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The Floor is Lava
2025-01-31 16:30:00 2025-01-31 17:15:00 America/Chicago The Floor is Lava Grades K-2: Play along as the library turns into a lava jumping adventure! Players must imagine that the floor is molten hot lava while jumping across foam game pieces! Signup required. Tinley Park Public Library - 1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Friday, January 31
4:30pm - 5:15pm

Add to Calendar 2025-01-31 16:30:00 2025-01-31 17:15:00 America/Chicago The Floor is Lava Grades K-2: Play along as the library turns into a lava jumping adventure! Players must imagine that the floor is molten hot lava while jumping across foam game pieces! Signup required. Tinley Park Public Library - 1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Tinley Park Public Library

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Grades K-2: Play along as the library turns into a lava jumping adventure! Players must imagine that the floor is molten hot lava while jumping across foam game pieces! Signup required.

Grades K-2: Play along as the library turns into a lava jumping adventure! Players must imagine that the floor is molten hot lava while jumping across foam game pieces. This family game incorporates physical activity, imagination and pure fun! Remember, don't touch the lava! Signup required.

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

EVENT TYPE: | Gaming and Play |

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Tinley Park Public Library
Phone: 708-532-0160
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Mon, Aug 25 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Aug 26 9:00AM to 9:00PM
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The Tinley Park Public Library is subject to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Individuals who require an accommodation for a disability for any library presentation should contact the library at 708.532.0160, x3 or outreachservices@tplibrary.org at least ten working days before an event.

Upcoming events

Family Movie Subscription Bag - Children Ages 3-8
Tue, Sep 02, All day
Families with children ages 3-8: Sign up for a movie subscription box with a new theme each month! This month is focused on Disney. One signup per family, begins 8/15. Pickup begins 9/2.
This event is full
Family Movie Subscription Bag - Children Ages 9-12
Tue, Sep 02, All day
Families with children ages 9-12: Sign up for a movie subscription box with a new theme each month! This month is focused on Disney. One signup per family, begins 8/15. Pickup begins 9/2.
This event is full
Baby's First Book Bag
Tue, Sep 02, All day
Ages Birth - 23 months: Strengthen your baby's language and literacy skills with this subscription service! Your bag will include books and activities. Signup begins 8/15. Pickup begins 9/2.
Registration is now closed
Preschool Stories
Tue, Sep 02, 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.
Mah Jongg Club
Tue, Sep 02, 11:00am - 1:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Players of all skill levels are welcome. An instructor will be on hand to teach those new to the game. Drop-in event.
Bouncing Babies
Tue, Sep 02, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages Birth - 23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. Drop-in event.
Resume Tips and Tricks
Tue, Sep 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn techniques to help your resume get seen by a human. Signup required.
How to Use eAudiobooks and eBooks
Tue, Sep 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to remotely access the library's collection of eAudiobooks and eBooks on your favorite devices. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Toddler Tales
Wed, Sep 03, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs, and more. Drop-in event.
Preschool Stories
Wed, Sep 03, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed to promote early literacy and fine motor skills for preschoolers. Drop-in event.
Classic Comics Bingo
Wed, Sep 03, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Celebrate the Sunday Funnies you grew up with: "Dick Tracy," "Blondie," "Nancy," "Archie," "Cathy," "Family Circus," "Peanuts," and more. It's a trip down memory lane - with prizes! Signup required.
This event is full
PressReader: How to Access eNewspapers
Wed, Sep 03, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to remotely access the library's collection of eNewspapers on PressReader on your favorite devices. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Teen Volunteering - Baby Loves to Explore
Wed, Sep 03, 5:45pm - 6:45pm
Grades 6-12: Assist librarians by helping to set up activity stations and clean up.
This event is full
Baby Loves to Explore
Wed, Sep 03, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-23 months with adult(s): Join us for a fun time as we let baby explore and learn. Signup required.
This event is full
Bouncing Babies
Thu, Sep 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. Drop-in event.
Stitch Club
Thu, Sep 04, 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.
Apple Devices: Basics
Thu, Sep 04, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Familiarize yourself with the basic features of your iPad or iPhone. Signup required.
This event is full
Bookmobile Stops - Tinley Park East & West
Thu, Sep 04, 3:45pm - 5:30pm
Visit the Bookmobile to check out books, movies and more, and pick up a special treat! Parkside (East) 3:45-4:15 pm; Fairmont Village (West) 4:25-4:50 pm; Radcliffe Place (West) 5-5:30 pm
Bluestem Book Club - The Guardian Test by Christina Soontornvat
Thu, Sep 04, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades 3-5: Each month, we'll discuss a different nominee from the 2026 Bluestem Readers' Choice List while enjoying a snack. We'll conclude with fun activities! Signup required.
American Sign Language 101
Thu, Sep 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
September is National Deaf Awareness month. Amber Williams will introduce you to American Sign Language (ASL), the manual alphabet, basic vocabulary, and some aspects of Deaf culture. Signup required.
Evening Storytime
Thu, Sep 04, 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! Drop-in event.
Toddler Tales
Fri, Sep 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs, and more. Drop-in event.
Teen Volunteering - Team LEGO
Fri, Sep 05, 6:15pm - 7:45pm
Grades 6-12: Assist librarians by helping participants make their Lego creations, as well as set up and clean up.
This event is full
Character Exploration: Developing Original Characters
Fri, Sep 05, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades 9-Adult: Participants will learn how to brainstorm and build original characters. This session is designed to strengthen your creativity and storytelling skills. Signup required.
Team LEGO
Fri, Sep 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades 2-3: Teamwork is the name of the game! Each person will be paired with a teen and work together to complete their LEGO challenges. Signup required.
This event is full
Magazine Giveaway
Sat, Sep 06, All day
Discarded library magazines are available for free on the first Saturday of the month.
Supported Storytime
Sat, Sep 06, 10:30am - 11:15am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): A visual schedule and sensory supports will be available in this adaptive storytime. Join us for stories, songs, movement, and sensory activities. Signup required.
This event is full
Introduction to Google Apps
Mon, Sep 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to use various Google apps on your smartphone. Signup required.
Ageless Grace (Brain & Body Fitness) - Attend In Person
Mon, Sep 08, 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.
Ageless Grace (Brain & Body Fitness) - Attend Virtually
Mon, Sep 08, 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
Crisis Center for South Suburbia Information Table
Mon, Sep 08, 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.
Comic Book 101
Mon, Sep 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades 3-5: Explore the different languages of comics, from the eyes, to body posture, to the actual language within speech bubbles. Signup required.
Greyt Readers
Mon, Sep 08, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Grades K-5: Readers practice their developing skills out loud to a greyhound dog for up to 15 minutes. Start times at 6:30 and 6:45 pm. Further details on library event calendar. Signup required.
Greyt Readers
Mon, Sep 08, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Grades K-5: Readers practice their developing skills out loud to a greyhound dog for up to 15 minutes. Start times at 7 and 7:15 pm. Further details on library event calendar. Signup required.
Greyt Readers
Mon, Sep 08, 7:30pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Grades K-5: Readers practice their developing skills out loud to a greyhound dog for up to 15 minutes. Start times at 7:30 and 7:45 pm. Further details on library event calendar. Signup required.
Preschool Stories
Tue, Sep 09, 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, Sep 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Give your brain the workout it needs to stay sharp! Join us for fun brain-teasers, games, and puzzles that get you thinking. Made possible through a grant from AgeOptions. Signup required.
Bouncing Babies
Tue, Sep 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages Birth - 23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. Drop-in event.
Youth Advisory Council - YAC
Tue, Sep 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades 6-12: Help plan teen programs at the library. Pizza and pop are served. Signup required.
This event is full
English as a Second Language: Conversation Group
Tue, Sep 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Practice conversational English with other members of the community who speak English as a second language. Signup required.
