Library Events & Programs

Join us for upcoming events and programs at Morton Public Library! All events are free and open to the public. Registration required where noted. Choose an age group in the drop down box below to narrow your search.

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Roaming Readers
8:15 - 9:00 am
 Roaming Readers
Thursday, May 2, 8:15 - 9:00 amRoaming Readers
at Morton Public Library
Are you a reader ready for some exercise? Let's get off the couch and walk while chatting about all kinds of reading related topics! Strollers are welcome; meet outside the Library's entrance. We'll meet the 1st and 3rd Thursday thru August. (no July 4) Ages: Adults. Register ...read more
Mom’s Knight Out
6:00 - 7:00 pm
 Mom’s Knight Out
Thursday, May 2, 6:00 - 7:00 pmMom’s Knight O
Reuling Room
Calling all royal knights and heroes! Are you ready for a night out with mom or grandma? This mother/son evening is a great chance to build and adventure with your young hero. Head over to the library for castle building, hero story time, royal challenges, and a chance to make the Queen (mom!) a jew...read more

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Lego Club
3:15 pm
 Lego Club
Monday, May 6, 3:15 pmLego Club
Hauter Room
Children will share their building skills in a small group setting. A sample project is presented, however, participants are encouraged to use their own creativity. Meets the first & third Mondays of the month. Grades: 1-6
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eRead Your Beach Read
10:00 - 11:00 am
 eRead Your Beach Read
Wednesday, May 8, 10:00 - 11:00 ameRead Your Beach Rea
Reuling Room
Save space in your luggage on summer vacations by reading on your device! We'll talk about the 3 apps you have access to for FREE with your Morton Library card that allow you to download eBooks & audiobooks. Bring your device to follow along. Ages: Adult. Registration required.

Color by Design
3:30 - 4:30 pm
 Color by Design
Wednesday, May 8, 3:30 - 4:30 pmColor by Design
at Morton Public Library
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.

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Baby Bounce
11:00 am - 11:30 am
 Baby Bounce
Thursday, May 9, 11:00 am - 11:30 amBaby Bounce
Hauter Room
Meet other parents and enjoy a sweet storytime with your baby! We will read simple stories and introduce rhymes and songs to baby. This is a lap-sit storytime for pre-walkers. Ages: 0-18 months
Instant Pot Party Foods
5:30 - 6:30 pm
 Instant Pot Party Foods
Thursday, May 9, 5:30 - 6:30 pmInstant Pot Party Fo
Reuling Room
Learn how to make some quick and easy appetizers to serve to guests this summer, or to take along with you to a party! Live demonstration and taste testing included! Ages: Adult. Registration required.

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Wiggles & Giggles
10:15 - 10:45 am
 Wiggles & Giggles
Monday, May 13, 10:15 - 10:45 amWiggles & Giggles
Hauter Room
Is baby on the move? You don't have to sit still for this storytime! This is an active storytime designed for new walkers, movers, and shakers to learn new songs and fun stories. Ages: 12-24 months
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Ready, Set, Grow!
3:30 - 4:15 pm
 Ready, Set, Grow!
Tuesday, May 14, 3:30 - 4:15 pmReady, Set, Grow!
Hannah's Reading Garden
Learn about the life cycle of different plants and what they need to grow, then help us plant our Library herb pots! Grades: K-3. Registration required.

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A.A.R.P. Driver Safety Course
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
 A.A.R.P. Driver Safety Course
Wednesday & Thursday, May 15 & 16A.A.R.P. Driver Safe
at Morton Public Library
In this 2-day course, (May 15 & 16, 9:00am-1:00pm) learn the current rules of the road, defensive driving techniques and how to operate your vehicle more safely in today's increasingly challenging driving environment. For drivers age 50 and older.  Must have a valid driver's license...read more

Chapter Chatters Book Club
3:30 - 4:30 pm
 Chapter Chatters Book Club
Wednesday, May 15, 3:30 - 4:30 pmChapter Chatters Boo
at Morton Public Library
This is a Book Club for ages 9-12 and meets the third Wednesday of the month for a book discussion, activities, and snacks. Snacks and drinks are provided. Copies of the book are available at the Check Out Desk. Grades: 4-6.Book Titles: May - The Way to Bea by Kat YehJune - Wishtree by Kat...read more
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Roaming Readers
8:15 - 9:00 am
 Roaming Readers
Thursday, May 16, 8:15 - 9:00 amRoaming Readers
at Morton Public Library
Are you a reader ready for some exercise? Let's get off the couch and walk while chatting about all kinds of reading related topics! Strollers are welcome; meet outside the Library's entrance. We'll meet the 1st and 3rd Thursday thru August. (no July 4) Ages: Adults. Regis...read more
A.A.R.P. Driver Safety Course
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
 A.A.R.P. Driver Safety Course
Wednesday & Thursday, May 15 & 16A.A.R.P. Driver Safe
at Morton Public Library
This is the second day of a 2-day course (May 15 & 16, 9:00am-1:00pm) where you'll learn the current rules of the road, defensive driving techniques and how to operate your vehicle more safely in today's increasingly challenging driving environment. For drivers age 50 and older...read more
Children’s Chat and Storytime
9:30 - 10:15 am
Children’s Chat and Storytime
Thursday, May 16, 9:30 - 10:15 amChildren’s Cha
at Morton Public Library
We need YOU! Are you a regular at our children's programming? We'd love to get to know you better. Come have coffee and chat with the children's librarian about how we can better serve you and your family at the library. We'd love to hear what books you want to read, and help you get...read more

