover Your Next Read
Sun, Sep 22, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to use the Novelist+ database to discover new books to read. Signup required.
Digitize It: Reel-to-Reel Films
Sun, Sep 22, 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.
Pushing Shape in Your Art
Mon, Sep 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades 1-2: Learn tips and tricks to emphasize shape in your art and create cartoons. Signup required.
This event is full
Greyt Readers
Mon, Sep 23, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades K-5: Readers practice their developing skills out loud to a greyhound dog for up to 15 minutes. Start times at 6:30 and 6:45 pm. Further details on library event calendar. Signup required.
This event is full
Greyt Readers
Mon, Sep 23, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades K-5: Readers practice their developing skills out loud to a greyhound dog for up to 15 minutes. Start times at 7 and 7:15 pm. Further details on library event calendar. Signup required.
This event is full
Greyt Readers
Mon, Sep 23, 7:30pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades K-5: Readers practice their developing skills out loud to a greyhound dog for up to 15 minutes. Start times at 7:30 and 7:45 pm. Further details on library event calendar. Signup required.
This event is full
Preschool Stories
Tue, Sep 24, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-5 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. No signup required. Create a name tag at the Youth Services Desk before program.
Memory Cafe
Tue, Sep 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
A comfortable social gathering for people living with dementia to attend with their care partners. Includes fun, creative engagement activities, music, and refreshments. Signup required.
Bouncing Babies
Tue, Sep 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.
Introduction to Android Devices
Tue, Sep 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Bring your phone or tablet to learn what makes Android unique. Signup required.
Comic Book 101
Tue, Sep 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades 3-5: Explore the different languages of comics, from the eyes, to body posture, to the actual language within speech bubbles. Signup required.
The Evolution of the Modern Zombie
Tue, Sep 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Join Scott Kenemore on a rollicking tour of the zombie's origins in Haitian mysticism, through its evolutions in pop culture, to the ravenous zombies of today. Signup required.
Teen DIY: Fandom Buttonmaking
Tue, Sep 24, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades 6-12: Design your own buttons to represent your favorite fandoms. Signup required.
This event is full
Tales for Twos
Wed, Sep 25, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 2 years with adult(s): Stories, fingerplays, and songs for two year olds. No signup required.
Preschool Stories
Wed, Sep 25, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-5 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. No signup required. Create a name tag at the Youth Services Desk before program.
Digitize It: VHS Tapes
Wed, Sep 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn to digitize your VHS tapes. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
This event is full
Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Wed, Sep 25, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Board Room
Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees
Superhero Improv Workshop
Wed, Sep 25, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades 4-8: Improviser Garrett Gray will lead improv exercises to help you learn the tools to "improv like a superhero" and become socially fearless. Signup required.
This event is full
Bouncing Babies
Thu, Sep 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.
Pokemon Party
Thu, Sep 26, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades 2-3: Find your favorite Pokemon as we train, spot, and catch characters through activities and games. Signup required.
This event is full
Self-Expression Through Movement
Thu, Sep 26, 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 August 15.
Evening Storytime
Thu, Sep 26, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Join us each week for themed stories, songs, activities, and a craft! No signup required.
Ka-Pow!!: The Comic Art Academy - Superhero Drawing Class
Thu, Sep 26, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades 6-12: Learn how to design and draw your own superheroes from a professional comic artist. All materials provided. Signup required.
This event is full
Tales for Twos
Fri, Sep 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 2 years with adult(s): Stories, fingerplays, and songs for two year olds. No signup required.
Friday Films: Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (2024)
Fri, Sep 27, 11:00am - 12:55pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
2024 | PG-13 | 115 minutes | Adventure, Comedy | Closed Captioning | Drop-in event. 
Friday Films: Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (2024)
Fri, Sep 27, 2:00pm - 3:55pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
2024 | PG-13 | 115 minutes | Adventure, Comedy | Closed Captioning | Drop-in event. 
Super Smash Bros. Tournament
Fri, Sep 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades 6-Adult: Join a friendly competition among fellow Super Smash Bros. enthusiasts. All equipment provided. Signup required.
This event is full
Family Pajamarama
Fri, Sep 27, 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.
Artist Alley - Fall Fandom Fest
Sat, Sep 28, 10:00am - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
All ages: Local artists, authors, and vendors will be selling their wares in our Meeting Room.
Fall Fandom Fest Grand Finale
Sat, Sep 28, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Join the fun inside the library and in our East lot with music, face painting, a video game truck, food trucks, a balloon artist, and more! See tplibrary.me/fff for full schedule.
GameTruck
Sat, Sep 28, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Hop on board the GameTruck and play video games with your friends! Ages 6+. Sign up in person on 9/28 for a time slot.
Mario Mayhem
Sat, Sep 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Drop in and create a special craft related to the magical world of Super Mario.
Button Making
Sat, Sep 28, 11:00am - 3:00pm
Choose from a selection of fandoms to make your own button!
Fandom Trivia
Sat, Sep 28, 11:30am - 1:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Join us upstairs for trivia fun with Kahoot!
Green Screen Photos
Sat, Sep 28, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
All ages: Pop into our Computer Classroom to have your photo taken in front of a cool background!
Teen Tabletop Gaming: Lorcana - Open Play & Tutorial
Sat, Sep 28, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Grades 6-12: Play Lorcana, a popular trading card game with Disney characters. Bring your own deck or learn how to play using a provided starter deck. No signup required.
