Week Calendar

Name: Winter Reading Challenge
Start: 2024-12-15
End: 2025-01-31
Location: Morton Grove Public Library

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Time	Sun (12/15)	Mon (12/16)	Tue (12/17)	Wed (12/18)	Thu (12/19)	Fri (12/20)	Sat (12/21)
All Day	This event is in the "Teens" group. LitLoot All Day 12/1 - 12/16 Teens Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Location: Morton Grove Public Library Room: Online Age Group: Teens Event Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Authors, Games & Recreation Required Seats Remaining: 2 Event Details: LitLoot is a free literary subscription box filled with a custom selected library book and other free goodies! We’ll contact you when your box is ready for pickup at the end of the month.					This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Virtual Screening: Little Women: The Musical (Online) All Day 12/20 - 12/22 Kids, Teens, Adults Virtual Event This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Location: Morton Grove Public Library Room: Online Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults Event Type: Online Event Details: Watch the 2022 recording of the London Park Theatre premiere of Little Women: The Musical. This adaptation of Louisa May Alcott’s classic novel is a must-see for audiences of all ages.
	This event is in the "Kids" group. Winter Reading Challenge All Day 12/15 - 1/31 Kids This event is in the "Kids" group. Location: Morton Grove Public Library Room: Youth Services Age Group: Kids Event Type: Books & Authors Event Details: Read and earn prizes this winter. Stop by the Youth Services Desk starting December 15th to register, pick up your log, and start reading. Birth to Grade 8
9 am		This event is in the "Kids" group. Monday Morning Playgroup 9:30am - 11:00am Kids This event is in the "Kids" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.				This event is in the "Kids" group. Wee Read 9:30am - 10:15am Kids This event is in the "Kids" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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. This event is in the "Adults" group. Chair Yoga (In Person) 9:30am - 10:30am Adults Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Location: Morton Grove Public Library Room: Baxter Auditorium Age Group: Adults Event Type: Class, Health Required Seats Remaining: 27 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.	This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. The Magician's Folly: An Interactive Story Experience 12/21/2024 @ 9:00am - 01/05/2025 @ 5:00pm Kids, Teens, Adults This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Location: Morton Grove Public Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults Event Details: Stage magician Gary Whodini could never catch a break. Instead of stardom, he was staring down a lifetime doing party tricks for 9-year-olds. However, there was a touch of real magic in the Whodini family.
10 am		This event is in the "Adults" group. ESL Games and Gab (Conversation) 10:00am - 11:00am Adults Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.	This event is in the "Kids" group. Listen Up! 10:00am - 10:45am Kids This event is in the "Kids" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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. This event is in the "Adults" group. Tuesday Movies: Summer of Soul 10:00am - 12:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Location: Morton Grove Public Library Room: Baxter Auditorium Age Group: Adults Event Type: Movie Event Details: Documentary about the legendary 1969 Harlem Cultural Festival which celebrated African-American music and culture and promoted Black pride and unity. Cast: Lin-Manuel Miranda, Chris Rock, Stevie Wonder, Nina Simone (2021, PG-13, 2 hr)	This event is in the "Adults" group. Social Seniors: Trivia 10:00am - 11:00am Adults Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Location: Morton Grove Public Library Room: Baxter Auditorium Age Group: Adults Event Type: Games & Recreation, Presentation Required Seats Remaining: 11 Event Details: Test your knowledge on iconic moments in history and pop culture. This month's theme: Hit Holiday Movies! This event is in the "Kids" group. Toddler Time 10:00am - 11:00am Kids This event is in the "Kids" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.	This event is in the "Kids" group. Preschool Storytime 10:00am - 10:45am Kids This event is in the "Kids" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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. This event is in the "Adults" group. Between the Lines: Favorite Books of 2024 10:00am - 11:00am Adults Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Location: Morton Grove Public Library Room: Baxter Auditorium Age Group: Adults Event Type: Books & Authors Required Seats Remaining: 7 Event Details: Between the Lines is now held at two different days, either in person or on Zoom. Rather than read and discuss a specific book, come prepared to talk about your favorite book (or books) you read from 2024.
11 am			This event is in the "Kids" group. Listen Up! 11:15am - 12:00pm Kids This event is in the "Kids" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.			This event is in the "Kids" group. Wee Read 11:00am - 11:45am Kids This event is in the "Kids" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.
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6 pm		This event is in the "Kids" group. LEGO Builders 6:30pm - 7:30pm Kids This event is in the "Kids" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Location: Morton Grove Public Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Kids Event Type: Games & Recreation, STEAM Event Details: Build something amazing with the Library’s massive LEGO collection. Start with one of our monthly challenges, let your imagination guide you in a free build, or both! Grades K-8 Disclaimer(s) Due to the room capacity, attendance at drop-in programs is limited to 50 participants.	This event is in the "Teens" group. Finals Exam Cram 6:00pm - 10:00pm Teens This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Location: Morton Grove Public Library Room: Baxter Auditorium Age Group: Teens Event Details: The library will stay open late for students in grade 9-12. There will be extra group study spaces and quiet study spaces available. Pizza, snacks, and beverages will be served. Grades 9-12 Disclaimer(s) We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.	This event is in the "Teens" group. Finals Exam Cram 6:00pm - 10:00pm Teens This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Location: Morton Grove Public Library Room: Baxter Auditorium Age Group: Teens Event Details: The library will stay open late for students in grade 9-12. There will be extra group study spaces and quiet study spaces available. Pizza, snacks, and beverages will be served. Grades 9-12 Disclaimer(s) We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
7 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group. Readpool: Almost American Girl by Robin Ha (Online) 7:00pm - 8:00pm Adults Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Location: Morton Grove Public Library Room: Online Age Group: Adults Event Type: Books & Authors Required Seats Remaining: Unlimited Event Details: Readpool is an adult graphic novel discussion group with a focus on challenging and acclaimed stories. Book Synopsis: Harvey Award Nominee, Best Children or Young Adult Book 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.	This event is in the "Adults" group. Between the Lines: Favorite Books of 2024 (online) 7:00pm - 8:00pm Adults Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Location: Morton Grove Public Library Room: Online Age Group: Adults Event Type: Books & Authors Required Seats Remaining: 13 Event Details: Between the Lines meets for online discussions via Zoom. Registered patrons will receive an email the day before the program with the meeting ID and password for joining the event. New members are warmly welcome! 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.		This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Family Engineering Night 7:00pm - 8:00pm Kids, Teens, Adults Required This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Location: Morton Grove Public Library Room: Baxter Auditorium Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults Event Type: STEAM Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Once a month, we turn a STEM idea into an engineering project. Projects are intended for school-aged kids and above, though younger children are welcome to participate with a grown-up. Disclaimer(s) All participants should be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

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