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Sparkle by Lakita Wilson book cover

Registration opens:
January 15th, 2027

Bluestem Book Club

Sparkle by Lakita Wilson
2027-02-04 16:30:00 2027-02-04 17:30:00 America/Chicago Bluestem Book Club Grades 3-5: Each month, we'll discuss a different nominee from the 2027 Bluestem Readers' Choice List while enjoying a snack. See long description for more details. Signup required. Tinley Park Public Library - 2nd floor - Youth Program Room

Thursday, February 04
4:30pm - 5:30pm

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Tinley Park Public Library

2nd floor - Youth Program Room

Grades 3-5: Each month, we'll discuss a different nominee from the 2027 Bluestem Readers' Choice List while enjoying a snack. See long description for more details. Signup required.

Grades 3-5: Each month, we'll discuss a different nominee from the 2027 Bluestem Readers' Choice List while enjoying a snack. This month we will play Factile, a Jeopardy style game, to test our knowledge of Lakita Wilson's book Sparkle, the library, and more. Signup required.

AGE GROUP: | Elementary School Age |

EVENT TYPE: | Book Discussion |

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Toddler Tales
Fri, Nov 06, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs, and more. Drop-in event.
Route 66 Turns 100! Driving from Chicago to St. Louis
Fri, Nov 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
You don't have to drive all the way to California to enjoy Route 66. Illinois traveler John Kokoris shows you how to turn it into the perfect long weekend getaway. Signup required.
Word: Basics
Fri, Nov 06, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's word-processing software. Signup required.
Teen Tabletop Game Night: Monopoly
Fri, Nov 06, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Teen Program Room
Grades 6-12: Play a friendly game of the classic tabletop game Monopoly. Signup required.
Magazine Giveaway
Sat, Nov 07, All day
Discarded library magazines are available for free on the first Saturday of the month.
Introduction to Genealogy: Uncover Your Family's Past
Sat, Nov 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn about the many genealogy resources in the library and beyond with this introductory course. Signup required.
Scan the Stories: Teen Volunteer Project
Sat, Nov 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
2nd floor - Teen Program Room
Grades 6-12: Are you interested in the history of the Tinley Park Public Library? If so, this volunteer opportunity is perfect for you! Signup required.
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Ageless Grace (Brain & Body Fitness) - Attend In Person
Mon, Nov 09, 10:00am - 10:45am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Work out your brain as well as your body in this fun, creative, and playful chair exercise program. Signup required for each in-person session. Signup for this session begins on October 15.
Ageless Grace (Brain & Body Fitness) - Attend Virtually
Mon, Nov 09, 10:00am - 10:45am
Work out your brain as well as your body in this fun, creative and playful chair exercise program. This virtual event is part of a series. Signup registers you for all virtual sessions.
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Arabic Storytime - presented by Mama Salama
Mon, Nov 09, 10:30am - 11:15am
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Families: Join Mama Salama for a lively storytime where children can explore, move, and create. Signup preferred.
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PowerPoint: Basics
Mon, Nov 09, 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.
Greyt Readers
Mon, Nov 09, 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.
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Greyt Readers
Mon, Nov 09, 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.
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Greyt Readers
Mon, Nov 09, 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.
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Introduction to Android Devices
Tue, Nov 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Bring your phone or tablet to learn the basics of using your Android devices. Signup required.
Preschool Stories
Tue, Nov 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Program 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 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Give your brain the workout it needs to stay sharp! Join us for fun brain-teasers, games, and puzzles that get you thinking. Made possible through a grant from AgeOptions. Signup required.
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Bouncing Babies
Tue, Nov 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Program 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!
Tue, Nov 10, 4:15pm - 5:45pm
Grades 6-12: Assist librarians by helping with games.
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Game On!
Tue, Nov 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Grades 4-5: We're celebrating International Games Month by playing games from around the world. Signup required.
Create a Professional Profile with LinkedIn
Tue, Nov 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Enhance your professional presence with a LinkedIn profile. Signup required.
Toddler Tales
Wed, Nov 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs, and more. Drop-in event.
Preschool Stories
Wed, Nov 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Program 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 - The Most Fun We Ever Had by Claire Lombardo
Wed, Nov 11, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
"The Most Fun We Ever Had" by Claire Lombardo | Genre: Literary Fiction | Led by: Rosemarie | Drop-in event
Caudill Book Club - Four Eyes by Rex Ogle
Wed, Nov 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Grades 6-8: Participants read a title from the Caudill 2027 Young Readers' Book Award nominee list each month. We meet at Bean N' Breek in Tinley Park. Signup & permission slip required.
Junie B. & Me
Wed, Nov 11, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Grades 2-3: Calling all Junie B. Jones fans! Join us for trivia, activities, and lots of silly fun! Signup required.
Movie Discussion Group - Laura - Laura
Wed, Nov 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Watch at home and come to the library to discuss. 1944 | Approved | 88 minutes | Film Noir | Drop-in event
Bouncing Babies
Thu, Nov 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Ages Birth - 23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. Drop-in event.
Bookmobile Lobby Stop - Hanover Place
Thu, Nov 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
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Chair Yoga
Thu, Nov 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Instructor Kathy Ruiter will guide you in gentle, non-strenuous chair exercises and meditation. Signup begins on October 15.
Ancestry.com Library Edition: Research Your Family History
Thu, Nov 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Start your genealogy research with the library's edition of the popular database. Signup required.
Bookmobile Stops - Orland Hills
Thu, Nov 12, 3:15pm - 5:15pm
Check out books, movies & video games for all ages, and pick up a special treat! Pheasant Ridge/ Hunter Apts 3:15-4 pm; Apartments of Orland 4:10-4:40 pm; Orland Hills Community Center 4:45-5:15 pm
Afternoon Storytime @ Orland Hills Community Center - Offsite Event
Thu, Nov 12, 4:15pm - 4:45pm
Enjoy themed stories, songs, and rhymes. Afterwards, visit the Bookmobile between 4:45-5:15 pm to check out books and pick up a special treat! Location: 16553 S. Haven Avenue. No signup required.
Evening Storytime
Thu, Nov 12, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Ages 3-8 with adult(s): Join us each week for themed stories, songs, activities, and a craft! Drop-in event.
Illinois Libraries Present: Dr. Eve L. Ewing - Virtual - Words, Power, and Community
Thu, Nov 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Dr. Ewing reflects on how words shape public memory, challenge systems of inequality, and help communities imagine new futures. Signup required by 5 pm on event date. Limited to TPPL cardholders.
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Toddler Tales
Fri, Nov 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs, and more. Drop-in event.
Introduction to AI
Fri, Nov 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn about artificial intelligence technology innovations and how AI can influence various aspects of our lives and industries. Signup required.
Teen Game Night - International Games
Fri, Nov 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Teen Program Room
Grades 6-12: We're celebrating International Games Month by playing games from around the world. Signup required.
Digitize It: Vinyl Records
Sat, Nov 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor - Computer Classroom,Conversion Station
Learn to digitize your vinyl records and cassette tapes using our conversion station. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
YAC Friendsgiving
Sat, Nov 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades 6-12: Join us for this very special combined YAC and Cafe Ole as we celebrate Friendsgiving. Signup required.
Bookmobile Stops - Downtown
Mon, Nov 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Browse and check out the latest books, movies, & video games for all ages, and pick up a special treat! Oak Park Ave Train Station: 10-11am
Apple Devices: Basics
Mon, Nov 16, 10:00am - 11:30am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Familiarize yourself with the basic features of your iPad or iPhone. Signup required.
