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Crafty Saturday

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 9:30am - 4:30pm
Youth Services at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

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

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. 

Family Storytime with rainbow heart

Family Storytime

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Activity Room at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

We'll listen to stories, sing songs, and more at this fun family storytime!Birth to Age 5 with a parent/caregiver

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

We'll listen to stories, sing songs, and more at this fun family 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.

Super Smash Bros. Tournament

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Games & Recreation
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Super Mario. Pikachu. Sonic. Play as your favorite smash character on the big screen to compete for a prize. Grades 9-12

Required
Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Baxter Auditorium
Age Group: Teens
Event Type: Games & Recreation
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Super Mario. Pikachu. Sonic. Play as your favorite smash character on the big screen to compete for a prize. 

Grades 9-12

Monday Morning Playgroup

Monday Morning Playgroup

Monday, January 13, 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

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.

ESL Games and Gab (Conversation)

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Games & Recreation
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Practice your English conversation skills while playing games. 

Required
Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Baxter Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Games & Recreation
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Practice your English conversation skills while playing games. 

Board Game Night

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Games & Recreation
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
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 ...

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, January 14, 2025 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

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 Movies: Twisters

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Kate Carter, a retired tornado-chaser and meteorologist, is persuaded to return to Oklahoma to work with a new team and new technologies. Cast: Daisy Edgar-Jones, Glen Powell, Anth...

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

Kate Carter, a retired tornado-chaser and meteorologist, is persuaded to return to Oklahoma to work with a new team and new technologies. Cast: Daisy Edgar-Jones, Glen Powell, Anthony Ramos (2024, PG-13, 2 hr)

Listen Up!

Listen Up!

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 11:15am - 12:00pm
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

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.

Goofball Science Club

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 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 experimenting with pH indicators.&...

Required
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 experimenting with pH indicators. 

Grades 5-8

 

Introduction to Machine Sewing

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
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
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.

Social Seniors: Trivia

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 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: Back to the 90s!

Required
Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Baxter Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Games & Recreation, Presentation
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Test your knowledge on iconic moments in history and pop culture. This month's theme: Back to the 90s!

Toddler Time

Toddler Time

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Activity Room at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Get your little one acquainted with the library in this toddler-riffic storytime.Ages 18-36 months with a parent/caregiver.

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.

Math Brigade

Math Brigade

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Activity Room at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Discover math skills through active learning, and work as a team to build something amazing. This month, we’re investigating shapes. Grades K-2

Required
Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Discover math skills through active learning, and work as a team to build something amazing. This month, we’re investigating shapes.

Grades K-2

FAFSA Application Help

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Our local ISAC coordinator will help you create a profile and discuss best practices to fill out your application for college financial aid.

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

Our local ISAC coordinator will help you create a profile and discuss best practices to fill out your application for college financial aid.

Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime

Thursday, January 16, 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

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.

Between the Lines: Maame by Jessica George

Thursday, January 16, 2025 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: 6
Event Details:

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

Google Photo App on Android

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Learn how to organize and share your photos. 

Required
Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Baxter Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Learn how to organize and share your photos. 

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

Job Search Like a Pro: Career Change Resumes (Online)

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Online, Presentation
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Change the course of your career with Executive Resume Writer Erica Reckamp. Learn how to craft a resume that positions you as a leading candidate.

Required
Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Baxter Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Online, Presentation
Required
Seats Remaining: 99
Event Details:

Change the course of your career with Executive Resume Writer Erica Reckamp. Learn how to craft a resume that positions you as a leading candidate.

Wee Read

Wee Read

Friday, January 17, 2025 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

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.

Wee Read

Wee Read

Friday, January 17, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am
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

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, January 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Games & Recreation, Performance
Age Group:
Adults
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.

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

MGPL After Dark: Karaoke & Mocktails!

Friday, January 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Games & Recreation, Performance
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

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

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

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