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The Mike Knauf Quartet
2019-07-28 14:00:00 2019-07-28 15:00:00 America/Chicago The Mike Knauf Quartet Join us for an afternoon of jazz music featuring instrumental and vocal hits of the 1920’s through the 1950’s! Tinley Park Public Library

Sunday, July 28
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2019-07-28 14:00:00 2019-07-28 15:00:00 America/Chicago The Mike Knauf Quartet Join us for an afternoon of jazz music featuring instrumental and vocal hits of the 1920’s through the 1950’s! Tinley Park Public Library

Tinley Park Public Library

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Join us for an afternoon of jazz music featuring instrumental and vocal hits of the 1920’s through the 1950’s!

The Mike Knauf Quartet entertains audiences all around the Chicago area and the Midwest. The music will include the great standards of The Great American Songbook and some of the big bands, including swing, Latin styles, ballads, waltzes and even polkas!  The quartet includes Mike on sax, clarinet and flute; Tom Steffens on piano/vocals; Mark Sorlie on bass/vocals and Dean Bapes on drums/vocals.

Doors for concerts open at 1:30 pm. Registrants must obtain a ticket from the registration table no later than 10 minutes before the schedule performance.
Unclaimed reservations are released at 1:50 pm, at which time all seating will become general admission. We may have to turn away registrants who arrive after 1:50 pm.

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2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room
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2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
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1st floor – Meeting Room A&B
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1st floor – Computer Classroom
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2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
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2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
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1st floor – Computer Classroom
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2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
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2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
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1st floor – Meeting Room A&B
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1st floor – Meeting Room A&B
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1st floor – Meeting Room A&B
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2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
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2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room
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Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 12:00am
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1st floor – Meeting Room A
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2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room
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1st floor – Meeting Room A&B
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Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 9:00am
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2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
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Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 12:00am
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2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room
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1st floor – Computer Classroom
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Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 9:00am
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2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
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Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 12:00am
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2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room
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2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
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2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room
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Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 12:00am
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Sat, Oct 19, 10:00am - 11:30am
1st floor – Meeting Room A&B
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Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 9:00am
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Sat, Oct 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
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Sat, Oct 19, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
1st floor – Meeting Room A&B
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Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 9:00am
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Sat, Oct 19, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
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Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 12:00am
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2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
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Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 12:00am
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2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
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Registration is now closed
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2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room
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Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 12:00am
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1st floor – Meeting Room A&B
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2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
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2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
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Wed, Oct 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor – Computer Classroom
Puzzled by technology? Bring your devices for 1-on-1 assistance.
Digitize It: Photos & Slides
Wed, Oct 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor – Computer Classroom
Learn to digitize your photos and slides. Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 9:00am
Art Explorers - Van Gogh's Starry Night
Wed, Oct 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Explore different artists, techniques, and styles through hands-on art projects.
Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 12:00am
Chair Yoga
Thu, Oct 24, 11:00am - 12:30pm
1st floor – Meeting Room A&B
Instructor Kathy Ruiter will guide you in gentle, non-strenuous chair exercises and meditation.
Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 9:00am
Windows 10: Basics
Thu, Oct 24, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
1st floor – Computer Classroom
Familiarize yourself with Microsoft's latest operating system.
Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 9:00am
Trivia Night
Thu, Oct 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Join us for a night of fun, facts, and friendly competition. This trivia night covers all things spooky and scary. Maximum of six people per team. Sign up to reserve your spot!
Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 9:00am
Introduction to Cloud Storage
Fri, Oct 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor – Computer Classroom
Learn the benefits and drawbacks of cloud storage.
Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 9:00am
Family Fun Nights: Activity Night - Halloween
Fri, Oct 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor – Meeting Room A&B
Ages: children and their parents Come to the library and spend some quality time with your family!
Teen Movie Night - Clue
Fri, Oct 25, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Enjoy popcorn and soda while we watch the classic film Clue (PG, 97 min.).
Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 12:00am
Organize Your Digital Files, Folders, & Photos
Sat, Oct 26, 10:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor – Computer Classroom
Learn to organize your digital files on a computer and in the cloud.
Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 9:00am
Share-a-Language - Arabic
Sat, Oct 26, 10:30am - 11:15am
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Enjoy children's stories and songs in diverse languages.
Crazy 8s Math Club
Mon, Oct 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Experience a new, fun math activity each week, for 8 weeks. Have a blast learning the math behind exciting activities!
