Fan Fiction Writing Workshop

Take 2 Documentary Film Series - American Masters: This is Bob Hope

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Sat, Nov 17, 10:30am - 11:00am

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

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Sat, Nov 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

American Masters: This is Bob Hope, 120 minutes

Let's Play

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Sat, Nov 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Grades: 4-5. Play new video games with other game enthusiasts!

Registration is now closed

Word: Tables, Templates, & Macros

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Sat, Nov 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

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

Registration is now closed

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Mon, Nov 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

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

This event is full

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Mon, Nov 19, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

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

Joker's Wild Card Club

1st floor – Meeting Room A

Tue, Nov 20, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Meet up with others interested in playing various card games. For amusement only; no gambling permitted.

Windows 10: Basics

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Tue, Nov 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Familiarize yourself with Microsoft's newest operating system.

This event is full

Art Adventure

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Tue, Nov 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Grades: 2–3.Explore art through hands on projects and stories.

This event is full

Rescheduled

Rock, Paper, Scissors Tournament

Tue, Nov 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

New date Tuesday, November 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Kick back with cookies and a hot or cool drink, hang out with your friends, and enjoy a new game or craft!

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Tue, Nov 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Who will be the ultimate RPS champion?!

Budding Readers - Family

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Wed, Nov 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Grades: K-1. Kindergartners and first graders will participate in activities and crafts that support their emerging reading skills.

Share-a-Language Storytime - Arabic

Thu, Nov 22, All day

The library is closed in observance of the holiday.

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Sat, Nov 24, 10:30am - 11:15am

Ages 3-8 years with parents. Enjoy children's stories and songs in diverse languages.

Eddie Korosa in concert

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Sun, Nov 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Eddie Korosa's "November-fest"

Tech Time: Drop-in Help

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Mon, Nov 26, 9:00am - 11:00am

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

Monday Mornings @ the Library - Radio Goes to War

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Mon, Nov 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm

World War II marked the first time Americans could hear about a global war through radio. Join Steve Darnall, examining some of the ways radio brought the war into the lives of its listeners.

The Write Life Writers Group

1st floor – Meeting Room A

Mon, Nov 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

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

1st floor – Meeting Room B

Mon, Nov 26, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Connect with other local writers, eager to improve their craft and help you improve yours. On 10/29, Chicago author and writing teacher Barbara Gregorich will host the meeting.

Online Privacy & Security

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Tue, Nov 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Learn strategies for keeping your digital belongings private.

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Tue, Nov 27, 10:00am - 10:30am

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

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Tue, Nov 27, 11:00am - 11:20am

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

Tinley Tomes - "Fahrenheit 451" by Ray Bradbury

Tue, Nov 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Kick back with cookies and a hot or cool drink, hang out with your friends, and enjoy a new game or craft!

1st floor – Meeting Room A

Tue, Nov 27, 7:30pm - 8:30pm

The Tuesday, November 27, 2018 Tomes selection is "Fahrenheit 451" by Ray Bradbury

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Wed, Nov 28, 10:00am - 10:20am

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

Digitize It: Vinyl Audio Restoration

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Wed, Nov 28, 11:00am - 11:30am

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

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Wed, Nov 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Convert and edit vinyl records and cassette tapes. Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.

Art Explorers - Textured Collages

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Wed, Nov 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

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

This event is full

Introduction to Cloud Storage

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Thu, Nov 29, 10:00am - 10:20am

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

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Thu, Nov 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Learn the benefits and drawbacks of cloud storage.

This event is full

Digitize It: Photos & Slides

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Thu, Nov 29, 6:30pm - 6:50pm

Storytime for 3-35 months and parent Introduce your baby to books, reading, and the library! No registration required.

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Fri, Nov 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Scan photographs and slides. Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.

This event is full

Teen Movie Night: You Pick!

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Fri, Nov 30, 10:00am - 10:20am

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

Build a Website

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Fri, Nov 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Create a website with Wordpress. Signup begins on August 20 for each class in this series.

This event is full

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Fri, Nov 30, 5:30pm - 8:30pm

All November long, you can visit Youth Services to vote for the movie you'd like to see! After all the votes have been counted, we'll show the winning movie and serve popcorn and pop!

Family Fun Nights: Game Night - Bingo

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Fri, Nov 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Ages: Children and their parents. Come to the library and spend some quality time with your family!

Windows 10: Basics

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Sat, Dec 01, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Familiarize yourself with Microsoft's newest operating system.

