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LitLoot Middle School

All Day 5/1 - 5/14
Online at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Books & Authors, Games & Recreation
Age Group:
Kids

LitLoot is a free literary subscription box filled with a custom selected library book and other goodies. To subscribe to May’s box, register between May 1 and 14. We’ll contact you when boxes are ready for pickup at the end of the month.

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Virtual Event
Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: Books & Authors, Games & Recreation
Registration Required
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LitLoot is a free literary subscription box filled with a custom selected library book and other goodies. To subscribe to May’s box, register between May 1 and 14. We’ll contact you when boxes are ready for pickup at the end of the month.

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StoryWalk: Capybara is Friends with Everyone

All Day 5/1 - 5/31
Front Lawn at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Kids

Head to the Library for some outdoor family fun. The pages of a book are arranged on numbered signs around the building. Take a stroll and enjoy the story at your own pace. 

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Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Front Lawn
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

Head to the Library for some outdoor family fun. The pages of a book are arranged on numbered signs around the building. Take a stroll and enjoy the story at your own pace. 

Social Seniors: Bingo

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Games & Recreation
Age Group:
Adults

Socialize as you play this fun game. Small prizes will be awarded to those who Bingo!

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Registration Required
Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Baxter Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Games & Recreation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Socialize as you play this fun game. Small prizes will be awarded to those who Bingo!

Toddler Time

Toddler Time

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Activity Room at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

Get your little one acquainted with the library in this toddler-riffic storytime.

Ages 18-36 months with a parent/caregiver.

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Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Get your little one acquainted with the library in this toddler-riffic storytime.

Ages 18-36 months with a parent/caregiver.

Disclaimer(s)

All participants should be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

Avoiding Home Repair Scams

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Adults

Learn valuable tips and resources on how to avoid scams and safeguard your home from Attorney General Kwame Raoul’s community outreach team.

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Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Baxter Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn valuable tips and resources on how to avoid scams and safeguard your home from Attorney General Kwame Raoul’s community outreach team.

Indie Movie Night: Hundreds of Beavers

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults

In this 19th century, supernatural winter epic, a drunken applejack salesman must go from zero to hero and become North America's greatest fur trapper by defeating hundreds of beavers.  (2022, NR, 1 hr 48

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Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Baxter Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Movie
Registration Required
Event Details:

In this 19th century, supernatural winter epic, a drunken applejack salesman must go from zero to hero and become North America's greatest fur trapper by defeating hundreds of beavers.  (2022, NR, 1 hr 48

Tech Talk: Roku Devices & Streaming Services (Online) RESCHEDULED

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Online at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Class, Online, Technology
Age Group:
Adults

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.

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Registration Required
Virtual Event
Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Class, Online, Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

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.

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.

Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Activity Room at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids
Preschool Storytime:

Stories, songs, activities, and more that are perfect for the school-ready child. Ages 3-5 with a parent/caregiver

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Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: Storytime

Stories, songs, activities, and more that are perfect for the school-ready child.

Ages 3-5 with a parent/caregiver

Disclaimer(s)

All participants should be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

Family Math Games

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Activity Room at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Games & Recreation, STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Come to an evening of zany math games in the Activity Room! Games are of various skill levels to provide mathematical fun for the whole family.

All Ages

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Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Type: Games & Recreation, STEAM
Event Details:

Come to an evening of zany math games in the Activity Room! Games are of various skill levels to provide mathematical fun for the whole family.

All Ages

Disclaimer(s)

Due to the room capacity, attendance at drop-in programs is limited to 50 participants.

Get to Know Your Cook County Forest Preserves

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Adults

Discover the array of forest preserve offerings including indoor pavilions, campgrounds, nature centers, programs, special events, hidden gems, and more! Presented by Tim Mondl from the Forest Preserves of Cook County.

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Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Baxter Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discover the array of forest preserve offerings including indoor pavilions, campgrounds, nature centers, programs, special events, hidden gems, and more! Presented by Tim Mondl from the Forest Preserves of Cook County.

Board of Trustees Meeting

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Cooperman Room at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Board Meeting

The Board of Trustees meets on the second Thursday of each month. The public is welcome to attend the meetings. Learn more about the Board of Trustees.

