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Crossings of Morton Grove Board Meeting

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Annual Homeowners meeting

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Baxter Auditorium
Purpose of Meeting

Annual Homeowners meeting

Mini Music Makers

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Activity Room at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Class
Age Group:
Kids

Feel the rhythm, hear the rhyme; it’s Mini Music Maker time!

Ages 2-5 with a parent/caregiver

Registration Required
Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: Class
Registration Required
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.

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Family Engineering Night

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

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.

April's project: Cable Cars

Registration Required
Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Baxter Auditorium
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Type: STEAM
Registration Required
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.

April's project: Cable Cars

Disclaimer(s)

All participants should be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

Wee Read

Wee Read

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Activity Room at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

Stories and songs for our littlest listeners. Please bring a tummy time mat or blanket for the baby. Older siblings welcome. 

Birth to 24 months 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 24 months with a parent/caregiver

Disclaimer(s)

All participants should be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

Chair Yoga (Online)

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Online at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Class, Health, Online
Age Group:
Adults

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). 

Registration Required
Virtual Event
Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Class, Health, Online
Registration Required
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.

Wee Read

Wee Read

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Activity Room at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

Stories and songs for our littlest listeners. Please bring a tummy time mat or blanket for the baby. Older siblings welcome. 

Birth to 24 months 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 24 months with a parent/caregiver

Disclaimer(s)

All participants should be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

MGPL After Dark: The Librarians

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:15pm
Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

In this award winning documentary, librarians across the US examine how book review policies and collection standards that restrict race-related and LGBTQIA+ content are shaping education and communities.

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

In this award winning documentary, librarians across the US examine how book review policies and collection standards that restrict race-related and LGBTQIA+ content are shaping education and communities.

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Crafting for Charity

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Create handmade knitted and crocheted crafts for local organizations. Please bring your needles and/or hooks and some acrylic or cotton yarn.

Registration Required
Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Baxter Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create handmade knitted and crocheted crafts for local organizations. Please bring your needles and/or hooks and some acrylic or cotton yarn.

Dolly Parton Imagination Library Kick-off Event

Sunday, April 26, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth Services at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Kids

Dolly Parton's Imagination Library is coming to Niles Township!

Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Youth Services
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

Dolly Parton's Imagination Library is coming to Niles Township!

Monday Morning Playgroup

Monday Morning Playgroup

Monday, April 27, 2026 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.

Poetry Creation Station

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Youth Services at Morton Grove Public Library
Age Group:
Kids

Drop in and create your own poetry to celebrate National Poetry Month! Create magnetic poetry, collage poems, and more.

Intended for grades K-8, though younger children are welcome to participate with a grown-up. 

Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Youth Services
Age Group: Kids
Event Details:

Drop in and create your own poetry to celebrate National Poetry Month! Create magnetic poetry, collage poems, and more.

Intended for grades K-8, though younger children are welcome to participate with a grown-up. 

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Readpool: Salamandre by I.N.J. Culbard (Online)

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults

Readpool is an adult graphic novel discussion group with a focus on challenging and acclaimed stories.

Registration Required
Virtual Event
Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Books & Authors
Registration Required
Event Details:

Readpool is an adult graphic novel discussion group with a focus on challenging and acclaimed stories.

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.

Listen Up!

Listen Up!

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Activity Room at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

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: Singin' in the Rain

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:45am
Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults

A silent film star falls for a chorus girl just as he and his delusionally jealous screen partner are trying to make the difficult transition to talking pictures in 1920s Hollywood.

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

A silent film star falls for a chorus girl just as he and his delusionally jealous screen partner are trying to make the difficult transition to talking pictures in 1920s Hollywood.

Listen Up!

Listen Up!

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 11:15am - 12:00pm
Activity Room at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

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.

Make & Take Playgroup

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Activity Room at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games & Recreation
Age Group:
Kids

While your child is playing with our toys, create a “busy bag.” Each busy bag contains an age-appropriate activity for your toddler or preschooler to play with on the go. All supplies provided. This month’s activity: Bunny Whiskers.

Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Recreation
Event Details:

While your child is playing with our toys, create a “busy bag.” Each busy bag contains an age-appropriate activity for your toddler or preschooler to play with on the go. All supplies provided. This month’s activity: Bunny Whiskers.

Disclaimer(s)

All participants should be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

Digital Explorers Kick Off Event

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Drop in and see how you can build your technology skills with Northstar Digital Literacy, our new online learning platform. Enjoy light refreshments and receive a free tote bag (while supplies last) when you create a free Northstar account.

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

Drop in and see how you can build your technology skills with Northstar Digital Literacy, our new online learning platform. Enjoy light refreshments and receive a free tote bag (while supplies last) when you create a free Northstar account.

Spring Preschool Concert: Sarah Jayne Lane Music

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Kids

Celebrate your child at this fun, interactive concert full of catchy original tunes and dancing. This program features a percussion accompaniment by Morton Grove resident and musician, Michael Tooles. 

Registration Required
Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Baxter Auditorium
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: Performance
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate your child at this fun, interactive concert full of catchy original tunes and dancing. This program features a percussion accompaniment by Morton Grove resident and musician, Michael Tooles. 

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.

LitLoot Middle School

All Day 5/1 - 5/14
Online at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Books & Authors, Games & Recreation
Age Group:
Kids

LitLoot is a free literary subscription box filled with a custom selected library book and other goodies. To subscribe for May's box, register between May 1 to 15.

Registration Required
Virtual Event
Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: Books & Authors, Games & Recreation
Registration Required
Event Details:

LitLoot is a free literary subscription box filled with a custom selected library book and other goodies. To subscribe for May's box, register between May 1 to 15.

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StoryWalk: Too Many Carrots

All Day 5/1 - 5/31
Front Lawn at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Kids

Head to the Library for some outdoor family fun. The pages of a book are arranged on numbered signs around the building. Take a stroll and enjoy the story at your own pace. 

Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Front Lawn
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

Head to the Library for some outdoor family fun. The pages of a book are arranged on numbered signs around the building. Take a stroll and enjoy the story at your own pace. 

Take & Make: Clay Paw Print

All Day 5/1 - 5/31
Info Desk at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Make a clay impression of your pet’s paw or claw. Each kit includes all the materials you need to create a lasting keepsake. Available at the Info Desk starting May 1 (while supplies last).

Location: Morton Grove Public Library
Room: Info Desk
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Event Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Make a clay impression of your pet’s paw or claw. Each kit includes all the materials you need to create a lasting keepsake. Available at the Info Desk starting May 1 (while supplies last).

Wee Read

Wee Read

Friday, May 1, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Activity Room at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

Stories and songs for our littlest listeners. Please bring a tummy time mat or blanket for the baby. Older siblings welcome. 

Birth to 24 months 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 24 months with a parent/caregiver

Disclaimer(s)

All participants should be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

ESL Games & Gab (Conversation)

Friday, May 1, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Baxter Auditorium at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Games & Recreation
Age Group:
Adults

Practice your English conversation skills while playing games. 

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

Practice your English conversation skills while playing games. 

Wee Read

Wee Read

Friday, May 1, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Activity Room at Morton Grove Public Library
Event Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

Stories and songs for our littlest listeners. Please bring a tummy time mat or blanket for the baby. Older siblings welcome. 

Birth to 24 months 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 24 months with a parent/caregiver

Disclaimer(s)

All participants should be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.