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pathways Spring | March–May | 2022

Women’s History Month Page 4

Introducing Community Picks Page 5

Poetry Walk April 1–30 Page 6

National Library Week April 3–9 Page 7


What’s Inside

Website

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tplibrary.org

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Contact 708.532.0160 tplibrary@tplibrary.org

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4 Women’s History Month

8 Spring Events

16 Digital Newspapers & Magazines

17 Technology Classes

How to Attend

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Introducing Community Picks

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20 Book Discussions

Spring Events Children

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12 Spring Events Adults

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Ask a Librarian Live chat available at tplibrary.org.

Accessibility ADA accommodation should be requested at least 10 working days prior to any library event.

Movie Discussions

Thank You to Our Donors

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Friends of the Library Robert Raetz Susan & Nicholas Yasillo

Outreach Services & Bookmobile

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

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eMagazines, and more through the Hoopla & Libby apps

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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 driver’s 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

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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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Women’s History Month Celebrating Women’s History Month During the month of March, we are celebrating the contributions, accomplishments, and progress of women. We invite you to check out our Women’s History Month displays on the first and second floors and attend these featured events.

Author in the Spotlight: Madeline Miller Thu, Mar 3 • 7–8:30 pm Meets in the Library Meets Virtually Virtual Presenter The author will discuss her page-turning suspense novels with an enchanting and fresh take on Greek mythology.

Book Discussion: Forever Young

Mon, Mar 14 • 7–8 pm Meets in the Library Meets Virtually Virtual Presenter Historian Clarence Goodman tells the compelling stories of six extraordinary Chicagoans, including a pioneering forensic scientist, an electric blues guitarist, the first female detective in the U.S., and others.

by Hayley Mills Biography Wed, Mar 9 • 1:30–2:30 pm Meets in the Library

Fantasy & Sci-Fi Book Discussion: Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller

Movie Discussion: A League of Their Own 1992 | PG | 128 min Comedy, Drama, Sports Wed, Mar 9 • 7–8 pm Meets in the Library

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Women for All Seasons

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Historical Fiction, Mythology Thu, Mar 17 • 7:30–8:30 pm Meets in the Library

Zelda Fitzgerald Wed, Mar 30 • 7–8 pm Meets in the Library Meets Virtually Virtual Presenter Join us for a dramatic portrayal as historical storyteller Lynn Rymarz steps into the shoes of Zelda Fitzgerald, wife of author F. Scott Fitzgerald.

Author in the Spotlight: Jenny Lawson Wed, Mar 30 • 7–8 pm Meets Virtually Bestselling author Jenny Lawson will discuss her most recent bestseller, Broken (In the Best Possible Way) and her brilliantly funny body of work.


Introducing Community Picks

Have you read a book you really enjoyed? Would you like to recommend it to other community members?

Jessica The Reading List Sara Nisha Adams Friendship

Your Adult Services Librarians will help to make that happen! Pick up a Community Pick bookmark at the Reference Desk or at the Checkout Desk. Fill it out and return it to any service desk.

The story is an absolute joy. Captivating and exquisitely crafted.

More In-Library Recommendations

Staff Picks These handpicked titles and recommendations will help you identify some of the best books in our collection.

TikTok Famous #booktok

Check us out on Instagram

This display consists of top trending titles in different genres recommended by TikTok users.

We also have displays on different themes throughout the year. Follow us on Instagram to see what’s on display!

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THIS APRIL. . Poetry walk April 1-30 We’re turning our Boardwalk into a Poetry Walk! Celebrate National Poetry Month with a stroll around the library’s prairie land, where you can enjoy the natural beauty of the grounds while taking in the splendor of the written word. Our Poetry Walk will feature poems that range from classic to modern and encourage you to be inspired to create some art of your own! Suitable for all ages. Be sure to stop inside the library to check out our poetry books and displays.

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Pathways | Poetry Walk April 1–30


National Library Week April 3–9

Connect with Your Library National Library Week is an annual celebration highlighting the valuable role libraries, librarians, and library workers play in transforming lives and strengthening our communities.

Food for Fines During the week of April 3–9, we will be collecting Food for Fines to help stock the shelves of the Tinley Park Food Pantry. Patrons may bring in a nonperishable food item and, for each item received, we will remove $1 in overdue fines from your library account for a Tinley Park item that has been returned. We cannot excuse fines for items that are lost or damaged, items belonging to other libraries, or collection agency fees. We cannot accept expired food items and items in glass containers. Even if you don’t have any overdue fines, you can still donate your food items at the Checkout Desk.

