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Courage Cards

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Large Meeting Room - 104 at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Courage cards are not only beautiful, but they can be used to inspire courage within us. Join Mindfulness Coach Debra Vinci—Minogue, Ed. D. to create your own courage cards while l...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - 104
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Courage cards are not only beautiful, but they can be used to inspire courage within us. Join Mindfulness Coach Debra Vinci—Minogue, Ed. D. to create your own courage cards while learning some mindfulness skills.

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. 

Toddler Time

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 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
Event Details:

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

Open
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
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
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.

English Conversation Cafe

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Board Room - 104A at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

An informal, mixed level group, guided by a teacher. Anyone with a basic working knowledge of English can join. Childcare is not available, but parents or caregivers may bring youn...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Board Room - 104A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

An informal, mixed level group, guided by a teacher. Anyone with a basic working knowledge of English can join. Childcare is not available, but parents or caregivers may bring young children who can occupy themselves during the program

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.

Senior Living Visit: Thomas Place

Tuesday, May 14, 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.

Owl Pellet Dissection

Tuesday, May 14, 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:

Grades 6-12. Ew! Gross science! Learn what owls eat by dissecting an owl pellet!   

Open
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: 14
Event Details:

Grades 6-12. Ew! Gross science! Learn what owls eat by dissecting an owl pellet! 

 

Glowforge Basics

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Computer Lab at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs, Computer Classes
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

In this basics course, you will receive hands-on instruction on how to use the Glowforge laser cutting/engraving machine.  Registration is required.  

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs, Computer Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

In this basics course, you will receive hands-on instruction on how to use the Glowforge laser cutting/engraving machine. 

Registration is required.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Computer Class

Please be prepared with an established email address for this computer class. Call the IT Desk at (708) 428-5171 for questions.

Water Safety Program

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Large Meeting Room - 104 at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Family Event, Youth Program
Age Group:
Children, Ages 3 and up, Adults
Event Details:

Hear a representative from The Swim Advantage speak on the importance of being safe in and around water, specifically the drowning process and how to respond to incidents that may ...

Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - 104
Age Group: Children, Ages 3 and up, Adults
Program Type: Family Event, Youth Program
Event Details:

Hear a representative from The Swim Advantage speak on the importance of being safe in and around water, specifically the drowning process and how to respond to incidents that may occur. No registration required. 

Book cover for Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow

Tuesday Night Book Club: Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Multipurpose Room at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs, Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adults
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 discuss...

Event Details:

Spanning thirty years, from Cambridge, Massachusetts, to Venice Beach, California, and lands in between and far beyond, Gabrielle Zevin's Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow&...

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

Spanning thirty years, from Cambridge, Massachusetts, to Venice Beach, California, and lands in between and far beyond, Gabrielle Zevin's Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow is a dazzling and

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.

  • May 14: Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin 
  • June 11: North Woods by Daniel Mason 
  • July 9: Dancing in the Mosque by Homeira Qaderi 
  • August 13: Deacon King Kong by James McBride 

 

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.

Baby Lapsit Storytime

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Services Program Room at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Youth Program, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Event Details:

Birth-11 months with parent or caregiver. Stories, songs, fingerplays and fun all while building early literacy skills.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Youth Program, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
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.

Stan's Donut's Drop in

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Offsite Outreach Program
Event Details:

Sip on coffee and browse Orland Park Library's new books, magazines, and audiovisual materials at Stan's Donuts.

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

Sip on coffee and browse Orland Park Library's new books, magazines, and audiovisual materials at Stan's Donuts.

Baby Walkers Storytime

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Services Program Room at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Youth Program, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Event Details:

12-23 months with parent or caregiver. Stories, songs, fingerplays and fun all while building early literacy skills.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Youth Program, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
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.

Take & Make - National Pizza Day Take and Make

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 4:00pm - 9:00pm
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. 

Arabic Storytime

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Large Meeting Room - 104 at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Youth Program, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Birth - 35 months., Children, Ages 3 and up
Event Details:

Stop by for an exciting time and hear stories in English and Arabic. No registration required.  

Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - 104
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Birth - 35 months., Children, Ages 3 and up
Program Type: Youth Program, Storytime
Event Details:

Stop by for an exciting time and hear stories in English and Arabic. 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.

The Opioid Crisis & Saving Lives with Naloxone

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Multipurpose Room at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Opioid overdoses are a serious public health concern in our communities. The University of Illinois Extension has partnered with the Cook County Department of Public Health to prov...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
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.

Once Upon a Time Storytime

Thursday, May 16, 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:

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

Closed
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
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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.

Senior Drop In: Orland Township

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Off Site
Program Type:
Offsite Outreach Program
Event Details:

Outreach Services brings a browsing collection of large type books and audiovisual materials to the Orland Township Senior Drop In.

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

Outreach Services brings a browsing collection of large type books and audiovisual materials to the Orland Township Senior Drop In.

Early Stage Memory Loss Support Group

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Large Meeting Room - 104 at Orland Park Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The library, in partnership with the Alzheimer's Association and Pathlights, hosts an eight-week support group for those living with early-stage dementia or MCI (mild cognitive imp...

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

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

Computers 201

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Computer Lab at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs, Computer Classes
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This hands-on class will build upon the foundation of the previous Computer 101 class. You will learn how to create folders, surf the internet, and receive basic knowledge of Windo...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs, Computer Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

This hands-on class will build upon the foundation of the previous Computer 101 class. You will learn how to create folders, surf the internet, and receive basic knowledge of Windows 10 and 11. 

Disclaimer(s)

Computer Class

Please be prepared with an established email address for this computer class. Call the IT Desk at (708) 428-5171 for questions.

Night Owls Storytime

Thursday, May 16, 2024 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
Event Details:

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

Open
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
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
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.

Lost Department Stores of Chicago

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Large Meeting Room - 104 at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

For decades, Chicago was home to some of America’s grandest department stores. Clustered along a mile-long stretch of State Street, stores like Marshall Field’s; Carson, Pirie, Sco...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - 104
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 28
Event Details:

For decades, Chicago was home to some of America’s grandest department stores.

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. 

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.

Teen Take and Make: Pop Tab People

Friday, May 17, 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. 

Video Game Club Volunteers

Friday, May 17, 2024 at 3:45pm - 5:45pm
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. 

Waitlist
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: 0
Event Details:

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