Registration opens Tuesday, November 20 2018 at 9:00am

Sensory Storytime - Cookies

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Sat, Dec 01, 10:30am - 11:15am

Ages: 3-8 years with parents. Children of all abilities are invited to participate at their own pace in stories, activities, and songs.

Movies & Books

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

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

Same Kind of Different as Me PG-13, 119 minutes Book: Same Kind of Different as Me by Ron Hall

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Sat, Dec 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

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

Registration opens Tuesday, November 20 2018 at 9:00am

Magazine Giveaway

Lobby

Mon, Dec 03, All day

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

Excel: Home Budgeting

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

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

Registration opens Tuesday, November 20 2018 at 9:00am

Online Privacy & Security

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

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

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Tue, Dec 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Learn strategies for keeping your digital life safe.

Registration opens Tuesday, November 20 2018 at 9:00am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

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

Partners in Crime - "How The Light Gets In" by Louise Penny

1st floor – Meeting Room A

Tue, Dec 04, 11:00am - 1:00pm

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

Word Art

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Tue, Dec 04, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Grades: 4-5. Make a collage all about yourself, using words and pictures from magazines and newspapers.

Registration opens Tuesday, November 20 2018 at 12:00am

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Tue, Dec 04, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Special ticketed event for current PIC members who have reserved their space with Fran will meet at a local restaurant for dinner and book discussion.

Word: Basics

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Tue, Dec 04, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

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

Registration opens Tuesday, November 20 2018 at 9:00am

Rebecca Caudill Book Club

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

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

Grades 6-8. Each month, we'll discuss a different nomineee from the 2019 Rebecca Caudill Young Readers' Book Award List. Snacks and drinks will be served.

Registration opens Tuesday, November 20 2018 at 12:00am

Cut the Cable Cord

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

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

Registration opens Tuesday, November 20 2018 at 9:00am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

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

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

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

Wiggle Worms - Reindeer

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Wed, Dec 05, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Ages 2–3 years with parents. A fun activity is planned for you and your child. We will sing songs, read stories, play games and then do two fun crafts!

Registration opens Tuesday, November 20 2018 at 12:00am

Letters From the Heart

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

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

Author Dennis Depcik returns to share his personal and heartwarming story of his military experience and what letters from home meant to him and other soldiers.

Registration opens Tuesday, November 20 2018 at 9:00am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

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

Bluestem Book Club - A Tangle of Knots

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Thu, Dec 06, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Open to anyone who wants to meet, mingle, and share tips on needlecraft projects. Bring your own supplies.

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Thu, Dec 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Grades: Entering 3-5. Discuss a nominee from the 2019 Bluestem List while enjoying a snack. Then, we will close with a fun activity! December: A Tangle of Knots by Lisa Graff

Registration opens Tuesday, November 20 2018 at 12:00am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

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

Magic: The Gathering for Teens: Learn to Play

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

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

Creative Corner

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

Grades: 2-3. We will create a unique project (or two!) using paper in a variety of ways.

Registration opens Tuesday, November 20 2018 at 12:00am

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

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

Learn how to play this popular trading card game. We'll go over rules, strategy, and the mechanics of the game.

Registration opens Tuesday, November 20 2018 at 12:00am

Excel Intermediate: Functions & Charts

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

Learn intermediate level functions, and applying limits to cells.

Registration opens Tuesday, November 20 2018 at 9:00am

Share-a-Language - Spanish

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Sat, Dec 08, 10:30am - 11:15am

Ages 3-8 years with parents Spanish: December 8, January 5, February 2 Enjoy children's stories and songs in diverse languages.

Cut it Out: DIY Scrapbooking

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Mon, Dec 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Design and cut unique stickers, labels, and other decor using our Studio's vinyl cutter and software. Registrants should be comfortable using computers. Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.

Registration opens Tuesday, November 20 2018 at 9:00am

Panera Cookies and Milk Storytime

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

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

Registration opens Tuesday, November 20 2018 at 12:00am

Early Bird Flicks - The Man Who Invented Christmas

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

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

The Man Who Invented Christmas PG, 104 minutes

Early Bird Flicks - The Man Who Invented Christmas

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

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

The Man Who Invented Christmas PG, 104 minutes

Digitize It: Vinyl Audio Restoration

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

Convert and edit vinyl records and cassette tapes. Registrants should be comfortable using computers. Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.

