Pathways: Fall 2021

pathways Fall | September–November | 2021

fall into a good book

Letter from Our Interim Director Page 4

The LEGO Trains Are Back!

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Popular Digital Services Resume Page 16

Love Grows by Giving Page 21

What’s Inside

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Fall Events

Book Discussions

How to Attend

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Website tplibrary.org

Contact

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708.532.0160 tplibrary@tplibrary.org

Movie Discussions

Fall Events Children

Hours

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mon-fri • 9 am–9 pm sat • 9 am–5 pm sun • 12–5 pm

Fall Events Teens

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Ask a Librarian

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Live chat available at tplibrary.org.

Fall Events Adults

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22 Outreach Services

23 Friends of the Library

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The LEGO Trains Are Back!

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Thank You to Our Donors Friends of the Library Alexei, Nicolai, Jason, John & the SIA Team Maryelen Zagotta & Brian Quirke

Get Your Card Today 10 million items you can check out

through our shared catalog—including 170,000+ at your library

1 million eBooks, audiobooks, and more through the Hoopla, Libby/ OverDrive apps

Thousands of films—including educational content for kids— through Kanopy

50+ online resources—Ancestry,

Consumer Reports, and LinkedIn Learning—for research and learning

Who can get a library card?

• Anyone who lives in incorporated Tinley Park or Orland Hills • Anyone who owns or leases taxable residential or business property in incorporated Tinley Park or Orland Hills • Individuals who live in unincorporated Tinley Park may apply for a non-resident fee card.

How to get your library card Apply in-person: When the library is open, stop by the Checkout Desk with your Illinois drivers license or state ID with your current address. If the address is not current, please provide a current utility bill addressed to the applicant. A parent’s or

One library card that never expires unless you move away

legal guardian’s signature is required on the application and library card of anyone under the age of 18. For a complete list of acceptable forms of identification and proof of residency, as well as information on how to use your library card, visit tplibrary.me/circulation-policy or call 708.532.0160, x3.

Apply online: You can sign up for your library card online at tplibrary.org/get-a-library-card. If your application is approved, you’ll receive an email containing your account information, and you can immediately begin using your account to access online resources— including eBooks, audiobooks, and streaming movies!

Full access to our catalog will be approved within seven business days.

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Letter from our interim Director Dear Residents of Tinley Park and Orland Hills,

the Community Shredding Event— will be returning this fall.

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Magazine Giveaway

s the majority of Illinoisans receive the COVID vaccine, our library hopes to fully return to pre-pandemic operations. Here’s what you can expect from us starting this fall: • Full services gradually will be reintroduced • All seating has been reintroduced • In-person events and classes will resume • Study Rooms and the Meeting Room will reopen to Tinley Park Public Library cardholders.

As always, we encourage you to follow CDC guidelines. For the safety of patrons and staff, we appreciate your continued use of face masks.

Additionally, two services that are much beloved by our community— our monthly Magazine Giveaway and

Library Card Sign-Up Month September is Library Card Sign-Up Month. Show us your Tinley Park Public Library card in September to receive a fun giveaway when you stop by the Checkout Desk! Don’t have a card? Residents living in incorporated Tinley Park or Orland Hills can apply for a library card on our website or visit the Checkout Desk with proof of residency such as your driver’s license or state ID. It will only take a few minutes to open the door to many new and exciting adventures!

Our monthly Magazine Giveaway is a great opportunity for those who scrapbook or use magazines for art projects—on the first Saturday of every month, we place discarded magazines on a table in our lobby.

The table will remain until all materials are gone or three days have passed.

Community Shredding Event The Friends of the Library are excited to announce that the Community Shredding Event is back by popular demand and will take place on Saturday, September 25 at 9 am.

Drive up to the North Parking Lot of the 80th Avenue Metra Station to shred your sensitive papers and documents. For more details, see page 23.

Thank you for continuing to support your library as we navigate the ongoing pandemic together.

With best regards,

Zach Musil Interim Director

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The LEGO Trains Are Back!

Sat, Oct 9 • 9 am–4 pm Sun, Oct 10 • 12–4 pm

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e’re thrilled to be hosting the Northern Illinois LEGO Train Club’s exhibit once again! It’s been three years since LEGO enthusiasts both young and young-at-heart have been able to be a part of this fun experience here at the library.

Everyone of all ages is welcome to marvel at these creative LEGO displays. Connected by LEGO trains, these sprawling cityscapes of original designs are astonishing in scope and infused with fun details.

The NILTC is an adult LEGO enthusiast group of 25 active members who enjoy designing, building, and displaying LEGO creations for the public in a variety of design categories, including LEGO Town, Space, City, Castle, Star Wars, and Harry Potter.

For the continued safety of patrons and staff, we are offering limited-attendance time slots for viewing.

Visit tplibrary.me/events to sign up for a viewing time.