Free Giveaway at the Checkout Desk During the week of April 3–9, show us your Tinley Park Public Library card and receive a free giveaway at the Checkout Desk.

Patron Appreciation Day April 6 Visit the library on April 6 between 3–7 pm to pick up a delicious treat. Between 3–5 pm, hop on board the Bookmobile and hunt for hidden bunnies and eggs to win a prize! Drop-in event.

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SPRING EVENTS We are excited to offer a variety of engaging events this spring with 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. Select event recordings are available at tplibrary.org/virtual-eventrecordings.

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

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Signup is required for events and begins on the 15th of the month for the next month’s events, unless otherwise noted.

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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 listings


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

Storytimes

Preschool Stories Tue, Mar 1–Apr 19 10–10:30 am Wed, Mar 2–Apr 20 11–11:30 am Meets in the Library Mon, Mar 7–Apr 25 10–10:30 am Meets Virtually Ages 3–5 years with adult(s): Join us for stories, activities, and a craft.

Bouncing Babies Tue, Mar 1–Apr 19 11–11:30 am Thu, Mar 3–Apr 21 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.

Tales for Twos Wed, Mar 2–Apr 20 Fri, Mar 4–18, Apr 1–8 & 22 10–10:30 am Meets in the Library Ages 2 years with adult(s): Enjoy stories, songs, and a craft.

Evening Storytime

Supported Storytime

Family Activity Night

Thu, Mar 3–Apr 21

Sat, Mar 19, Apr 16, May 14

Fri • 6:30–7:30 pm

6:30–7 pm

10:30–11:15 am

Apr 22: LEGOs

Meets in the Library Ages 3–8 years with adult(s): Join us for themed stories, songs, and activities!

Meets in the Library Ages 3–8 years with adult(s): A visual schedule and sensory supports will be available in this adaptive storytime. Join us for stories, songs, movement, and sensory activities.

May 27: Trivia Night with

Wiggle Worms Wed • 6:30–7 pm Mar 9: Under the Sea Apr 13: Amazing Butterflies May 11: Hop Like a Frog 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!

Saturday Storytime Sat, Mar 12, Apr 9, May 21

Share-a-Language Storytime: Arabic Sat, Mar 26, Apr 23, May 28 10:30–11 am Meets in the Library Ages 3–8 years with adult(s): Enjoy children’s stories and songs in diverse languages.

‫قصص و اغاين باللغة العربية مع‬ ‫املعلمة منى جرار‬

10:30–11 am Meets in the Library Ages 3–8 years with adult(s): Take a break from your busy morning and join us for a fun half-hour of action and stories.

Family Pajamarama Fri, Mar 18, Apr 29, May 20 7–7:45 pm Meets in the Library Ages 3–8 years with adult(s): Participate in stories, fingerplays, and songs.

Families

Kahoot! Meets in the Library Families: Spend some quality time with your family!

Earth Day Celebration Sat, Apr 23 • 2–2:45 pm Meets in the Library Ages 3–8 years with adult(s): Let’s celebrate Earth Day! Together we will read a story and complete a variety of fun and recyclable crafts and activities in honor of this special day.

Gifts for Mom Sat, May 7 • 10:30–11:30 am Meets in the Library Families: Celebrate Mother’s Day by creating a special gift for mom!

Catch a Leprechaun Mon, Mar 14 • 6:30–7:15 pm Meets in the Library Ages 3–8 years with adult(s): Join us for a reading of How to Catch a Leprechaun and then put your creative skills to use by designing your very own leprechaun trap.

Pre-K & Grade K

Preschool Lab Fri • 11:30 am–12:15 pm Mar 4: Magnets Apr 1: Earth Day May 6: In the Air Meets in the Library Ages 3–5 years with adult(s): Science-based activities and stories on a fascinating theme.

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Spring Events

Seeds & Gardens

STEAM Ahead

Mon, May 16 • 10:30–11:15 am

Wed • 4:30–5:15 pm

Meets in the Library Ages 3–5 years with adult(s): We will read stories, play a game, and work on a plant-related craft.

