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.
Wednesday, Jul. 9
Stop by the teen section to make a different book cover for your favorite books! All materials will be provided.
Grades: 7-12.
This is a drop-in program. Come in anytime the library is open.
Wednesday, Jul. 9, 3:45-4:30 pm
Create a Poke ball craft with your favorite Pokemon inside.
Grades: K-3.
Registration required.
Thursday, Jul. 10
Stop by the teen section to make a different book cover for your favorite books! All materials will be provided.
Grades: 7-12.
This is a drop-in program. Come in anytime the library is open.
Thursday, Jul. 10, 1:30-2:30 pm
Join us as we explore books that are considered classics and discuss whether or not they have stood the test of time. In July we will read and discuss the award-winning book, Ready Player One by Ernest Cline. Copies of the book will be available for checkout at the checkout desk. We will meet in the Board Room. New members are always welcome!
Ages: Adults.
Thursday, Jul. 10, 2:00-3:00 pm
Be wildly creative, without any pressure to make something “good”. We’ll supply a variety of materials to create your own unique art piece. Who knows what you will take home!
Grades: 7-12.
Registration Required.
Thursday, Jul. 10, 6:00-6:30 pm
Let's paint in a new way! After a quick story, we'll use toy cars to make tire track paintings.
Ages 3-5.
Registration required.
Thursday, Jul. 10, 6:30-7:30 pm
Join us as we explore books that are considered classics and discuss whether or not they have stood the test of time. In July we will read and discuss the award-winning book, Ready Player One by Ernest Cline. Copies of the book will be available for checkout at the checkout desk. We will meet in the Board Room. New members are always welcome!
Ages: Adults.
Friday, Jul. 11
Stop by the teen section to make a different book cover for your favorite books! All materials will be provided.
Grades: 7-12.
This is a drop-in program. Come in anytime the library is open.
Friday, Jul. 11, 9:30 am
Bring a blanket and join us for rhymes, songs, and stories in Hannah's Reading Garden! In case of rain, storytime will be held inside the library.
Ages 0-5.
Friday, Jul. 11, 10:30 am
Bring a blanket and join us for rhymes, songs, and stories in Hannah's Reading Garden! In case of rain, storytime will be held inside the library.
Ages 0-5.
Friday, Jul. 11, 12:30 pm
Self-proclaimed "Juggler, Yo-yoer, and Cool Guy" Mark Hayward uses comedy and object manipulation to put on a show for everyone! You'll be laughing and entertained with his super show. Join us in Hannah's Reading Garden under the trees for this Showtime in the Garden program. Check the Library’s Facebook page for weather updates.
All ages.
Friday, Jul. 11, 3:30-4:30 pm
Join us for hands on activities, arts and crafts, and science experiments featuring everyone's favorite police hero, Dog Man.
Grades: 1-4.
Registration required.
Friday, Jul. 11, 6:30-8:00 pm
Bring your lawn chairs or a blanket and join us in Hannah's Reading Garden for free live music! Jane's Rumor is primarily a 90s rock cover band, their eclectic styles range from 80s to 2000s with some Blues thrown into the mix. Food trucks will be NateDawgs and Gramma Nanas.
All ages.
Saturday, Jul. 12
Stop by the teen section to make a different book cover for your favorite books! All materials will be provided.
Grades: 7-12.
This is a drop-in program. Come in anytime the library is open.
Saturday, Jul. 12, 5:00-6:30 pm
Ready to join your family and friends in an epic Nerf battle? When the library closes, the games will begin! Bring your own Nerf blaster and we'll provide the darts. The library doors will be locked, so please enter from the garden. Register once for the whole family.
Recommended for families with children ages 5+.
Registration required.
Monday, Jul. 14
Stop by the teen section to make a different book cover for your favorite books! All materials will be provided.
Grades: 7-12.
This is a drop-in program. Come in anytime the library is open.
Monday, Jul. 14, 10:15-11:00 am
This summer, join us in Hannah's Reading Garden for a high-energy storytime where we'll move & groove along with music and books.
Ages 0-5, siblings welcome.
Monday, Jul. 14, 6:00-6:45 pm
Gamify your doodles! Roll the dice to draw your picture. Will you roll a 2 for puppy feet or a 4 for duck feet? Share in the fun when games and art collide!
Grades: K-4.
Registration required.
Tuesday, Jul. 15
Stop by the teen section to make a different book cover for your favorite books! All materials will be provided.
Grades: 7-12.
This is a drop-in program. Come in anytime the library is open.
Tuesday, Jul. 15, 10:15 am
What to do with baby? Bring them to the library! Baby Bounce features songs & rhymes to use at home as well as a chance to socialize with others caring for little ones.
Ages 0-18 months, siblings welcome.