Event List

Award-winning romantic comedy filmmaker Lorrisa Julianus shares true stories to delight and entertain.

In celebration of African American Heritage Month, join cultural educator Elizabeth Kahura for a vibrant virtual journey into Africa’s history and oral traditions.

Designed for seniors, this collection of programs features a variety of activities each month, some of which may repeat. The Silver Linings Series promotes physical and mental well-being while encouraging social interaction.

Join us for a moving program commemorating the Hiroshima bombing. This event pays tribute to those affected by nuclear war while sharing an urgent message of peace.

In this living history portrayal, American patriot Abigail Adams recounts her life, including her famous call to her husband John to "remember the ladies" in the founding of the new nation.

James Cameron’s Titanic told the invented story of the Heart of the Ocean, a fictional blue diamond necklace lost tragically in the ship’s famous sinking.  But what about the real treasures that were lost when the Titanic sank? 

This program features Michael McColly and his recently published book, Walking Chicago’s Coast: A 63-Mile Journey to

Learn about Japan and the traditions associated with the beautiful springtime cherry blossom festivals with educator Yvonne Liu Wolf.

In honor of Preservation Week (April 26-May 2), join us for a Community Scanning Night and take a simple step toward preserving personal, family, or community memories. Learn how to digitize your historic photographs or documents with MPL's s

Tiny Art Kit Pickup (while supplies last): Saturday, March 21 

Tiny Art Drop-off: April 6-19

Voting begins: Tuesday, April 22