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Chess Academy

Chess Academy

Thursday, January 16, 2025 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

Drama Club

Drama Club

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 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

Required
Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Baxter Auditorium
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: Class, Performance
Required
Seats Remaining: 9

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

Grades 1-8

Worldwide Storytime: Lunar New Year Celebration

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Activity Room at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Class, Storytime
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Language Labs introduces Chinese language and culture through stories, songs, and activities that celebrate the Lunar New Year.Ages 3-7

Required
Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: Class, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 21
Event Details:

Language Labs introduces Chinese language and culture through stories, songs, and activities that celebrate the Lunar New Year.

Ages 3-7

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.

Introduction to Google Docs and Drive

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Class, Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Learn how to create and edit documents that you can store and share in the cloud and access anywhere via the internet. Please bring your Gmail/Google account login information.

Required
Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Baxter Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Class, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Learn how to create and edit documents that you can store and share in the cloud and access anywhere via the internet. Please bring your Gmail/Google account login information.

Chair Yoga (Online)

Friday, January 24, 2025 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
Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Class, Health, Online
Required
Seats Remaining: 73
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)

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.

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.

Sound It Out to the Pup

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Activity Room at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Class
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Trained therapy dog patiently listens to your child as they Sound out words from a word list or book of their choice. Participants do not need to read independently and will each g...

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

Trained therapy dog patiently listens to your child as they Sound out words from a word list or book of their choice. Participants do not need to read independently and will each get a 15-minute session.

Mini Music Makers

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 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
Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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.

Chair Yoga (In Person)

Friday, February 14, 2025 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.

Drama Club

Drama Club

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 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

Required
Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Baxter Auditorium
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: Class, Performance
Required
Seats Remaining: 20

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

Grades 1-8

Cooking Presentation: I'm More Than You Think I Am!

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Class, Presentation
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a cooking demonstration with samples featuring chef and local food company owner Tony Cannon. Chef Cannon will inspire you with his gift of creating exquisite flavor co...

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

Join us for a cooking demonstration with samples featuring chef and local food company owner Tony Cannon.

Chess Academy

Chess Academy

Thursday, February 20, 2025 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

Mini Music Makers

Wednesday, February 26, 2025 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
Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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.

Tech Talk: Wireless Printing (Online)

Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Online at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Class, Online, Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Learn how to wirelessly submit print jobs to the library from your smartphone or computer. 

Required
Virtual Event
Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Class, Online, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Learn how to wirelessly submit print jobs to the library from your smartphone or computer. 

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.

Chair Yoga (Online)

Friday, February 28, 2025 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
Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Class, Health, Online
Required
Seats Remaining: 100
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)

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.

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.

Cuddle Bugs Baby Massage

Saturday, March 1, 2025 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
Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: Class, Health
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
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.

Read to a Rainbow Dog

Tuesday, March 11, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Activity Room at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Class
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Trained therapy dogs patiently listen to your child as they read from a book of their choice. Participants should be able to read independently for their full 15-minute session. To...

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

Trained therapy dogs patiently listen to your child as they read from a book of their choice. Participants should be able to read independently for their full 15-minute session.

Chair Yoga (In Person)

Friday, March 14, 2025 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.

Drama Club

Drama Club

Tuesday, March 18, 2025 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

Required
Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Baxter Auditorium
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: Class, Performance
Required
Seats Remaining: 20

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

Grades 1-8

Chess Academy

Chess Academy

Thursday, March 20, 2025 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 Qigong and Sound

Friday, March 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Class, Health
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join certified instructor Gail Morales for a beginner-friendly workshop combining chair-based qigong, deep breathing, and soothing sounds from crystal bowls, chimes, and gongs. Thi...

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

Join certified instructor Gail Morales for a beginner-friendly workshop combining chair-based qigong, deep breathing, and soothing sounds from crystal bowls, chimes, and gongs.

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.

Tech Talk: AI Voice Cloning (Online)

Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Online at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Class, Online, Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Learn about the (sometimes scary) capabilities of AI voice cloning technology.

Required
Virtual Event
Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Class, Online, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Learn about the (sometimes scary) capabilities of AI voice cloning technology.

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.

Chair Yoga (Online)

Friday, March 28, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Online 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 Susan Wilkens. All experience levels welcome. Wear comfortable clothes. Pleas...

Required
Virtual Event
Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Class, Health
Required
Seats Remaining: 100
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)

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.

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.