Mar 16: Magnets

Grades K–1

Storybook Friends

Apr 20: Earth Day May 18: In the Air Meets in the Library Grades K–1: Science-based activities and stories on a fascinating theme.

Puppet Play Tue, Mar 22

Thu • 4:30–5:15 pm

Mon, May 23

Mar 10: Fancy Nancy

4:30–5:15 pm

Apr 14: Curious George

Meets in the Library Grades K–1: Make a puppet and learn a short story or poem to go with your new character.

May 12: Fly Guy Meets in the Library Grades K–1: Spend time hearing stories, playing games, and making projects all about your favorite picture book characters.

Rain, Rain, Go Away! Tue, Apr 26 • 4:30–5:15 pm Meets in the Library Grades K–1: We will do fun activities related to rain!

Grades 2–3

Crazy 8s Math Club

Mar 28: Green Snacks Apr 25: Breakfast Banana Split

4:30–5:30 pm

May 23: Chocolate Chip Dip

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!

Meets Virtually Grades 2–3: Assemble the month’s DIY treat, then we will share a book and a craft. Read the full description at tplibrary.me/events.

Have a Laugh

Do I Hear Rain?

Thu, Mar 17 Wed, Apr 13 Tue, May 17 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 3–5: Discuss a book from the 2022 Bluestem Award List. We will close with a fun activity.

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Mon • 6:30–7:15 pm

Mon, Mar 7–Apr 25

Bluestem Book Club

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No-Cook Club

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Wed, Apr 6 • 4:30–5:30 pm Meets in the Library Grades 2–3: Enjoy making a rainstick along with other fun activities.

Tinley Traveler: Mexico Fri, Apr 29 • 4:30–5:30 pm Meets in the Library Grades 2–3: Get your passports ready! We’ll explore the people and culture of Mexico.

Because of the Rabbit by Cynthia Lord Thu, Mar 3 • 4:30–5:30 pm Handimals by Silvia Lopez & Guido Daniele Thu, Apr 7 • 4:30–5:30 pm Best of 2022 Thu, May 5 • 4:30–5:30 pm


Teens Grades 3–5

Bloxels

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

Sat, Mar 12, Apr 9, May 7 2–3 pm Meets in the Library Grades 3–5: Come and create, explore, and play with Bloxels, a system where you can build your own video game. Grades 4–5

Game On!: Dice Games Tue, Apr 19 • 4:30–5:30 pm Meets in the Library Grades 4–5: Learn to play a variety of dice games, including Yahtzee!

Cardboard Box Engineering Tue, May 24• 4:30–5:30 pm Meets in the Library Grades 4–5: Each participant will design and build a marble roller coaster.

Grades 6–12

YAC: Youth Advisory Council Tue, Mar 8, Apr 12, May 10 6–7 pm Meets in the Library Grades 6–12: Help plan teen programs at the library.

Café Olé Tue, Mar 8, Apr 12, May 10 7–8 pm Meets in the Library Grades 6–12: Hang out with your friends, eat cookies, sip on a cold or hot drink, and enjoy a different activity each time.

Teen Baking

The Art of Zentangling

Tue • 7–8 pm

Fri, May 13 • 7–8 pm

Mar 15: Soda Bread

Meets in the Library Grades 6–12: Learn the relaxing and creative art of meditative doodling.

Apr 19: Chocolate Lava Muffins May 17: Tres Leches Cake Meets Virtually Grades 6–12: Hear some great baking tips and tricks. Bake along or just watch. Read the full description at tplibrary.me/events.

Teen Tabletop Game Night: Settlers of Catan Tue, May 31 • 6:30–8 pm Meets in the Library Grades 6–12: Play Settlers of Catan with friends!

Retro Video Games Fri, Mar 18 & May 20 • 7–8 pm Meets in the Library Grades 6–12: Play classic Nintendo games with fellow video game enthusiasts.

Grades 9–12

High School Book Club Tue, Mar 1, Apr 5, May 3 7–8 pm

Teen Paint Night

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.

Fri, Apr 29 • 7–8 pm Meets in the Library Grades 6–12: Follow stepby-step instructions to create an original work of art.

fairy tale theatre auditions Thu, May 19 • 5:30–7 pm

Grades 4–8

“Sew” Simple Mon, Apr 11 • 6:30–7:30 pm Meets in the Library Grades 4–8: Learn a few simple stitches and create a felt keychain.

