Minecraft & More

Tue, Nov 19, 10:00am - 10:30am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Enjoy stories, activities, and a craft for 3-5 year olds with adult(s). No registration required. Sign in at the Youth Services Desk prior to start time.

Introduction to Google Docs & Sheets

Tue, Nov 19, 11:00am - 11:20am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 3-23 months with adult(s). 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.

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!

This event is full

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.

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 with adult(s): Join us for 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

Enjoy stories, activities, and a craft for 3-5 year olds with adult(s). No registration required. Sign in at the Youth Services Desk prior to start time.

Password Management

Wed, Nov 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Learn to create and store secure passwords.

Wed, Nov 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Explore different artists, techniques, and styles through hands-on art projects.

This event is full

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.

Thu, Nov 21, 10:00am - 10:20am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 3-23 months with adult(s): 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.

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.

This event is full

Thu, Nov 21, 6:30pm - 6:50pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 3-36 months with adult(s): 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 with adult(s): Join us for 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.

This event is full

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.

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.

Creative Writing

Mon, Nov 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Use story prompts to write your own short story.

This event is full

League of Aspiring Writers

Mon, Nov 25, 6:00pm - 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, 6:00pm - 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 - 7:00pm

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

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

This event is full

Mon, Nov 25, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

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

This event is full

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.

This event is full

Tue, Nov 26, 10:00am - 10:30am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Enjoy stories, activities, and a craft for 3-5 year olds with adult(s). No registration required. Sign in at the Youth Services Desk prior to start time.

Teen Sushi Go! Tournament

Tue, Nov 26, 11:00am - 11:20am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 3-23 months with adult(s). 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!

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 with adult(s): Join us for 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

Enjoy stories, activities, and a craft for 3-5 year olds with adult(s). No registration required. Sign in at the Youth Services Desk prior to start time.

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 with adult(s): Join us for 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.

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, and 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

Enjoy stories, activities, and a craft for 3-5 year olds with adult(s). No registration required. Sign in at the Youth Services Desk prior to start time.

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 with adult(s). 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 with adult(s): Join us for 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 begins on 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

Enjoy stories, activities, and a craft for 3-5 year olds with adult(s). No registration required. Sign in at the Youth Services Desk prior to start time.

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

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 - Sold Out - 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 with adult(s): Introduce your baby to books, reading, and the library at this storytime! Drop-in event.

Thu, Dec 05, 11:00am - 6:00pm

Theater trip is SOLD OUT 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: 8 mm & 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 with adult(s): 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 with adult(s): Join us for 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

Canceled

Sat, Dec 07, 10:30am - 11:15am

Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): 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 with adult(s): 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 Screening: Poms

Mon, Dec 09, 11:00am - 1:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

2019 | PG-13 | 91 minutes | comedy, drama

Movie Screening: Poms

Mon, Dec 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

2019 | PG-13 | 91 minutes | comedy, drama

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

Enjoy stories, activities, and a craft for 3-5 year olds with adult(s). No registration required. Sign in at the Youth Services Desk prior to start time.

Youth Advisory Council (YAC)

Tue, Dec 10, 11:00am - 11:20am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 3-23 months with adult(s). 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 with adult(s): Join us for 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

Enjoy stories, activities, and a craft for 3-5 year olds with adult(s). No registration required. Sign in at the Youth Services Desk prior to start time.

Wed, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 2-3 years with adult(s): 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

Holiday Ornaments

Wed, Dec 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Enjoy the evening learning to create faux stained glass ornaments out of affordable craft supplies, such as acrylic paint and melted crayon. Give them as gift or add to your own holiday decor.

Registration opens Wednesday, November 20 2019 at 9:00am

Movie Discussion Group - Double Indemnity

Wed, Dec 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Watch at home and come to the library to discuss on December 11. Drop-in event. 1944 | Not Rated | 107 min | Film Noir, Crime, Drama

Digitize It: Photos & Slides

Thu, Dec 12, 10:00am - 10:20am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 3-23 months with adult(s): 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

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

Comics, Games, & More - Paint Your Own

Thu, Dec 12, 6:30pm - 6:50pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 3-36 months with adult(s): 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

Movie Screening - Bethany Hamilton: Unstoppable

Fri, Dec 13, 10:00am - 10:20am

Age 2 years with adult(s): Join us for 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.

