Fan Fiction Writing Workshop

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Tue, Sep 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.

Joker's Wild Card Club

1st floor – Meeting Room A

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

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

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Tue, Sep 18, 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 – Computer Classroom

Tue, Sep 18, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

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

Registration is now closed

Teen Tie Dye

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

We provide the dye, you provide two white t-shirts!

This event is full

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Wed, Sep 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.

Wiggle Worms - Leaves! Leaves! Leaves!

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Wed, Sep 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.

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Wed, Sep 19, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

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

This event is full

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Wed, Sep 19, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Convert photos and slides to digital formats. Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.

This event is full

Jackie, Janet, and Lee

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Wed, Sep 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Dramatic book reviewer Jenny Riddle shares the fascinating and secret lives of Janet Auchincloss and her daughters, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis and Lee Radziwill.

This event is full

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

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

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

Hands On - What's in a Pond?

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

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

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Thu, Sep 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Grades: K-1. Crafts, games, and stories all centering around a monthly theme.

This event is full

Adobe Illustrator: Icons & Logos

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

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

Color Me Mellow

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

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

Experience being a kid again! Join us every third Thursday of the month for this upbeat coloring club exclusively for adults.

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Fri, Sep 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Learn the basics of Adobe Illustrator and gain experience designing a basic scalable vector graphic. Registrants should be comfortable using computers. Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.

This event is full

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Fri, Sep 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.

Fan Fiction Writing Workshop

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Fri, Sep 21, 7:00pm - 7:45pm

Ages: 3-8 years and parents. You are invited to our nighttime storytime with crafts and games! Kids may come dressed for bedtime.

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Fri, Sep 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Learn a few tips and tricks for writing your own fan fiction! Bring your ideas and your writing with you to share with your fellow teen writers. Snacks and drinks will be served.

Renee Hyne and Denny Diamond in Concert.

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Sat, Sep 22, 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, Sep 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Grades: 4-5. Share your love of Minecraft with other Minecraft experts. Battle monsters, solve puzzles, and play mini games together!

This event is full

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Sun, Sep 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Renee Hyne and Denny Diamond in Concert.

This event is full

Tech Time: Drop-in Help

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Mon, Sep 24, 9:00am - 11:00am

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

Monday Mornings @ the Library - The Newburgh Conspiracy

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Mon, Sep 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Historian Jim Weren examines how George Washington calmly defused a serious threat in March of 1783, becoming Washington's greatest military triumph of the American Revolutionary War.

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Mon, Sep 24, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Grades: 2–3. Participants are expected to attend all or most sessions. After the first meeting registration will close. Only one registration is needed for the entire session.

Registration is now closed

The Write Life Writers Group

1st floor – Meeting Room A

Mon, Sep 24, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

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

1st floor – Meeting Room B

Mon, Sep 24, 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.

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Tue, Sep 25, 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.

Excel: Tables for Large Spreadsheets

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Tue, Sep 25, 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 – Computer Classroom

Tue, Sep 25, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

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

This event is full

Tinley Tomes - "The Other Einstein" by Marie Benedict

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Tue, Sep 25, 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, Sep 25, 7:30pm - 8:30pm

The Tuesday, September 25, 2018 Tomes selection is "The Other Einstein" by Marie Benedict.

Research Techniques

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Wed, Sep 26, 10:00am - 12:00pm

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

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Wed, Sep 26, 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 - Disappearing Paint

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Wed, Sep 26, 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, Sep 26, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

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

This event is full

Library Board of Trustees

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Wed, Sep 26, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Convert VHS tapes to digital formats. Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.

This event is full

Board Room

Wed, Sep 26, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees

Digitize It: 8 mm & Super 8 Reels

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Thu, Sep 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm

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

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Thu, Sep 27, 11:00am - 12:30pm

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

This event is full

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Thu, Sep 27, 6:30pm - 6:50pm

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

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Fri, Sep 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.

Family Fun Nights: Movie Night - Lady and the Tramp

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

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

This event is full

1st floor – Meeting Room A

Fri, Sep 28, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

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

Community Shredding Event

Sat, Sep 29, 9:00am - 11:00am

Shred your sensitive papers and documents.

