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Books and Ballerinas

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Large Meeting Room - 104 at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Youth Program
Age Group:
Children, Ages 3-6, Grades K-2

Come see a short ballet performance and then learn a few ballet moves of your own from the talented dancers of Ballet 5:8. 

**Rescheduled from March 10**

 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - 104
Age Group: Children, Ages 3-6, Grades K-2
Program Type: Youth Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come see a short ballet performance and then learn a few ballet moves of your own from the talented dancers of Ballet 5:8. 

**Rescheduled from March 10**

 

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.

DIY Simple Stitch Peep Keychains

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 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

Grades 6-12. 

Join us in learning how to use a simple stich to create a peep inspired keychain.

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 in learning how to use a simple stich to create a peep inspired keychain.

Excel Intermediate: Formulas

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Computer Lab at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs, Computer Classes
Age Group:
Adults

This hands-on class will demonstrate the power of formulas in Excel to calculate and streamline data. Prior familiarity with Excel 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:

This hands-on class will demonstrate the power of formulas in Excel to calculate and streamline data. Prior familiarity with Excel is required. 

Disclaimer(s)

Computer Class

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

Cover of The Swans of Harlem

Tuesday Night Book Club: The Swans of Harlem

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Multipurpose Room at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs, Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adults

The forgotten story of a pioneering group of five Black ballerinas and their fifty-year sisterhood, a legacy erased from history—until now.

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:

The forgotten story of a pioneering group of five Black ballerinas and their fifty-year sisterhood, a legacy erased from history—until now.

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.

  • March 10: 1984 by George Orwell
  • April 14: The Swans of Harlem by Karen Valby
  • May 12: The Slightest Green by Sahar Mustafa

 

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, April 15, 2026 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.

Baby Walkers Storytime

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 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.

Traditional Middle-Eastern Embroidery & Tea

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Large Meeting Room - 104 at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults

Discover the art of Middle Eastern cross-stitching as you create meaningful motifs that reflect rich history, all while enjoying a cup of tea and delicious desserts. All materials will be provided. No prior experience required.

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

Discover the art of Middle Eastern cross-stitching as you create meaningful motifs that reflect rich history, all while enjoying a cup of tea and delicious desserts. All materials will be provided. No prior experience required.

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.

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. 

Fingerprint Cherry Blossoms Teen Volunteers

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 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. 

 

 

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. 

 

 

Fingerprint Cherry Blossoms

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Services Program Room at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Youth Program
Age Group:
Children, Grades K-2

Make your own cherry blossom tree using your fingerprints.  

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:

Make your own cherry blossom tree using your fingerprints.  

Disclaimer(s)

Program Registration (YS)

Please register for each program in this series individually.

Once Upon a Time Storytime

Thursday, April 16, 2026 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.

Early Stage Memory Loss Support Group

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Large Meeting Room - 104 at Orland Park Public Library
Age Group:
Adults

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

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, is 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, Care Partners

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Board Room - 104A at Orland Park Public Library
Age Group:
Adults

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

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

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

Piano Concert: Bree Beezhold

Thursday, April 16, 2026 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

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.

English Conversation Cafe

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Large Meeting Room - 104 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.

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

Mini Sensory Magic Teen Volunteers

Thursday, April 16, 2026 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. 

 

 

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. 

 

 

Dance Fitness

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Large Meeting Room - 104 at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults

Experience life's energetic potential in this dynamic movement class. 

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:

Experience life's energetic potential in this dynamic movement class. 

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.

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. 

Mini Sensory Magic

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Services Program Room at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Youth Program
Age Group:
Children, Grades 3-5

Mix sparkles, water, and fun add-ins to make your own mini sensory jar. Shake it up and watch the magic swirl! 

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:

Mix sparkles, water, and fun add-ins to make your own mini sensory jar. Shake it up and watch the magic swirl! 

Disclaimer(s)

Program Registration (YS)

Please register for each program in this series individually.

Canva Visual Suite-Videos

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Computer Lab at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs, Computer Classes
Age Group:
Adults

This hands-on class will grow your knowledge into Canva's Visual Suite of applications. You will learn to create videos and also learn to create and manage social media posts.

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:

This hands-on class will grow your knowledge into Canva's Visual Suite of applications. You will learn to create videos and also learn to create and manage social media posts.

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

Outreach Services delivers library materials to patrons unable to come to the library.

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

Outreach Services delivers library materials to patrons unable to come to the library.

Library Buddies: Spring Scavenger Hunt Teen Volunteers

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
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. 

Teen Intern created program. 

 

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. 

Teen Intern created program. 

 

Library Buddies: Spring Scavenger Hunt

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Services Program Room at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Youth Program
Age Group:
Children, Grades K-2

Team up with our Teen Interns to solve a scavenger hunt in the Backyard and then do a craft.

Open
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:

Team up with our Teen Interns to solve a scavenger hunt in the Backyard and then do a craft.

Disclaimer(s)

Program Registration (YS)

Please register for each program in this series individually.

Bright Starts Family Storytime

Saturday, April 18, 2026 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.

Kindness Rocks Teen Volunteers

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
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 program with painting Kindness Rocks in the Lobby is celebration of Earth Day. 

 

 

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 program with painting Kindness Rocks in the Lobby is celebration of Earth Day. 

 

 

Earth Day Kindness Rock Project

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 3:00pm
Lobby at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
All Ages, Family Event
Age Group:
Everyone

Celebrate Earth Day with a simple act of creativity and kindness. Stop by the library lobby to paint a kindness rock using paint pens and natural stones.

Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: All Ages, Family Event
Event Details:

Celebrate Earth Day with a simple act of creativity and kindness. Stop by the library lobby to paint a kindness rock using paint pens and natural stones.