Storybook Friends

Thu, Sep 19, 10:00am - 10:20am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Storytime for 3-23 months and parent. Introduce your baby to books, reading, and the library! No signup required.

Thu, Sep 19, 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.

PowerPoint: Basics

Thu, Sep 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

Registration is now closed

Hole Punch Art

Thu, Sep 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Make a unique, colorful project with simple hole-punched paper. We'll have a "hole" lot of fun turning scraps into art.

This event is full

Thu, Sep 19, 6:30pm - 6:50pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Storytime for very young children and parents Introduce your baby to books, reading, and the library! No registration required.

Fri, Sep 20, 10:00am - 10:20am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Stories, activities, and a craft for 2 year olds with parents. No registration required. Sign in at the Youth Services Desk prior to start time.

Canceled

Art Techniques - Drawing Optical Illusions

Fri, Sep 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Familiarize yourself with Microsoft's latest operating system.

Family Pajamarama

Fri, Sep 20, 7:00pm - 7:45pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Families enjoy stories, songs, crafts and games. Children may come dressed for bedtime.

Fri, Sep 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Learn the precise art of drawing optical illusions.

This event is full

Documentary Film: Apollo 11

Sat, Sep 21, 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.

Sat, Sep 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

G, 113 minutes

Peace Day Stories & Crafts

Sat, Sep 21, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Come in for a read aloud of books and crafts highlighting peace.

Ancestry.com Basics

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

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

This event is full

Professional Skill Building with Lynda.com

Mon, Sep 23, 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

Mon, Sep 23, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Lynda.com offers self-paced training to enhance or develop your skill set.

This event is full

Trivia Night

Mon, Sep 23, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Join us for a night of fun, facts, and friendly competition. This trivia nights cover everything from A-Z. Maximum of six people per team. Sign up to reserve your spot!

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

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Readers practice their developing skills with a greyhound. Carefully read full description.

This event is full

Mon, Sep 23, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Readers practice their developing skills with a greyhound. Carefully read full description.

This event is full

Mon, Sep 23, 7:30pm - 8:00pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Readers practice their developing skills to a greyhound. Carefully read full description.

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

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Stories, activities, and a craft for 3-5 year olds with parents. No registration required. Sign in at the Youth Services Desk prior to start time.

Tinley Tomes - An American Marriage by Tayari Jones

Tue, Sep 24, 11:00am - 11:20am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Storytime for 3-23 months and parent. Introduce your baby to books, reading, and the library! No signup required.

Photoshop 'til You Drop

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

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Enhance your photos with Adobe Photoshop. Registrants should be comfortable using computers. Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.

This event is full

Mission Improvable

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

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Enjoy this hilarious performance by our teen improv troupe!

Tue, Sep 24, 7:30pm - 8:30pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A

September's Tuesday Tomes selection is An American Marriage by Tayari Jones.

Wed, Sep 25, 10:00am - 10:20am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Stories, activities, and a craft for 2 year olds with parents. No registration required. Sign in at the Youth Services Desk prior to start time.

Wed, Sep 25, 10:00am - 11:00am

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Learn to digitize your VHS tapes. Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.

This event is full

Leonardo da Vinci’s Female Portraits

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

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Stories, activities, and a craft for 3-5 year olds with parents. No registration required. Sign in at the Youth Services Desk prior to start time.

Two Truths & a Lie

Wed, Sep 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

This is an old game with a new twist. Let's figure this out as a group!

This event is full

Two Truths & a Lie

Wed, Sep 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

This is an old game with a new twist. Let's figure this out as a group!

Wed, Sep 25, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Daniele Macuglia, from the University of Chicago and Art Institute of Chicago, focuses on Leonardo’s technical ability to render the human body and capture the psychological side of those he depicted.

Thu, Sep 26, 10:00am - 10:20am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Storytime for 3-23 months and parent. Introduce your baby to books, reading, and the library! No signup required.

Thu, Sep 26, 11:00am - 12:30pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Instructor Kathy Ruiter will guide you in gentle, non-strenuous chair exercises and meditation.

This event is full

Excel: Pivot Tables

Thu, Sep 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Learn how to use pivot tables to summarize key data from a larger spreadsheet.

This event is full

Thu, Sep 26, 6:30pm - 6:50pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Storytime for very young children and parents Introduce your baby to books, reading, and the library! No registration required.

