River Forest Public Library River Forest Public Library

Games for Grownups

Friday, 12/8, 1-2 PM, Adult 

The Library is your destination for gaming fun! This month we’ll be pairing off to play chess and/or checkers. There will be snacks and prizes. 

All Levels Yoga

Saturday, 12/9, 2-3 PM, Adult 

Advanced registration required. 

Rhonda Fentry of Rhonda’s Rhythms returns to lead an All Levels Yoga class. Please bring your own yoga mat. 

‘Tis the Season: Holiday Traditions from Radio’s Golden Age

Sunday, 12/10, 2-3:30 PM, Adult 

Steve Darnall, host of the popular radio show Those Were the Days on WDCB, returns to the Library to share some holiday traditions from radio’s golden age. From Jack Benny’s annual shopping trips to Lionel Barrymore’s portrayal of Ebenezer Scrooge, this festive presentation will spur the imagination and spread a bit of Yuletide spirit. Brought to you in partnership with River Forest Township. 

STEM Club

Monday, 12/11, 4-4:45 PM, Grades K-4 

Advanced registration required. 

Join us for our monthly STEM program for kids. This month’s activity is holiday ornament magnet painting.

Hot Cocoa Mixer

Thursday, 12/14, 3:30-4:30 PM, Grades 5-8 

Advanced registration required. 

Love hot cocoa? Come learn how to make your own hot cocoa mix and bring home your own custom creation! 

News

A Librarian’s Lazy Sunday 

by Victoria Muraiti, Materials Services Manager  Most people’s idea of a lazy Sunday probably doesn’t include waking up bright and early for a long walk, but that is exactly how my fiancé and I spend our weekend mornings. Usually, we are ready by 6 am (but I admit I sometimes hit the snooze button until […]

SWAN Libraries App No Longer Available

November 30, 2023 We are sad to share that the SWAN Libraries App is no longer available. The vendors that work with SWAN to develop and support the SWAN Libraries App have unexpectedly disabled the app. SWAN is working to get a new app up and running in the new year, but in the meantime, you […]

Programs

Friday, December 8, 10 AM - 11 AM
Family Story Time and Play (Ages 0-6)
Friday, December 8, 1 PM - 2 PM
Games for Grownups
Saturday, December 9, 10 AM - 12 PM
Jack & Jill Grade Group 2 December Activity
Saturday, December 9, 2 PM - 3 PM
All Levels Yoga

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