Upcoming library events at Orland Park Public Library

Orland Township Senior Drop-in Visit

When: Friday, February 10, 2012 - 9:30 AM
Where: Van

Outreach Services Staff visits Orland Township Senior Drop-in center. (Outreach Services Program)

Business Unwrapped - Inspiring Your Staff

When: Friday, February 10, 2012 - 11:45 AM
Where: Room 104-Meeting Room

What gets your staff going? Do you leave notes of appreciation for a job well done or recognize them for their professional accomplishments? Are you a coach and can you communicate your business mission effectively to your staff? Inspiring your staff requires the perfect blend of communication, recognition and enthusiasm. Join us for a lunchtime seminar designed to inspire you as well as your staff! (Adult Services Program)

EnvironMental Club 2....E=MC2

When: Friday, February 10, 2012 - 4:00 PM
Where: Youth Services Program Room

Learn how to save the earth through interactive science activities! We love Planet Earth! No registration is necessary, but space is limited.

Cozy Corner Bedtime Storytime

When: Friday, February 10, 2012 - 7:00 PM
Where: Youth Services Program Room

Don�t forget to wear your pajamas and bring your favorite stuffed animal! No registration is necessary, but space is limited.

Server Virtualization for Home and Your Business

When: Friday, February 10, 2012 - 7:00 PM
Where: Computer Lab

Learn how to install, configure and run virtual machine using VMware and Oracle Virtual box for your home and for your business.
Discussion on how to install, configure and some best practices of virtualization.

Showcase: Jeff Wichmann

When: Friday, February 10, 2012 - 7:00 PM
Where: Lobby

Jeff Wichmann, a Chicago Native, has been playing koto for nearly 20 years exploring traditional and contemporary Japanese Music. He holds an Advanced Koto License from the Sawai Koto Institute in Tokyo Japan where he studied under Koto Master, Kazue Sawai. Join Jeff in the lobby tonight! (Adult Services Program)

Love is in the Air...Special Bright Starts Family Storytime

When: Saturday, February 11, 2012 - 10:00 AM
Where: Youth Services Program Room

Celebrate Valentine's Day with stories, songs and activities. No registration is necessary, but space is limited.

Kenya Culture Club

When: Saturday, February 11, 2012 - 11:00 AM
Where: Youth Services Program Room

Travel to countries in faraway lands without ever leaving Orland Park! Break out those passports as we explore other cultures, people, food and handicrafts. Registration for any or all of the dates begins Saturday, December 17 at 9:00 a.m. online or in-person in the Youth Services Department. Food to be served at this event: bananas rolled in cinnamon and sugar and vanilla ice cream. If your child has a food allergy please let the Youth Services Librarian know.

Sunday Film Series - Inherit the Wind

When: Sunday, February 12, 2012 - 2:00 PM
Where: Room 104-Meeting Room

Timing that is impeccable, nuance as subtle as could be, bravura declamations that are almost stunning in their power and intensity--this film has it all. Famous lawyer Henry Drummond played by Spencer Tracy whose character is based on real-life attorney Clarence Darrow defends teacher B. T. Cates for teaching Darwin's theories. The court scenes are taken largely from the original transcripts of the 1925 "Scopes Monkey Trial". (Adult Services Program)
Runtime: 128 minutes

Nursing Homes Visits

When: Monday, February 13, 2012 - 9:30 AM
Where: Van

Outreach Services Staff visits four assisted living facilities. (Outreach Services Program)

Lap sit

When: Monday, February 13, 2012 - 10:00 AM
Where: Youth Services Program Room

Ages birth�23 months, with a parent or caregiver
The babies will coo and smile as we enjoy stories, songs, and fingerplays! Registration begins Saturday, December 17, 2011. Click on the first day of the program in order to begin the registration process.

Toddler Art

When: Monday, February 13, 2012 - 11:00 AM
Where: Youth Services Program Room

Discover the world of art through stories, music and hands-on activities! Children, ages 24--47 months with a parent/adult caregiver.
Registration begins Saturday, December 17.

Kekyboarding

When: Monday, February 13, 2012 - 11:30 AM
Where: Computer Lab

Need to type a letter or e-mail but can't find your way around the keyboard? This is the class for you! Registration required for this four-part class. (computer)