Aesop's Fables - a Histories for Kids performance

Fri, Sep 27, 10:00am - 10:20am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Stories, activities, and a craft for 2 year olds with parents. No registration required. Sign in at the Youth Services Desk prior to start time.

Fri, Sep 27, 10:30am - 11:15am

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Meet famous fables in person!

Family Fun Nights: Movie Night - Wonder Park (PG)

Fri, Sep 27, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Come to the library and spend some quality time with your family!

Share-a-Language - Arabic

Sat, Sep 28, 10:30am - 11:15am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Enjoy children's stories and songs in diverse languages.

Cut the Cable Cord

Sat, Sep 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

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

This event is full

White Christmas Ticket Sales - Sponsored by the Friends of the Tinley Park Public Library

Mon, Sep 30, 9:00am - 11:00am

1st floor – Meeting Room A

Theater trip: White Christmas Venue: Theatre at the Center, Munster, IN Thursday, December 5, 2019 Ticket prices are $65 each, includes lunch, and transportation. See long description for details.

Digitize It: Photos & Slides

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

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Learn to digitize your photos and slides. Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.

This event is full

Mon, Sep 30, 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

League of Aspiring Writers

Mon, Sep 30, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A

Whether you are an experienced player or newbie, now is your chance to play mah jongg at the library. An instructor will be on hand to teach those new to the game.

Mon, Sep 30, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room B

Connect with other local writers, eager to improve their craft and help you improve yours.

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

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Stories, activities, and a craft for 3-5 year olds with parents. No registration required. Sign in at the Youth Services Desk prior to start time.

Tue, Oct 01, 11:00am - 11:20am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Storytime for 3-23 months and parent. Introduce your baby to books, reading, and the library! No signup required.

Rebecca Caudill Book Club - Serafina and the Black Cloak

Tue, Oct 01, 11:00am - 1:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A

An instructor will be on hand to teach those new to the game.

Tue, Oct 01, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Discuss "Serafina and the Black Cloak" by Robert Beatty from the Rebecca Caudill Young Readers' Book Award list. Snacks and drinks will be served.

Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 12:00am

Wed, Oct 02, 10:00am - 10:20am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Stories, activities, and a craft for 2 year olds with parents. No registration required. Sign in at the Youth Services Desk prior to start time.

Story Art - Nocturnal Animals

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

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Stories, activities, and a craft for 3-5 year olds with parents. No registration required. Sign in at the Youth Services Desk prior to start time.

Wed, Oct 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Read a story and create a piece of art to take home.

Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 12:00am

The Anatomical Drawings of Leonardo da Vinci

Wed, Oct 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Daniele Macuglia, from the University of Chicago and Art Institute of Chicago, will give an overview of the major contributions that Leonardo made to early modern anatomy.

Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 9:00am

Thu, Oct 03, 10:00am - 10:20am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Storytime for 3-23 months and parent. Introduce your baby to books, reading, and the library! No signup required.

Bluestem Book Club - "Lesser Spotted Animals" by Martin Brown

Thu, Oct 03, 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, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Build websites and blogs using WordPress.

Thu, Oct 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Discuss a nominees from the 2020 Bluestem List while enjoying a snack. We will close with a fun activity!

Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 12:00am

Thu, Oct 03, 6:30pm - 6:50pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Storytime for very young children and parents Introduce your baby to books, reading, and the library! No registration required.

Word: Basics

Thu, Oct 03, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 9:00am

Sensory Storytime - Forest Friends

Fri, Oct 04, 10:00am - 10:20am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Stories, activities, and a craft for 2 year olds with parents. No registration required. Sign in at the Youth Services Desk prior to start time.

Hello, Android

Fri, Oct 04, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 9:00am

I Love Fall

Fri, Oct 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Celebrate the fall with fun craft projects and seasonal treats and drinks!

Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 12:00am

Magazine Giveaway

Sat, Oct 05, All day

Lobby

On the first Saturday of the month the library puts out the magazines that have been discarded during the prior month.

Sat, Oct 05, 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.

Breakthrough

Sat, Oct 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Movie PG, 116 minutes

Act It Up

Sat, Oct 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Role-play The Game of Life.

Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 12:00am

Money Smart Book Group - Playing with FIRE by Scott Rieckens

Sat, Oct 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

The Fall selection is Playing with FIRE (Financial Independence Retire Early) by Scott Rieckens .

Digitize It: 8mm & Super 8 Reels

Mon, Oct 07, 9:30am - 11:00am

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Puzzled by technology? Bring your devices for 1-on-1 assistance.

