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Merry Grinchmas

2023-12-21 18:00:00 2023-12-21 18:45:00 America/Chicago Merry Grinchmas Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Calling all Whos! Join us for a festive jubilee of games, a snack, and crafts centered around one of the most beloved storybook characters, the Grinch. Signup required. Tinley Park Public Library - 1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Thursday, December 21
6:00pm - 6:45pm

Add to Calendar 2023-12-21 18:00:00 2023-12-21 18:45:00 America/Chicago Merry Grinchmas Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Calling all Whos! Join us for a festive jubilee of games, a snack, and crafts centered around one of the most beloved storybook characters, the Grinch. Signup required. Tinley Park Public Library - 1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Tinley Park Public Library

1st floor - Meeting Room A&B

Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Calling all Whos! Join us for a festive jubilee of games, a snack, and crafts centered around one of the most beloved storybook characters, the Grinch. Signup required.

Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Calling all Whos! Join us for a festive jubilee of games, a snack, and crafts centered around one of everyone's most beloved storybook characters, the Grinch. The Grinch himself will also be making a guest appearance! Signup required.

AGE GROUP: | Families |

EVENT TYPE: | Holiday & Celebrations |

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Tinley Park Public Library

Phone: 708-532-0160

Hours

Today's hours

We're open 12:00PM to 5:00PM

Mon, Dec 16 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Dec 17 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Dec 18 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Dec 19 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Dec 20 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Sat, Dec 21 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Dec 22 12:00PM to 5:00PM

About the branch

The Tinley Park Public Library is subject to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Individuals who require an accommodation for a disability for any library presentation should contact the library at 708.532.0160, x3 at least ten working days before an event.

Upcoming events

Sun, Dec 22, All day
Watch a recorded performance from the comfort of your home! View from December 20-22 only. Registration limited to 3,000. Signup required to receive email with a special link to view the recording.
Register

Cancelled
Mon, Dec 23, 10:00am - 10:45am
Work out your brain as well as your body in this fun, creative and playful chair exercise program. This virtual event is part of a series. Signup registers you for all virtual sessions.

Mon, Dec 23, 10:00am - 10:45am
The class scheduled for December 23 has been canceled. We hope to see you at the next Ageless Grace on January 13.

Fri, Dec 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades 6-12: Test your folding skills! We'll be creating pieces using the Japanese art of paper folding. Signup required.
This event is full

Sat, Dec 28, 10:30am - 11:15am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 3-8 years w/ adult(s): A visual schedule and sensory supports are in this adaptive storytime as we celebrate the New Year with a variety of low key (and equally fun!) activities. Signup required.

Mon, Dec 30, 11:30am - 12:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Families: Ring in the New Year with us as we create crafts, play games, dance, and count down our way into 2025! Signup required.
This event is full

Mon, Dec 30, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Players of all skill levels are welcome. An instructor will be on hand to teach those new to the game. Drop-in event.

Mon, Dec 30, 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. Drop-in event.

Mon, Dec 30, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Embody the spirit of the season with luxurious and lucky dishes! Sign up to attend online, or watch the recording later. Recipes, ingredient list, and Zoom link will be emailed 2 weeks prior.

Thu, Jan 02, 11:30am - 1:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Open to anyone who wants to meet, mingle, and share tips on needlecraft projects. Supplies not provided. Drop-in event.

Thu, Jan 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades 3-5: Each month, we'll discuss a different nominee from the 2025 Bluestem Readers' Choice List while enjoying a snack. We'll conclude with fun activities! Signup required.

Sat, Jan 04, All day
Discarded library magazines are available for free on the first Saturday of the month.

Sat, Jan 04, 10:15am - 10:45am
Drop by for a 30-minute storytime at Krema Coffee in the Oak Park Ave Train Station from 10:15-10:45 am, and visit the Bookmobile to pick up a craft kit between 10-11 am. No signup required.