Registration opens Tuesday, November 20 2018 at 9:00am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

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

Introduction to PCs

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Tue, Dec 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Learn the fundamentals of personal computing.

Registration opens Tuesday, November 20 2018 at 9:00am

Youth Advisory Council (YAC)

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

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

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Tue, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Grades 6-12. Help plan what teens do at the library. It's your library! Make it what you want it to be! Pizza and pop served.

Registration opens Tuesday, November 20 2018 at 12:00am

Word: Tables, Templates, & Macros

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

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

Registration opens Tuesday, November 20 2018 at 9:00am

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

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

Eat cookies, enjoy a hot or cold drink, and hang out with your friends!

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

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

Digitize It: VHS Tapes

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Wed, Dec 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm

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

Registration opens Tuesday, November 20 2018 at 9:00am

Excel Basics: Operations & Formatting

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

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

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Wed, Dec 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's spreadsheet application.

Registration opens Tuesday, November 20 2018 at 9:00am

Art Explorers - Georges Seurat

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Wed, Dec 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Grades 2-3 December 12: Georges Seurat Explore different artists, techniques, and styles through hands-on art projects.

Registration opens Tuesday, November 20 2018 at 12:00am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

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

Storybook Friends - Fancy Nancy

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Thu, Dec 13, 11:00am - 12:30pm

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

Registration opens Tuesday, November 20 2018 at 9:00am

Digital Sound Recording

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

Record your own oral history, music, or podcast. Registrants should be comfortable using computers. Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.

Registration opens Tuesday, November 20 2018 at 9:00am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

Grades: K-1. Spend an hour with your favorite picture book characters.

Registration opens Tuesday, November 20 2018 at 12:00am

Mix It Up - Harry Potter Trivia

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

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

Parmesans Station

Thu, Dec 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Enjoy a magical night of trivia. Muggles, Wizards, Witches and Squibs all welcomed!

Registration opens Tuesday, November 20 2018 at 9:00am

Comics, Games, and More

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Thu, Dec 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

You plan the themes surrounding comics, pop culture, video games and more. Snacks, games and fun are included.

Registration opens Tuesday, November 20 2018 at 12:00am

Digitize It: 8mm & Super 8 Reels

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

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

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

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

Registration opens Tuesday, November 20 2018 at 9:00am

Family Pajamarama

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Fri, Dec 14, 7:00pm - 7:45pm

Ages: 3-8 years and parents. Families enjoy stories, songs, crafts and games. Children may come dressed for bedtime.

Take 2 Documentary Film Series - Harry Potter: A History of Magic

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Sat, Dec 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

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

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Sat, Dec 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

In celebration of the 20th anniversary of the first Harry Potter book, this documentary visits the real-life magical history behind J.K. Rowling’s beloved classics. 60 minutes

Minecraft

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Sat, Dec 15, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Grades: 4-5. Play Minecraft on laptops and iPads with other Minecraft fans!

Registration opens Tuesday, November 20 2018 at 12:00am

Digitize It: Photos & Slides

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Mon, Dec 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

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

Registration opens Tuesday, November 20 2018 at 9:00am

Build a Website

Mon, Dec 17, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Build websites and blogs with WordPress and HTML.

Registration opens Tuesday, November 20 2018 at 9:00am

Read, Rock & Rhyme

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Mon, Dec 17, 6:30pm - 7:15pm

Ages: 3-5 years with parents. This early literacy program for parent and child incorporates stories, movement, songs, and activities.

Registration opens Tuesday, November 20 2018 at 12:00am

The Essential Christmas Carol

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Mon, Dec 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Learn fascinating insights about Charles Dickens and his famous novel as storyteller William Pack performs a reading from Dickens’ 1867 script of the classic story, enhanced with a magic lantern show.

Registration opens Tuesday, November 20 2018 at 9:00am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Tue, Dec 18, 10:00am - 10:30am

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

Teen Tabletop Night: Sushi Go!

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Tue, Dec 18, 11:00am - 11:20am

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

Joker's Wild Card Club

1st floor – Meeting Room A

Tue, Dec 18, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Meet up with others interested in playing various card games. For amusement only; no gambling permitted.

Study Hall for Finals

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Tue, Dec 18, 4:00pm - 9:00pm

Study Hall for High School Finals

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Tue, Dec 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

We'll be playing the fast-paced and fun card game Sushi Go!

