Event List

Stories, songs, activities, and more that are perfect for the school-ready child. Ages 3-5 with a parent/caregiver

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 ...

Colette Copic from the Chicago Region Trees Initiative and The Morton Arboretum discusses how trees enhance our environment and well-being. Co-sponsored by Go Green Morto...

Learn how to play chess with chess master Chris Christmas. All skill levels welcome.  Grades 1-8

Grab your coziest blanket and join us for a casual throwback movie night with games, snacks, and other small activities. This month's movie: Turning R...

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

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.

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

Mindfulness and compassion facilitator Chris George provides an overview of mindfulness and strategies to be more resilient. 

Stop by for a henna design from a local artisan (while supplies last).  Grades K–5 

Explore spices from around the world in this flavorful bi-monthly event. Pick up the spice of the month and then discover the taste by making any dish of your choice. At the end of...

Read stories, share favorite books, and more at this storytime for 1000 Books Before Kindergarten participants. Learn more about 1000 Books Before Kindergarten at mgpl.org/1000book...

Certified Tai Chi instructor Erica Bough demonstrates Shibashi body movements, breathing exercises, and meditation to help reduce stress, restore balance, and increase flexibility....

Drop in for some open-ended play and meet new friends at our weekly playgroup. Birth to 5 with a parent/caregiver

Build something amazing with the Library’s massive LEGO collection. Start with one of our monthly challenges and then let your imagination guide you in a free build. Grades K-8 ...

Historian Sarah Okner, a descendant of internees, shares photos and details of daily life in an internment camp. This is an AAPI Heritage Month Reading Challenge event. 

Listen to stories, sing songs, and more at this all-ages storytime! Birth to Kindergarten with a parent/caregiver

When the host of a failing children's science show endeavors to achieve his childhood dream of becoming an astronaut by constructing a rocket ship in his garage, a series of bizarr...

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....

Bring out your inner drama queen or king and get creative with acting, improv, and theater games. Grades 1-8

Join us for a fun storytime featuring our jungle-themed DUPLO Read & Build set. Siblings are welcome but build and craft supplies are limited to registrants. Ages 2-5 with a...

Maintain and enhance your cognitive function and memory with this interactive program.

Join us for an evening of zany homemade games in the Baxter Auditorium. Some assembly required! Games are geared toward school-aged kids and above, though younger children are welc...

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