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Orland Township and Cultural Center Visit

September 1, 15 & 29
9:45 a.m. Orland Township
10:30 a.m. Cultural Center
Did you know you can browse a mini-library collection twice a month at the Orland Township and the Cultural Center? Start your Wednesdays off with a good book!

Nursing Homes Visits

September 20
The Outreach Services Department currently services Autumn Leaves, Lexington Health Care, Smith Crossing and Alden Orland Park Prairie Village. Let Kelly and her staff bring library materials to your loved ones!

Remember When

"Remember When"

Outreach Services Staff hold programs at assisted living facilities around Orland Park utilizing memory stimulating BiFolkal Kits. This event is for residents only. If you would like the library to bring this program to your facility, please call Outreach Services Staff for details.

Computer Classes at
Smith Crossing

Outreach Services staff conducts monthly basic Computer Classes at Smith Crossing Assisted Living facility. Course offerings include "Computer Basics" to "E-mail Basics." These classes are for Smith Crossing residents only. If you would like computer classes brought to your assisted living facility, call Outreach Services staff at 708-428-5114.

 

Seniors

The Next Chapter

Just past the magazines you will find the newest "area" in the library-The Next Chapter, especially designed with older adults in mind. We've purchased new lounge chairs with a higher seat elevation (19"), firmer cushions and stronger arms to make your time at the library more comfortable. The Next Chapter is ideally located near the magazines, newspapers and large print materials.

 

Curl Up With a Good Nook!

Have you been curious to try the Nook eReader? Now you can check one out at the Orland Park Public Library. Beginning in July, there will be two Nooks available for circulation in the Adult Services Department and two more available for our homebound library patrons. The Nooks will be pre-loaded with a selection of new bestsellers and classic titles. The Nook software allows users to change the text size from very small to extra large to accommodate readers of both regular and large print books. This feature will allow patrons with low vision to read books that are not normally published in large print. For more information about checking out a Nook, adult patrons should call the Reference Desk at (708) 428-5150 and homebound patrons can contact Kelly Cuci in the Outreach Department at (708) 428-5114.

 

Events for the month

Understanding At-Home Services

Wednesday, September 8, 2:00 p.m.
Join Mary Konieczny, of the Community Relations Director for Providence Life Services, for more information on home health care options available for seniors.

Sunday Film Series - The Emperor's Club

Sunday, September 12, 2:00 p.m.
Professor William Hundert is a history teacher at St. Benedict's Academy for Boys. His world changes when a new student, Sedgewick Bell joins his classroom. Hundert's challenge is to change this incorrigible young man while maintaining his integrity. Rated PG-13; 2002; 108 minutes.

Chair Yoga for 50+

Tuesdays, September 14 and 21, 7:00 p.m.
Join Maureen Ryan as she teaches yoga poses and relaxation from the comfort and support of a chair. Come and experience for yourself how yoga can restore energy, soothe tired muscles, aches and pains, and help you find greater peace in our busy, fast-paced world.

Knitting Anyone?

Wednesday, September 15, 7:00 p.m.
Here is your chance to work on your favorite unfinished knitting project every third Wednesday of the month! Bring your knitting projects and a comfy chair cushion tonight. Questions? Call 428-5114 for more info!

Hearing Health Care: Do Hearing Aids Really Help?

Wednesday, September 22, 2:00 p.m.
Audiologist and Executive Director of the Sertoma Speech and Hearing Center Dr. David Rompala will discuss hearing health care and communication for those with hearing loss.

Friday Film Series - The White Ribbon

Friday, September 24, 6:30 p.m.
This mystery, set in pre-World War I northern Germany, examines the strange and bizarre events in a small village that gradually take on the character of a ritual punishment. Two Academy Award nominations and winner of the Golden Globe 2009 for Best Foreign Language Film. Rated R; 2009; 144 minutes.

For more information, call Outreach Services staff at 708-428-5114.