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Branches:
River Forest Public Library
Description:
Sunday hours, 1-5 PM, will resume after Labor Day.
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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Jun
13
2022
Mon
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Location:
River Forest Public Library
Room:
Children's Room
Program Description:
Pick up a bag of fun activities to do together at home during the weekend. This week's theme is: Camping
Bags are available for pick up 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.
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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.
Jun
13
2022
Mon
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
River Forest Public Library
Room:
Library Lawn
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers,
Kids
Program Type:
Authors & Books
Program Description:
Wander through our garden as you read a story. Stories will change on Mondays and remain up through the following Sunday. This week's story is: Hike by Pete Oswald
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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.
Jun
13
2022
Mon
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
River Forest Public Library
Room:
Library Lawn
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers
Program Type:
Storytimes
Program Description:
Listen to stories and sing songs with library staff in our beautiful garden this summer! Program cancelled in the event of rain.
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.
Jun
14
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 Public Library YouTube channel for a live virtual story time for young children. Subscribe to our page for alerts.
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This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group.
Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers
Closed
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group.
Jun
16
2022
Thu
Stories in the Woods
Closed
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Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers
Program Type:
Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining:
3
Program Description:
Join River Forest Public Library staff at the Trailside Museum of Natural History for stories in the woods! Program cancelled in the event of rain. Advanced registration required. Ages birth-age 5
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.
Jun
17
2022
Fri
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers
Program Type:
Storytimes
Program Description:
This summer, story time comes to your favorite play grounds! Join library staff for big active story times near play grounds to tie the joy of reading and play together. Program cancelled in the event of rain.
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 "Everyone" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Jun
13
2022
Mon
Juneteenth River Forest Flag Raising Ceremony
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Location:
River Forest Public Library
Room:
Library Lawn
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Program Description:
We are honored to be hosting a Juneteenth Flag Raising Ceremony at the Library, brought to you by Village of River Forest Trustees, in partnership with the Village of River Forest.
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This event is in the "Everyone" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Jun
18
2022
Sat
Magnificent Mutts Outdoor Adoption
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Location:
River Forest Public Library
Room:
Library Lawn
Program Description:
Give a shelter animal a forever home. Magnificent Mutts and Meows will have a number of fabulous furry friends available for adoption.
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This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.
Jun
17
2022
Fri
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Location:
River Forest Public Library
Room:
Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults & Seniors
Program Type:
Culture & Entertainment
Program Description:
Join other movie lovers on the third Friday of every month to watch great classic films. This season we’re hitting the trail with westerns! Today we'll be watching Red River (1948).
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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Jun
13
2022
Mon
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
River Forest Public Library
Room:
Library Lawn
Age Group:
Kids
Program Type:
STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Program Description:
Join us for our monthly STEM program for kids. Advanced registration required. Grades K-4. This month's activity is: Jelly Bean Challenge. In case of inclement weather, program will be moved indoors.
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.
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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Jun
14
2022
Tue
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
River Forest Public Library
Room:
Library Lawn
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Program Description:
Get ready for a summer of fun camp themed programs by making this summer camp essential - a Sit-Upon! These homemade cushions protect you from mud and dirt while sitting around the campfire, coming to story time, and more.
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.
Cancelled
Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group.
Jun
16
2022
Thu
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
River Forest Public Library
Room:
Library Lawn
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers
Program Description:
Join us for our monthly crafting program for younger kids with their grownups. Advanced registration required. Ages 2-5. This month's activity is: Rainbow Scrape Painting. In case of inclement weather, program will be moved indoors.
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.
Messy Program Alert
This program involves getting messy. Please wear appropriate clothing.
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group.
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group.
Jun
16
2022
Thu
DIY Bandana Pillow
Closed
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Location:
River Forest Public Library
Room:
Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group:
Tweens & Teens
Program Type:
Culture & Entertainment,
STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining:
5
Program Description:
Get crafty and comfy by making your own bandanna pillow. Advanced registration required.
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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Jun
15
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:
Authors & Books
Required
Seats Remaining:
3
Program Description:
Do you like camping? Alvin sure doesn't! Luckily, he has his family and a bunch of gadgets on his side. In Chapter Book Club, we'll dive deep into Alvin Ho: Allergic to Camping, Hiking, and Other Natural Disasters.
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This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers,
Kids
Closed
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Jun
18
2022
Sat
Firefly Theatre Ensemble Presents: Under the Stars
Closed
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Location:
River Forest Public Library
Room:
Library Lawn
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers,
Kids
Program Type:
Culture & Entertainment
Required
Seats Remaining:
9
Program Description:
Join Spark the Firefly and her friends for a summer night in Firefly Grove. Sing songs around the campfire, listen to the noises of the forest and watch the stars with friends.
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.
Jun
15
2022
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
River Forest Public Library
Room:
Library Lawn
Age Group:
Kids
Program Type:
Authors & Books,
Learn & Connect
Required
Seats Remaining:
5
Program Description:
Sharing stories around a campfire is something people have always done. And now we're bringing it to the library! Library staff will share stories in the garden Wednesday nights. Advanced registration required. Grades K-4.
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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