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The Opioid Crisis & Saving Lives With Naloxone

Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Large Meeting Room - 104 at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults

Opioid overdoses are a serious public health concern in our communities.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - 104
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Registration Required
Event Details:

Opioid overdoses are a serious public health concern in our communities.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Writers' Group

Tuesday, September 2, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Multipurpose Room at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults

We know our patrons love to read, but how about those of you who put the ink to paper as well? Join us for a drop-in session the first Tuesday of every month to read and discuss your work and the work of your fellow wordsmiths.

Writers’ Group:

Have your novel, short story, nonfiction, article, poetry, reviewed by an open group for adults. Questions? Email hkametas@orlandparklibrary.org for information abou...

Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Event Details:

We know our patrons love to read, but how about those of you who put the ink to paper as well? Join us for a drop-in session the first Tuesday of every month to read and discuss your work and the work of your fellow wordsmiths.

Writers’ Group

Have your novel, short story, nonfiction, article, poetry, reviewed by an open group for adults. Questions? Email hkametas@orlandparklibrary.org for information about how to join this event. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Memory Cafe

Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Large Meeting Room - 104 at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults

A social gathering for people living with Alzheimer's and related dementias, and their care partners. Each session includes an activity and gives participants a chance to enjoy time together.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - 104
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Registration Required
Event Details:

A social gathering for people living with Alzheimer's and related dementias, and their care partners. Each session includes an activity and gives participants a chance to enjoy time together.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Early Orland History

Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Large Meeting Room - 104 at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults

Local history presentation with Libby Paulson, Village of Orland Park Heritage Sites Supervisor. Presented in conjunction with a month-long display of early Orland Park artifacts from the Heritage Sites collection.

 

Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - 104
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Event Details:

Local history presentation with Libby Paulson, Village of Orland Park Heritage Sites Supervisor. Presented in conjunction with a month-long display of early Orland Park artifacts from the Heritage Sites collection.

 

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Piano Concert: Bree Beezhold

Thursday, September 4, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Lobby at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Adult Programs
This event is in the "Adults" group

Jewel Osco Vaccine Clinic

Thursday, September 4, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Large Meeting Room - 104 at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults

Osco Pharmacy is partnering with the library to provide a free onsite flu shot and vaccine clinic. No appointment necessary.  

Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - 104
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Event Details:

Osco Pharmacy is partnering with the library to provide a free onsite flu shot and vaccine clinic. No appointment necessary.  

This event is in the "Adults" group

Jewel Osco Vaccine Clinic

Friday, September 5, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Large Meeting Room - 104 at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults

Osco pharmacy is partnering with the library to provide a free onsite flu shot and vaccine clinic. No appointment necessary.  

Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - 104
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Event Details:

Osco pharmacy is partnering with the library to provide a free onsite flu shot and vaccine clinic. No appointment necessary.  

This event is in the "Adults" group

Adult Take & Makes - Glitter Book Page Leaves

All Day
Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults

Feeling crafty? Pick up a Take & Make at the Adult Services Desk. Available starting at 9 a.m., while supplies last. Instructions are always available on the library website. 

Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Event Details:

Feeling crafty? Pick up a Take & Make at the Adult Services Desk. Available starting at 9 a.m., while supplies last. Instructions are always available on the library website. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Old Orland History Tour

Saturday, September 6, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults

Join Heritage Sites Supervisor Libby Paulson for a guided walking tour of Old Orland! Tours will begin at the old Village Hall (14415 Beacon Avenue) and will include stops on Beacon Avenue, 143rd Street, Union Avenue, and West Avenue. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Heritage Sites Supervisor Libby Paulson for a guided walking tour of Old Orland! Tours will begin at the old Village Hall (14415 Beacon Avenue) and will include stops on Beacon Avenue, 143rd Street, Union Avenue, and West Avenue. 

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Limits

Please note you may only register for one spot per library card. Multiple registrations associated with the same library card will be cancelled. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Concert: Dueling Pianos

Sunday, September 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Large Meeting Room - 104 at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults

Windy City Dueling Pianos combines high-energy live music played on two pianos by two highly skilled entertainers with hilarious, interactive comedy!  

Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - 104
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Event Details:

Windy City Dueling Pianos combines high-energy live music played on two pianos by two highly skilled entertainers with hilarious, interactive comedy!  

This event is in the "Adults" group

Fall Paint Party

Monday, September 8, 2025 at 10:30am - 1:00pm
Large Meeting Room - 104 at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for a guided acrylic painting class and take home your own fall-themed masterpiece. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - 104
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a guided acrylic painting class and take home your own fall-themed masterpiece. 

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Limits

Please note you may only register for one spot per library card. Multiple registrations associated with the same library card will be cancelled. 

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Piano Concert: Justin Prince

Monday, September 8, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Lobby at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Adult Programs
This event is in the "Adults" group

Dementia Caregiver Support Group

Monday, September 8, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Board Room - 104A at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults

Designed for those caring for a loved one with dementia. Comes to relax, share, learn, and connect with fellow caregivers and local experts. This program is exclusively for caregivers. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Board Room - 104A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Registration Required
Event Details:

Designed for those caring for a loved one with dementia. Comes to relax, share, learn, and connect with fellow caregivers and local experts. This program is exclusively for caregivers. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Bread Basics

Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Large Meeting Room - 104 at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults

You’re in for a real treat with this introductory bread making program taught by the legendry baker, Father Dominic, AKA the Bread Monk!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - 104
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Registration Required
Event Details:

You’re in for a real treat with this introductory bread making program taught by the legendry baker, Father Dominic, AKA the Bread Monk!

