Upcoming library events at Orland Park Public Library

CRAFTS Galore!

When: Wednesday, June 17, 2015 - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: Youth Services Program Room

Drop in 10:00-12:00 A.M. Children of all ages are invited! Children must be registered for the Read to the Rhythm summer reading challenge. Parents of children ages 5 and younger must stay with their child during the program.

Job Hunting on the Web

When: Wednesday, June 17, 2015 - 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Where: Computer Lab

Overview of using the Internet to find employment.

Adult Fiction & Nonfiction Discussion

When: Wednesday, June 17, 2015 - 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Where: Room 104-Meeting Room

Reading group to discuss 'Orange is the New Black' by Piper Kerman.

CRAFTS Galore!

When: Wednesday, June 17, 2015 - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: Youth Services Program Room

Drop in 6:00-8:00 P.M. Children of all ages are invited! Children must be registered for the Read to the Rhythm summer reading challenge. Parents of children ages 5 or younger must stay with their child during the program.

Twitter Basics

When: Wednesday, June 17, 2015 - 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Where: Computer Lab

Understand fundamentals, create account, and learn terms and abbreviations. Prerequisite: Active email account and internet experience.

Toddler Art

When: Thursday, June 18, 2015 - 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Where: Youth Services Program Room

Ages 24-47 months with parent/adult caregiver. Discover the world of art through related stories, music and hands-on activities. Children must be registered for the Read to the Rhythm summer reading challenge. Space is limited.

Once Upon a Time Drop-in Storytime

When: Thursday, June 18, 2015 - 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Youth Services Program Room

Children of all ages with a parent/adult caregiver. You will be happy you dropped in for stories and music galore...and a popsicle treat!

Facebook for Beginners

When: Thursday, June 18, 2015 - 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Where: Computer Lab

Learn how to set up an account, post, upload photos, and more. Prerequisites: Active email account (not FB) and internet experience. Class limit: 10.

Draw Superheroes!!

When: Thursday, June 18, 2015 - 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Where: Room 104-Meeting Room

Artist Dan Laib will present this hands-on workshop which will teach you how to draw your favorite superhero! Hand-outs, pencils and paper for drawing will be provided. Registration begins Sunday, June 7 at 1:00 p.m. either online or in the Youth Services Department. Children must be registered for the Read to the Rhythm summer reading challenge.

Frozen Musical Theatre

When: Thursday, June 18, 2015 - 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Where: Youth Services Program Room

Children, grades 3-5. this 8 week program culminates with a performance of the music from the movie Frozen! Registration begins Sunday, June 7th at 1:00 P.M. either online or in the Youth Services Department. Children must also be registered for the Read to the Rhythm summer reading challenge.

Night Owls Storytime

When: Thursday, June 18, 2015 - 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Where: Youth Services Program Room

Ages birth-47 months with a parent/adult caregiver. Join us for soothing tales and songs for a perfect way to end a busy day.

Make it a Mystery Book Discussion

When: Thursday, June 18, 2015 - 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: Fireplace

The reading group will discuss Island of Bones by Imogen Robertson.

Farmers Market

When: Friday, June 19, 2015 - 7:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Where: Van

Staff will attend the Farmers Market to work at the library's booth.

OPPL@ the Farmer's Market

When: Friday, June 19, 2015 - 7:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Stop by our booth 7:30 A.M.-1:00 P.M. to chat with friendly staff and learn about the library's exciting programs and events. The library will not be at the Farmer's Market on July 31st.

Dig Those Divas Storytimes

When: Friday, June 19, 2015 - 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

The Diving Book Divas return! Join us at Centennial Pool (15600 West Avenue) as we dive into summer fun with stories, songs, movement and more during these interactive storytimes. Look for us under the pool's pavilion! You must have a season pass to the pool or pay to enter for the day. the library will not be at Centennial Pool on July 31st.

(E=MC2) EnvironMental Club 2

When: Friday, June 19, 2015 - 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
Where: Youth Services Program Room

Children, grades 3-5. Learn how to save the earth through interactive science activities. also, your help is needed to maintain the library's container gardens!

Author Tanja Samardzija - A Clueless Heart Signing

When: Friday, June 19, 2015 - 5:00 PM - 6:15 PM
Where: Lobby

Local teen author Tanja Samardzija will be signing copies of her book "A Clueless Heart" in the OPPL lobby. Copies will be available for purchase.