Cosplay Parade
Sat, Sep 28, 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Want to show off your cosplay? Meet us by the DJ tent and we'll take a stroll outside the library.
Ageless Grace (Brain & Body Fitness) - Attend Virtually
Mon, Sep 30, 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
Ageless Grace (Brain & Body Fitness) - Attend In Person
Mon, Sep 30, 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 August 15.
Digitize It: Vinyl Records
Mon, Sep 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn to digitize your vinyl records and cassette tapes using our conversion station. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Morningstar: Research Stocks with Confidence
Mon, Sep 30, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
An introduction on how to use Morningstar to help you research investment opportunities and build your investment knowledge. Signup required.
Create with Me
Mon, Sep 30, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-5 years with adult(s): Your child and their favorite adult will create a keepsake art project. Signup required.
This event is full
League of Aspiring Writers
Mon, Sep 30, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Connect with other local writers who are eager to improve their craft and help you improve yours. Drop-in event.
Mah Jongg Club
Mon, Sep 30, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Players of all skill levels are welcome. An instructor will be on hand to teach those new to the game. Drop-in event.
Polish Cuisine - Prerecorded Virtual Event
Tue, Oct 01, All day
Krystin Slick demonstrates delicious, tried and true recipes. Sign up to receive link one day prior to event to watch the recording anytime October 1-31, or visit our Virtual Events Recording page.
Introduction to Google Accounts
Tue, Oct 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to create a Google account and about the suite of free services it grants you access to. Signup required.
Preschool Stories
Tue, Oct 01, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-5 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. No signup required. Create a name tag at the Youth Services Desk before program.
Mah Jongg Club
Tue, Oct 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. Drop-in event.
Bouncing Babies
Tue, Oct 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.
HeritageHub: Research Your Family History
Tue, Oct 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to use the library's HeritageHub database for genealogy research. Signup required.
Tales for Twos
Wed, Oct 02, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 2 years with adult(s): Stories, fingerplays, and songs for two year olds. No signup required.
Intro to Ukulele: 4-Part Series
Wed, Oct 02, 10:30am - 11:45am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn to play the ukulele in this 4-part series. It is recommended to attend all sessions as each session builds upon the previous. Oct 2, 9, 23 & 30. TPPL cardholders only. Ages 18+.
Preschool Stories
Wed, Oct 02, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-5 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. No signup required. Create a name tag at the Youth Services Desk before program.
Reference Solutions: Your Online Whitepages
Wed, Oct 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to use the library's database Reference Solutions when searching for contact information. Signup required.
Medicare Made Easy - Attend In Person
Wed, Oct 02, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn about eligibility, enrollment, and the benefits of Medicare and Medicare Supplements with Diane Adduci, a community educator and licensed insurance representative. Signup required.
Medicare Made Easy - Attend Virtually
Wed, Oct 02, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Learn about eligibility, enrollment, and the benefits of Medicare and Medicare Supplements with Diane Adduci, a community educator and licensed insurance representative. Signup required. 
Bouncing Babies
Thu, Oct 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.
Stitch Club
Thu, Oct 03, 11:00am - 1:00pm
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.
Excel Basics
Thu, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's spreadsheet application. Signup required.
Bluestem Book Club - Garlic & the Vampire by Bree Paulsen
Thu, Oct 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades 3-5: Each month, we'll discuss a different nominee from the 2025 Bluestem Readers' Choice List while enjoying a snack. We'll conclude with fun activities! Signup required.
Evening Storytime
Thu, Oct 03, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Join us each week for themed stories, songs, activities, and a craft! No signup required.
Tales for Twos
Fri, Oct 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 2 years with adult(s): Stories, fingerplays, and songs for two year olds. No signup required.
Preschool Lab - Space!
Fri, Oct 04, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-5 years with adult(s): Join us for science-based activities on a fascinating theme: Space! Signup required.
This event is full
The Relativity of Albert Einstein
Fri, Oct 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Broadway and film veteran Duffy Hudson brings Albert Einstein to life in this unique one-man show, explaining the theory of relativity in a fun, exciting way. Signup required.
Magazine Giveaway
Sat, Oct 05, All day
Discarded library magazines are available for free on the first Saturday of the month.
Family Movie Subscription Bag - Children Ages 3-8
Mon, Oct 07, All day
Families with children ages 3-8: Sign up for a movie subscription bag with a new theme each month! This month is random. Signup required; begins September 15th. Pickup begins October 7th.
This event is full
Family Movie Subscription Bag - Children Ages 9-12
Mon, Oct 07, All day
Families with children ages 9-12: Sign up for a movie subscription bag with a new theme each month! This month is random. Signup required; begins September 15th. Pickup begins October 7th.
This event is full
Astronaut Tea Party
Mon, Oct 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades K-2: Have you ever wondered what space smells like? What astronauts eat? Or even where astronauts sleep in space? If so, join us for our astronaut tea party! Signup required.
This event is full
Lizzie Borden: Did She Do It?
Mon, Oct 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Storyteller Tricia Kelly will bring Lizzie Borden to life for a powerful performance, told from the point of view of the one person who knew what really happened - Lizzie herself. Signup required.
Ancestry.com Library Edition: Research Your Family History
Tue, Oct 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Start your genealogy research with the library's edition of the popular database. Signup required.
Preschool Stories
Tue, Oct 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-5 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. No signup required. Create a name tag at the Youth Services Desk before program.
