Digital Sound Recording

Mon, Apr 06, All day

We are closed today.

Canceled

Mon, Apr 06, 9:30am - 11:00am

Need help with your computer or mobile device? Bring your devices for 1-on-1 assistance. Drop-in event.

Canceled

Digital Sound Recording

Mon, Apr 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Record your own oral history, music, or podcast. Signup required.

Canceled

Crazy 8s Math Club

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

Grades 4-5: Experience a new, fun math activity each week, for eight weeks. Have a blast learning the math behind exciting activities! Signup required.

Canceled

Social Security 101

Mon, Apr 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Daniel Summer from the Social Security Administration office will discuss retirement, disability, and how to maximize the benefits you’ve earned. Signup required.

Tue, Apr 07, All day

We are closed today.

Canceled

Discover What’s Yours: - I-Cash

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

Ages 3-5 years with adult(s): Listen to stories, share activities, and make a craft. Drop-in event.

Canceled

Mah Jongg Club

Tue, Apr 07, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Play Mah Jongg, a popular game of luck and skill. An instructor will be on hand to teach those new to the game. Drop-in event.

Canceled

Tue, Apr 07, 11:00am - 2:00pm

The State Treasurer is holding 2.9 billion dollars in unclaimed funds for Illinoisans. Speak with a representative to see if there is any unclaimed property owed to you. Drop-in event.

Canceled

Money Smart: Investment Research

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

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

Canceled

Tue, Apr 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Learn about finance and investments with our Morningstar Investment Research Center database. Drop-in event, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.

Canceled

Cloud Storage: Basics

Tue, Apr 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

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

Canceled

Essentials of Estate Planning

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

Age 2 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and crafts that are just right for your 2-year-old. Drop-in event.

Canceled

Wed, Apr 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Gain a thorough understanding about the estate planning process from beginning to end with financial expert Greg Kurinec. Drop-in event.

Canceled

Discover What’s Yours: - I-Cash

Wed, Apr 08, 11:00am - 2:00pm

The State Treasurer is holding 2.9 billion dollars in unclaimed funds for Illinoisans. Speak with a representative to see if there is any unclaimed property owed to you. Drop-in event.

Canceled

Book Discussion - Alias Grace by Margaret Atwood

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

Ages 3-5 years with adult(s): Listen to stories, share activities, and make a craft. Drop-in event.

Canceled

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

Biographical Fiction, Historical Fiction | Drop-in event

Canceled

Wiggle Worms - Don't Bug Me!

Wed, Apr 08, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Ages 2-3 years with adult(s): Stories, songs, and creative projects all help bring wonder and imagination to your little one. Signup required.

Canceled

Excel: Home Budgeting

Wed, Apr 08, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Learn how Excel can help you create and maintain home budgets. Signup required.

Canceled

Movie Discussion Group - Dr. Strangelove

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

Watch at home and come to the library to discuss. 1964 | PG | 95 minutes | Comedy | Drop-in event

Canceled

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

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

Canceled

Storybook Friends - Nature Activities with Lois Ehlert Books

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

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

Canceled

Chair Yoga

Thu, Apr 09, 11:00am - 12:30pm

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

Canceled

Thu, Apr 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Grades K-1: Spend an hour with your favorite picture book characters. Hear a story and then complete many fun crafts and activities! Signup required.

Canceled

Rock with the Band Queen

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

Grades 6-12: We will rock you! Celebrate all things Queen-related with karaoke, snacks, and rock-and-roll trivia. Signup required.

Canceled

Make and Take Spring Wreaths

Thu, Apr 09, 7:00pm - 8:15pm

Welcome spring and get creative by decorating a wreath in this hands-on class. Learn to dress them up with your own style for your home. Materials will be provided. Signup required.

Digitize It: Reel-to-Reel Films

Fri, Apr 10, All day

We are closed today.

Canceled

Sat, Apr 11, 10:00am - 11:00am

Learn to digitize your 8 mm, Super 8, or 16 mm reel-to-reel films. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.