Cafe Ole
Tue, Sep 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades 6-12: Hang out with your friends, eat cookies, sip on a hot or cold drink, and enjoy a different activity each time. Signup required.
This event is full
Toddler Tales
Wed, Sep 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs, and more. Drop-in event.
Preschool Stories
Wed, Sep 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed to promote early literacy and fine motor skills for preschoolers. Drop-in event.
Too Good to Be Missed Book Group - Bright Young Women by Jessica Knoll
Wed, Sep 10, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Genre: Thriller, Suspense | Led by: Dominique | Drop-in event
Teen Volunteering - Superhero Science
Wed, Sep 10, 4:45pm - 6:00pm
Grades 6-12: Assist librarians with different program activities, as well as set up and clean up
This event is full
Superhero Science
Wed, Sep 10, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades 3-5: Calling all superheroes! Join us for some science fun! Signup required.
This event is full
Movie Discussion Group - Real Women Have Curves
Wed, Sep 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Watch at home and come to the library to discuss. 2002 | PG-13 | 90 minutes | Comedy, Drama | Drop-in event
Bouncing Babies
Thu, Sep 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. Drop-in event.
Chair Yoga
Thu, Sep 11, 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 August 15.
Bookmobile Stops - Tinley Park South
Thu, Sep 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Visit the Bookmobile to check out books, movies, and more, and pick up a special treat! Brookside Glen - Glenbrook 4:30-4:55 pm Brookside Glen - Monaghan 5-5:30 pm
Digitize It: VHS Tapes
Thu, Sep 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn to digitize your VHS tapes. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Teen Volunteering - Fandom Welcome Bag Assembly
Thu, Sep 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades 6-12: Assist librarians by assembling welcome bags for the Fall Fandom Fest.
This event is full
Evening Storytime
Thu, Sep 11, 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! Drop-in event.
Toddler Tales
Fri, Sep 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs, and more. Drop-in event.
Friday Films: Snow White (2025)
Fri, Sep 12, 11:00am - 12:50pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
2025 | PG | 109 minutes | Fantasy, Adventure | Closed Captioning | Drop-in event.
Friday Films: Snow White (2025)
Fri, Sep 12, 2:00pm - 3:50pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
2025 | PG | 109 minutes | Fantasy, Adventure | Closed Captioning | Drop-in event.
Fandom Fest Trivia: Films & Literature
Fri, Sep 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades 9-Adult: Show off your film & literature knowledge with a game of trivia! Play alone or with a team (limit 6 people per team) for a chance to win a prize. Signup required.
Teen Volunteering - Family Pajamarama
Fri, Sep 12, 6:15pm - 7:30pm
Grades 6-12: Assist librarians with set up and clean up.
This event is full
Family Pajamarama
Fri, Sep 12, 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.
Teen Craft Night - Minecraft Mosaics
Fri, Sep 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades 6-12: Test your IRL crafting skills! Create an original Minecraft-themed mosaic out of wood and paint. Signup required.
This event is full
Bookmobile @ Tinley Park Farmers Market
Sat, Sep 13, 8:00am - 12:30pm
Visit the Bookmobile to make a free craft and pick up a treat! Learn about library events and resources, check out and return materials, or sign up for a library card. At Oak Park Ave & North Street.
Information Literacy in the Age of AI and Social Media
Sat, Sep 13, 10:00am - 11:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn how to identify misinformation and content created by AI on social media. Signup required.
Polish Storytime
Sat, Sep 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Enjoy stories and songs in both Polish and English. Signup preferred.
Wicked: For Good
Sat, Sep 13, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
All ages: Join us as we dance through life and celebrate all things Wicked with photo opportunities, trivia, singing, and more. Signup required.
Knights of Harmony Chorus in Concert
Sun, Sep 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Enjoy the rich harmonies of this local barbershop-style acapella group. Sponsored by the Friends of the Tinley Park Public Library. Signup begins Aug 15.
Stories Around Town @ Krema Coffee - Offsite Event
Mon, Sep 15, 10:15am - 10:45am
Drop by Krema Coffee in the Oak Park Ave Train Station from 10:15-10:45 am for a 30-minute storytime and craft. Visit the Bookmobile between 10-11 am to check out books and pick up a special treat!
PowerPoint: Basics
Mon, Sep 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to create Microsoft PowerPoint slideshows with dynamic features to spice up your presentations. Signup required.
"Sew" Simple
Mon, Sep 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades 4-5: Learn a few simple stitches and create a Fandom tic-tac-toe game. All supplies provided. Signup required.
This event is full
The Art of the Anime Expression
Mon, Sep 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades 6-12: Learn how to draw different expressions in an anime and manga style and about their influence in modern day comics and cartoons. Signup required.
This event is full
Preschool Stories
Tue, Sep 16, 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.
Energy Saving Tips: ComEd Energy Force Program
Tue, Sep 16, 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.
Mah Jongg Club
Tue, Sep 16, 11:00am - 1:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Players of all skill levels are welcome. An instructor will be on hand to teach those new to the game. Drop-in event.
Bouncing Babies
Tue, Sep 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages Birth - 23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. Drop-in event.
Digitize It: Reel-to-Reel Films
Tue, Sep 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn to digitize your 8 mm, Super 8, or 16 mm reel-to-reel films. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Excel: Basics
Tue, Sep 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's spreadsheet application. Signup required.
This event is full
K-Pop Demon Hunters - Pop Up Party
Tue, Sep 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Join us for an epic celebration inspired by K-Pop Demon Hunters! Drop-in event.
Illinois Libraries Present: Steve Burns - Virtual
Tue, Sep 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us virtually for a nostalgic and intimate conversation with Emmy-nominated actor Steve Burns, best known as "Steve" from the beloved Nickelodeon show Blue's Clues. Signup required.
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Super Mario Origami Star Jars
Tue, Sep 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades 6-12: Learn to make miniature origami stars that look like the ones in Super Mario and fill a small jar with them! Beverages served. Signup required.
This event is full
Toddler Tales
Wed, Sep 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs, and more. Drop-in event.
Preschool Stories
Wed, Sep 17, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed to promote early literacy and fine motor skills for preschoolers. Drop-in event.
Tour the Tinley Park Historical Society - Offsite event
Wed, Sep 17, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Meet us at the Historical Society in downtown Tinley and get a glimpse of the past with a guided tour of the museum. Address: 6727 174th St. Signup required.
Cricut 101: Using the Cricut
Wed, Sep 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Grades 9-Adult: Learn how to use the Cricut and cut out designs. Signup required.
This event is full
Evening Yoga
Wed, Sep 17, 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 August 15.
Bouncing Babies
Thu, Sep 18, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. Drop-in event.
Bookmobile Stops - Orland Hills
Thu, Sep 18, 3:15pm - 5:15pm
Visit the Bookmobile to check out materials and pick up a special treat! Pheasant Ridge/ Hunter Apartments 3:15-4 pm; Apartments of Orland 4:10-4:40 pm; Orland Hills Community Center 4:45-5:15 pm.
Caudill Book Club - Dungeon Club: Roll Call
Thu, Sep 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Grades 6-8: Participants discuss a title from the Caudill 2026 Young Readers' Book Award nominee list each month. We meet at Bean N' Breek in Tinley Park. Signup & permission slip required.
Evening Storytime
Thu, Sep 18, 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! Drop-in event.
Out of the Ordinary Book Group - Cursed Objects by J.W. Ocker
Thu, Sep 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Genre: History | Led by: Doug | Drop-in event
Apple Devices: Advanced
Fri, Sep 19, 10:00am - 11:30am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn about some of the advanced features of your iPhone or iPad. Signup required.
This event is full
Toddler Tales
Fri, Sep 19, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs, and more. Drop-in event.
King Me!
