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Pop Up Lobby Concert - Bree Beezhold

11:00am - 12:00pm
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.

Take & Make – Mother's Day Card 

4:00pm - 9:00pm
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.  ...

Computers 101

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs, Computer Classes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:
In this hands-on class, you will learn the various parts of a computer, how to use a mouse, how to open/close a program, and how to properly turn on/off the computer.  Registration is required.   ...

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Computer Class

Please be prepared with an established email address for this computer class. 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. ...

Spice Club

All Day
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. Available starting at 9 a.m., while supplies last. OPPL cardholders only. ...

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.

Long-Term Care Planning

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - 104
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 100
Event Details:
Estimates show that after age 65, up to 70% of baby boomers will need long-term care. Medicare does not pay for it, Medicaid requires that you spend most of your assets, and many people are not aware of the different levels of care. ...

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.

Mother’s Day Surprise Volunteers

1:45pm - 3:15pm
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: 2
Event Details:
Assist library staff with this youth program. Check youth description for program specifics.  ...

Mother’s Day Surprise

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Children, Ages 3 and up, Everyone
Program Type: Family Event, Youth Program
Event Details:
Shhhh, It’s a surprise! We will be making mom some crafty surprises that will be sure to bring a smile to her face! No registration required.  ...

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. Follow this link more information about Home Delivery Services and the Library's Outreach Department. ...

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.

Pop Up Lobby Concert - Justin Prince

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Adult Programs

Flower Painting Volunteers

3:45pm - 5:15pm
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: 2
Event Details:
You'll assist library staff with this youth program. Check youth description for program specifics.  ...

Flower Painting

4:00pm - 4:30pm
Registration
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Age 24 - 47 months
Program Type: Youth Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:
We’ll paint with flowers to make a summer masterpiece!  ...

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.

Courage Cards

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - 104
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:
Courage cards are not only beautiful, but they can be used to inspire courage within us. Join Mindfulness Coach Debra Vinci—Minogue, Ed. D. to create your own courage cards while learning some mindfulness skills. Bring your own favorite messages, quo...

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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. 

Toddler Time

10:00am - 10:30am
Registration
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Age 24 - 47 months
Program Type: Youth Program, Storytime
Registration 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.

English Conversation Cafe

10:00am - 11:00am
Registration
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Board Room - 104A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:
An informal, mixed level group, guided by a teacher. Anyone with a basic working knowledge of English can join. Childcare is not available, but parents or caregivers may bring young children who can occupy themselves during the program ...

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: 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.

Owl Pellet Dissection

5:00pm - 6:00pm
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: 15
Event Details:
Grades 6-12. Ew! Gross science! Learn what owls eat by dissecting an owl pellet!    ...

Glowforge Basics

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs, Computer Classes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:
In this basics course, you will receive hands-on instruction on how to use the Glowforge laser cutting/engraving machine.  Registration is required.   ...

Disclaimer(s)

Computer Class

Please be prepared with an established email address for this computer class. Call the IT Desk at (708) 428-5171 for questions.

Water Safety Program

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - 104
Age Group: Children, Ages 3 and up, Adults
Program Type: Family Event, Youth Program
Event Details:
Hear a representative from The Swim Advantage speak on the importance of being safe in and around water, specifically the drowning process and how to respond to incidents that may occur. No registration required.  ...

Tuesday Night Book Club: Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs, Book Discussion
Event Details:
Spanning thirty years, from Cambridge, Massachusetts, to Venice Beach, California, and lands in between and far beyond, Gabrielle Zevin's Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow is a dazzling and intricately imagined novel that examines the mu...

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 14: Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin 
  • June 11: North Woods by Daniel Mason 
  • July 9: Dancing in the Mosque by Homeira Qaderi 
  • August 13: Deacon King Kong by James McBride 

 

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

10:00am - 10:30am
Registration
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Youth Program, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
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

11:00am - 11:30am
Registration
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Youth Program, Storytime
Registration 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 - National Pizza Day Take and Make

4:00pm - 9:00pm
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.  ...