Upcoming Events

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

April's story: The Guardian Test by Christina Soontonvat

Celebrate National Poetry Month! Drop in to the Youth Services department and create your own poetry with magnetic poetry kits and other supplies.  

The James Callen Trio will play jazz arrangements of pop rock tunes from the 60s, 70s, and 80s including songs by the Eagles, Beatles, Al Kooper, Bob Dylan, Cyndi Lauper and more. 

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

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

Birth to Age 5 with a parent/caregiver

In 1985 devoted father Bill Furlong discovers disturbing secrets kept by the local convent and uncovers shocking truths of his own. Cast: Cillian Murphy, Eileen Walsh, Emily Watson (2024, PG-13, 1 hr 30 min)

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

Birth to Age 5 with a parent/caregiver

Test your knowledge on iconic moments in history and pop culture. This month's theme: Back to the 2000s!

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

Ages 18-36 months with a parent/caregiver.

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

Liz Schild, LCSW will discuss and answer questions about her role in the Morton Grove community.

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

Grades 1-8

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

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

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 making banana pianos. 

Grades 5-8

While your child is busy playing with our toys, you create a "busy bag" (while supplies last). Each bag contains an age-appropriate activity for your toddler or preschooler to play with on the go. This month's activity: Color Matching.

Max Ciarlone from Cook County’s Department of Environment and Sustainability will explain how to properly dispose of hazardous waste, and how to make affordable, eco-friendly cleaning solutions. Supplies will be provided.