Registration is now closed
Mah Jongg Club
Mon, Oct 28, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor – Meeting Room A
An instructor will be on hand to teach those new to the game.
League of Aspiring Writers
Mon, Oct 28, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
1st floor – Meeting Room B
Connect with other local writers, eager to improve their craft and help you improve yours.
Read, Rock & Rhyme
Mon, Oct 28, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
This early literacy program for parent and child incorporates stories, movement, songs, and activities.
Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 12:00am
Online Job Searching
Mon, Oct 28, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
1st floor – Computer Classroom
In addition to online job searching, this class also covers Microsoft Word for resumes and cover letters.
Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 9:00am
Greyt Readers
Mon, Oct 28, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room
Readers practice their developing skills with a greyhound. Carefully read full description.
Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 12:00am
Greyt Readers
Mon, Oct 28, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Readers practice their developing skills with a greyhound. Carefully read full description.
Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 12:00am
Greyt Readers
Mon, Oct 28, 7:30pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room
Readers practice their developing skills with a greyhound. Carefully read full description.
Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 12:00am
You & iOS
Tue, Oct 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor – Computer Classroom
Bring your iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch to learn more about Apple's mobile devices.
Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 9:00am
Coding Club
Tue, Oct 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Learn about coding with Ozobots, Bloxels, and so much more!
Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 12:00am
Teen Halloween Party
Tue, Oct 29, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor – Meeting Room A&B
Enjoy the thrills and chills of the season!
Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 12:00am
Digitize It: Vinyl Audio Restoration
Wed, Oct 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor – Computer Classroom
Convert and edit vinyl records and cassette tapes. Registrants should be comfortable using computers. Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 9:00am
Solve it
Wed, Oct 30, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
What exactly are we solving? Well that is a mystery! Come for a fun time together as we solve away!
Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 12:00am
Sesame Street Celebration
Fri, Nov 01, 10:30am - 11:15am
Come and celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Sesame Street. Parents are required to attend with their children.
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2019 at 12:00am
Fantasy & Sci-Fi Book Group - All Systems Red by Martha Wells
Fri, Nov 01, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room
November's selection is All Systems Red by Martha Wells
Magazine Giveaway
Sat, Nov 02, All day
Lobby
On the first Saturday of the month the library puts out the magazines that have been discarded during the prior month.
Holiday Gift Packages on Sale - stress free holiday shopping
Sat, Nov 02, 9:00am - 4:00pm
1st floor – Meeting Room A&B
A variety of themes and age ranges will be available. there's something for everyone! the sale will be held in the Main Level Meeting Room.
Sensory Storytime - Dinosaurs
Sat, Nov 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Children of all abilities are invited to participate at their own pace in this storytime designed for children with sensory needs.
Excel Intermediate: Manage Data with Tables
Sat, Nov 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor – Computer Classroom
Covers working with tables, large datasets, conditional formatting, outlines; and intermediate formulas and functions.
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2019 at 9:00am
Tech Time - Drop-in Help
Mon, Nov 04, 9:30am - 11:00am
1st floor – Computer Classroom
Puzzled by technology? Bring your devices for 1-on-1 assistance.
Winston Churchill: - Greatest Statesman of the Twentieth Century
Mon, Nov 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor – Meeting Room A&B
Former executive director of The Churchill Centre, Daniel Myers, shares a magnificent showing of Churchill and his many published exploits that illuminate, educate, entertain, and possibly amuse.
Design & Build It! - Bridges
Mon, Nov 04, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Design your own bridge using a variety of supplies. We will test each design to see which one is the strongest!
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2019 at 12:00am
Ancestry.com Basics
Mon, Nov 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor – Computer Classroom
Start your genealogy research with the library's edition of the popular database.
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2019 at 9:00am
Preschool Stories
Tue, Nov 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-5 years and caregivers: Stories, activities, and a craft. Check in at the Youth Services Desk when you arrive. Drop-in event.
Bouncing Babies
Tue, Nov 05, 11:00am - 11:20am
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-23 months and caregivers: Introduce your baby to books, reading, and the library at this storytime! Drop-in event.
Mah Jongg Club
Tue, Nov 05, 11:00am - 1:00pm
1st floor – Meeting Room A
An instructor will be on hand to teach those new to the game.
Cut the Cable Cord
Tue, Nov 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor – Meeting Room A&B
Learn about streaming services like Netflix and Hulu, and streaming devices like Apple TV and Roku.