For individuals and families with sensory processing sensitivities, we are dedicating an additional viewing time on Sunday from 11-12 pm. Registration is required.

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FALL EVENTS We are excited to offer a variety of engaging events this fall with a return to in-person events.

Virtual Events We are still offering some virtual events as well as events with the option to attend in-person or virtually.

Event Signup Signup is required for most events.

Visit tplibrary.me/events or call us at 708.532.0160 to sign up for events.

Signup is required for most events and begins on the 15th of the month for the next month’s events.

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Reminder: We want children using the library to be safe. Children under 10-years-old must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Event listing

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Children Signup is required for most events and begins on the 15th of the month for the next month’s events.

Tales for Twos

Saturday Storytime

Family Activity Night

Wed, Sep 8–Oct 13

Sat, Sep 18, Oct 16, Nov 13

Fri • 6:30–7:30 pm

& Nov 3–Dec 15

10:30–11 am

Sep 24: LEGO Night

Fri, Sep 10–Oct 15

Meets in the Library Families: Take a break from your busy morning and join us for a fun half-hour of action and stories.

Oct 22: Halloween Crafts

Share-a-Language Storytime: Arabic

Halloween Party

Evening Storytime

Sat, Sep 25, Oct 23, Nov 27

Thu, Sep 9–Oct 14, Nov 4–18

10:30–11 am

& Dec 2–16

Meets in the Library Ages 3–8 years with adult(s): Enjoy children’s stories and songs in diverse languages.

Meets in the Library Ages 3–8 with adult(s): Come dressed in your Halloween costume to participate in some not-sospooky Halloween stories, songs, and games.

& Nov 5–Dec 17 Storytimes

Preschool Stories Tue, Sep 7–Oct 12 & Nov 2–Dec 14 10–10:30 am Wed, Sep 8–Oct 13 & Nov 3–Dec 15 11–11:30 am Meets in the Library Ages 3–5 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft.

Bouncing Babies Tue, Sep 7–Oct 12 & Nov 2–Dec 14 11–11:30 am Thu, Sep 9–Oct 14, Nov 4–18 & Dec 2–16 10–10:30 am Meets in the Library Ages Birth–23 months with adult(s): Stories, songs and rhymes for caregiver and child to share.

10–10:30 am Meets in the Library Ages 2 years with adult(s): Enjoy stories, songs, and a craft.

6:30–7 pm Meets in the Library Ages 3–8 years with adult(s): Join us each week for themed stories, songs, activities, and an occasional craft!

Wiggle Worms Wed, Sep 15, Oct 13, Nov 10 6:30–7 pm Meets in the Library Ages 2–3 years with adult(s): A fun activity is planned for you and your child. We will sing songs, read stories, play games, and then do fun crafts!

Family Pajamarama Fri, Sep 17, Oct 15, Nov 19 7–7:45 pm Meets in the Library Ages 3–8 years with adult(s): Participate in stories, fingerplays, and songs.

‫قصص و اغاين باللغة العربية مع‬ ‫املعلمة منى جرار‬ Families

Nov 26: Board Games Meets in the Library Families: Spend some quality time with your family.

Fri, Oct 29 • 6:30–7:15 pm

Pre-K & Grade K

Preschool Lab Fri • 11:30 am–12:15 pm

Downtown Tinley Boo Bash Sun, Oct 24 • 12–3 pm Oak Park Ave Train Station 6700 South St Families: Swing by the Tinley Park Library’s booth for a ghoulishly good storytime and a spooktacular treat!

Sep 17: Rainforest Oct 8: Fall Nov 12: Music Meets in the Library Ages 3–5 years with adult(s): Science-based activities and stories.

Dino-Vember Mon, Nov 1–22 • 6:30–7 pm Meets in the Library Ages 3–5 years with adult(s): Celebrate all things dinosaur with a weekly story and activity. Register for each week separately.

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No-Cook Club Mon • 6:30–7:15 pm Sep 27: Apple Nachos Oct 25: Pumpkin Fluff Dip Nov 29: Layered Snack Wrap

Ready Reader Graphic Novels If your beginning reader loves books with illustrations that take centerstage, check out our new collection of Ready Reader Graphic Novels, located on the second floor next to our Youth Services Program Room.

Meets Virtually Grades 2–3: Enjoy stories, songs, and a craft. Assemble the month’s DIY treat.

Read the full description at tplibrary.me/events.

Get in the Game Fri, Oct 1 • 6:30–7:30 pm

Grades K–1

Storybook Friends Thu • 4:30–5:15 pm Sep 16: Marc Brown’s Arthur Oct 14: Pig the Pug Nov 11: The Three Bears Meets in the Library Grades K–1: Spend an hour with your favorite picture book characters.

Fall Nature Walk Mon, Sep 27 • 4:30–5:30 Meets in the Library Grades K–1 with adult(s): Come along on a fall nature walk. Together, we will find and bring back some of the items we discover to create a beautiful collage each child can bring home and display.