Fri, Sep 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades 4-8: Show off your skills and join us for chess and checker fun! Beginners and experts alike are welcome. Signup required.
This event is full
Digitize It: Photos and Slides
Sat, Sep 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn to digitize your photos and slides. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Arabic Storytime
Sat, Sep 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Enjoy children's stories and songs in Arabic. No signup required.
Cut the Cable Cord
Mon, Sep 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn about streaming services, like Netflix and Hulu, and streaming devices, like Apple TV and Roku. Signup required.
Introduction to Cloud Storage
Mon, Sep 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.
Pushing Shape into Your Art
Mon, Sep 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades 1-2: Learn tips and tricks to emphasize shape in your art and create cartoons. Signup required.
Birth of the Universal Monsters @ TP Performing Arts Center - Offsite
Mon, Sep 22, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Storyteller William Pack discusses the creation story and legacy of Universal Pictures classic and iconic monsters, including the Mummy, the Invisible Man, Count Dracula, and more. Signup required.
"Sew" Simple
Mon, Sep 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades 6-12: Create a Super Mario-inspired magnet as you visit with other stitchers. All supplies provided. Signup required.
This event is full
Preschool Stories
Tue, Sep 23, 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, Sep 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
A comfortable social gathering for people living with dementia to attend with a family member or care partner. Includes creative engagement activities, music, and refreshments. Signup required.
Bouncing Babies
Tue, Sep 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages Birth - 23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. Drop-in event.
Teen Volunteering - We Love Hello Kitty
Tue, Sep 23, 4:15pm - 5:30pm
Grades 6-12: Assist librarians with program activities as well as set up and clean up.
This event is full
We Love Hello Kitty
Tue, Sep 23, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades K-1: Celebrate the cuteness of Hello Kitty by playing games and making a special craft! Signup required.
This event is full
Teen Volunteering - Our Friend, Hello Kitty
Tue, Sep 23, 5:45pm - 7:15pm
Grades 6-12: Assist librarians by helping set up, clean up, and assisting children with games/crafts/activities.
This event is full
Excel: Intermediate
Tue, Sep 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn to format and arrange data to improve the functionality and analysis of your dataset. Signup required.
Our Friend, Hello Kitty
Tue, Sep 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades 2-3: Who doesn't love Hello Kitty? Join us to play Hello Kitty trivia and make a special craft! Signup required.
PowerPoint Night: Fandom Edition
Tue, Sep 23, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Present a PowerPoint with your opinions on any fandom or pop culture subject! Send slides to dclements@tplibrary.org by 9/19. 8 min. max. Signup required for presenters; not required for observers.
Teen Tabletop Game Night - Flip 7
Tue, Sep 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades 6-12: Flip 7 is a game that's easy to learn and hard to master. The first to earn 200 points wins. Snacks will be served. Signup required.
This event is full
Introduction to Windows 11
Wed, Sep 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Familiarize yourself with Microsoft's Windows 11. Signup required.
This event is full
Toddler Tales
Wed, Sep 24, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs, and more. Drop-in event.
Preschool Stories
Wed, Sep 24, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed to promote early literacy and fine motor skills for preschoolers. Drop-in event.
Book Discussion - The House in the Pines by Ana Reyes
Wed, Sep 24, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Genre: Suspense, Thriller | Led by: Megan | Drop-in event
Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Wed, Sep 24, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees
SWABAF Action Figures Academy: Improv
Wed, Sep 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades 4-8: Through fun games, quick-thinking exercises, and collaborative storytelling, you'll discover how to say "Yes, And," build confidence, and turn any idea into a scene. Signup required.
This event is full
Posture, Balance, and a Little Cha-Cha
Thu, Sep 25, 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 up or sitting in a chair. Signup begins on August 15.
Bouncing Babies
Thu, Sep 25, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. Drop-in event.
Stitch Club
Thu, Sep 25, 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.
Udemy: Online Courses to Learn a New Skill
Thu, Sep 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to use the library database Udemy to learn new skills. Signup required, Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Bookmobile Stops - Tinley Park East & West
Thu, Sep 25, 3:45pm - 5:30pm
Visit the Bookmobile to check out books, movies and more, and pick up a special treat! Parkside (East) 3:45-4:15 pm; Fairmont Village (West) 4:25-4:50 pm; Radcliffe Place (West) 5-5:30 pm
Evening Storytime
Thu, Sep 25, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Join us each week for themed stories, songs, activities, and a craft! Drop-in event.
Toddler Tales
Fri, Sep 26, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs, and more. Drop-in event.
Super Smash Bros. Tournament
Fri, Sep 26, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades 6-Adult: Join a friendly competition among fellow Super Smash Bros. enthusiasts. All equipment provided. Signup required.
This event is full
Teen Volunteering - Family Activity Night - Popular Board Games
Fri, Sep 26, 6:15pm - 7:45pm
Grades 6-12: Assist librarians by helping with game play as well as set up and clean up.
This event is full
Family Activity Night - Popular Board Games
Fri, Sep 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Families: Come to the library and spend some quality time together! We'll supply an assortment of popular games for your family to enjoy. Drop-in event.
Teen Volunteering - Disney: Craft and Create
Sat, Sep 27, 9:45am - 11:15am
Grades 6-12: Assist librarians by helping children with crafts, refilling supplies, cleaning up.
This event is full
Artist Alley - Fall Fandom Fest
Sat, Sep 27, 10:00am - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
All ages: Local artists, authors, and vendors will be selling their wares in our Meeting Room.
Fall Fandom Fest Grand Finale
Sat, Sep 27, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Join the fun inside the library and in our East lot with music, face painting, a mobile escape room, food trucks, a balloon artist, and more! See tplibrary.me/fff for full schedule.
Button Making
Sat, Sep 27, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Choose from a selection of fandoms to make your own button!
Disney: Craft and Create
Sat, Sep 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Drop in and create a special craft related to the magical world of Disney. Drop-in event.
Teen Volunteering - Fandom Button Making
Sat, Sep 27, 10:00am - 11:30am
Grades 6-12: Assist librarians by making buttons for Fall Fandom Fest attendees.
This event is full
Mobile Adventure Escape Room
Sat, Sep 27, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Test your sleuthing skills with your friends in "Saving Oceanika" underwater themed escape room! Ages 6+. Sign up in person on 9/27 for a time slot. Each participant must register individually.
Green Screen Photos
Sat, Sep 27, 11:00am - 1:00pm
All ages: Pop into our Teen Lounge to have your photo taken in front of a cool background!
Bookmobile @ Fall Fandom Fest Grand Finale
Sat, Sep 27, 11:00am - 3:00pm
Look for hidden items in the Bookmobile to win a prize!
Teen Fandom Trivia
Sat, Sep 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades 6-12: Join us for an exciting trivia challenge on Kahoot! Put your fandom knowledge to the test and compete for fantastic prizes! Drop-in event.
Teen Volunteering - Fandom Button Making
Sat, Sep 27, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Grades 6-12: Assist librarians by making buttons for Fall Fandom Fest attendees.
This event is full
Nintendo Time
Sat, Sep 27, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
All Ages: Play a variety of video games on the library's Nintendo Switches or NES consoles. Sign up in person on 9/27 for a time slot.
Teen Volunteering - Fandom Tattoos and Face Painting
Sat, Sep 27, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Grades 6-12: Assist librarians by applying temporary tattoos or doing simple face painting for Fall Fandom Fest attendees.
This event is full
Teen Volunteering - Fandom Tattoos and Face Painting
Sat, Sep 27, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Grades 6-12: Assist librarians by applying temporary tattoos or doing simple face painting for Fall Fandom Fest attendees.
This event is full
Cosplay Showcase
Sat, Sep 27, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Calling all fandom fashionistas! Join us at the DJ booth to show off your creative costumes.
Interview Essentials: Strategies for Standing Out
Mon, Sep 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn tips to help you succeed at your next job interview. Signup required.