Sat, Dec 14, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

2019 | PG | 98 minutes | Documentary Drop-in event.

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

History of the Chicago Auto Show

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, 11:00am - 12:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Enjoy this fascinating video presentation on the history of the Chicago Auto Show presented by historian Mitch Frumkin. Attendees may enter a drawing for 2020 Chicago Auto Show tickets. Drop-in event.

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 Lynda.com

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

Lynda.com 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

Art Explorers - All that Glitters is Snow

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

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

Book Discussion - Elevation by Stephen King

Thu, Dec 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. Drop-in event.

Super "Snow" Fun

Thu, Dec 19, 11:00am - 11:45am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 3-5 years with adult(s): There's lots of fun to be had on this "Snow Day" at the library with your preschooler! Signup required.

Registration opens Wednesday, November 20 2019 at 12:00am

Thu, Dec 19, 7:30pm - 8:30pm

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Genre: Thriller fiction. Drop-in event.

Adobe Photoshop: Basics

Fri, Dec 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Learn to enhance your photos with Adobe Photoshop. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.

Registration opens Wednesday, November 20 2019 at 9:00am

Family Pajamarama

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

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Join us for nighttime storytime with crafts and games! Kids may come dressed for bedtime. Drop-in event.

Share-a-Language Storytime - Arabic

Sat, Dec 21, 10:30am - 11:15am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Enjoy children's stories and songs in diverse languages. Drop-in event.

Android: Basics

Sat, Dec 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

Registration opens Wednesday, November 20 2019 at 9:00am

Tue, Dec 24, All day

We will be closed.

Family Movie Night - The Secret Life of Pets 2

Wed, Dec 25, All day

We will be closed.

Canceled

DIY Clay Charms

Thu, Dec 26, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Grades 3-5: Learn how to make your own clay charms! Signup required.

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

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Families: Come to the library and spend some quality time with your family! Drop-in event.

Sensory Storytime - Gingerbread Fun!

Sat, Dec 28, 10:30am - 11:30am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 3-8 with adult(s): Children of all abilities participate at their own pace in this storytime designed for children with sensory needs. Drop-in event.

Team Power

Mon, Dec 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Grades 3-5: See what you can achieve when you work together! Signup required.

Registration opens Wednesday, November 20 2019 at 12:00am

Mon, Dec 30, 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 30, 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

Mon, Dec 30, 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

Tue, Dec 31, All day

We will be closed.

Fantasy & Sci-Fi Book Group - Circe by Madeline Miller

Thu, Jan 02, 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.

New Year's Party at Noon

Thu, Jan 02, 11:30am - 12:30pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Grades 2-3: We will be counting down to noon! The celebration goes on, and the fun never stops. Signup required.

Registration opens Friday, December 20 2019 at 12:00pm

Create with Me

Fri, Jan 03, 10:00am - 10:45am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 2-5 years with adult(s): Your child and their favorite adult will create a keepsake art project. Signup required.

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

ScribbleMonster!

Fri, Jan 03, 11:00am - 11:45am

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Families: Jump and jam at a creative play music concert presented by ScribbleMonster! Signup required.

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

Fri, Jan 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A

January's selection is "Circe" by Madeline Miller. Drop-in event.

Magazine Giveaway

Sat, Jan 04, All day

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, Jan 04, 10:30am - 11:15am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Enjoy children's stories and songs in diverse languages. Drop-in event.

Digitize It: Photos & Slides

Sat, Jan 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Learn to digitize your photos and slides. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.

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

Mon, Jan 06, 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.

The Defense of Bastogne

Mon, Jan 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Join battlefield expert Robert Mueller in reviewing individual contributions to defeat Hitler's 1944 Winter Offense. Drop-in event.

Mon, Jan 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Grades 2-3: Experience a new, fun math activity each week for 8 weeks. Have a blast learning the math behind exciting activities! Signup required.

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

Tue, Jan 07, 10:00am - 10:30am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Enjoy stories, activities, and a craft for 3-5 year olds with adult(s). No registration required. Sign in at the Youth Services Desk prior to start time.

