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Holiday Candles

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Children, Grades K-2
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Children, Grades K-2
Program Type: Youth Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Design your own special candles from tanagram squares, the Chinese geometric puzzle using seven shapes.

Jewelry Making Workshop

10:30am - 12:30pm
Adults
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - 104
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join us to experience the fun of jewelry-making.

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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. 

Pop Up Lobby Concert - Bree Beezhold

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adults, Everyone
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Adults, Everyone

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: Brookdale

2:00pm - 3:00pm
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 residents of Brookdale Senior Living.

Explore Microorganisms

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Children, Grades 3-5
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Children, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Youth Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Grades 3-5. Join us to learn all about bacteria and microorganisms. The first session on December 5,  we will be swabbing surfaces from around the library such as doorhandles, water fountain faucets and more to swab on petri dishes.

Excel Basics: Terms and Navigation

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs, Computer Classes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

In this class, we will discuss the terms and navigation of Microsoft's spreadsheet product, Excel, while 
you follow along on the computer. 

Registration is required.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Computer Class

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

Home Delivery Services

All Day
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.

Take & Make - Christmas Light Garland

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children, Ages 3 and up
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. 

Winter Wonderfest Tape Obstacle Course Volunteers

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens, Grades 9-12, Grades 6-8
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Age Group: Teens, Grades 9-12, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Teen Program, Teen Volunteer Opportunities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Register to join us in creating a tape obstacle course for our upcoming Winter Wonderfest. 

Meet The Artist: Elizabeth Andrews

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Everyone
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Gallery Wall
Age Group: Everyone
Event Details:

Landscapes & Still Life
Oil Paintings

Come meet artist Elizabeth Andrews and learn about her work. 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.

Adult Take & Makes - Frosted Mason Jar Luminary

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

Feeling crafty? Pick up a Take & Make at the Adult Services Desk. Available starting at 9 a.m., while supplies last. Instructions are always available on the library website. 

Winter Wonderfest Volunteers

9:30am - 2:30pm
Teens, Grades 9-12, Grades 6-8
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Age Group: Teens, Grades 9-12, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Teen Program, Teen Volunteer Opportunities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Help out with our Winterfest Day. We’ll have various stations and activities that you will help run with the help of our librarians. Lunch will be provided.

 

A Very Special Bright Starts: Winter Wonderfest

10:00am - 10:30am
Babies & Toddlers, Birth - 35 months., Children, Ages 3 and up
Open
Registration
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
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

All ages. Help start off our wonderful winter reading program with this magical winter-themed storytime.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for a child and one adult caregiver, so please be prepared to stay for the event.

Winter Wonderfest

10:00am - 2:00pm
Everyone
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - 104
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: All Ages
Event Details:

Celebrate the beginning of Winter Reading with a special all-ages event. Enjoy wintry demos, crafts, warm drinks, live music, photo booth, and special animal guests! The event will cap off with The Giant Bubble Show at 2 p.m. 

Giant Bubble Show

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Birth - 35 months., Children, Ages 3 and up, Everyone
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Birth - 35 months., Children, Ages 3 and up, Everyone
Program Type: All Ages, Family Event, Youth Program
Event Details:

Family Event. Come enjoy an interactive giant bubble show that’s sure to be fun for the whole family. 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.

Glowforge Christmas Ornament Project

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Adults
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs, Computer Classes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

In this class, you will use the Glowforge machine to create a take-home Christmas ornament. Previous Glowforge experience or having taken our Glowforge Basics class is required to participate in this project class.  

Disclaimer(s)

Computer Class

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

Holiday Wrap Swap

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - 104
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Event Details:

Do you have some holiday wrapping paper, bows, and tags that you would like to swap for something new? Bring your good condition wrapping papers and bows to the library by Friday, Nov. 15, then come by on Sunday, Dec.

Glowforge Christmas Ornament Project

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs, Computer Classes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

In this class, you will use the Glowforge machine to create a take-home Christmas ornament. Previous Glowforge experience or having taken our Glowforge Basics class is required to participate in this project class.  

Disclaimer(s)

Computer Class

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

Home Delivery Services

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

Outreach delivers books and audiovisual materials to patrons unable to visit the library.

Senior Living Visit: Smith Crossing

10:00am - 11:30am
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 Smith Crossing 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.

Coffee Shop Stamps

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens, Grades 9-12, Grades 6-8
Open
Registration
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
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

The winter reading program, Read A Latte, is happening! Why not celebrate by making a cute coffee themed stamp? 

 

Teen Take And Make Mini Zen Gardens

9:00am - 9:00pm
Teens, Grades 9-12, Grades 6-8
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. 

Senior Living Visit: Thomas Place

10:00am - 11:00am
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.

Coffee & Comfort Dogs - Holiday Event (Ages 18+)

10:30am - 11:30am
Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - 104
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Start your holidays off in a calm and cuddly place. Join us once again for a visit with Healing Hearts Comforts Dogs.

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.