Week Calendar

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). 

Bring your baby and a towel for a splashing good time on the patio. In case of bad weather, this program will move indoors to the Activity Room.

Birth to 24 Months with a parent/caregiver

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

Birth-5 years old with a parent/caregiver

Listen to stories, sing songs, and more our library staff brings storytime outside to the library lawn!

Birth to age 5 with a parent/caregiver

Otto is a grump who's given up on life following the loss of his wife and wants to end it all. When a young family moves in nearby, he meets his match in quick-witted Marisol, leading to a friendship that will turn his world around.

In this virtual version of Name That Tune, participants listen (over the phone or via Zoom) to snippets of music then guess the name of the song. 

Tap into your inner creativity with a fun and easy craft project. This month: Wood Burning Craft

After you earn your Summer Reading shirt, bring it to the Library for some tie-dye fun! Only official Summer Reading shirts will be tie-dyed.

Be part of the story with this interactive drama storytime! We’ll make simple props and costumes, then act out the story to create a storytime performance. 

Wiggle, jiggle, and jump around to some of our favorite children's tunes. Scarves, shakers, and other musical instruments provided.

Ages 2–5 with a parent/caregiver 

Bring your baby and a towel for a splashing good time on the patio. In case of bad weather, this program will move indoors to the Activity Room.

Birth to 24 Months with a parent/caregiver

Stop by the Activity Room for hands-on fun with science, technology, engineering, art, or math. You may join in at any time during the session but plan at least half an hour to build and explore.

The Library and Advocate Health team up for a presentation on how to find trustworthy and accurate health information. In partnership with Advocate Health.

Stop in the Library each week for a different family-friendly movie. Children under 8 must be accompanied by a parent/caregiver.

This week's film: Turning Red (2022, PG, 1 hr 40 min)

Instructor Joy North will help you explore your creativity using simple materials and focusing on the joy of the creative process and the tactile experience of making art inspired by the natural world.

Play Nintendo Switch games with your friends at the Library!

Grades 3-6

Stop by the Activity Room for hands-on fun with science, technology, engineering, art, or math. You may join in at any time during the session but plan at least half an hour to build and explore.

Play Nintendo Switch games with your friends at the Library!

Grades 6-8

Illusionist Rebecca Spectre will thrill the entire family with her sleight of hand in this brilliant show. 

All Ages

Learn the basics of Cricut for your crafting needs. This month's project: Woodburning Craft 

Come dressed for mess to this outdoor family art program on the front lawn! Projects are intended for school-aged kids and above, though younger children are welcome to participate with a grown-up.

Forest Bathing is a research-based framework for healing and wellness through immersion in natural environments. Join us at Linne Woods for a relaxing, mindful evening with Sarah Abu-Absi (weather permitting). 

Join us for an entertaining evening featuring astounding magic of Mister Danny.

Trained therapy dogs patiently listen to your child as they read from a book of their choice. To register for a 15-minute session, visit the Youth Services Desk or call 847-965-4220 x2.

LitLounge is meeting on Zoom. Registration can be found here; contact Nate Miller (nmiller@mgpl.org) for 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.