Tue, Jan 07, 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 - Piecing Me Together

Tue, Jan 07, 11:00am - 11:20am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 3-23 months with adult(s): Introduce your baby to books, reading, and the library at this storytime! Drop-in event.

PowerPoint: Basics

Tue, Jan 07, 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 Friday, December 20 2019 at 9:00am

Tue, Jan 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Grades 6-8: Discuss "Piecing Me Together" by Renee Watson from the Rebecca Caudill Young Readers' Book Award list. Snacks and drinks will be served. Signup required.

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

Build a Website

Wed, Jan 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Build websites and blogs with WordPress and HTML. Signup begins on November 20 for all sessions in this series.

Registration opens Wednesday, November 20 2019 at 9:00am

Wed, Jan 08, 10:00am - 10:20am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Age 2 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. Check in at the Youth Services Desk when you arrive. Drop-in event.

Book Discussion - The Wedding Date by Jasmine Guillory

Wed, Jan 08, 11:00am - 11:30am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Enjoy stories, activities, and a craft for 3-5 year olds with adult(s). No registration required. Sign in at the Youth Services Desk prior to start time.

Wed, Jan 08, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A

Genre: Romance fiction. Drop-in event.

Story Art - Lunar New Year

Wed, Jan 08, 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 Friday, December 20 2019 at 12:00am

Movie Discussion Group - The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford

Wed, Jan 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Watch at home and come to the library to discuss on January 8. Drop-in event. 2007 | R | 160 min | Biography, History, Western

Digitize It: 8 mm & Super 8 Reels

Wed, Jan 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Grades 6-12: This seven week long acting workshop focuses on improvisation skills. Signup required.

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

Thu, Jan 09, 10:00am - 11:00am

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 Friday, December 20 2019 at 9:00am

Bluestem Book Club - Dazzle Ships by Chris Barton

Thu, Jan 09, 10:00am - 10:20am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 3-23 months with adult(s): Introduce your baby to books, reading, and the library at this storytime! Drop-in event.

Chair Yoga

Thu, Jan 09, 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 Friday, December 20 2019 at 9:00am

Thu, Jan 09, 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 Friday, December 20 2019 at 12:00am

Bullet Journaling for Beginners

Thu, Jan 09, 6:30pm - 6:50pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 3-36 months with adult(s): Introduce your very young child to books, reading, and the library at this storytime! Drop-in event.

Thu, Jan 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Want to try bullet journaling, but are too intimidated by the museum quality examples on Pinterest? Learn the basics of bullet journaling, including sample layouts and possible uses.

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

Comics, Games, & More - Board and Card Game Hangout

Thu, Jan 09, 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 Friday, December 20 2019 at 12:00am

Cloud Storage: Basics

Fri, Jan 10, 10:00am - 11:00am

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Learn the benefits and drawbacks of cloud storage. Signup required.

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

Panera Cookies and Milk Storytime

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

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Age 2 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. Check in at the Youth Services Desk when you arrive. Drop-in event.

Excel: Basics

Fri, Jan 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's spreadsheet application. Signup required.

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

Movement and Games

Fri, Jan 10, 6:30pm - 7:15pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Grades K-1: Love relay races? Eager to play a game or two? This program is for you! Signup required.

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

Family Storytime

Sat, Jan 11, 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.

Rescheduled

Let's Play Apps

Sat, Jan 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

New date Saturday, January 11, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Grades 2-3: Try out new app games on the iPad. Signup required.

Canceled

Let's Play Apps

Sat, Jan 11, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Grades 2-3: Try out new app games on the iPad. Signup required.

Canceled

Let's Play Apps

Sat, Jan 11, 3:00pm - 3:45pm

Grades: 4-5 Try out new app games on the iPad.

Mon, Jan 13, 10:00am - 10:30am

Ages 3-5 years with adult(s): Start the morning off right with stories, songs, and cookies and milk at Panera Bread Company. Signup required.

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

Movie Screening - Yesterday

Mon, Jan 13, 11:00am - 1:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

2019 | PG-13 | 116 minutes | comedy, fantasy, music. Drop-in event.