Finishing Grades 6–12: Calling all theatre kids! Auditions are being held for this year’s Fairy Tale Theatre production, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, adapted by Michele L. Vacca. For rehearsal schedule and performance dates, please call Youth Services at 708.532.0160, x2.

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Spring Events

ADULTS Signup is required for the following events. You may sign up beginning now unless otherwise noted.

Seasonal Events

Women for All Seasons Mon, Mar 14 • 7–8 pm Meets in the Library

Vegetable Gardening 101

The Race to Save the RMS Titanic

The Real History of Cinco de Mayo

Mon, Mar 21 • 6:30–8 pm

Wed, Apr 6 • 6:30–7:30 pm

Mon, May 2 • 7–8 pm

Meets in the Library

Meets in the Library

Meets in the Library

Meets Virtually

Meets Virtually

Meets Virtually

Virtual Presenter Horticulturist Sharon Yiesla teaches the basics to get your garden up and running including planning, prepping, planting techniques, and maintenance.

Virtual Presenter Author William Hazelgrove tells the story of both the amazing heroism and astounding incompetence of rescuers in this tragic maritime disaster.

Virtual Presenter Carlos Tortolero, Founder and President of the National Museum of Mexican Art, will discuss the history and importance of Cinco De Mayo.

Zelda Fitzgerald

Charlotte Brontë, the Stifled Writer

Backyard Grilling

Meets Virtually Virtual Presenter Historian Clarence Goodman tells the compelling stories of six extraordinary Chicagoans, including a pioneering forensic scientist, an electric blues guitarist, the first female detective in the U.S., and others.

Parenting Series

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Wed, Mar 30 • 7–8 pm Meets in the Library Meets Virtually

Mon, Apr 18 • 7–8 pm Meets in the Library

Virtual Presenter Join us for a dramatic portrayal as historical storyteller Lynn Rymarz steps into the shoes of Zelda Fitzgerald, wife of author F. Scott Fitzgerald.

Meets Virtually Virtual Presenter In this dramatic portrayal by Laura Keyes, we visit Charlotte Brontë in 1847 as she discusses her deeply personal manuscript of Jane Eyre.

Navigating Special Education

Self-Care for Busy People

Thu, Mar 24 • 6:30–7:30 pm

Thu, Apr 7 • 7–8 pm

Meets in the Library

Meets in the Library

Meets Virtually

Meets Virtually

Virtual Presenter This workshop provides an overview of the laws, parent rights, and services regarding special education for young children.

Virtual Presenter Bring balance to your life with inspirational self-care practices from yoga teacher, busy mom, and author Julie M. Gentile.

708.532.0160 | tplibrary.me/events

Wed, May 25 • 7–8 pm Meets in the Library Meets Virtually Virtual Presenter Kristyn Slick of Making Mealtime Memories is back to share classic American barbecue recipes and grilling techniques.

Parenting Your Teen Wed, May 4 • 6:30–7:30 pm Meets in the Library Meets Virtually Virtual Presenter Learn how to recognize normal teenage behaviors and better communicate with your teen. Presented by Licensed Professional Counselor Meg Seth-Smith.


The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller

Circe

by Madeline Miller

Broken (in the best possible way)

Authors in the Spotlight

by Jenny Lawson

Madeline Miller

Jenny Lawson

Thu, Mar 3 • 7–8:30 pm

Wed, Mar 30 • 7–8 pm

Meets in the Library Meets Virtually Virtual Presenter The author will discuss her page-turning suspense novels with an enchanting and fresh take on Greek mythology.

Meets Virtually Bestselling author Jenny Lawson will discuss her most recent bestseller, Broken (In the Best Possible Way) and her brilliantly funny body of work.

April 9-16 Money Smart Week is a national public education program coordinated by the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago that empowers people with the knowledge and skills to make better-informed personal financial decisions.

Discover What’s Yours: I-Cash

Buying Your First Home

Mon, Apr 11 • 11 am–2 pm

Mon, Apr 11 • 6:30–7:30 pm

Thu, Apr 14 • 11 am–2 pm

Meets in the Library

Meets in the Library The State Treasurer is holding 2.9 billion dollars in unclaimed funds for Illinoisans. Find out if there is any unclaimed property owed to you! Searches are done by name and address. Drop-in event.