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Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) Information Table
Mon, Nov 16, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Lobby
A Mobility Outreach Coordinator will be in the lobby to answer questions about accessible public transportation options with CTA, Metra, and Pace; fare programs; and traveling independently. Drop in.
Stories Around Town @ Krema Coffee - Offsite Event
Mon, Nov 16, 10:15am - 10:45am
Families: Enjoy themed stories, songs, and rhymes from 10:15-10:45 am. Visit the Bookmobile between 10-11 am to check out books and pick up a special treat! Location: 6700 South St. Drop in.
Restoring Our Roots: An Indigenous Journey
Mon, Nov 16, 2:00pm - 3:15pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Experience Indigenous culture through storytelling, tradition, & connection with Chef Walks First, complemented by tastings inspired by ancestral roots. Signup required.
League of Aspiring Writers
Mon, Nov 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Connect with other local writers who are eager to improve their craft and help you improve yours. Drop-in event.
Lorcana
Mon, Nov 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Grades 4-8: Play Lorcana, a popular trading card game with Disney characters. Bring your own deck or learn how to play using a provided starter deck. Signup required.
Preschool Stories
Tue, Nov 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed to promote early literacy and fine motor skills for preschoolers. Drop-in event.
Crisis Center for South Suburbia Information Table
Tue, Nov 17, 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.
Mah Jongg Club, Beginner level
Tue, Nov 17, 11:00am - 1:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
An instructor will teach those new to the game. Signup required, begins October 15 for TPPL cardholders, October 22 for others if space permits. Please arrive on time to guarantee your seat.
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Mah Jongg Club, Open Play
Tue, Nov 17, 11:00am - 1:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Open Play is for experienced players. Signup required, begins October 15 for TPPL cardholders, October 22 for others if space permits. Please arrive on time to guarantee your seat.
This event is full
Bouncing Babies
Tue, Nov 17, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Ages Birth - 23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. Drop-in event.
English as a Second Language: Conversation Group
Tue, Nov 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Come and practice conversational English with other members of the community who speak English as a second language. Signup required.
PowerPoint: Advanced
Wed, Nov 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn some of the more advanced features of Microsoft PowerPoint. Signup required.
Toddler Tales
Wed, Nov 18, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs, and more. Drop-in event.
Preschool Stories
Wed, Nov 18, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed to promote early literacy and fine motor skills for preschoolers. Drop-in event.
Introduction to Windows 11
Wed, Nov 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Familiarize yourself with Microsoft's Windows 11. Signup required.
Interview Essentials: Strategies for Standing Out
Wed, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn tips to help you succeed at your next job interview. Signup required.
Baby Loves Bedtime
Wed, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Ages 3-23 months with adult(s): Families will explore toys, books, music, and movement. Signup required.
This event is full
Evening Yoga
Wed, Nov 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Through guided instruction from Kathy Ruiter, combine gentle yoga poses with breathing awareness to relax the mind. Bring a yoga mat and a firm blanket. Signup required, begins on October 15.
Teen Scrapbook Jam
Wed, Nov 18, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Grades 6-12: Join us for a hands-on scrapbooking session! Design a unique scrapbook page that will become part of our Library Teen Scrapbook. All supplies provided. Signup required.
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Bouncing Babies
Thu, Nov 19, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Ages Birth - 23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. Drop-in event.
Bookmobile Lobby Stop - Fulton Commons
Thu, Nov 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Fulton Commons residents: Visit our table in your Activity Room for Chats & Checkouts! We bring a selection of popular large print books and movies, and free items from our Yours to Keep collection.
Stitch Club
Thu, Nov 19, 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.
eBay and Facebook Marketplace: How to Sell Stuff Online
Thu, Nov 19, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn how to sell items on eBay and Facebook Marketplace. Signup required.
Bookmobile Stops - Tinley Park East & West
Thu, Nov 19, 3:45pm - 5:30pm
Browse and check out books, movies, & video games for all ages, 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
Explore Together: Supported Activities for Adults and Teens - Video Game Night
Thu, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
This engaging monthly event is designed for those with intellectual, developmental, or physical disabilities and their friends/families. This month: Video Game Night. Signup recommended.
Evening Storytime
Thu, Nov 19, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Ages 3-8 with adult(s): Join us each week for themed stories, songs, activities, and a craft! Drop-in event.
Out of the Ordinary Book Group - The Mothman Prophecies by John A. Keel
Thu, Nov 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Teen Program Room
"The Mothman Prophecies" by John A. Keel | Genre: Paranormal | Led by: Doug | Drop-in event
Toddler Tales
Fri, Nov 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs, and more. Drop-in event.
Friday Films: The Devil Wears Prada 2 (2026)
Fri, Nov 20, 11:00am - 1:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
2026 | PG-13 | 119 minutes | Comedy, Drama | Closed Captioning (CC) Drop-in event.
Monarch Madness
Fri, Nov 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Grades K-2: Are you ready to battle a few of the 2027 Monarch nominees? Join us as we read a few books, choose our favorite, and complete fun activities. Signup required.
Friday Films: The Devil Wears Prada 2 (2026)
Fri, Nov 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
2026 | PG-13 | 119 minutes | Comedy, Drama | Closed Captioning (CC) Drop-in event.
Teen Volunteering - Family Activity Night - LEGO
Fri, Nov 20, 6:15pm - 7:45pm
Grades 6-12: Assist librarians with program set up and clean up.
This event is full
Family Activity Night - LEGO
Fri, Nov 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Families: Come to the library and spend some quality time building together! No signup required.
Teen Video Game Night
Fri, Nov 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Teen Program Room
Grades 6-12: Play old-school Nintendo classics on the library's mini-NES consoles. Switch consoles with N64 and Super NES games will also be available. Signup required.
This event is full
Introduction to Google Apps
Sat, Nov 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to use various Google apps on your smartphone. Signup required.
King Me
Sat, Nov 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
2nd floor - Teen 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.
Teen Volunteering - Toy Cleaning
Sun, Nov 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Grades 6-12: Assist librarians by cleaning toys for the play area.
This event is full
Eddie Korosa, Jr & The Boys From Illinois
Sun, Nov 22, 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.
Ageless Grace (Brain & Body Fitness) - Attend In Person
Mon, Nov 23, 10:00am - 10:45am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Work out your brain as well as your body in this fun, creative, and playful chair exercise program. Signup required for each in-person session. Signup for this session begins on October 15.
Excel: Intermediate
Mon, Nov 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn to format and arrange data to improve the functionality and analysis of your dataset. Signup required.
Ageless Grace (Brain & Body Fitness) - Attend Virtually
Mon, Nov 23, 10:00am - 10:45am
Work out your brain as well as your body in this fun, creative and playful chair exercise program. This virtual event is part of a series. Signup registers you for all virtual sessions.
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"Sew" Simple
Mon, Nov 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Grades 4-5: Learn a few simple stitches and create a felt fox. All supplies provided. Signup required.
This event is full
Password Management
Tue, Nov 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn to create and store secure passwords. Signup required.
Memory Cafe
Tue, Nov 24, 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.
Video Game Club
Tue, Nov 24, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Grades 3-5: Play a variety of video games on the library's Nintendo Switches. Signup required.
This event is full
Apple Devices: Advanced
Tue, Nov 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn about some of the advanced features of your iPhone or iPad. Signup required.
Create Professional Presentations with Canva
Sat, Nov 28, 10:00am - 11:30am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to use the free graphic design tool Canva to create presentations for school or work. Signup required.
Supported Storytime
Sat, Nov 28, 10:30am - 11:15am
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Ages 3-8 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.
Spot the Scam: Stay Safe Online
Sun, Nov 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn tips to identify and avoid common online scams. Signup required.