Movie Screening - Yesterday

Mon, Jan 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

2019 | PG-13 | 116 minutes | comedy, fantasy, music. Drop-in event.

Excel Intermediate: Functions & Charts

Mon, Jan 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Grades 2-3: Experience a new, fun math activity each week for 8 weeks. Have a blast learning the math behind exciting activities! Signup required.

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

Mon, Jan 13, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Learn intermediate level functions, and applying limits to cells. Signup required.

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

Mon, Jan 13, 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 Friday, December 20 2019 at 12:00am

Mon, Jan 13, 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 Friday, December 20 2019 at 12:00am

Mon, Jan 13, 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 Friday, December 20 2019 at 9:00am

Tue, Jan 14, 10:00am - 10:30am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Enjoy stories, activities, and a craft for 3-5 year olds with adult(s). No registration required. Sign in at the Youth Services Desk prior to start time.

Youth Advisory Council (YAC)

Tue, Jan 14, 11:00am - 11:20am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 3-23 months with adult(s): Introduce your baby to books, reading, and the library at this storytime! Drop-in event.

Tue, Jan 14, 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.

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

Password Management

Tue, Jan 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Learn to create and store secure passwords. Signup required.

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

Cafe Ole - Teen Hangout

Tue, Jan 14, 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, Jan 15, 10:00am - 10:20am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Age 2 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. Check in at the Youth Services Desk when you arrive. Drop-in event.

Wiggle Worms - Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear

Wed, Jan 15, 11:00am - 11:30am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Enjoy stories, activities, and a craft for 3-5 year olds with adult(s). No registration required. Sign in at the Youth Services Desk prior to start time.

Wed, Jan 15, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 2-3 years with adult(s): 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 Friday, December 20 2019 at 12:00am

Mind Games I - The Science of Perception Deception

Wed, Jan 15, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Familiarize yourself with Microsoft's newest operating system. Signup required.

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

Wed, Jan 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Fascinated by optical illusions? Join us as William Pack explores the science of how our brains trick us into seeing and believing things that don’t exist. Signup required.

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

Wed, Jan 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Grades 6-12: This seven week long acting workshop focuses on improvisation skills. Signup required.

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

Thu, Jan 16, 10:00am - 10:20am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 3-23 months with adult(s): Introduce your baby to books, reading, and the library at this storytime! Drop-in event.

Storybook Friends - S.T.E.A.M. Fun with Andrea Beaty Books

Thu, Jan 16, 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. Drop-in event.

Thu, Jan 16, 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 Friday, December 20 2019 at 12:00am

Word: Basics

Thu, Jan 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

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

Thu, Jan 16, 6:30pm - 6:50pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 3-36 months with adult(s): Introduce your very young child to books, reading, and the library at this storytime! Drop-in event.

Online Privacy & Security

Fri, Jan 17, 10:00am - 10:20am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Age 2 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. Check in at the Youth Services Desk when you arrive. Drop-in event.

Fri, Jan 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Learn strategies for keeping your digital life safe. Signup required.

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

Get in the Game

Fri, Jan 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Grades 2-3: Love relay races? Eager to play a game or two? This program is for you!. Signup required.

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

Share-a-Language Storytime - Arabic

Sat, Jan 18, 10:30am - 11:15am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Enjoy children's stories and songs in diverse languages. Drop-in event.

Movie Screening - Fiddler: A Miracle of Miracles

Sat, Jan 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

2019 | PG-13 | 92 minutes | Documentary Drop-in event.

The Story of Computers

Sat, Jan 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Learn about the fascinating history of computers and discover the stories of the computer scientists who changed the world forever. Signup required.

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

Creative Writing

Mon, Jan 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Grades 4-5: Find your voice and tell a story. Signup required.

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

Mon, Jan 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Grades 2-3: Experience a new, fun math activity each week for 8 weeks. Have a blast learning the math behind exciting activities! Signup required.

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

"Sew" Simple

Mon, Jan 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Grades 4-8: Learn a few simple stitches and create a wintery snowperson! All supplies provided. Signup required.

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

Kick the Sugar Habit

Mon, Jan 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

It’s no secret too much sugar can be harmful. Find out what sugar does in the body, why we start and can’t stop, and helpful ways to kick the habit for good. Signup required.