Canceled

Family Storytime

Sat, Apr 11, 10:30am - 11:00am

All ages: Take a break from your busy morning and drop in for a fun half-hour of action and stories. Drop-in event.

Canceled

Movie Screening - Playing with FIRE (Financial Independence Retire Early)

Sat, Apr 11, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Playing with FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) 2019 | NR | 75 minutes | Documentary | Drop-in event

Canceled

Movie Screening - Playing with FIRE (Financial Independence Retire Early)

Sat, Apr 11, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Playing with FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) 2019 | NR | 75 minutes | Documentary | Drop-in event

Canceled

Virtual Assistant Basics

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

An introduction to the main virtual assistants available (Alexa, Siri, and Google Assistant). Signup required.

Panera Cookies and Milk Storytime

Sun, Apr 12, All day

We are closed today.

Canceled

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

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

Canceled

Movie Screening - A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood

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

2019 | PG | 108 minutes | Biography, Drama | Drop-in event

Canceled

Movie Screening - A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood

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

2019 | PG | 108 minutes | Biography, Drama | Drop-in event

Canceled

Crazy 8s Math Club

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

Grades 4-5: Experience a new, fun math activity each week, for eight weeks. Have a blast learning the math behind exciting activities! Signup required.

Canceled

Resume Tips & Tricks

Mon, Apr 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Learn techniques to help your resume get seen by a human. Sign-up required.

Canceled

Mon, Apr 13, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Grades K-2: Readers practice their developing skills to a greyhound. Carefully read full description at signup.tplibrary.org/events. Signup required.

Canceled

Mon, Apr 13, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

Grades K-2: Readers practice their developing skills to a greyhound. Carefully read full description at signup.tplibrary.org/events. Signup required.

Canceled

Mon, Apr 13, 7:30pm - 8:00pm

Grades K-2: Readers practice their developing skills to a greyhound. Carefully read full description at signup.tplibrary.org/events. Signup required.

Canceled

Windows 10: Basics

Tue, Apr 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm

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

Canceled

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

Ages 3-5 years with adult(s): Listen to stories, share activities, and make a craft. Drop-in event.

Canceled

Youth Advisory Council (YAC)

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

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

Canceled

Google Sheets: Basics

Tue, Apr 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

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

Canceled

Tue, Apr 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Grades 6-12: Have an impact on what your library offers for teens and be part of your community by joining YAC. Signup required.

Canceled

Café Olé

Tue, Apr 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Grades 6-12: Hang out with your friends, eat cookies and sip on a cold or hot drink, and enjoy a different activity each time. Drop-in event.

Canceled

Wed, Apr 15, 10:00am - 10:20am

Age 2 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and crafts that are just right for your 2-year-old. Drop-in event.

Canceled

Art Explorers - Recycle Art

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

Ages 3-5 years with adult(s): Listen to stories, share activities, and make a craft. Drop-in event.

Canceled

Wed, Apr 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

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

Canceled

Springtime in Paris

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

Experience the cuisine of Paris without the jet lag. Chef Susan Maddox will share tips and techniques that will have your dinner guests saying "C'est délicieux!" Signup required.

Canceled

Book Discussion - The Reckless Oath We Made by Bryn Greenwood

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

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

Canceled

Stitch Club

Thu, Apr 16, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Meet, mingle, and share tips on needlecraft projects. Bring your own supplies. Drop-in event.

Canceled

Art Journaling

Thu, Apr 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Grades 4-5: Create a visual diary of your thoughts, memories, and emotions. Record images and words, and watch them turn into art. Signup required.

Canceled

Build a Website

Thu, Apr 16, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

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

Canceled

Thu, Apr 16, 7:30pm - 8:30pm

Domestic Fiction, Romance Fiction | Drop-in event

Canceled

Etsy Essentials: Buying & Selling

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

Age 2 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and crafts that are just right for your 2-year-old. Drop-in event.