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STEAM Ahead Wed • 4:30–5:15 pm Sep 22: Rainforest

Grades 2–3

Meets Outside Grades 2–3: Join the fun and play classic outdoor games on the west lawn.

Oct 20: Fall

Shape Art

Crazy 8s Math Club

Nov 24: Music

Tue, Sep 14 • 4:30–5:30 pm

Mon, Oct 4–Nov 22

Meets in the Library Grades K–1: Science-based activities and stories on a fascinating theme.

Meets in the Library Grades 2–3: Discover your creativity by making unique art with various shapes. The possibilities are endless.

4:30–5:30 pm

Alphabet Soup Tue, Oct 26 • 4:30–5:15 pm

Have a Laugh

Meets in the Library Grades K–1: Discover all the fun we can have with the alphabet. Enjoy stories, activities, and a craft with an alphabet theme.

Thu, Sep 23 & Nov 18

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4:30–5:15 pm Meets in the Library Grades 2–3: Hear a funny story or two, learn tongue twisters, and share your favorite jokes.

Meets in the Library Grades 2–3: Experience a fun new math activity each week, for eight weeks. Have a blast learning the math behind exciting activities!

Monster Craft Wed, Oct 27 4:30–5:30 pm Meets in the Library Grades 2–3: Have a monsterrific time while working on your project.

Burst of Color Wed, Nov 3 • 4:30–5:15 pm Meets in the Library Grades 2–3: It’s science! It’s art! It’s all about color!

Tinley Traveler Wed, Nov 10 • 4:30–5:30 pm Meets in the Library Grades 2–3: Get your passports ready! We’ll be exploring life in Australia.

Grades 4–5

Origami Art Wed, Sep 29 • 4:30–5:30 pm Meets in the Library Grades 4–5: Test your folding skills! We’ll be creating pieces using the Japanese art of paper folding.

I Can Do That?!

Tue, Oct 19 • 4:30–5:30 pm

Grades 3–5

Stage-a-Scene Wed, Oct 20 • 6:30–7:30 pm Meets in the Library Grades 3–5: Enjoy some light improv and fun acting games.

Bluestem Book Club Meets in the Library Grades 3–5: Discuss a book from the 2022 Bluestem Award List. We will close with a fun activity.

Meets in the Library Grades 4–5: You’ve lived in your body all this time; what do you know about it? Test your knowledge of your own body, try challenges, and be impressed with yourself!

Art Journaling Tue, Nov 9 • 4:30–5:30 pm Meets in the Library Grades 4–5: Awaken your creative self with this fun, unique way to express yourself. Doodle, draw, write and use various materials in your journal.

Grades 4–8

Fingerknitting Mon, Oct 11 • 6:30–7:30 pm Meets in the Library Grades 4–8: Learn how to fingerknit and create a personalized craft. Supplies will be provided.

String Art Mon, Nov 29 • 4:30–5:30 pm Meets in the Library Grades 4–5: Make an amazing picture with paper and string.

What a Waste: Trash, Recycling, and Protecting Our Planet

by Jess French Thu, Sep 2 • 4:30–5:30 pm Roll With It

by Jamie Sumner Thu, Oct 7 • 4:30–5:30 pm Klawde: Evil Alien Warlord Cat

by Emily Chenoweth & Johnny Marciano Thu, Nov 4 • 4:30–5:30 pm

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Fall Events

Binge Boxes

Based on a Kids’ Book

4 movies. 1 box.

2016 | PG | 118 min a benevolent giant who An orphan little girl befriends they attempt to stop takes her to Giant Country, where invading the human world. the man-eating giants that are

Charlotte’s Web

2006 | G | 96 min end of the season, because Wilbur the pig is scared of the he will end up on the he knows that come that time, with Charlotte, a spider dinner table. He hatches a plan that this will never happen. that lives in his pen, to ensure

box has its own theme for kids or teens!

2017 | TV-14 | 106 min are declared “illegal In the distant future, humans extinction by murderous residents” and hunted to near scavengers come robots. One day, a group of human Killy, who may be the key across a strange man named to humanity’s survival.

The Boy & the Beast

A Dog’s Purpose

Wonderstruck

2017 | PG | 100 min A dog looks to discover his purpose in life over the course of several lifetimes and owners.

2017 | PG | 115 min separated by fifty years.

Tells the tale of two children actress whose life she In 1927, Rose searches for the in 1977, Ben runs away chronicles in her scrapbook; from home to find his father.

2015 | PG-13 | 119 min living on the streets of When a young orphaned boy world of beasts, Shibuya stumbles upon a fantastic beast looking for an he’s taken in by a gruff warrior apprentice.

Marvel Collection 4 movies. 1 box.