Registration opens Tuesday, November 20 2018 at 12:00am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Wed, Dec 19, 10:00am - 10:20am

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

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Wed, Dec 19, 11:00am - 11:30am

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

Study Hall for Finals

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Wed, Dec 19, 4:00pm - 9:00pm

Study Hall for High School Finals

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

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

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Thu, Dec 20, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Open to anyone who wants to meet, mingle, and share tips on needlecraft projects. Bring your own supplies.

Study Hall for Finals

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Thu, Dec 20, 4:00pm - 9:00pm

Study Hall for High School Finals

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Thu, Dec 20, 6:30pm - 6:50pm

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

Color Me Mellow

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Thu, Dec 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Doors open at 6:30 pm

Books with Buzz

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Thu, Dec 20, 7:30pm - 8:30pm

Books with Buzz, our book group featuring trending reads, meets on the third Thursday of even-numbered months.

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Fri, Dec 21, 10:00am - 10:20am

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

Ready Set Create

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Fri, Dec 21, 6:30pm - 7:15pm

Grades: K-1. We will create a unique project (or two!) using paper in a variety of ways.

Registration opens Tuesday, November 20 2018 at 12:00am

Share-a-Language - Arabic

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Sat, Dec 22, 10:00am - 12:00pm

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

Registration opens Tuesday, November 20 2018 at 9:00am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Sat, Dec 22, 10:30am - 11:15am

Ages: 3-8 years and parents. Arabic: December 22, January 19, and February 16 Enjoy children's stories and songs in diverse languages.

Mon, Dec 24, All day

The library is closed in observance of the holiday.

Introduction to Cloud Storage

Tue, Dec 25, All day

The library is closed in observance of the holiday.

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Fri, Dec 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Learn the benefits and drawbacks of cloud storage.

Registration opens Tuesday, November 20 2018 at 9:00am

Family Fun Nights: Movie Night - Incredibles 2

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Fri, Dec 28, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Ages: Children with their parents. Come to the library and spend some quality time with your family!

Sensory Storytime - In the Night

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Sat, Dec 29, 10:30am - 11:15am

Ages: 3-8 years with parents. Children of all abilities are invited to participate at their own pace in stories, activities, and songs.

Mon, Dec 31, All day

The library is closed in observance of the holiday.

Tue, Jan 01, All day

We are closed today.

New Year's Party

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

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

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 12:00am

Winter Art

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Wed, Jan 02, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Grades: K-1. You will create a snowman that will not melt.

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 12:00am

Bluestem Book Club - What was the Great Chicago Fire?

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Thu, Jan 03, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Open to anyone who wants to meet, mingle, and share tips on needlecraft projects. Bring your own supplies.

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

Grades: Entering 3-5. Discuss a nominee from the 2019 Bluestem List while enjoying a snack. Then, we will close with a fun activity!

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 12:00am

Magic Show

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

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

Start the new year with a bit of magic from Morris, The Magic Man!

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 12:00am

Explore!

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

Grades: 2-3. Explore the wonders of the Arctic through science, art, and hands-on activities

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 12:00am

YAC Lock-In

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Fri, Jan 04, 8:00pm - 11:55pm

Lock-In for YAC members

Share-a-Language - Spanish

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Sat, Jan 05, 10:30am - 11:15am

Ages 3-8 years with parents Spanish: December 8, January 5, February 2 Enjoy children's stories and songs in diverse languages.

Monday Mornings @ the Library - Navigating Senior Living

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Mon, Jan 07, 4:30am - 5:30pm

Grades: 4-5. Experience a new, fun math activity each week, for 8 weeks. Have a blast learning the math behind exciting activities!

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 12:00am

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Mon, Jan 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm

With all the different types of senior care available, it’s difficult to know where to begin and then the issue is how to pay for it all. We will explore options so you can plan for the future.

Cut the Cable Cord

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Mon, Jan 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

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

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 9:00am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

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

Youth Advisory Council (YAC)

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

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

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

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

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

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 12:00am

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

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

Eat cookies, enjoy a hot or cold drink, and hang out with your friends!

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

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

Tinley Tomes - The 100-Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out the Window

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

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

1st floor – Meeting Room A

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

The Wednesday, January 9, 2019 Tomes selection is "The 100-Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out the Window and Disappeared" by Jonas Jonasson.

Excel: Pivot Tables

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Wed, Jan 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

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

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 9:00am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

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

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Thu, Jan 10, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Instructor Kathy Ruiter will guide you in gentle, non-strenuous chair exercises and meditation. Registration for each class begins on the 20th of the month for the following month's programs.