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2019 at 9:00am
Rebecca Caudill Book Club - Slider
Tue, Nov 05, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room
Discuss "Slider" by Pete Hautman from the Rebecca Caudill Young Readers' Book Award list. Snacks and drinks will be served.
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2019 at 12:00am
Tales for Twos
Wed, Nov 06, 10:00am - 10:20am
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Age 2 years and caregivers: Stories, activities, and a craft. Check in at the Youth Services Desk when you arrive. Drop-in event.
Preschool Stories
Wed, Nov 06, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-5 years and caregivers: Stories, activities, and a craft. Check in at the Youth Services Desk when you arrive. Drop-in event.
Word: Advanced
Wed, Nov 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor – Computer Classroom
Learn how to format tables and work with document templates, images, and graphics.
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2019 at 9:00am
Story Art - Pirates
Wed, Nov 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Read a story and create a piece of art to take home.
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2019 at 12:00am
SD 146 Award Ceremony
Wed, Nov 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor – Meeting Room A&B
Students from SD 146 celebrate their award-winning artwork.
Bouncing Babies
Thu, Nov 07, 10:00am - 10:20am
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-23 months and caregivers: Introduce your baby to books, reading, and the library at this storytime! Drop-in event.
Stitch Club
Thu, Nov 07, 11:00am - 1:00pm
1st floor – Meeting Room A
Open to anyone who wants to meet, mingle, and share tips on needlecraft projects. Bring your own supplies.
Build a Website
Thu, Nov 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor – Computer Classroom
Build websites and blogs using WordPress.
Bluestem Book Club - "You Go First" by Erin Entrada Kelly
Thu, Nov 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Discuss a nominee from the 2020 Bluestem List while enjoying a snack. We will close with a fun activity!
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2019 at 12:00am
Wee Readers
Thu, Nov 07, 6:30pm - 6:50pm
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-36 months and caregivers: Introduce your very young child to books, reading, and the library at this storytime! Drop-in event.
Tales for Twos
Fri, Nov 08, 10:00am - 11:20am
Age 2 years and caregivers: Stories, activities, and a craft. Check in at the Youth Services Desk when you arrive. Drop-in event.
Retro Video Games
Fri, Nov 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room
Enjoy snacks and drinks while playing a variety of retro Nintendo games with fellow gamers.
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2019 at 12:00am
Share-a-Language - Spanish
Sat, Nov 09, 10:30am - 11:15am
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Enjoy children's stories and songs in diverse languages.
Tolkien
Sat, Nov 09, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor – Meeting Room A&B
Movie PG, 112 minutes
Panera Cookies and Milk Storytime
Mon, Nov 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
Start your morning off right with stories, cookies and milk at Panera Bread Company.
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2019 at 12:00am
They Shall Not Grow Old (2018)
Mon, Nov 11, 11:00am - 1:00pm
1st floor – Meeting Room A&B
Movie R, 99 minutes
They Shall Not Grow Old (2018)
Mon, Nov 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor – Meeting Room A&B
Movie R, 99 minutes
LinkedIn: Create a Professional Profile
Mon, Nov 11, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
1st floor – Computer Classroom
Enhance your professional presence with a LinkedIn profile.
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2019 at 9:00am
Greyt Readers
Mon, Nov 11, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room
Readers practice their developing skills with a greyhound. Carefully read full description.
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2019 at 12:00am
Greyt Readers
Mon, Nov 11, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Readers practice their developing skills with a greyhound. Carefully read full description.
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2019 at 12:00am
Greyt Readers
Mon, Nov 11, 7:30pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room
Readers practice their developing skills with a greyhound. Carefully read full description.
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2019 at 12:00am
Preschool Stories
Tue, Nov 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-5 years and caregivers: Stories, activities, and a craft. Check in at the Youth Services Desk when you arrive. Drop-in event.
Excel Basics: Operations & Formatting
Tue, Nov 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor – Computer Classroom
Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's spreadsheet application.
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2019 at 9:00am
Bouncing Babies
Tue, Nov 12, 11:00am - 11:20am
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-23 months and caregivers: Introduce your baby to books, reading, and the library at this storytime! Drop-in event.
Youth Advisory Council (YAC)
Tue, Nov 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor – Meeting Room A&B
Grades 6-12. Help decide what teens do at the library. It's your library! Make it what you want it to be. Pizza and pop served.
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2019 at 12:00am
Hello, Google Drive
Tue, Nov 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor – Computer Classroom
Google Drive is a cloud storage service for Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides. Google/Gmail account required.