Excel: Advanced
Mon, Nov 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn advanced level Excel skills. Skills include charts, pivot tables, and advanced filtering. Signup required.
Mah Jongg Club, Beginner level
Mon, Nov 30, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
An instructor will teach those new to the game. Signup required, begins October 15 for TPPL cardholders, October 22 for others if space permits. Please arrive on time to guarantee your seat.
This event is full
Mah Jongg Club, Open Play
Mon, Nov 30, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Open Play is for experienced players. Signup required, begins October 15 for TPPL cardholders, October 22 for others if space permits. Please arrive on time to guarantee your seat.
This event is full
Adult Subscription Bag - Cozy Night In
Tue, Dec 01, All day
Sign up for a media subscription bag with a new theme every month! December’s theme is Cozy Night In. Ages 18+, Tinley Park Library cardholders only. Signup begins 11/1; pickup begins 12/1.
This event is full
Mah Jongg Club, Open Play
Tue, Dec 01, 11:00am - 1:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Open Play is for experienced players. Signup required, begins November 15 for TPPL cardholders, November 22 for others if space permits. Please arrive on time to guarantee your seat.
Registration opens Sunday, November 15 2026 at 9:00am
Mah Jongg Club, Beginner level
Tue, Dec 01, 11:00am - 1:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
An instructor will teach those new to the game. Signup required, begins November 15 for TPPL cardholders, November 22 for others if space permits. Please arrive on time to guarantee your seat.
Registration opens Sunday, November 15 2026 at 9:00am
Teen Volunteering - Fun with Tangrams
Tue, Dec 01, 4:15pm - 5:45pm
Grades 6-12: Assist librarians by handing out supplies and helping children with activities.
Registration opens Sunday, November 15 2026 at 12:00am
Fun with Tangrams
Tue, Dec 01, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Grades 2-3: Discover what you can create using only seven specific shapes. Signup required.
Registration opens Sunday, November 15 2026 at 12:00am
Holiday Hors d'Oeuvres
Wed, Dec 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Enjoy an inspiring cooking demo by Chef Susan Maddox. Samples and recipes provided. Limited to TPPL cardholders, signup begins November 15. If space allows, others may sign up beginning Nov 29.
Registration opens Sunday, November 15 2026 at 9:00am
Cricut 101 - Card Making
Wed, Dec 02, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Grades 9-Adult: Learn how to make cards from the Cricut. Signup required.  
Registration opens Wednesday, November 11 2026 at 12:00am
Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Wed, Dec 02, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees
Stitch Club
Thu, Dec 03, 11:00am - 1:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Open to anyone who wants to meet, mingle, and share tips on needlecraft projects. Supplies not provided. Drop-in event.
Bookmobile Stops - Orland Hills
Thu, Dec 03, 3:15pm - 5:15pm
Check out books, movies & video games for all ages, and pick up a special treat! Pheasant Ridge/ Hunter Apts 3:15-4 pm; Apartments of Orland 4:10-4:40 pm; Orland Hills Community Center 4:45-5:15 pm
Afternoon Storytime @ Orland Hills Community Center - Offsite Event
Thu, Dec 03, 4:15pm - 4:45pm
Enjoy themed stories, songs, and rhymes. Afterwards, visit the Bookmobile between 4:45-5:15 pm to check out books and pick up a special treat! Location: 16553 S. Haven Avenue. No signup required.
Bluestem Book Club - The Very, Very Far North by Dan Bar-el
Thu, Dec 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Grades 3-5: Each month, we'll discuss a different nominee from the 2027 Bluestem Readers' Choice List while enjoying a snack. See long description for more details. Signup required
Registration opens Sunday, November 15 2026 at 12:00am
Introduction to Android Devices
Fri, Dec 04, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Bring your phone or tablet to learn the basics of using your Android devices. Signup required.
Registration opens Sunday, November 15 2026 at 9:00am
Teen Volunteering - Family Pajamarama
Fri, Dec 04, 6:15pm - 7:30pm
Grades 6-12: Assist librarians with set up and clean up.
Registration opens Sunday, November 15 2026 at 12:00am
Family Pajamarama
Fri, Dec 04, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Participate in stories, fingerplays, games, crafts, and songs. No signup required.
Magazine Giveaway
Sat, Dec 05, All day
Discarded library magazines are available for free on the first Saturday of the month.
Excel: Basics
Sat, Dec 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's spreadsheet application. Signup required.
Registration opens Sunday, November 15 2026 at 9:00am
Spread the Cheer - Teen Craft Donations
Sat, Dec 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Grades 6-12: Spread holiday cheer by painting and decorating holiday crafts to be donated to local senior residences. Signup required. Please see long description for more information.
Registration opens Sunday, November 15 2026 at 12:00am
Spread the Cheer - Teen Craft Donations
Sun, Dec 06, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Grades 6-12: Spread holiday cheer by painting and decorating holiday crafts to be donated to local senior residences. Signup required. Please see long description for more information.
Registration opens Sunday, November 15 2026 at 12:00am
Old Gold Holiday Concert
Sun, Dec 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Get into the holiday spirit as Old Gold performs Christmas classics plus hits from the '50s, '60s, '70s, and beyond. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Signup required, begins Nov 15.
Registration opens Sunday, November 15 2026 at 9:00am
Baby's First Book Bag
Mon, Dec 07, All day
Ages Birth - 23 months: Strengthen your baby's language and literacy skills with this subscription service! Your bag will include books and an activity. Signup begins 11/15, pickup begins 12/7.
Registration opens Sunday, November 15 2026 at 12:00am
Picture Book Subscription Bag
Mon, Dec 07, All day
Ages 2-5: Nurture your child's love of reading with this subscription service! Your bag will include books and an activity. Signup begins 11/15, pickup begins 12/7.
Registration opens Sunday, November 15 2026 at 12:00am
Family Movie Subscription Bag - Children Ages 3-8
Mon, Dec 07, All day
Families with children ages 3-8: Sign up for a movie subscription bag with a new theme each month! This month is focused on fantasy. One signup per family, begins 11/15. Pickup begins 12/7.
Registration opens Sunday, November 15 2026 at 12:00am
Family Movie Subscription Bag - Children Ages 9-12
Mon, Dec 07, All day
Families with children ages 9-12: Sign up for a movie subscription bag with a new theme each month! This month is focused on fantasy. One signup per family, begins 11/15. Pickup begins 12/7.
Registration opens Sunday, November 15 2026 at 12:00am
Posture, Balance, and a Little Cha-Cha
Mon, Dec 07, 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 November 15.
Registration opens Sunday, November 15 2026 at 9:00am
The Dark Side of Christmas
Mon, Dec 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Short days and long dark nights are the perfect setting for ghost stories at Christmas! Bob Trzeciak explores the interesting origins of many holiday traditions from around the world. signup required.
Teen Volunteering - "Sew" Simple
Mon, Dec 07, 6:15pm - 7:45pm
Grades 9-12: Assist librarians and youth attendees with sewing projects. For this volunteer opportunity, you must be in high school. No sewing experience needed.
Registration opens Sunday, November 15 2026 at 12:00am
"Sew" Simple
Mon, Dec 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Grades 4-5: Learn a few simple stitches and create holiday felt candies. All supplies provided. Signup required.
Registration opens Sunday, November 15 2026 at 12:00am
Wits Workout for Older Adults
Tue, Dec 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Give your brain the workout it needs to stay sharp! Join us for fun brain-teasers, games, and puzzles that get you thinking. Made possible through a grant from AgeOptions. Signup required.
Registration opens Sunday, November 15 2026 at 9:00am
Word: Advanced
Tue, Dec 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to format tables and work with document templates, images, and graphics. Signup required.