Mon, Jan 06, All day
Families with children ages 3-8: Sign up for a movie subscription bag with a new theme each month! This month is focused on Snow and Winter. One signup per family, begins Dec 15. Pickup begins Jan 6.
This event is full

Mon, Jan 06, All day
Families with children ages 9-12: Sign up for a movie subscription bag with a new theme each month! This month is focused on Snow and Winter. One signup per family, begins Dec 15. Pickup begins Jan 6.

Mon, Jan 06, All day
Ages 3-5 years with adult(s): Sign up to receive a link every Monday morning for a weekly storytime recording. Watch the recording any time during the week.

Mon, Jan 06, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn how to use Creativebug to discover professionally-curated arts and crafts projects including videos and step-by-step guides. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.

Tue, Jan 07, 10:00am - 10:30am
Indy Room
Ages 2-5 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. Location: Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center, 8125 W 171st St, Tinley Park, IL 60477. No signup required.

Tue, Jan 07, 11:00am - 1:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Players of all skill levels are welcome. No instructor will be available on January 7. Drop-in event.

Tue, Jan 07, 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.

Tue, Jan 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades 6-12: Learn how to cross stitch! Each participant will receive a small kit and instruction in the art of cross stitch. Light refreshments served. Signup required.
This event is full

Wed, Jan 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 2-5 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. No signup required.

Wed, Jan 08, 11:00am - 11:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.

Wed, Jan 08, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Genre: Memoir | Led by: Terry | Drop-in event

Wed, Jan 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Watch at home and come to the library to discuss. 1975 | PG | 91 minutes | Comedy, Adventure, Fantasy| Drop-in event

Thu, Jan 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.

Thu, Jan 09, 11:30am - 12:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Instructor Kathy Ruiter will guide you in gentle, non-strenuous chair exercises and meditation. Signup is required and begins on December 15.

Thu, Jan 09, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages 3-8 with adult(s): Join us each week for themed stories, songs, activities, and a craft! Location: Orland Hills Community Center 16553 S. Haven Avenue. No signup required.

Thu, Jan 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us virtually with Steve Dolinsky, Food Guy reporter at NBC 5, to dish on his new book about the styles, locales, and people that make Chicago a prime destination for pizza. Signup required.
Register

Fri, Jan 10, 11:00am - 12:45pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
2024 | PG | 105 minutes | Fantasy, Comedy, Horror | Closed Captioning | Drop-in event.

Fri, Jan 10, 2:00pm - 3:45pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
2024 | PG | 105 minutes | Fantasy, Comedy, Horror | Closed Captioning | Drop-in event.

Fri, Jan 10, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Families: Come to the library and spend some quality time with your family for a movie night! A snack and drink will be provided. No signup required.

Sat, Jan 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Enjoy children's stories and songs in Arabic. No signup required.

Sat, Jan 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
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.

Mon, Jan 13, All day
Ages 3-5 years with adult(s): Sign up to receive a link every Monday morning for a weekly storytime recording. Watch the recording any time during the week.

Mon, Jan 13, 10:00am - 10:45am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Work out your brain as well as your body in this fun, creative, and playful chair exercise program. Signup required for each in-person session. Signup for this session begins on December 15.

Mon, Jan 13, 10:00am - 10:45am
Work out your brain as well as your body in this fun, creative and playful chair exercise program. This virtual event is part of a series. Signup registers you for all virtual sessions.
Register

Mon, Jan 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn how to use various Google apps on your smartphone. Signup required.

Mon, Jan 13, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 4-5 years with adult(s): Join us for science-based activities on a fascinating theme: Winter Fun! Signup required.

Mon, Jan 13, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 2-3 years with adult(s): Enjoy stories, songs, and a craft. Signup required.

Tue, Jan 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Bring your phone or tablet to learn what makes Android unique. Signup required.

Tue, Jan 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
Indy Room
Ages 2-5 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. Location: Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center, 8125 W 171st St, Tinley Park, IL 60477. No signup required.

Tue, Jan 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn how to use carbohydrates, fat, and protein to help battle cravings, boost the immune system, and fuel energy levels. Presented by Health & Wellness Coach Morgan Fedro. Signup required.