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 9:00am

Mix It Up - Football Trivia

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

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

Comics, Games, and More

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

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

You plan the themes surrounding comics, pop culture, video games and more. Snacks, games, and fun are included.

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 12:00am

Parmesans Station

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

Down, Set, Hut! See how well you know American football!

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 9:00am

Digitize It: 8mm & Super 8 Reels

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

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

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Fri, Jan 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

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

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 9:00am

Young Explorers

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Fri, Jan 11, 6:30pm - 7:15pm

Grades: K-1. Explore the wonders of the Arctic through science, art, and hands-on activities.

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 12:00am

Escape Room: Hogwarts Edition

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Fri, Jan 11, 6:30pm - 7:15pm

You and your fellow wizards will work together to solve Harry Potter-themed puzzles, mysteries, and riddles in order to escape the Room of Requirement. Please sign up for only one time slot.

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 12:00am

Escape Room: Hogwarts Edition

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Fri, Jan 11, 7:30pm - 8:15pm

You and your fellow wizards will work together to solve Harry Potter-themed puzzles, mysteries, and riddles in order to escape the Room of Requirement. Please sign up for only one time slot.

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 12:00am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Sat, Jan 12, 10:30am - 11:00am

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

Let's Play

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Sat, Jan 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Grades: 4-5. Try out computer and app games.

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 12:00am

Let's Play

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Sat, Jan 12, 3:15pm - 4:15pm

Grades: 2-3. Try out computer and app games.

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 12:00am

Panera Cookies & Milk Storytime

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Mon, Jan 14, 4:30am - 5:30pm

Grades: 4-5. Experience a new, fun math activity each week, for 8 weeks. Have a blast learning the math behind exciting activities!

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 12:00am

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

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

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 12:00am

Early Bird Flicks - Chappaquiddick

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

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

Chappaquiddick PG-13, 107 minutes

Outlook: Basics

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

Learn the basics of Microsoft Outlook 2013.

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 9:00am

Early Bird Flicks - Chappaquiddick

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

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

Chappaquiddick PG-13, 107 minutes

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Mon, Jan 14, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

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

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 9:00am

"Sew" Simple

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

Grades 4-8. Learn some simple stitches and make your own Cocoa Cup Cozy.

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 12:00am

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

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

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 12:00am

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Mon, Jan 14, 7:30pm - 8:00pm

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

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 9:00am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Tue, Jan 15, 10:00am - 10:30am

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

Beginner's Internet

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Tue, Jan 15, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Learn how to find and evaluate info on the web.

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 9:00am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Tue, Jan 15, 11:00am - 11:20am

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

Joker's Wild Card Club

1st floor – Meeting Room A

Tue, Jan 15, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Meet up with others interested in playing various card games. For amusement only; no gambling permitted.

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Tue, Jan 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

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

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 9:00am

Mission Improvable

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Tue, Jan 15, 7:30pm - 8:30pm

Enjoy this hilarious performance by our teen improv troupe!

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Wed, Jan 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm

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

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 9:00am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

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

Art Explorers - Giraffes Can't Dance

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Wed, Jan 16, 11:00am - 11:30am

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

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Wed, Jan 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

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

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 12:00am

Online Job Searching

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Wed, Jan 16, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

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

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 9:00am

Baking with Vegetables

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

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

Chef Rose Deneen will introduce us to her first cookbook by demonstrating a few recipes and providing samples, all made with vegetables.

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 9:00am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

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

Online Privacy & Security

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Thu, Jan 17, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Open to anyone who wants to meet, mingle, and share tips on needlecraft projects. Bring your own supplies.

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

Learn strategies for keeping your digital life safe.

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 9:00am

Storybook Friends - Curious George Adventure

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

Grades: K-1. Spend an hour with your favorite picture book characters.

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 12:00am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Thu, Jan 17, 6:30pm - 6:50pm

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

Share-a-Language - Arabic

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Fri, Jan 18, 10:00am - 10:20am

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

Hello, Google Drive

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Fri, Jan 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Google Drive is a file storage service, and encompasses Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides. This program requires a Google/Gmail Account.

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 9:00am

Digitize It: VHS Tapes

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Fri, Jan 18, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

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

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 9:00am

Family Pajamarama

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

Ages: 3-8 years and parents. Families enjoy stories, songs, crafts and games. Children may come dressed for bedtime.