Canceled

Android: Basics

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

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

Canceled

Family Pajamarama

Fri, Apr 17, 7:00pm - 7:45pm

Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): You are invited to our nighttime storytime with crafts and games! Kids may come dressed for bedtime. Drop-in event.

Canceled

Teen Paint 'n' Sip

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

Grades 6-12: Follow step-by-step instructions to create an original work of art while enjoying a tasty drink. Signup required.

Canceled

Sat, Apr 18, 10:00am - 11:00am

Learn the basics of buying and selling on Etsy, an online marketplace for handmade and vintage goods. Signup required.

Canceled

Sensory Storytime - Colors

Sat, Apr 18, 10:30am - 11:30am

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

Canceled

Act It Up! - 5-Minute Fairy Tales

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

Grades 6-12: Show off your knowledge of fairy tales and folklore by acting out different variations. Participants will take turns being the audience and the actor. Signup required.

Canceled

Crazy 8s Math Club

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

Grades 4-5: Experience a new, fun math activity each week, for eight weeks. Have a blast learning the math behind exciting activities! Signup required.

Canceled

"Sew" Simple

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

Grades 4-8: Learn a few simple stitches and create a felt frog. All supplies provided. Signup required.

Canceled

Excel: Intermediate Functions & Charts

Mon, Apr 20, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

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

Canceled

The Science of Climate Change

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

This Earth Day, take a deep dive into climate science with the Adler Planetarium’s Michelle Nichols. What does scientific data say? What might be in our future? Signup required.

Canceled

Patron Appreciation Day

Tue, Apr 21, 9:00am - 8:00pm

9 am–3 pm and 5–7 pm Visit the library lobby and let us treat you to a cup of coffee or iced tea and some delicious doughnut holes.

Canceled

Tabletop Games for Adults

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

Ages 3-5 years with adult(s): Listen to stories, share activities, and make a craft. Drop-in event.

Canceled

Tue, Apr 21, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Play a board game or card game from our collection or bring a favorite from home to share with others. For amusement only; no gambling permitted. Drop-in event.

Canceled

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

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

Canceled

Tell Me a Story

Tue, Apr 21, 4:30pm - 5:15pm

Grades K-1: Get inspired to create your own story by listening to a folk tale, playing with story cards, and laughing at Mad Libs. Signup required.

Canceled

Google Photos

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

Back up photos to the cloud with Google Photos. Google/Gmail account required. Signup required.

Canceled

Gamers Gabfest

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

Grades 6-12: Trade tips and talk about the video games that you've been playing. Moderated by one serious gamer and one newbie willing to learn. Snacks provided. Signup required.

Canceled

Wed, Apr 22, 10:00am - 11:00am

Need help with your computer or mobile device? Bring your devices for 1-on-1 assistance. Drop-in event.

Canceled

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

Age 2 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and crafts that are just right for your 2-year-old. Drop-in event.

Canceled

National Bookmobile Day

Wed, Apr 22, 10:00am - 6:30pm

Visit the library and come on board the bookmobile for a special treat.

Canceled

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

Ages 3-5 years with adult(s): Listen to stories, share activities, and make a craft. Drop-in event.

Canceled

Fancy Birdhouses

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

Grades 2-3: Here is your chance to show your creative side by decorating your very own birdhouse. We will use washable paint. Signup required.

Canceled

Yoga for Everyone

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

Learn gentle yoga poses to increase range of motion and relax the mind. Bring a yoga mat and firm blanket. Loose, comfortable clothing is recommended. Signup required.

Canceled

Digitize It: Photos & Slides

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

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

Canceled

Thu, Apr 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm

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

Canceled

Family Activity Night - Fairy Tale STEAM Activities

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

Age 2 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and crafts that are just right for your 2-year-old. Drop-in event.

Canceled

Powerpoint: Advanced

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

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

Canceled

Fri, Apr 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

All ages: Participate in fun and challenging S.T.E.A.M. activities based on familiar fairy tales. Drop-in event.

Canceled

Fri, Apr 24, 6:30pm - 7:15pm

Grades 6-12: You and a small team of rebels will solve puzzles, crack codes, and complete tasks to escape from the Galactic Empire. Signup required, please sign up for only one time slot.