Ageless Grace (Brain & Body Fitness) - Attend In Person
Mon, Sep 29, 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.
Ageless Grace (Brain & Body Fitness) - Attend Virtually
Mon, Sep 29, 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
Word: Basics
Mon, Sep 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's word-processing software. Signup required.
Read, Taste, Discover: Apples
Mon, Sep 29, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades K-1: Read a story, taste several different varieties of apples, and create an apple-inspired craft in this juicy fall program! Signup required.
This event is full
Mah Jongg Club
Mon, Sep 29, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Players of all skill levels are welcome. An instructor will be on hand to teach those new to the game. Drop-in event.
League of Aspiring Writers
Mon, Sep 29, 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.
Preschool Stories
Tue, Sep 30, 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.
Bouncing Babies
Tue, Sep 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages Birth - 23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. Drop-in event.
Videogame Club
Tue, Sep 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades 4-5: Play a variety of video games on the library's Nintendo Switches. Signup required.
Introduction to Genealogy: Uncover Your Family's Past
Tue, Sep 30, 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.
High School Book Club
Tue, Sep 30, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades 9-12: Read and talk about books! Each month we will discuss one book and choose the book for the following month. Signup required.
Toddler Tales
Wed, Oct 01, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs, and more. Drop-in event.
Preschool Stories
Wed, Oct 01, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed to promote early literacy and fine motor skills for preschoolers. Drop-in event.
PressReader: How to Access eNewspapers
Wed, Oct 01, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to remotely access the library's collection of eNewspapers on PressReader on your favorite devices. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 9:00am
Medicare Update: Part D - Attend In Person or View Recording
Wed, Oct 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn how to choose a Medicare prescription drug plan. Presented by Diane Adduci, a community educator & licensed insurance representative. Drop in or signup to view recording later.
Baby Loves to Play
Wed, Oct 01, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-23 months with adult(s): Join us for a fun time as we let baby play and learn. Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 12:00am
Bouncing Babies
Thu, Oct 02, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. Drop-in event.
Stitch Club
Thu, Oct 02, 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.
Novels & Nachos
Thu, Oct 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades K-8: Come learn about Illinois Readers' Choice Book Award nominees while snacking on nachos. Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 12:00am
Excel: Basics
Thu, Oct 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's spreadsheet application. Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 9:00am
Bluestem Book Club - Batcat by Meggie Ramm
Thu, Oct 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades 3-5: Each month, we'll discuss a different nominee from the 2026 Bluestem Readers' Choice List while enjoying a snack. We'll conclude with fun activities! Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 12:00am
Bookmobile Stops - Tinley Park South
Thu, Oct 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Visit the Bookmobile to check out books, movies, and more, and pick up a special treat! Brookside Glen - Glenbrook 4:30-4:55 pm Brookside Glen - Monaghan 5-5:30 pm
Digitize It: VHS Tapes
Thu, Oct 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn to digitize your VHS tapes. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 9:00am
Evening Storytime
Thu, Oct 02, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Join us each week for themed stories, songs, activities, and a craft! Drop-in event.
Toddler Tales
Fri, Oct 03, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs, and more. Drop-in event.
Pathlights Presents: Hold That Thought!
Fri, Oct 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn about the memory process, including types of memory, and strategies for helping with everyday forgetfulness. Presented by U of I Extension Family Life Educator Molly Hoffer. Signup required.
Teen Video Games
Fri, Oct 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades 6-12: Play old-school Nintendo classics on the library's mini-NES consoles. Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 12:00am
Magazine Giveaway
Sat, Oct 04, All day
Discarded library magazines are available for free on the first Saturday of the month.
Bookmobile @ Walk to End Alzheimer's - South Suburban
Sat, Oct 04, 8:30am - 11:30am
Visit the Bookmobile and learn about library resources and programs for caregivers and those living with dementia. Event is held at 80th Ave Train Station.
Introduction to Google Apps
Sat, Oct 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to use various Google apps on your smartphone. Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 9:00am
Supported Storytime
Sat, Oct 04, 10:30am - 11:15am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): A visual schedule and sensory supports will be available in this adaptive storytime. Join us for stories, songs, movement, and sensory activities. Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 12:00am
Banned Books Read-In
Sun, Oct 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades 9-Adult: Kick off Banned Books Week with a read-in. The library will provide snacks, drinks, and cozy space for reading. All attendees will receive a free audiobook courtesy of LibroFM.
Family Movie Subscription Bag - Children Ages 3-8
Mon, Oct 06, All day
Families with children ages 3-8: Sign up for a movie subscription box with a new theme each month! This month is focused on the supernatural. One signup per family, begins 9/15. Pickup begins 10/6.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 12:00am
Family Movie Subscription Bag - Children Ages 9-12
Mon, Oct 06, All day
Families with children ages 9-12: Sign up for a movie subscription box with a new theme each month! This month is focused on the supernatural. One signup per family, begins 9/15. Pickup begins 10/6.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 12:00am
Baby's First Book Bag
Mon, Oct 06, All day
Ages Birth - 23 months: Strengthen your baby's language and literacy skills with this subscription service! Your bag will include books and activities. Signup begins 9/15. Pickup begins 10/6.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 12:00am
Apple Devices: Basics
Mon, Oct 06, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Familiarize yourself with the basic features of your iPad or iPhone. Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 9:00am
Argentinian Empanadas
Mon, Oct 06, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Chef Violeta will demonstrate how to prepare dough, create a savory beef filling and chimichurri sauce, and shape and assemble empanadas. Samples and recipes provided. Signup required, begins Sept 15.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 9:00am
Happy Little Painters
Mon, Oct 06, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades K-1: Bring out your inner artist and create a simple, step-by-step painting. Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 12:00am
Morningstar: Research Stocks with Confidence
Tue, Oct 07, 10:00am - 10:30am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
An introduction on how to use Morningstar to help you research investment opportunities and build your investment knowledge. Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 9:00am
Preschool Stories
Tue, Oct 07, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed to promote early literacy and fine motor skills for preschoolers. Drop-in event.
Mah Jongg Club
Tue, Oct 07, 11:00am - 1:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Players of all skill levels are welcome. An instructor will be on hand to teach those new to the game. Drop-in event.
Bouncing Babies
Tue, Oct 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages Birth - 23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. Drop-in event.
Toddler Tales
Wed, Oct 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs, and more. Drop-in event.
Preschool Stories
Wed, Oct 08, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed to promote early literacy and fine motor skills for preschoolers. Drop-in event.
Too Good to Be Missed Book Group - Trust by Hernan Diaz
Wed, Oct 08, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Genre: Literary | Led by: Rosemarie | Drop-in event
The First Cat in Space
Wed, Oct 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades 4-5: Have fun with a variety of games and activities all about the The First Cat in Space Ate Pizza books. Signup required.
Movie Discussion Group - Get Out
Wed, Oct 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Watch at home and come to the library to discuss. 2017 | R | 104 minutes | Horror | Drop-in event
Bouncing Babies
Thu, Oct 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. Drop-in event.
Chair Yoga
Thu, Oct 09, 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 September 15.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 9:00am
PowerPoint: Basics
Thu, Oct 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to create Microsoft PowerPoint slideshows with dynamic features to spice up your presentations. Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 9:00am
Comedy Gold on the Silver Screen
Thu, Oct 09, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Explore 100 years of film and TV comedy in John LeGear's fun, fast-paced presentation featuring classic clips, behind-the-scenes insights, and laughs for the whole family. Signup required.
Bookmobile Stops - Orland Hills
Thu, Oct 09, 3:15pm - 5:15pm
Visit the Bookmobile to check out materials and pick up a special treat! Pheasant Ridge/ Hunter Apartments 3:15-4 pm; Apartments of Orland 4:10-4:40 pm; Orland Hills Community Center 4:45-5:15 pm.