Share-a-Language Storytime - Arabic

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

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

Magazine Giveaway

Lobby

Mon, Oct 01, All day

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

You & iOS

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Mon, Oct 01, 10:00am - 12:00pm

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

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

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Mon, Oct 01, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Grades: 2–3. Participants are expected to attend all or most sessions. After the first meeting registration will close. Only one registration is needed for the entire session.

Registration is now closed

Partners in Crime - "Camino Island" by John Grisham

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Tue, Oct 02, 11:00am - 1:00pm

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

Tue, Oct 02, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Mystery and suspense thriller book discussion group. Meets the first Tuesday of each month except January July and September.

Art Adventure

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Tue, Oct 02, 6:30pm - 7:15pm

Grades: K-1. Create a festive seasonal craft!

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

Rebecca Caudill Book Club

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

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

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 Thursday, September 20 2018 at 12:00am

Excel: Pivot Tables

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Wed, Oct 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

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

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

Charlie Chan's Poppa - Thinking Like a Mystery Writer

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Wed, Oct 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

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

Bluestem Book Club - "City of Ember" by Jeanne DuPrau

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Thu, Oct 04, 11:00am - 1:00pm

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

Beginner's Internet

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

Find and evaluate info on the web.

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

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Thu, Oct 04, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Each month, we'll discuss a different nominee from the 2019 Illinois Bluestem Readers' Choice List while enjoying a snack. Then, concluding with a fun activity! Grades: Entering 3-5

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

Movement & Games

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Fri, Oct 05, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Grades: 2–3. Love relay races? Eager to learn a new game or two? This program is for you

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

Outlook: Basics

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Sat, Oct 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Learn the basics of Microsoft Outlook 2013.

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

Sensory Storytime - Fall is Fun!

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Sat, Oct 06, 10:30am - 11:15am

Ages: 3-8 years with parent. 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, Oct 06, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Frankenstein PG-13, 71 minutes Book: Frankenstein by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley

Act It Up!

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Sat, Oct 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Bring your acting and improvisation skills to this fall edition of Act It Up!

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

Teen Read Week YA Open House

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Sun, Oct 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Learn more about what the TPPL offers for teens and young adults!

Panera Cookies & Milk Storytime

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

Ages: Preschoolers with parents. LOCATION: Panera Bread, 7204 W 191st St. Enjoy a storytime with milk and cookies. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

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

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Mon, Oct 08, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Finding Your Feet PG-13, 111 minutes

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

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

Finding Your Feet PG-13, 111 minutes

Youth Advisory Council (YAC)

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Mon, Oct 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Grades: 2–3. Participants are expected to attend all or most sessions. After the first meeting registration will close. Only one registration is needed for the entire session.

Registration is now closed

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Tue, Oct 09, 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 Thursday, September 20 2018 at 12:00am

Excel Basics: Operations & Formatting

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's spreadsheet application.

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

Tinley Tomes - "I Am, I Am, I Am" by Maggie O’Farrell

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

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

Grades 6-12. Relax with cookies and a hot drink hang out with your friends and enjoy a new game or craft!

1st floor – Meeting Room A

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

The Wednesday, October 10, 2018 Tomes selection is "I Am, I Am, I Am: Seventeen Brushes with Death" by Maggie O’Farrell

Budding Readers - Fall is in the Air

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

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

Registration opens Thursday, September 20 2018 at 12:00pm

Wiggle Worms - Pumpkins & Things

Wed, Oct 10, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

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

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

Word: Basics

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

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

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

Mix It Up - Five Easy (Decorating) Pieces

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Thu, Oct 11, 11:00am - 12:30pm

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

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

Cut the Cable Cord

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

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

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

Creative Writing

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Thu, Oct 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Grades: 4-5. Create Story Stones to help you tell the story you've always wanted to share.

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

Parmesans Station

Thu, Oct 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Interior Stylist Julea Joseph shares five accessories that will make your home stylish for any season, holiday, or entertaining event

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

Get Graphic!

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Thu, Oct 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Talk about the newest upcoming graphic novels and manga while we play games, do activities, and plan themes for the upcoming month.

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

Photoshop 'til You Drop

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Fri, Oct 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Learn the basics of photo enhancement in Adobe Photoshop. Registrants should be comfortable using computers. Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.

