Summer is the busiest season at River Forest Public Library, and it all kicks off in a big way with the Summer Reading Kickoff Party on June 6, 2:30-4:30 PM.
Explore books, resources, and displays at your Library that can help us connect and celebrate the LGBTQ+ community.
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Don't miss the beautiful display of mosaics by local artist Judy Steed. The display runs through Monday, June 9 and can be viewed upstairs in the Library.
Explore books and resources from your Library that celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander heritage.
Visit our Local Spotlight Display through Sunday, June 4, to view art projects created by Willard Elementary School students in Grades K-4. It will brighten your day!
We’ve added a Collection Display Case to the Children’s Room where kids in grades PreK-4 can display their collections for a two-week period. What kind of collections? Anything!
Every vote counts, especially in a local election. Here is some information to help you get out and vote in the upcoming April 1 Consolidated Election.
We’ve sprung forward, the snow has melted, and the weather is getting warmer. That means it’s almost gardening season!
Plan regular trips to the library. Getting your child a library card can get them excited about books. Don’t worry about reading every book — library trips should be fun.
Brighten up your day by visiting our Local Spotlight Display during the month of March, which features art projects created by Lincoln Elementary School students in Grades K-4.
Celebrate Women's History Month with your Library in March by exploring library resources and events. This annual event honors women's achievements and contributions throughout history.
By age 4, children begin to recognize letters. You can point out words in a book that begin with the same letter to your preschooler to help them become familiar with the letter and begin to associate certain words with that letter.
Join your Library to celebrate Black History Month in February.
We're having a winter photo contest! Send us your wintery-themed photos to put on display in the Library. Winners in each age group will receive a prize (Grades 5-8, Grades 9-12, and adults over 18).
As you read to your child, make the experience interactive by asking them questions, such as “What do you think will happen next?” “What was your favorite part of the story? Why?”