Tue, Jan 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades 6-12: Help plan teen programs at the library. Pizza and pop are served. Signup required.

Tue, Jan 14, 7:05pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades 6-12: Hang out with your friends, eat cookies, sip on a hot or cold drink, and enjoy a different activity each time. Signup required.

Wed, Jan 15, 10:00am - 10:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 2-5 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. No signup required.

Wed, Jan 15, 11:00am - 11:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.

Wed, Jan 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Learn to digitize your photos and slides. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.

Wed, Jan 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Through guided instruction from Kathy Ruiter, combine gentle yoga poses with breathing awareness to relax the mind. Bring a yoga mat and a firm blanket. Signup required, begins on December 15.

Wed, Jan 15, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Warm up your winter with hearty dishes made without animal products. Sign up to attend online, or watch the recording later. Recipes, ingredient list, and Zoom link will be emailed 2 weeks prior.

Thu, Jan 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.

Thu, Jan 16, 11:30am - 1:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Open to anyone who wants to meet, mingle, and share tips on needlecraft projects. Supplies not provided. Drop-in event.

Thu, Jan 16, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages 3-8 with adult(s): Join us each week for themed stories, songs, activities, and a craft! Location: Orland Hills Community Center 16553 S. Haven Avenue. No signup required.

Thu, Jan 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Genre: Magical Realism | Led by: Jenn | Drop-in event

Fri, Jan 17, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Participate in stories, fingerplays, games, crafts, and songs. No signup required.

Sat, Jan 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
In this lecture and hands-on presentation, explore the state's fascinating archaeological record that spans some 13,000 years. Presented by anthropological archaeologist Dale Simpson. Signup required.

Mon, Jan 20, All day
Ages 3-5 years with adult(s): Sign up to receive a link every Monday morning for a weekly storytime recording. Watch the recording any time during the week.

Mon, Jan 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
An introduction on how to use Morningstar to help you research investment opportunities and build your investment knowledge. Signup required.

Mon, Jan 20, 10:15am - 10:45am
Drop by for a 30-minute storytime at Krema Coffee in the Oak Park Ave Train Station from 10:15-10:45 am, and visit the Bookmobile to pick up a craft kit between 10-11 am. No signup required.

Mon, Jan 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades 3-5: Enjoy some light improv and fun acting games. Signup required.
This event is full

Mon, Jan 20, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades K-2: Discover our "Mystery Animal" through a series of clues that we uncover. Bring your best detective skills and be ready to listen, move, and create. Signup required.
This event is full

Tue, Jan 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
Indy Room
Ages 2-5 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. Location: Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center, 8125 W 171st St, Tinley Park, IL 60477. No signup required.

Tue, Jan 21, 11:00am - 1:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Players of all skill levels are welcome. No instructor will be available on January 21. Drop-in event.

Tue, Jan 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Start your genealogy research with the library's edition of the popular database. Signup required.

Wed, Jan 22, 10:00am - 10:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 2-5 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. No signup required.

Wed, Jan 22, 11:00am - 11:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.

Wed, Jan 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Bring your iPhone or iPad to learn more about Apple's mobile devices. Signup required.

Wed, Jan 22, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B,Board Room
Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees

Thu, Jan 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.

Thu, Jan 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's word-processing software. Signup required.

Thu, Jan 23, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages 3-8 with adult(s): Join us each week for themed stories, songs, activities, and a craft! Location: Orland Hills Community Center 16553 S. Haven Avenue. No signup required.

Thu, Jan 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join comedian, actress, and podcast host Michelle Buteau for a virtual conversation on love and laughter. Signup required.
Register

Fri, Jan 24, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Enhance your professional presence with a LinkedIn profile. Signup required.

Fri, Jan 24, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades 6-12: Learn how to create digital works of art with a stylus and an iPad on the ProCreate app. Signup required.
This event is full

Sat, Jan 25, 10:30am - 11:15am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): A visual schedule and sensory supports will be available in this adaptive storytime. Join us for stories, songs, movement, and sensory activities. Signup required.

