Library Card Sign-Up Month
2025-09-01 - 2025-09-30 | Melrose Park Public Library
September is National Library Card Sign-Up Month! Discover all the ways you can use your Library card such as borrowing books, streaming movies,
checking out iPads or hotspots, participating in programs, and much more!
Stop by the MPPL to get a Library card, if you don’t have one!
BONUS: If you sign up for a Library card during September, you will be entered into a weekly drawing to win 4 FREE General Admission tickets to Brookfield Zoo!
Visit the Patron Services desk to sign-up!

Scary Writing Contest
2025-09-08 - 2025-10-17
Scare us with your own original super-short story! Create a scary work that’s 15 sentences or less. All entries must be the original work of the student. Entries must be received by Friday, October 17, to qualify.
Register Here.

Make-It-Mondays
2025-09-08 09:00, 2025-09-15 09:00, 2025-09-22 09:00, 2025-09-29 09:00, 2025-10-06 09:00, 2025-10-13 09:00, 2025-10-20 09:00 (America/Chicago)
Stop by the Youth Services Desk to pick up your weekly craft bag!
Craft directions are included in the bag at pick-up.
Pick-up is first-come, first-served.

Computer Help Session
2025-09-08 15:30 - 16:30, 2025-09-22 15:30 - 16:30, 2025-10-06 15:30 - 16:30, 2025-10-20 15:30 - 16:30
Learn computers and become adept with the one on one help of our knowledgeable instructor.
Learn new skills: Computer basics, email, Microsoft Word, printing, & more.
Mondays @ 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Dates: August 4th | 18th, September 8th | 22nd, October 6th | 20th, November 3rd | 17th, December 8th | 22nd
Registration Required. First come, first served.
Call: (708) 649-7485
Email: mpref@mpplibrary.org

ABC Storytime
2025-09-10 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-09-17 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-09-24 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-10-01 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-10-08 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-10-15 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-10-22 10:00 - 11:00
Join our interactive playtime for fun with stories, music, puzzles and toys!
This is a drop-in program.
Wednesdays from 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Ages 1-5 with caregiver.

Tie Dye Creations
2025-09-11 16:00 - 17:00
Bring your own unique white t-shirt or pillow cover from home to personalize. Ages K-5th with a caregiver.
Register Here.

Lego Party
2025-09-16 16:00 - 17:00
Let’s build together! What can you create?
Register Here

Chair Yoga Classes (2025)
2025-09-19 10:30 - 11:30, 2025-10-17 10:30 - 11:30
Designed for all levels. The classes include breathing, meditation, stretching in the chair, some standing poses, & ends with relaxation.
No equipment needed.
Registration is required!
Call: (708) 649-7485
Email: mpref@mpplibrary.org
Register online here

Disclaimer (Physical Activity)

By joining this class, you declare that you are physically fit and ready to participate and understand any physical activity may involve some risk of injury. You may rest at any time during the class. It is your responsibility to consult with your physician with respect to any past or present injury, illness, health problem, or any other condition or medication that may affect your participation.
The participant assumes all risks of injury and illness that may result from such participation. The participant agrees to waive and release the Melrose Park Public Library, its officers, employees, trustees, and agents and shall hold such persons/entity harmless from any and all liability for any claim, suit, or other cause of action which might arise from injuries, illness, damages, or loss which may occur on account of participation in such activities.

Cozy Comfort Cuisine with Chef Susan Maddox
2025-09-20 11:00 - 13:00
Popular Chef, Susan Maddox, will return for a cooking demonstration celebrating the fall season.
Samples and recipes will be included!
Saturday, September 20th @ 11:00 AM- 1:00 PM
Registration Closed

Young Engineers: Cup Claw
2025-10-02 16:00 - 17:00
Learn how to make a paper claw machine and unleash your inner animals with this creative DIY craft idea.
Register Here.

Trailside @ MPPL: Interesting Insects
2025-10-04 11:00 - 12:30
Let’s learn about interesting insects with Trailside Museum!
Register Here.

Pumpkin Decorating
2025-10-16 16:00 - 17:00
The library has a variety of pumpkins. Choose your favorite, decorate it, and make some great memories! Crafting supplies like paint and yarn will be supplied. You are also welcome to bring your own pumpkin to decorate, as well.
Register Here.

Meditation Soundbath
2025-10-18 12:00 - 13:00
Yoga instructor Rhonda Fentry leads a form of meditation using ambient overlapping sounds and vibrations from crystal and Tibetan singing bowls, tapping into your subconscious and awakening new energy.
Please bring your own yoga mat!
Saturdays from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM.

Dates: January 18th, May 17th, October 18th

For Adults and Seniors. Individuals can sign up for more than one class.

Registration Required. Click here to register now.

Ali's Reptile Den: Reptile & Bug Show
2025-10-21 16:00 - 17:00
The Reptile Den is your gateway to an enthralling world of reptiles and mesmerizing bugs! Through a live show, we’ll amaze you by delving into the world of reptiles and bugs.
Register Here.