Bouncing Babies
Tue, Oct 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.
Videogame Club
Tue, Oct 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades 4-5: Play a variety of video games on the library's Nintendo Switches. Signup required.
This event is full
Youth Advisory Council - YAC
Tue, Oct 08, 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.
Create a Professional Profile with LinkedIn
Tue, Oct 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Enhance your professional presence with a LinkedIn profile. Signup required.
Cafe Ole
Tue, Oct 08, 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.
Tales for Twos
Wed, Oct 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 2 years with adult(s): Stories, fingerplays, and songs for two year olds. No signup required.
Intro to Ukulele: 4-Part Series
Wed, Oct 09, 10:30am - 11:45am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn to play the ukulele in this 4-part series. It is recommended to attend all sessions as each session builds upon the previous. Oct 2, 9, 23 & 30. TPPL cardholders only. Ages 18+.
Preschool Stories
Wed, Oct 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-5 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. No signup required. Create a name tag at the Youth Services Desk before program.
Too Good to Be Missed Book Group - Olive, Again by Elizabeth Strout
Wed, Oct 09, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Genre: Literary Fiction | Led by: Rosemarie | Drop-in event
Start Up: Navigating Your Business Plan
Wed, Oct 09, 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.
Cancelled
Baby Sensory Play
Wed, Oct 09, 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Different sensory stations for babies to play and explore. Signup required.
Illinois Libraries Present: Erika Sanchez - Virtual Event
Wed, Oct 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us virtually to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with award-winning author of "I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter." She will be joined in conversation by Cynthia Pelayo. Signup required.Register
Movie Discussion Group - The Exorcist
Wed, Oct 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Watch at home and come to the library to discuss. 1973 | R | 132 minutes | Horror | Drop-in event
Bouncing Babies
Thu, Oct 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, Oct 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 begins on September 15.
Excel: Intermediate
Thu, Oct 10, 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.
Caudill Book Club - A Rover's Story
Thu, Oct 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades 6-8: Participants read a title from the Caudill 2025 Young Readers' Book Award list per month. Meetings include a discussion, snack and pop, and end with related activities. Signup required.
This event is full
Evening Storytime
Thu, Oct 10, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Join us each week for themed stories, songs, activities, and a craft! No signup required.
Tales for Twos
Fri, Oct 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 2 years with adult(s): Stories, fingerplays, and songs for two year olds. No signup required.
Friday Films: The Boys in the Boat (2023)
Fri, Oct 11, 11:00am - 12:55pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
2023 | PG-13 | 124 minutes | | Drama, History | Closed Captioning | Drop-in event. 
Friday Films: The Boys in the Boat (2023)
Fri, Oct 11, 2:00pm - 3:55pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
2023 | PG-13 | 124 minutes | | Drama, History | Closed Captioning | Drop-in event. 
Teen Digital Art
Fri, Oct 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
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
Spanish Storytime
Sat, Oct 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Enjoy children's stories and songs in Spanish. No signup required. Edades 3-8 con adulto(s): Disfruta de los libros de cuentos para niños y las canciones en español.
Antique Appraisals at The TP Historical Society
Sat, Oct 12, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Learn about trends in the antiques market, see unique and interesting items appraised, and learn about their value. Limit of one item per person. Location: 6727 174th St, Tinley Park. Signup required.
Introduction to Apple Devices
Sat, Oct 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Bring your iPhone or iPad to learn more about Apple's mobile devices. Signup required.
Die Musikmeisters Band
Sun, Oct 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Enjoy your favorite Oktoberfest music with a quartet dressed in authentic German lederhosen. Sponsored by the Friends of the Tinley Park Public Library. Signup begins on September 15.
Ageless Grace (Brain & Body Fitness) - Attend Virtually
Mon, Oct 14, 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
Ageless Grace (Brain & Body Fitness) - Attend In Person
Mon, Oct 14, 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 September 15.
Interview Essentials: Strategies for Standing Out
Mon, Oct 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn tips to help you succeed at your next job interview. Signup required.
Deepfake: ChatGPT and AI
Mon, Oct 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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.
Greyt Readers
Mon, Oct 14, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades K-5: Readers practice their developing skills out loud to a greyhound dog for up to 15 minutes. Start times at 6:30 and 6:45 pm. Further details on library event calendar. Signup required.
This event is full
Greyt Readers
Mon, Oct 14, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades K-5: Readers practice their developing skills out loud to a greyhound dog for up to 15 minutes. Start times at 7 and 7:15 pm. Further details on library event calendar. Signup required.
This event is full
Greyt Readers
Mon, Oct 14, 7:30pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program 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
Digitize It: VHS Tapes
Tue, Oct 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn to digitize your VHS tapes. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Preschool Stories
Tue, Oct 15, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-5 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. No signup required. Create a name tag at the Youth Services Desk before program.
Mah Jongg Club
Tue, Oct 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. Drop-in event.
Bouncing Babies
Tue, Oct 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.
Read All About It! Using Newspapers for Genealogy
Tue, Oct 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to use historical newspapers for genealogy research. Signup required.
Preserve Your Past: Record Your Family's Oral History
Wed, Oct 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to record your family's oral history and have it added to the the StoryCorps Archive at the Library of Congress. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Tales for Twos
Wed, Oct 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 2 years with adult(s): Stories, fingerplays, and songs for two year olds. No signup required.