Sat, Jan 25, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Face off against others to complete the same puzzle. Teams of 4 will be formed the day of the event. Tinley Park cardholder signup begins Dec 15. If space allows, others may sign up beginning Jan 7.

Sun, Jan 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn about Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology innovations and how AI can influence various aspects of our lives and industries. Signup required.

Mon, Jan 27, All day
Ages 3-5 years with adult(s): Sign up to receive a link every Monday morning for a weekly storytime recording. Watch the recording any time during the week.

Mon, Jan 27, 10:00am - 10:45am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Work out your brain as well as your body in this fun, creative, and playful chair exercise program. Signup required for each in-person session. Signup for this session begins on December 15.

Mon, Jan 27, 10:00am - 10:45am
Work out your brain as well as your body in this fun, creative and playful chair exercise program. This virtual event is part of a series. Signup registers you for all virtual sessions.
Register

Mon, Jan 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Players of all skill levels are welcome. An instructor will be on hand to teach those new to the game. Drop-in event.

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. Drop-in event.

Tue, Jan 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
Indy Room
Ages 2-5 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. Location: Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center, 8125 W 171st St, Tinley Park, IL 60477. No signup required.

Tue, Jan 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
A comfortable social gathering for people living with dementia to attend with their care partners. Includes fun and creative engagement activities, music, and refreshments. Signup required.

Tue, Jan 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn techniques to help your resume get seen by a human. Signup required.

Wed, Jan 29, 10:00am - 10:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 2-5 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. No signup required.

Wed, Jan 29, 11:00am - 11:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.

Wed, Jan 29, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 4-5 years with adult(s): Design your own mini theater and have fun with some finger puppets. Signup required.

Wed, Jan 29, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Martina Mathisen portrays a flapper named Flora, telling us how fashion, crime, and prohibition shaped the decade of the century. Attend online or watch recording later. Signup required.

Thu, Jan 30, 10:00am - 10:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.

Thu, Jan 30, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages 3-8 with adult(s): Join us each week for themed stories, songs, activities, and a craft! Location: Orland Hills Community Center 16553 S. Haven Avenue. No signup required.

Thu, Jan 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Embrace joy, release stress, and have fun! Elaine Gotfryd Noonan will guide you through creative movements with focus on flow of body and breath. Bring a mat or towel. Signup begins on December 15.

Fri, Jan 31, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades K-2: Play along as the library turns into a lava jumping adventure! Players must imagine that the floor is molten hot lava while jumping across foam game pieces! Signup required.
This event is full

Fri, Jan 31, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades 3-5: Transform printed numbers into animals as you work on your drawing skills. Signup required.

Sat, Feb 01, All day
Grades K-12: Decorate a reading-themed bookmark for a chance to win a prize! Winning bookmarks will be displayed at the library.

Sat, Feb 01, All day
Discarded library magazines are available for free on the first Saturday of the month.

Sat, Feb 01, 10:15am - 10:45am
Drop by for a 30-minute storytime at Krema Coffee in the Oak Park Ave Train Station from 10:15-10:45 am, and visit the Bookmobile to pick up a craft kit between 10-11 am. No signup required.

Sun, Feb 02, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Families: Join us for a storytime and an opportunity to learn about the beginnings of our very own community, Tinley Park! Located at Tinley Park Historical Society, 6727 174th St. No signup required.

Mon, Feb 03, All day
Families with children ages 3-8: Sign up for a movie subscription bag with a new theme each month! This month is focused on Friendship. One signup per family, begins Jan 15. Pickup begins Feb 3.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 12:00am

Mon, Feb 03, All day
Families with children ages 9-12: Sign up for a movie subscription bag with a new theme each month! This month is focused on Friendship. One signup per family, begins Jan 15. Pickup begins Feb 3.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 12:00am

Mon, Feb 03, All day
Ages 3-5 years with adult(s): Sign up to receive a link every Monday morning for a weekly storytime recording. Watch the recording any time during the week.