Ant-Man & the Wasp

Colorful

2010 | TV-14 | 126 min to prove A sinful spirit is granted the opportunity the body of a student who worthy for rebirth, inhabiting killed himself.

2018 | PG-13 | 118 min

As Scott Lang balances being both a superhero and a father, Hope van Dyne and Dr. Hank Pym present an urgent new mission that finds the Ant-Man fighting alongside The Wasp to uncover secrets from their past.

Dog’s Life

Black Panther

Miss Hokusai

2015 | PG-13 | 90 min artist and ukiyo-e The life and works of Japanese seen from the eyes of his painter Katsushika Hokusai, as daughter, Katsushika O-Ei.

2018 | PG-13 | 134 min T’Challa, heir to the hidden but advanced kingdom of Wakanda, must step forward to lead his people into a new future and must confront a challenger from his country’s past.

Captain Marvel

A Dog’s Way Home

2019 | G | 96 min A female dog travels four hundred miles in search of her owner throughout a Colorado wilderness.

4 movies. 1 box.

Anime

2019 | PG-13 | 124 min

4 movies. 1 box.

Carol Danvers becomes one of the universe’s most powerful heroes when Earth is caught in the middle of a galactic war between two alien races.

4 movies. 1 box.

Marvel Collection

2019 | PG | 109 min A dog finds the meaning of his own existence through the lives of the humans he meets.

2011 | PG | 94 min to change after he inherits The life of a businessman begins his apartment into a six penguins, and as he transforms side starts to unravel. winter wonderland, his professional

box for one easy, convenient checkout! Each

Blame!

Dog’s Life

A Dog’s Journey

movie marathon or at-home film festival. We’ve done all the work by putting four movies in a

Based on a Kids’ Book

Dog’s Life

Mr. Popper’s Penguins

Anime

Based on a Kids’ Book

The BFG

Our binge boxes are perfect for your next

4 movies. 1 box.

Anime

Marvel Collection

Doctor Strange

Marley & Me

2016 | PG-13 | 115 min While on a journey of physical and spiritual healing, a brilliant neurosurgeon is drawn into the world of the mystic arts.

2008 | PG | 111 min A family learns important life lessons from their adorable, but naughty and neurotic dog.

4 movies. 1 box.

4 movies. 1 box.

Teens Signup is required for most events and begins on the 15th of the month for the next month’s events.

Grades 6–12

YAC: Youth Advisory Council Tue, Sep 14, Oct 12, Nov 9 6–7 pm Meets in the Library Grades 6–12: Help plan teen programs at the library.

Pizza and pop will be served.

Teen Tabletop Game Night Tue, Sep 14, Oct 12, Nov 9

Retro Video Games Fri, Sep 10 • 7–8 pm Meets in the Library Grades 6–12: Play classic Nintendo games with fellow video game enthusiasts.

Snacks and drinks will be served.

Teen Baking Tue • 7–8 pm Sep 21: Apple Crisp Oct 19: Pumpkin Bread Nov 16: Chocolate Pie Meets Virtually Grades 6–12: Hear some great baking tips and tricks.

Bake along or just watch.

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7–8 pm

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Teen Movie Night: You Pick the Movie!

Tue • 7–8 pm

Meets in the Library Grades 6–12: Hang out with friends, enjoy popcorn and pop, and vote on the movie that we watch! The movie will be chosen by popular vote at the beginning of the event by those in attendance.

Sep 28: Season 1, Episodes 1–7 Oct 26: Season 1, Episodes 8–13 Nov 23: Season 2, Episodes 1–7 Meets in the Library Meets Virtually Grades 6–Adult: We’ll discuss a set of episodes of the show each month. Whether you’re a first-time or repeat viewer, we’d love to hear what you think!

Teen Paint Night Fri, Oct 8 • 7–8 pm

Meets in the Library Grades 6–12: Hang out with friends while playing a variety of tabletop games. Snacks and drinks will be served.

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She-Ra & the Princesses of Power Discussion Group

Meets in the Library Grades 6–12: Follow stepby-step instructions to create an original work of art.

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Fri, Nov 5 • 6:30–8:30 pm

Grades 9–12

High School Book Club Tue, Sep 7, Oct 5, Nov 2 7–8 pm Meets in the Library Grades 9–12: Read and talk about books! Each month we will discuss one book and choose the book for the following month.

ADULTS Signup is required for most events and begins on the 15th of the month for the next month’s events.

Seasonal Events

A Date We Will Always Remember: September 11, 2001 Thu, Sep 2 • 6:30–8 pm Meets in the Library Meets Virtually Historian Jim Gibbons will discuss the devastating September 11 terrorist attacks of the Twin Towers in New York.

Ageless Grace (Brain & Body Fitness) Mon, Sep 13 & 27, Oct 11 & 25, Nov 8 & 22 10–10:45 am Meets in the Library Meets Virtually Work out your brain as well as your body in this fun, creative, and playful chair exercise program. Signup required for each session.