Apple Devices: Basics
Tue, Dec 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Familiarize yourself with the basic features of your iPad or iPhone. Signup required.
Registration opens Sunday, November 15 2026 at 9:00am
Dobranocka - Polish Evening Storytime
Tue, Dec 08, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Families: Join us for this Polish language storytime with your child by sharing stories, both traditional and modern. Signup preferred. Please only register the child attending.
Registration opens Sunday, November 15 2026 at 12:00am
Introduction to Windows 11
Wed, Dec 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Familiarize yourself with Microsoft's Windows 11. Signup required.
Registration opens Sunday, November 15 2026 at 9:00am
Too Good to Be Missed Book Group - The Mad Wife by Meagan Church
Wed, Dec 09, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Genre: Historical Fiction | Led by: Kate | Drop-in event
Movie Discussion Group - Miracle on 34th Street - Miracle on 34th Street
Wed, Dec 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Watch at home and come to the library to discuss. 1947 | Approved | 96 minutes | Comedy, Drama | Drop-in event
Bookmobile Lobby Stop - Hanover Place
Thu, Dec 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hanover Place residents: Visit our table in your lobby for Chats & Checkouts! We bring a selection of popular large print books and movies, and free items from our Yours to Keep collection.
Chair Yoga
Thu, Dec 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Instructor Kathy Ruiter will guide you in gentle, non-strenuous chair exercises and meditation. Signup begins on November 15.
Registration opens Sunday, November 15 2026 at 9:00am
Bookmobile Stops - Tinley Park East & West
Thu, Dec 10, 3:45pm - 5:30pm
Browse and check out books, movies, & video games for all ages, 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
Digitize It: VHS Tapes
Sat, Dec 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor - Computer Classroom,Conversion Station
Learn to digitize your VHS tapes. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Registration opens Sunday, November 15 2026 at 9:00am
Fairy Tale Theatre Presents: - Ebenezer's Christmas Carol
Sat, Dec 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Families: Get into the holiday spirit Ebenezer's Christmas Carol, starring local teens! Free tickets will be available at the Youth & Teen Services Desk starting December 1.
Fairy Tale Theatre Presents: - Ebenezer's Christmas Carol
Sat, Dec 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Families: Get into the holiday spirit Ebenezer's Christmas Carol, starring local teens! Free tickets will be available at the Youth & Teen Services Desk starting December 1.
Jolly Good Stories
Sun, Dec 13, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Enjoy humorous stories about Santa and Rudolph! Sign up each child separately. Signup required.
Registration opens Sunday, November 15 2026 at 12:00am
Pictures with Santa
Sun, Dec 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Celebrate the holiday season at the library with a special visit from Santa! Families will have the opportunity to take a photo with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Drop-in event.
Ageless Grace (Brain & Body Fitness) - Attend In Person
Mon, Dec 14, 10:00am - 10:45am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Work out your brain as well as your body in this fun, creative, and playful chair exercise program. Signup required for each in-person session. Signup for this session begins on November 15.
Registration opens Sunday, November 15 2026 at 9:00am
Ageless Grace (Brain & Body Fitness) - Attend Virtually
Mon, Dec 14, 10:00am - 10:45am
Work out your brain as well as your body in this fun, creative and playful chair exercise program. Signup reauired.
Register
Greyt Readers
Mon, Dec 14, 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 Sunday, November 15 2026 at 12:00am
Greyt Readers
Mon, Dec 14, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
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 Sunday, November 15 2026 at 12:00am
Greyt Readers
Mon, Dec 14, 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.
Mah Jongg Club, Open Play
Tue, Dec 15, 11:00am - 1:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Open Play is for experienced players. Signup required, begins November 15 for TPPL cardholders, November 22 for others if space permits. Please arrive on time to guarantee your seat.
Registration opens Sunday, November 15 2026 at 9:00am
Mah Jongg Club, Beginner level
Tue, Dec 15, 11:00am - 1:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
An instructor will teach those new to the game. Signup required, begins November 15 for TPPL cardholders, November 22 for others if space permits. Please arrive on time to guarantee your seat.
Registration opens Sunday, November 15 2026 at 9:00am
Introduction to AI
Tue, Dec 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn about artificial intelligence technology innovations and how AI can influence various aspects of our lives and industries. Signup required.
Registration opens Sunday, November 15 2026 at 9:00am
Video Game Club
Tue, Dec 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Grades 3-5: Play a variety of video games on the library's Nintendo Switches. Signup required.
Registration opens Sunday, November 15 2026 at 12:00am
Apple Devices: Advanced
Tue, Dec 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn about some of the advanced features of your iPhone or iPad. Signup required.
Registration opens Sunday, November 15 2026 at 9:00am
Baby Sleepover
Wed, Dec 16, 11:00am - 11:45am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages: 3-23 months with adult(s): Join us for a special sleepover celebration filled with smiles, surprises, and a little bit of sleepy-time fun. Pajama attire is optional. Signup required.
Registration opens Sunday, November 15 2026 at 12:00am
Excel: Intermediate
Wed, Dec 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn functions and formulas, including IF and XLOOKUP. Signup required.
Registration opens Sunday, November 15 2026 at 9:00am
Evening Yoga
Wed, Dec 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Through guided instruction from Kathy Ruiter, combine gentle yoga poses with breathing awareness to relax the mind. Bring a yoga mat and a firm blanket. Signup required, begins on November 15.
Registration opens Sunday, November 15 2026 at 9:00am
Bookmobile Lobby Stop - Fulton Commons
Thu, Dec 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Fulton Commons residents: Visit our table in your Activity Room for Chats & Checkouts! We bring a selection of popular large print books and movies, and free items from our Yours to Keep collection.
Stitch Club
Thu, Dec 17, 11:00am - 1:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Open to anyone who wants to meet, mingle, and share tips on needlecraft projects. Supplies not provided. Drop-in event.
Create Professional Presentations with Canva
Thu, Dec 17, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
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 Sunday, November 15 2026 at 9:00am
Bookmobile Stops - Tinley Park South
Thu, Dec 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Browse and check out the latest books, movies, & video games for all ages, and pick up a special treat! Brookside Glen - Glenbrook 4:30-4:55 pm Brookside Glen - Monaghan 5-5:30 pm
Caudill Book Club - 365 Days to Alaska by Cathy Carr
Thu, Dec 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Grades 6-8: Participants read a title from the Caudill 2027 Young Readers' Book Award nominee list each month. We meet at Bean N' Breek in Tinley Park. Signup & permission slip required.
Registration opens Sunday, November 15 2026 at 12:00am
Explore Together: Supported Activities for Adults and Teens - Gingerbread & Hot Cocoa Bar
Thu, Dec 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
This engaging monthly event is designed for those with intellectual, developmental, or physical disabilities and their friends/families. This month: Gingerbread & Hot Cocoa Bar. Signup recommended.
Out of the Ordinary Book Group - Seven Days of Us by Francesca Hornak
Thu, Dec 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Teen Program Room
Genre: Humorous Fiction | Led by: Cindy | Drop-in event
Friday Films: The Sheep Detectives
Fri, Dec 18, 11:00am - 12:50pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
2026 | PG | 108 minutes | Comedy, Mystery | Drop-in event.
Friday Films: The Sheep Detectives
Fri, Dec 18, 2:00pm - 3:50pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
2026 | PG | 108 minutes | Comedy, Mystery | Drop-in event.
Family Activity Night - Kahoot!
Fri, Dec 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Families: Be the first to answer family-friendly trivia while playing Kahoot!, the game where speed counts! Ideal for families with children ages 5 and up. Drop-in event.
