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Branches:
River Forest Public Library
Description:
Sunday hours, 1-5 PM, will resume after Labor Day.
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Sep
5
2022
Mon
Closing
Library closed in observance of Labor Day
Branches:
River Forest Public Library
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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Sep
6
2022
Tue
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
River Forest Public Library
Room:
Children's Room
Age Group:
Kids
Program Type:
STEAM
Program Description:
Pick up a bag of fun activities to do together at home. Bags are available while supplies last.
Disclaimer(s)
Material Pickup Required
This program requires materials to be picked up at our service desk prior to the program.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Sep
6
2022
Tue
Library Card Sign Up Month Story Garden
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
River Forest Public Library
Room:
Library Lawn
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Authors & Books
Program Description:
Walk through our garden and read the story Dreamers by Yuyi Morales to celebrate Library Card Sign Up Month and the power of libraries.
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This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group.
Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group.
Sep
6
2022
Tue
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers
Program Type:
Storytimes
Program Description:
Join us on the River Forest Library YouTube channel for a live virtual story time for young children. Subscribe to our page for alerts.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Sep
6
2022
Tue
Pop in Projects - Morning
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
River Forest Public Library
Room:
Children's Room
Age Group:
Kids
Program Type:
STEAM
Program Description:
Pop in for our monthly craft project in the Children's Room! Pop in Projects are the first Tuesday of the month. This month: Apple Paper Plate Lacing
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+.
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This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group.
Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group.
Sep
8
2022
Thu
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
River Forest Public Library
Room:
Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers
Program Type:
Storytimes
Join us for stories, music, and movement. Ages 18 months-3 years with caregiver.
Disclaimer(s)
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.
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This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group.
Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group.
Sep
9
2022
Fri
Family Story Time and Play
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
River Forest Public Library
Room:
Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers
Program Type:
Storytimes
Program Description:
Join library staff for stories and songs, then stay and play and make new friends! This is a fun story time and play for kids ages birth through 6 with caregiver.
Disclaimer(s)
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.
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This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group.
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group.
Sep
6
2022
Tue
Middle School Makers (Grades 5-8)
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Location:
River Forest Public Library
Room:
Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group:
Tweens & Teens
Program Type:
Learn & Connect,
Sponsored by Oak Park River Forest Youth Services
Program Description:
Middle Schoolers are invited to join us every Tuesday to create something new. * Sponsored by OPRF Youth Services
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This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group.
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group.
Sep
9
2022
Fri
Middle School Gaming/Movie
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
River Forest Public Library
Room:
Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group:
Tweens & Teens
Program Type:
Culture & Entertainment,
Sponsored by Oak Park River Forest Youth Services
Program Description:
Kids and teens in grades 5-8 are invited to drop in to watch a movie or play games. All movies will be rated G or PG.
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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Sep
6
2022
Tue
Pop in Projects - Afternoon
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
River Forest Public Library
Room:
Children's Room
Age Group:
Kids
Program Type:
STEAM
Program Description:
Pop in for our monthly craft project in the Children's Room! Pop in Projects are the first Tuesday of the month. This month: Apple Paper Plate Lacing
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+.
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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Sep
7
2022
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
River Forest Public Library
Room:
Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids
Program Type:
Learn & Connect
Required
Seats Remaining:
9
Program Description:
Listen to a story and do creative extension activities like crafts, games, and storytelling. Advanced registration required. 4-7 years.
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+.
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This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers,
Kids
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Sep
9
2022
Fri
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
River Forest Public Library
Room:
Children's Room
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers,
Kids
Program Description:
The Pigeon has a brand new book! Celebrate the new Mo Willems book "The Pigeon WILL Ride the Roller Coaster" with a party celebrating all things pigeon. Drop in for crafts, a marble run, and enter a raffle for fun Pigeon themed prizes!
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.
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This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.
Sep
6
2022
Tue
Book Buzz: Fall Book Preview
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
River Forest Public Library
Room:
Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults & Seniors
Program Type:
Authors & Books,
Learn & Connect
Program Description:
Calling all book lovers! Need reading recommendations? Come hear our librarians tell you about the buzzworthy new books coming out this fall -- and share what you've been reading, too.
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This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.
Sep
7
2022
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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.
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This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.
Sep
8
2022
Thu
Craft and Chat: Cake Decorating
Closed
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Location:
River Forest Public Library
Room:
Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults & Seniors
Program Type:
Learn & Connect,
Sponsored by River Forest Township
Required
Seats Remaining:
3
Program Description:
Crafting isn't just for kids! At this session, our own librarian/baker Dorothy will give a delicious lesson in cake decorating. We provide the supplies, so just bring your creativity. Brought to you in partnership with River Forest Township.
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This event is in the "Everyone" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Sep
10
2022
Sat
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
River Forest Public Library
Room:
Library Lawn
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Culture & Entertainment,
Program Description:
The annual tradition returns! Join us outdoors in the garden for live music by River Forest natives the Dooley Band, who have been entertaining Chicagoland for over five decades. Bring your own chair or blanket to sit on.
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