Mysterious Myanmar Mon, Sep 13 • 7–8 pm Meets in the Library The Vagabond Traveler, Brian Michalski, returns to dazzle us with astounding photos and tales of his adventures through Myanmar, also known as Burma.

Medicare Made Easy

Al Capone & Eliot Ness Thu, Sep 30 • 7–8 pm Meets in the Library Professional actor and historian Joseph Geringer brings the real story of the Untouchables to life as he reaches beyond the general facts to present a spirited and original view of history.

Author in the spotlight

Chris Bohjalian Live on Zoom Wed, Oct 27 • 6:30–7:30 pm Meets in the Library Meets Virtually Join us from home or at the library for a live virtual author event with bestselling author Chris Bohjalian.

Wed, Sep 22 • 10–11:30 am Meets in the Library Learn about eligibility, enrollment, and the benefits of Medicare and Medicare Supplements with Diane Adduci, a community educator and licensed insurance representative.

Restoring Our Environment One Plant at a Time Wed, Sep 29 • 7–7:45 pm Meets in the Library Meets Virtually Be a part of the solution!

Catherine Bryla and Peggy Connor from Sag Moraine Native Plant Community will show how with small and simple steps, every landowner can make a big and important impact on our local ecosystem.

The Essential Great Chicago Fire Mon, Oct 4 • 7–8 pm Meets in the Library Author William Pack transports us back to the Chicago Fire of 1871, weaving vivid firsthand accounts and fascinating details about the event that almost destroyed the Windy City.

Chicago Haunts Mon, Oct 11 • 7–8 pm Meets in the Library Renowned Chicago ghost expert and author Ursula Bielski will share stories of Chicago’s supernatural side.

Paying for Care with Veterans Benefits Thu, Nov 4 • 6:30–7:15 pm Meets in the Library Learn about eligibility for VA Pension Benefits which help pay for assisted living care at home or in an assisted living community. Presented by CFP, VA Accredited Claims Agent Jerry Schmitt.

This Is Really War: The True Story of a Navy Nurse POW Sat, Nov 6 • 11 am–12 pm Meets in the Library Join author Emilie Lucchesi as she tells the amazing story of Dorothy Still, a 27-year-old California native who was imprisoned for three years by the Japanese military.

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Fall Events

Museum of Bad Art

Ongoing Events

Mon, Nov 15 • 7–8 pm Meets in the Library

Stitch Club

Meets Virtually Join us for an evening of culture and comedy as we preview the world’s only museum dedicated to the collection, preservation, and celebration of bad art.

Thu, Sep 2 & 16, Oct 7 & 21, Nov 4 & 18 11 am–1 pm Meets in the Library Open to anyone who wants to meet, mingle, and share tips on needlecraft projects.

Bring your own supplies.

Party Perfect Charcuterie Boards Tue, Nov 30 • 7–8 pm Meets in the Library Meets Virtually Get “on board” with the charcuterie trend! Kristyn Slick of Making Mealtime Memories will share techniques and recipes to use at your next gathering.

Evening Yoga Wed, Sep 15, Oct 20, Nov 17

League of Aspiring Writers

6:30–7:45 pm

Mon, Sep 27, Oct 25, Nov 29

Meets in the Library Through guided instruction from Kathy Ruiter, combine gentle yoga poses with breathing awareness to increase range of motion, strengthen and lengthen, and relax the mind.

6–8 pm Meets in the Library Connect with other local writers who are eager to improve their craft and help you improve yours.

Mah Jongg Club Tue, Oct 5, Nov 2

Chair Yoga

Parlor & Tabletop Games

Thu, Sep 9, Oct 14, Nov 11

Tue, Sep 21, Oct 19, Nov 16

11 am–12:30 pm

6–8 pm

11 am–1 pm

Meets in the Library Instructor Kathy Ruiter will guide you in gentle, nonstrenuous chair exercises and meditation.

Meets in the Library Meet up with others interested in playing various games. Choose one from our collection or bring a favorite from home to share.

Meets in the Library Players of all abilities are welcome. An instructor will be on hand to teach those new to the game.

11 am–1 pm Mon, Sep 27, Oct 25, Nov 29

Friday Films

The High Note

Coco

News of the World

2020 | PG-13 | 113 min

2017 | PG | 109 min

2020 | PG-13 | 118 min

Drama, Comedy

Animation, Adventure, Drama

Action, Western

Fri, Sep 10 • 11 am–1 pm & 2–4 pm

Fri, Oct 15 • 11 am–1 pm & 2–4 pm

Fri, Nov 12 • 11 am–1 pm & 2–4 pm

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Meets in the Library

take &make

Leaf Bowl

adult crafts Get crafty! Sign up to reserve your kit on the 15th of the month prior to the pickup dates listed below. Limited kits are available for Tinley Park Public Library cardholders. Limit one per person. Sign up at tplibrary.me/events. Pick up at the Checkout Desk during the dates listed below. Kits designed for adults.

