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Kids
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Virtual Event
This event is in the "Kids" group
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Location:
Morton Grove Public Library
Room:
Online
Age Group:
Kids
Event Type:
Books & Authors,
Games & Recreation
Event Details:
LitLoot is a free literary subscription box filled with a custom selected library book and other goodies. To subscribe to July’s box, register between July 1 and 14. We’ll contact you when boxes are ready for pickup at the end of the month.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
StoryWalk in the Park: Ship in a Bottle
Age Group:
Kids
Event Type:
Books & Authors
Event Details:
This summer, our StoryWalk is out and about in Morton Grove! Visit Mansfield Park to find the pages of a book arranged on numbered signs. Take a stroll and enjoy the story and the park at your own pace.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
Jul
14
2025
Mon
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.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
Jul
18
2025
Fri
Location:
Morton Grove Public Library
Room:
Patio
Age Group:
Kids
Event Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Grab a towel and bring your baby for a splashing good time. This event will be held in the Activity Room in case of bad weather. Birth to 24 months with a parent/caregiver
Disclaimer(s)
All participants should be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
Jul
15
2025
Tue
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
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jul
15
2025
Tue
Tuesday Movies: Ride the Eagle
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Location:
Morton Grove Public Library
Room:
Baxter Auditorium
Age Group:
Adults
Event Type:
Movie
Event Details:
Leif is left with a conditional inheritance when his estranged mother Honey dies. Before he can move into her picturesque Yosemite cabin, he has to complete her elaborate, and sometimes dubious, to-do list.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
Jul
16
2025
Wed
Stories in the Park: Austin Park
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Age Group:
Kids
Event Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Meet us at a different Morton Grove park weekly for a fun outdoor storytime.
Disclaimer(s)
All participants should be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jul
16
2025
Wed
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
Event Details:
Test your knowledge on iconic moments in history and pop culture. This month's theme: Chicago History!
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
Jul
16
2025
Wed
ECA Party in the Park: Austin Park
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Age Group:
Kids
Event Type:
Non-Library Sponsored Event
Event Details:
It's a bonus party! The Early Childhood Alliance will bring activities, treats, and fun as they share information about early childhood (birth to five). Austin Park 8336 Marmora Ave. Morton Grove, IL 60053 Family
Disclaimer(s)
All participants should be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
Jul
17
2025
Thu
Tots Dealing with Big Feelings
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Location:
Morton Grove Public Library
Room:
Activity Room
Age Group:
Kids
Event Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Learn how to manage feelings through stories, songs, and activities, and leave this storytime with strategies to handle overwhelming emotions.
Ages 3-5 with a parent/caregiver
This session's feeling focus: Sadness.
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
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jul
17
2025
Thu
Between the Lines: Amazing Grace Adams by Fran Littlewood
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Location:
Morton Grove Public Library
Room:
Baxter Auditorium
Age Group:
Adults
Event Type:
Books & Authors
Event Details:
Between the Lines is now held at two different days, either in person or on Zoom.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jul
18
2025
Fri
ESL Games & Gab (Conversation)
Location:
Morton Grove Public Library
Room:
Baxter Auditorium
Age Group:
Adults
Event Type:
Games & Recreation
Event Details:
Practice your English conversation skills while playing games.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
Jul
15
2025
Tue
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.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
Jul
18
2025
Fri
Location:
Morton Grove Public Library
Room:
Patio
Age Group:
Kids
Event Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Grab a towel and bring your baby for a splashing good time. This event will be held in the Activity Room in case of bad weather. Birth to 24 months with a parent/caregiver
Disclaimer(s)
All participants should be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
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12 pm |
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1 pm |
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
Jul
13
2025
Sun
Stuffed Animal Sleepover Pickup Party
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Location:
Morton Grove Public Library
Room:
Activity Room
Age Group:
Kids
Event Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Games & Recreation,
Storytime
Event Details:
Pick up your stuffed animal from their sleepover at the library and enjoy a story, songs, and a craft! Snack provided. Ages 3-5 with parent/caregiver
Disclaimer(s)
All participants should be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
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
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jul
13
2025
Sun
Introduction to Machine Sewing
2:00pm–4:30pm
Teens,
Adults
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Morton Grove Public Library
Room:
Baxter Auditorium
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Event Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Sewing expert Mike Hall will go over all the basics of setting up and using a sewing machine. Sewing machines and supplies will be provided.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jul
17
2025
Thu
Photo Editing with the Snapseed App
Location:
Morton Grove Public Library
Room:
Baxter Auditorium
Age Group:
Adults
Event Type:
Technology
Event Details:
Learn how to edit photos using the free Snapseed app. Please have the app downloaded to your phone iPhone or Android device.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
Jul
19
2025
Sat
The Frog Lady Live Animal Show
Location:
Morton Grove Public Library
Room:
Baxter Auditorium
Age Group:
Kids
Event Type:
Performance,
Presentation,
STEAM
Event Details:
“Frog Lady” Deb Krohn shows off her eclectic collection of live frogs, turtles, snakes, and lizards. Learn what makes each animal special in this hands-on, interactive educational experience.