Teen Game Night - Tabletop Games & Hot Cocoa
Fri, Dec 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Teen Program Room
Grades 6-12: Enjoy playing a variety of tabletop games while sipping on hot cocoa. Signup required.
Registration opens Sunday, November 15 2026 at 12:00am
King Me
Sat, Dec 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
2nd floor - Teen 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 Sunday, November 15 2026 at 12:00am
Teen Volunteering - Toy Cleaning
Sun, Dec 20, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Grades 6-12: Assist librarians by cleaning toys for the play area.
Registration opens Sunday, November 15 2026 at 12:00am
Bookmobile Stops - Downtown
Mon, Dec 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Browse and check out the latest books, movies, & video games for all ages, and pick up a special treat! Oak Park Ave Train Station: 10-11am
Stories Around Town @ Krema Coffee - Offsite Event
Mon, Dec 21, 10:15am - 10:45am
Families: Enjoy themed stories, songs, and rhymes from 10:15-10:45 am. Visit the Bookmobile between 10-11 am to check out books and pick up a special treat! Location: 6700 South St. Drop in.
Spot the Scam: Stay Safe Online
Mon, Dec 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn tips to identify and avoid common online scams. Signup required.
Registration opens Sunday, November 15 2026 at 9:00am
League of Aspiring Writers
Mon, Dec 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Connect with other local writers who are eager to improve their craft and help you improve yours. Drop-in event.
Memory Cafe
Tue, Dec 22, 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.
Supported Storytime - Get "Yeti" for a Quiet New Year's Celebration!
Sat, Dec 26, 10:30am - 11:15am
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Ages 3-8 with adult(s): A visual schedule and sensory supports will be available in this adaptive storytime as we celebrate the New Year with a variety of low-key, fun activities. Signup required.
Registration opens Sunday, November 15 2026 at 12:00am
Mah Jongg Club, Open Play
Mon, Dec 28, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Open Play is for experienced players. Signup required, begins November 15 for TPPL cardholders, November 22 for others if space permits. Please arrive on time to guarantee your seat.
Registration opens Sunday, November 15 2026 at 9:00am
Mah Jongg Club, Beginner level
Mon, Dec 28, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
An instructor will teach those new to the game. Signup required, begins November 15 for TPPL cardholders, November 22 for others if space permits. Please arrive on time to guarantee your seat.
Registration opens Sunday, November 15 2026 at 9:00am
Teen Art Studio: Realistic Portraits
Tue, Dec 29, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Grades 6-12: Follow step-by-step directions to learn the principles of drawing a realistic human face. Signup required.
Registration opens Sunday, November 15 2026 at 12:00am
Adult Subscription Bag - New Year, New Series
Sat, Jan 02, All day
Sign up for a media subscription bag with a new theme every month! January’s theme is New Year, New Series. Ages 18+, Tinley Park Library cardholders only. Signup begins 12/1, pickup begins 1/2.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 1 2026 at 9:00am
Bookmobile Stops - Downtown
Sat, Jan 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Browse and check out the latest books, movies, & video games for all ages, and pick up a special treat! Oak Park Ave Train Station: 10-11am
Stories Around Town @ Krema Coffee - Offsite Event
Sat, Jan 02, 10:15am - 10:45pm
Families: Enjoy themed stories, songs, and rhymes from 10:15-10:45 am. Visit the Bookmobile between 10-11 am to check out books and pick up a special treat! Location: 6700 South St. Drop in.
Baby's First Book Bag
Mon, Jan 04, All day
Ages Birth - 23 months: Strengthen your baby's language and literacy skills with this subscription service! Your bag will include books and an activity. Signup begins 12/15, pickup begins 1/4.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 12:00am
Picture Book Subscription Bag
Mon, Jan 04, All day
Ages 2-5: Nurture your child's love of reading with this subscription service! Your bag will include books and an activity. Signup begins 12/15, pickup begins 1/4.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 12:00am
Family Movie Subscription Bag - Children Ages 3-8
Mon, Jan 04, All day
Families with children ages 3-8: Sign up for a movie subscription bag with a new theme each month! This month had random selections. One signup per family, begins 12/15. Pickup begins 1/4.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 12:00am
Family Movie Subscription Bag - Children Ages 9-12
Mon, Jan 04, All day
Families with children ages 9-12: Sign up for a movie subscription bag with a new theme each month! This month has random selections. One signup per family, begins 12/15. Pickup begins 1/4.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 12:00am
Posture, Balance, and a Little Cha-Cha
Mon, Jan 04, 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 December 15.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 9:00am
Using Zoom
Mon, Jan 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to use the video conferencing platform Zoom on your computer or mobile device. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 9:00am
Preschool Stories
Tue, Jan 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed to promote early literacy and fine motor skills for preschoolers. Drop-in event.
Mah Jongg Club, Open Play
Tue, Jan 05, 11:00am - 1:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Open Play is for experienced players. Signup required, begins December 15 for TPPL cardholders, December 22 for others if space permits. Please arrive on time to guarantee your seat.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 9:00am
Mah Jongg Club, Beginner level
Tue, Jan 05, 11:00am - 1:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
An instructor will teach those new to the game. Signup required, begins December 15 for TPPL cardholders, December 22 for others if space permits. Please arrive on time to guarantee your seat.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 9:00am
Bouncing Babies
Tue, Jan 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Ages Birth - 23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. Drop-in event.
Teen Video Game Night
Tue, Jan 05, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Teen Program Room
Grades 6-12: Play a friendly game of Mario Kart on the library's Nintendo Switches. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 12:00am
Toddler Tales
Wed, Jan 06, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs, and more. Drop-in event.
Adobe Photoshop: Basics
Wed, Jan 06, 10:00am - 11:30am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn to enhance your photos with Adobe Photoshop. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 9:00am
Preschool Stories
Wed, Jan 06, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed to promote early literacy and fine motor skills for preschoolers. Drop-in event.
Creativebug: Learn Crafting Projects Step by Step
Wed, Jan 06, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to use Creativebug to discover professionally curated arts and crafts projects including videos and step-by-step guides. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 9:00am
Bouncing Babies
Thu, Jan 07, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Ages Birth - 23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. Drop-in event.
Apple Devices: Advanced
Thu, Jan 07, 10:00am - 11:30am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn about some of the advanced features of your iPhone or iPad. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 9:00am
Stitch Club
Thu, Jan 07, 11:00am - 1:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Open to anyone who wants to meet, mingle, and share tips on needlecraft projects. Supplies not provided. Drop-in event.
Excel: Basics
Thu, Jan 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's spreadsheet application. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 9:00am
Bluestem Book Club - The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest by Aubrey Hartman
Thu, Jan 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Grades 3-5: Each month, we'll discuss a different nominee from the 2027 Bluestem Readers' Choice List while enjoying a snack. See long description for more details. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 12:00am
Bookmobile Stops - Tinley Park South
Thu, Jan 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Browse and check out the latest books, movies, & video games for all ages, and pick up a special treat! Brookside Glen - Glenbrook 4:30-4:55 pm Brookside Glen - Monaghan 5-5:30 pm
Evening Storytime
Thu, Jan 07, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Ages 3-8 with adult(s): Join us each week for themed stories, songs, activities, and a craft! Drop-in event.
Toddler Tales
Fri, Jan 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs, and more. Drop-in event.
Exploring Ancient Egypt
Fri, Jan 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Grades 4-8: Come learn about Ancient Egypt through a hieroglyph activity, mini pyramid building, mummy science, and more. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 12:00am
To Bataan and Back: How the NFL Survived WWII
Sat, Jan 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Hear stories of the heroism and bravery of pro football players serving in the armed forces during WWII. Presented by local author and NFL enthusiast Joe Ziemba. Signup required.