Day of the Dead Sticker Puzzle

Pick up kit Sep 15–29

Pick up kit Oct 15–29

TPPL Cardholders Only Welcome autumn by learning how to make a colorful display piece.

TPPL Cardholders Only Celebrate The Day of the Dead by taking this artful challenge! Puzzle designs vary.

Gratitude Journal Pick up kit Nov 15–29 TPPL Cardholders Only Participate in National Gratitude Month by personalizing your own journal.

Friends’ Concerts

Due to COVID restrictions, refreshments will not be served at this time.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Die Musikmeisters Band Sun, Oct 17 • 2–3 pm Meets in the Library Enjoy your favorite Oktoberfest music with the quartet dressed in authentic German lederhosen.

Eddie Korosa, Jr & the Boys from Illinois Sun, Nov 21 • 2–3 pm Meets in the Library Join Eddie, playing his accordion, and his band as they entertain with polkas and other old favorites.

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Popular Digital Services resume We’re pleased to be reintroducing our Conversion Station and Digital Media Studio this fall. Here’s what you can do with them.

• 35 mm slides • Other positive/negative film • Other video formats (bring your own camera)

Digital Media Studio

Conversion Station You have valuable family memories that you want to preserve. We have the equipment and expertise to help you preserve them. Reserve time at our Conversion Station to turn your home movies, photos, films, and music into digital formats that are easy to share with your friends and family.

We can digitize the following formats:

Get creative today! You may use our Digital Media Studio equipment to make or edit your movie, record some music or audio project, create a logo or drawing, retouch your digital photos, and so much more. We can help you get started with your project—you just need to bring your ideas and a Tinley Park Public Library card.

Reserving a Time Slot

• VHS and VHS-C • Reel to Reel film: Regular 8 mm, Super 8, 16 mm • Audio Cassette tapes

• Photos up to 8 1/2” x 14”

Request an appointment online at tplibrary.me/ reserve or call 708.845.5738 to speak with a Computer Assistant and learn more about these services.

• 33 1/3, 45, and 78 rpm vinyl records

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Classes & Workshops

Android Basics Wed, Sep 8 • 9:30–11:30 am Mon, Oct 4 • 1:30–3:30 pm Tue, Nov 16 • 6:30–8:30 pm Meets in the Library Bring your phone or tablet to learn what makes Android unique.

Digitize It: Reel-toReel Films Thu, Sep 9 • 3–4 pm Fri, Oct 8 • 6:30–7:30 pm Tue, Nov 23 • 10–11 am Meets in the Library TPPL Cardholders Only Learn to digitize your 8 mm, Super 8, or 16 mm reel-toreel films.

Cut the Cable Cord

Morningstar

Apple Devices Basics

Tue, Sep 14 • 6–7 pm

Sun, Sep 19 • 2–2:30 pm

Thu, Sep 23 • 2–4 pm

Mon, Nov 15 • 10–11 am

Tue, Nov 30 • 10–10:30 am

Tue, Oct 12 • 6–8 pm

Meets in the Library Learn about streaming services, like Netflix and Hulu, and streaming devices, like Apple TV and Roku.

Digitize It: VHS Tapes Wed, Sep 15 • 2–3 pm Sat, Oct 23 • 10:30–11:30 am Fri, Nov 12 • 7–8 pm Meets in the Library TPPL Cardholders Only Learn to digitize your VHS tapes.

Consumer Reports Fri, Sep 17 • 3–3:30 pm Sun, Nov 21 • 1–1:30 pm Meets Virtually

Windows 10 Basics Sat, Sep 11 • 2–4 pm Thu, Oct 7 • 6–8 pm Tue, Oct 26 • 10:30–11:30 am Mon, Nov 1 • 10 am–12 pm Meets in the Library Familiarize yourself with Microsoft’s newest operating system.

TPPL Cardholders Only Learn to use the Consumer Reports database.

Meets Virtually

Fri, Oct 29 • 9:30–11:30 am

TPPL Cardholders Only An introduction on how to use Morningstar to help you research investment opportunities and build your investment knowledge.

Sat, Nov 6 • 2–4 pm

Digitize It: Photos & Slides

Introduction to Cryptocurrencies & Blockchain

Tue, Sep 21 • 10–11 am Fri, Nov 19 • 3–4 pm Meets in the Library TPPL Cardholders Only Learn to digitize your photos and slides.

GALE Business Plan Builder

Wed, Nov 17 • 2:30–4:30 pm Meets in the Library Bring your iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch to learn more about Apple’s mobile devices.

Sun, Sep 26 • 2–3 pm Mon, Oct 18 • 10–11 am Tue, Nov 9 • 6:30–7:30 pm Meets Virtually Learn about what cryptocurrencies are, how they work, and what you could do with them.

