This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group. Great Decisions Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Learn & Connect Age Group: Adults & Seniors Come talk about the most pressing international issues of our time in this eight-part discussion series from the Foreign Policy Association. View Details This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group. May 21 2025 Wed Great Decisions 1:00pm - 2:30pm Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Adults & Seniors Program Type: Learn & Connect Program Description: Come talk about the most pressing international issues of our time in this eight-part discussion series from the Foreign Policy Association.
This event is in the "Kids" group. Story Stretchers Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Kids Listen to a story and do creative extension activities like crafts, games, and storytelling. Registration required. Grades K-2. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group. May 21 2025 Wed Story Stretchers 3:30pm - 4:00pm Open Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Program Description: Listen to a story and do creative extension activities like crafts, games, and storytelling. Registration required. Grades K-2. 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+.
This event is in the "Families" group. Firefly Theater Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Culture & Entertainment, Storytimes Age Group: Families Join Spark the Firefly and all her friends as we welcome back Firefly Theater for stories and songs about Spring and the power of kindness. The Kindness Garden includes puppets, original music, interactive movement and lots of springtime Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Families" group. May 22 2025 Thu Firefly Theater 10:00am - 10:45am Open Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Families Program Type: Culture & Entertainment, Storytimes Registration Required Program Description: Join Spark the Firefly and all her friends as we welcome back Firefly Theater for stories and songs about Spring and the power of kindness. The Kindness Garden includes puppets, original music, interactive movement and lots of springtime 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. Donuts & Discussion (Grades 5-8) Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Culture & Entertainment Age Group: Tweens & Teens Every other month, Middle Schoolers are invited to enjoy donuts while discussing relevant social topics. Registration required. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group. May 22 2025 Thu Donuts & Discussion (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 Program Description: Every other month, Middle Schoolers are invited to enjoy donuts while discussing relevant social topics. Registration required. 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.
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group. My Life in Pies: A Pie Demo and Tasting with Mary DiSomma Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Sponsored by River Forest Township Age Group: Adults & Seniors The Library welcomes baker and cookbook author Mary DiSomma to celebrate her latest book, My Life in Pies Waitlist Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group. May 22 2025 Thu My Life in Pies: A Pie Demo and Tasting with Mary DiSomma 7:00pm - 8:00pm Waitlist Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Adults & Seniors Program Type: Sponsored by River Forest Township Registration Required Program Description: The Library welcomes baker and cookbook author Mary DiSomma to celebrate her latest book, My Life in Pies
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group. Soft Play Friday, May 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Learn & Connect, Storytimes Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers Experience sensory and physical play with The Soft Play Life. Children ages 0-6 under the supervision of their caregivers can enjoy a ball pit, double tunnel, seesaw, slide, and more! Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group. May 23 2025 Fri Soft Play 10:00am - 10:45am Open Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers Program Type: Learn & Connect, Storytimes Registration Required Program Description: Experience sensory and physical play with The Soft Play Life. Children ages 0-6 under the supervision of their caregivers can enjoy a ball pit, double tunnel, seesaw, slide, and more! 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. Half Day Movie & Snack (Grades 5-8) Friday, May 23, 2025 at 11:30am - 1:30pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Culture & Entertainment, Sponsored by Oak Park River Forest Youth Services Age Group: Tweens & Teens Middle Schoolers are invited to join us after this half day of school to watch a movie and have a snack. View Details This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group. May 23 2025 Fri Half Day Movie & Snack (Grades 5-8) 11:30am - 1:30pm 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: Middle Schoolers are invited to join us after this half day of school to watch a movie and have a snack. 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.
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This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group. Middle School Makers (Grades 5-8) Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 3:15pm - 4:30pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sponsored by Oak Park River Forest Youth Services Age Group: Tweens & Teens Middle Schoolers are invited to join us every Tuesday to create something new. Sponsored by OPRF Youth Services. View Details This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group. May 27 2025 Tue Middle School Makers (Grades 5-8) 3:15pm - 4:30pm Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Tweens & Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, 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.
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group. Exam Cram (Grades 9-12) Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 4:30pm - 7:30pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Learn & Connect Age Group: Tweens & Teens Come study at the Library! Snacks and destressing activities will be provided at this event just for Teens. View Details This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group. May 27 2025 Tue Exam Cram (Grades 9-12) 4:30pm - 7:30pm Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Tweens & Teens Program Type: Learn & Connect Program Description: Come study at the Library! Snacks and destressing activities will be provided at this event just for Teens. 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.
This event is in the "Kids" group. LEGO Club Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm Community Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Kids Come join us for LEGO Club! Get creative and use your imagination to create some cool designs! This is a drop-in program that meets the last Wednesday of the month. For grades K-4. View Details This event is in the "Kids" group. May 28 2025 Wed LEGO Club 3:00pm - 4:00pm Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Community Room Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts Program Description: Come join us for LEGO Club! Get creative and use your imagination to create some cool designs! This is a drop-in program that meets the last Wednesday of the month. For 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+.