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

Origami for Teens

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Fri, Oct 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Learn the delicate art of folding paper to create elaborate shapes and figures.

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

LEGO Train Event (All Ages) - Northern Illinois LEGO Train Club

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Sat, Oct 13, 9:00am - 4:00pm

These creative displays presented by the Northern Illinois Lego Train Club include a variety of amazing original scenes, all connected by Lego trains.

Share-a-Language Storytime - Spanish

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Sat, Oct 13, 10:30am - 11:15am

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

Sensory Friendly LEGO Event - Northern Illinois LEGO Train Club

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Sun, Oct 14, 11:00am - 11:45am

Families with members on the autism spectrum or those with sensory needs are invited for a low-key viewing of the Lego Train display before we open. Register each family member; space is limited.

Registration opens Friday, September 21 2018 at 12:00am

LEGO Train Event - Northern Illinois LEGO Train Club

Sun, Oct 14, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

These creative displays presented by the Northern Illinois Lego Train Club include a variety of amazing original scenes, all connected by Lego trains.

Windows 10: Basics

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Mon, Oct 15, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Familiarize yourself with Microsoft's newest operating system.

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

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Mon, Oct 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Grades: 2–3. Participants are expected to attend all or most sessions. After the first meeting registration will close. Only one registration is needed for the entire session.

Registration is now closed

Read, Rock & Rhyme

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Mon, Oct 15, 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, September 20 2018 at 12:00am

Wine Wisdom

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

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

tba

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

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Tue, Oct 16, 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.

Joker's Wild Card Club

1st floor – Meeting Room A

Tue, Oct 16, 11:00am - 1:00pm

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

Excel: Simple Financial Report

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Tue, Oct 16, 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 – Computer Classroom

Tue, Oct 16, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

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

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

I Love the 90s!

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

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

Celebrate the 1990's with games, trivia, and snacks!

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

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Wed, Oct 17, 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, Oct 17, 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.

Monster Craft

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

Grades: 4-5. Make a Spooky Monster and Monster Repellent crafts! You can wear your costume too!

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

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

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

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

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Thu, Oct 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Convert VHS tapes to digital formats. Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.

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

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Thu, Oct 18, 11:00am - 1:00pm

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

Hands On - Fun With Pets

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Thu, Oct 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Grades: K-1. Crafts, games, and stories all centering around a monthly theme.

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

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Thu, Oct 18, 6:30pm - 6:50pm

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

Color Me Mellow

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

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

Experience being a kid again! Join us every third Thursday of the month for this upbeat coloring club exclusively for adults.

Books with Buzz

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Thu, Oct 18, 7:30pm - 8:45pm

With the advent of 2018 Books with Buzz our bestseller book discussion group will start meeting on the third Thursday of even-numbered months.

Cut it Out: Scrapbooking & DIY Decor

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Fri, Oct 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.

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Fri, Oct 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

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 Thursday, September 20 2018 at 9:00am

Art Techniques: Drawing People

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Fri, Oct 19, 7:00pm - 7:45pm

Ages: 3-8 years and parents. You are invited to our nighttime storytime with crafts and games! Kids may come dressed for bedtime.

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

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

Learn new tips and techniques to make your drawings of people more realistic!

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

Digitize It: 8mm & Super 8 Reels

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Sat, Oct 20, 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 – Computer Classroom

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

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

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

Minecraft

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Sat, Oct 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Grades: 2–3. Share your love of Minecraft with other Minecraft experts. Battle monsters, solve puzzles, and play mini games together!

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

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Mon, Oct 22, 10:00am - 12:00pm

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

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

Kidz Zone - Spooky October STEM

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

Grades: 2–3. Participants are expected to attend all or most sessions. After the first meeting registration will close. Only one registration is needed for the entire session.

Registration is now closed

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Mon, Oct 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Grades: K-1. Stories, games, science, arts & crafts-for kids only! Pumpkins, slime, spider webs, and more fall and Halloween-themed STEM activities! Come join the fun!

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

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Tue, Oct 23, 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, Oct 23, 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 – Computer Classroom

Tue, Oct 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

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

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

Tinley Tomes - "Revival" by Stephen King

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Tue, Oct 23, 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, Oct 23, 7:30pm - 8:30pm

The Tuesday, October 23, 2018 Tomes selection is "Revival" by Stephen King.