Canceled

Community Shredding Event

Fri, Apr 24, 7:45pm - 8:30pm

Grades 6-12: You and a small team of rebels will solve puzzles, crack codes, and complete tasks to escape from the Galactic Empire. Signup required, please sign up for only one time slot.

Canceled

Sat, Apr 25, 9:00am - 11:00am

Drive up and shred your sensitive papers and documents. Drop-in event.

Canceled

Springtime StoryWalk

Sat, Apr 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm

All ages: Enjoy the outdoors as you stroll down a tree-lined path and read a springtime-themed book. Developed through partnership with the Tinley Park Park District. Drop-in event.

Canceled

Share-a-Language - Arabic

Sat, Apr 25, 10:30am - 11:15am

Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Enrich your day by joining this storytime led by a native speaker. Drop-in event.

Canceled

Online Privacy Tools

Sat, Apr 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm

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

Canceled

Songs and Stories of the Titanic

Mon, Apr 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Historian and folk singer Phil Passen shares songs and stories on the sinking of the Titanic. Drop-in event.

Canceled

League of Aspiring Writers

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

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

Canceled

Mah Jongg Club

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

Play Mah Jongg, a popular game of luck and skill. An instructor will be on hand to teach those new to the game. Drop-in event.

Canceled

Mon, Apr 27, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Grades K-2: Readers practice their developing skills to a greyhound. Carefully read full description at signup.tplibrary.org/events. Signup required.

Canceled

Word: Advanced

Mon, Apr 27, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

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

Canceled

Mon, Apr 27, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

Grades K-2: Readers practice their developing skills to a greyhound. Carefully read full description at signup.tplibrary.org/events. Signup required.

Canceled

Mon, Apr 27, 7:30pm - 8:00pm

Grades K-2: Readers practice their developing skills to a greyhound. Carefully read full description at signup.tplibrary.org/events. Signup required.

Canceled

Excel: Basics

Tue, Apr 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm

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

Canceled

Cut the Cable Cord

Tue, Apr 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

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

Canceled

Kawaii Drawing for Teens

Tue, Apr 28, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Grades 6-12: Practice kawaii drawing skills and then turn those drawings into buttons and other cool projects. No artistic skills necessary! Signup required.

Canceled

Word: Basics

Wed, Apr 29, 10:00am - 12:00pm

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

Canceled

Uniquely Me

Thu, Apr 30, 10:30am - 11:15am

All ages: Feel great about yourself and others as we hear original songs, stories, and participate in activities highlighting our individuality. Signup required, please sign up each adult and child.

Windows 10: Basics

Fri, May 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

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

Fantasy & Sci-Fi Book Group - Borne by Jeff VanderMeer

Fri, May 01, 6:30pm - 7:15pm

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Grades 6-12: You and a small team of rebels will solve puzzles, crack codes, and complete tasks to escape from the Galactic Empire. Signup required, please sign up for only one time slot.

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

Fri, May 01, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A

May's selection is Borne by Jeff VanderMeer. Drop-in event.

Share-a-Language - Spanish

Fri, May 01, 7:45pm - 8:30pm

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Grades 6-12: You and a small team of rebels will solve puzzles, crack codes, and complete tasks to escape from the Galactic Empire. Signup required, please sign up for only one time slot.

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

Magazine Giveaway

Sat, May 02, All day

Lobby

Discarded library magazines are available for free on the first Saturday of the month.

Sat, May 02, 10:30am - 11:15am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Enrich your day by joining this storytime led by a native speaker. Drop-in event.

Minecraft and More

Sat, May 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

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

Excel: Manage Data with Tables

Sat, May 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Covers working with tables, large datasets, conditional formatting, outlines; and intermediate formulas and functions. Signup required.

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

Canceled

Tea for Three - Lady Bird, Pat, and Betty

Sun, May 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Enjoy afternoon tea as actress and historian Leslie Goddard brings to life Lady Bird Johnson, Pat Nixon, and Betty Ford. Signup required.