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

Tue, Jan 21, 10:00am - 10:30am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Enjoy stories, activities, and a craft for 3-5 year olds with adult(s). No registration required. Sign in at the Youth Services Desk prior to start time.

Joker's Wild Card Club

Tue, Jan 21, 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, Jan 21, 11:00am - 11:20am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 3-23 months with adult(s): Introduce your baby to books, reading, and the library at this storytime! Drop-in event.

Winter "Blues"

Tue, Jan 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Grades K-1: Chase those winter blues away with stories, crafts, and games all centering around the color blue. Take a break from winter and join the fun! Signup required.

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

Android: Basics

Tue, Jan 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

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

Mission Improvable

Tue, Jan 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Grades 6-12: Enjoy this hilarious performance by our teen improv troupe! Drop-in event.

Wed, Jan 22, 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.

Wed, Jan 22, 10:00am - 10:20am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Age 2 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. Check in at the Youth Services Desk when you arrive. Drop-in event.

Art Explorers - Lunar New Year

Wed, Jan 22, 11:00am - 11:30am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Enjoy stories, activities, and a craft for 3-5 year olds with adult(s). No registration required. Sign in at the Youth Services Desk prior to start time.

Wed, Jan 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Grades 2-3: Explore different artists, techniques, and styles through hands-on art projects. Signup required.

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

Yoga for Everyone

Wed, Jan 22, 6:30pm - 7:45pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Through guided instruction from Kathy Ruiter, combine gentle yoga poses with breathing awareness to increase range of motion, strengthen and lengthen, and relax the mind. Signup required.

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

Wed, Jan 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Grades 6-12: This seven week long acting workshop focuses on improvisation skills. Signup required.

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

Organizing Your Computer's Files

Thu, Jan 23, 10:00am - 10:20am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 3-23 months with adult(s): Introduce your baby to books, reading, and the library at this storytime! Drop-in event.

DIY Clay Charms

Thu, Jan 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Grades 3-5: Learn how to make your own clay charms! Signup required.

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

Thu, Jan 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Learn to organize your digital files on a computer and in the cloud. Signup required.

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

Thu, Jan 23, 6:30pm - 6:50pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 3-36 months with adult(s): Introduce your very young child to books, reading, and the library at this storytime! Drop-in event.

Collaborative Art Creations

Fri, Jan 24, 10:00am - 10:20am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Age 2 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. Check in at the Youth Services Desk when you arrive. Drop-in event.

Digital Sound Recording

Fri, Jan 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Record your own oral history, music, or podcast. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.

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

Family Pajamarama

Fri, Jan 24, 7:00pm - 7:45pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Join us for nighttime storytime with crafts and games! Kids may come dressed for bedtime. Drop-in event.

Fri, Jan 24, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Grades 6-12: Calling all teen artists! Work as a group to create a multimedia art piece that will be displayed in the teen area of the library. Signup required.

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

Sensory Storytime - Out of This World

Sat, Jan 25, 10:30am - 11:30am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 3-8 with adult(s): Children of all abilities participate at their own pace in this storytime designed for children with sensory needs. Drop-in event.

Money Smart Book Group - I Will Teach You to Be Rich by Ramit Sethi

Sat, Jan 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A

The Winter selection is "I Will Teach You to Be Rich: No Guilt. No Excuses. No BS. Just a 6-week Program That Works" by Ramit Sethi. Drop-in event.

Mon, Jan 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Learn to digitize your VHS tapes. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.

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

League of Aspiring Writers

Mon, Jan 27, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Grades 2-3: Experience a new, fun math activity each week for 8 weeks. Have a blast learning the math behind exciting activities! Signup required.

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

Mon, Jan 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A

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

Mon, Jan 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room B

An instructor will be on hand to teach those new to the game. Drop-in event.

Mon, Jan 27, 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 Friday, December 20 2019 at 12:00am

Mon, Jan 27, 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 Friday, December 20 2019 at 12:00am

Mon, Jan 27, 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 Friday, December 20 2019 at 9:00am

Tue, Jan 28, 10:00am - 10:30am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Enjoy stories, activities, and a craft for 3-5 year olds with adult(s). No registration required. Sign in at the Youth Services Desk prior to start time.