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Wed, Oct 24, 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 - Peek-a-Boo Painting

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Wed, Oct 24, 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, Oct 24, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

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

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

Password Management

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

Learn to create and store secure passwords.

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

Chicago’s Polish Community

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Wed, Oct 24, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Learn about the challenges of Polish immigration from the 1800s to present, discover Polish-American culture and traditions from author Donna Urbikas as she shares experiences from her memoir.

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

Library Board of Trustees

Board Room

Wed, Oct 24, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees

Organize Your Digital Files, Folders, & Photos

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Thu, Oct 25, 11:00am - 12:30pm

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

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

Ozobots

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Thu, Oct 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Grades: 3-5. Come make the Ozobots dance, wiggle, and race while learning about coding!

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

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Thu, Oct 25, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

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

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

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Thu, Oct 25, 6:30pm - 6:50pm

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

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Fri, Oct 26, 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.

Family Fun Nights: Activity Night (All Ages) - Halloween Jamboree

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Fri, Oct 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

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

1st floor – Meeting Room A

Fri, Oct 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

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

Digitize It: Vinyl Audio Restoration

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Sat, Oct 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm

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

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

Share-a-Language Storytime - Arabic

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Sat, Oct 27, 10:30am - 11:15am

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

Tech Time: Drop-in Help

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Mon, Oct 29, 9:00am - 11:00am

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

Monday Mornings @ the Library - The Swedish Art of Death Cleaning

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Mon, Oct 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Author and traveler Jeanne Roppolo discusses how we can give our family the gift of a clean, organized, and simple life when we downsize in a memorable way.

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Mon, Oct 29, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Grades: 2–3. Participants are expected to attend all or most sessions. After the first meeting registration will close. Only one registration is needed for the entire session.

Registration is now closed

The Write Life Writers Group

1st floor – Meeting Room A

Mon, Oct 29, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

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

1st floor – Meeting Room B

Mon, Oct 29, 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.

Creating a LinkedIn Account

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Mon, Oct 29, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

This class is designed for those without a LinkedIn account.

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

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Tue, Oct 30, 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, Oct 30, 11:00am - 11:20am

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

Teen Halloween Party

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

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

Enjoy the thrills and chills of the season!

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

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Wed, Oct 31, 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, Oct 31, 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.

Magazine Giveaway

Lobby

Thu, Nov 01, All day

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

Bluestem Book Club - "Funny Bones" by Duncan Tonatiuh

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Thu, Nov 01, 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, Nov 01, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Each month, we'll discuss a different nominee from the 2019 Illinois Bluestem Readers' Choice List while enjoying a snack. Then, concluding with a fun activity!

Registration opens Saturday, October 20 2018 at 12:00am

Photoshop 'til You Drop

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Thu, Nov 01, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Learn the basics of photo enhancement in Adobe Photoshop. Registrants should be comfortable using computers. Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.

Registration opens Saturday, October 20 2018 at 9:00am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Thu, Nov 01, 6:30pm - 6:50pm

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

Holiday Gift Packages on Sale - stress free holiday shopping

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Fri, Nov 02, 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.

Explore!

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Fri, Nov 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Grades: 2–3 pm. Explore the rainforest through science, art and hands-on activities.

Registration opens Saturday, October 20 2018 at 12:00am

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Sat, Nov 03, 9:00am - 4:00pm

A variety of themes and age ranges will be available. There's something for everyone! The sale will be held in the Main Level Meeting Room.

Sensory Storytime - Transportation

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Sat, Nov 03, 10:30am - 11:15am

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

Fall Art

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Mon, Nov 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Grades: K-1. Create a piece of art inspired by the colors, cooler weather, and the warm feeling of fall.

Registration opens Saturday, October 20 2018 at 12:00am

Excel Basics: Operations & Formatting

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Mon, Nov 05, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft's spreadsheet application.

Registration opens Saturday, October 20 2018 at 9:00am

"Sew" Simple

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Mon, Nov 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Learn some simple stitches and make a felt keychain.