Digitize It: Photos & Slides

Mon, May 04, 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, May 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

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

The Mythology of Star Wars

Mon, May 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Cultural enthusiast Michael McCann will discuss the major characters and themes of the Star Wars saga, including the hero's journey, good vs. evil, and the spirituality of the Jedi. Signup required.

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

Create with Me - Spring is in the Air

Tue, May 05, 10:00am - 10:45am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 3-5 years with adult(s): Your child and their favorite adult will create a keepsake art project. Signup required.

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

Mah Jongg Club

Tue, May 05, 11:00am - 1:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A

Play Mah Jongg, a popular game of luck and skill. An instructor will be on hand to teach those new to the game. Drop-in event.

Google Slides: Basics

Tue, May 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Learn about Google's free alternative to Microsoft PowerPoint. Google/Gmail account required. Signup required.

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

Teen Spring Crafts

Tue, May 05, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Grades 6-12: Join us for an evening of seasonal crafting and snacking. Signup required.

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

Story Art - Think Spring

Wed, May 06, 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, April 20 2020 at 12:00am

Excel: Simple Financial Report

Wed, May 06, 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. Signup required.

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

Stitch Club

Thu, May 07, 11:00am - 1:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A

Meet, mingle, and share tips on needlecraft projects. Bring your own supplies. Drop-in event.

Bluestem Book Club - The Best of the 2020 List

Thu, May 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Grades 3-5: Discuss a book from the 2020 Bluestem Award List. Enjoy snacks and drinks while we talk and complete fun activities! Signup required.

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

Build a Business Website

Thu, May 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Get tips about building a website for your business. Signup required.

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

Diversity, Inclusion and Social Justice

Thu, May 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room B

Public speaker and educator Dr. Nadine Naber will help us learn about issues that impact our local communities, such as immigration, racism, sexism, and homophobia. Drop-in event.

GALE Business Builder

Fri, May 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Learn how to use GALE Business Builder to put together your next business plan. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.

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

Design & Build It - Flyers!

Fri, May 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Grades 2-3: Use your engineering skills to design your own flying creation using a variety of supplies. Signup required.

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

Cut the Cable Cord

Sat, May 09, 10:00am - 11:00am

1st floor – Meeting Room B

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

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

Family Storytime

Sat, May 09, 10:30am - 11:00am

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

All ages: Take a break from your busy morning and drop in for a fun half-hour of action and stories. Drop-in event.

Panera Cookies and Milk Storytime

Sun, May 10, All day

We are closed today.

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

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

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

Movie Screening - Judy

Mon, May 11, 11:00am - 1:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

2019 | PG-13 | 118 minutes | Historical drama | Drop-in event

Movie Screening - Judy

Mon, May 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

2019 | PG-13 | 118 minutes | Historical drama | Drop-in event

Mon, May 11, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Grades K-2: Readers practice their developing skills to a greyhound. Carefully read full description at signup.tplibrary.org/events. Signup required.

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

LinkedIn: Create a Professional Profile

Mon, May 11, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Grades K-2: Readers practice their developing skills to a greyhound. Carefully read full description at signup.tplibrary.org/events. Signup required.

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

Mon, May 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

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

Youth Advisory Council (YAC)

Mon, May 11, 7:30pm - 8:00pm

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Grades K-2: Readers practice their developing skills to a greyhound. Carefully read full description at signup.tplibrary.org/events. Signup required.

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

Google Photos

Tue, May 12, 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 Monday, April 20 2020 at 9:00am

Tue, May 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Grades 6-12: Have an impact on what your library offers for teens and be part of your community by joining YAC. Signup required.

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

Introduction to Cryptocurrencies & Blockchain

Tue, May 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Learn about what Cryptocurrencies are, how they work, and what you could do with them. Signup required.

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

Café Olé

Tue, May 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Grades 6-12: Hang out with your friends, eat cookies and sip on a cold or hot drink, and enjoy a different activity each time. Drop-in event.