Rescheduled
Intro to Ukulele: 4-Part Series
Wed, Oct 16, 10:30am - 11:45am
New date Wednesday, October 30, 10:30am - 11:45am
Learn to play the ukulele in this 4-part series. It is recommended to attend all sessions as each session builds upon the previous. Oct 2, 9, 23 & 30. TPPL cardholders only. Ages 18+.
Preschool Stories
Wed, Oct 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-5 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. No signup required. Create a name tag at the Youth Services Desk before program.
How to Read eNewspapers
Wed, Oct 16, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
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.
Evening Yoga
Wed, Oct 16, 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 begins on September 15.
Crochet Mania
Wed, Oct 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades 6-12: Learn the basics of crocheting and make your own craft. Experts and beginners alike are welcome. Signup required.
This event is full
Bouncing Babies
Thu, Oct 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.
Stitch Club
Thu, Oct 17, 11:00am - 1:00pm
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.
Excel: Advanced
Thu, Oct 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn advanced level Excel skills. Signup required.
Evening Storytime
Thu, Oct 17, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Join us each week for themed stories, songs, activities, and a craft! No signup required.
Out of the Ordinary Book Group - The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid
Thu, Oct 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Genre: Historical Drama | Led by: Cindy | Drop-in event
Tales for Twos
Fri, Oct 18, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 2 years with adult(s): Stories, fingerplays, and songs for two year olds. No signup required.
Family Pajamarama - Special Halloween Edition
Fri, Oct 18, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Participate in Halloween stories, fingerplays, games, crafts, and songs. Come dressed in your Halloween costume. No signup required.
Dungeons and Dragons
Sat, Oct 19, 10:00am - 4:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grade 9-Adult: Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Dungeons and Dragons by playing a D&D one shot. DMs, snacks, and beverages provided. Signup required.
Arabic Storytime
Sat, Oct 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Enjoy children's stories and songs in Arabic. No signup required.
Creativebug: Learn Crafting Projects Step-by-Step
Sat, Oct 19, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
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.
How to Listen to Podcasts
Sun, Oct 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to find and listen to podcasts on your favorite devices. Signup required.
Heritage Quest: Research Your Family History
Mon, Oct 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to use the library's HeritageQuest database for genealogy research. Signup required.
"Sew" Simple
Mon, Oct 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades 4-5: Learn a few simple stitches and create your choice of felt project. All supplies provided. Signup required.
This event is full
"Sew" Simple
Mon, Oct 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades 6-12: It's pick your own project time! Choose from several projects as you visit with other stitchers. All supplies provided. Signup required.
This event is full
Preschool Stories
Tue, Oct 22, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-5 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. No signup required. Create a name tag at the Youth Services Desk before program.
Memory Cafe
Tue, Oct 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
A comfortable social gathering for people living with dementia to attend with their care partners. Includes fun, creative engagement activities, music, and refreshments. Signup required.
Bouncing Babies
Tue, Oct 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.
Introduction to Cloud Storage
Tue, Oct 22, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn the benefits and drawbacks of cloud storage. Informational, no individual technology support provided. Signup required.
Tinley Traveler - Poland
Tue, Oct 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades 2-3: Get your passports ready! We'll explore the people and culture of Poland. Signup required.
Illinois Libraries Present: Jason Reynolds - Virtual Event
Tue, Oct 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us virtually for an evening with #1 New York Times bestselling author, advocate, mentor, and 2020-2022 National Ambassador for Young People's Literature. Signup required.Register
Password Management
Wed, Oct 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn to create and store secure passwords. Signup required.
Tales for Twos
Wed, Oct 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 2 years with adult(s): Stories, fingerplays, and songs for two year olds. No signup required.
Intro to Ukulele: 4-Part Series
Wed, Oct 23, 10:30am - 11:45am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn to play the ukulele in this 4-part series. It is recommended to attend all sessions as each session builds upon the previous. Oct 2, 9, 23 & 30. TPPL cardholders only. Ages 18+.
Preschool Stories
Wed, Oct 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-5 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. No signup required. Create a name tag at the Youth Services Desk before program.
Mary Shelley: Love and Frankenstein
Wed, Oct 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Be enchanted by actress and award-winning storyteller Megan Wells as she portrays Mary Shelley. Signup required.
Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Wed, Oct 23, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Board Room
Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees
Wiggleworms
Wed, Oct 23, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 2-3 years with adult(s): Enjoy stories, songs, and a craft. Signup required.
Bouncing Babies
Thu, Oct 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.
Resume Tips and Tricks
Thu, Oct 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn techniques to help your resume get seen by a human. Signup required.
Create Professional Presentations with Canva
Thu, Oct 24, 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.
Self-Expression Through Movement
Thu, Oct 24, 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 September 15.
Evening Storytime
Thu, Oct 24, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Join us each week for themed stories, songs, activities, and a craft! No signup required.
Tales for Twos
Fri, Oct 25, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 2 years with adult(s): Stories, fingerplays, and songs for two year olds. No signup required.
Word Basics
Fri, Oct 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's word-processing software. Signup required.
Using Consumer Reports
Fri, Oct 25, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to use Consumer Reports to access articles and product reviews. Signup required.
Family Activity Night - Halloween Bingo
Fri, Oct 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Families: Come to the library and spend some quality time together! We'll play some Halloween picture bingo while dressed up in our costumes! No signup required.