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Sat, Jan 19, 10:30am - 11:15am

Ages: 3-8 years and parents. Arabic: December 22, January 19, and February 16 Enjoy children's stories and songs in diverse languages.

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Mon, Jan 21, 4:30am - 5:30pm

Grades: 4-5. Experience a new, fun math activity each week, for 8 weeks. Have a blast learning the math behind exciting activities!

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 12:00am

Word: Basics

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Mon, Jan 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm

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

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 9:00am

Build a Website

Mon, Jan 21, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Build websites and blogs with WordPress and HTML.

Registration opens Tuesday, November 20 2018 at 9:00am

Organizing for Everyone

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

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

The New Year is a perfect time to get organized! Professional organizer Beth Randall will provide ideas for tackling paper clutter, and organizing your closets and kitchen to be more efficient.

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 9:00am

Word: Tables, Templates, & Macros

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Tue, Jan 22, 10:00am - 10:30am

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

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Tue, Jan 22, 10:00am - 12:00pm

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

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 9:00am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Tue, Jan 22, 11:00am - 11:20am

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

Winter Blues

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

Grades: K-1. Chase those winter blues away with games, crafts, and songs all focusing on the color BLUE!

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 12:00am

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Tue, Jan 22, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Learn how to code using Python over the course of this two-week session.

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 12:00am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

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

Windows 10: Basics

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Wed, Jan 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Familiarize yourself with Microsoft's newest operating system.

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 9:00am

Wiggle Worms - Are You Sleeping?

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Wed, Jan 23, 11:00am - 11:30am

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

Excel: Home Budgeting

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Wed, Jan 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

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

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 9:00am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Wed, Jan 23, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Ages 2–3 years with parents.. A fun activity is planned for you and your child. We will sing songs, read stories, play games and then do two fun crafts!

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 12:00am

Library Board of Trustees

Board Room

Wed, Jan 23, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees

Coin Collecting 102

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Wed, Jan 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Join us for this all-ages hobby! Learn the basics of collecting coins and how to determine the value of coins and currency by using Tinley Park Public Library resources along with internet resources.

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 9:00am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

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

Canceled

Thu, Jan 24, 11:00am - 12:30pm

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

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Thu, Jan 24, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Instructor Kathy Ruiter will guide you in gentle, non-strenuous chair exercises and meditation. Registration for each class begins on the 20th of the month for the following month's programs.

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 9:00am

Cookie Art

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Thu, Jan 24, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Grades: 2-3: Decorate a delicious cookie. Allergy Warnings.

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 12:00am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Thu, Jan 24, 6:30pm - 6:50pm

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

You & iOS

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Fri, Jan 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Bring your iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch to learn more about Apple's mobile devices.

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 9:00am

Family Fun Nights: Activity Night - LEGO Night

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Fri, Jan 25, 10:00am - 10:20am

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

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Fri, Jan 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Ages: Children and their parents. Come to the library and spend some quality time with your family!

Sensory Storytime - Winter Wonders

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Fri, Jan 25, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Learn how to code using Python over the course of this two-week session.

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 12:00am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Sat, Jan 26, 10:30am - 11:15am

Ages: 3-8 years with parents. Children of all abilities are invited to participate at their own pace in stories, activities, and songs.

Act It Up!

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Sat, Jan 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Using the library's Green Screen, we will create skits to be shown on the library's YouTube site.

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 12:00am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Mon, Jan 28, 4:30am - 5:30pm

Grades: 4-5. Experience a new, fun math activity each week, for 8 weeks. Have a blast learning the math behind exciting activities!

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 12:00am

Tech Time: Drop-in Help

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Mon, Jan 28, 9:00am - 11:00am

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

1st floor – Meeting Room A

Mon, Jan 28, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

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

The Write Life Writers Group

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Mon, Jan 28, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

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

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 9:00am

1st floor – Meeting Room B

Mon, Jan 28, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Connect with other local writers, eager to improve their craft and help you improve yours. On 2/25, Chicago author and writing teacher Barbara Gregorich will host the meeting.

Read, Rock, & Rhyme

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Mon, Jan 28, 6:30pm - 7:15pm

Ages: 3-5 years with parents. This early literacy program for parent and child incorporates stories, movement, songs, and activities.