Meets Virtually Virtual Presenter Residential lender Maureen Cipolla shares current information for first-time homebuyers including low and free down-payment programs and assistance.

Introduction to Cryptocurrencies & Blockchain

Money Smart Book Group: Cryptocurrency Investing for Dummies

Sun, Apr 10 • 2–3 pm

by Kiana Danial

Meets Virtually

Personal Finance

Tue, May 17 • 7–8 pm Meets in the Library Learn about what cryptocurrencies are, how they work, and what you could do with them. Signup begins on the 15th of the month prior to the date listed.

Sat, Apr 2 • 2–3 pm Meets in the Library

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Spring Events

Signup is required for the following events. You may sign up beginning now unless otherwise noted.

Ongoing Events

Mah Jongg Club Tue, Mar 1, Apr 5, May 3 11 am–1 pm Mon, Mar 28 & Apr 25 6–8 pm Meets in the Library Players of all skill levels are welcome. An instructor will be on hand to teach those new to the game.

Take & Make

Stitch Club Thu, Mar 3 & 17, Apr 7 & 21,

Ageless Grace (Brain & Body Fitness)

Parlor & Tabletop Games

May 5 & 19

Mon, Mar 14 & 28,

Tue, Mar 22, Apr 26, May 24

11 am–1 pm

Apr 11 & 25, May 9 & 23

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.

10–10:45 am

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.

Chair Yoga Thu, Mar 10, Apr 14, May 12 11 am–12:30 pm Meets in the Library Meets Virtually Instructor Kathy Ruiter will guide you in gentle, nonstrenuous chair exercises and meditation. Signup begins on the 15th of the month prior to the dates listed.

League of Aspiring Writers Mon, Mar 28 & Apr 25

Evening Yoga Wed, Mar 16, Apr 20, May 18 6:30–7:45 pm Meets in the Library Meets Virtually Combine gentle yoga poses with breathing awareness to relax the mind. Bring a yoga mat and a firm blanket. Signup begins on the 15th of the month prior to the dates listed.

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

person. Sign up at tplibrary.me/events. Pick up at the Checkout Desk during the dates listed. Kits are designed for adults.

Blackout Poetry

Pick up kit Mar 15–29

Pick up kit Apr 16–30

TPPL Cardholders Only Create a cute and cozy tealight luminary. Signup begins on February 15.

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Meets Virtually Work out your brain as well as your body in this fun chair exercise program. Signup begins on the 15th of the month prior to the dates listed.

Get crafty! Limited kits are available for Tinley Park Public Library cardholders. Limit one per

Wine Glass Tealight Lamp

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Meets in the Library

TPPL Cardholders Only Construct a unique and artful poem with this innovative technique. Signup begins on March 15.

708.532.0160 | tplibrary.me/events

Paper Poppies Pick up kit May 15–28 TPPL Cardholders Only Honor fallen vets by making your own paper poppy flowers. Signup begins on April 15.


Friday Films

Charming the Hearts of Men

Finding You

American Underdog

2021 | PG-13 | 107 min

2021 | PG | 119 min

2021 | PG | 112 min

Drama, History, Romance

Drama, Romance

Drama, Biography

Fri, Mar 11 • 11 am & 2 pm

Fri, Apr 8 • 11 am & 2 pm

Fri, May 13 • 11 am & 2 pm

Meets in the Library

Meets in the Library

Friends’ Concerts

Meets in the Library

Due to COVID restrictions, refreshments will not be served at this time. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Nippersink Rogues Irish Band

The Blues with Fruteland Jackson

Sun, Mar 13 • 2–3 pm

Sun, May 15 • 2–3 pm

Meets in the Library This quartet will perform rousing Irish music as St. Patrick’s Day approaches. Signup begins February 15.

Meets in the Library Enjoy an afternoon of traditional acoustic blues with musician, author, storyteller, and oral historian Fruteland Jackson. Signup begins on April 15.

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Digital newspapers & magazines Are you a daily news reader? Doing research for a project? Whether you’re interested in current events or want to dig into the past, we have online resources to meet your needs! Your Tinley Park Public Library card gives you free digital access to thousands of newspaper and magazine articles through our website, tplibrary.org. How to access our News & Newspapers resources: 1. Visit tplibrary.me/research. 2. Under Research, choose News & Newspapers.

