Adult Services Programs

Sunday, December 20, 1:30-4:30 p.m.
Located in the lobby of the library, the Village of Orland Park, Park and Recreation Department Dance Troupe will perform staples of eighteenth-century ballrooms, the French Minuet, English Country Dance, Allemande, Rigadoon, and Pas de Gavotte from 1:30-2:30 p.m. Heavenly Harps, harp duo will perform Colonial pieces entitled Music in the Life of Benjamin Franklin from 2:30-3:30 p.m.

Tuesday, January 12, 7:00-8:30 p.m.
Who were Ben and Deborah Franklin? Living Historians Charles and Catherine Molenda are featured this evening. While Ben nurtures his publications, inventions and travels Deborah runs the store, acts as postmistress and ignores attacks by Franklin's political rivals. Spend a lively evening with the Franklins.

Sunday, January 17 at 2:00 p.m.
Keynote Speaker and noted scholar Betsy Erkkila will give a lecture on Ben Franklin and his relationship with the Revolutionary body. Get a peek into the politics of our American colonies and this rough transitional period as many residents were trying to decide whether they should be loyalists or patriots.

Tuesday, January 19, 10:00 a.m. OR
Wednesday, January 20, 1:00 p.m. OR
Thursday, January 21, 7:00 p.m.
Benjamin Franklin was a printer, an inventor, a writer, a scientist and a statesman. He is one of the most colorful and interesting historical figures in this country's history. Discover the life of this founding father and learn about his role in the creation of a new nation. Copies of the book will be available at the Adult Reference Desk. For more information, call 708-428-5151.

Friday, January 22, 7:00-8:00 p.m.
Vocalist and multi-instrumentalist as well as a storyteller, theatrical performer and historian, Barry Cloyd delivers his music on a multitude of instruments. Featured this evening will be music and stories of Ben Franklin, his many inventions and the Revolutionary era.

Tuesday, January 26, 7:00-8:30 p.m.
Ben Franklin believed that society's many challenges required mutual action, collaboration, and generosity. This, for Franklin, defined citizenship, in the colonies and in our young republic. Keynote Speaker and noted scholar Betsy Erkkila will give a lecture on Ben Franklin's civic vision and commitment to public service.

Thursday, January 28, 7:00-8:30 p.m.
Benjamin Franklin may have left big shoes to fill, but walking in his footsteps is easy with world traveler Bill Helmuth showing you the way. Come discover landmarks and international locations signs.

Tuesday, February 2, 7:00-8:30 p.m.
Living Historian Charles Molenda discusses the founding fathers, their motivations and political perspectives. Come and discover what made the authors of the Constitution tick!

Benjamin Franklin led the crusade for individual liberties during the birth of America. A State Representative, a member from the ACLU and political columnist Phil Kadner will offer a panel discussion addressing this topic as it is still relevant today.