This event is in the "Kids" group. Goofball Science Club Friday, October 18, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Activity Room at Morton Grove Public Library Event Type: Games & Recreation, STEAM Age Group: Kids Event Details: Ever wish you could just do the fun parts of science experiments? Now you can! Join us for an hour of spectacular science time. This month, we're launching bottle rockets. ... Required This event is in the "Kids" group. Oct 18 2024 Fri Goofball Science Club 4:00pm - 5:00pm Kids Location: Morton Grove Public Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Kids Event Type: Games & Recreation, STEAM Required Seats Remaining: 8 Event Details: Ever wish you could just do the fun parts of science experiments? Now you can! Join us for an hour of spectacular science time. This month, we're launching bottle rockets. Be sure to dress for the weather. We're going outside!
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. MGPL After Dark: Another Murder in the Library Friday, October 18, 2024 at 6:30pm - 9:00pm Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library Event Type: Games & Recreation Age Group: Teens, Adults Event Details: There has been another murder at the Morton Grove Public Library. There are six suspects, and any of them could be the culprit. Working alone or in groups, test your... Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Oct 18 2024 Fri MGPL After Dark: Another Murder in the Library 6:30pm - 9:00pm Teens, Adults Location: Morton Grove Public Library Room: Baxter Auditorium Age Group: Teens, Adults Event Type: Games & Recreation Required Seats Remaining: 41 Event Details: There has been another murder at the Morton Grove Public Library. There are six suspects, and any of them could be the culprit. Working alone or in groups, test your sleuthing skills by using clues to catch the murderer.
This event is in the "Kids" group. Cuddle Bugs Baby Massage Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am Activity Room at Morton Grove Public Library Event Type: Class, Health Age Group: Kids Event Details: Explore the health benefits and techniques of infant massage, stretching, and aromatherapy with certified infant massage instructor, Loredana Tomasello. This class will also includ... Required This event is in the "Kids" group. Oct 19 2024 Sat Cuddle Bugs Baby Massage 10:00am - 11:00am Kids Location: Morton Grove Public Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Kids Event Type: Class, Health Required Seats Remaining: 10 Event Details: Explore the health benefits and techniques of infant massage, stretching, and aromatherapy with certified infant massage instructor, Loredana Tomasello. Disclaimer(s) All participants should be accompanied by a parent or caregiver. The Library strongly recommends that you consult with your physician before beginning any exercise program. By participating in this program, you agree that you do so at your own risk, are voluntarily participating in these activities, assume all risk of injury to yourself, and agree to release and discharge Morton Grove Public Library and the class instructor from any and all claims or causes of action, known or unknown.
This event is in the "Adults" group. The History of Coffee (and Some Other Stuff) Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library Event Type: Presentation Age Group: Adults Event Details: Coffee roaster Brian Moskalik will discuss and demonstrate brewing and tasting methods. Learn about the history of coffee, its health benefits, and its ecological impact. Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Oct 19 2024 Sat The History of Coffee (and Some Other Stuff) 10:00am - 11:00am Adults Location: Morton Grove Public Library Room: Baxter Auditorium Age Group: Adults Event Type: Presentation Required Seats Remaining: 79 Event Details: Coffee roaster Brian Moskalik will discuss and demonstrate brewing and tasting methods. Learn about the history of coffee, its health benefits, and its ecological impact.
Romanian American Chicago Choir rehearsal Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library Purpose of Meeting: Music education Oct 19 2024 Sat Romanian American Chicago Choir rehearsal 2:00pm - 3:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Morton Grove Public Library Room: Baxter Auditorium Purpose of Meeting Music education
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Introduction to Machine Sewing Sunday, October 20, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library Event Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Teens, Adults Event Details: Sewing expert Mike Hall will go over all the basics of setting up and using a sewing machine. Sewing machines and supplies will be provided. Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Oct 20 2024 Sun Introduction to Machine Sewing 2:00pm - 4:00pm Teens, Adults Location: Morton Grove Public Library Room: Baxter Auditorium Age Group: Teens, Adults Event Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Sewing expert Mike Hall will go over all the basics of setting up and using a sewing machine. Sewing machines and supplies will be provided.