Mon, Oct 07, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Learn to digitize your 8 mm and Super 8 film. Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.

Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 9:00am

Cultural Diversity Around the World

Mon, Oct 07, 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

Mon, Oct 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Jeanne Roppolo takes you around the world through her travel experiences, broadening your knowledge and understanding of human beings as we peer into various traditions and find our common ground.

Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 9:00am

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

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Stories, activities, and a craft for 3-5 year olds with parents. No registration required. Sign in at the Youth Services Desk prior to start time.

Youth Advisory Council (YAC)

Tue, Oct 08, 11:00am - 11:20am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Storytime for 3-23 months and parent. Introduce your baby to books, reading, and the library! No signup required.

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

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Help plan what teens do at the library! Pizza and pop served.

Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 12:00am

PowerPoint: Basics

Tue, Oct 08, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 9:00am

Cafe Ole

Tue, Oct 08, 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.

Wed, Oct 09, 10:00am - 10:20am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Stories, activities, and a craft for 2 year olds with parents. No registration required. Sign in at the Youth Services Desk prior to start time.

Tinley Tomes - Code Name: Lise by Larry Loftis

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

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Stories, activities, and a craft for 3-5 year olds with parents. No registration required. Sign in at the Youth Services Desk prior to start time.

Medicare Part D

Wed, Oct 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room B

An overview of the Medicare Prescription Drug program.

Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 9:00am

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

1st floor – Meeting Room A

October's Wednesday Tomes selection is Code Name: Lise by Larry Loftis.

Wiggle Worms - Pumpkins

Wed, Oct 09, 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 Friday, September 20 2019 at 12:00am

Excel Intermediate: Functions & Charts

Wed, Oct 09, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Learn intermediate level functions, and applying limits to cells.

Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 9:00am

Thu, Oct 10, 10:00am - 10:20am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Storytime for 3-23 months and parent. Introduce your baby to books, reading, and the library! No signup required.

Excel Basics: Operations & Formatting

Thu, Oct 10, 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

Thu, Oct 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's spreadsheet application.

Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 9:00am

Storybook Friends - Dragon Favorites

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

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Spend an hour with your favorite picture book characters.

Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 12:00am

Comics, Games, & More - Halloween treats and Fortnite

Thu, Oct 10, 6:30pm - 6:50pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Storytime for very young children and parents Introduce your baby to books, reading, and the library! No registration required.

Thu, Oct 10, 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 Friday, September 20 2019 at 12:00am

21 (Almost) Free Things to do in Chicago

Thu, Oct 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Whether you're on a budget or splurging, there’s plenty to do in Chicago that are free or cheap!

Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 9:00am

Share-a-Language - Spanish

Fri, Oct 11, 10:00am - 10:20am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Stories, activities, and a craft for 2 year olds with parents. No registration required. Sign in at the Youth Services Desk prior to start time.

Sat, Oct 12, 10:30am - 11:15am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Enjoy children's stories and songs in diverse languages.

Die Musikmeisters Band

Sun, Oct 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Mike Knauf in concert

Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 9:00am

Panera Cookies and Milk Storytime

Mon, Oct 14, 10:00am - 10:30am

Start your morning off right with stories, cookies and milk at Panera Bread Company.

Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 12:00am

The Tomorrow Man (2019)

Mon, Oct 14, 11:00am - 1:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Movie PG-13, 94 minutes

The Tomorrow Man (2019)

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

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Movie PG-13, 94 minutes

Mon, Oct 14, 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

Excel: Simple Financial Report

Mon, Oct 14, 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

Mon, Oct 14, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Learn how to use Excel to create a profit/loss projection based on production costs and sales information.

Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 9:00am

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

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Readers practice their developing skills with a greyhound. Carefully read full description.

Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 12:00am

Mon, Oct 14, 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

Joker's Wild Card Club

Tue, Oct 15, 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.

Gamers Gabfest

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

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Talk with other teens about video games.

Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 12:00am

Dead People in Illinois

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

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

In celebration of Halloween, John Lynn shares his exploration of hundreds of Illinois cemeteries to find interesting graves, headstones, intriguing lives and deaths in this "underground" presentation.

Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 9:00am

Fall Fest

Thu, Oct 17, 10:30am - 11:15am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Create a pumpkin masterpiece with your preschooler to display at the library!

Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 12:00am

Thu, Oct 17, 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.

