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Evening Book Club

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Program Type: Authors & Books
Program Description:
The evening book discussion group meets the first Wednesday of each month. Books are available at the circulation desk one month before the meeting. This month's title: Songs of America: Patriotism, Protest, and the Music That Made a Nation by Jon...

Take 'N' Makes

All Day
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Fireside
Age Group: Tweens & Teens
Program Type: Art, Culture, & Entertainment, STEAM
Program Description:
Pick up a program in a bag kit to enjoy at home! Bags will be different each week and include craft and activity supplies. Available on a first come first served basis. This week's craft is: Beaded Friendship Pins ...

Chair Yoga

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Registration
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Program Type: Learn & Connect, Sponsored by the River Forest Township
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Program Description:
Rhonda Fentry of Rhonda's Rhythms returns to lead a chair yoga class. Registration required. Brought to you in partnership with the River Forest Township. ...

Friendship Jewelry

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens & Teens
Program Type: Art, Culture, & Entertainment, STEAM
Program Description:
You've probably seen traditional friendship bracelets made of string, now learn other fun ways to make jewelry to match and show off with your friends! ...

Craft and Chat: Soapmaking

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Registration
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Program Type: Learn & Connect, Sponsored by the River Forest Township
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Program Description:
Crafting isn't just for kids! Join us for this month's craft: a soapmaking workshop led by an instructor from Soapy Roads of Lombard! We provide the supplies, so just bring your creativity. Registration required. Brought to you in partnership wi...

Take 'N' Makes

All Day
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Fireside
Age Group: Tweens & Teens
Program Type: Art, Culture, & Entertainment, STEAM
Program Description:
Pick up a program in a bag kit to enjoy at home! Bags will be different each week and include craft and activity supplies. Available on a first come first served basis. This week's craft is: Borax Crystal Rainbows ...

Chris Fascione - Juggling Funny Stories

10:00am - 10:45am
Registration
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Art, Culture, & Entertainment, Story Times/Early Childhood
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Program Description:
Join us for this special story time: Juggling Funny Stories!, with nationally-known family entertainer Chris Fascione You’ll be laughing out loud as Chris brings children’s stories to life with his high-spirited and innovative performances full of en...

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults for Children's Programs

Children age 7 and younger must have a caregiver (age 12 or older) with them at all times while at the library, including during programs. Children may not be left unattended at the library unless they are age 8+.

Accompanying Adults for Early Childhood Programs

This program is designed for young children to attend with a caregiver. Please plan to be engaged with your child during this program. Children under age 5 must be in the immediate supervising vicinity of a caregiver at all times while at the library. 

Film Lover Fridays

12:00pm - 2:30pm
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Program Type: Art, Culture, & Entertainment, Learn & Connect
Program Description:
Join other movie lovers on the third Friday of every month to watch great classic films. This season, we're watching movies directed by women. This month's film: The Hitch-Hiker (1953), a noir thriller directed by actress-turned-fil...

Live Music in the Library: Hungrytown

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Fireside
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Program Type: Art, Culture, & Entertainment, Sponsored by the River Forest Township
Program Description:
Internationally touring folk music duo Hungrytown joins us for an intimate concert. Hungrytown's music has received worldwide radio airplay and been featured on television shows such as The Daily Show and Portlandia. Brought to you in partnership wit...

Adult Coloring Club

11:00am - 12:00pm
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Program Type: Learn & Connect, Sponsored by the River Forest Township
Program Description:
Coloring isn't just for kids! Studies have shown that coloring has mental health benefits for adults. Join us on the third Monday of each month for this relaxing and social activity. We provide coloring sheets and colored pencils, but feel free to br...

FRED Meeting

12:00pm - 1:30pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: River Forest Public Library
Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Event Description
FRED meeting ...

Teen Team Trials

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Library Lawn
Age Group: Tweens & Teens
Program Description:
Are you a team player? Put those skills to the test in these team trials designed for teens! ...

RFPL Board of Trustees Meeting

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Library Board

Braiding Sweetgrass: A Virtual Conversation with Robin Wall Kimmerer (Illinois Libraries Present)

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Virtual Zoom
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Program Type: Authors & Books
Program Description:
Join us for a special evening with Robin Wall Kimmerer, the award-winning author of "Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge, and the Teachings of Plants." In this insightful and inspiring talk, Robin will share her unique perspe...

Take 'N' Makes

All Day
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Fireside
Age Group: Tweens & Teens
Program Type: Art, Culture, & Entertainment, STEAM
Program Description:
Pick up a program in a bag kit to enjoy at home! Bags will be different each week and include craft and activity supplies. Available on a first come first served basis. This week's craft is: Ribbon Bookmarks ...

Rainbow Suncatchers

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens & Teens
Program Type: Art, Culture, & Entertainment, STEAM
Program Description:
Bring the magic of rainbows into your home with this beaded rainbow suncatcher! ...

Take 'N' Makes

All Day
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Fireside
Age Group: Tweens & Teens
Program Type: Art, Culture, & Entertainment, STEAM
Program Description:
Pick up a program in a bag kit to enjoy at home! Bags will be different each week and include craft and activity supplies. Available on a first come first served basis. This week's craft is: Macramé Rainbows ...

Guesstimation Jars

All Day
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description:
How many items are in the jar? Guess the closest and win a prize! 1 guess per person per month. The winner will be announced the following month. We'll have 3 jars each month - one for every age group. Grades K-4, head to the children's room....

Tween Tasters

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Registration
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens & Teens
Program Type: Art, Culture, & Entertainment, Learn & Connect
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12

Try out a variety of unique foods from a different country each month in this fun taste test program.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Take 'N' Makes

All Day
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Fireside
Age Group: Tweens & Teens
Program Type: Art, Culture, & Entertainment, STEAM
Program Description:
Pick up a program in a bag kit to enjoy at home! Bags will be different each week and include craft and activity supplies. Available on a first come first served basis. This week's craft is: Fabric Bowls ...

Magnificent Mutts Pet Adoption Day

11:00am - 2:00pm
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Library Lawn
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description:
Give a shelter animal a forever home. Magnificent Mutts Rescue will have a number of fabulous furry friends available for adoption. Submit an adoption application online to schedule a meet-and-greet to find your new furry best friend! Walk-ins are al...

Macramé Plant Hangers

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens & Teens
Program Description:
Come combine your love of macramé with your love of plants! Simple enough for even beginners, this macramé plant holder is an easy and perfect way to brighten up any space! ...

Take 'N' Makes

All Day
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Fireside
Age Group: Tweens & Teens
Program Type: Art, Culture, & Entertainment, STEAM
Program Description:
Pick up a program in a bag kit to enjoy at home! Bags will be different each week and include craft and activity supplies. Available on a first come first served basis. This week's craft is: Magnetic Poetry ...