Wed, Sep 22 • 6:30–7:30 pm Meets in the Library

Résumé Tips & Tricks

TPPL Cardholders Only Learn how to use GALE Business Plan Builder to put together your next business plan.

Mon, Sep 27 • 6:30–7:30 pm Fri, Nov 5 • 10–11 am Meets in the Library Learn techniques to help your résumé get seen by a human.

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Fall Events

Online Privacy & Security

LinkedIn: Create a Professional Profile

Digital Sound Recording

Tue, Sep 28 • 9:30–11:30 am

Mon, Oct 11 • 6–8 pm

Thu, Oct 21 • 2:30–3:30 pm

Meets in the Library Learn strategies for keeping your digital life safe.

Meets in the Library Enhance your professional presence with a LinkedIn profile.

Meets in the Library Record your own oral history, music, or podcast.

JobNow from Brainfuse Wed, Sep 29 • 7–8 pm

Adobe Illustrator: Icons & Logos

Meets Virtually

Wed, Oct 13 • 6–8 pm

TPPL Cardholders Only Learn how to get live 1-on-1 virtual help with your résumé or live interview coaching.

Skill Building with LinkedIn Learning Thu, Sep 30 • 1–2 pm

Meets in the Library TPPL Cardholders Only Learn the basics of Adobe Illustrator and gain experience designing a basic scalable vector graphic.

Online Job Searching

Mon, Nov 8 • 7–8 pm

Sat, Oct 16 • 2–3:30 pm

TPPL Cardholders Only LinkedIn Learning offers selfpaced training to enhance or develop your skill set.

Digitize It: Vinyl Records Wed, Oct 6 • 10:30–11:30 am Meets in the Library TPPL Cardholders Only Learn to digitize and restore vinyl records.

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Wed, Oct 27 • 6:30–7:30 pm Thu, Nov 11 • 3–4 pm Meets in the Library TPPL Cardholders Only Learn to enhance your photos with Adobe Photoshop.

Password Management Wed, Nov 3 • 10–11 am

Wed, Oct 20 • 10–11 am Meets in the Library

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Tue, Nov 2 • 10–11 am

Adobe Photoshop Basics

Meets in the Library In addition to online job searching, this class also covers Microsoft Word for résumés and cover letters.

Online Privacy Tools Tue, Oct 19 • 10–11 am Meets Virtually Get hands on experience using tools to keep yourself and important people in your life safe online.

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Meets Virtually Learn to create and store secure passwords.

Green Screen Basics Wed, Nov 10 • 6–8 pm Meets in the Library TPPL Cardholders Only Learn how to record, edit, and share videos using green screen technology and video editing in Final Cut Pro.

Book Discussions

Books are available at the Reference Desk about one month before the discussion date in multiple formats.

Fantasy & Sci-Fi

eBooks are available through the Libby or Hoopla apps.

Libby

Hoopla

Rocket Men

Klara & the Sun

Salt Houses

by Robert Kurson

by Kazuo Ishiguro

by Hala Alyan

U.S. History, Science

Science Fiction, Dystopian

Literary Fiction, Family Saga

Wed, Sep 8 • 1:30–2:30 pm

Thu, Sep 16 • 7:30–8:30 pm

Wed, Oct 13 • 1:30–2:30 pm

Meets in the Library

Meets in the Library

Meets in the Library

Money Smart

The Last American Vampire

The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue

Get Good with Money

by Seth Grahame-Smith

by V. E. Schwab

Personal Finance

Historical Fiction, Horror

Historical Fantasy

Sat, Nov 13 • 2–3 pm

Thu, Oct 21 • 7:30–8:30 pm

Wed, Nov 10 • 1:30–2:30 pm

Meets in the Library

Meets in the Library

by Tiffany Aliche

Meets in the Library

Fantasy & Sci-Fi

The Underground Railroad

by Colson Whitehead Historical Fiction Thu, Nov 18 • 7:30–8:30 pm Meets in the Library

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Movie Discussions Movies are available at the Reference Desk about one month before the discussion date. Watch at home and join us for the discussion.

Casablanca

Ghostbusters

The Third Man

1942 | PG | 102 min

1984 | PG | 105 min

1949 | Approved | 104 min

Drama, Romance, War

Action, Comedy, Fantasy

Film-Noir, Mystery, Thriller

Wed, Sep 8 • 7–8 pm

Wed, Oct 13 • 7–8 pm

Wed, Nov 10 • 7–8 pm

Meets in the Library

Meets in the Library

A cynical expatriate American café owner struggles to decide whether or not to help his former lover and her fugitive husband escape the Nazis in French Morocco.

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Three former parapsychology professors set up shop as a unique ghost removal service.

