Orland Park Public Library
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Saturday May 4 All Day
Adult Take & Makes - Flower Soap
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.
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Saturday May 4 1:45pm - 3:15pm CDT
May the Fourth Volunteers
Assist library staff with this youth program. Check youth description for program specifics.
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Saturday May 4 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
May the 4th Be With You!
Everyone’s a Jedi at our Star Wars celebration! No registration required.
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Monday May 6 All Day
Home Delivery Services
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.
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Monday May 6 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Senior Living Visit: Evergreen
Outreach Services provides a browsing collection of large print books and audiovisual materials to residents of Evergeen Senior Living.
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Monday May 6 1:00pm - 2:15pm CDT
Dementia Caregiver Support Group
Designed for those caring for a loved one with dementia. Come to relax, share, learn, and get connected to fellow caregivers and local experts. This class is exclusively for caregivers. The 1 p.m. session is for long attending participants. New participants can register......More
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Monday May 6 2:30pm - 4:00pm CDT
Dementia Caregiver Support Group
Designed for those caring for a loved one with dementia. Come to relax, share, learn, and get connected to fellow caregivers and local experts. This class is exclusively for caregivers. Registration is encouraged but not required.
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Monday May 6 4:00pm - 9:00pm CDT
Take & Make – Newspaper Animals
Take and Make. For Orland Park residents only.
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Monday May 6 5:00pm - 6:00pm CDT
Teen Pantry Stockers
Grades 6-12. Help us keep our Little Free Pantry stocked. You will need to attend a mandatory 1-hour training session and commit to visiting the library once a week for the month you are registered for. Meet at the Teen Desk for training. See our Teen Service Hours webs......More
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Tuesday May 7 1:30pm - 2:00pm CDT
Senior Living Visit: Warren Barr
Outreach Services provides a browsing collection of large type books and audiovisual materials to residents of Warren Barr Senior Living.
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Tuesday May 7 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Writers' Group
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. All subjects and genres welcome.
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Wednesday May 8 11:00am - 2:00pm CDT
SGA Youth and Family Services Informational Tabling
Visit the SGA Youth and Family Services information table to gather information about parenting, workforce development, early childhood education and immigration services. To Learn More about SGA Youth and Family Services visit their website here. https://sga-youth.org/......More
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Thursday May 9 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Early Stage Memory Loss Support Group
The library, in partnership with the Alzheimer's Association and Pathlights, hosts an eight-week support group for those living with early-stage dementia or MCI (mild cognitive impairment), and their care partners. "Early stage" refers to people, irrespective of age, wh......More
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Thursday May 9 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
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Thursday May 9 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
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Thursday May 9 4:00pm - 9:00pm CDT
Take & Make – Mother's Day Card
Take and Make. For Orland Park residents only.
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Thursday May 9 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Computers 101
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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Friday May 10 All Day
Home Delivery Services
Outreach Services delivers books and audiovisual materials to patrons unable to visit the library.
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Saturday May 11 All Day
Spice Club
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.
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Saturday May 11 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Long-Term Care Planning
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.
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Saturday May 11 1:45pm - 3:15pm CDT
Mother’s Day Surprise Volunteers
Assist library staff with this youth program. Check youth description for program specifics.
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Saturday May 11 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Mother’s Day Surprise
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.
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Monday May 13 All Day
Home Delivery Services
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.
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Monday May 13 10:00am - 11:30am CDT
Senior Living Visit: Smith Crossing
Outreach Services provides a browsing collection of large print books and audiovisual materials to residents of Smith Crossing Senior Living.
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Monday May 13 12:00pm - 1:00pm CDT
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Monday May 13 3:45pm - 5:15pm CDT
Flower Painting Volunteers
You'll assist library staff with this youth program. Check youth description for program specifics.
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Monday May 13 4:00pm - 4:30pm CDT
Flower Painting
We’ll paint with flowers to make a summer masterpiece!
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Monday May 13 6:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Courage Cards
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, quotes, affirmations or......More
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Tuesday May 14 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Senior Living Visit: Thomas Place
Outreach Services provides a browsing collection of large print books and audiovisual materials to residents of Thomas Place Senior Living.
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Tuesday May 14 10:00am - 10:30am CDT
Toddler Time
We will have fun as we read, sing, and play together to build early literacy skills.
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Tuesday May 14 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
English Conversation Cafe
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
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Tuesday May 14 5:00pm - 6:00pm CDT
Owl Pellet Dissection
Grades 6-12. Ew! Gross science! Learn what owls eat by dissecting an owl pellet!
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Tuesday May 14 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Glowforge Basics
In this basics course, you will receive hands-on instruction on how to use the Glowforge laser cutting/engraving machine. Registration is required.
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Tuesday May 14 6:30pm - 7:30pm CDT
Water Safety Program
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.