Book Discussion - Dannemora by Charles A. Gardner

Tue, Jan 28, 11:00am - 11:20am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 3-23 months with adult(s): Introduce your baby to books, reading, and the library at this storytime! Drop-in event.

Google Drive: Basics

Tue, Jan 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Google Drive is a cloud storage service for Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides. Google/Gmail account required. Signup required.

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

Tue, Jan 28, 7:30pm - 8:30pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A

Genre: True Crime nonfiction. Drop-in event.

Wed, Jan 29, 10:00am - 10:20am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Age 2 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. Check in at the Youth Services Desk when you arrive. Drop-in event.

The Beatles on the Rooftop

Wed, Jan 29, 11:00am - 11:30am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Enjoy stories, activities, and a craft for 3-5 year olds with adult(s). No registration required. Sign in at the Youth Services Desk prior to start time.

String Art

Wed, Jan 29, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Grades 4-5: Make an amazing picture with paper and string. Signup required.

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

Wed, Jan 29, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Join us as pop culture historian Robert Rodriguez examines the Beatles' last year– highlighting their famous rooftop performance. Signup required.

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

Wed, Jan 29, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Grades 6-12: This seven week long acting workshop focuses on improvisation skills. Signup required.

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

Thu, Jan 30, 10:00am - 10:20am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 3-23 months with adult(s): Introduce your baby to books, reading, and the library at this storytime! Drop-in event.

Winter Picnic

Thu, Jan 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Grades 2-3: It may be too cold to have a picnic outside, but we'll have one inside! Enjoy picnic-themed crafts, games, and stories. Snack will be served. Signup required.

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

Thu, Jan 30, 6:30pm - 6:50pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 3-36 months with adult(s): Introduce your very young child to books, reading, and the library at this storytime! Drop-in event.

Family Activity Night - LEGOs

Fri, Jan 31, 10:00am - 10:20am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Age 2 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. Check in at the Youth Services Desk when you arrive. Drop-in event.

Fri, Jan 31, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Families: Come to the library and spend some quality time with your family! Drop-in event.

Collaborative Art Creations

Fri, Jan 31, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Grades 6-12: Calling all teen artists! Work as a group to create a multimedia art piece that will be displayed in the teen area of the library. Signup required.

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

Magazine Giveaway

Sat, Feb 01, All day

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, Feb 01, 10:30am - 11:15am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Enjoy children's stories and songs in diverse languages. Drop-in event.

Movie Screening - Penguins

Sat, Feb 01, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

2019 | G |76 minutes | Documentary Drop-in event.

Online Privacy Tools

Sat, Feb 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Get hands-on experience using tools to keep yourself and important people in your life safe online. Signup required.

Registration opens Monday, January 20 2020 at 9:00am

Investment Fraud Prevention for Seniors

Mon, Feb 03, 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, Feb 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

This presentation will explain the various types of investments, the risks vs. rewards for each, and will cover the âRed Flags of Investment Fraud." Drop-in event.

Mon, Feb 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Grades 2-3: Experience a new, fun math activity each week for 8 weeks. Have a blast learning the math behind exciting activities! Signup required.

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

Excel: Basics

Mon, Feb 03, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's spreadsheet application. Signup required.

Registration opens Monday, January 20 2020 at 9:00am

Tue, Feb 04, 10:00am - 10:30am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Enjoy stories, activities, and a craft for 3-5 year olds with adult(s). No registration required. Sign in at the Youth Services Desk prior to start time.

Tue, Feb 04, 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.

Google Docs & Sheets: Basics

Tue, Feb 04, 11:00am - 11:20am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 3-23 months with adult(s): Introduce your baby to books, reading, and the library at this storytime! Drop-in event.

Tue, Feb 04, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Learn about Google's free alternative to Microsoft Word and Excel. Google/Gmail account required. Signup required.

Registration opens Monday, January 20 2020 at 9:00am

LinkedIn: Create a Professional Profile

Tue, Feb 04, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Enhance your professional presence with a LinkedIn profile. Signup required.

