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Explore Microorganisms

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Services Program Room at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Youth Program
Age Group:
Children, Grades 3-5
Event Details:

Grades 3-5. Join us to learn all about bacteria and microorganisms. The first session on December 5,  we will be swabbing surfaces from around the library such as doorhandles,...

Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Children, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Youth Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Grades 3-5. Join us to learn all about bacteria and microorganisms. The first session on December 5,  we will be swabbing surfaces from around the library such as doorhandles, water fountain faucets and more to swab on petri dishes.

Excel Basics: Terms and Navigation

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Computer Lab at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs, Computer Classes
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

In this class, we will discuss the terms and navigation of Microsoft's spreadsheet product, Excel, while  you follow along on the computer.  Registration is required....

Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs, Computer Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

In this class, we will discuss the terms and navigation of Microsoft's spreadsheet product, Excel, while 
you follow along on the computer. 

Registration is required.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Computer Class

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

Home Delivery Services

All Day
Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Offsite Outreach Program
Event Details:

Outreach Services delivers books and audiovisual materials to patrons unable to visit the library.

Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Program Type: Offsite Outreach Program
Event Details:

Outreach Services delivers books and audiovisual materials to patrons unable to visit the library.

Take & Make - Christmas Light Garland

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Youth Program
Age Group:
Children, Ages 3 and up
Event Details:

Take and Make. For Orland Park residents only. 

Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Age Group: Children, Ages 3 and up
Program Type: Youth Program
Event Details:

Take and Make. For Orland Park residents only. 

Winter Wonderfest Tape Obstacle Course Volunteers

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Teen Program, Teen Volunteer Opportunities
Age Group:
Teens, Grades 9-12, Grades 6-8
Event Details:

Register to join us in creating a tape obstacle course for our upcoming Winter Wonderfest. 

Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Age Group: Teens, Grades 9-12, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Teen Program, Teen Volunteer Opportunities
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Register to join us in creating a tape obstacle course for our upcoming Winter Wonderfest. 

Meet The Artist: Elizabeth Andrews

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Gallery Wall at Orland Park Public Library
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Landscapes & Still Life Oil Paintings Come meet artist Elizabeth Andrews and learn about her work. Light refreshments will be served.

Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Gallery Wall
Age Group: Everyone
Event Details:

Landscapes & Still Life
Oil Paintings

Come meet artist Elizabeth Andrews and learn about her work. Light refreshments will be served.

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.

Adult Take & Makes - Frosted Mason Jar Luminary

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

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. 

Winter Wonderfest Volunteers

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 9:30am - 2:30pm
Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Teen Program, Teen Volunteer Opportunities
Age Group:
Teens, Grades 9-12, Grades 6-8
Event Details:

Help out with our Winterfest Day. We’ll have various stations and activities that you will help run with the help of our librarians. Lunch will be provided.  

Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Age Group: Teens, Grades 9-12, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Teen Program, Teen Volunteer Opportunities
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Help out with our Winterfest Day. We’ll have various stations and activities that you will help run with the help of our librarians. Lunch will be provided.

 

A Very Special Bright Starts: Winter Wonderfest

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Services Program Room at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Youth Program, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Birth - 35 months., Children, Ages 3 and up
Event Details:

All ages. Help start off our wonderful winter reading program with this magical winter-themed storytime.

Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Birth - 35 months., Children, Ages 3 and up
Program Type: Youth Program, Storytime
Event Details:

All ages. Help start off our wonderful winter reading program with this magical winter-themed storytime.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for a child and one adult caregiver, so please be prepared to stay for the event.

Giant Bubble Show

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
All Ages, Family Event, Youth Program
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Birth - 35 months., Children, Ages 3 and up, Everyone
Event Details:

Family Event. Come enjoy an interactive giant bubble show that’s sure to be fun for the whole family. No registration required.

Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Birth - 35 months., Children, Ages 3 and up, Everyone
Program Type: All Ages, Family Event, Youth Program
Event Details:

Family Event. Come enjoy an interactive giant bubble show that’s sure to be fun for the whole family. No registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for a child and one adult caregiver, so please be prepared to stay for the event.

Glowforge Christmas Ornament Project

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Computer Lab at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs, Computer Classes
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

In this class, you will use the Glowforge machine to create a take-home Christmas ornament. Previous Glowforge experience or having taken our Glowforge Basics class is required to ...

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

In this class, you will use the Glowforge machine to create a take-home Christmas ornament. Previous Glowforge experience or having taken our Glowforge Basics class is required to participate in this project class.  

Disclaimer(s)

Computer Class

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

Holiday Wrap Swap

Sunday, December 8, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Large Meeting Room - 104 at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Do you have some holiday wrapping paper, bows, and tags that you would like to swap for something new? Bring your good condition wrapping papers and bows to the library by Friday, ...