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2019 at 9:00am
Cafe Ole
Tue, Nov 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room
Hang out with your friends, eat cookies and sip on a cold or hot drink, and enjoy a different activity each time.
Tales for Twos
Wed, Nov 13, 10:00am - 10:20am
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Age 2 years and caregivers: Stories, activities, and a craft. Check in at the Youth Services Desk when you arrive. Drop-in event.
Preschool Stories
Wed, Nov 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-5 years and caregivers: Stories, activities, and a craft. Check in at the Youth Services Desk when you arrive. Drop-in event.
Tinley Tomes - Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman
Wed, Nov 13, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
1st floor – Meeting Room A
November's Wednesday Tomes selection is Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman.
Adobe Illustrator: Icons & Logos
Wed, Nov 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor – Computer Classroom
Learn the basics of Adobe Illustrator and gain experience designing a basic scalable vector graphic. Registrants should be comfortable using computers. Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2019 at 9:00am
Wiggle Worms - Owls
Wed, Nov 13, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
A fun activity is planned for you and your child. We will sing songs, read stories, play games and then do two fun crafts!
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2019 at 12:00am
Bouncing Babies
Thu, Nov 14, 10:00am - 10:20am
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-23 months and caregivers: Introduce your baby to books, reading, and the library at this storytime! Drop-in event.
Chair Yoga
Thu, Nov 14, 11:00am - 12:30pm
1st floor – Meeting Room A&B
Instructor Kathy Ruiter will guide you in gentle, non-strenuous chair exercises and meditation.
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2019 at 9:00am
Storybook Friends - Max & Ruby
Thu, Nov 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Spend an hour with your favorite picture book characters.
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2019 at 12:00am
Wee Readers
Thu, Nov 14, 6:30pm - 6:50pm
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-36 months and caregivers: Introduce your very young child to books, reading, and the library at this storytime! Drop-in event.
Word: Basics
Thu, Nov 14, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
1st floor – Computer Classroom
Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's word-processing software.
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2019 at 9:00am
Comics, Games, & More - Bring a friend night!
Thu, Nov 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room
You plan the themes surrounding comics, manga, pop culture, video games, and more. Snacks, games, and fun are included.
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2019 at 12:00am
Trivia Night
Thu, Nov 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us for a night of fun, facts, and friendly competition. This trivia night covers the hit television series, The Office. Maximum of six people per team. Sign up to reserve your spot!
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2019 at 9:00am
Digitize It: 8mm & Super 8 Reels
Fri, Nov 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor – Computer Classroom
Learn to digitize your 8 mm and Super 8 film. Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2019 at 9:00am
Tales for Twos
Fri, Nov 15, 10:00am - 10:20am
Age 2 years and caregivers: Stories, activities, and a craft. Check in at the Youth Services Desk when you arrive. Drop-in event.
Teen Movie Night - You Pick the Movie!
Fri, Nov 15, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room
From October 1 to November 8, you can visit Youth Services to vote for the movie you'd like to see! We'll announce the winner on social media and show the winning movie in the YA Program Room.
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2019 at 12:00am
Family Storytime
Sat, Nov 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Take a break from your busy morning and drop in for a fun half-hour of action and stories.
Minecraft & More
Sat, Nov 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Come play Minecraft Pocket Edition.
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2019 at 12:00am
Hello, Android
Mon, Nov 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor – Computer Classroom
Bring your phone or tablet to learn what makes Android unique.
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2019 at 9:00am
Remembering Marshall Field's
Mon, Nov 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor – Meeting Room A&B
Historian Leslie Goddard traces Marshall Field’s department store from the beginning as a dry good store in 1852 into a world-class fashion and service trendsetter and tourist destination.
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2019 at 9:00am
Preschool Stories
Tue, Nov 19, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-5 years and caregivers: Stories, activities, and a craft. Check in at the Youth Services Desk when you arrive. Drop-in event.
Bouncing Babies
Tue, Nov 19, 11:00am - 11:20am
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-23 months and caregivers: Introduce your baby to books, reading, and the library at this storytime! Drop-in event.
Joker's Wild Card Club
Tue, Nov 19, 11:00am - 1:00pm
1st floor – Meeting Room A
Meet up with others interested in playing various card games. For amusement only; no gambling permitted.
Excel: Home Budgeting
Tue, Nov 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor – Computer Classroom
Learn how Excel can help you create and maintain home budgets.
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2019 at 9:00am
Codebreakers
Tue, Nov 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
If you like cracking codes with nothing but paper, pencil, and brain power, then you'll surely like Codebreakers!