Mon, Feb 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn how to use various Google apps on your smartphone. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 9:00am

Tue, Feb 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
Indy Room
Ages 2-5 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. Location: Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center, 8125 W 171st St, Tinley Park, IL 60477. No signup required.

Tue, Feb 04, 11:00am - 1:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Players of all skill levels are welcome. An instructor will be on hand to teach those new to the game. Drop-in event.

Tue, Feb 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades 6-12: Explore the universe of One Night Ultimate Games. Can you spot the secret werewolf, alien, or supervillain? Light refreshments served. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 12:00am

Tue, Feb 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us for a virtual interview with bestselling author James McBride. Explore his literary journey and the themes of race, identity, and resilience that resonate throughout his work. Signup required.
Register

Wed, Feb 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 2-5 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. No signup required.

Wed, Feb 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.

Wed, Feb 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Genre: History | Led by: Kate | Drop-in event

Wed, Feb 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Banquet Room
Join us at The Vogt House by Banging Gavel Brews, as local paranormal expert Bob Trzeciak shares stories of supernatural sightings at nightspots in and around Chicago. Ages 21+. Signup required.

Thu, Feb 06, 10:00am - 10:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.

Thu, Feb 06, 11:30am - 1:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Open to anyone who wants to meet, mingle, and share tips on needlecraft projects. Supplies not provided. Drop-in event.

Thu, Feb 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades 3-5: Each month, we'll discuss a different nominee from the 2025 Bluestem Readers' Choice List while enjoying a snack. We'll conclude with fun activities! Signup required.

Thu, Feb 06, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Familiarize yourself with Microsoft's Windows 11. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 9:00am

Thu, Feb 06, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages 3-8 with adult(s): Join us each week for themed stories, songs, activities, and a craft! Location: Orland Hills Community Center 16553 S. Haven Avenue. No signup required.

Fri, Feb 07, 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, January 15 2025 at 9:00am

Rescheduled
Fri, Feb 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
New date Friday, February 07, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Participate in stories, fingerplays, games, crafts, and songs. No signup required.

Fri, Feb 07, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Participate in stories, fingerplays, games, crafts, and songs. No signup required.

Sat, Feb 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Families: Drop in to meet representatives from local preschools to help you find the right experience for your child. No signup required.

Sat, Feb 08, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
In this portrayal, Abraham Lincoln discusses the twelve turbulent years from 1854 to 1865 which nearly destroyed our young nation but instead resulted in a "new birth of freedom." Signup required.

Mon, Feb 10, All day
Ages 3-5 years with adult(s): Sign up to receive a link every Monday morning for a weekly storytime recording. Watch the recording any time during the week.

Mon, Feb 10, 10:00am - 10:45am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Work out your brain as well as your body in this fun, creative, and playful chair exercise program. Signup required for each in-person session. Signup for this session begins on January 15.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 9:00am

Mon, Feb 10, 10:00am - 10:45am
Work out your brain as well as your body in this fun, creative and playful chair exercise program. This virtual event is part of a series. Signup registers you for all virtual sessions.
Register

Mon, Feb 10, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Grades K-2: Love is in the air! Join us in making a Valentine's Day decoration as well as a card for that special someone! Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 12:00am

Mon, Feb 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn how to remotely access the library's collection of eMagazines on your favorite devices. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 9:00am

Tue, Feb 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
Indy Room
Ages 2-5 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. Location: Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center, 8125 W 171st St, Tinley Park, IL 60477. No signup required.

Tue, Feb 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Home specialist Mark Levy discusses housing, care options, and financial considerations when planning for yourself or a loved one. In partnership with Pathlights. At TP Senior Center. Signup required.

Tue, Feb 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades 6-12: Help plan teen programs at the library. Pizza and pop are served. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 12:00am

Tue, Feb 11, 7:05pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades 6-12: Hang out with your friends, eat cookies, sip on a hot or cold drink, and enjoy a different activity each time. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 12:00am

Wed, Feb 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 2-5 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. No signup required.

Wed, Feb 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.