Registration opens Sunday, November 15 2026 at 9:00am
Introduction to Android Devices
Sat, Jan 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Bring your phone or tablet to learn the basics of using your Android devices. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 9:00am
Elvis Birthday Celebration Concert
Sun, Jan 10, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Elvis impersonator and fan favorite Hugo Colin is back! Sponsored by the Friends of the Tinley Park Public Library. Signup begins December 15.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 9:00am
How to Listen to Podcasts
Sun, Jan 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to find and listen to podcasts on your favorite devices. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 9:00am
Information Literacy in the Age of AI and Social Media
Mon, Jan 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to identify misinformation and content created by artificial intelligence on social media. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 9:00am
Chair Fitness - Attend In Person
Mon, Jan 11, 10:30am - 11:15am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Have fun exercising while sitting in a chair! Led by instructor Karen Zegarlinski. Signup required for each in-person session. Signup for this session begins on December 15.
Chair Fitness - Attend Virtually
Mon, Jan 11, 10:30am - 11:15am
Have fun exercising while sitting in a chair! Led by instructor Karen Zegarlinski. This virtual event is part of a series. Signup registers you for all virtual sessions.
Register
Introduction to Cloud Storage
Mon, Jan 11, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn the benefits and drawbacks of cloud storage. Informational, no individual technology support provided. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 9:00am
Greyt Readers
Mon, Jan 11, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Grades K-5: Readers practice their developing skills out loud to a greyhound dog for up to 15 minutes. Start times at 6:30 and 6:45 pm. Further details on library event calendar. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 12:00am
Greyt Readers
Mon, Jan 11, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Grades K-5: Readers practice their developing skills out loud to a greyhound dog for up to 15 minutes. Start times at 7:00 and 7:15 pm. Further details on library event calendar. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 12:00am
Greyt Readers
Mon, Jan 11, 7:30pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Grades K-5: Readers practice their developing skills out loud to a greyhound dog for up to 15 minutes. Start times at 7:30 and 7:45 pm. Further details on library event calendar. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 12:00am
Preschool Stories
Tue, Jan 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed to promote early literacy and fine motor skills for preschoolers. Drop-in event.
Digitize It: Vinyl Records
Tue, Jan 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor - Computer Classroom,Conversion Station
Learn to digitize your vinyl records and cassette tapes using our conversion station. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 9:00am
Wits Workout for Older Adults
Tue, Jan 12, 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.
Registration opens Sunday, November 15 2026 at 9:00am
Bouncing Babies
Tue, Jan 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Program 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, Jan 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to use various Google apps on your smartphone. Signup required.
Video Game Club
Tue, Jan 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Grades 3-5: Play a variety of video games on the library's Nintendo Switches. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 12:00am
Youth Advisory Council - YAC
Tue, Jan 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor - Teen Program Room
Grades 6-12: Help plan teen programs at the library. Pizza and pop are served. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 12:00am
Cafe Ole
Tue, Jan 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Teen 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 Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 12:00am
Toddler Tales
Wed, Jan 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs, and more. Drop-in event.
Preschool Stories
Wed, Jan 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Program 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 - James by Percival Everett
Wed, Jan 13, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Genre: Historical Fiction | Led by: Rosemarie | Drop-in event
Movie Discussion Group - Apocalypse Now - Apocalypse Now
Wed, Jan 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Watch at home and come to the library to discuss. 1979 | R | 147 minutes | War, Drama | Drop-in event
Crochet Mania
Wed, Jan 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Teen 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 Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 12:00am
Bouncing Babies
Thu, Jan 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Ages Birth - 23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. Drop-in event.
Using Consumer Reports
Thu, Jan 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to use Consumer Reports to access articles and product reviews. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 9:00am
Bookmobile Lobby Stop - Hanover Place
Thu, Jan 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hanover Place residents: Visit our table in your lobby for Chats & Checkouts! We bring a selection of popular large print books and movies, and free items from our Yours to Keep collection.
Chair Yoga
Thu, Jan 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Instructor Kathy Ruiter will guide you in gentle, non-strenuous chair exercises and meditation. Signup begins on December 15.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 9:00am
Excel: Intermediate
Thu, Jan 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn functions and formulas, including IF and XLOOKUP. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 9:00am
Bookmobile Stops - Orland Hills
Thu, Jan 14, 3:15pm - 5:15pm
Check out books, movies & video games for all ages, and pick up a special treat! Pheasant Ridge/ Hunter Apts 3:15-4 pm; Apartments of Orland 4:10-4:40 pm; Orland Hills Community Center 4:45-5:15 pm
Afternoon Storytime @ Orland Hills Community Center - Offsite Event
Thu, Jan 14, 4:15pm - 4:45pm
Enjoy themed stories, songs, and rhymes. Afterwards, visit the Bookmobile between 4:45-5:15 pm to check out books and pick up a special treat! Location: 16553 S. Haven Avenue. No signup required.
Exploring Ancient Egypt
Thu, Jan 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Grades 4-8: Come learn about Ancient Egypt through a hieroglyph activity, mini pyramid building, mummy science, and more. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 12:00am
Evening Storytime
Thu, Jan 14, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Ages 3-8 with adult(s): Join us each week for themed stories, songs, activities, and a craft! Drop-in event.
Toddler Tales
Fri, Jan 15, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs, and more. Drop-in event.
Friday Films: Project Hail Mary
Fri, Jan 15, 11:00am - 1:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
2026 | PG-13 | 156 minutes | Sci-Fi Epic, Adventure | Drop-in event.
Monarch Madness
Fri, Jan 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Grades K-2: Are you ready to battle a few of the 2027 Monarch nominees? Join us as we read a few books, choose our favorite, and complete fun activities. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 12:00am
Friday Films: Project Hail Mary
Fri, Jan 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
2026 | PG-13 | 156 minutes | Sci-Fi Epic, Adventure | Drop-in event.
King Me
Sat, Jan 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
2nd floor - Teen 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 Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 12:00am
Teen Volunteering - Toy Cleaning
Sun, Jan 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Grades 6-12: Assist librarians by cleaning toys for the play area.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 12:00am
Library Resources for Your Business
Mon, Jan 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Discover library resources that can help your small business. Signup required, open to TPPL cardholders only.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 9:00am
Bookmobile Stops - Downtown
Mon, Jan 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Browse and check out the latest books, movies, & video games for all ages, and pick up a special treat! Oak Park Ave Train Station: 10-11am
Stories Around Town @ Krema Coffee - Offsite Event
Mon, Jan 18, 10:15am - 10:45am
Families: Enjoy themed stories, songs, and rhymes from 10:15-10:45 am. Visit the Bookmobile between 10-11 am to check out books and pick up a special treat! Location: 6700 South St. Drop in.
Teen Volunteering - Penguin Palooza
Mon, Jan 18, 4:45pm - 6:15pm
Grades 6-12: Assist the librarian and youth attendees with crafts.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 12:00am
Penguin Palooza
Mon, Jan 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Grades K-1: Waddle on over for a fun-filled penguin palooza! Enjoy some penguin stories, make a penguin craft, and even take home your very own stuffed penguin! Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 12:00am
League of Aspiring Writers
Mon, Jan 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Connect with other local writers who are eager to improve their craft and help you improve yours. Drop-in event.
Preschool Stories
Tue, Jan 19, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed to promote early literacy and fine motor skills for preschoolers. Drop-in event.
Password Management
Tue, Jan 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn to create and store secure passwords. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 9:00am
Mah Jongg Club, Open Play
Tue, Jan 19, 11:00am - 1:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Open Play is for experienced players. Signup required, begins December 15 for TPPL cardholders, December 22 for others if space permits. Please arrive on time to guarantee your seat.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 9:00am
Bouncing Babies
Tue, Jan 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Ages Birth - 23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. Drop-in event.