This event is in the "Kids" group. Fall Preschool Concert: Little Miss Ann Monday, October 21, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library Event Type: Performance Age Group: Kids Event Details: Join award-winning singer/songwriter Little Miss Ann for a delightful interactive back-to-school concert for preschoolers and their siblings. Birth-Age 7 with a ... This event is in the "Kids" group. Oct 21 2024 Mon Fall Preschool Concert: Little Miss Ann 10:00am - 11:00am Kids Location: Morton Grove Public Library Room: Baxter Auditorium Age Group: Kids Event Type: Performance Event Details: Join award-winning singer/songwriter Little Miss Ann for a delightful interactive back-to-school concert for preschoolers and their siblings. Birth-Age 7 with a parent/caregiver Disclaimer(s) All participants should be accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Due to limited space and the popularity of this program, please do not bring strollers into the Library for this event. The Library is not responsible for unattended belongings.
This event is in the "Kids" group. LEGO Builders Monday, October 21, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Activity Room at Morton Grove Public Library Event Type: Games & Recreation, STEAM Age Group: Kids LEGO Builders: Build something amazing with the Library’s massive LEGO collection. Start with one of our monthly challenges and then let your imagination guide you in a free build. Grades K-8 ... This event is in the "Kids" group. Oct 21 2024 Mon LEGO Builders 6:30pm - 7:30pm Kids Location: Morton Grove Public Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Kids Event Type: Games & Recreation, STEAM Build something amazing with the Library’s massive LEGO collection. Start with one of our monthly challenges and then let your imagination guide you in a free build. Grades K-8 Disclaimer(s) Due to the room capacity, attendance at drop-in programs is limited to 50 participants.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Author Talk: Gardening Can Be Murder(Online/Watch Party) Monday, October 21, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library Event Type: Online Age Group: Adults Event Details: Author Marta McDowell will explore how past and present crime fiction writers have found inspiration in the sinister side of gardening. Livestream or join ... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Oct 21 2024 Mon Author Talk: Gardening Can Be Murder(Online/Watch Party) 7:00pm - 8:00pm Adults Location: Morton Grove Public Library Room: Baxter Auditorium Age Group: Adults Event Type: Online Required Seats Remaining: 80 Event Details: Author Marta McDowell will explore how past and present crime fiction writers have found inspiration in the sinister side of gardening. Livestream or join us at the Library for a Watch Party.
This event is in the "Kids" group. Listen Up! Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am Activity Room at Morton Grove Public Library Event Type: Storytime Age Group: Kids Event Details: Listen to stories, sing songs, and more at this all-ages storytime! Birth to Age 5 with a parent/caregiver This event is in the "Kids" group. Oct 22 2024 Tue Listen Up! 10:00am - 10:45am Kids Location: Morton Grove Public Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Kids Event Type: Storytime Event Details: Listen to stories, sing songs, and more at this all-ages storytime! Birth to Age 5 with a parent/caregiver Disclaimer(s) All participants should be accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Due to the room capacity, attendance at drop-in programs is limited to 50 participants.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Tuesday Movies: The Persian Version Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:45am Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library Event Type: Movie Age Group: Adults Event Details: When a large Iranian-American family gathers, a family secret is uncovered that catapults the estranged mother and daughter into an exploration of the past, and to discover they ar... This event is in the "Adults" group. Oct 22 2024 Tue Tuesday Movies: The Persian Version 10:00am - 11:45am Adults Location: Morton Grove Public Library Room: Baxter Auditorium Age Group: Adults Event Type: Movie Event Details: When a large Iranian-American family gathers, a family secret is uncovered that catapults the estranged mother and daughter into an exploration of the past, and to discover they are more alike than they know.
This event is in the "Kids" group. Diary of a Wimpy Kid Book Release Party Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library Event Type: Books & Authors, Games & Recreation Age Group: Kids Event Details: Celebrate the release of Jeff Kinney’s NINETEENTH Wimpy Kid book, Hot Mess. Compete in silly challenges, play wacky games, and win wimpy prizes. Five lucky kids will win a cop... This event is in the "Kids" group. Oct 22 2024 Tue Diary of a Wimpy Kid Book Release Party 6:30pm - 7:30pm Kids Location: Morton Grove Public Library Room: Baxter Auditorium Age Group: Kids Event Type: Books & Authors, Games & Recreation Event Details: Celebrate the release of Jeff Kinney’s NINETEENTH Wimpy Kid book, Hot Mess. Compete in silly challenges, play wacky games, and win wimpy prizes. Five lucky kids will win a copy of the book!
