This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group This event is in the "Kids" group Jun 26 2025 Thu Stories in the Forest 10:00am–10:30am Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers, Kids Offsite Event This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group This event is in the "Kids" group Jun 26 2025 Thu Stories in the Forest 10:00am–10:30am Location: Off Site Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers, Kids Program Type: Storytimes 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.
This event is in the "Everyone" group This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group Jun 26 2025 Thu Summer Concert Series: Donna Herula Blues Trio 7:00pm–8:00pm Everyone, Adults & Seniors This event is in the "Everyone" group This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group Jun 26 2025 Thu Summer Concert Series: Donna Herula Blues Trio 7:00pm–8:00pm Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Library Lawn Age Group: Everyone, Adults & Seniors Program Type: Culture & Entertainment Program Description: Celebrate summer with an outdoor concert by the Donna Herula Blues Trio. The trio plays fun, lively, and heartfelt versions of traditional Delta Blues and early Chicago Blues songs, as well as originals that tip a hat to the tradition.
This event is in the "Everyone" group Jun 28 2025 Sat Clothing Donation Drive 12:00pm–3:00pm Everyone This event is in the "Everyone" group Jun 28 2025 Sat Clothing Donation Drive 12:00pm–3:00pm Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Everyone Program Description: Donate your gently used clothes and accessories to a good cause.
Jun 29 2025 Sun Closed on Sundays in the summer All Day Closing Jun 29 2025 Sun Closing Closed on Sundays in the summer All Day Branches: River Forest Public Library
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group Jun 30 2025 Mon Teen Take & Makes (Grades 5-12) All Day Tweens & Teens This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group Jun 30 2025 Mon Teen Take & Makes (Grades 5-12) All Day Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Fireside Age Group: Tweens & Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM Program Description: Pick up a program in a bag kit to enjoy at home! Bags will be different each week and include craft or activity supplies. Available on a first come first served basis. Disclaimer(s) Material Pickup Required This program requires materials to be picked up at our service desk prior to the program.
Jun 30 2025 Mon RFPL Foundation Professional Development 6:30pm–8:30pm Jun 30 2025 Mon RFPL Foundation Professional Development 6:30pm–8:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Event Description Professional Development Workshop for RFPL Foundation trustees.
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group This event is in the "Kids" group Jul 3 2025 Thu Stories in the Forest 10:00am–10:30am Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers, Kids Offsite Event This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group This event is in the "Kids" group Jul 3 2025 Thu Stories in the Forest 10:00am–10:30am Location: Off Site Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers, Kids Program Type: Storytimes 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.
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group Jul 3 2025 Thu Teen Tasters (Grades 5-8) 3:30pm–4:30pm Tweens & Teens Open Registration Required This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group Jul 3 2025 Thu Teen Tasters (Grades 5-8) 3:30pm–4:30pm Open Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Tweens & Teens Program Type: Culture & Entertainment Registration Required 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.
Jul 4 2025 Fri Library closed for Independence Day All Day Closing Jul 4 2025 Fri Closing Library closed for Independence Day All Day Branches: River Forest Public Library
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group Jul 5 2025 Sat Watch the Oscar Nominees: I'm Still Here 2:00pm–4:00pm Adults & Seniors This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group Jul 5 2025 Sat Watch the Oscar Nominees: I'm Still Here 2:00pm–4:00pm Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Adults & Seniors Program Type: Culture & Entertainment Program Description: Need to catch up with this year's crop of Academy Award nominees? This summer, the Library will screen a nominated film on the first Saturday of the month from May through August.
Jul 6 2025 Sun Closed on Sundays in the summer All Day Closing Jul 6 2025 Sun Closing Closed on Sundays in the summer All Day Branches: River Forest Public Library
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group Jul 7 2025 Mon Teen Take & Makes (Grades 5-12) All Day Tweens & Teens This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group Jul 7 2025 Mon Teen Take & Makes (Grades 5-12) All Day Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Fireside Age Group: Tweens & Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM Program Description: Pick up a program in a bag kit to enjoy at home! Bags will be different each week and include craft or activity supplies. Available on a first come first served basis. 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 "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group Jul 8 2025 Tue Tuesday Tales 10:00am–10:30am Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group Jul 8 2025 Tue Tuesday Tales 10:00am–10:30am Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers Program Type: Storytimes Program Description: Join us for stories, songs, and lots of movement in this fun and engaging, interactive story time! For ages 0-6, 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.