Create Professional Presentations with Canva
Thu, Oct 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to use the free graphic design tool Canva to create presentations for school or work. Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 9:00am
Evening Storytime
Thu, Oct 09, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Join us each week for themed stories, songs, activities, and a craft! Drop-in event.
Toddler Tales
Fri, Oct 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs, and more. Drop-in event.
Teen Paint Night - Neon Skeleton Painting
Fri, Oct 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades 6-12: Follow step-by-step instructions to create an original painting for Halloween. Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 12:00am
Bookmobile @ Tinley Park Farmers Market
Sat, Oct 11, 8:00am - 12:30pm
Visit the Bookmobile to make a free craft and pick up a treat! Learn about library events and resources, check out and return materials, or sign up for a library card. At Oak Park Ave & North Street.
Bilingual Storytime: Spanish and English
Sat, Oct 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Enjoy stories and songs in both Spanish and English. No signup required. Disfruten de cuentos y canciones para niños en español e inglés. No es necesario registrarse.
Tech Time: Apple Devices
Sat, Oct 11, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Bring any questions you may have about your Apple device for one-on-one support. Sessions are limited to 15 minutes per person. Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 9:00am
Ageless Grace (Brain & Body Fitness) - Attend In Person
Mon, Oct 13, 10:00am - 10:45am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Work out your brain as well as your body in this fun, creative, and playful chair exercise program. Signup required for each in-person session. Signup for this session begins on September 15.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 9:00am
Ageless Grace (Brain & Body Fitness) - Attend Virtually
Mon, Oct 13, 10:00am - 10:45am
Work out your brain as well as your body in this fun, creative and playful chair exercise program. This virtual event is part of a series. Signup registers you for all virtual sessions.
Register
Crisis Center for South Suburbia Information Table
Mon, Oct 13, 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.
Loom Pumpkin
Mon, Oct 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades 6-12: Learn how to use a spool loom to create a pumpkin. Supplies are provided. Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 12:00am
Wits Workout for Older Adults
Tue, Oct 14, 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 Windows 11
Tue, Oct 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Familiarize yourself with Microsoft's Windows 11. Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 9:00am
Information Literacy in the Age of AI and Social Media
Tue, Oct 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn how to identify misinformation and content created by AI on social media. Signup required.
Youth Advisory Council - YAC
Tue, Oct 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades 6-12: Help plan teen programs at the library. Pizza and pop are served. Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 12:00am
Cafe Ole
Tue, Oct 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades 6-12: Hang out with your friends, eat cookies, sip on a hot or cold drink, and enjoy a different activity each time. Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 12:00am
Movin' & Groovin' Indoors
Wed, Oct 15, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 2-3 years with adult(s): Kids will engage with interactive stories and move to upbeat rhythms. Drop-in event.
Evening Yoga
Wed, Oct 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Through guided instruction from Kathy Ruiter, combine gentle yoga poses with breathing awareness to relax the mind. Bring a yoga mat and a firm blanket. Signup required, begins on September 15.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 9:00am
Fun Ways to Paint
Wed, Oct 15, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades 2-3: Discover and try different fun ways to paint. Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 12:00am
Energy Saving Tips: ComEd Energy Force Program
Thu, Oct 16, 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.
Stitch Club
Thu, Oct 16, 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.
Stories and Stretches
Thu, Oct 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-5 years with adult(s): This movement-based storytime program uses yoga to build both gross and fine motor skills through stories and songs. Bring your favorite yoga mat! Signup required.
Monarch Madness
Thu, Oct 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades K-2: Are you ready to battle a few of the 2026 Monarch nominees? Join us as we read 3-4 books, choose our favorites, and complete fun activities. Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 12:00am
Excel: Intermediate
Thu, Oct 16, 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 Monday, September 15 2025 at 9:00am
Bookmobile Stops - Tinley Park East & West
Thu, Oct 16, 3:45pm - 5:30pm
Visit the Bookmobile to check out books, movies and more, and pick up a special treat! Parkside (East) 3:45-4:15 pm; Fairmont Village (West) 4:25-4:50 pm; Radcliffe Place (West) 5-5:30 pm
Caudill Book Club - The Bellwoods Game
Thu, Oct 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Grades 6-8: Participants discuss a title from the Caudill 2026 Young Readers' Book Award nominee list each month. We meet at Bean N' Breek in Tinley Park. Signup & permission slip required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 12:00am
Winter Fairy Tale Theatre Auditions
Thu, Oct 16, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Grades 6-12: Auditions are being held for this year's winter Fairy Tale Theatre production. For more information, please visit tplibrary.me/ftt-actors or call the Youth & Teen Services Desk.
Out of the Ordinary Book Group - Starling House by Alix E. Harrow
Thu, Oct 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Genre: Fantasy, Gothic | Led by: Cindy | Drop-in event
STEAMers at Work
Fri, Oct 17, 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 Monday, September 15 2025 at 12:00am
Friday Films: The Friend (2024)
Fri, Oct 17, 11:00am - 1:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
2024 | R | 119 minutes | Comedy, Drama | Closed Captioning | Drop-in event.
Friday Films: The Friend (2024)
Fri, Oct 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
2024 | R | 119 minutes | Comedy, Drama | Closed Captioning | Drop-in event.
Resume Tips and Tricks
Fri, Oct 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn techniques to help your resume get seen by a human. Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 9:00am
Teen Volunteering - Family Pajamarama - Special Halloween Edition
Fri, Oct 17, 6:15pm - 7:30pm
Grades 6-12: Assist librarians with set up and clean up.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 12:00am
Family Pajamarama - Special Halloween Edition
Fri, Oct 17, 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, Halloween edition. Drop-in event.
King Me!
Fri, Oct 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades 4-8: Show off your skills and join us for chess and checker fun! Beginners and experts alike are welcome. Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 12:00am
Arabic Storytime
Sat, Oct 18, 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.
Digitize It: Photos and Slides
Sat, Oct 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn to digitize your photos and slides. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 9:00am
Introduction to Android Devices
Sun, Oct 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Bring your phone or tablet to learn what makes Android unique. Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 9:00am
Word: Basics
Mon, Oct 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's word-processing software. Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 9:00am
Stories Around Town @ Krema Coffee - Offsite Event
Mon, Oct 20, 10:15am - 10:45am
Drop by Krema Coffee in the Oak Park Ave Train Station from 10:15-10:45 am for a 30-minute storytime and craft. Visit the Bookmobile between 10-11 am to check out books and pick up a special treat!
Books and Cooks
Mon, Oct 20, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades 2-3: Arrive hungry for a spine-chilling good time as we read a spooky book and create our very own graveyard dirt cakes. Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 12:00am
Morbid History - Because You're Just More Interesting When You're Dead
Mon, Oct 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Discover bizarre burials, grave robbers, and cemetery secrets in this spooky, fun talk by filmmaker and taphophile Lorrisa Julianus. True tales you never learned in history class! Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 9:00am
How to Listen to Podcasts
Tue, Oct 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to find and listen to podcasts on your favorite devices. Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 9:00am
Mah Jongg Club
Tue, Oct 21, 11:00am - 1:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Players of all skill levels are welcome. An instructor will be on hand to teach those new to the game. Drop-in event.
English as a Second Language: Conversation Group
Tue, Oct 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Practice conversational English with other members of the community who speak English as a second language. Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 9:00am
Illinois Libraries Present: Marissa Bode - Virtual
Tue, Oct 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Prepare for a magical virtual evening with actress Marissa Bode. Bode will explore her early inspirations and performances, leading up to her portrayal of Nessarose in Wicked. Signup required.