Wed, Feb 12, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Genre: Dystopian | Led by: Dominique | Drop-in event

Wed, Feb 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Learn to temper chocolate, make ganache and craft enchanting desserts. Sign up to attend online, or watch the recording later. Recipes, ingredient list, and Zoom link will be emailed 2 weeks prior.

Wed, Feb 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Watch at home and come to the library to discuss. 2020 | R | 114 minutes | Drama | Drop-in event

Thu, Feb 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.

Thu, Feb 13, 11:30am - 12:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Instructor Kathy Ruiter will guide you in gentle, non-strenuous chair exercises and meditation. Signup is required and begins on January 15.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 9:00am

Thu, Feb 13, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages 3-8 with adult(s): Join us each week for themed stories, songs, activities, and a craft! Location: Orland Hills Community Center 16553 S. Haven Avenue. No signup required.

Thu, Feb 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Join historian Clarence Goodman as he delves into the rich, nuanced, and profound history of Black Chicagoans throughout the years. Signup required.

Fri, Feb 14, 11:00am - 1:12pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
2024 | PG-13 | 132 minutes | Romantic Comedy, Drama | Closed Captioning | Drop-in event.

Fri, Feb 14, 2:00pm - 4:12pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
2024 | PG-13 | 132 minutes | Romantic Comedy, Drama | Closed Captioning | Drop-in event.

Sat, Feb 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Enjoy children's stories and songs in Arabic. No signup required.

Mon, Feb 17, 10:15am - 10:45am
Drop by for a 30-minute storytime at Krema Coffee in the Oak Park Ave Train Station from 10:15-10:45 am, and visit the Bookmobile to pick up a craft kit between 10-11 am. No signup required.

Mon, Feb 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Bring your phone or tablet to learn what makes Android unique. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 9:00am

Mon, Feb 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades 3-5: Learn how to play the card game Speed. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 12:00am

Mon, Feb 17, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 4-5 years with adult(s): Calling all budding ballerinas! Twirl and whirl your way through this program as we dance, create a craft, and more! Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 12:00am

Tue, Feb 18, 11:00am - 1:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Players of all skill levels are welcome. An instructor will be on hand to teach those new to the game. Drop-in event.

Tue, Feb 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Bring your iPhone or iPad to learn more about Apple's mobile devices. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 9:00am

Tue, Feb 18, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 4-5 years with adult(s): Your child and their favorite adult will create a keepsake art project. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 12:00am

Wed, Feb 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Art educator Brandon Johnson discusses the moral lessons and enduring legacy of Pinocchio, a wooden puppet who yearns to become a real boy. Signup required.

Wed, Feb 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Through guided instruction from Kathy Ruiter, combine gentle yoga poses with breathing awareness to relax the mind. Bring a yoga mat and a firm blanket. Signup required, begins on January 15.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, Feb 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us for a virtual interview with bestselling author Amy Tan. Amy will discuss her latest work and share insights into the inspirations behind her unforgettable characters. Signup required
Register

Thu, Feb 20, 11:30am - 1:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Open to anyone who wants to meet, mingle, and share tips on needlecraft projects. Supplies not provided. Drop-in event.

Thu, Feb 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Genre: Romantic Comedy | Led by: Cindy | Drop-in event

Cancelled
Fri, Feb 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's spreadsheet application. Signup required.

Fri, Feb 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's spreadsheet application. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 9:00am

Rescheduled
Fri, Feb 21, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
New date Friday, February 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Families: Come to the library to spend some quality time together! Join us for a fun night of glow-in-the-dark bingo. No signup required.

Fri, Feb 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Families: Come to the library to spend some quality time together! Join us for a fun night of glow-in-the-dark bingo. No signup required.