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Meets in the Library

Pulp novelist Holly Martins travels to shadowy, postwar Vienna, only to find himself investigating the mysterious death of an old friend, Harry Lime.

Love Grows

By Giving nov 15–dec 8 In our continual effort to support our community, the library will be a drop-off point for donations toward the following organizations ahead of the holiday season:

Crisis Center of South Suburbia The Crisis Center Wish List will be available in our lobby and on our website closer to the collection dates.

Tinley Park Food Pantry The Food Pantry will be glad to receive nonperishable and non-expired food items. No glass containers please.

Comer Children’s Hospital New books only please. Books for ages 3 and under will be made available for children who are spending time away from home.

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OUTREACH SERVICES Are you unable to come to the library or Bookmobile? You may be eligible for our Home Delivery service. For more information, visit tplibrary.org/services or contact us at 708.532.0160, x6 or outreachservices@tplibrary.org.

Bookmobile Schedule Tinley Park—North Thursdays Sep 2 & 23, Oct 14, Nov 4

Tinley Park—South Tuesdays Sep 14, Oct 5 & 26, Nov 16

Tinley Park—West Tuesdays Sep 21, Oct 12, Nov 2 & 23

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Tinley Park—East I-Spy the Bookmobile!

Visit tplibrary.org for locations.

3:30–4 pm

Thursdays Sep 9 & 30, Oct 21, Nov 11

Memorial Park 172nd St & 67th Ct 3:30–4 pm

Fairmont Village Salem Ct & 170th Pl 4:15–4:45 pm

Lewis Park Normandy Dr & Riverside Dr 4:15–4:45 pm

Brementowne South Paxton Ave & 167th St 5–5:30 pm

St. Boniface Park 163rd Pl & 66th Ct 5–5:30 pm

Brookside Glen Robin Ct & Heritage Dr 3:30–4 pm

Orland Hills Tuesdays Sep 7 & 28, Oct 19, Nov 9 & 30

Apartments of Hunter Ridge Hunter Dr & 94th Ave 3:30–4 pm

Brookside Glen Glenbrook Pl & Glenbrook Ln 4:15–4:45 pm

Apartments of Orland Applewood Ln & 88th Ave 4:15–4:45 pm

Brookside Glen Monaghan Dr & Fairfield Ln 5–5:30 pm

Meadowview Meadowview Dr & Marshfield Ln 5–5:30 pm

Senior Communities

Deinert Park Carriage Ln & Humber Ln 3:30–4 pm

Thursdays

I-Spy the Bookmobile!

Visit tplibrary.org for locations.

4:15–4:45 pm

Thursdays

Radcliffe Place Radcliffe Rd & Harper Rd 5–5:30 pm

Thursdays

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Sep 2 & 23, Oct 14, Nov 4

Sep 9 & 30, Oct 21, Nov 11

Sep 16, Oct 7 & 28, Nov 18

Hanover Place 16851 Harlem Ave 10:30–11 am Fulton Commons/Edenbridge 18134 66th Ct 10:30–11 am Tinley Court 16301 Brementowne Rd 10:30–11 am

Friends of the Library Thank you for your ongoing support. With proceeds received from you, we are able to continue our commitment with funding library programs and events.

National Friends of the Library Week Oct 17–23 During this week anyone who becomes a member of the Friends of the Library will receive a $2 gift certificate for the Friends’ Book Store, a Fannie May candy bar of their choice, and a membership card.

Community Shredding Event Sat, Sep 25 • 9–11 am 80th Ave Train Station—North Lot 80th Ave & 179th St Drive up and shred your sensitive papers and documents.

A maximum of two standard-sized paper boxes filled with your sensitive papers (bank statements, bills) is allowed per vehicle. Approximate dimensions: 16” x 8” x 12”. Plastic bags are NOT accepted. Shredding representatives will remove the boxes from your car, take them to the shredding truck, and shred them on site. No signup required.

Friends Membership

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ECRWSS Residential Customer

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I feel so blessed to have such a great library in Tinley Park. Fantastic book assortment always and all the staff could not be more informed as well as welcoming!

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Friendly informative staff, clean, quiet.”

— Patron N.W.

One of our favorite spots, great selection, helpful staff, good events especially for kids, creative measures during COVID, safe and clean, unexpected, fun things like mystery dates with books!

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— Patron S.H.

— Patron K.g.

Board of Trustees

Board Dates

Administration

Library Closed

Catherine Hannon, President Gina Miller, Vice President Darren Meyers, Treasurer Laura Hess-Wojcik, Secretary Patricia Adaranijo, Trustee Bradley Daniels, Trustee Barbara Rose Whalen, Trustee

Wed, Sep 22 Wed, Oct 27 Wed, Dec 1

Zach Musil, Interim Director

Sun, Sep 5 Mon, Sep 6 Thu, Nov 25

Pathways Staff Kevin Palys Sarah Schroeder

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