Book Discussion - Life, on the line by Grant Achatz

Wed, May 13, 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, April 20 2020 at 9:00am

Wed, May 13, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A

Culinary Biographies, Memoir | Drop-in event

Wiggle Worms - Flowers

Wed, May 13, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 2-3 years with adult(s): Stories, songs, and creative projects all help bring wonder and imagination to your little one. Signup required.

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

Movie Discussion Group - North by Northwest

Wed, May 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Watch at home and come to the library to discuss. 1959 | NR | 136 minutes | Adventure, Mystery, Thriller | Drop-in event

Chair Yoga

Thu, May 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. Signup required.

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

Storybook Friends - Pout-Pout Fish

Thu, May 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Grades K-1: Spend an hour with your favorite picture book characters. Hear a story and then complete many fun crafts and activities! Signup required.

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

Word: Basics

Thu, May 14, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

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

Create Your Own Movie

Thu, May 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Grades 6-12: Become a film actor and editor by creating your own movie scenes using the library's iPads. We will be outside, weather permitting. Signup required.

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

Teen Books Adult Readers Will Love

Thu, May 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

More and more adults are reading Young Adult books and for good reason. Our very own Young Adult Librarians will share some great suggestions on what to read next. Signup required.

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

Sensory Storytime - Wild Animals

Sat, May 16, 10:30am - 11:30am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

Movie Screening - Harriet (2019)

Sat, May 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

2019 | PG-13 | 125 minutes | Historical drama | Drop-in event

Read, Rock & Rhyme

Mon, May 18, 6:30pm - 7:15pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 3-5 years with adult(s): Participate together in stories, music, and movement activities that support early literacy development. Signup required.

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

Excel: Basics

Mon, May 18, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

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

Songs of the Vietnam War

Mon, May 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

The History Singers present a combination of live performance and lecture, featuring music of and about the Vietnam War, for and against it. Signup required.

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

Tabletop Games for Adults

Tue, May 19, 11:00am - 1:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A

Play a board game or card game from our collection or bring a favorite from home to share with others. For amusement only; no gambling permitted. Drop-in event.

Android: Basics

Tue, May 19, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

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

Fairy Tale Theatre Auditions

Tue, May 19, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Finishing Grades 6-12: Auditions for our Fairy Tale Theatre production. Call the Youth Services Desk for rehearsal and performance dates. A script will be available for review in the library on May 1.

PowerPoint: Basics

Tue, May 19, 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 Monday, April 20 2020 at 9:00am

Art Explorers - Monet Spring Landscapes

Wed, May 20, 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, May 20, 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 Monday, April 20 2020 at 12:00am

Medicare Made Easy

Wed, May 20, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Learn about eligibility, enrollment, and the benefits of Medicare and Medicare Supplements with Diane Adduci, a community educator and licensed insurance representative. Signup required.

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

Stitch Club

Thu, May 21, 11:00am - 1:00pm

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Meet, mingle, and share tips on needlecraft projects. Bring your own supplies. Drop-in event.

Coding Club

Thu, May 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Grades: 4-5: Learn the basics of coding while you play games and take on challenges. Signup required.

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

Build a Website

Thu, May 21, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

This event is full

Digitize It: Reel-to-Reel Films

Fri, May 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Learn to digitize your 8 mm, Super 8, or 16 mm reel-to-reel films. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.

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

Family Pajamarama

Fri, May 22, 7:00pm - 7:45pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): You are invited to our nighttime storytime with crafts and games! Kids may come dressed for bedtime. Drop-in event.

Teen DIY: Custom Tote bags

Fri, May 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Grades 6-12: Learn new skills to create a custom tote bag using the library's Cricut and a variety of painting techniques. Signup required.

Sun, May 24, All day

We are closed today.

Adobe Illustrator: Icons & Logos

Mon, May 25, All day

We are closed today.