This event is in the "Adults" group. Between the Lines: When No One Is Watching by Alyssa Cole (Online) Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Online at Morton Grove Public Library Event Type: Books & Authors Age Group: Adults Event Details: 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.... Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group. Oct 22 2024 Tue Between the Lines: When No One Is Watching by Alyssa Cole (Online) 7:00pm - 8:00pm Adults Location: Morton Grove Public Library Room: Online Age Group: Adults Event Type: Books & Authors Required Seats Remaining: 20 Event Details: 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! Disclaimer(s) This event will be held using free Zoom software on your internet-connected device (computer, smartphone, or tablet). Registrants will receive an email the day before the event with instructions on how to join. See our Privacy Policy for library info on using third-party software.
This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Raise Your Voice with Jason Reynolds (Online) Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Online at Morton Grove Public Library Event Type: Online Age Group: Kids, Teens Event Details: Welcome Jason Reynolds, #1 New York Times bestselling author, advocate, mentor, and 2020-2022 National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature. Register here This event is ... Virtual Event This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Oct 22 2024 Tue Raise Your Voice with Jason Reynolds (Online) 7:00pm - 8:00pm Kids, Teens Location: Morton Grove Public Library Room: Online Age Group: Kids, Teens Event Type: Online Event Details: Welcome Jason Reynolds, #1 New York Times bestselling author, advocate, mentor, and 2020-2022 National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature. Register here Disclaimer(s) This event will be held using free Zoom software on your internet-connected device (computer, smartphone, or tablet). Registrants will receive an email the day before the event with instructions on how to join. See our Privacy Policy for library info on using third-party software.
This event is in the "Kids" group. Mini Music Makers Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am Activity Room at Morton Grove Public Library Event Type: Class Age Group: Kids Event Details: Feel the rhythm, hear the rhyme; it’s Mini Music Maker time! Ages 2-5 with a parent/caregiver Required This event is in the "Kids" group. Oct 23 2024 Wed Mini Music Makers 10:00am - 10:45am Kids Location: Morton Grove Public Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Kids Event Type: Class Required Seats Remaining: 5 Event Details: Feel the rhythm, hear the rhyme; it’s Mini Music Maker time! Ages 2-5 with a parent/caregiver Disclaimer(s) All participants should be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Social Seniors: Wits Workout Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library Event Type: Games & Recreation Age Group: Adults Event Details: Maintain and enhance your cognitive function and memory with this interactive program. Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Oct 23 2024 Wed Social Seniors: Wits Workout 10:00am - 11:00am Adults Location: Morton Grove Public Library Room: Baxter Auditorium Age Group: Adults Event Type: Games & Recreation Required Seats Remaining: 2 Event Details: Maintain and enhance your cognitive function and memory with this interactive program.
This event is in the "Kids" group. Mini Masterpieces Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Activity Room at Morton Grove Public Library Event Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Kids Event Details: Create like the great artists! We will look at the artwork of well-known artists and then use them as inspiration to create our own masterpieces. This session's artist: Helen... Required This event is in the "Kids" group. Oct 23 2024 Wed Mini Masterpieces 4:30pm - 5:30pm Kids Location: Morton Grove Public Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Kids Event Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 5 Event Details: Create like the great artists! We will look at the artwork of well-known artists and then use them as inspiration to create our own masterpieces. This session's artist: Helen Frankenthaler. Grades 1–5
This event is in the "Adults" group. Building Your Death Binder (Online) Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Online at Morton Grove Public Library Event Type: Online, Presentation Age Group: Adults Event Details: Laura Otolski, INELDA end-of-life doula, will guide you in creating a “Death Binder,” a place to keep necessary information and documents, which helps families when facing difficul... Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group. Oct 23 2024 Wed Building Your Death Binder (Online) 7:00pm - 8:00pm Adults Location: Morton Grove Public Library Room: Online Age Group: Adults Event Type: Online, Presentation Required Seats Remaining: 92 Event Details: Laura Otolski, INELDA end-of-life doula, will guide you in creating a “Death Binder,” a place to keep necessary information and documents, which helps families when facing difficult medical decisions or death. Disclaimer(s) This event will be held using free Zoom software on your internet-connected device (computer, smartphone, or tablet). Registrants will receive an email the day before the event with instructions on how to join. See our Privacy Policy for library info on using third-party software.