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 12:00am

Mon, Jan 28, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

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

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 12:00am

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Mon, Jan 28, 7:30pm - 8:00pm

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

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 9:00am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Tue, Jan 29, 10:00am - 10:30am

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

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Tue, Jan 29, 11:00am - 11:20am

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

Research Techniques

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Tue, Jan 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Dramatically improve your research ability and search skills with expert librarian help.

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 9:00am

Tell Me a Story

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Tue, Jan 29, 4:30pm - 5:15pm

Grades: K-1. Everyone's a storyteller! Create and participate in wild, crazy, and funny stories.

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 12:00am

Tinley Tomes - Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Tue, Jan 29, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Learn how to code using Python over the course of this two-week session.

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 12:00am

1st floor – Meeting Room A

Tue, Jan 29, 7:30pm - 8:30pm

The Tuesday, January 29, 2019 Tomes selection is "Little Fires Everywhere" By Celeste Ng.

Photos in the Cloud: Google Photos

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

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

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Wed, Jan 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm

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

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 9:00am

Excel Basics: Operations & Formatting

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

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

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's spreadsheet application.

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 9:00am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

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

Coding Club

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Thu, Jan 31, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Grades: 4-5. Learn the basics of coding and circuits.

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 12:00am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Thu, Jan 31, 6:30pm - 6:50pm

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

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Fri, Feb 01, 10:00am - 10:20am

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

Photoshop 'til You Drop

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

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

Registration opens Sunday, January 20 2019 at 9:00am

Get in the Game

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

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

Registration opens Sunday, January 20 2019 at 12:00am

Share-a-Language - Spanish

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Fri, Feb 01, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Learn how to code using Python over the course of this two-week session.

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 12:00am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

Ages 3-8 years with parents Spanish: December 8, January 5, February 2 Enjoy children's stories and songs in diverse languages.

Movies & Books

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Sat, Feb 02, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Crazy Rich Asians PG-13, 121 minutes Book: Crazy Rich Asians by Kevin Kwan

Monday Mornings @ the Library - Living with a Loved One Who Has Dementia

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Mon, Feb 04, 4:30am - 5:30pm

Grades: 4-5. Experience a new, fun math activity each week, for 8 weeks. Have a blast learning the math behind exciting activities!

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 12:00am

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Mon, Feb 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm

If you or a loved one is dealing with dementia or memory loss, communication can be a challenge. Knowledge and techniques will be provided to create positive interaction for more joyful experiences.

Digitize It: VHS Tapes

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Mon, Feb 04, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

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

Registration opens Sunday, January 20 2019 at 9:00am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Tue, Feb 05, 10:00am - 10:30am

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

1st floor – Meeting Room A

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

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

Partners in Crime - "My Sister's Grave" by Robert Dugoni

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Tue, Feb 05, 11:00am - 11:20am

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

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

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

February's PIC selection is "My Sister's Grave" by Robert Dugoni.

Rebecca Caudill Book Club

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

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

Grades 6-8. Each month, we'll discuss a different nomineee from the 2019 Rebecca Caudill Young Readers' Book Award List. Snacks and drinks will be served.

Registration opens Sunday, January 20 2019 at 12:00am

Art Explorers - Collaborative Painting

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Wed, Feb 06, 4:30am - 5:30am

Grades: 2–3. Explore art through hands on projects and stories.

Registration opens Sunday, January 20 2019 at 12:00am

Digitize It: Photos & Slides

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

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

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Wed, Feb 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm

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

Registration opens Sunday, January 20 2019 at 9:00am

Creating a LinkedIn Account

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Wed, Feb 06, 11:00am - 11:30am

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

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

This class is designed for those without a LinkedIn account.

Registration opens Sunday, January 20 2019 at 9:00am

Terrariums and Fairy Gardens

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

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

Get inspired with horticulturist Nina Koziol. Tiny gardens are all the rage. Terrariums, fairy gardens and tabletop gardens add a touch of whimsy indoors when we can’t be outside in our own gardens.

Registration opens Sunday, January 20 2019 at 9:00am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

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

Word: Basics

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Thu, Feb 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm

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

Registration opens Sunday, January 20 2019 at 9:00am

Bluestem Book Club - The Story of Diva and Flea

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

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

Open to anyone who wants to meet, mingle, and share tips on needlecraft projects. Bring your own supplies.

Cut the Cable Cord

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Thu, Feb 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

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

Registration opens Sunday, January 20 2019 at 9:00am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

Grades: 3-5. iscuss a nominee from the 2019 Bluestem List while enjoying a snack. Then, we will close with a fun activity!