DIY Candle Holders

Tue, May 26, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Grades 2-3: Take pride in your work when we make these candle holders from simple materials. Transform plain containers into fabulous gifts or additions to any room in your home. Signup required

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

Google Drive: Basics

Tue, May 26, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

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 Monday, April 20 2020 at 9:00am

Teen Meditation Night

Tue, May 26, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Grades 6-12: Feeling stressed out? Curious about meditation? We'll try some guided meditation using the library's iPads and the Calm app. Signup required.

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

Wed, May 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

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

Yoga for Everyone

Wed, May 27, 6:30pm - 7:45pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Learn gentle yoga poses to increase range of motion and relax the mind. Bring a yoga mat and firm blanket. Loose, comfortable clothing is recommended. Signup required.

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

Online Privacy & Security

Thu, May 28, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

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

Tinley Park Historical Society

Thu, May 28, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Look back more than 165 years at Tinley Park’s rich and interesting history. Drop-in event.

Smart Home Basics

Fri, May 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room B

Learn how to make your home a smart home. Signup required.

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

Family Game Night - Mind-Challenging Games

Fri, May 29, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

All ages: Spend some quality time with your family playing mind-challenging games like Jenga, Mastermind, and Kerplunk. Simple games and puzzles will be available for young kids. Drop-in event.

Share-a-Language - Arabic

Sat, May 30, 10:30am - 11:15am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Enrich your day by joining this storytime led by a native speaker. Drop-in event.

Online Job Searching

Sat, May 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

In addition to online job searching, this class also covers Microsoft Word for resumes and cover letters. Signup required.

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

Excel: Intermediate Functions & Charts

Mon, Jun 01, 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.

Word: Basics

Tue, Jun 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

Registration opens Wednesday, May 20 2020 at 9:00am

Tue, Jun 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

Registration opens Wednesday, May 20 2020 at 9:00am

Mission Improvable

Tue, Jun 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Entering grades 6-12: There's nothing like having a well-thought-out plan, but Mission Improvable has nothing like a well-thought-out plan. Guaranteed to make you laugh—maybe even on purpose!

Android: Basics

Wed, Jun 03, 9:30am - 11:30am

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

Registration opens Wednesday, May 20 2020 at 9:00am

Balcony Gardening for Teens

Thu, Jun 04, 11:00am - 12:30pm

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Entering grades 9-12. Channel your inner gardener as you use plants, flowers and miniatures to create a unique gardening scene in the containers on our balcony. Signup required.

Registration opens Wednesday, May 20 2020 at 12:00am

Magazine Giveaway

Sat, Jun 06, All day

Lobby

Discarded library magazines are available for free on the first Saturday of the month.

Cut the Cable Cord

Sat, Jun 06, 10:00am - 11:00am

1st floor – Meeting Room B

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

Registration opens Wednesday, May 20 2020 at 9:00am

Digital Sound Recording

Mon, Jun 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Record your own oral history, music, or podcast. Signup required.

Registration opens Wednesday, May 20 2020 at 9:00am

Google Sheets: Basics

Tue, Jun 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

Registration opens Wednesday, May 20 2020 at 9:00am

Youth Advisory Council (YAC)

Tue, Jun 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Entering grades 6-12. Have an impact on what your library offers for teens and be part of your community by joining YAC. Signup required.

Registration opens Wednesday, May 20 2020 at 12:00am

Cloud Storage: Basics

Tue, Jun 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

Registration opens Wednesday, May 20 2020 at 9:00am

Cafe Ole

Tue, Jun 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Entering grades 6-12. Hang out with your friends, eat cookies and sip on a cold drink, and enjoy a different activity each time.

Digitize It: Reel-to-Reel Films

Wed, Jun 10, 10:00am - 11:00am

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Learn to digitize your 8 mm, Super 8, or 16 mm reel-to-reel films. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.