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.
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3 pm |
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
Jul
17
2025
Thu
Location:
Morton Grove Public Library
Room:
Activity Room
Age Group:
Kids
Event Type:
Games & Recreation,
STEAM
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
Disclaimer(s)
Due to the room capacity, attendance at drop-in programs is limited to 50 participants.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
Jul
18
2025
Fri
Summer Movie: The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie
Location:
Morton Grove Public Library
Room:
Baxter Auditorium
Age Group:
Kids
Event Type:
Movie
Event Details:
Come watch family-friendly movies on the big screen. Children under 8 must be accompanied by a parent/caregiver. This week's movie: The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie (2024, PG, 1 hr 31 min)
Disclaimer(s)
While all ages are welcome, this movie is geared toward families with children. Be aware that age-appropriate behavior and noises will occur during the film.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
Jul
15
2025
Tue
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Morton Grove Public Library
Room:
Baxter Auditorium
Age Group:
Kids
Event Type:
Class,
Performance
Bring out your inner drama queen or king and get creative with acting, improv, and theater games.
Grades 1-8
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
Jul
15
2025
Tue
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Morton Grove Public Library
Room:
Front Lawn
Age Group:
Kids
Event Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
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.
Disclaimer(s)
All participants should be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
This event is subject to change based on weather.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
Jul
14
2025
Mon
Mess-terpiece Monday: Rock Painting
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Location:
Morton Grove Public Library
Room:
Front Lawn
Age Group:
Kids
Event Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Come dressed for mess to this outdoor family art program on the Library's front lawn (weather permitting). Each session features a different paint-based process to try. Grades K-8 Please register once per family/group.
Disclaimer(s)
All participants should be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
This event is subject to change based on weather.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jul
16
2025
Wed
Family Lawn Games - NOW INSIDE
6:30pm–7:30pm
Kids,
Teens,
Adults
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Morton Grove Public Library
Room:
Front Lawn
Age Group:
Kids,
Teens,
Adults
Event Type:
Games & Recreation
Event Details:
Play zany games on the Library’s front lawn Baxter Auditorium! Games are geared toward school-aged kids and above, though younger children are welcome to participate with a grown-up.
Disclaimer(s)
This event is subject to change based on weather.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jul
15
2025
Tue
Summer Reading T-Shirt Bleaching
7:30pm–8:30pm
Teens,
Adults
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Morton Grove Public Library
Room:
Parking Lot
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Event Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Spruce up your summer reading t-shirt with tie-dye bleach (weather permitting).
Disclaimer(s)
This event is subject to change based on weather.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
Jul
17
2025
Thu
Location:
Morton Grove Public Library
Room:
Activity Room
Age Group:
Kids
Event Type:
Class,
Games & Recreation
Event Details:
Learn how to play chess with chess master Chris Christmas. All skill levels welcome. Grades 1-8
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