Registration opens Sunday, January 20 2019 at 12:00am

Organize Your Digital Files, Folders, & Photos

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Thu, Feb 07, 6:30pm - 6:50pm

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

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Thu, Feb 07, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

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

Registration opens Sunday, January 20 2019 at 9:00am

Mix It Up - Valentine Trivia

Parmesans Station

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

All you need is love. Test your knowledge of facts and myths surrounding Valentine's Day!

Registration opens Sunday, January 20 2019 at 9:00am

Introduction to Google Docs & Sheets

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Fri, Feb 08, 10:00am - 10:20am

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

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

Learn about Google's free version of Microsoft Word and Excel. Google/Gmail Account required.

Registration opens Sunday, January 20 2019 at 9:00am

Movement and Games

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Fri, Feb 08, 6:30pm - 7:15pm

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

Registration opens Sunday, January 20 2019 at 12:00am

Teen Paint 'n' Sip

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Fri, Feb 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Create an original painting while enjoying a tasty beverage!

Registration opens Sunday, January 20 2019 at 12:00am

Preschool Fair

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Sat, Feb 09, 10:30am - 12:30pm

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

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

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

Minecraft

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Sat, Feb 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Grades: 2-3: Play Minecraft on laptops and iPads with other Minecraft fans!

Registration opens Sunday, January 20 2019 at 9:00am

Excel: Tables for Large Spreadsheets

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Mon, Feb 11, 4:30am - 5:30pm

Grades: 4-5. Experience a new, fun math activity each week, for 8 weeks. Have a blast learning the math behind exciting activities!

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 12:00am

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Mon, Feb 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm

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

Registration opens Sunday, January 20 2019 at 9:00am

Panera Cookies & Milk Storytime

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

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

Registration opens Sunday, January 20 2019 at 12:00am

Early Bird Flicks - Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

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

Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again PG-13, 120 minutes

Early Bird Flicks - Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

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

Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again PG-13, 120 minutes

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

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

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

Registration opens Sunday, January 20 2019 at 12:00am

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

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

Registration opens Sunday, January 20 2019 at 12:00am

Youth Advisory Council (YAC)

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

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

Registration opens Sunday, January 20 2019 at 12:00am

Introduction to Email

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Tue, Feb 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Registration opens Sunday, January 20 2019 at 9:00am

Create With Me

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Tue, Feb 12, 10:30am - 11:15am

Ages: 2-5 years with parents. Your child and their favorite adult will create a keepsake art project.

Registration opens Sunday, January 20 2019 at 12:00am

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

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

Grades 6-12. Help decide what teens do at the library. Pizza and pop served.

Registration opens Sunday, January 20 2019 at 12:00am

Hello, Google Drive

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Tue, Feb 12, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Try this cloud-based storage service which encompasses Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides. Google/Gmail Account required

Registration opens Sunday, January 20 2019 at 9:00am

Digitize It: Vinyl Audio Restoration

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

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

Eat cookies, enjoy a hot or cold drink, and hang out with your friends!

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Wed, Feb 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Convert and edit vinyl records and cassette tapes. Registrants should be comfortable using computers. Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.

Registration opens Sunday, January 20 2019 at 9:00am

Tinley Tomes - Pachinko by Min Jin Lee

1st floor – Meeting Room A

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

The Wednesday, February 13, 2019 Tomes selection is "Pachinko" by Min Jin Lee.

Wiggle Worms - Music to My Ears

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

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

Registration opens Sunday, January 20 2019 at 9:00am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

Ages 2–3 years with parents. A fun activity is planned for you and your child. We will sing songs, read stories, play games and then do two fun crafts!

Registration opens Sunday, January 20 2019 at 12:00am

Losing at the Oscars

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

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

Film expert Steven Frenzel will be showcasing great movie scenes featuring beloved actors and many other artists who never won an Oscar. You'll be shocked to see who is on the list!

Registration opens Sunday, January 20 2019 at 9:00am

Storybook Friends - Elephant and Piggie Celebration

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Thu, Feb 14, 4:30am - 5:30am

Grades: K-1. Never have enough time to share great Pinterest projects with your child? Join us for this nod to special relationships as we create two projects to express our love.

Registration opens Sunday, January 20 2019 at 12:00am

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Thu, Feb 14, 11:00am - 12:30pm

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

Registration opens Thursday, December 20 2018 at 9:00am