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group Jul 8 2025 Tue Embellished Photo Portraits (Grades 5-12) 3:30pm–4:30pm Tweens & Teens This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group Jul 8 2025 Tue Embellished Photo Portraits (Grades 5-12) 3:30pm–4:30pm Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Tweens & Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Program Description: Embellish a photo using yarn and other craft supplies. Send a photo you'd like printed to reference@riverforestlibrary.org with the subject heading Embellished Photo Portraits or use one staff have pre-selected.
This event is in the "Kids" group Jul 9 2025 Wed Art for Kids 3:30pm–4:30pm Kids Open Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Jul 9 2025 Wed Art for Kids 3:30pm–4:30pm Open Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Program Description: Learn about different art styles and techniques while creating your own art. This program is best attended as a series, but kids can still enjoy one on its own. For grades K-4, registration is required. Dress for mess. 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+. Messy Program Alert This program involves getting messy. Please wear appropriate clothing.
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group This event is in the "Kids" group Jul 10 2025 Thu Stories in the Forest 10:00am–10:30am Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers, Kids Offsite Event This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group This event is in the "Kids" group Jul 10 2025 Thu Stories in the Forest 10:00am–10:30am Location: Off Site Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers, Kids Program Type: Storytimes 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.
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group Jul 11 2025 Fri Sensory Play 10:00am–11:00am Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group Jul 11 2025 Fri Sensory Play 10:00am–11:00am Upcoming Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers Program Type: Learn & Connect Registration Required Program Description: Kids can explore their five senses through this engaging sensory playtime. This program will be held outside, weather permitting and will be moved indoors in the case of rain. Dress for mess! Registration required. 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. Messy Program Alert This program involves getting messy. Please wear appropriate clothing.
Jul 13 2025 Sun Closed on Sundays in the summer All Day Closing Jul 13 2025 Sun Closing Closed on Sundays in the summer All Day Branches: River Forest Public Library
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group Jul 14 2025 Mon Teen Take & Makes (Grades 5-12) All Day Tweens & Teens This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group Jul 14 2025 Mon Teen Take & Makes (Grades 5-12) All Day Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Fireside Age Group: Tweens & Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM Program Description: Pick up a program in a bag kit to enjoy at home! Bags will be different each week and include craft or activity supplies. Available on a first come first served basis. 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 "Kids" group Jul 14 2025 Mon Messy Mondays 3:30pm–4:00pm Kids Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Jul 14 2025 Mon Messy Mondays 3:30pm–4:00pm Upcoming Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Program Description: Join us for some tactile art. Dress for mess! For grades K-4, registration required. 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+. Messy Program Alert This program involves getting messy. Please wear appropriate clothing.
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group Jul 15 2025 Tue Tuesday Tales 10:00am–10:30am Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group Jul 15 2025 Tue Tuesday Tales 10:00am–10:30am Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers Program Type: Storytimes Program Description: Join us for stories, songs, and lots of movement in this fun and engaging, interactive story time! For ages 0-6, 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.
Jul 15 2025 Tue FRED Parent Support Group Meeting 12:00pm–1:30pm Jul 15 2025 Tue FRED Parent Support Group 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 .
This event is in the "Everyone" group Jul 15 2025 Tue RFPL Board of Trustees Meeting 6:00pm–8:00pm Everyone This event is in the "Everyone" group Jul 15 2025 Tue 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
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group This event is in the "Kids" group Jul 17 2025 Thu Stories in the Forest 10:00am–10:30am Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers, Kids Offsite Event This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group This event is in the "Kids" group Jul 17 2025 Thu Stories in the Forest 10:00am–10:30am Location: Off Site Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers, Kids Program Type: Storytimes 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.