Firefly Family Theatre: Harvest Moon
Sat, Oct 26, 10:30am - 11:15am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Families: Join Spark the Firefly and all her friends as they experience the sights and sounds of fall and Halloween. Fun for families! Signup required for each person attending.
King Me!
Sat, Oct 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades 4-8: Show off your skills and join us for chess and checker fun! Beginners and experts alike are welcome. Signup required.
This event is full
Downtown Tinley Boo Bash
Sun, Oct 27, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Swing by the library's booth at Boo Bash for a ghoulishly good storytime and a spooktacular treat! The day will open with a sensory-friendly time with reduced noise levels and a quiet zone.
Ageless Grace (Brain & Body Fitness) - Attend Virtually
Mon, Oct 28, 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
Ageless Grace (Brain & Body Fitness) - Attend In Person
Mon, Oct 28, 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 September 15.
League of Aspiring Writers
Mon, Oct 28, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Connect with other local writers who are eager to improve their craft and help you improve yours. Drop-in event.
Mah Jongg Club
Mon, Oct 28, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Players of all skill levels are welcome. An instructor will be on hand to teach those new to the game. Drop-in event.
Greyt Readers
Mon, Oct 28, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades K-5: Readers practice their developing skills out loud to a greyhound dog for up to 15 minutes. Start times at 6:30 and 6:45 pm. Further details on library event calendar. Signup required.
This event is full
Greyt Readers
Mon, Oct 28, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades K-5: Readers practice their developing skills out loud to a greyhound dog for up to 15 minutes. Start times at 7 and 7:15 pm. Further details on library event calendar. Signup required.
This event is full
Greyt Readers
Mon, Oct 28, 7:30pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program 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
Fairy Tale Theatre Auditions - North Pole's Got Talent
Tue, Oct 29, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades 6-12: Auditions are being held for our first winter Fairy Tale Theatre production. For more information, please visit tplibrary.me/ftt-actors or call the Youth Services Desk.
Intro to Ukulele: 4-Part Series
Wed, Oct 30, 10:30am - 11:45am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn to play the ukulele in this 4-part series. It is recommended to attend all sessions as each session builds upon the previous. Oct 2, 9, 23 & 30. TPPL cardholders only. Ages 18+.
Tinley Traveler - Poland
Wed, Oct 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades 2-3: Get your passports ready! We'll explore the people and culture of Poland. Signup required.
Teen Trivia Night - Halloween
Wed, Oct 30, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades 6-12: Join us and test your knowledge on all things spooky and Halloween. Signup required.
This event is full
Book Discussion - The Haunting of Hill House by Shirley Jackson
Thu, Oct 31, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Genre: Horror, Gothic | Led by: Doug | Drop-in event
Magazine Giveaway
Sat, Nov 02, All day
Discarded library magazines are available for free on the first Saturday of the month.
Supported Storytime
Sat, Nov 02, 10:30am - 11:15am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): A visual schedule and sensory supports will be available in this adaptive storytime. Join us for stories, songs, movement, and sensory activities. Signup required.
Using Consumer Reports
Sun, Nov 03, 2:30pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to use Consumer Reports to access articles and product reviews. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 15 2024 at 9:00am
Family Movie Subscription Bag - Children Ages 3-8
Mon, Nov 04, 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 family. Signup required; begins October 15th. Pickup begins November 4th.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 15 2024 at 12:00am
Family Movie Subscription Bag - Children Ages 9-12
Mon, Nov 04, 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 family. Signup required; begins October 15th. Pickup begins November 4th.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 15 2024 at 12:00am
Fire Station Storytime with TPFD - Community Storytime
Mon, Nov 04, 9:30am - 10:15am
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Join us at this special storytime to learn what the Fire Department does for our community. Location: Fire Station 47, 7825 W 167th St in Tinley Park. No signup required.
Morningstar: Research Stocks with Confidence
Mon, Nov 04, 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 Tuesday, October 15 2024 at 9:00am
Introduction to Android Devices
Tue, Nov 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Bring your phone or tablet to learn what makes Android unique. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 15 2024 at 9:00am
Mah Jongg Club
Tue, Nov 05, 11:00am - 1:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Players of all skill levels are welcome. An instructor will be on hand to teach those new to the game. Drop-in event.
HeritageHub: Research Your Family History
Tue, Nov 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to use the library's HeritageHub database for genealogy research. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 15 2024 at 9:00am
Reference Solutions: Your Online Whitepages
Wed, Nov 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to use the library's database Reference Solutions when searching for contact information. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 15 2024 at 9:00am
Senior Medicare Patrol
Wed, Nov 06, 2:00pm - 3:15pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn how you can prevent, detect, and report potential Medicare fraud, followed by a game of bingo. Presented by Age Options in partnership with Pathlights. Signup required.
Stitch Club
Thu, Nov 07, 11:00am - 1:00pm
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.
Adobe Photoshop Basics
Thu, Nov 07, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn to enhance your photos with Adobe Photoshop. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 15 2024 at 9:00am
Word Basics
Thu, Nov 07, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's word-processing software. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 15 2024 at 9:00am
Friday Films: Arthur the King (2024)
Fri, Nov 08, 11:00am - 12:55pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
2024 | PG-13 | 107 min | Adventure, Drama | Closed Captioning | Drop-in event. 
Friday Films: Arthur the King (2024)
Fri, Nov 08, 2:00pm - 3:55pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
2024 | PG-13 | 107 min | Adventure, Drama | Closed Captioning | Drop-in event. 