Iron Chef Teen! Battle of the Brands

When: Friday, June 19, 2015 - 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Where: Room 104-Meeting Room

Team up with a friend for this sweet challenge! Create a delicious Twinkie dish based on your favorite music and present it to our judging panel—including a special chef guest judge—for tasting. We provide the ingredients, but only the most creative teen chef will win!

Cozy Corner Bedtime Storytime

When: Friday, June 19, 2015 - 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Where: Youth Services Program Room

Children, ages 4 and older. Don't forget to wear your pajamas and bring your favorite stuffed animal! there will be no session on July 31st.

Women's Self-Defense Workshop

When: Saturday, June 20, 2015 - 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Room 104-Meeting Room

Women's Self-Defense workshop consists of a lecture on self-protection incorporating the elements of awareness, avoidance and verbal skills, fear management, Illinois law regarding the use of force, explanation on the pros and cons of improvised and regular weapons. (Outreach Services Program)

Bright Starts Family Storytime

When: Saturday, June 20, 2015 - 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Youth Services Program Room

Children of all ages and their families. There will be no session on July 4th.

Discovery Depot!

When: Saturday, June 20, 2015 - 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Drop-in between 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. Children of all ages. Stop in and make something new each week at our Discovery Depot maker-space station! You will be amazed at what you can create in just a few minutes!

Laura Doherty

When: Sunday, June 21, 2015 - 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
Where: Pavilion

This upbeat concert will have kids and families clapping and singing along to Laura's catchy, original songs!

Back up room for Summer Concert Series

When: Sunday, June 21, 2015 - 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
Where: Room 104-Meeting Room

Room booked in case of inclement weather

Tail Waggin' Readers

When: Monday, June 22, 2015 - 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: Room 104-Meeting Room

Cuddle up to an adorable pup and read him your favorite story. REGISTRATION for your 15 minute storytime begins Sunday, June 7 at 1:00 p.m. either online or in Youth Services. You may register for one 15 minute session only during our Read to the Rhythm summer challenge. Space is limited. Handlers/dogs are licensed by Therapy Dog International.

Microsoft Word 2010 Part 1

When: Monday, June 22, 2015 - 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Where: Computer Lab

Learn how to create simple documents and save your work. Class designed for computer beginner. Prerequisite: Typing and mouse skills.

Terrific Tales for Toddlers

When: Tuesday, June 23, 2015 - 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Where: Youth Services Program Room

Toddlers will shout for joy as we read stories, sing songs and have fun! Children must be registered for the Read to the Rhythm summer reading challenge. Space is limited. Last summer session will be August 4th.

Babies & Books

When: Tuesday, June 23, 2015 - 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Youth Services Program Room

Babies will coo with delight with stories, music and more! Children must be registered for the Read to the Rhythm summer reading challenge. Space is limited. last summer session with be August 4th.

Once Upon a Time Drop-in Storytime

When: Tuesday, June 23, 2015 - 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Where: Youth Services Program Room

Children of all ages with a parent/adult caregiver. You will be happy you dropped in for stories and music galore...and a popsicle treat!

LEGOs Galore!

When: Tuesday, June 23, 2015 - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: Youth Services Program Room

Drop in 6:00-8:00 P.M. Children of all ages are invited! Children must be registered for the Read to the Rhythm summer reading challenge. Parents of children ages 5 and younger must stay with their child during the program.

Pinterest Basics

When: Tuesday, June 23, 2015 - 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Where: Computer Lab

Learn about Pinterest, create an account, and start pinning. Prerequisite: Active email account and internet experience.

From Generation to Generation - Decoy Carving

When: Tuesday, June 23, 2015 - 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: Room 104-Meeting Room

Illinois decoy carvers have been documented as far back as the nineteenth century. The decoys are used in hunting, to bring live fowl closer to the hunter. However, cheaper, plastic decoys have become more popular and this significant tradition of carving became more threatened. Today, it is carvers such as Patrick Gregory who have worked to preserve this carving tradition—not only to make beautiful decoys to be displayed, but also for use in the field. Join us tonight for a presentation and demonstration of this unique craft with Patrick Gregory. From Generation to Generation: Folk Arts of Illinois was produced by Company of Folk with partial support by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council Agency and the National Endowment for the Arts. (Outreach Services Program)