Event List

Do you have what it takes to beat the Puzzle Gauntlet? The Puzzle Master devised a series of devious challenges to test your STEAM skills and cunning to the max. Should you triumph, you will unlock the snack-a-licious treasure stash.

Between the Lines meets for online discussions via Zoom. Registered patrons will receive an email the day before the program with the meeting ID and password for joining the event. New members are warmly welcome!

Enjoy a story, tour a police car, and learn how to stay safe with Morton Grove’s Officer Friendly.

Ages 2–7 with a parent/caregiver

Maintain and enhance your cognitive function and memory with this interactive program.

Team up with your favorite grown-up for an immersive experience based on the book of the month: Honey by Sarah Weeks. Be ready for discussion, snacks, activities, and surprises. 

Investment advisor and author Terry Savage will provide a reality check on the economy, financial markets, and personal finance. Savage has no individual clients, nor does she represent any financial products or services.

Head to the Bear Family McDonald's at 6309 W. Dempster Street in Morton Grove for a fun storytime. Enjoy a free cookie with regular or chocolate milk purchase.

Ages 2-7 with a parent/caregiver

Learn to how use Roku devices to access and navigate popular streaming services such as Netfllix, Hulu, AppleTV+, and more. Roku devices are available for check out at the Library.

Learn how to manage settings, discover hidden features and more on your Android phone. Bring your device and login information.

Once a month, we turn a STEM idea into an engineering project. Projects are intended for school-aged kids and above, though younger children are welcome to participate with a grown-up.

Explore the fundamentals of extreme weather. Discover the world of storm chasing, gain knowledge of severe weather safety and preparedness, and participate in a Q&A session.

Stories and songs for our littlest listeners. Please bring a tummy time mat or blanket for the baby. Older siblings welcome. 

Birth to 24 months with a parent/caregiver

Practice seated poses in one of the gentlest forms of yoga available, led by certified yoga instructor Susan Wilkens. All experience levels welcome. Wear comfortable clothes. Please use a sturdy chair without arms (if possible). 

Stories and songs for our littlest listeners. Please bring a tummy time mat or blanket for the baby. Older siblings welcome. 

Birth to 24 months with a parent/caregiver

Share your original poems, songs, and stories on the big stage. 

Mocktails will be served. Spectators are welcome. Time slots are limited. PERFORMERS MUST REGISTER.

Create handmade knitted and crocheted crafts for local organizations. Please bring your needles and/or hooks and some acrylic or cotton yarn.

Morton Grove residents Dan Kim and Nomuunaa (Nona) Chuluunboatar Kim celebrate Korean and Mongolian cultures with songs, stories, crafts, and snacks.

Chicago-based musician Katie Norregaard performs original, heartful, and engaging music that celebrates acceptance and diversity.

Family

Celebrate National Poetry Month! Drop in to the Youth Services department and create your own poetry with magnetic poetry kits and other supplies.  

Listen to stories, sing songs, and more at this all-ages storytime!

Birth to Age 5 with a parent/caregiver