How to Read eMagazines
Fri, Nov 08, 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, October 15 2024 at 9:00am
Digitize It: Reel-to-Reel Films
Fri, Nov 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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 Tuesday, October 15 2024 at 9:00am
Excel Basics
Sat, Nov 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's spreadsheet application. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 15 2024 at 9:00am
Spanish Storytime
Sat, Nov 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Enjoy children's stories and songs in Spanish. No signup required. Edades 3-8 con adulto(s): Disfruta de los libros de cuentos para niños y las canciones en español.
Native Americans: Then and Now
Sat, Nov 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Gather with us as Joseph Standing Bear Schranz, founder of the Midwest SOARRING Foundation, shares his knowledge. Enjoy hearing the flute and explore artifacts. Adults 18+. Signup required.
Introduction to Google Accounts
Sun, Nov 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to create a Google account and about the suite of free services it grants you access to. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 15 2024 at 9:00am
Perler Bead Fun
Sun, Nov 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades 3-5: Drop-in and express your creativity by creating a colorful piece of art using Perler beads. No signup required
Ageless Grace (Brain & Body Fitness) - Attend Virtually
Mon, Nov 11, 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
Ageless Grace (Brain & Body Fitness) - Attend In Person
Mon, Nov 11, 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 October 15.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 15 2024 at 9:00am
Create a Professional Profile with LinkedIn
Mon, Nov 11, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Enhance your professional presence with a LinkedIn profile. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 15 2024 at 9:00am
Greyt Readers
Mon, Nov 11, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades K-5: Readers practice their developing skills out loud to a greyhound dog for up to 15 minutes. Start times at 6:30 and 6:45 pm. Further details on library event calendar. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 15 2024 at 12:00am
Greyt Readers
Mon, Nov 11, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades K-5: Readers practice their developing skills out loud to a greyhound dog for up to 15 minutes. Start times at 7 and 7:15 pm. Further details on library event calendar. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 15 2024 at 12:00am
Greyt Readers
Mon, Nov 11, 7:30pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades K-5: Readers practice their developing skills out loud to a greyhound dog for up to 15 minutes. Start times at 7:30 and 7:45 pm. Further details on library event calendar. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 15 2024 at 12:00am
Chicago's Iconic World's Fairs: 1893 and 1933-34
Tue, Nov 12, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Historian Ed Bara discusses the rich history of Chicago's two World's Fairs and how new attractions and technologies introduced at these global events helped shape the modern world. Signup required.
JobNow: Prepare for Your Next Job Search
Tue, Nov 12, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to get live 1-on-1 virtual help with your resume or live interview coaching. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 15 2024 at 9:00am
Digitize It: Photos and Slides
Wed, Nov 13, 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, October 15 2024 at 9:00am
Too Good to Be Missed Book Group - Recursion by Blake Crouch
Wed, Nov 13, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Genre: Science Fiction, Thriller | Led by: Megan | Drop-in event
Introduction to Apple Devices
Wed, Nov 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Bring your iPhone or iPad to learn more about Apple's mobile devices. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 15 2024 at 9:00am
Movie Discussion Group - Gaslight
Wed, Nov 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Watch at home and come to the library to discuss. 1944 | Approved | 114 minutes | Crime, Drama, Mystery | Drop-in event
Chair Yoga
Thu, Nov 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Instructor Kathy Ruiter will guide you in gentle, non-strenuous chair exercises and meditation. Signup begins on October 15.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 15 2024 at 9:00am
Readers' Choice Book Award Preview
Thu, Nov 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades K-8: Come learn about Illinois Readers' Choice Book Award nominees. Join us as staff highlight titles from the 2025 Monarch, Bluestem, and Rebecca Caudill lists. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 15 2024 at 12:00am
Introduction to Windows 11
Thu, Nov 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Familiarize yourself with Microsoft's Windows 11. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 15 2024 at 9:00am
How to Use eAudiobooks and eBooks
Thu, Nov 14, 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 Tuesday, October 15 2024 at 9:00am
Five Wishes: A Living Will Document
Fri, Nov 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Learn about this legally-binding document that can help you and your family plan ahead in the event of serious illness. Signup required.
Holiday Gift Package Sale
Sat, Nov 16, 10:00am - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
The Friends are excited to offer gift packages again. The best part is they are all wrapped up & ready to give! This years sale will be limited to children's books. Cash or check only please. Drop in.
Excel: Intermediate
Sat, Nov 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn to format and arrange data to improve the functionality and analysis of your dataset. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 15 2024 at 9:00am
Arabic Storytime
Sat, Nov 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Enjoy children's stories and songs in Arabic. No signup required.
Spread the Cheer - Holiday Doorhanger for Donation
Sat, Nov 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades 6-12: Spread the cheer this holiday season by creating holiday doorhangers that will be donated to members of the community. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 15 2024 at 12:00am
Data Driven Marketing: Access Demographics and Consumer Data
Mon, Nov 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to find data for marketing using the library's databases. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 15 2024 at 9:00am
Mah Jongg Club
Tue, Nov 19, 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.
Digitize It: Vinyl Records
Tue, Nov 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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 Tuesday, October 15 2024 at 9:00am
Introduction to Cloud Storage
Tue, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn the benefits and drawbacks of cloud storage. Informational, no individual technology support provided. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 15 2024 at 9:00am
Flying High: Betty the Pan Am Stewardess
Tue, Nov 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Historian Leslie Goddard, Ph.D., tells a true story about the real-life stewardesses of Pan Am, the most glamorous U.S. airline. Buckle up - this is one flight you won't forget! Signup required.
