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Dementia Caregiver Support Group

Monday, March 3, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Board Room - 104A at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults
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 caregive...

Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Board Room - 104A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
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 is now 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Mardi Gras Cooking Demo

Monday, March 3, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Large Meeting Room - 104 at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Transport yourself to New Orleans! Learn to transform your kitchen into the best Mardi Gras party at home, complete with three traditional creole recipes.

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:

Transport yourself to New Orleans! Learn to transform your kitchen into the best Mardi Gras party at home, complete with three traditional creole recipes.

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 "Age 24 - 47 months" group.

Toddler Time

Tuesday, March 4, 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)

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

Clue Escape Room

Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Services Program Room at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Youth Program
Age Group:
Children, Grades 3-5
Event Details:

Looking for the best detectives in town to participate in the whodunit of the century. Join us to solve puzzles and eliminate suspects as we hop into a life size version of the fam...

Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Children, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Youth Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Looking for the best detectives in town to participate in the whodunit of the century. Join us to solve puzzles and eliminate suspects as we hop into a life size version of the famous board game. Register for only one session. 

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

Clue Escape Room

Tuesday, March 4, 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
Event Details:

Looking for the best detectives in town to participate in the whodunit of the century. Join us to solve puzzles and eliminate suspects as we hop into a life size version of the fam...

Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Children, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Youth Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Looking for the best detectives in town to participate in the whodunit of the century. Join us to solve puzzles and eliminate suspects as we hop into a life size version of the famous board game. Register for only one session.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

The History of Fleetwood Mac

Tuesday, March 4, 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 Fleetwood Mac – This modest blues band launched in the mid-1960s achieved monumental success in the mid-1970s and still makes headlines today. Using interview a...

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 Fleetwood Mac – This modest blues band launched in the mid-1960s achieved monumental success in the mid-1970s and still makes headlines today. Using interview and performance video, we’ll trace the band’s career with a focus on

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Cricut Basics

Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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 Cricut craft cutting machine. 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: 14
Event Details:

In this basics course, you will receive hands-on instruction on how to use the Cricut craft cutting machine. 

Registration is required.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Computer Class

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Writers' Group

Tuesday, March 4, 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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Memory Cafe

Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Large Meeting Room - 104 at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults
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 tim...

Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - 104
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Lobby Piano Concert: Bree Beezhold

Thursday, March 6, 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
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Arm Chair Negotiator: Negotiating Tips for Everyday Situations

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

Gerry Parran, MBA, author of 33 Ways Not to Screw Up Negotiating, discusses what makes a successful negotiator.

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:

Gerry Parran, MBA, author of 33 Ways Not to Screw Up Negotiating, discusses what makes a successful negotiator.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Meet The Artists: Creative Aging Showcase

Friday, March 7, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Gallery Wall at Orland Park Public Library
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

"Creative Aging Showcase"Community Art Show for Older AdultsCome meet the artists whose work is featured in this group show and learn about their artwork.Light refreshments will be...

Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Gallery Wall
Age Group: Everyone
Event Details:

"Creative Aging Showcase"
Community Art Show for Older Adults

Come meet the artists whose work is featured in this group show and learn about their artwork.
Light refreshments will be served.

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 "Adults" group.

Spice Club

All Day
Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Spice up your cooking with Spice Club! Stop by the Adult Services Desk each month to receive a sample of a new spice along with an info card & delicious recipes. Available star...

Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Event Details:

Spice up your cooking with Spice Club! Stop by the Adult Services Desk each month to receive a sample of a new spice along with an info card & delicious recipes.

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 "Adults" group.

Cricut St. Patrick's Day Project

Saturday, March 8, 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 fun St. Patrick's Day leprechaun pot of gold paper craft. (Gold not included). 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 fun St. Patrick's Day leprechaun pot of gold paper craft. (Gold not included). 

Registration is required.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Computer Class

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Concert: Mark Dvorak

Sunday, March 9, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Large Meeting Room - 104 at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - 104
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Adult Programs
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Cricut St. Patrick's Day Project

Sunday, March 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 fun St. Patrick's Day leprechaun pot of gold paper craft. (Gold not included). 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 fun St. Patrick's Day leprechaun pot of gold paper craft. (Gold not included). 

Registration is required.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Computer Class

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Lobby Piano Concert: Justin Prince

Monday, March 10, 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
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Spring Flower Arrangement

Monday, March 10, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Large Meeting Room - 104 at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Create a beautiful spring flower arrangement with a Lincolnway Florist designer.

Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - 104
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

Create a beautiful spring flower arrangement with a Lincolnway Florist designer.

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 "Adults" group.

Paper Pinwheels

Tuesday, March 11, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Multipurpose Room at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Create a whimsical pinwheel using origami techniques.

Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Create a whimsical pinwheel using origami techniques.

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. 

Smith Crossing Book Discussion of Daisy Darker

Tuesday, March 11, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Offsite Outreach Program
Event Details:

Outreach Services facilitates a book discussion of Daisy Darker by Alice Feeney in the Smith Crossing Arts and Crafts Room.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Program Type: Book Discussion, Offsite Outreach Program
Event Details:

Outreach Services facilitates a book discussion of Daisy Darker by Alice Feeney in the Smith Crossing Arts and Crafts Room.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Tuesday Night Book Club: The Sing Sing Files by Dan Slepian

Tuesday, March 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:

In 2002, Dan Slepian, a veteran producer for NBC’s Dateline, received a tip from a Bronx homicide detective that would change his life. Two men were serving twenty-five years to li...

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

In 2002, Dan Slepian, a veteran producer for NBC’s Dateline, received a tip from a Bronx homicide detective that would change his life.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Native Plants & Ecological Restoration

Wednesday, March 12, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Large Meeting Room - 104 at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Learn how native plants in landscaping support local wildlife, improve soil health, require less maintenance, and restore natural habitats. 

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:

Learn how native plants in landscaping support local wildlife, improve soil health, require less maintenance, and restore natural habitats. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

3D Printing Basics

Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Computer Lab at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs, Computer Classes
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This class is a lecture-style overview on everything 3D printing. You’ll learn about how 3D printing works, startup costs, and how to get a model from your PC to the printer.  ...

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:

This class is a lecture-style overview on everything 3D printing. You’ll learn about how 3D printing works, startup costs, and how to get a model from your PC to the printer.   

Disclaimer(s)

Computer Class

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Hygge Night

Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Fireplace at Orland Park Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Programs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a cozy hygge night at the library! Enjoy warm drinks, soft lighting, and good company as we embrace the Danish art of comfort and togetherness!  

Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Fireplace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Event Details:

Join us for a cozy hygge night at the library! Enjoy warm drinks, soft lighting, and good company as we embrace the Danish art of comfort and togetherness!