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group. Exam Cram (Grades 9-12) Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 4:30pm - 7:30pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Learn & Connect Age Group: Tweens & Teens Come study at the Library! Snacks and destressing activities will be provided at this event just for Teens. View Details This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group. May 28 2025 Wed Exam Cram (Grades 9-12) 4:30pm - 7:30pm Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Tweens & Teens Program Type: Learn & Connect Program Description: Come study at the Library! Snacks and destressing activities will be provided at this event just for Teens. 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.
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group. Exam Cram (Grades 9-12) Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 4:30pm - 7:30pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Learn & Connect Age Group: Tweens & Teens Come study at the Library! Snacks and destressing activities will be provided at this event just for Teens. View Details This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group. May 29 2025 Thu Exam Cram (Grades 9-12) 4:30pm - 7:30pm Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Tweens & Teens Program Type: Learn & Connect Program Description: Come study at the Library! Snacks and destressing activities will be provided at this event just for Teens. 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.
This event is in the "Everyone" group. Puzzle Swap All Day Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Everyone Do you have used jigsaw puzzles at home that you'd like to exchange for new-to-you puzzles? Stop by the Library anytime today to do some puzzle swapping. Drop off your puzzle on a table in the meeting room and take another home! View Details This event is in the "Everyone" group. May 31 2025 Sat Puzzle Swap All Day Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Everyone Program Type: Arts & Crafts Program Description: Do you have used jigsaw puzzles at home that you'd like to exchange for new-to-you puzzles? Stop by the Library anytime today to do some puzzle swapping. Drop off your puzzle on a table in the meeting room and take another home!
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This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group. Coffee Monday Monday, June 2, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Learn & Connect, Sponsored by River Forest Township Age Group: Adults & Seniors Come to the library on the first Monday morning of every month for coffee and conversation about local matters. It’s a great way to get to know your neighbors and learn about things going on in the community. View Details This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group. Jun 2 2025 Mon Coffee Monday 10:00am - 11:00am Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Adults & Seniors Program Type: Learn & Connect, Sponsored by River Forest Township Program Description: Come to the library on the first Monday morning of every month for coffee and conversation about local matters. It’s a great way to get to know your neighbors and learn about things going on in the community.
WSHDCA Meeting Monday, June 2, 2025 at 6:45pm - 7:45pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Event Description: There will be a guest speaker presenting to WSHDCA members. Jun 2 2025 Mon WSHDCA Meeting 6:45pm - 7:45pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Event Description There will be a guest speaker presenting to WSHDCA members.
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group. Middle School Makers (Grades 5-8) Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 3:15pm - 4:30pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sponsored by Oak Park River Forest Youth Services Age Group: Tweens & Teens Middle Schoolers are invited to join us every Tuesday to create something new. Sponsored by OPRF Youth Services. View Details This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group. Jun 3 2025 Tue Middle School Makers (Grades 5-8) 3:15pm - 4:30pm Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Tweens & Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, 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.
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group. Evening Book Club Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Authors & Books Age Group: Adults & Seniors The evening book club meets on the first Wednesday of each month. Books are available one month in advance.This month's book: The World Played Chess by Robert Dugoni. View Details This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group. Jun 4 2025 Wed Evening Book Club 7:00pm - 8:00pm Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Adults & Seniors Program Type: Authors & Books Program Description: The evening book club meets on the first Wednesday of each month. Books are available one month in advance.This month's book: The World Played Chess by Robert Dugoni.
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group. Teen Tasters (Grades 5-8) Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Culture & Entertainment Age Group: Tweens & Teens Teen Tasters: Try out a variety of unique foods from a different country each month in this fun taste test program. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group. Jun 5 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.
This event is in the "Everyone" group. Summer Reading Kickoff Party Friday, June 6, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm Library Lawn at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Culture & Entertainment, Learn & Connect Age Group: Everyone Start the summer off right with our annual Summer Reading Kickoff Party! Sign-up for our summer reading program and you'll receive a ticket for a free Kona Ice Shaved ice cup, while supplies last. View Details This event is in the "Everyone" group. Jun 6 2025 Fri Summer Reading Kickoff Party 2:30pm - 4:30pm Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Library Lawn Age Group: Everyone Program Type: Culture & Entertainment, Learn & Connect Program Description: Start the summer off right with our annual Summer Reading Kickoff Party! Sign-up for our summer reading program and you'll receive a ticket for a free Kona Ice Shaved ice cup, while supplies last. 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.
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group. Watch the Oscar Nominees: A Complete Unknown Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Culture & Entertainment Age Group: Adults & Seniors 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. View Details This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group. Jun 7 2025 Sat Watch the Oscar Nominees: A Complete Unknown 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.
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