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Canva and Cricut Valentine's Project

Sunday, February 9, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Computer Lab at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs, Computer Classes
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Learn how to make a Valentine's Day card using Canva and Cricut. 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: 6
Event Details:

Learn how to make a Valentine's Day card using Canva and Cricut. 

Registration is required.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Computer Class

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

Romantic Valentine's Day Menu Cooking Demo

Monday, February 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Large Meeting Room - 104 at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Come spend the afternoon with Chefs Michael & Susan Maddox as they demonstrate a romantic 3-course menu while explaining some great techniques to make time in the kitchen a bre...

Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - 104
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Come spend the afternoon with Chefs Michael & Susan Maddox as they demonstrate a romantic 3-course menu while explaining some great techniques to make time in the kitchen a breeze.

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. 

The Science of Love Volunteers

Monday, February 10, 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. 

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. 

The Science of Love

Monday, February 10, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Youth Services Program Room at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Youth Program
Age Group:
Children, Ages 3-6
Event Details:

Explore Valentine’s Day themed experiments. 

Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Children, Ages 3-6
Program Type: Youth Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Explore Valentine’s Day themed experiments. 

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.

Toddler Time

Tuesday, February 11, 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.   

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: 20
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.

Valentine's Candle Making

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Large Meeting Room - 104 at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Celebrate Valentine’s Day by creating something truly special! Join us for an intimate, hands-on candle-making workshop where love and creativity come together. Whether you're craf...

Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - 104
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Celebrate Valentine’s Day by creating something truly special! Join us for an intimate, hands-on candle-making workshop where love and creativity come 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. 

Lil Love Monsters Volunteers

Tuesday, February 11, 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. 

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. 

Lil Love Monsters

Tuesday, February 11, 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:

Read “Love Monster” and create your very own love monster. 

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:

Read “Love Monster” and create your very own love monster. 

Disclaimer(s)

Program Registration (YS)

Please register for each program in this series individually.

Microsoft PowerPoint Intermediate

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Computer Lab at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs, Computer Classes
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Building upon the Microsoft PowerPoint basics class and using hands-on examples, you will learn how to link a Microsoft Word document or Excel spreadsheet, create hyperlinks and ac...

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:

Building upon the Microsoft PowerPoint basics class and using hands-on examples, you will learn how to link a Microsoft Word document or Excel spreadsheet, create hyperlinks and action buttons,

Disclaimer(s)

Computer Class

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

Cover of Lady Tan's Circle of Women

Tuesday Night Book Club: Lady Tan’s Circle of Women by Lisa See

Tuesday, February 11, 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:

According to Confucius, “an educated woman is a worthless woman,” but Tan Yunxian—born into an elite family, yet haunted by death, separations, and loneliness—is being raised by he...

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

According to Confucius, “an educated woman is a worthless woman,” but Tan Yunxian—born into an elite family, yet haunted by death, separations, and loneliness—is being raised by her grandparents to be of use.

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.

  • January 14: Search by Michelle Huneven 
  • February 11: Lady Tan’s Circle of Women by Lisa See 
  • March 11: The Sing Sing Files by Dan Slepian 
  • April 8: The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters 

 

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, February 12, 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.

Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Youth Program, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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, February 12, 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.

Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Youth Program, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
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 - Heart Tree

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 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. 

The History of Motown Records

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Large Meeting Room - 104 at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The History of Motown Records - In Detroit in the 1960s Motown Records produced hits as efficiently as the Ford Motor Company produced automobiles. It was the "Sound of Young ...

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:

The History of Motown Records - In Detroit in the 1960s Motown Records produced hits as efficiently as the Ford Motor Company produced automobiles. It was the "Sound of Young America" sung by performers like The Supremes, The Temptations, Mar

Once Upon a Time Storytime

Thursday, February 13, 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
Event Details:

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

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: 20
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.

Lobby Piano Concert: Bree Beezhold

Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
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

Night Owls Storytime

Thursday, February 13, 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
Event Details:

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

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: 20
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.

Teen Take And Make Captain America Shrinky-Dinks

Friday, February 14, 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
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. 

Bright Starts Family Storytime

Saturday, February 15, 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
Event Details:

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

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: 20
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.

LinkedIn Basics

Saturday, February 15, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Computer Lab at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs, Computer Classes
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Learn how to utilize LinkedIn tools, in this lecture-style class, to manage your professional career. 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: 20
Event Details:

Learn how to utilize LinkedIn tools, in this lecture-style class, to manage your professional career. 

Registration is required.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Computer Class

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

Czytanie na dywanie: Bilingual Polish Storytime

Saturday, February 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:30pm
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 Ms. Izabel for a fun-filled storytime where children learn rhymes, sing songs, and hear stories in English and Polish. 

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: 20
Event Details:

Join Ms. Izabel for a fun-filled storytime where children learn rhymes, sing songs, and hear stories in English and Polish. 

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.

Bingo

Saturday, February 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Large Meeting Room - 104 at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join us for casual Saturday afternoon Bingo! Drop-ins welcome!

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

Join us for casual Saturday afternoon Bingo! Drop-ins welcome!

Teen Super Smash Bros. Tournament

Saturday, February 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen Loft at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Teen Program
Age Group:
Teens, Grades 9-12, Grades 6-8
Event Details:

A tournament to determine the Orland Park Library’s best Super Smash Bros. Ultimate player! Register in advance for this 1 vs. 1 tournament. Bringing your own controller is welcome

Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Teen Loft
Age Group: Teens, Grades 9-12, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Teen Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 32
Event Details:

A tournament to determine the Orland Park Library’s best Super Smash Bros. Ultimate player! Register in advance for this 1 vs. 1 tournament. Bringing your own controller is welcome

Lobby Piano Concert: Justin Prince

Monday, February 17, 2025 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