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Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Cooperman Room
Event Type: Board Meeting
Event Details:

The Board of Trustees meets on the second Thursday of each month. The public is welcome to attend the meetings. Learn more about the Board of Trustees.

Wee Read

Wee Read

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Activity Room at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

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

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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 24 months with a parent/caregiver

Disclaimer(s)

All participants should be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

Chair Yoga (In Person)

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Class, Health
Age Group:
Adults

Practice seated poses in one of the gentlest forms of yoga available, led by certified yoga instructor Joan McGee. All experience levels welcome. Wear comfortable clothes.

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Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Baxter Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Class, Health
Registration Required
Event Details:

Practice seated poses in one of the gentlest forms of yoga available, led by certified yoga instructor Joan McGee. All experience levels welcome. Wear comfortable clothes.

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.

Wee Read

Wee Read

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Activity Room at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

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

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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.

Karaoke at MGPL!

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Games & Recreation
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for music and fun! We will provide a variety of songs to choose from. You can perform solo or in a group with your friends. Spectators are welcome.

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Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Baxter Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Games & Recreation
Event Details:

Join us for music and fun! We will provide a variety of songs to choose from. You can perform solo or in a group with your friends. Spectators are welcome.

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Crafting for Charity

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

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

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Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Baxter Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

Crafty Saturday

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 9:30am - 4:30pm
Youth Services at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids

Drop in the Youth Services Department to make a seasonal craft while supplies last. 

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Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Youth Services
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Drop in the Youth Services Department to make a seasonal craft while supplies last. 

Puzzles & Prose

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Activity Room at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Books & Authors, Games & Recreation
Age Group:
Kids

Drop in for a cozy afternoon doing jigsaw puzzles and listening to audiobooks. 

May's story: Sideways Stories from Wayside School by Louis Sachar

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Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: Books & Authors, Games & Recreation
Event Details:

Drop in for a cozy afternoon doing jigsaw puzzles and listening to audiobooks. 

May's story: Sideways Stories from Wayside School by Louis Sachar

Mathematics Circus

Sunday, May 11, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Activity Room at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
STEAM, Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

Come one, come all to a math-tacular spectacular! We'll leap into mathematics with games, stories, and creative play that add up to a circus full of fun.

Ages 3-5 with a parent/caregiver

 

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Registration Required
Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: STEAM, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come one, come all to a math-tacular spectacular! We'll leap into mathematics with games, stories, and creative play that add up to a circus full of fun.

Ages 3-5 with a parent/caregiver

 

Disclaimer(s)

All participants should be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

Monday Morning Playgroup

Monday Morning Playgroup

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Activity Room at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Games & Recreation
Age Group:
Kids
Monday Morning Playgroup:

Drop in for some open-ended play and meet new friends at our weekly playgroup. Birth to 5 with a parent/caregiver

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Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: Games & Recreation

Drop in for some open-ended play and meet new friends at our weekly playgroup.

Birth to 5 with a parent/caregiver

Disclaimer(s)

All participants should be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

Board Game Night

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Games & Recreation
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Play popular board games, including Ticket to Ride and Codenames. Participants can also bring their own board game to play. 

This program is for adults and teens (grades 9 and above)

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Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Baxter Auditorium
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Event Type: Games & Recreation
Event Details:

Play popular board games, including Ticket to Ride and Codenames. Participants can also bring their own board game to play. 

This program is for adults and teens (grades 9 and above)

Listen Up!

Listen Up!

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Activity Room at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

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

Birth to Age 5 with a parent/caregiver

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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.

Tuesday Movie: The Great Gatsby

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:30pm
Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults

A writer and wall street trader, Nick Carraway, finds himself drawn to the past and lifestyle of his mysterious millionaire neighbor, Jay Gatsby, amid the riotous parties of the Jazz Age.

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Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Baxter Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Movie
Event Details:

A writer and wall street trader, Nick Carraway, finds himself drawn to the past and lifestyle of his mysterious millionaire neighbor, Jay Gatsby, amid the riotous parties of the Jazz Age.

Listen Up!

Listen Up!

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 11:15am - 12:00pm
Activity Room at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

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

Birth to Age 5 with a parent/caregiver

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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.