Library Events & Programs

Looking for your next great read? Look no further! MPL is launching a "book subscription" service. Ages: Adult (18 yrs and up). Registration required.How it works:1. Sign up for The Book Bag by registering here. Registration is open for one week at the beginning of each month, January thru...read more

It’s a brand new year! Do you still remember these things from 2019? Fill out a trivia page, fold it up, and drop it in the box to enter our drawing for a prize, January 2-15. Grades: 7-12. Available in teen area any time the library is open.

Time to flex your creative muscles! Drop-in to the Hauter Room for a chance to create whatever you want with (almost) every craft supply you can think of. Smocks are available, but please come dressed for a mess. All Ages.

It’s a high energy dance party for kids! We get them moving with heart-pumping cardio, strength moves, fitness games and new music mixes. Your children will get an outlet for their energy, a boost of confidence and an awesome workout for their bodies. You’ll know they’re building t...read more

Join us for learning fun with finger plays, rhymes, shakers, and songs! Ages: 0-5 years old.

Join us for learning fun with finger plays, rhymes, shakers, and songs! Ages: 0-5 years old.

Join Communication Junction for rhymes, stories, bubbles and learn basic American Sign Language. Ages: 0-5 years old.

Children will explore the possibilities of building with LEGOs in a small group setting. They will learn to present their ideas to the group and enjoy positive feedback and encouragement. Grades: 1-6. Lego Club mets twice a month.

Due to intructor injury, this class has been cancelled. We're sorry for any inconvenience.Perfect for our younger Zumba® fans! Kids 4-7 years old get the chance to socialize with friends and jam out to their favorite music. Zumba® Kids, Jr classes are rockin', high-energy dance parti...read more

Come play with color in this six week class. Ages 3-5. When you register, you are registering for all 6 sessions. Ages: 3-5. Registration required. Register once for all six sessions: Jan. 8, 15, 22, 29, and Feb. 5, 12.

Use markers or colored pencils to fill in intricate coloring pages while enjoying snacks and conversation. All supplies and snacks will be provided. Grades: 5-8. Registration required. Registration for Library programs begins on the first day of the previous month that the program is held.

We are pleased to welcome Plank Pilates Studio for this 50-minute yoga session. Yoga can decrease stress, increase flexibility, muscle strength and tone, and improve respiration, energy and vitality. Bring your own mat and a bottle of water. Ages: Adult. Registration required.

You won’t want to miss Jazzercise as a part of the Get Fit Series at the Morton Library! Routines are choreographed to hit songs that change up all year long. Jazzercise is the original dance party workout. Blending dance with Pilates, yoga, kickboxing and strength training, one 55-minute sess...read more

You don't have to sit still for this storytime! Wiggles & Giggles is an active storytime designed for new walkers, movers, and shakers to learn new songs and fun stories. Ages: 1-2.

With older versions of Windows going obsolete, it's a good idea to familiarize yourself with Windows 10. Learn the basics of this interface including navigation and file storage. Attendees should feel comfortable using a keyboard and mouse. Meet at the Library's public computers. Ages: Adult...read more

Enjoy time with your baby, listen to stories, and learn simple songs and rhymes. Ages: 0-18 months.

Zumba takes the "work" out of workout, by mixing low-intensity and high-intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie-burning dance fitness party. Once the Latin and World rhythms take over, you'll see why Zumba® Fitness classes are often called exercise in disguise. Super effecti...read more

A Book Club for grades 4-6 and meets once a month for a book discussion, activities, and snacks. Snacks and drinks are provided. Grades: 4-6.  Books are available at the checkout desk. Book Selections: January - Not if I Can Help It by Carolyn Mackler; February - The 100 Year Old Secr...read more

Are you a Harry Potter fan? Or is Star Wars your favorite? Maybe it’s something else. Come to the Teen area January 16-31 and vote for your favorite. Grades: 7-12. Available in teen area any time the library is open.

Have you ever tried eating Jello with chopsticks? How about typing the alphabet backwards on an iPad? Come find out if you have what it takes to break a world record. Grades: 4-6. Registration required.

Join Communication Junction for rhymes, stories, bubbles and learn basic American Sign Language. Ages: 0-5 years old. 

It might be cold outside, but we'll be inside playing games, making a craft, and pretending we're at the beach. Tropical clothes welcome. Grades: K-3. Registration required. 

Children will explore the possibilities of building with LEGOs in a small group setting. They will learn to present their ideas to the group and enjoy positive feedback and encouragement. Grades: 1-6. Lego Club mets twice a month.

Presented by Farrell’s Extreme Body Shaping, Plyometric, or “jump training,” can help improve athletic performance, endurance, and will definitely make you sweat. By combining strength and power training moves, this workout will help you burn fat, build strength, and leave you feel...read more

Architectural Design presented by Sue Rose. Participants learned how to draw to “scale” and designed their dream bedroom using scaled furniture. Building code specifications were covered and participants looked at house plans, received an architecture ruler, and learned wh...read more

Join us for book discussion and local food! Pick up a copy of the current month's selection at the Checkout Desk. Request to join our Facebook group! Ages: Adult.Book selections: January 21 @ Seasons: Defending Jacob by William Landay; February 18 @ Unum: State of Wonder by Ann Patchett; March 1...read more

Are in a book club or looking to start one? Find out how the Library can help and what resources are available for book groups! Hear book talks of our favorite discussion-worthy titles and share any of your favorites! Ages: Adult. Registration required.

Presented by Gold’s Gym, come join us for a yoga session that will build your flexibility and strength, and leave you feeling centered and calm. Bring your own mat and a bottle of water. Ages: Adult. Registration required.

You don't have to sit still for this storytime! Wiggles & Giggles is an active storytime designed for new walkers, movers, and shakers to learn new songs and fun stories. Ages: 1-2.

As a part of our Get Fit at the Morton Public Library Series, you are not going to want to miss POUND! POUND® is the world’s first cardio jam session inspired by the infectious, energizing and sweat-dripping fun of playing the drums. You will be using a set of drumsticks called "rip s...read more

Enjoy time with your baby, listen to stories, and learn simple songs and rhymes. Ages: 0-18 months.

Presented by Gold’s Gym, you won’t want to miss Tone! Toning improves posture, strength, and mental health. Feel great while working on muscle strength and toning! Dress for movement and bring a bottle of water. Get ready to feel powerful! Ages: Adult. Registration required.

It’s a high energy dance party for kids! We get them moving with heart-pumping cardio, strength moves, fitness games and new music mixes. Your children will get an outlet for their energy, a boost of confidence and an awesome workout for their bodies. You’ll know they’re building t...read more