Registration opens Wednesday, May 20 2020 at 9:00am

Book Discussion - The Grammarians by Cathleen Schine

Wed, Jun 10, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Genre: Families, Contemporary | Drop-in event

Excel: Basics

Wed, Jun 10, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

Registration opens Wednesday, May 20 2020 at 9:00am

Movie Discussion Group - Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind

Wed, Jun 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Watch at home and come to the library to discuss on June 10. 2004 | R | 108 minutes | Drama, Romance, Sci-Fi| Drop-in event

Resume Tips & Tricks

Thu, Jun 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Learn techniques to help your resume get seen by a human. Sign-up required.

Registration opens Wednesday, May 20 2020 at 9:00am

Teen Movie Night - Jumanji: The Next Level

Fri, Jun 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Entering grades 6-12. Hang out with your friends, enjoy a tasty snack, and watch Jumanji: The Next Level (PG-13, 123 min)! Signup required.

Registration opens Wednesday, May 20 2020 at 12:00am

Google Photos

Sat, Jun 13, 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, May 20 2020 at 9:00am

Virtual Assistants Basics

Mon, Jun 15, 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 Wednesday, May 20 2020 at 9:00am

Tue, Jun 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

An introduction to the main virtual assistants available (Alexa, Siri, and Google Assistant). Signup required.

Registration opens Wednesday, May 20 2020 at 9:00am

Book Discussion - The Reckless Oath We Made by Bryn Greenwood

Wed, Jun 17, 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.

Build a Website

Wed, Jun 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Build websites and blogs with WordPress and HTML. Signup begins on Wednesday May, 20, 2020 for all sessions in this series.

Registration opens Wednesday, May 20 2020 at 9:00am

Windows 10: Basics

Wed, Jun 17, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

Registration opens Wednesday, May 20 2020 at 9:00am

Online Privacy Tools

Thu, Jun 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

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 Wednesday, May 20 2020 at 9:00am

Thu, Jun 18, 7:30pm - 8:30pm

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Genre: Romance Fiction, Autism| Drop-in event

Ancestry.com: Basics

Fri, Jun 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

Registration opens Wednesday, May 20 2020 at 9:00am

Zentangling

Fri, Jun 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Entering grades 6-12. Listen to soothing music while learning the relaxing art of meditative doodling. Signup required.

Registration opens Wednesday, May 20 2020 at 12:00am

Powerpoint: Advanced

Sat, Jun 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

Registration opens Wednesday, May 20 2020 at 9:00am

Book Discussion - Infused: Adventures in Tea by Henrietta Lovell

Sun, Jun 21, All day

We are closed today.

Tue, Jun 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Genre: Travel Memoir | Registration Required

Cafe Ole 2

Tue, Jun 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Grades 6-12. Hang out with your friends, eat cookies and sip on a cold drink, and enjoy a different activity each time.

Excel: Home Budgeting

Wed, Jun 24, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Learn how Excel can help you create and maintain home budgets. Signup required.

Registration opens Wednesday, May 20 2020 at 9:00am

Etsy Essentials: Buying & Selling

Thu, Jun 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Learn the basics of buying and selling on Etsy, an online marketplace for handmade and vintage goods. Signup required.

Registration opens Wednesday, May 20 2020 at 9:00am

Word: Advanced

Fri, Jun 26, 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 Wednesday, May 20 2020 at 9:00am

Retro Video Games

Fri, Jun 26, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Entering grades 6-12. Enjoy snacks and drinks while playing a variety of retro Nintendo games with fellow teen gamers. Signup required.

Registration opens Wednesday, May 20 2020 at 12:00am

Digitize It: Photos & Slides

Sat, Jun 27, 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, May 20 2020 at 9:00am

Adobe Illustrator: Icons & Logos

Tue, Jun 30, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

Registration opens Wednesday, May 20 2020 at 9:00am

Modular Origami

Tue, Jun 30, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Entering grades 6-12. Take your origami creations to the next level by learning this technical twist on the art of paperfolding. Signup required.

Registration opens Saturday, June 20 2020 at 12:00am

Wed, Jul 01, 10:00am - 12:00pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

Registration opens Saturday, June 20 2020 at 9:00am

Ancestry.com: Basics

Thu, Jul 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

Registration opens Saturday, June 20 2020 at 9:00am