Tinley Tomes - Ghost a la Mode by Sue Ann Jaffarian

Thu, Oct 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Learn to digitize your VHS tapes. Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.

Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 9:00am

Make a Monster

Thu, Oct 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Design and create your own monster.

Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 12:00am

Thu, Oct 17, 7:30pm - 8:30pm

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

October's Thursday Tomes selection is Ghost a la Mode by Sue Ann Jaffarian.

Family Pajamarama

Fri, Oct 18, 7:00pm - 7:45pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Families enjoy stories, songs, crafts and games. Children may come dressed for bedtime.

Teen Paint 'n' Sip - Fall Landscapes

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

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Follow step-by-step instructions to create an original work of art while enjoying a tasty drink!

Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 12:00am

FAFSA Completion Workshop

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

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Moraine Valley Community College Financial Aid Staff will be on hand to provide individual help with filing the 2020-2021 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 9:00am

FAFSA Completion Workshop

Sat, Oct 19, 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.

Sat, Oct 19, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Moraine Valley Community College Financial Aid Staff will be on hand to provide individual help with filing the 2020-2021 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 9:00am

Let's Play

Sat, Oct 19, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Try out new app games!

Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 12:00am

Let's Play

Sat, Oct 19, 3:00pm - 3:45pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Try out new app games!

Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 12:00am

Domestic Violence Awareness

Mon, Oct 21, 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

"Sew" Simple

Mon, Oct 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Learn a few simple stitches and create a candy corn pillow. All supplies provided.

Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 12:00am

Mon, Oct 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

The Crisis Center for South Suburbia (CCSS) will inform us about the warning signs of domestic violence and ways to provide support to a friend or loved one to get the help they may need.

Create with Me - Fall Memories

Tue, Oct 22, 10:30am - 11:15am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Your child and their favorite adult will create a keepsake art project.

Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 12:00am

Sharks Galore

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

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

You will have a "fin"-tastic time with shark-themed games, stories, and a craft. It's shark shenanigans for everyone.

Registration opens Friday, September 20 2019 at 12:00am

Digitize It: Photos & Slides

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

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Puzzled by technology? Bring your devices for 1-on-1 assistance.

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

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

Introduction to Cloud Storage

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

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.

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

League of Aspiring Writers

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.

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

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

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

Digitize It: Vinyl Audio Restoration

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

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

Winston Churchill: - Greatest Statesman of the Twentieth Century

Mon, Nov 04, 9:30am - 11:00am

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Puzzled by technology? Bring your devices for 1-on-1 assistance.

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

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.

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.

Rebecca Caudill Book Club - Slider

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

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

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.

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.

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.

Bluestem Book Club - "You Go First" by Erin Entrada Kelly

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.

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

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.

Share-a-Language - Spanish

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

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

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

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

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

Excel Basics: Operations & Formatting

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.

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

Youth Advisory Council (YAC)

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.

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.

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.

Tinley Tomes - Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman

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.

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

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.

Storybook Friends - Max & Ruby

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

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

Comics, Games, & More - Bring a friend night!

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

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

Teen Movie Night - You Pick the Movie!

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.

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

Remembering Marshall Field's

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

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

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.

Introduction to Google Docs & Sheets

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

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!

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.

Wed, Nov 20, 10:00am - 11:00am

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Puzzled by technology? Bring your devices for 1-on-1 assistance.

Art Explorers - Hand and Finger Painting

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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.

Share-a-Language - Arabic

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

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

League of Aspiring Writers

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.

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.

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

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

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

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.

Teen Sushi Go! Tournament

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.

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.

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.

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.

Fantastic Foam and More - an Absolute Science performance

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.

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!

Winter Folktales from Around the World

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.

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.

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

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.

Rebecca Caudill Book Club - The Blackthorn Key

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.

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

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

Story Art - Snow Much Fun

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.

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

White Christmas - Sponsored by the Friends of the Tinley Park Public Library

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.

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.

Digitize It: 8mm & Super 8 Reels

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.

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

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.

Build a LEGO Electric Guitar

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

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.

Share-a-Language Storytime - Spanish

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

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

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.

Youth Advisory Council (YAC)

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

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.

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.

Wiggle Worms - Twinkle Twinkle

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.

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.

Digitize It: Photos & Slides

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.

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

Storybook Friends - Gingerbread Men

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

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

Comics, Games, & More - Paint Your Own

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Skill Building with LinkedIn Learning

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.

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