Registration opens Monday, January 20 2020 at 9:00am

Rebecca Caudill Book Club - All's Faire in Middle School

Tue, Feb 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Grades 6-8: Discuss "All's Faire in Middle School" by Victoria Jamieson from the Rebecca Caudill Young Readers' Book Award list. Snacks and drinks will be served. Signup required.

Registration opens Monday, January 20 2020 at 12:00am

Build a Website

Wed, Feb 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Build websites and blogs with WordPress and HTML. Signup begins on November 20 for all sessions in this series.

Registration opens Wednesday, November 20 2019 at 9:00am

Wed, Feb 05, 10:00am - 10:20am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Age 2 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. Check in at the Youth Services Desk when you arrive. Drop-in event.

Story Art - Valentine's Day

Wed, Feb 05, 11:00am - 11:30am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Enjoy stories, activities, and a craft for 3-5 year olds with adult(s). No registration required. Sign in at the Youth Services Desk prior to start time.

Wed, Feb 05, 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 Monday, January 20 2020 at 12:00am

Wed, Feb 05, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Grades 6-12: This seven week long acting workshop focuses on improvisation skills. Signup required.

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

Thu, Feb 06, 10:00am - 10:20am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 3-23 months with adult(s): Introduce your baby to books, reading, and the library at this storytime! Drop-in event.

Thu, Feb 06, 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.

Bluestem Book Club - Macy McMillan and the Rainbow Goddess by Shari Green

Thu, Feb 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Familiarize yourself with Microsoft's newest operating system. Signup required.

Registration opens Monday, January 20 2020 at 9:00am

Thu, Feb 06, 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 Monday, January 20 2020 at 12:00am

Civil Rights Freedom Rider

Thu, Feb 06, 6:30pm - 6:50pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 3-36 months with adult(s): Introduce your very young child to books, reading, and the library at this storytime! Drop-in event.

Thu, Feb 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Thomas Madison Armstrong III recounts his experience as a Freedom Rider during the Civil Rights Movement in the early 1960s. Come listen to his inspirational story! Signup required.

Registration opens Monday, January 20 2020 at 9:00am

Teen DIY - Make your own Bathbombs

Fri, Feb 07, 10:00am - 10:20am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Age 2 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. Check in at the Youth Services Desk when you arrive. Drop-in event.

Fri, Feb 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Grades 6-12: Learn how to create scented bath bombs. Signup required.

Registration opens Monday, January 20 2020 at 9:00am

Preschool Fair

Sat, Feb 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Meet representatives from local preschools to help you find the right experience for your child. Drop-in event.

Family Storytime

Sat, Feb 08, 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.

Minecraft and More

Sat, Feb 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Grades 4-5: Play Minecraft and other world-exploring games on the iPad. Signup required.

Registration opens Monday, January 20 2020 at 12:00am

Panera Cookies and Milk Storytime

Mon, Feb 10, 10:00am - 10:30am

Ages 3-5 years with adult(s): Start the morning off right with stories, songs, and cookies and milk at Panera Bread Company. Signup required.

Registration opens Monday, January 20 2020 at 12:00am

Movie Screening - The Lion King

Mon, Feb 10, 11:00am - 1:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

2019 | PG | 118 minutes | Action, Animation, Adventure Drop-in event.

Movie Screening - The Lion King

Mon, Feb 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

2019 | PG | 118 minutes | Action, Animation, Adventure Drop-in event.

Computer Programming with Python

Mon, Feb 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Grades 2-3: Experience a new, fun math activity each week for 8 weeks. Have a blast learning the math behind exciting activities! Signup required.

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

Mon, Feb 10, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Learn how to code using Python. Signup required.

Registration opens Monday, January 20 2020 at 9:00am

Mon, Feb 10, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Grades K-2: Readers practice their developing skills to a greyhound. Signup required, please read full event description carefully for details.

Registration opens Monday, January 20 2020 at 12:00am

Mon, Feb 10, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

Grades K-2: Readers practice their developing skills to a greyhound. Signup required, please read full event description carefully for details.

Registration opens Monday, January 20 2020 at 12:00am

Mon, Feb 10, 7:30pm - 8:00pm

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Grades K-2: Readers practice their developing skills to a greyhound. Signup required, please read full event description carefully for details.