Register
Lo-Fi LEGOs
Tue, Oct 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades 6-12: Hang out and build freeform LEGO creations while eating snacks in a chill atmosphere. Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 12:00am
Create a Professional Profile with LinkedIn
Wed, Oct 22, 10:00am - 11:30am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Enhance your professional presence with a LinkedIn profile. Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 9:00am
New Orleans Ghosts & Haunts
Wed, Oct 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Historian Bob Trzeciak explores the mystical side of New Orleans, a city home to the living, the dead, and restless spirits of every description. Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 9:00am
Apple Devices: Advanced
Wed, Oct 22, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn about some of the advanced features of your iPhone or iPad. Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 9:00am
Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Wed, Oct 22, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees
Bookmobile Stops - Tinley Park South
Thu, Oct 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Visit the Bookmobile to check out books, movies, and more, and pick up a special treat! Brookside Glen - Glenbrook 4:30-4:55 pm Brookside Glen - Monaghan 5-5:30 pm
Managing Money: A Caregiver's Guide to Finances
Thu, Oct 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn about the costs of caregiving and the benefits of early planning, avoid financial abuse and fraud, and find support. Presented in partnership with The Alzheimer's Association. Signup required.
Digitize It: Vinyl Records
Fri, Oct 24, 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.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 9:00am
Family Activity Night - Halloween Minute to Win It!
Fri, Oct 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Families: You've seen the show. Now, it's your turn to give it a try, Halloween edition! Attempt and complete a variety of fun and challenging tasks in under a minute. Drop-in event.
Polish Storytime
Sat, Oct 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Enjoy stories and songs in both Polish and English. Signup preferred.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 12:00am
Trunk or Treat
Sat, Oct 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
All ages: Dress up in your Halloween costume and visit us in the Library's meeting room for tricks, treats, and fun! No signup required.
Downtown Tinley Boo Bash
Sun, Oct 26, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Visit the library's photo booth at Boo Bash to have your picture taken and pick up a treat! All ages storytimes at 1 pm and 3 pm. No signup required.
Ageless Grace (Brain & Body Fitness) - Attend In Person
Mon, Oct 27, 10:00am - 10:45am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Work out your brain as well as your body in this fun, creative, and playful chair exercise program. Signup required for each in-person session. Signup for this session begins on September 15.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 9:00am
Ageless Grace (Brain & Body Fitness) - Attend Virtually
Mon, Oct 27, 10:00am - 10:45am
Work out your brain as well as your body in this fun, creative and playful chair exercise program. This virtual event is part of a series. Signup registers you for all virtual sessions.
Register
Password Management
Mon, Oct 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn to create and store secure passwords. Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 9:00am
Mah Jongg Club
Mon, Oct 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Players of all skill levels are welcome. An instructor will be on hand to teach those new to the game. Drop-in event.
League of Aspiring Writers
Mon, Oct 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Connect with other local writers who are eager to improve their craft and help you improve yours. Drop-in event.
Greyt Readers
Mon, Oct 27, 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 Monday, September 15 2025 at 12:00am
Greyt Readers
Mon, Oct 27, 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 Monday, September 15 2025 at 12:00am
Greyt Readers
Mon, Oct 27, 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 Monday, September 15 2025 at 12:00am
Preschool Stories
Tue, Oct 28, 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, Oct 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
A comfortable social gathering for people living with dementia to attend with a family member or care partner. Includes creative engagement activities, music, and refreshments. Signup required.
Bouncing Babies
Tue, Oct 28, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages Birth - 23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. Drop-in event.
Videogame Club
Tue, Oct 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades 4-5: Play a variety of video games on the library's Nintendo Switches. Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 12:00am
Interview Essentials: Strategies for Standing Out
Tue, Oct 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn tips to help you succeed at your next job interview. Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 9:00am
High School Book Club
Tue, Oct 28, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades 9-12: Read and talk about books! Each month we will discuss one book and choose the book for the following month. Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 12:00am
Deepfake: ChatGPT and AI
Wed, Oct 29, 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 Monday, September 15 2025 at 9:00am
Toddler Tales
Wed, Oct 29, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs, and more. Drop-in event.
Preschool Stories
Wed, Oct 29, 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.
Excel: Advanced
Wed, Oct 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn advanced level Excel skills, including charts, pivot tables, and advanced filtering. Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 9:00am
Teen Volunteering - Wiggleworms
Wed, Oct 29, 5:45pm - 6:45pm
Grades 6-12: Assist librarians with storytime activities as well as set up and clean up.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 12:00am
Wiggleworms
Wed, Oct 29, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 2-3 years with adult(s): Enjoy stories, songs, and a craft. Signup required.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 12:00am
Posture, Balance, and a Little Cha-Cha
Thu, Oct 30, 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, begins on September 15.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 9:00am
Bouncing Babies
Thu, Oct 30, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages Birth - 23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. Drop-in event.
Cut the Cable Cord
Thu, Oct 30, 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 Monday, September 15 2025 at 9:00am
Bookmobile Stops - Orland Hills
Thu, Oct 30, 3:15pm - 5:15pm
Visit the Bookmobile to check out materials and pick up a special treat! Pheasant Ridge/ Hunter Apartments 3:15-4 pm; Apartments of Orland 4:10-4:40 pm; Orland Hills Community Center 4:45-5:15 pm.
Evening Storytime
Thu, Oct 30, 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! Drop-in event.
Toddler Tales
Fri, Oct 31, 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 Cloud Storage
Fri, Oct 31, 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 Monday, September 15 2025 at 9:00am
Magazine Giveaway
Sat, Nov 01, All day
Discarded library magazines are available for free on the first Saturday of the month.
Sunday Matinee - The LEGO Movie
Sun, Nov 02, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
All Ages: Join us for a viewing of The LEGO Movie. A snack and juice will be offered. Children must be accompanied by an adult throughout the film. Drop-in event. 2014 | PG | 100 minutes
Family Movie Subscription Bag - Children Ages 9-12
Mon, Nov 03, All day
Families with children ages 9-12: Sign up for a movie subscription box with a new theme each month! This month focuses on book adaptations. One signup per family, begins 10/15. Pickup begins 11/3.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 12:00am
Baby's First Book Bag
Mon, Nov 03, All day
Ages Birth - 23 months: Strengthen your baby's language and literacy skills with this subscription service! Your bag will include books and activities. Signup begins 10/15. Pickup begins 11/3.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 12:00am
Ancestry.com Library Edition: Research Your Family History
Mon, Nov 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Start your genealogy research with the library's edition of the popular database. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 9:00am
Create with Me
Mon, Nov 03, 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.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 12:00am
Digitize It: VHS Tapes
Tue, Nov 04, 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 Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 9:00am
Preschool Stories
Tue, Nov 04, 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.
Mah Jongg Club
Tue, Nov 04, 11:00am - 1:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Players of all skill levels are welcome. An instructor will be on hand to teach those new to the game. Drop-in event.
Bouncing Babies
Tue, Nov 04, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages Birth - 23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. Drop-in event.
Introduction to Google Apps
Tue, Nov 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to use various Google apps on your smartphone. Signup required.
Resume Tips and Tricks
Tue, Nov 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn techniques to help your resume get seen by a human. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 9:00am
Bricks & Brews at Tinley Park VFW - Offsite
Tue, Nov 04, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
We'll bring the (LEGO) bricks, you bring your creativity! Pizza provided, beverages available to purchase. Signup begins Sep 15 for Tinley Park cardholders, Oct 15 for others. Ages 21+.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 9:00am
Teen Galaxy Jars
Tue, Nov 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades 6-12: We'll have a relaxing evening of crafting as we make swirling galaxy jars. Beverages will be served. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 12:00am
Toddler Tales
Wed, Nov 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs, and more. Drop-in event.
Preschool Stories
Wed, Nov 05, 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.
The Women: A Story of Two Army Nurses in Vietnam
Wed, Nov 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
In this dramatic portrayal, storyteller Lynn Rymarz weaves the fictional story of Frances McGrath from "The Women" by Kristin Hannah, and the true story of Lynda Van Devanter. Signup required.
