Hidden Histories Book Discussion: Hail Mary

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
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Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs, Book Discussion
Event Details:
At 10 am every third Thursday of the month, we’ll dive into a hidden piece of history. This book club focuses on the everyday people that don’t make it into the history textbooks and explores their impact on the world.   Book discussions are in-person and do not require registration. Copies of all book discussion books are available at the Adult Services Desk, starting approximately one month prior to the discussion date. Ebooks and audiobooks are available via OverDrive/Libby and Hoopla. Questions? Email RSVP@orlandparklibrary.org or call (708) 428-5150. May 18: Killers of the Flower Moon by David Grann June 15: The Stone Wall Reader by The New York Public Library  July 20: Hail Mary: The Rise and Fall of the Women's Football League by Britni de la Cretaz and Lyndsey D'Arcangelo August 17: American Sirens: The Incredible True Story of the Black Men Who Became America's First Paramedics by Kevin Hazzard

Hidden Histories Book Club

At 10 am every third Thursday of the month, we’ll dive into a hidden piece of history. This book club focuses on the everyday people that don’t make it into the history textbooks and explores their impact on the world.  

Book discussions are in-person and do not require registration. Copies of all book discussion books are available at the Adult Services Desk, starting approximately one month prior to the discussion date. Ebooks and audiobooks are available via OverDrive/Libby and Hoopla. Questions? Email RSVP@orlandparklibrary.org or call (708) 428-5150.

  • May 18: Killers of the Flower Moon by David Grann
  • June 15: The Stonewall Reader by The New York Public Library 
  • July 20: Hail Mary: The Rise and Fall of the Women's Football League by Britni de la Cretaz and Lyndsy D'Arcangelo
  • August 17: American Sirens: The Incredible True Story of the Black Men Who Became America's First Paramedics by Kevin Hazzard

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Orland Park Public Library is subject to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Individuals who require an accommodation for a disability to any library presentations should contact the library at (708) 428-5114 at least five (5) working days prior to the event.

Mask Recommendation

Masks are recommended, but no library patron of any age would be prohibited from attending a library program for not wearing a mask.

Early Stage Memory Loss Support Group

10:30am - 11:30am
Adults
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - 104
Age Group: Adults
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

The library, in parnership with the Alzheimer's Association and Pathlights, will be hosting an eight-week support group for those living with early stage dementia or MCI (mild cognitive impairment) and their care partners.

Early Stage Memory Loss Support Group for Care Partners

10:30am - 11:30am
Adults
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Board Room - 104A
Age Group: Adults
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

This Caregiver Support Group is for caregivers whose care partners are attending the Early Stage Memory Loss Support Group.

Rules of The Road Review Course

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - 104
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

This course gives drivers — especially senior citizens -- the knowledge and confidence needed to renew or obtain a driver's license. This is a free review course brought to you by the Secretary of State’s office.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Orland Park Public Library is subject to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Individuals who require an accommodation for a disability to any library presentations should contact the library at (708) 428-5114 at least five (5) working days prior to the event.

Google Slides

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs, Computer Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Discover how to prepare slideshow presentations with Google Slides. 

Registration using our online calendar system is required. Limit 14

 

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Computer Class

Please call the IT Desk at (708) 428-5171 for questions.