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2026 Summer Reading Challenge: Plant a Seed & Read

June 1–August 1: This year’s Summer Reading Challenge theme is Plant a Seed & Read. We’re focusing on the idea of farm to table: a farm grows food that nourishes our bodies, and a library grows ideas that nourish our minds. There is a challenge for readers and listeners of all ages, and you can sign up on Beanstack now!

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Use our convenient Drive-thru Pickup Window to pick up your holds

Using our Drive-thru window is easy! Place a hold on an item through our catalog and select Tinley Park Public Library Drive-thru Window as your pickup location. Wait for a notification that your hold is ready, then pick up your hold at the window.

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Build your computer skills and your confidence

NEW RESOURCE: Northstar Digital Literacy is a self-guided assessment and learning resource that covers a variety of basic computer topics. Improve your digital literacy at your own pace and gain skills to help you in your current or future job.

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Improve your skills with LinkedIn Learning

Get access to LinkedIn Learning’s broad collection of online courses with your library card! Learn at your own pace with expert-led courses in business, technology, and creative topics.

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The Summer Reading Challenge is here!

2026 Summer Reading Challenge: Plant a Seed & Read June 1–August 1 All Ages This year’s Summer Reading Challenge theme...

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June 12 is our Summer Celebration!

Summer Celebration: Friday, June 12 We’re kicking off the sunny season with a celebration! Enjoy food and fun for all...

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Library Passport Adventure

Now through September 5 Start your summer adventure at the library! The Library Passport Adventure program helps you discover new...

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Fall Fandom Fest 2026: Artist Alley Vendors!

Seeking Artist Alley Vendors for Fall Fandom Fest Apply online through June 15 Get ready for our fourth annual Fall...

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Featured Reads

Featured Collections

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Parenting

A modest collection on parenting topics including literacy skills, potty training, and dealing with food allergies. This collection can be found in the Youth Services Department on the second floor.

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Award Books

Current nominees for Illinois state awards are located near the stairs on the second floor. These include the Monarch, Bluestem, and Rebecca Caudill awards. Nominees for the Lincoln and Read for a Lifetime awards are in the teen collection.

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