Introduction to Android Devices
Wed, Nov 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Bring your phone or tablet to learn what makes Android unique. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 9:00am
PressReader: How to Access eNewspapers
Wed, Nov 05, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to remotely access the library's collection of eNewspapers on PressReader on your favorite devices. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 9:00am
Baby Loves Music
Wed, Nov 05, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-23 months with adult(s): Join us for a fun time as we do music-themed activities. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 12:00am
Crochet Mania
Wed, Nov 05, 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.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 12:00am
Bouncing Babies
Thu, Nov 06, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages Birth - 23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. Drop-in event.
Stitch Club
Thu, Nov 06, 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.
Apple Devices: Basics
Thu, Nov 06, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Familiarize yourself with the basic features of your iPad or iPhone. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 9:00am
Bookmobile Stops - Tinley Park East & West
Thu, Nov 06, 3:45pm - 5:30pm
Visit the Bookmobile to check out books, movies and more, and pick up a special treat! Parkside (East) 3:45-4:15 pm; Fairmont Village (West) 4:25-4:50 pm; Radcliffe Place (West) 5-5:30 pm
Bluestem Book Club - The Misfits by Lisa Yee
Thu, Nov 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades 3-5: Each month, we'll discuss a different nominee from the 2026 Bluestem Readers' Choice List while enjoying a snack. We'll conclude with fun activities! Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 12:00am
Evening Storytime
Thu, Nov 06, 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! Drop-in event.
Toddler Tales
Fri, Nov 07, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs, and more. Drop-in event.
Teen Craft Night - 3D String Art Stars
Fri, Nov 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades 6-12: Create your own hanging 3D String Art Stars with LED lights. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 12:00am
LEGO Train Event
Sat, Nov 08, 9:00am - 4:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
All ages: View the amazing creative displays presented by the Northern Illinois LEGO Train Club, all connected by LEGO trains! Children must be accompanied by an adult. Drop-in event.
Teen Volunteering - Legopalooza
Sat, Nov 08, 10:45am - 12:15pm
Grades 6-12: Assist librarians with setup and clean up of assorted Lego activities.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 12:00am
LEGOpalooza!
Sat, Nov 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Families: Help us celebrate all things LEGO! Drop in during the hour to create, craft, or color. No signup required.
eBay and Facebook Marketplace: How to Sell Stuff Online
Sat, Nov 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to sell items on eBay and Facebook Marketplace. Signup required.
LEGO Train Event - Sensory Sensitive Offering
Sun, Nov 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
All ages: A low-sensory offering for LEGO fans will be available to registered patrons the hour before we open. Meeting Room lights will be dimmed and registration will be limited. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 12:00am
LEGO Train Event
Sun, Nov 09, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
All ages: View the amazing creative displays presented by the Northern Illinois LEGO Train Club, all connected by LEGO trains! Children must be accompanied by an adult. Drop-in event.
How to Use eAudiobooks and eBooks
Sun, Nov 09, 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 Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 9:00am
Excel: Basics
Mon, Nov 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's spreadsheet application. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 9:00am
Ageless Grace (Brain & Body Fitness) - Attend In Person
Mon, Nov 10, 10:00am - 10:45am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Work out your brain as well as your body in this fun, creative, and playful chair exercise program. Signup required for each in-person session. Signup for this session begins on October 15.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 9:00am
Ageless Grace (Brain & Body Fitness) - Attend Virtually
Mon, Nov 10, 10:00am - 10:45am
Work out your brain as well as your body in this fun, creative and playful chair exercise program. This virtual event is part of a series. Signup registers you for all virtual sessions.
Register
Crisis Center for South Suburbia Information Table
Mon, Nov 10, 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.
Dinosaur Tea Party
Mon, Nov 10, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades K-1: Roar and stomp your way to us for a tea party with dinosaur-inspired games, crafts, and a snack! Signup required.
PowerPoint: Basics
Mon, Nov 10, 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 Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 9:00am
Greyt Readers
Mon, Nov 10, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Grades K-5: Readers practice their developing skills out loud to a greyhound dog for up to 15 minutes. Start times at 6:30 and 6:45 pm. Further details on library event calendar. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 12:00am
Greyt Readers
Mon, Nov 10, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Grades K-5: Readers practice their developing skills out loud to a greyhound dog for up to 15 minutes. Start times at 7 and 7:15 pm. Further details on library event calendar. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 12:00am
Greyt Readers
Mon, Nov 10, 7:30pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Grades K-5: Readers practice their developing skills out loud to a greyhound dog for up to 15 minutes. Start times at 7:30 and 7:45 pm. Further details on library event calendar. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 12:00am
Introduction to Windows 11
Tue, Nov 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Familiarize yourself with Microsoft's Windows 11. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 9:00am
Preschool Stories
Tue, Nov 11, 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, Nov 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Give your brain the workout it needs to stay sharp! Join us for fun brain-teasers, games, and puzzles that get you thinking. Made possible through a grant from AgeOptions. Signup required.
Bouncing Babies
Tue, Nov 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages Birth - 23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. Drop-in event.
Preserve Your Past: Record Your Family's Oral History
Tue, Nov 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 9:00am
Interview Essentials: Strategies for Standing Out
Tue, Nov 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn tips to help you succeed at your next job interview. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 9:00am
Youth Advisory Council - YAC
Tue, Nov 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades 6-12: Help plan teen programs at the library. Pizza and pop are served. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 12:00am
English as a Second Language: Conversation Group
Tue, Nov 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Practice conversational English with other members of the community who speak English as a second language. Signup required.
Cafe Ole
Tue, Nov 11, 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.
Toddler Tales
Wed, Nov 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs, and more. Drop-in event.
Preschool Stories
Wed, Nov 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed to promote early literacy and fine motor skills for preschoolers. Drop-in event.
Too Good to Be Missed Book Group - Whiskey Tender by Deborah Jackson Taffa
Wed, Nov 12, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Genre: Memoir | Led by: Kate | Drop-in event
Movie Discussion Group - Mulholland Dr.
Wed, Nov 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Watch at home and come to the library to discuss. 2001 | R | 147 minutes | Mystery, Thriller | Drop-in event
Teen How-To - Hair Styling
Wed, Nov 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades 6-12: Learn how to do different braids, updos, and more! Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 12:00am
Bouncing Babies
Thu, Nov 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages Birth - 23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. Drop-in event.
Chair Yoga
Thu, Nov 13, 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, begins on October 15.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 9:00am
Tech Time: Android Devices
Thu, Nov 13, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Bring in any questions you may have about your Android device for one-on-one support. Sessions are limited to 15 minutes. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 9:00am
Bookmobile Stops - Tinley Park South
Thu, Nov 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Visit the Bookmobile to check out books, movies, and more, and pick up a special treat! Brookside Glen - Glenbrook 4:30-4:55 pm Brookside Glen - Monaghan 5-5:30 pm
Word: Basics
Thu, Nov 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's word-processing software. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 9:00am
Evening Storytime
Thu, Nov 13, 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! Drop-in event.
Toddler Tales
Fri, Nov 14, 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.
Friday Films: Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning 2025
Fri, Nov 14, 11:00am - 1:50pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
2025 | PG-13 | 170 minutes | Action/Adventure | Closed Captioning | Drop-in event.
Teen Volunteering - Family Pajamarama
Fri, Nov 14, 6:15pm - 7:30pm
Grades 6-12: Assist librarians with set up and clean up.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 9:00am
Family Pajamarama
Fri, Nov 14, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Participate in stories, fingerplays, games, crafts, and songs. Drop-in event.
King Me!
Fri, Nov 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades 4-8: Show off your skills and join us for chess and checker fun! Beginners and experts alike are welcome. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 12:00am
Bilingual Storytime: Spanish and English
Sat, Nov 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Enjoy stories and songs in both Spanish and English. No signup required. Disfruten de cuentos y canciones para niños en español e inglés. No es necesario registrarse.