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2019 at 12:00am
Introduction to Google Docs & Sheets
Tue, Nov 19, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
1st floor – Computer Classroom
Learn about Google's free alternative to Microsoft Word and Excel. Google/Gmail account required.
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2019 at 9:00am
Mission Improvable
Tue, Nov 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room
Enjoy this hilarious performance from our teen improv troupe!
Tales for Twos
Wed, Nov 20, 10:00am - 10:20am
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Age 2 years and caregivers: Stories, activities, and a craft. Check in at the Youth Services Desk when you arrive. Drop-in event.
Tech Time - Drop-in Help
Wed, Nov 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor – Computer Classroom
Puzzled by technology? Bring your devices for 1-on-1 assistance.
Preschool Stories
Wed, Nov 20, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-5 years and caregivers: Stories, activities, and a craft. Check in at the Youth Services Desk when you arrive. Drop-in event.
Password Management
Wed, Nov 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor – Computer Classroom
Learn to create and store secure passwords.
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2019 at 9:00am
Art Explorers - Hand and Finger Painting
Wed, Nov 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Explore different artists, techniques, and styles through hands-on art projects.
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2019 at 12:00am
History of the NFL's Oldest Teams
Wed, Nov 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor – Meeting Room A&B
Join author Joe Ziemba to celebrate the National Football League’s 100th season with an unusual look at the strange early history of the oldest teams in the NFL: The Bears and the Cardinals.
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2019 at 9:00am
Bouncing Babies
Thu, Nov 21, 10:00am - 10:20am
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-23 months and caregivers: Introduce your baby to books, reading, and the library at this storytime! Drop-in event.
Digital Sound Recording
Thu, Nov 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor – Computer Classroom
Record your own oral history, music, or podcast. Registrants should be comfortable using computers. Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2019 at 9:00am
Stitch Club
Thu, Nov 21, 11:00am - 1:00pm
2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room
Open to anyone who wants to meet, mingle, and share tips on needlecraft projects. Bring your own supplies.
Tell Me a Story
Thu, Nov 21, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Everyone's a storyteller! Create and participate in wild, crazy, and funny stories.
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2019 at 12:00am
Wee Readers
Thu, Nov 21, 6:30pm - 6:50pm
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-36 months and caregivers: Introduce your very young child to books, reading, and the library at this storytime! Drop-in event.
Tales for Twos
Fri, Nov 22, 10:00am - 10:20am
Age 2 years and caregivers: Stories, activities, and a craft. Check in at the Youth Services Desk when you arrive. Drop-in event.
Windows 10: Basics
Fri, Nov 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor – Computer Classroom
Familiarize yourself with Microsoft's newest operating system.
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2019 at 9:00am
Family Pajamarama
Fri, Nov 22, 7:00pm - 7:45pm
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Families enjoy stories, songs, crafts and games. Children may come dressed for bedtime.
Digitize It: VHS Tapes
Sat, Nov 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor – Computer Classroom
Learn to digitize your VHS tapes. Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2019 at 9:00am
Share-a-Language - Arabic
Sat, Nov 23, 10:30am - 11:15am
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Enjoy children's stories and songs in diverse languages.
Eddie Korosa's November Fest
Sun, Nov 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor – Meeting Room A&B
Eddie Korosa and His Boys and a Gal return to celebrate this time of thanksgiving with a memorable show filled with polkas and old favorites.
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2019 at 9:00am
Creative Writing
Mon, Nov 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Use story prompts to write your own short story.
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2019 at 12:00am
Mah Jongg Club
Mon, Nov 25, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor – Meeting Room A
An instructor will be on hand to teach those new to the game.
League of Aspiring Writers
Mon, Nov 25, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
1st floor – Meeting Room B
Connect with other local writers, eager to improve their craft and help you improve yours.
Greyt Readers
Mon, Nov 25, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room
Readers practice their developing skills with a greyhound. Carefully read full description.
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2019 at 12:00am
Greyt Readers
Mon, Nov 25, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Readers practice their developing skills with a greyhound. Carefully read full description.
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2019 at 12:00am
Greyt Readers
Mon, Nov 25, 7:30pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room
Readers practice their developing skills with a greyhound. Carefully read full description.
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2019 at 12:00am
Preschool Stories
Tue, Nov 26, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-5 years and caregivers: Stories, activities, and a craft. Check in at the Youth Services Desk when you arrive. Drop-in event.