Registration opens Monday, January 20 2020 at 12:00am

Tue, Feb 11, 10:00am - 10:30am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Enjoy stories, activities, and a craft for 3-5 year olds with adult(s). No registration required. Sign in at the Youth Services Desk prior to start time.

Youth Advisory Council (YAC)

Tue, Feb 11, 11:00am - 11:20am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 3-23 months with adult(s): Introduce your baby to books, reading, and the library at this storytime! Drop-in event.

Tue, Feb 11, 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.

Registration opens Monday, January 20 2020 at 12:00am

Computer Programming with Python

Tue, Feb 11, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Learn how to code using Python. Signup required.

Registration opens Monday, January 20 2020 at 9:00am

Cafe Ole - Teen Hangout

Tue, Feb 11, 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, Feb 12, 10:00am - 10:20am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Age 2 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. Check in at the Youth Services Desk when you arrive. Drop-in event.

Book Discussion - Spring by Ali Smith

Wed, Feb 12, 11:00am - 11:30am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Enjoy stories, activities, and a craft for 3-5 year olds with adult(s). No registration required. Sign in at the Youth Services Desk prior to start time.

Wed, Feb 12, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A

Genre: Magical Realism, Social Commentary. Drop-in event.

Wiggle Worms - Hickory Dickory Dock

Wed, Feb 12, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 2-3 years with adult(s): 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 Monday, January 20 2020 at 12:00am

Movie Discussion Group - The Lobster

Wed, Feb 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Watch at home and come to the library to discuss on February 12. Drop-in event. 2015 | R | 119 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

Wed, Feb 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Grades 6-12: This seven week long acting workshop focuses on improvisation skills. Signup required.

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

Storybook Friends - Pete the Cat

Thu, Feb 13, 10:00am - 10:20am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 3-23 months with adult(s): Introduce your baby to books, reading, and the library at this storytime! Drop-in event.

Chair Yoga

Thu, Feb 13, 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 Monday, January 20 2020 at 9:00am

Word: Advanced

Thu, Feb 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Learn how to format tables and work with document templates, images, and graphics. Signup required.

Registration opens Monday, January 20 2020 at 9:00am

Thu, Feb 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Grades K-1: Spend an hour with beloved picture book characters. Signup required.

Registration opens Monday, January 20 2020 at 12:00am

Decoupage Coasters/Hanging Tiles

Thu, Feb 13, 6:30pm - 6:50pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 3-36 months with adult(s): Introduce your very young child to books, reading, and the library at this storytime! Drop-in event.

Thu, Feb 13, 7:00pm - 8:15pm

Learn to decoupage and create one-of-a-kind coasters or hanging tiles! Bring your own images if you wish. Photocopies or magazine clippings work best. Signup required.

Registration opens Monday, January 20 2020 at 9:00am

Comics, Games, & More - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

Thu, Feb 13, 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 Monday, January 20 2020 at 12:00am

Adobe Illustrator: Icons & Logos

Fri, Feb 14, 10:00am - 10:20am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Age 2 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. Check in at the Youth Services Desk when you arrive. Drop-in event.

Fri, Feb 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Learn the basics of Adobe Illustrator and gain experience designing a basic vector graphic. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.

Registration opens Monday, January 20 2020 at 9:00am

Design & Build It - Lego Challenge

Fri, Feb 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Grades 2-3: Do you love to build? A unique challenge awaits you in this engineering-inspired program. Signup required.

Registration opens Monday, January 20 2020 at 12:00am

Dan Gogh presents: - The Magic and Art Show

Sat, Feb 15, 10:00am - 11:00am

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Learn to digitize your VHS tapes. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.

Registration opens Monday, January 20 2020 at 9:00am

African Adinkra Prints

Sat, Feb 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Create your own Adinkra prints to take home and learn the history, symbolism and artistry of Adinkra symbols and Kente cloths. Signup required.

Word: Basics

Sat, Feb 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

Registration opens Wednesday, November 20 2019 at 9:00am

Mon, Feb 17, 10:30am - 11:15am

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Families: Join us for a unique and entertaining blend of magic, comedy, and art. Signup required.

Registration opens Monday, January 20 2020 at 12:00am