Native American Bead Workshop for Adults
Sat, Nov 15, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn about beadwork and use a traditional loom to make a paw print keychain. Led by Sam Thompson from the Midwest Soarring Foundation. TPPL cardholders only. Ages 18+. Signup begins October 15.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 9:00am
Digitize It: VHS Tapes
Sat, Nov 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn to digitize your VHS tapes. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 9:00am
Introduction to Genealogy: Uncover Your Family's Past
Sun, Nov 16, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn about the many genealogy resources in the library and beyond with this introductory course. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 9:00am
Gale Legal Forms: Access Legal Resources
Mon, Nov 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to access legal forms and other resources using the GALE Legal Forms database. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 9:00am
Stories Around Town @ Krema Coffee - Offsite Event
Mon, Nov 17, 10:15am - 10:45am
Drop by Krema Coffee in the Oak Park Ave Train Station from 10:15-10:45 am for a 30-minute storytime and craft. Visit the Bookmobile between 10-11 am to check out books and pick up a special treat!
Travel Around the World from A to Z
Mon, Nov 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Local traveler and avid photographer Ron Centanni shares experience and knowledge through photos taken in his travels. Signup required.
PowerPoint: Advanced
Mon, Nov 17, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn some of the more advanced features of Microsoft PowerPoint. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 9:00am
Preschool Stories
Tue, Nov 18, 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.
Cut the Cable Cord
Tue, Nov 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn about streaming services, like Netflix and Hulu, and streaming devices, like Apple TV and Roku. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 9:00am
Mah Jongg Club
Tue, Nov 18, 11:00am - 1:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Players of all skill levels are welcome. An instructor will be on hand to teach those new to the game. Drop-in event.
Bouncing Babies
Tue, Nov 18, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages Birth - 23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. Drop-in event.
Teen Volunteering - Game On! - International Games
Tue, Nov 18, 4:15pm - 5:45pm
Grades 6-12: Assist librarians with game play as well as set up and clean up.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 12:00am
Game On! - International Games
Tue, Nov 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades 4-5: We're celebrating International Games Month by playing games from all around the world. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 12:00am
Pizza Night with Papa Dom @ Bettenhausen Rec Center - Offsite
Tue, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Learn to make dough, cook a savory sauce, and craft gourmet pizzas with simple, delicious ingredients. Samples & recipes provided. Signup begins Oct 15 for Tinley Park cardholders, Nov 1 for others.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 9:00am
Rescheduled
Apple Devices: Advanced
Tue, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
New date Tuesday, November 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Learn about some of the advanced features of your iPhone or iPad. Signup required.
Apple Devices: Advanced
Tue, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn about some of the advanced features of your iPhone or iPad. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 9:00am
Teen Board Games and Brownies
Tue, Nov 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Grades 6-12: Play fun games while eating tasty brownies. Beverages also served. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 12:00am
Illinois Libraries Present: J. Kenji Lopez-Alt - Virtual
Tue, Nov 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join award-winning cookbook author, former chef, and New York Times columnist J. Kenji Lopez-Alt. Get insider cooking tips and hear the stories behind his bestselling books. Signup required.
Toddler Tales
Wed, Nov 19, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs, and more. Drop-in event.
Preschool Stories
Wed, Nov 19, 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.
A Special Kind of Robot
Wed, Nov 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades 4-5: Enjoy fun activities based on the new picture book, 'Wild Robot on the Island'. Signup required.
Registration opens Thursday, October 16 2025 at 12:00am
Excel: Intermediate
Wed, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn to format and arrange data to improve the functionality and analysis of your dataset. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 9:00am
Evening Yoga
Wed, Nov 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Through guided instruction from Kathy Ruiter, combine gentle yoga poses with breathing awareness to relax the mind. Bring a yoga mat and a firm blanket. Signup required, begins on October 15.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 9:00am
Bouncing Babies
Thu, Nov 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages Birth - 23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. Drop-in event.
Stitch Club
Thu, Nov 20, 11:00am - 1:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Open to anyone who wants to meet, mingle, and share tips on needlecraft projects. Supplies not provided. Drop-in event.
Bookmobile Stops - Orland Hills
Thu, Nov 20, 3:15pm - 5:15pm
Visit the Bookmobile to check out materials and pick up a special treat! Pheasant Ridge/ Hunter Apartments 3:15-4 pm; Apartments of Orland 4:10-4:40 pm; Orland Hills Community Center 4:45-5:15 pm.
Caudill Book Club - What Happened to Rachel Riley
Thu, Nov 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Grades 6-8: Participants discuss a title from the Caudill 2026 Young Readers' Book Award nominee list each month. We meet at Bean N' Breek in Tinley Park. Signup & permission slip required.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 12:00am
Evening Storytime
Thu, Nov 20, 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! Drop-in event.
Out of the Ordinary Book Group - I Hope This Finds You Well by Natalie Sue
Thu, Nov 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Young Adult Program Room
Genre: Humorous Fiction | Led by: Jenn | Drop-in event
Toddler Tales
Fri, Nov 21, 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: Photos and Slides
Fri, Nov 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn to digitize your photos and slides. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 9:00am
Rescheduled
Teen Volunteering - Family Activity Night - Popular Board Games
Fri, Nov 21, 6:15pm - 7:45pm
New date Friday, September 26, 6:15pm - 7:45pm
Grades 6-12: Assist librarians by helping with game play as well as set up and clean up.
Teen Volunteering - Family Activity Night - LEGO
Fri, Nov 21, 6:15pm - 7:45pm
Grades 6-12: Assist librarians with program set up and clean up.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 12:00am
Family Activity Night - LEGO
Fri, Nov 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Families: Come to the library and spend some quality time together! Drop-in event.
Teen Art Studio - Printmaking
Fri, Nov 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades 6-12: Learn the art of designing and carving a reusable print block and create custom crafts with your creation. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 12:00am
Introduction to Cloud Storage
Sat, Nov 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.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 9:00am
Eddie Korosa, Jr & The Boys From Illinois
Sun, Nov 23, 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 Oct 15.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 9:00am
Ageless Grace (Brain & Body Fitness) - Attend In Person
Mon, Nov 24, 10:00am - 10:45am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Work out your brain as well as your body in this fun, creative, and playful chair exercise program. Signup required for each in-person session. Signup for this session begins on October 15.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 9:00am
Ageless Grace (Brain & Body Fitness) - Attend Virtually
Mon, Nov 24, 10:00am - 10:45am
Work out your brain as well as your body in this fun, creative and playful chair exercise program. This virtual event is part of a series. Signup registers you for all virtual sessions.
Register
Spot the Scam: Stay Safe Online
Mon, Nov 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn tips to identify and avoid common online scams. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 9:00am
Mah Jongg Club
Mon, Nov 24, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Players of all skill levels are welcome. An instructor will be on hand to teach those new to the game. Drop-in event.
League of Aspiring Writers
Mon, Nov 24, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Connect with other local writers who are eager to improve their craft and help you improve yours. Drop-in event.
Excel: Advanced
Tue, Nov 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn advanced level Excel skills, including charts, pivot tables, and advanced filtering. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 9:00am
Memory Cafe
Tue, Nov 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
A comfortable social gathering for people living with dementia to attend with a family member or care partner. Includes creative engagement activities, music, and refreshments. Signup required.
Videogame Club
Tue, Nov 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Grades 4-5: Play a variety of video games on the library's Nintendo Switches. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 12:00am
High School Book Club
Tue, Nov 25, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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 Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 12:00am
Supported Storytime
Sat, Nov 29, 10:30am - 11:15am
2nd floor - Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): A visual schedule and sensory supports will be available in this adaptive storytime. Join us for stories, songs, movement, and sensory activities. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 12:00am
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