This event is in the "Kids" group. Tiny Science Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am Activity Room at Morton Grove Public Library Event Type: STEAM Age Group: Kids Event Details: Discover more about the world through stories and activities. This month's topic: Spiders. Ages 3-5 with parent or caregiver. Required This event is in the "Kids" group. Oct 24 2024 Thu Tiny Science 10:00am - 10:45am Kids Location: Morton Grove Public Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Kids Event Type: STEAM Required Seats Remaining: 9 Event Details: Discover more about the world through stories and activities. This month's topic: Spiders. Ages 3-5 with parent or caregiver. Disclaimer(s) All participants should be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Apple Device Drop-in Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library Event Type: Class, Technology Age Group: Adults Event Details: Come with questions about your device and share tips with others. This event is in the "Adults" group. Oct 24 2024 Thu Apple Device Drop-in 2:00pm - 3:00pm Adults Location: Morton Grove Public Library Room: Baxter Auditorium Age Group: Adults Event Type: Class, Technology Event Details: Come with questions about your device and share tips with others.
This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Family Engineering Night Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library Event Type: STEAM Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults Event Details: 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 ... Required This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Oct 24 2024 Thu Family Engineering Night 7:00pm - 8:00pm Kids, Teens, Adults Location: Morton Grove Public Library Room: Baxter Auditorium Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults Event Type: STEAM Required Seats Remaining: 8 Event Details: 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. Disclaimer(s) All participants should be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
This event is in the "Kids" group. Wee Read Friday, October 25, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:15am Activity Room at Morton Grove Public Library Event Type: Storytime Age Group: Kids Event Details: Stories and songs for our littlest listeners. Please bring a tummy time mat or blanket for the baby. Older siblings welcome. Birth to Age 2 with a parent/caregiver This event is in the "Kids" group. Oct 25 2024 Fri Wee Read 9:30am - 10:15am Kids Location: Morton Grove Public Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Kids Event Type: Storytime Event Details: Stories and songs for our littlest listeners. Please bring a tummy time mat or blanket for the baby. Older siblings welcome. Birth to Age 2 with a parent/caregiver Disclaimer(s) All participants should be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Chair Yoga (Online) Friday, October 25, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:30am Online at Morton Grove Public Library Event Type: Class, Health, Online Age Group: Adults Event Details: 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. Pleas... Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group. Oct 25 2024 Fri Chair Yoga (Online) 9:30am - 10:30am Adults Location: Morton Grove Public Library Room: Online Age Group: Adults Event Type: Class, Health, Online Required Seats Remaining: 97 Event Details: 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). Disclaimer(s) The Library strongly recommends that you consult with your physician before beginning any exercise program. By participating in this program, you agree that you do so at your own risk, are voluntarily participating in these activities, assume all risk of injury to yourself, and agree to release and discharge Morton Grove Public Library and the class instructor from any and all claims or causes of action, known or unknown.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Illinois Secretary of State Mobile Drivers Express Unit Friday, October 25, 2024 at 10:00am - 2:00pm Cooperman Room at Morton Grove Public Library Age Group: Adults Event Details: The Secretary of State’s Mobile Express Unit is coming to provide limited services at the library. Call the library at 847-965-4220 Ext 1 to make an appointment. Visit ilsos.gov fo... This event is in the "Adults" group. Oct 25 2024 Fri Illinois Secretary of State Mobile Drivers Express Unit 10:00am - 2:00pm Adults Location: Morton Grove Public Library Room: Cooperman Room Age Group: Adults Event Details: The Secretary of State’s Mobile Express Unit is coming to provide limited services at the library. Call the library at 847-965-4220 Ext 1 to make an appointment. Visit ilsos.gov for fees and required documentation.