Cut the Cable Cord
Wed, Nov 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
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 Tuesday, October 15 2024 at 9:00am
Ancestry.com Library Edition: Research Your Family History
Wed, Nov 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Start your genealogy research with the library's edition of the popular database. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 15 2024 at 9:00am
Evening Yoga
Wed, Nov 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Through guided instruction from Kathy Ruiter, combine gentle yoga poses with breathing awareness to relax the mind. Bring a yoga mat and a firm blanket. Signup begins on October 15.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 15 2024 at 9:00am
Illinois Libraries Present: Chef Art Smith - Virtual Event
Wed, Nov 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join Chef Art Smith virtually to bring some of his inspiration into your holiday season. Joined in conversation with Monica Eng, award-winning Chicago journalist. Signup required.Register
Stitch Club
Thu, Nov 21, 11:00am - 1:00pm
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.
Police Station Storytime with TPPD - Community Storytime
Thu, Nov 21, 11:00am - 11:45am
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Join us at this special storytime to learn what the Police Department does for our community. No signup required. Event held at TPPD 7850 W, 7850 183rd St.
PowerPoint Basics
Thu, Nov 21, 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 Tuesday, October 15 2024 at 9:00am
Out of the Ordinary Book Group - Everything You Wanted to Know About Indians by Anton Treuer
Thu, Nov 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Genre: History, Sociology | Led by: Doug | Drop-in event
How to Read eNewspapers
Fri, Nov 22, 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 Tuesday, October 15 2024 at 9:00am
Digitize It: VHS Tapes
Fri, Nov 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn to digitize your VHS tapes. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 15 2024 at 9:00am
Eddie Korosa, Jr & The Boys From Illinois
Sun, Nov 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Join Eddie, playing his accordion, and his band as they entertain with polkas and other old favorites. Sponsored by the Friends of the Tinley Park Public Library. Signup begins on October 15.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 15 2024 at 12:00am
Ageless Grace (Brain & Body Fitness) - Attend Virtually
Mon, Nov 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
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
Ageless Grace (Brain & Body Fitness) - Attend In Person
Mon, Nov 25, 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 October 15.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 15 2024 at 9:00am
League of Aspiring Writers
Mon, Nov 25, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Connect with other local writers who are eager to improve their craft and help you improve yours. Drop-in event.
Mah Jongg Club
Mon, Nov 25, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Players of all skill levels are welcome. An instructor will be on hand to teach those new to the game. Drop-in event.
Greyt Readers
Mon, Nov 25, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades K-5: Readers practice their developing skills out loud to a greyhound dog for up to 15 minutes. Start times at 6:30 and 6:45 pm. Further details on library event calendar. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 15 2024 at 12:00am
Greyt Readers
Mon, Nov 25, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades K-5: Readers practice their developing skills out loud to a greyhound dog for up to 15 minutes. Start times at 7 and 7:15 pm. Further details on library event calendar. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 15 2024 at 12:00am
Greyt Readers
Mon, Nov 25, 7:30pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades K-5: Readers practice their developing skills out loud to a greyhound dog for up to 15 minutes. Start times at 7:30 and 7:45 pm. Further details on library event calendar. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 15 2024 at 12:00am
Memory Cafe
Tue, Nov 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
A comfortable social gathering for people living with dementia to attend with their care partners. Includes fun, creative engagement activities, music, and refreshments. Signup required.
Teen Reads Subscription Box
Sun, Dec 01, All day
Grades 6-12: Sign up quarterly at tplibrary.me/teen-boxes for a monthly subscription box with books, movies, and fun extras, chosen by your favorite librarians based on your preferences.
Junior Reads Subscription Bags
Sun, Dec 01, All day
Grades 3-5: Sign up at tplibrary.me/junior-reads every quarter for a monthly subscription bag with books and goodies, chosen based on your reading preferences.
Ready Readers Subscription Bags
Sun, Dec 01, All day
Grades K-2: Sign up quarterly at tplibrary.me/ready-readers-bags for a monthly subscription bag with books and goodies, chosen based on your interests.
Cut the Cable Cord
Sun, Dec 01, 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 Friday, November 15 2024 at 9:00am
Family Movie Subscription Bag - Children Ages 3-8
Mon, Dec 02, All day
Families with children ages 3-8: Sign up for a movie subscription bag with a new theme each month! This month is focused on Musicals. One signup per family. Pickup begins December 2.
Registration opens Friday, November 15 2024 at 9:00am
Family Movie Subscription Bag - Children Ages 9-12
Mon, Dec 02, All day
Families with children ages 9-12: Sign up for a movie subscription bag with a new theme each month! This month is focused on Musicals. Signup required; one per family. Pickup begins December 2.