Bouncing Babies
Tue, Nov 26, 11:00am - 11:20am
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-23 months and caregivers: Introduce your baby to books, reading, and the library at this storytime! Drop-in event.
Teen Sushi Go! Tournament
Tue, Nov 26, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room
Compete for the title of Sushi Master in this friendly tournament!
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2019 at 12:00am
Tinley Tomes - Educated by Tara Westover
Tue, Nov 26, 7:30pm - 8:30pm
1st floor – Meeting Room A
November's Tuesday Tomes selection is Educated by Tara Westover.
Tales for Twos
Wed, Nov 27, 10:00am - 10:20am
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Age 2 years and caregivers: Stories, activities, and a craft. Check in at the Youth Services Desk when you arrive. Drop-in event.
Preschool Stories
Wed, Nov 27, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-5 years and caregivers: Stories, activities, and a craft. Check in at the Youth Services Desk when you arrive. Drop-in event.
Library Closed
Thu, Nov 28, All day
We will be closed.
Tales for Twos
Fri, Nov 29, 10:00am - 10:20am
Age 2 years and caregivers: Stories, activities, and a craft. Check in at the Youth Services Desk when you arrive. Drop-in event.
Fantastic Foam and More - an Absolute Science performance
Fri, Nov 29, 10:30am - 11:15am
1st floor – Meeting Room A&B
Amazing fun with science.
Registration opens Sunday, October 20 2019 at 12:00am
Family Fun Nights - Family Game Night
Fri, Nov 29, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Family Fun Nights, for children and their parents. Come to the library and spend some quality time with your family!
Tech Time - Drop-in Help
Mon, Dec 02, 9:30am - 11:00am
1st floor – Computer Classroom
Need help with your computer or mobile device? Bring your devices for 1-on-1 assistance. Drop-in event.
Winter Folktales from Around the World
Mon, Dec 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor – Meeting Room A&B
Join us to hear winter stories from Russia, Germany, Denmark, and celebrate the oral traditions of these cultures. Drop-in event.
Preschool Stories
Tue, Dec 03, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-5 years and caregivers: Stories, activities, and a craft. Check in at the Youth Services Desk when you arrive. Drop-in event.
Apple Devices: Basics
Tue, Dec 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor – Computer Classroom
Bring your iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch to learn more about Apple's mobile devices. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 20 2019 at 9:00am
Bouncing Babies
Tue, Dec 03, 11:00am - 11:20am
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-23 months and caregivers: Introduce your baby to books, reading, and the library at this storytime! Drop-in event.
Mah Jongg Club
Tue, Dec 03, 11:00am - 1:00pm
1st floor – Meeting Room A
An instructor will be on hand to teach those new to the game. Drop-in event.
Rebecca Caudill Book Club - The Blackthorn Key
Tue, Dec 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room
Grades 6-8: Discuss "The Blackthorn Key" by Kevin Sands from the Rebecca Caudill Young Readers' Book Award list. Snacks and drinks will be served. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 20 2019 at 12:00am
Tales for Twos
Wed, Dec 04, 10:00am - 10:20am
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Age 2 years and caregivers: Stories, activities, and a craft. Check in at the Youth Services Desk when you arrive. Drop-in event.
Build a Website
Wed, Dec 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor – Computer Classroom
Build websites and blogs with WordPress and HTML. Signup required, begins November 20 for all sessions in this series.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 20 2019 at 9:00am
Preschool Stories
Wed, Dec 04, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-5 years and caregivers: Stories, activities, and a craft. Check in at the Youth Services Desk when you arrive. Drop-in event.
Story Art - Snow Much Fun
Wed, Dec 04, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Grades K-1: Read a story and create a piece of art to take home. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 20 2019 at 12:00am
Holiday Starters / Hors d' Oevres
Wed, Dec 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor – Meeting Room A&B
Learn and sample some great "starters" for your holiday gatherings. Chef Michael Maddox will demonstrate some exciting canapés which will liven up your guests’ taste buds. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 20 2019 at 9:00am
Bouncing Babies
Thu, Dec 05, 10:00am - 10:20am
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-23 months and caregivers: Introduce your baby to books, reading, and the library at this storytime! Drop-in event.
White Christmas - Sponsored by the Friends of the Tinley Park Public Library
Thu, Dec 05, 11:00am - 6:00pm
Theater trip: White Christmas Venue: Theatre at the Center, Munster, IN. Ticket prices are $65 each, includes lunch, and transportation. See long description for details.