Retirement University Part 1
6:00 - 7:30 pm
 Retirement University Part 1
Thursday, May 16, 6:00 - 7:30 pmRetirement Universit
Reuling Room
Retirement University is a 3 session course on Strategic Retirement Planning - Part 1: Financial Pitfalls & Tax Saving Strategies. Attendees are not required to attend all 3 sessions. Presented by the Foundation for Financial Education. Ages: Adult. Registration Required. *Please register for ea...read more
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Lego Club
3:15 pm
 Lego Club
Monday, May 20, 3:15 pmLego Club
Hauter Room
Children will share their building skills in a small group setting. A sample project is presented, however, participants are encouraged to use their own creativity. Meets the first & third Mondays of the month. Grades: 1-6
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G.E.M.S. Girls Science Club
4:00 - 5:30 pm
 G.E.M.S. Girls Science Club
Tuesday, May 21, 4:00 - 5:30 pmG.E.M.S. Girls Scien
at Morton Public Library
ART - “Fun with Duct tape!” presented by Karen Kemp. This arts and crafts session will promote innovation and creativity, imporve hand-eye coordination, encourage self-expression, and boost serf-esteem. The participants will create a duct tape clutch bag/phone holder and handmade greetin...read more

Books & Bites Book Club
6:30 pm
 Books & Bites Book Club
Tuesday, May 21, 6:30 pmBooks & Bites Book C
Eli's Coffee Shop, 205 W. Jefferson
Enjoy book discussion and local eats! Request to join our Facebook Group! Ages: AdultMay 21- The One in a Million Boy by Monica Wood @ Eli'sJune 18- The Word is Murder by Anthony Horowitz @ Basta'sJuly 16- The Only Woman in the Room by Marie Benedict @ Garner's PizzaAugust 20- Reading wi...read more
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SUMMER READING BEGINS!
 SUMMER READING BEGINS!
Wednesday, May 22, SUMMER READING BEGIN
at Morton Public Library
Our Summer Reading programs begin today, May 22! Come into the library to get started!
Learning Apps + Storytime
10:00 - 10:30 am
 Learning Apps + Storytime
Wednesday, May 22, 10:00 - 10:30 amLearning Apps + Stor
Reuling Room
There's all kinds of really great (and free!) apps you can use to keep kids learning throughout the summer and to help when school starts up again. We've done the hard work, come learn what to download on your devices! No need to find a babysitter, a storytime for kids will be available duri...read more

Finals Study Night
3:00 - 9:00 pm
 Finals Study Night
Wednesday, May 22, 3:00 - 9:00 pmFinals Study Night
Reuling Room
Need a place to study for finals? Come in any time after school on Wednesday, May 22. We’ll have the quiet space you need as well as drinks and snacks to keep you going. The room will be open from 3-9pm – stay as long as you want. Grades: 9-12
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Baby Bounce
11:00 am - 11:30 am
 Baby Bounce
Thursday, May 23, 11:00 am - 11:30 amBaby Bounce
Hauter Room
Meet other parents and enjoy a sweet storytime with your baby! We will read simple stories and introduce rhymes and songs to baby. This is a lap-sit storytime for pre-walkers. Ages: 0-18 months
Retirement University Part 2
6:00 - 7:30 pm
 Retirement University Part 2
Thursday, May 23, 6:00 - 7:30 pmRetirement Universit
Reuling Room
Retirement University is a 3 session course on Strategic Retirement Planning - Part 2: Medicare, LTC, and Social Security Planning. Attendees are not required to attend all 3 sessions. Presented by the Foundation for Financial Education. Ages: Adult. Registration Required. *Please register for ...read more
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Fourth Friday
5:00 - 8:00 pm
 Fourth Friday
5/24, 6/28, 7/26, 8/23Fourth Friday
Memorial Plaza, 308 S. Main St., Morton
Join the Fourth Friday fun in downtown Morton. The Library will be located in the Family Zone at Memorial Plaza with a make and take craft and sidewalk chalk! All Ages.
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Library Closed
 Library Closed
Saturday, May 25, Library Closed
at Morton Public Library
The Library will be closed May 25-27 for Memorial Day Weekend.
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Retirement University Part 3
6:00 - 7:30 pm
 Retirement University Part 3
Thursday, May 30, 6:00 - 7:30 pmRetirement Universit
Reuling Room
Retirement University is a 3 session course on Strategic Retirement Planning - Part 3: Estate/Legacy Planning- Charitable Giving. Attendees are not required to attend all 3 sessions. Presented by the Foundation for Financial Education. Ages: Adult. Registration Required. *Please register f...read more
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