Registration opens Saturday, October 20 2018 at 12:00am

Women of WWII: On the Front Lines and Home Front

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Mon, Nov 05, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

During World War II, American women took on many new roles, both in the military and as civilians. Learn more from author Barb Warner Deane on the ways in which American women helped win the war.

Registration opens Saturday, October 20 2018 at 9:00am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Tue, Nov 06, 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 – Young Adult Program Room

Tue, Nov 06, 11:00am - 1:00pm

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

Partners in Crime - "Live by Night" by Dennis Lehane

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Tue, Nov 06, 11:00am - 11:20am

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

Introduction to Email

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Tue, Nov 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Registration opens Saturday, October 20 2018 at 9:00am

Minute to Win It

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Tue, Nov 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Grades: 2–3. Can you complete the silly task in under 60 seconds? Have some fun while you find out!.

Registration opens Saturday, October 20 2018 at 12:00am

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Tue, Nov 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Mystery and suspense thriller book discussion group. Meets the first Tuesday of each month except January July and September.

Rebecca Caudill Book Club

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Tue, Nov 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

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 Saturday, October 20 2018 at 12:00am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Wed, Nov 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.

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Wed, Nov 07, 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 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Convert VHS tapes to digital formats. Tinley Park Public Library cardholders only.

Registration opens Saturday, October 20 2018 at 9:00am

SD 146 Award Ceremony

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Wed, Nov 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Students from SD 146 celebrate their award-winning artwork.

Digital Sound Recording

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Thu, Nov 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm

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

Registration opens Saturday, October 20 2018 at 9:00am

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Thu, Nov 08, 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 Saturday, October 20 2018 at 9:00am

Mix It Up - Star Wars Prequel Trivia Night

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Thu, Nov 08, 6:30pm - 6:50pm

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

Parmesans Station

Thu, Nov 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Bring your best team or come alone and we'll pair you up for the chance to win some fun prizes.

Registration opens Saturday, October 20 2018 at 9:00am

Get Graphic!

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Thu, Nov 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Talk about the newest upcoming graphic novels and manga while we play games, do activities, and plan themes for the upcoming month.

Registration opens Saturday, October 20 2018 at 12:00am

Broadway Singalong for Teens

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Fri, Nov 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.

Explore!

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Fri, Nov 09, 6:30pm - 7:15pm

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

Registration opens Saturday, October 20 2018 at 12:00am

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Fri, Nov 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Broadway fans are invited to join us for a night of singing along to our favorite showtunes while enjoying snacks and drinks!

Registration opens Saturday, October 20 2018 at 12:00am

Rescheduled

Share-a-Language Storytime - Spanish

Sat, Nov 10, 10:25am - 11:15am

New date Saturday, November 10, 10:30am - 11:15am

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

Share-a-Language Storytime - Spanish

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

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

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

Movies & Books

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Sat, Nov 10, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Solo: A Star Wars Story PG-13, 136 min. Book: Star Wars. Last Shot by Daniel Jose Older

Word: Basics

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Sat, Nov 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

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

Registration opens Saturday, October 20 2018 at 9:00am

Panera Cookies & Milk Storytime

Mon, Nov 12, 10:00am - 10:30am

Ages: Preschoolers with parents. LOCATION: Panera Bread, 7204 W 191st St. Enjoy a storytime with milk and cookies. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Registration opens Saturday, October 20 2018 at 12:00am

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Mon, Nov 12, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Journey’s End R, 107 minutes

Youth Advisory Council (YAC)

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Mon, Nov 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Journey’s End R, 107 minutes

Excel: Home Budgeting

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Mon, Nov 12, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

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

Registration opens Saturday, October 20 2018 at 9:00am

Read, Rock & Rhyme

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Mon, Nov 12, 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 Saturday, October 20 2018 at 12:00am

Cut the Cable Cord

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Tue, Nov 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

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

Registration opens Saturday, October 20 2018 at 9:00am

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Tue, Nov 13, 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 Saturday, October 20 2018 at 12:00am

Excel Intermediate: Functions & Charts

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Tue, Nov 13, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Learn intermediate level functions and applying limits to cells.

