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Water Babies

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Patio at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Grab a towel and bring your baby for a splashing good time. In case of bad weather, this event will be held in the Activity Room.  Birth to 24 months with a parent/caregive...

Required
Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Patio
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Grab a towel and bring your baby for a splashing good time. In case of bad weather, this event will be held in the Activity Room. 

Birth to 24 months with a parent/caregiver

Disclaimer(s)

All participants should be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

iPhone & iPad Photography

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Class, Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Learn how to take, edit and share photos with your iPhone or iPad.

Required
Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Baxter Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Class, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Learn how to take, edit and share photos with your iPhone or iPad.

Family Storytime

Family Storytime

Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Activity Room at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids
Family Storytime:

Bring the whole family to this storytime filled with stories, songs, and fun.  Birth to Age 5 with a parent/caregiver 

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

Bring the whole family to this storytime filled with stories, songs, and fun. 

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.

Monday Morning Playgroup

Monday Morning Playgroup

Monday, June 17, 2024 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

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.

Knitting Group

Monday, June 17, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Connect with fellow knitters at the Library. Whether you are a beginner or experienced knitter, this casual club is for you. Bring your latest project.

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

Connect with fellow knitters at the Library. Whether you are a beginner or experienced knitter, this casual club is for you. Bring your latest project.

LEGO Builders

LEGO Builders

Monday, June 17, 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 ...

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.

Summer Storytime

Summer Storytime

Tuesday, June 18, 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 fun family storytime. 

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 fun family storytime. 

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.

Try Your Hand at AI Art

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Class, Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Learn how to use text prompts to generate digital art with Image Creator from Microsoft Designer. Your favorite creation will be printed as a small poster available ...

Required
Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Baxter Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Class, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Learn how to use text prompts to generate digital art with Image Creator from Microsoft Designer. Your favorite creation will be printed as a small poster available for pickup after the program. 

Drama Club

Drama Club

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Class, Performance
Age Group:
Kids
Drama Club:

Bring out your inner drama queen or king and get creative with acting, improv, and theater games. Grades 1-8

Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Baxter Auditorium
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: Class, Performance

Bring out your inner drama queen or king and get creative with acting, improv, and theater games.

Grades 1-8

Stories in the Park: Arnum Park

Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Off Site
Event Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Meet us at a different Morton Grove park each week for a fun outdoor storytime. Arnum Park, 7035 Church St. Family

Offsite Event
Location: Off Site
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Meet us at a different Morton Grove park each week for a fun outdoor storytime.

Arnum Park, 7035 Church St.

Family

Disclaimer(s)

All participants should be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

Social Seniors: Trivia

Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Games & Recreation, Presentation
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Test your knowledge on iconic moments in history and pop culture. This month's theme: Television Hits!

Required
Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Baxter Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Games & Recreation, Presentation
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Test your knowledge on iconic moments in history and pop culture. This month's theme: Television Hits!

Exploring Illinois State Parks (Hybrid)

Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join traveler Celeste Brown on her ambitious quest to explore Illinois' 150 State Parks. Hear tales of wildlife encounters, navigational triumphs, and the state's natural beauty.&n...

Required
Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Baxter Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Presentation
Required
Seats Remaining: 80
Event Details:

Join traveler Celeste Brown on her ambitious quest to explore Illinois' 150 State Parks. Hear tales of wildlife encounters, navigational triumphs, and the state's natural beauty. 

Family Lawn Games

Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Front Lawn at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Games & Recreation
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join us for an evening of zany games on the Library's front lawn. Games are geared toward school-aged kids and above, though younger children are welcome to participate with a grow...

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

Join us for an evening of zany games on the Library's front lawn. Games are geared toward school-aged kids and above, though younger children are welcome to participate with a grown-up.

Disclaimer(s)

This event is subject to change based on weather.

Tiny Science

Thursday, June 20, 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: Dinosaurs. Ages 3-5 with parent/caregiver.

Required
Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Discover more about the world through stories and activities. This month's topic: Dinosaurs.

Ages 3-5 with parent/caregiver.

Disclaimer(s)

All participants should be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

Between the Lines: Good Company by Cynthia D’Aprix Sweeny

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Between the Lines is now held at two different days, either in person or on Zoom. Titles are always available on Hoopla, as well as other library ebook platforms. New members ...

Required
Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Baxter Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Books & Authors
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Between the Lines is now held at two different days, either in person or on Zoom.

Common Scams and How to Avoid Them (Hybrid)

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Agnes Lizak, from the Illinois Attorney General’s Office, will discuss how to avoid scams and state and local fraud protection resources.  To attend in-person, register bel...

Required
Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Baxter Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Presentation
Required
Seats Remaining: 80
Event Details:

Agnes Lizak, from the Illinois Attorney General’s Office, will discuss how to avoid scams and state and local fraud protection resources. 

To attend in-person, register below. 

Family Dance Party

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Activity Room at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Class
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Get up and dance to some family-friendly tunes! All Ages Accompanying adults for those under age 8

Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Type: Class
Event Details:

Get up and dance to some family-friendly tunes!

All Ages

Accompanying adults for those under age 8

Disclaimer(s)

All participants should be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

Chess Academy

Chess Academy

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Activity Room at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Class, Games & Recreation
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Learn how to play chess with chess master Chris Christmas. All skill levels welcome.  Grades 1-8

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

Learn how to play chess with chess master Chris Christmas. All skill levels welcome. 

Grades 1-8

Chair Yoga (In Person)

Friday, June 21, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Class, Health
Age Group:
Adults
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.

Required
Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Baxter Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Class, Health
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
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.

Water Babies

Friday, June 21, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Patio at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Grab a towel and bring your baby for a splashing good time. In case of bad weather, this event will be held in the Activity Room.  Birth to 24 months with a parent/caregive...

Required
Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Patio
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Grab a towel and bring your baby for a splashing good time. In case of bad weather, this event will be held in the Activity Room. 

Birth to 24 months with a parent/caregiver

Disclaimer(s)

All participants should be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

Water Babies

Friday, June 21, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Patio at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Grab a towel and bring your baby for a splashing good time. In case of bad weather, this event will be held in the Activity Room.  Birth to 24 months with a parent/caregive...

Required
Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Patio
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Grab a towel and bring your baby for a splashing good time. In case of bad weather, this event will be held in the Activity Room. 

Birth to 24 months with a parent/caregiver

Disclaimer(s)

All participants should be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

Android Photography

Friday, June 21, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Class, Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Learn how to take, edit and share photos with your Android phone or tablet.

Required
Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Baxter Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Class, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Learn how to take, edit and share photos with your Android phone or tablet.

Candy Creations

Friday, June 21, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Activity Room at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Games & Recreation, STEAM
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Hang out and build a magnificent creation that's good enough to eat! This session, we're making candy creatures. Grades 5-8  

Required
Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: Games & Recreation, STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Hang out and build a magnificent creation that's good enough to eat! This session, we're making candy creatures.

Grades 5-8

 

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.