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

Do you have some holiday wrapping paper, bows, and tags that you would like to swap for something new? Bring your good condition wrapping papers and bows to the library by Friday, Nov. 15, then come by on Sunday, Dec.

Glowforge Christmas Ornament Project

Sunday, December 8, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Computer Lab at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs, Computer Classes
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

In this class, you will use the Glowforge machine to create a take-home Christmas ornament. Previous Glowforge experience or having taken our Glowforge Basics class is required to ...

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

In this class, you will use the Glowforge machine to create a take-home Christmas ornament. Previous Glowforge experience or having taken our Glowforge Basics class is required to participate in this project class.  

Disclaimer(s)

Computer Class

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

Home Delivery Services

All Day
Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Offsite Outreach Program
Event Details:

Outreach delivers books and audiovisual materials to patrons unable to visit the library. Follow this link more information about Home Delivery Services and the Library's O...

Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Program Type: Offsite Outreach Program
Event Details:

Outreach delivers books and audiovisual materials to patrons unable to visit the library.

Senior Living Visit: Smith Crossing

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Off Site
Program Type:
Offsite Outreach Program
Event Details:

Outreach Services provides a browsing collection of large print books and audiovisual materials to residents of Smith Crossing Senior Living.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Program Type: Offsite Outreach Program
Event Details:

Outreach Services provides a browsing collection of large print books and audiovisual materials to residents of Smith Crossing Senior Living.

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.

Coffee Shop Stamps

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Youth Services Program Room at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Teen Program
Age Group:
Teens, Grades 9-12, Grades 6-8
Event Details:

The winter reading program, Read A Latte, is happening! Why not celebrate by making a cute coffee themed stamp?   

Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Teens, Grades 9-12, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Teen Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

The winter reading program, Read A Latte, is happening! Why not celebrate by making a cute coffee themed stamp? 

 

Teen Take And Make Mini Zen Gardens

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 9:00am - 9:00pm
Teen Loft at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Teen Program
Age Group:
Teens, Grades 9-12, Grades 6-8
Event Details:

Pick up this Take and Make at the Teen Loft while supplies last. 

Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Teen Loft
Age Group: Teens, Grades 9-12, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Teen Program
Event Details:

Pick up this Take and Make at the Teen Loft while supplies last. 

Senior Living Visit: Thomas Place

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Offsite Outreach Program
Event Details:

Outreach Services provides a browsing collection of large print books and audiovisual materials to residents of Thomas Place Senior Living.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Program Type: Offsite Outreach Program
Event Details:

Outreach Services provides a browsing collection of large print books and audiovisual materials to residents of Thomas Place Senior Living.

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.

Coffee & Comfort Dogs - Holiday Event (Ages 18+)

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Large Meeting Room - 104 at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Start your holidays off in a calm and cuddly place. Join us once again for a visit with Healing Hearts Comforts Dogs.

Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - 104
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

Start your holidays off in a calm and cuddly place. Join us once again for a visit with Healing Hearts Comforts Dogs.

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. 

Book Club Bash

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Large Meeting Room - 104 at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

As a 'thank you' to our cherished book club attendees, the Adult Services staff will be hosting a holiday get-together! In celebration of a year's worth of great books, delightful ...

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

As a 'thank you' to our cherished book club attendees, the Adult Services staff will be hosting a holiday get-together!

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.

Loveable Llamas Volunteers

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 6:15pm - 7:45pm
Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Teen Program, Teen Volunteer Opportunities
Age Group:
Teens, Grades 9-12, Grades 6-8
Event Details:

Assist library staff with this youth program. Check youth description for program specifics. 

Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Age Group: Teens, Grades 9-12, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Teen Program, Teen Volunteer Opportunities
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Assist library staff with this youth program. Check youth description for program specifics. 

Author: Rita Woods

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Large Meeting Room - 104 at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Award winning author, Rita D. Woods, will be discussing The Last Dreamwalker.   The Last Dreamwalker, 2023's Chicago Book of the Year, is the story of Layla, a 20-something a...

Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - 104
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 100
Event Details:

Award winning author, Rita D. Woods, will be discussing The Last Dreamwalker.  

Loveable Llamas

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Services Program Room at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Youth Program
Age Group:
Children, Grades K-2
Event Details:

Join us as we celebrate National Llama Day by reading “Llama Llama Little Lie” and make a loveable llama to take home.

Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Children, Grades K-2
Program Type: Youth Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join us as we celebrate National Llama Day by reading “Llama Llama Little Lie” and make a loveable llama to take home.

Holiday Card Making

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Large Meeting Room - 104 at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Learn how to make hand-crafted, heartfelt holiday cards. You will explore a variety of techniques and take home six unique cards to share with family and friends.  Only reg...

Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - 104
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Learn how to make hand-crafted, heartfelt holiday cards. You will explore a variety of techniques and take home six unique cards to share with family and friends. 

Only register for one session. 

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.