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

Attention patrons with food allergies. Please be aware that food present at this program may contain or come into contact with common allergens, such as dairy, eggs, soybeans, tree nuts, peanuts, fish, shellfish, or wheat.

Registration Limits

Please note you may only register for one spot per library card. Multiple registrations associated with the same library card will be cancelled. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tuesday Night Book Club: James by Percival Everett

Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Multipurpose Room at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs, Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adults

A brilliant reimagining of Adventures of Huckleberry Finn—both harrowing and satirical—told from the enslaved Jim's point of view.

Tuesday Night Book Club:

Every second Tuesday of the month, we’ll discuss original texts from groundbreaking authors who are reframing the course of the literary world as we know it.  Book discussions...

Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs, Book Discussion
Event Details:

A brilliant reimagining of Adventures of Huckleberry Finn—both harrowing and satirical—told from the enslaved Jim's point of view.

Tuesday Night Book Club

Every second Tuesday of the month, we’ll discuss original texts from groundbreaking authors who are reframing the course of the literary world as we know it.  

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.

  • September 9: James by Percival Everett
  • October 14: By the Fire We Carry by Rebecca Nagle
  • November 11: Indian Burial Ground by Nick Medina

 

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Intro to eBooks

Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Computer Lab at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults

Curious about checking out eBooks through the library? We’ll teach you everything you need to know to get started and troubleshoot common issues. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Registration Required
Event Details:

Curious about checking out eBooks through the library? We’ll teach you everything you need to know to get started and troubleshoot common issues. 

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Limits

Please note you may only register for one spot per library card. Multiple registrations associated with the same library card will be cancelled. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Mental Health Awareness Seminar

Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Large Meeting Room - 104 at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults

Through this informational program, patrons will gain a greater understanding of what mental health is, develop tools to cope with stress and anxiety, explore how mental health affects the body, and create a personalized mini wellness plan to supp

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - 104
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Registration Required
Event Details:

Through this informational program, patrons will gain a greater understanding of what mental health is, develop tools to cope with stress and anxiety, explore how mental health affects the body, and create a personalized mini wellness plan to supp

This event is in the "Adults" group

English Conversation Cafe

Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Multipurpose Room at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults

This conversation cafe provides a safe and supportive space for English Language Learners to practice and develop their language proficiency through informal dialogue, interactive activities, and community engagement.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Registration Required
Event Details:

This conversation cafe provides a safe and supportive space for English Language Learners to practice and develop their language proficiency through informal dialogue, interactive activities, and community engagement.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Spice Club

All Day
Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults

Spice up your cooking with Spice Club! Stop by the Adult Services Desk each month to receive a sample of a new spice along with an info card & delicious recipes.

Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Event Details:

Spice up your cooking with Spice Club! Stop by the Adult Services Desk each month to receive a sample of a new spice along with an info card & delicious recipes.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

Attention patrons with food allergies. Please be aware that food present at this program may contain or come into contact with common allergens, such as dairy, eggs, soybeans, tree nuts, peanuts, fish, shellfish, or wheat.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Chess Club

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Multipurpose Room at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults

Drop in for a game of chess! All skill levels welcome. The library does not provide chess sets so bring one if you have it.

Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Event Details:

Drop in for a game of chess! All skill levels welcome. The library does not provide chess sets so bring one if you have it.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Windows 11

Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Computer Lab at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs, Computer Classes
Age Group:
Adults

This hands-on class will guide you through the fundamentals of navigating Windows 11. Learn how to find what you need, organize your files, and personalize your experience.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs, Computer Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

This hands-on class will guide you through the fundamentals of navigating Windows 11. Learn how to find what you need, organize your files, and personalize your experience.

Disclaimer(s)

Computer Class

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

This event is in the "Adults" group

Ageless Grace

Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Large Meeting Room - 104 at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults

Ageless Grace® is a highly effective brain fitness program that keeps participants moving and thinking through the power of play.  

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - 104
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ageless Grace® is a highly effective brain fitness program that keeps participants moving and thinking through the power of play.  

This event is in the "Adults" group

Retirement Ready: Medicare & Long-Term Care

Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Large Meeting Room - 104 at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults

Master healthcare expenses with this comprehensive course that explores retirement healthcare options including Medicare Parts A – D. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - 104
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Registration Required
Event Details:

Master healthcare expenses with this comprehensive course that explores retirement healthcare options including Medicare Parts A – D. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Computer Basics

Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Computer Lab at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs, Computer Classes
Age Group:
Adults

In this hands-on class, you will learn the various parts of a computer, how to use a mouse, how to open/close a program, and how to properly turn on/off the computer.  

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs, Computer Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

In this hands-on class, you will learn the various parts of a computer, how to use a mouse, how to open/close a program, and how to properly turn on/off the computer.  

Disclaimer(s)

Computer Class

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