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Tuesday, April 29, 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
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: 16
Event Details:

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

Disclaimer(s)

Program Registration (YS)

Please register for each program in this series individually.

Create Your Own Boba Clay Keychains

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 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:

Create a mini boba keychain.

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: 13
Event Details:

Create a mini boba keychain.

Baby Lapsit Storytime

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 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: 14
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 30, 2025 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: 16
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.

Paper Bag Nests Volunteers

Wednesday, April 30, 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
Event Details:

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

Closed
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. 

Paper Bag Nests

Wednesday, April 30, 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
Event Details:

Make an adorable nest for your new baby bird! Happy Nesting! 

Closed
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: 0
Event Details:

Make an adorable nest for your new baby bird! Happy Nesting! 

Build the Perfect Cheese Board

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

Learn tips and techniques to create your perfect cheeseboard for any occasion. We will discuss when, why and how much cheese to buy. Once we assemble the cheeseboard, we'll enjoy i...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - 104
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Learn tips and techniques to create your perfect cheeseboard for any occasion. We will discuss when, why and how much cheese to buy. Once we assemble the cheeseboard, we'll enjoy it together!

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. 

Early Stage Memory Loss Support Group

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Large Meeting Room - 104 at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
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 cognitiv...

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

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Board Room - 104A at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This meeting is for care partners of those attending the Early Memory Loss Support Group. If your care partner is registered you will automatically be registered for this concurren...

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

This meeting is for care partners of those attending the Early Memory Loss Support Group. If your care partner is registered you will automatically be registered for this concurrent meeting.

No Bake Éclair Cake Demonstration

Friday, May 2, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Large Meeting Room - 104 at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join Maria Vacchiano from Cooking Up Some Fun to learn how to make a quick and easy, no-bake Éclair cake. Perfect for spring and summer gatherings! Enjoy raffles, giveaways, decora...

Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - 104
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 60
Event Details:

Join Maria Vacchiano from Cooking Up Some Fun to learn how to make a quick and easy, no-bake Éclair cake. Perfect for spring and summer gatherings! Enjoy raffles, giveaways, decorating tips, and cake sampling.

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. 

Writers' Group

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Multipurpose Room at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults
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...

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 yo...

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. 

Early Stage Memory Loss Support Group

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Large Meeting Room - 104 at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
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 cognitiv...

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

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Board Room - 104A at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This meeting is for care partners of those attending the Early Memory Loss Support Group. If your care partner is registered you will automatically be registered for this concurren...

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

This meeting is for care partners of those attending the Early Memory Loss Support Group. If your care partner is registered you will automatically be registered for this concurrent meeting.

Cover of The Lion Women of Tehran

Tuesday Night Book Club: The Lion Women of Tehran

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 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 discussions...

Event Details:

In 1950s Tehran, seven-year-old Ellie lives in grand comfort until the untimely death of her father, forcing Ellie and her mother to move to a tiny home downtown. Lonely and bearin...

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

In 1950s Tehran, seven-year-old Ellie lives in grand comfort until the untimely death of her father, forcing Ellie and her mother to move to a tiny home downtown.

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 13: The Lion Women of Tehran by Marjan Kamali
  • June 10: Livid by Patricia Cornwell
  • July 8: How to Say Babylon by Safiya Sinclair
  • August 12: Finding Margaret Fuller by Allison Pataki

 

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.

Early Stage Memory Loss Support Group

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Large Meeting Room - 104 at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
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 cognitiv...

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

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Board Room - 104A at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This meeting is for care partners of those attending the Early Memory Loss Support Group. If your care partner is registered you will automatically be registered for this concurren...

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

This meeting is for care partners of those attending the Early Memory Loss Support Group. If your care partner is registered you will automatically be registered for this concurrent meeting.

Library Board Meeting

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Board Room - 104A at Orland Park Public Library
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Board Room - 104A

Early Stage Memory Loss Support Group

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Large Meeting Room - 104 at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
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 cognitiv...

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

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Board Room - 104A at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This meeting is for care partners of those attending the Early Memory Loss Support Group. If your care partner is registered you will automatically be registered for this concurren...

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

This meeting is for care partners of those attending the Early Memory Loss Support Group. If your care partner is registered you will automatically be registered for this concurrent meeting.

Library Closed

All Day 5/25 - 5/26
Orland Park Public Library

Library closed for Memorial Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, May 27 at 9 a.m.

Closing
Branches:
Orland Park Public Library
Description:

Library closed for Memorial Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, May 27 at 9 a.m.

Early Stage Memory Loss Support Group

Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Large Meeting Room - 104 at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
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 cognitiv...

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

Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Board Room - 104A at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This meeting is for care partners of those attending the Early Memory Loss Support Group. If your care partner is registered you will automatically be registered for this concurren...

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

This meeting is for care partners of those attending the Early Memory Loss Support Group. If your care partner is registered you will automatically be registered for this concurrent meeting.

Writers' Group

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Multipurpose Room at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults
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...

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 yo...

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. 

Cover of Livid

Tuesday Night Book Club: Livid

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 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 discussions...

Event Details:

Forensic pathologist Kay Scarpetta has just inherited one of the most notorious cases of her career. Two years ago, a former beauty queen’s body washed up on the shore of Wallops I...

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

Forensic pathologist Kay Scarpetta has just inherited one of the most notorious cases of her career. Two years ago, a former beauty queen’s body washed up on the shore of Wallops Island, Virginia.

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 13: The Lion Women of Tehran by Marjan Kamali
  • June 10: Livid by Patricia Cornwell
  • July 8: How to Say Babylon by Safiya Sinclair
  • August 12: Finding Margaret Fuller by Allison Pataki

 

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.