Stitch Club
Thu, Dec 05, 11:00am - 1:00pm
1st floor – Meeting Room A
Open to anyone who wants to meet, mingle, and share tips on needlecraft projects. Bring your own supplies. Drop-in event.
Digitize It: 8mm & Super 8 Reels
Thu, Dec 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor – Computer Classroom
Learn to digitize your 8 mm and Super 8 film. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 20 2019 at 9:00am
Bluestem Book Club - Wishtree by Katherine Applegate
Thu, Dec 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Grades 3-5: Discuss a nominee from the 2020 Bluestem List while enjoying a snack. We will close with a fun activity! Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 20 2019 at 12:00am
Wee Readers
Thu, Dec 05, 6:30pm - 6:50pm
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-36 months and caregivers: Introduce your very young child to books, reading, and the library at this storytime! Drop-in event.
Tales for Twos
Fri, Dec 06, 10:00am - 10:20am
Age 2 years and caregivers: Stories, activities, and a craft. Check in at the Youth Services Desk when you arrive. Drop-in event.
Cloud Storage: Basics
Fri, Dec 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor – Computer Classroom
Learn the benefits and drawbacks of cloud storage. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 20 2019 at 9:00am
Build a LEGO Electric Guitar
Fri, Dec 06, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room
Grades 6-12: Build a playable electric guitar made out of LEGOs using the LEGO Mindstorms EV3 kit. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 20 2019 at 9:00am
Magazine Giveaway
Sat, Dec 07, All day
Lobby
On the first Saturday of the month the library puts out the magazines that have been discarded during the prior month.
Windows 10: Basics
Sat, Dec 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor – Computer Classroom
Familiarize yourself with Microsoft's newest operating system. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 20 2019 at 9:00am
Share-a-Language Storytime - Spanish
Sat, Dec 07, 10:30am - 11:15am
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-8 years and caregivers: Enjoy children's stories and songs in diverse languages. Drop-in event.
Panera Cookies and Milk Storytime
Mon, Dec 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ages 3-5 years and caregivers: Start the morning off right with stories, songs, and cookies and milk at Panera Bread Company. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 20 2019 at 12:00am
Movie: Poms
Mon, Dec 09, 11:00am - 1:00pm
1st floor – Meeting Room A&B
2019 | PG-13 | 91 minutes | comedy, drama
Movie: Poms
Mon, Dec 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor – Meeting Room A&B
2019 | PG-13 | 91 minutes | comedy, drama
Ancestry.com: Basics
Mon, Dec 09, 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 Wednesday, November 20 2019 at 9:00am
PowerPoint: Basics
Mon, Dec 09, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
1st floor – Computer Classroom
Learn how to create Microsoft PowerPoint slideshows with dynamic features to spice up your presentations. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 20 2019 at 9:00am
Preschool Stories
Tue, Dec 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-5 years and caregivers: Stories, activities, and a craft. Check in at the Youth Services Desk when you arrive. Drop-in event.
Bouncing Babies
Tue, Dec 10, 11:00am - 11:20am
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-23 months and caregivers: Introduce your baby to books, reading, and the library at this storytime! Drop-in event.
Make Your Own Zine
Tue, Dec 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Grades 4-5: Make a homemade magazine (Zine) with us. Your zine can be about literally ANYTHING, so bring your creativity with you. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 20 2019 at 12:00am
Youth Advisory Council (YAC)
Tue, Dec 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor – Meeting Room A&B
Grades 6-12: Help plan what teens do at the library! Pizza and pop served. Signup required.
Cafe Ole - Teen Hangout
Tue, Dec 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room
Grades 6-12: Hang out with friends, eat cookies, sip on a cold or hot drink, and enjoy a different activity each time. Drop-in event.
Tales for Twos
Wed, Dec 11, 10:00am - 10:20am
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Age 2 years and caregivers: Stories, activities, and a craft. Check in at the Youth Services Desk when you arrive. Drop-in event.
Preschool Stories
Wed, Dec 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-5 years and caregivers: Stories, activities, and a craft. Check in at the Youth Services Desk when you arrive. Drop-in event.
Wiggle Worms - Twinkle Twinkle
Wed, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 2-3 years and caregivers: A fun activity is planned for you and your child. We will sing songs, read stories, play games, and then do two fun crafts! Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 20 2019 at 12:00am
Excel: Basics
Wed, Dec 11, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
1st floor – Computer Classroom
Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's spreadsheet application. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 20 2019 at 9:00am
Tinley Movie Club - Double Indemnity
Wed, Dec 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor – Meeting Room A&B
1944 | Not Rated | 107 min | Film Noir, Crime, Drama Watch at home and come to the library to discuss on December 11. Drop-in event.
