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This event is in the "Grades K-2" group

Sailor Duck’s Backyard Bash!

Monday, June 30, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
The Backyard at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Youth Program
Age Group:
Children, Grades K-2

You’re invited to a party in the Backyard with Sailor Duck leading the festivities!  

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: The Backyard
Age Group: Children, Grades K-2
Program Type: Youth Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

You’re invited to a party in the Backyard with Sailor Duck leading the festivities!  

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group
This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group

Games of the Past Volunteers

Monday, June 30, 2025 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

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

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

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

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group

Games of the Past

Monday, June 30, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Services Program Room at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Youth Program
Age Group:
Children, Grades 3-5

Come and play some games that your parents played when they were younger like Cat’s Cradle and make your own Fortune Teller.    

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

Come and play some games that your parents played when they were younger like Cat’s Cradle and make your own Fortune Teller.    

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Age 24 - 47 months" group

Toddler Time

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Services Program Room at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Youth Program, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Age 24 - 47 months

We will have fun as we read, sing, and play together to build early literacy skills.   

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Age 24 - 47 months
Program Type: Youth Program, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

We will have fun as we read, sing, and play together to build early literacy skills.   

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

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

Program Registration (YS)

Please register for each program in this series individually.

This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group
This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group

Cricut for Teens

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Computer Lab at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes, Teen Program
Age Group:
Grades 9-12, Grades 6-8

In this basics class, you will receive hands-on instruction on how to use the Cricut® Design Space and Cricut®craft cutting machine. You will create and take home your own vinyl stickers.

Registration is required.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Grades 9-12, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Computer Classes, Teen Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

In this basics class, you will receive hands-on instruction on how to use the Cricut® Design Space and Cricut®craft cutting machine. You will create and take home your own vinyl stickers.

Registration is required.

Disclaimer(s)

Computer Class

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

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group
This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group

Escape From Jurassic Park! Volunteers

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Teen Program, Teen Volunteer Opportunities
Age Group:
Teens, Grades 9-12, Grades 6-8

Grades 6-12. Work with other teens to create a floor maze based on Jurassic Park for kids of all ages to enjoy.   

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

Grades 6-12. Work with other teens to create a floor maze based on Jurassic Park for kids of all ages to enjoy.   

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Age 24 - 47 months" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Ages 3 and up" group

Escape from Jurassic Park!

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Large Meeting Room - 104 at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Youth Program
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Age 24 - 47 months, Children, Ages 3 and up

Family Event. Dinos are on the loose! Can you make it out of this all-ages floor maze designed by our teen volunteers? No registration required. 

Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - 104
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Age 24 - 47 months, Children, Ages 3 and up
Program Type: Youth Program
Event Details:

Family Event. Dinos are on the loose! Can you make it out of this all-ages floor maze designed by our teen volunteers? 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Writers' Group

Tuesday, July 1, 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 "Babies & Toddlers" group

Baby Lapsit Storytime

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Services Program Room at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Youth Program, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers

Birth-11 months with parent or caregiver.

Stories, songs, fingerplays and fun all while building early literacy skills.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Youth Program, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Birth-11 months with parent or caregiver.

Stories, songs, fingerplays and fun all while building early literacy skills.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

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

Program Registration (YS)

Please register for each program in this series individually.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Memory Café

Wednesday, July 2, 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 "Babies & Toddlers" group

Baby Walkers Storytime

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Services Program Room at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Youth Program, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers

12-23 months with parent or caregiver.

Stories, songs, fingerplays and fun all while building early literacy skills.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Youth Program, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

12-23 months with parent or caregiver.

Stories, songs, fingerplays and fun all while building early literacy skills.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

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

Program Registration (YS)

Please register for each program in this series individually.

This event is in the "Adults" group

iPad Basics

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Computer Lab at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs, Computer Classes
Age Group:
Adults

In this lecture-style class, we will take a basic look at navigating your Apple iPad. You may bring your own iPad if you would like to follow along. L

Registration is required.

 

Open
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 lecture-style class, we will take a basic look at navigating your Apple iPad. You may bring your own iPad if you would like to follow along. L

Registration is required.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Computer Class

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

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group
This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group

Little Free Food Pantry Stockers Volunteers

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Teen Program, Teen Volunteer Opportunities
Age Group:
Teens, Grades 9-12, Grades 6-8

Help us keep our Little Food Pantry stocked. You will need to attend a 1-hour mandatory training session and commit to visiting the library once a week for the month you register for. Meet at the Teen Desk for training.

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

Help us keep our Little Food Pantry stocked. You will need to attend a 1-hour mandatory training session and commit to visiting the library once a week for the month you register for. Meet at the Teen Desk for training.

Disclaimer(s)

Program Registration (YS)

Please register for each program in this series individually.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group
This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group

Handprint Eagle Craft Volunteers

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 6:15pm - 7:15pm
Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Teen Program, Teen Volunteer Opportunities
Age Group:
Teens, Grades 9-12, Grades 6-8

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

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

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

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Grades K-2" group

Handprint Eagle Craft

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Services Program Room at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Youth Program
Age Group:
Children, Grades K-2

Come try your hand, literally, as you will trace your hands to make an eagle that looks as if it is flying.

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

Come try your hand, literally, as you will trace your hands to make an eagle that looks as if it is flying.

This event is in the "Adults" group

The Art and History of Henna

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Large Meeting Room - 104 at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults

Learn about henna's rich history and cultural significance, then experience it firsthand with a small, intricate design applied by an artist. 

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:

Learn about henna's rich history and cultural significance, then experience it firsthand with a small, intricate design applied by an artist. 

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 "Babies & Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Birth - 35 months." group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Ages 3 and up" group

Once Upon a Time Storytime

Thursday, July 3, 2025 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

Join us for this interactive storytime. Be ready to sing, shake, and move!   

Open
Registration Required
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
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for this interactive storytime. Be ready to sing, shake, and move!   

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

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

Program Registration (YS)

Please register for each program in this series individually.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Birth - 35 months." group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Ages 3 and up" group

Night Owls

Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
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

Come hear stories and songs to end the day on a happy note.


 

Open
Registration Required
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
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come hear stories and songs to end the day on a happy note.


 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

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

Program Registration (YS)

Please register for each program in this series individually.

Library Closed

All Day
Orland Park Public Library

Library closed for the Fourth of July. We will reopen on Saturday, July 5 at 9 a.m.

Closing
Branches:
Orland Park Public Library
Description:

Library closed for the Fourth of July. We will reopen on Saturday, July 5 at 9 a.m.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Adult Take & Makes -

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 "Babies & Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Birth - 35 months." group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Ages 3 and up" group

Bright Starts Family Storytime

Saturday, July 5, 2025 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

Start your weekend off right! Bring the family together for stories, songs, and fun!

Open
Registration Required
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
Registration Required
Event Details:

Start your weekend off right! Bring the family together for stories, songs, and fun!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

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

Program Registration (YS)

Please register for each program in this series individually.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group
This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group

Board Games and Brownies

Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Services Program Room at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Teen Program
Age Group:
Teens, Grades 9-12, Grades 6-8

Grades 6-12. Join us for a fun time of playing lots of different games and sampling delicious brownies! 

Open
Registration 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
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 6-12. Join us for a fun time of playing lots of different games and sampling delicious brownies! 

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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group
This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group

Teen Take And Make: Marvel vs. DC Shrinky Dink Keychains

Monday, July 7, 2025 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

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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Dementia Caregiver Support Group

Monday, July 7, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Board Room - 104A at Orland Park Public Library
Age Group:
Adults

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

Registration required. 

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

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

Registration required.