New Resource: PressReader Get access to more than 7,000 of the world’s top newspapers and magazines, in their original language and format. Includes the Chicago Sun-Times, Chicago Tribune, Daily Southtown, Reader’s Digest, Taste of Home, and more! Read on your computer or download the PressReader app on your mobile device.

U.S. Major Dailies (ProQuest) Search articles from the five most respected U.S. newspapers dating as far back as 1985: Chicago Tribune, Los Angeles Times, The New York Times, Washington Post, and The Wall Street Journal. Read on your computer or on your mobile device’s web browser.

Media On Demand Magazines (Libby) Not sure where to start? Visit the Reference Desk or call 708.532.0160, x1 for assistance.

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Pathways | Digital Newspapers & Magazines

Access over 3,000 always available e-magazines, including Chicago Magazine, Prevention, and Real Simple. Read on your computer or download the Libby app on your mobile device.

708.532.0160 | tplibrary.me/events


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

Classes & Workshops

Cut the Cable Cord Sat, Mar 12 • 2–3 pm Tue, May 10 • 7–8 pm Meets Virtually Wed, Apr 6 • 10–11 am Meets in the Library Learn about streaming services, like Netflix and Hulu, and streaming devices, like Apple TV and Roku.

Excel Basics

Google Photos Mon, Apr 4 • 10–11 am

Introduction to Cloud Storage

Introduction to Windows 10

Tue, May 3 • 3–4 pm

Wed, Mar 30 • 2–3 pm

Sun, Mar 6 • 2–4 pm

Meets in the Library Back up photos to the cloud with Google Photos. Google/ Gmail account required.

Mon, May 2 • 6–7 pm

Mon, May 16 • 10 am–12 pm

Meets in the Library Learn the benefits and drawbacks of cloud storage.

Meets in the Library Familiarize yourself with Microsoft’s Windows 10.

Introduction to Android Devices

Introduction to Cryptocurrencies & Blockchain

Online Privacy & Security

Sun, Apr 10 • 2–3 pm

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

Wed, Mar 9 • 9:30–11:30 am Tue, Apr 19 • 9:30–11:30 am Sat, Apr 30 • 2–4 pm Mon, May 23 • 6–8 pm Meets in the Library Bring your phone or tablet to learn what makes Android unique.

Meets Virtually Tue, May 17 • 7–8 pm Meets in the Library Learn about what cryptocurrencies are, how they work, and what you could do with them.

Thu, Mar 31 • 2–4 pm

Introduction to Apple Devices

Sun, Apr 3 • 2–4 pm

Wed, Mar 9 • 6:30–8:30 pm

Wed, May 11 • 6–8 pm

Tue, Apr 5 • 2–4 pm

Tue, May 24 • 6–8 pm

Wed, Apr 20 • 6–8 pm

Meets in the Library Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft’s spreadsheet application.

Mon, Apr 25 • 10–11 am

Sun, May 1 • 2–4 pm

Meets in the Library Learn how to create a Google account and about the suite of free services it grants you access to.

Meets in the Library Bring your iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch to learn more about Apple’s mobile devices.

Introduction to Google Accounts

Sun, May 22 • 3–4 pm

Online Privacy Tools Mon, Mar 7 • 2–3 pm Meets in the Library Get hands-on experience using tools to keep yourself and important people in your life safe online.

Mon, Mar 28 • 2–3 pm

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

Password Management Fri, Mar 18 • 10–11 am Sat, May 7 • 10–11 am Meets in the Library Meets Virtually Learn to create and store secure passwords.

PowerPoint Basics

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The Story of Computers

Digital Media Studio

Meets Virtually Learn about the fascinating history of computers and discover the stories of the computer scientists who changed the world forever.

Using Zoom

Adobe Illustrator Basics Sun, Apr 24 • 2–4 pm Meets in the Library TPPL Cardholders Only Learn the basics of Adobe Illustrator and gain experience designing a basic scalable vector graphic.

Mon, Mar 21 • 2–3 pm Tue, Apr 26 • 7–8 pm Thu, May 26 • 2–3 pm

Wed, Mar 23 • 7–8 pm Thu, May 12 • 3–4 pm

Mon, Apr 18 • 10–11 am Meets in the Library

Green Screen Basics

Adobe Photoshop Basics

Meets in the Library TPPL Cardholders Only Learn to record, edit, and share videos with green screen technology.