Sat, Feb 22, 10:30am - 11:15am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): A visual schedule and sensory supports will be available in this adaptive storytime. Join us for stories, songs, movement, and sensory activities. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 12:00am

Sat, Feb 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn about Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology innovations and how AI can influence various aspects of our lives and industries. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 9:00am

Mon, Feb 24, 10:00am - 10:45am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Work out your brain as well as your body in this fun, creative, and playful chair exercise program. Signup required for each in-person session. Signup for this session begins on January 15.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 9:00am

Mon, Feb 24, 10:00am - 10:45am
Work out your brain as well as your body in this fun, creative and playful chair exercise program. This virtual event is part of a series. Signup registers you for all virtual sessions.
Register

Mon, Feb 24, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Players of all skill levels are welcome. An instructor will be on hand to teach those new to the game. Drop-in event.

Mon, Feb 24, 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. Drop-in event.

Tue, Feb 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
A comfortable social gathering for people living with dementia to attend with their care partners. Includes fun and creative engagement activities, music, and refreshments. Signup required.

Tue, Feb 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn to digitize your VHS tapes. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 9:00am

Tue, Feb 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn how to remotely access the library's collection of eAudiobooks and eBooks on your favorite devices. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, Feb 26, 10:00am - 10:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 2-3 years with adult(s): Kids will engage with interactive stories and move to upbeat rhythms. No signup required.

Wed, Feb 26, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades K-2: Discover, learn, and create, all while having fun! Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 12:00am

Wed, Feb 26, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees

Wed, Feb 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Grades 3-5: Create and bring your own Electro Dough animals or creatures to life with LED eyes, buzzing bodies, and silly switches. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 12:00am

Thu, Feb 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn to digitize your vinyl records and cassette tapes using our conversion station. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 9:00am

Thu, Feb 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Embrace joy, release stress, and have fun! Elaine Gotfryd Noonan will guide you through creative movements with focus on flow of body and breath. Bring a mat or towel. Signup begins on January 15.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 9:00am

Fri, Feb 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn how to create Microsoft PowerPoint slideshows with dynamic features to spice up your presentations. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 9:00am

Fri, Feb 28, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades 6-12: Choose from two seasonal projects as you visit with other sewers. All supplies provided. Signup required.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 12:00am

Sat, Mar 01, All day
Discarded library magazines are available for free on the first Saturday of the month.

Mon, Mar 03, All day
Families with children ages 9-12: Sign up for a movie subscription box with a new theme each month! This month is focused on Female Main Characters. One signup per family. Pickup begins March 3.

Mon, Mar 03, All day
Families with children ages 3-8: Sign up for a movie subscription box with a new theme each month! This month is focused on Female Main Characters. One signup per family. Pickup begins March 3.

Mon, Mar 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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 Saturday, February 15 2025 at 9:00am

Tue, Mar 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
Indy Room
Ages 2-5 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. Location: Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center, 8125 W 171st St, Tinley Park, IL 60477. No signup required.

Tue, Mar 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn how to use the free graphic design tool Canva to create presentations for school or work.
Registration opens Saturday, February 15 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, Mar 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 2-5 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. No signup required.

Wed, Mar 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.

Wed, Mar 05, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Bring your iPhone or iPad to learn more about Apple's mobile devices. Signup required.
Registration opens Saturday, February 15 2025 at 9:00am

Thu, Mar 06, 10:00am - 10:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.

Thu, Mar 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Grades 3-5: Each month, we'll discuss a different nominee from the 2025 Bluestem Readers' Choice List while enjoying a snack. We'll conclude with fun activities! Signup required.
Registration opens Saturday, February 15 2025 at 12:00am

Thu, Mar 06, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages 3-8 with adult(s): Join us each week for themed stories, songs, activities, and a craft! Location: Orland Hills Community Center 16553 S. Haven Avenue. No signup required.

Fri, Mar 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Families: Be the first to answer family-friendly trivia while playing Kahoot!, the game where speed counts! Ideal for families with children ages 5 and up. No signup required.