Registration opens Friday, November 15 2024 at 12:00am
STEAM Ahead - Winter Fun
Mon, Dec 02, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades K-2: Join us for science-based activities on a fascinating theme: Winter Fun! Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, November 15 2024 at 12:00am
Spread the Cheer - Holiday Ornament Decorating
Mon, Dec 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades 3-5: Come make a festive ornament to donate to a local assisted living center and another one to keep at home! Sign up is required
Registration opens Friday, November 15 2024 at 12:00am
How to Catch a Gingerbread Man
Wed, Dec 04, 11:00am - 11:45am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 4-5 with adult(s): Run, Run, Run, as fast as you can to the library for "How to Catch a Gingerbread Man" and create a gingerbread inspired craft with your little one. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, November 15 2024 at 12:00am
Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Wed, Dec 04, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Board Room
Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees
Introduction to Apple Devices
Thu, Dec 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Bring your iPhone or iPad to learn more about Apple's mobile devices. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, November 15 2024 at 9:00am
Bluestem Book Club - Air
Thu, Dec 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Grades 3-5: Each month, we'll discuss a different nominee from the 2025 Bluestem Readers' Choice List while enjoying a snack. Then, concluding with fun activities! Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, November 15 2024 at 12:00am
Deepfake: ChatGPT and AI
Fri, Dec 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Learn about Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology innovations and how AI can influence various aspects of our lives and industries. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, November 15 2024 at 9:00am
Fairy Tale Theatre Presents - North Pole's Got Talent
Fri, Dec 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Families: Celebrate the holiday season with a funny show featuring elves, reindeer, and even Santa Claus himself! Tickets can be picked up in person at the Youth Services Desk starting November 23.
Magazine Giveaway
Sat, Dec 07, All day
Discarded library magazines are available for free on the first Saturday of the month.
Fairy Tale Theatre Presents - North Pole's Got Talent
Sat, Dec 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Families: Celebrate the holiday season with a funny show featuring elves, reindeer, and even Santa Claus himself! Tickets can be picked up in person at the Youth Services Desk starting November 23.
Fairy Tale Theatre Presents - North Pole's Got Talent
Sat, Dec 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Families: Celebrate the holiday season with a funny show featuring elves, reindeer, and even Santa Claus himself! Tickets can be picked up in person at the Youth Services Desk starting November 23.
Information Literacy in the Age of AI and Social Media
Sun, Dec 08, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A,1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn how to identify misinformation, and content created by AI, on social media.
Registration opens Friday, November 15 2024 at 9:00am
Ageless Grace (Brain & Body Fitness) - Attend In Person
Mon, Dec 09, 10:00am - 10:45am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Work out your brain as well as your body in this fun, creative, and playful chair exercise program. Signup required for each in-person session. Signup for this session begins on November 15.
Registration opens Friday, November 15 2024 at 9:00am
PowerPoint Basics
Mon, Dec 09, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn how to create Microsoft PowerPoint slideshows with dynamic features to spice up your presentations. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, November 15 2024 at 9:00am
Introduction to Google Apps
Tue, Dec 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn how to use various Google apps on your smartphone. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, November 15 2024 at 9:00am
YAC/Cafe Ole Yule Ball
Tue, Dec 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades 6-12. A magical night is in store at our annual YAC/Café Ole Yule Ball. Celebrate the delights of the season while enjoying refreshments. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, November 15 2024 at 12:00am
Music and Movement
Wed, Dec 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 2-3 with adult(s): Join us for stories, songs, and fun, as we dance and sing together with instruments, scarves, music, and, of course, books!
Parachute Fun!
Wed, Dec 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages: 4-5 with adult(s): Sing and move as we explore the wonders of the parachute! Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, November 15 2024 at 12:00am
Online Job Searching
Wed, Dec 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
In addition to online job searching, this class also covers Microsoft Word for resumes and cover letters. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, November 15 2024 at 9:00am
Movie Discussion Group - Die Hard
Wed, Dec 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Watch at home and come to the library to discuss. 1988 | R | 132 minutes | Action | Drop-in event
Chair Yoga
Thu, Dec 12, 11:30am - 12:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Instructor Kathy Ruiter will guide you in gentle, non-strenuous chair exercises and meditation. Signup begins on November 15.
Registration opens Friday, November 15 2024 at 9:00am
Cup Stacking
Thu, Dec 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Entering Grades 4-5: Test your skill and speed by participating in an exciting variety of individual and group cup stacking challenges!
Registration opens Friday, November 15 2024 at 12:00am
Merry Grinchmas
Thu, Dec 12, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades K-2 Calling all Whos! Join us for a reading of How the Grinch Stole Christmas. Then, complete a Grinch inspired craft to take home!
Registration opens Friday, November 15 2024 at 12:00am
Family Activity Night - LEGO
Fri, Dec 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.
Arabic Storytime
Sat, Dec 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 3-8 with adult(s): Enjoy children's stories and songs in Arabic. No signup required.
Introduction to Android Devices
Sat, Dec 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Bring your phone or tablet to learn what makes Android unique. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, November 15 2024 at 9:00am
Ancestry.com Library Edition: Research Your Family History
Mon, Dec 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Start your genealogy research with the library's edition of the popular database. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, November 15 2024 at 9:00am
Paws and Relax
Mon, Dec 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades 9-12. Drop in anytime between 6:30 and 7:30 to take some time to unwind and de-stress from studying for finals with some therapy dogs!
Memory Cafe
Tue, Dec 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
A comfortable social gathering for people living with dementia to attend with their care partners. Includes fun, creative engagement activities, music, and refreshments. Signup required.
Excel Basics
Tue, Dec 17, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's spreadsheet application. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, November 15 2024 at 9:00am
Introduction to Windows 11
Wed, Dec 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Familiarize yourself with Microsoft's Windows 11. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, November 15 2024 at 9:00am
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