Conversion Station

Digitize It: Photos & Slides Sat, Apr 9 • 2–3 pm

Thu, Mar 17 • 2–3:30 pm

Meets in the Library

Wed, Mar 16 • 7–8 pm

Fri, Apr 29 • 9:30–10:30 am

Mon, Apr 11 • 7–8:30 pm

Learn how to use the video

Thu, May 19 • 3–4 pm

Fri, May 27 • 6–7 pm

Tue, May 10 • 2–3:30 pm

conferencing platform Zoom

Meets in the Library

Meets in the Library

Meets in the Library Learn how to create Microsoft PowerPoint slideshows with dynamic features to spice up your presentations.

on your computer or mobile

TPPL Cardholders Only Learn to enhance your photos with Adobe Photoshop.

TPPL Cardholders Only Learn to digitize your photos and slides.

Thu, Apr 7 • 2–4 pm

Digital Sound Recording

Digitize It: Reel-toReel Films

Sat, May 21 • 2–4 pm

Sun, Mar 27 • 2–3 pm

Tue, Mar 15 • 10–11 am

Meets in the Library Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft’s word-processing software.

Wed, May 25 • 7–8 pm

Thu, Apr 21 • 3–4 pm

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

Tue, May 31 • 10–11 am

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device.

Word Basics Sat, Mar 26 • 9:30–11:30 am

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Meets in the Library TPPL Cardholders Only Learn to digitize your 8 mm, Super 8, or 16 mm reel-toreel films.


Digitize It: VHS Tapes

Résumé Tips & Tricks Tue, Mar 8 • 2–3 pm

How to Read eNewspapers

Thu, Mar 24 • 7–8 pm

Using Credo Reference

Fri, Apr 8 • 9:30–10:30 am

Fri, Apr 22 • 3–4 pm

Tue, Mar 29 • 6:30–7 pm

Wed, Apr 13 • 4–4:30 pm

Tue, Apr 12 • 10–11 am

Meets in the Library Learn techniques to help your résumé get seen by a human.

Wed, May 18 • 3:30–4 pm

Fri, May 20 • 6–7 pm Meets in the Library TPPL Cardholders Only Learn to digitize your VHS tapes.

Using LinkedIn Learning

Digitize It: Vinyl Audio Restoration

Wed, Apr 27 • 10–11 am

Sun, Mar 13 • 2–3 pm

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

Thu, Apr 28 • 7–8 pm Thu, May 5 • 3–4 pm Meets in the Library TPPL Cardholders Only Learn how to digitize vinyl records and cassette tapes.

Career Building

Meets in the Library

online resources

How to Read eMagazines Thu, Mar 10 • 6–6:30 pm

Online Job Searching Wed, May 4 • 6–7:30 pm Meets in the Library In addition to online job searching, this class also covers Microsoft Word for résumés and cover letters.

Sat, Apr 16 • 10–10:30 am Mon, May 9 • 6:30–7 pm Meets in the Library TPPL Cardholders Only Learn how to remotely access the library’s collection of eMagazines on your favorite devices.

Meets in the Library TPPL Cardholders Only Learn how to remotely access the library’s collection of eNewspapers on your favorite devices.

Using Ancestry.com Wed, Mar 23 • 2–3 pm Meets in the Library TPPL Cardholders Only Start your genealogy research

Meets in the Library TPPL Cardholders Only Learn how to use Credo to perform basic research and access hundreds of authoritative ebooks on multiple subjects.

Using GALE Business Plan Builder Thu, Apr 14 • 3–4 pm Meets in the Library TPPL Cardholders Only

with the library’s edition of

Learn how to use GALE

the popular database.

Business Plan Builder to put together your next business

Using Creativebug

plan.

Fri, Mar 11 • 7:30–8 pm Fri, May 6 • 6:30–7 pm Meets in the Library TPPL Cardholders Only Learn how to use Creativebug to discover professionallycurated arts and crafts projects including videos and step-by-step guides.

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Spring Events

Book Discussions

Books are available at the Reference Desk about one month before the discussion date in multiple formats. eBooks are available through the Libby or Hoopla apps.