Sat, Mar 08, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn how to use Creativebug to discover professionally-curated arts and crafts projects including videos and step-by-step guides. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Registration opens Saturday, February 15 2025 at 9:00am

Mon, Mar 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades K-2: Here we go! Lets celebrate all things Mario with some games and crafts! Signup required.
Registration opens Saturday, February 15 2025 at 12:00am

Mon, Mar 10, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Grades K-5: Readers practice their developing skills out loud to a greyhound dog for up to 15 minutes. Start times at 6:30 and 6:45 pm. Further details on library event calendar. Signup required.
Registration opens Saturday, February 15 2025 at 12:00am

Mon, Mar 10, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Grades K-5: Readers practice their developing skills out loud to a greyhound dog for up to 15 minutes. Start times at 7 and 7:15 pm. Further details on library event calendar. Signup required.
Registration opens Saturday, February 15 2025 at 12:00am

Mon, Mar 10, 7:30pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Grades K-5: Readers practice their developing skills out loud to a greyhound dog for up to 15 minutes. Start times at 7:30 and 7:45 pm. Further details on library event calendar. Signup required.
Registration opens Saturday, February 15 2025 at 12:00am

Tue, Mar 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
Indy Room
Ages 2-5 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. Location: Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center, 8125 W 171st St, Tinley Park, IL 60477. No signup required.

Tue, Mar 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Familiarize yourself with Microsoft's Windows 11. Signup required.
Registration opens Saturday, February 15 2025 at 9:00am

Tue, Mar 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades 6-12: Help plan teen programs at the library. Pizza and pop are served. Signup required.
Registration opens Saturday, February 15 2025 at 12:00am

Tue, Mar 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Grades 6-12: Hang out with your friends, eat cookies, sip on a hot or cold drink, and enjoy a different activity each time. Signup required.
Registration opens Saturday, February 15 2025 at 12:00am

Wed, Mar 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 2-5 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. No signup required.

Wed, Mar 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.

Wed, Mar 12, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Genre: Mythology, Historical | Led by: Megan | Drop-in event

Wed, Mar 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Watch at home and come to the library to discuss. 2015 | PG-13 | 106 minutes | History, Drama | Drop-in event

Thu, Mar 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.

Thu, Mar 13, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages 3-8 with adult(s): Join us each week for themed stories, songs, activities, and a craft! Location: Orland Hills Community Center 16553 S. Haven Avenue. No signup required.

Fri, Mar 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B,Conversion Station
Learn to digitize your photos and slides. Signup required, open to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.
Registration opens Saturday, February 15 2025 at 9:00am

Sat, Mar 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Enjoy children's stories and songs in Arabic. No signup required.

Mon, Mar 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn how to use various Google apps on your smartphone. Signup required.
Registration opens Saturday, February 15 2025 at 9:00am

Tue, Mar 18, 10:00am - 10:30am
Indy Room
Ages 2-5 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. Location: Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center, 8125 W 171st St, Tinley Park, IL 60477. No signup required.

Tue, Mar 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's spreadsheet application. Signup required.
Registration opens Saturday, February 15 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, Mar 19, 10:00am - 10:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 2-5 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft. No signup required.

Wed, Mar 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.

Wed, Mar 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room B
Kandis Draw of the HAP Foundation will discuss the different stressors caregivers may face and share tips and strategies for self-care. This event is in partnership with Pathlights. Signup required.

Thu, Mar 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages Birth-23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs, and rhymes for caregiver and child to share. No signup required.

Thu, Mar 20, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages 3-8 with adult(s): Join us each week for themed stories, songs, activities, and a craft! Location: Orland Hills Community Center 16553 S. Haven Avenue. No signup required.

Thu, Mar 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A
Genre: Historical, Mystery | Led by: Jenn | Drop-in event

Fri, Mar 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Learn to format and arrange data to improve the functionality and analysis of your dataset. Signup required.
Registration opens Saturday, February 15 2025 at 9:00am

Fri, Mar 21, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): Participate in stories, fingerplays, games, crafts, and songs. No signup required.

Sat, Mar 22, 10:30am - 11:15am
1st floor - Meeting Room A&B
Ages 3-8 years with adult(s): A visual schedule and sensory supports will be available in this adaptive storytime. Join us for stories, songs, movement, and sensory activities. Signup required.
Registration opens Saturday, February 15 2025 at 12:00am