Registration opens Saturday, October 20 2018 at 9:00am

Tinley Tomes - "I’ll Be Gone in the Dark" by Michelle McNamara

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Tue, Nov 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Grades 6-12. Relax with cookies and a hot drink hang out with your friends and enjoy a new game or craft!

1st floor – Meeting Room A

Wed, Nov 14, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

The Wednesday, November 14, 2018 Tomes selection is "I’ll Be Gone in the Dark" by Michelle McNamara.

Wiggle Worms - Fall Animals

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Wed, Nov 14, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

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

Registration opens Saturday, October 20 2018 at 12:00am

Digitize It: 8mm & Super 8 Reels

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Wed, Nov 14, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

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

Registration opens Saturday, October 20 2018 at 9:00am

Goofy for Gingerbread

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Wed, Nov 14, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Pastry Chef Rose Deneen demonstrates the “tricks of the trade” to decorate a great gingerbread house. Chef Deneen will share and sample homemade gingerbread house dough, cookies and pancake recipes.

Registration opens Saturday, October 20 2018 at 9:00am

2nd floor – Young Adult Program Room

Thu, Nov 15, 11:00am - 1:00pm

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

Online Job Searching

1st floor – Computer Classroom

Thu, Nov 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

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

Registration opens Saturday, October 20 2018 at 9:00am

Hands On - Zoo Life

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Thu, Nov 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Grades: K-1. Crafts, games, and stories all centering around a monthly theme.

Registration opens Saturday, October 20 2018 at 12:00am

Color Me Mellow

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

Thu, Nov 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Experience being a kid again! Join us every third Thursday of the month for this upbeat coloring club exclusively for adults.

Let's Talk Games

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Thu, Nov 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

This program for parents will address video game safety, ratings, and tips for playing games with your kids!

Registration opens Saturday, October 20 2018 at 12:00am

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Fri, Nov 16, 7:00pm - 7:45pm

Ages: 3-8 years and parents. You are invited to our nighttime storytime with crafts and games! Kids may come dressed for bedtime.

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 opens Saturday, October 20 2018 at 12:00am

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 opens Saturday, October 20 2018 at 9:00am

Hello, Android

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

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

Registration opens Saturday, October 20 2018 at 9:00am

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.

Registration opens Saturday, October 20 2018 at 9:00am

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.

Registration opens Saturday, October 20 2018 at 9:00am

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.

Registration opens Saturday, October 20 2018 at 12:00am

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?!

Registration opens Saturday, October 20 2018 at 12:00am

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.

Registration opens Saturday, October 20 2018 at 12:00am

Library Closed

Thu, Nov 22, All day

The library is closed in observance of the holiday.

Share-a-Language Storytime - Arabic

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"

Registration opens Saturday, October 20 2018 at 9:00am

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.

Registration opens Saturday, October 20 2018 at 9:00am

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.

Registration opens Saturday, October 20 2018 at 9:00am

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.

Registration opens Saturday, October 20 2018 at 12:00am

Introduction to Cloud Storage

1st floor – Computer Classroom

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

Learn the benefits and drawbacks of cloud storage.

Registration opens Saturday, October 20 2018 at 9:00am

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.

Registration opens Saturday, October 20 2018 at 9:00am

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.

Teen Movie Night: You Pick!

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.

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!

Registration opens Saturday, October 20 2018 at 12:00am

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

A celebration of P. L. Travers, creator of Mary Poppins Mary Poppins, G, 139 minutes Book: Mary Poppins, She Wrote: the Life of P.L. Travers by Valerie Lawson

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

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

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.

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

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.

Letters From the Heart

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

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

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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 registration 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.

Excel Intermediate: Functions & Charts

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.

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

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

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

The Man Who Invented Christmas PG, 104 minutes

Digitize It: Vinyl Audio Restoration

1st floor – Meeting Room A&B

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

The Man Who Invented Christmas PG, 104 minutes

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

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

Grades 6-12. Relax with cookies and a hot drink hang out with your friends and enjoy a new game or craft!

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.

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

Wiggle Worms - Reindeer

2nd floor – Youth Services Activity Room

Wed, Dec 12, 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

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 registration required.

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 for each class begins on the 20th of the month for the following month's programs.

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, 6:30pm - 6:50pm

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

Mix It Up

Parmesans Station

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

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

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

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

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