Money Smart

Fantasy & Sci-Fi

Forever Young

Song of Achilles

by Hayley Mills

by Madeline Miller

Author in the Spotlight: Madeline Miller

Biography

Historical Fiction, Mythology

Thu, Mar 3 • 7–8:30 pm

Wed, Mar 9 • 1:30–2:30 pm

Thu, Mar 17 • 7:30–8:30 pm

See page 13 for more

Meets in the Library

Meets in the Library

information.

Cryptocurrency Investing for Dummies by Kiana Danial Personal Finance Sat, Apr 2 • 2–3 pm Meets in the Library

Fantasy & Sci-Fi

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The Night Watchman

The Reading List

Whereabouts

Project Hail Mary

by Louise Erdrich

by Sara Nisha Adams

by Jhumpa Lahiri

by Andy Weir

Fiction, Cultural Heritage

Fiction, Friendship

Literary Fiction

Science Fiction, Thriller

Wed, Apr 13 • 1:30–2:30 pm

Thu, Apr 21 • 7:30–8:30 pm

Wed, May 11 • 1:30–2:30 pm

Thu, May 19 • 7:30–8:30 pm

Meets in the Library

Meets in the Library

Meets in the Library

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.

A League of Their Own

The Philadelphia Story

Blade Runner

1992 | PG | 128 min

1940 | NR | 112 min

1982 | R | 117 min

Comedy, Drama, Sports

Comedy, Romance

Science Fiction, Action, Drama

Wed, Mar 9 • 7–8 pm

Wed, Apr 13 • 7–8 pm

Wed, May 11 • 7–8 pm

Meets in the Library

Two sisters join the first female professional baseball league and struggle to help it succeed amidst their own growing rivalry.

Meets in the Library

When a rich woman’s ex-husband and a tabloid-type reporter turn up just before her planned remarriage, she begins to learn the truth about herself.

Meets in the Library

A blade runner must pursue and terminate four replicants who stole a ship in space, and have returned to Earth to find their creator.

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Outreach Services Bookmobile Our Bookmobile is a mobile branch of the library. On board you will find a collection of bestselling and popular fiction and nonfiction books, DVDs, and console games for all ages. Look for us at neignborhood stops, special events, parks, and senior communities throughout Tinley Park and Orland Hills.

Neighborhood Stops Tinley Park North & South Thursdays Mar 10 & 31, Apr 21, May 12

Home Delivery If you can’t come to the library, the library will come to you! Our goal is to meet the needs of qualifying patrons who are unable to visit the library. Those who are elderly, live alone, or are physically challenged may be eligible. Contact us to see if home delivery is right for you.

For more information: tplibrary.me/outreach Contact: 708.532.0160, x6 outreachservices@tplibrary.org

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Brookside Glen (South) Glenbrook Pl & Glenbrook Ln 4:45–5:15 pm Brookside Glen (South) Monaghan Dr & Fairfield Ln 5:30–6 pm

Suggest a Spot We’d love to hear your feedback. Let us know where you’d like to see the Bookmobile around town! Visit tplibrary.me/ outreach to fill out a request form.

Fairmont Village (North) Salem Ct & 170th Pl 4–4:30 pm

Tinley Park East & West Thursdays Mar 3 & 24, Apr 14, May 5 & 26

Parkside (East) Glenview Dr & Ravinia Dr 4–4:30 pm St. Boniface Park (East) 163rd Pl & 66th Ct 4:45–5:15 pm Radcliffe Place (West) Radcliffe Rd & Harper Rd 5:30–6 pm

Orland Hills Thursdays Mar 17, Apr 7 & 28, May 19

Pheasant Ridge/Hunter Apts. Hunter Dr & 94th Ave 3:15–4:15 pm Apartments of Orland Applewood Ln & 88th Ave 4:30–5 pm Meadowview Meadowview Dr & Marshfield Ln 5:15–5:45 pm


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.

Become a Member Whether you are new or renewing, cut out

and use the form below to make a donation and support the Friends!

Community Shredding Event Sat, Apr 30 • 9–11 am 80th Ave Train Station—South Lot Timber Dr & Veterans Pkwy 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.

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Annual Dues: Please check one:

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Good Friend ($10)

Best Friend ($25)

Family Friends ($15) List names: ______________________________________________ Please check one:

New Membership

Membership Renewal

Please make checks payable to: Friends of the Tinley Park Public Library 7851 Timber Drive, Tinley Park, IL 60477

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Administration

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

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Zach Musil, Library Director Sarah Schroeder, Assistant Director

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