Cancelled
Mah Jongg Club, Beginner level
Tue, Jan 19, 11:00am - 1:00pm
No instructor available on January 19.
Introduction to Windows 11
Tue, Jan 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Familiarize yourself with Microsoft's Windows 11. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 9:00am
English as a Second Language: Conversation Group
Tue, Jan 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Come and practice conversational English with other members of the community who speak English as a second language. Signup required.
Illinois Libraries Present: Sasheer Zamata - Virtual - Funny on Purpose
Tue, Jan 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Discover how comedy has the power to challenge, connect, and bring people together. Signup required by 5 pm on event date. Limited to TPPL cardholders.
Register
Toddler Tales
Wed, Jan 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs, and more. Drop-in event.
Preschool Stories
Wed, Jan 20, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed to promote early literacy and fine motor skills for preschoolers. Drop-in event.
eBay and Facebook Marketplace: How to Sell Stuff Online
Wed, Jan 20, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn how to sell items on eBay and Facebook Marketplace. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 9:00am
Interview Essentials: Strategies for Standing Out
Wed, Jan 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn tips to help you succeed at your next job interview. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 9:00am
Evening Yoga
Wed, Jan 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Through guided instruction from Kathy Ruiter, combine gentle yoga poses with breathing awareness to relax the mind. Bring a yoga mat and a firm blanket. Signup required, begins on December 15.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 9:00am
Teen Scrapbook Jam
Wed, Jan 20, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Grades 6-12: Join us for a hands-on scrapbooking session! Design a unique scrapbook page that will become part of our Library Teen Scrapbook. All supplies provided. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 12:00am
Bouncing Babies
Thu, Jan 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Ages Birth - 23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. Drop-in event.
Bookmobile Lobby Stop - Fulton Commons
Thu, Jan 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Fulton Commons residents: Visit our table in your Activity Room for Chats & Checkouts! We bring a selection of popular large print books and movies, and free items from our Yours to Keep collection.
Stitch Club
Thu, Jan 21, 11:00am - 1:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Open to anyone who wants to meet, mingle, and share tips on needlecraft projects. Supplies not provided. Drop-in event.
LinkedIn Learning: Online Courses to Learn a New Skill
Thu, Jan 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
LinkedIn Learning offers self-paced training to enhance or develop your skill set. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 9:00am
Bookmobile Stops - Tinley Park East & West
Thu, Jan 21, 3:45pm - 5:30pm
Browse and check out books, movies, & video games for all ages, 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 - Weirdo by Tony Weaver, Jr.
Thu, Jan 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Grades 6-8: Participants read a title from the Caudill 2027 Young Readers' Book Award nominee list each month. We meet at Bean N' Breek in Tinley Park. Signup & permission slip required.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 12:00am
Cancelled
Crochet Corner
Thu, Jan 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Grades 4-5: Learn the basics of crocheting and make your own craft. Experts and beginners alike are welcome. Signup required.
Evening Storytime
Thu, Jan 21, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Ages 3-8 with adult(s): Join us each week for themed stories, songs, activities, and a craft! Drop-in event.
Out of the Ordinary Book Group - Pew by Catherine Lacey
Thu, Jan 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Genre: Literary Fiction | Led by: Jenn | Drop-in event
Toddler Tales
Fri, Jan 22, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs, and more. Drop-in event.
Forest Preserves of Cook County Community Book Swap
Fri, Jan 22, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Head to the Swallow Cliff Woods Pavilion with your gently used books and browse for your next favorite. Enjoy a warm beverage and make a bookmark with sustainable materials for your new-to-you book.
Teen Volunteering - Family Activity Night - LEGO
Fri, Jan 22, 6:15pm - 7:45pm
Grades 6-12: Assist librarians with program set up and clean up.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 12:00am
Family Activity Night - LEGO
Fri, Jan 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Families: Come to the library and spend some quality time building together! No signup required.
Cozy Coloring Day for Teens
Fri, Jan 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor - Teen Program Room
Grades 6-12: Spend an evening coloring cozy scenes and sipping on hot cocoa. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 12:00am
Supported Storytime
Sat, Jan 23, 10:30am - 11:15am
2nd floor - Youth Program 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 Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 12:00am
Amateur Jigsaw Puzzle Challenge - Ages 18+
Sat, Jan 23, 11:00am - 2:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Teams formed the day of the event. We kindly ask experienced puzzle teams to refrain from signing up. Signup required, begins Dec 15 for Tinley Park cardholders, others may sign up beginning Jan 5.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 9:00am
Cut the Cable Cord
Sat, Jan 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn about streaming services, like Netflix and Hulu, and streaming devices, like Apple TV and Roku. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 9:00am
Create Professional Presentations with Canva
Sun, Jan 24, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
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 Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 9:00am
Chair Fitness - Attend In Person
Mon, Jan 25, 10:30am - 11:15am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Have fun exercising while sitting in a chair! Led by instructor Karen Zegarlinski. Signup required for each in-person session. Signup for this session begins on December 15.
Chair Fitness - Attend Virtually
Mon, Jan 25, 10:30am - 11:15am
Have fun exercising while sitting in a chair! Led by instructor Karen Zegarlinski. This virtual event is part of a series. Signup registers you for all virtual sessions.
Register
Teen Volunteering - Snowflake Fun
Mon, Jan 25, 5:45pm - 7:15pm
Grades 6-12: Assist librarians by helping participants with crafts and activities.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 12:00am
Mah Jongg Club, Open Play
Mon, Jan 25, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Open Play is for experienced players. Signup required, begins December 15 for TPPL cardholders, December 22 for others if space permits. Please arrive on time to guarantee your seat.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 9:00am
Mah Jongg Club, Beginner level
Mon, Jan 25, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
An instructor will teach those new to the game. Signup required, begins December 15 for TPPL cardholders, December 22 for others if space permits. Please arrive on time to guarantee your seat.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 9:00am
Snowflake Fun
Mon, Jan 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Grades 2-3: Let it snow! Learn how snowflakes form, discover cool science facts, and create your own winter-inspired masterpiece! Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 12:00am
Preschool Stories
Tue, Jan 26, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed to promote early literacy and fine motor skills for preschoolers. Drop-in event.
Memory Cafe
Tue, Jan 26, 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, Jan 26, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Ages Birth - 23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. Drop-in event.
Digitize It: VHS Tapes
Tue, Jan 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom,Conversion Station
Learn to digitize your VHS tapes. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 9:00am
Dobranocka - Polish Evening Storytime
Tue, Jan 26, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Families: Join us for this Polish language storytime with your child by sharing stories, both traditional and modern. Signup preferred. Please only register the child attending.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 12:00am
Toddler Tales
Wed, Jan 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs, and more. Drop-in event.
PowerPoint: Advanced
Wed, Jan 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn some of the more advanced features of Microsoft PowerPoint. Signup required.
Preschool Stories
Wed, Jan 27, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed to promote early literacy and fine motor skills for preschoolers. Drop-in event.
The Animals of the Chinese Zodiac and You
Wed, Jan 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Celebrate Lunar New Year! Discover your Chinese zodiac animal and learn why the Year of the Goat is not so baaad! Presented by Yvonne Wolf, founder of Chinese Intercultural, LLC. Signup required.
Registration opens Sunday, November 15 2026 at 9:00am
Morningstar: Research Stocks with Confidence
Wed, Jan 27, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
An introduction on how to use Morningstar to help you research investment opportunities and build your investment knowledge. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 9:00am
Jump & Jive
Wed, Jan 27, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Ages 2-3 years with adult(s): Kids will engage with interactive stories and move to upbeat rhythms. Drop-in event.
Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Wed, Jan 27, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees
Bouncing Babies
Thu, Jan 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Ages Birth - 23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. Drop-in event.
Excel: Advanced
Thu, Jan 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn advanced level Excel skills. Skills include charts, pivot tables, and conditional formatting. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 9:00am
Bookmobile Stops - Tinley Park South
Thu, Jan 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Browse and check out the latest books, movies, & video games for all ages, and pick up a special treat! Brookside Glen - Glenbrook 4:30-4:55 pm Brookside Glen - Monaghan 5-5:30 pm
Explore Together: Supported Activities for Adults and Teens - Board Games and Puzzles
Thu, Jan 28, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
This engaging monthly event is designed for those with intellectual, developmental, or physical disabilities and their friends/families. This month: Board games and puzzles. Signup recommended.
Evening Storytime
Thu, Jan 28, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Ages 3-8 with adult(s): Join us each week for themed stories, songs, activities, and a craft! Drop-in event.
Toddler Tales
Fri, Jan 29, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs, and more. Drop-in event.
Word: Basics
Fri, Jan 29, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's word-processing software. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 9:00am
Ancestry.com Library Edition: Research Your Family History
Sat, Jan 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Start your genealogy research with the library's edition of the popular database. Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 9:00am
Scan the Stories: Teen Volunteer Project
Sat, Jan 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Grades 6-12: Are you interested in the history of the Tinley Park Public Library? If so, this volunteer opportunity is perfect for you! Signup required.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 15 2026 at 12:00am
Baby's First Book Bag
Mon, Feb 01, All day
Ages Birth - 23 months: Strengthen your baby's language and literacy skills with this subscription service! Your bag will include books and an activity. Signup begins 1/15, pickup begins 2/1.
Registration opens Friday, January 15 2027 at 12:00am
Bookmark Contest
Mon, Feb 01, All day
Grades K-12: Celebrate Library Lovers' Month by decorating a reading-themed bookmark for a chance to win a prize! Winning bookmarks will be displayed in the library. Entries accepted Feb 1-20.
Picture Book Subscription Bag
Mon, Feb 01, All day
Ages 2-5: Nurture your child's love of reading with this subscription service! Your bag will include books and an activity. Signup begins 1/15, pickup begins 2/1.
Registration opens Friday, January 15 2027 at 12:00am
Adult Subscription Bag - All You Need Is Love
Mon, Feb 01, All day
Sign up for a media subscription bag with a new theme every month! February’s theme is All You Need Is Love. Ages 18+, Tinley Park Library cardholders only. Signup begins 1/1, pickup begins 2/1.
Registration opens Friday, January 1 2027 at 9:00am
Family Movie Subscription Bag - Children Ages 3-8
Mon, Feb 01, All day
Families with children ages 3-8: Sign up for a movie subscription bag with a new theme each month! This month is historical themes. One signup per family, begins 1/15. Pickup begins 2/1.
Registration opens Friday, January 15 2027 at 12:00am
Family Movie Subscription Bag - Children Ages 9-12
Mon, Feb 01, All day
Families with children ages 9-12: Sign up for a movie subscription bag with a new theme each month! This month is historical themes. One signup per family, begins 1/15. Pickup begins 2/1.
Registration opens Friday, January 15 2027 at 12:00am
Posture, Balance, and a Little Cha-Cha
Mon, Feb 01, 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 January 15.
Registration opens Friday, January 15 2027 at 9:00am
Preschool Stories
Tue, Feb 02, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed to promote early literacy and fine motor skills for preschoolers. Drop-in event.
Digitize It: Reel-to-Reel Films
Tue, Feb 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor - Computer Classroom,Conversion Station
Learn to digitize your 8 mm, Super 8, or 16 mm reel-to-reel films. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Registration opens Friday, January 15 2027 at 9:00am
Mah Jongg Club, Open Play
Tue, Feb 02, 11:00am - 1:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Open Play is for experienced players. Signup required, begins January 15 for TPPL cardholders, January 22 for others if space permits. Please arrive on time to guarantee your seat.
Registration opens Friday, January 15 2027 at 9:00am
Mah Jongg Club, Beginner level
Tue, Feb 02, 11:00am - 1:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
An instructor will teach those new to the game. Signup required, begins January 15 for TPPL cardholders, January 22 for others if space permits. Please arrive on time to guarantee your seat.
Registration opens Friday, January 15 2027 at 9:00am
Bouncing Babies
Tue, Feb 02, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Ages Birth - 23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. Drop-in event.
Excel: Basics
Tue, Feb 02, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's spreadsheet application. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, January 15 2027 at 9:00am
Toddler Tales
Wed, Feb 03, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs, and more. Drop-in event.
Spot the Scam: Stay Safe Online
Wed, Feb 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn tips to identify and avoid common online scams. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, January 15 2027 at 9:00am
Preschool Stories
Wed, Feb 03, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed to promote early literacy and fine motor skills for preschoolers. Drop-in event.
How to Use eAudiobooks and eBooks
Wed, Feb 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to remotely access the library's collection of eAudiobooks and eBooks on your favorite devices. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Registration opens Friday, January 15 2027 at 9:00am
Teen Volunteering - STEAMers at Work
Wed, Feb 03, 6:15pm - 7:30pm
Grades 6-12: Assist librarians with program set up and clean up.
Registration opens Friday, January 15 2027 at 12:00am
STEAMers at Work
Wed, Feb 03, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Ages 3-5 years with adult(s): Join us for play-based STEAM activities. Come ready for some super sticky fun! Signup required.
Registration opens Sunday, November 15 2026 at 12:00am
Teen Storytime
Wed, Feb 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades 6-12: Celebrate World Read Aloud day with your favorite pastime - storytime! There will be stories, songs, bubbles, crafts, and more! Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, January 15 2027 at 12:00am
Bouncing Babies
Thu, Feb 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Ages Birth - 23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. Drop-in event.
Stitch Club
Thu, Feb 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, Feb 04, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Familiarize yourself with the basic features of your iPad or iPhone. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, January 15 2027 at 9:00am
Bookmobile Stops - Orland Hills
Thu, Feb 04, 3:15pm - 5:15pm
Check out books, movies & video games for all ages, and pick up a special treat! Pheasant Ridge/ Hunter Apts 3:15-4 pm; Apartments of Orland 4:10-4:40 pm; Orland Hills Community Center 4:45-5:15 pm
Canva for Educators
Thu, Feb 04, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Educators can join us for a professional learning workshop focused on using Canva for classroom needs. See long description for more information. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, January 15 2027 at 12:00am
Afternoon Storytime @ Orland Hills Community Center - Offsite Event
Thu, Feb 04, 4:15pm - 4:45pm
Enjoy themed stories, songs, and rhymes. Afterwards, visit the Bookmobile between 4:45-5:15 pm to check out books and pick up a special treat! Location: 16553 S. Haven Avenue. No signup required.
Bluestem Book Club - Sparkle by Lakita Wilson
Thu, Feb 04, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Grades 3-5: Each month, we'll discuss a different nominee from the 2027 Bluestem Readers' Choice List while enjoying a snack. See long description for more details. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, January 15 2027 at 12:00am
How to Listen to Podcasts
Thu, Feb 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Computer Classroom
Learn how to find and listen to podcasts on your favorite devices. Signup required.
Registration opens Friday, January 15 2027 at 9:00am
Evening Storytime
Thu, Feb 04, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor - Youth Program Room
Ages 3-8 with adult(s): Join us each week for themed stories, songs, activities, and a craft! Drop-in event.
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