Bouncing Babies
Thu, Dec 12, 10:00am - 10:20am
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-23 months and caregivers: Introduce your baby to books, reading, and the library at this storytime! Drop-in event.
Digitize It: Photos & Slides
Thu, Dec 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor – Computer Classroom
Learn to digitize your photos and slides. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 20 2019 at 9:00am
Chair Yoga
Thu, Dec 12, 11:00am - 12:30pm
1st floor – Meeting Room A&B
Instructor Kathy Ruiter will guide you in gentle, non-strenuous chair exercises and meditation. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 20 2019 at 9:00am
Storybook Friends - Gingerbread Men
Thu, Dec 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Grades K-1: Spend an hour with your favorite picture book characters. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 20 2019 at 12:00am
Word: Basics
Thu, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor – Computer Classroom
Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's word-processing software. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 20 2019 at 9:00am
Wee Readers
Thu, Dec 12, 6:30pm - 6:50pm
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Ages 3-36 months and caregivers: Introduce your very young child to books, reading, and the library at this storytime! Drop-in event.
Comics, Games, & More - Paint Your Own
Thu, Dec 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room
Grades 6-12: You plan the themes surrounding comics, manga, pop culture, video games and more. Snacks, games, and fun are included. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 20 2019 at 12:00am
Tales for Twos
Fri, Dec 13, 10:00am - 10:20am
Age 2 years and caregivers: Stories, activities, and a craft. Check in at the Youth Services Desk when you arrive. Drop-in event.
Excel: Pivot Tables
Fri, Dec 13, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
1st floor – Computer Classroom
Learn how to use pivot tables to summarize key data from a larger spreadsheet. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 20 2019 at 9:00am
Family Storytime
Sat, Dec 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Families: Take a break from your busy morning and drop in for a fun half-hour of action and stories. Drop-in event.
Excel: Home Budgeting
Sat, Dec 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor – Computer Classroom
Learn how Excel can help you create and maintain home budgets. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 20 2019 at 9:00am
Minecraft and More
Sat, Dec 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room
Grades 2-3: Play Minecraft and other world exploring games on the iPad. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 20 2019 at 12:00am
Digitize It: VHS Tapes
Mon, Dec 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor – Computer Classroom
Learn to digitize your VHS tapes. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 20 2019 at 9:00am
Greyt Readers
Mon, Dec 16, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room
Grades K-2: Readers practice their developing skills with a greyhound. Signup required, please read full event description carefully for details.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 20 2019 at 12:00am
Greyt Readers
Mon, Dec 16, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Grades K-2: Readers practice their developing skills with a greyhound. Signup required, please read full event description carefully for details.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 20 2019 at 12:00am
Greyt Readers
Mon, Dec 16, 7:30pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room
Grades K-2: Readers practice their developing skills with a greyhound. Signup required, please read full event description carefully for details.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 20 2019 at 12:00am
Google Photos
Tue, Dec 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor – Computer Classroom
Back up photos to the cloud with Google Photos. Google/Gmail account required. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 20 2019 at 9:00am
Joker's Wild Card Club
Tue, Dec 17, 11:00am - 1:00pm
1st floor – Meeting Room A
Meet up with others interested in playing various card games. For amusement only; no gambling permitted. Drop-in event.
Skill Building with LinkedIn Learning
Tue, Dec 17, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
1st floor – Computer Classroom
LinkedIn Learning offers self-paced training to enhance or develop your skill set. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 20 2019 at 9:00am
Teen Meditation Night
Tue, Dec 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room
Grades 6-12: Try guided meditation with the Calm app. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 20 2019 at 12:00am
Tech Time - Drop-in Help
Wed, Dec 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor – Computer Classroom
Need help with your computer or mobile device? Bring your devices for 1-on-1 assistance. Drop-in-event.
Cut the Cable Cord
Wed, Dec 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor – Meeting Room A&B
Learn about streaming services like Netflix and Hulu, and streaming devices like Apple TV and Roku. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 20 2019 at 9:00am
Art Explorers - All that Glitters
Wed, Dec 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room
Grades 2-3: Explore different artists, techniques, and styles through hands-on art projects. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 20 2019 at 12:00am
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