Make-It-Mondays
2025-06-09 09:00, 2025-06-16 09:00, 2025-06-23 09:00, 2025-06-30 09:00, 2025-07-07 09:00, 2025-07-14 09:00, 2025-07-21 09:00 (America/Chicago) | Melrose Park Public Library
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.

Make-It-Yourself!
2025-06-10 15:00 - 16:00 | Melrose Park Public Library
Join us for an exciting DIY for children K-5th!
Use given supplies to create your own work of art!
Tuesday, June 10th, 3-3:45pm
@ MPPL
Register Here

ABC Storytime
2025-06-11 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-06-18 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-06-25 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-07-02 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-07-09 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-07-16 10:00 - 11:00 | Melrose Park Public Library
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.

Mexican Tazos Game Summer Program
2025-06-13 14:00 - 16:00 | Melrose Park Public Library
Join Yolanda Prado in learning about the history of the Mexican tazos game and making your own to play!
Battle your family out at the end for prizes!
Friday, June 13th @ 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Family Summer Program
Registration required. Seats are limited!
Registration CLOSED

Holiday Closing
2025-06-19 | Melrose Park Public Library
The Library will be closed on June 19th (Thursday) due to the holiday.

Chair Yoga Classes (2025)
2025-06-20 10:30 - 11:30, 2025-07-18 10:30 - 11:30 | Melrose Park Public Library
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.

Family Game Friday!
2025-06-20 15:00 - 16:00 | Melrose Park Public Library
Bring your family and friends to the library for a Friday filled with board games!
We will have a variety of games available to play.
Friday, June 20th
3pm – 4pm
For Children and Families
This is a Drop-in event

Family Beach Bingo
2025-06-23 15:30 - 16:30 | Melrose Park Public Library
Join us for family fun! Play rounds of bingo and win prizes!

Monday, June 23rd from 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Registration required
All ages

Register Now!

Lego Party!
2025-06-24 15:00 - 16:00 | Melrose Park Public Library
Let’s build together!
A theme will be given for builders, you can be as creative as you want!
What can you create?

Tuesday, June 24th
3 – 3:45pm
For Children K-5th
Registration Required

Trailside @ MPPL
2025-06-25 14:00 - 15:00 | Melrose Park Public Library
Learn fun facts and get hands on with animal furs, feathers, and scales with Trailside!
For Children and Families
June 25th, 2pm – 3pm
Registration Required

Computer Help Session - July 7th
2025-07-07 15:30 - 16:30 | Melrose Park Public Library
Learn computers and become adept with the one on one help of our knowledgeable instructor.
Learn New Skills: Computer basics, email, Microsoft Word, printing, and more.
Monday July 7th @ 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Adult and Seniors
Registration required
Register now!

Air Dry Clay Pottery Summer Reading Program
2025-07-08 17:30 - 18:30 | Melrose Park Public Library
Join us in discovering the endless possibilities of your creativity. You will be guided through this program exploring pottery with air dry clay to produce your own work of art. Supplies will be provided. No prior experience is necessary for this program.
Adult and Seniors Summer Reading Program
Tuesday, July 8th @ 5:30 PM-6:30PM
Registration Required
Register Online: Click Here
Call: (708) 649-7485
Email: mpref@mpplibrary.org

Wings & Talons
2025-07-11 14:00 - 15:00 | Melrose Park Public Library
Wings & Talons
Birds of Prey
Learn about various fascinating aspects of raptors like their unique characteristics, ecology, and environmental impact!
Friday, July 11th
2pm – 3pm
For Children & Families
Registration Required

Wings and Talons was founded at the end of 2016 by individuals passionate about educating the public about birds of prey.

Shrinky Dinks!
2025-07-15 15:00 - 16:00 | Melrose Park Public Library
Tuesday, July 15th, 3-3:45pm
For children grades K-5th
Register Here

ZAP! Storytime at the Zoo
2025-07-17 10:30 - 11:30 | Brookfield Zoo Chicago, 3300 Golf Road, Brookfield, IL, 60513, United States
Join us at the zoo for Storytime!
Thursday, July 17th
10:30am – 11:15am
*This is an off-site program*
Brookfield Zoo Chicago
at Hamill Family Nature Center
3300 Golf Road
Brookfield, IL 60513

Musical Play with ScribbleMonster
2025-07-18 14:00 - 15:00 | Melrose Park Public Library
Musical Play with ScribbleMonster
Musical Play with ScribbleMonster is an interactive show fueled by your creative ideas!
With songs recognized by National Public Radio, the Parents’ Choice Awards, and Parenting Magazine,
Jim’s approach to collaborative music, games, and play sparks the imagination
and provides children with open-ended opportunities for creative expression.
Sing, think, play, dance, share ideas, and get creative with ScribbleMonster!
Friday, July 18th
2pm – 3pm
Registration Required

Computer Help Session - July 21st
2025-07-21 15:30 - 16:30 | Melrose Park Public Library
Learn computers and become adept with the one on one help of our knowledgeable instructor.
Learn New Skills: Computer basics, email, Microsoft Word, printing, and more.
Monday July 21st @ 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Adult and Seniors
Registration required
Register now!

Watercolor Creations
2025-07-22 15:00 - 16:00 | Melrose Park Public Library
Let’s create with watercolors!
Tuesday, July 22nd
3 – 3:45pm
For Children K-5th
Registration Required
