This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group Tuesday Tales (Ages 0-6) Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Learn & Connect, Storytimes Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers Join us for stories, songs, and lots of movement in this fun and engaging, interactive story time! For ages 0-6, with caregiver. View Details This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group Feb 3 2026 Tue Tuesday Tales (Ages 0-6) 10:00am–10:30am Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers Program Type: Learn & Connect, 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 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 Middle School Makers (Grades 5-8) Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sponsored by Oak Park River Forest Youth Services, STEAM 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 Feb 3 2026 Tue Middle School Makers (Grades 5-8) 3:30pm–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, STEAM 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 Great Decisions Wednesday, February 4, 2026 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 Feb 4 2026 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 (grades K-4) Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learn & Connect, STEAM, Storytimes Age Group: Kids Listen to a story and do creative extension activities like crafts, games, and storytelling. Registration is required. Grades K-4. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 4 2026 Wed Story Stretchers (grades K-4) 3:30pm–4:00pm Upcoming Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learn & Connect, STEAM, Storytimes Registration Required Program Description: Listen to a story and do creative extension activities like crafts, games, and storytelling. Registration is 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+. Messy Program Alert This program involves getting messy. Please wear appropriate clothing.
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group Evening Book Club Wednesday, February 4, 2026 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 at the circulation desk one month before each meeting. These book discussions are open to all adults.This month's book: TBD. View Details This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group Feb 4 2026 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 at the circulation desk one month before each meeting. These book discussions are open to all adults.This month's book: TBD.
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group Toddler Time (Ages 18 months-3) Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Learn & Connect, Storytimes Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers Join us for stories, music, and movement. For children ages 18 months-3 with a caregiver. View Details This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group Feb 5 2026 Thu Toddler Time (Ages 18 months-3) 10:00am–10:30am Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers Program Type: Learn & Connect, Storytimes Program Description: Join us for stories, music, and movement. For children ages 18 months-3 with a 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 Teen Tasters (Grades 5-8) Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Culture & Entertainment, Food & Cooking Age Group: Tweens & Teens Try out a variety of unique foods from a different country each month in this fun taste test program. Registration required. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group Feb 5 2026 Thu Teen Tasters (Grades 5-8) 3:30pm–4:30pm Upcoming Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Tweens & Teens Program Type: Culture & Entertainment, Food & Cooking Registration Required Program Description: Try out a variety of unique foods from a different country each month in this fun taste test program. 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.
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This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group Meditation Soundbath Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Health & Wellness, Sponsored by River Forest Township Age Group: Adults & Seniors Rhonda Fentry leads a form of meditation using ambient overlapping sounds and vibrations from Crystal and Tibetan singing bowls, tapping into your inner deep subconscious and awakening new energy. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group Feb 7 2026 Sat Meditation Soundbath 2:00pm–3:00pm Upcoming Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Adults & Seniors Program Type: Health & Wellness, Sponsored by River Forest Township Registration Required Program Description: Rhonda Fentry leads a form of meditation using ambient overlapping sounds and vibrations from Crystal and Tibetan singing bowls, tapping into your inner deep subconscious and awakening new energy.
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group Baby Storytime Monday, February 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Learn & Connect, Storytimes Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers Come join us for books, songs, and motions in this lap-sit interactive story time! This storytime is designed for pre-walkers ages 0-1. View Details This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group Feb 9 2026 Mon Baby Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers Program Type: Learn & Connect, Storytimes Program Description: Come join us for books, songs, and motions in this lap-sit interactive story time! This storytime is designed for pre-walkers ages 0-1. 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 "Kids" group STEM Club (Grades K-4) Monday, February 9, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Learn & Connect, STEAM Age Group: Kids Join us for our monthly STEM program for kids. Registration is required. Grades K-4. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 9 2026 Mon STEM Club (Grades K-4) 3:30pm–4:00pm Upcoming Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Kids Program Type: Learn & Connect, STEAM Registration Required Program Description: Join us for our monthly STEM program for kids. Registration is 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+. Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. Messy Program Alert This program involves getting messy. Please wear appropriate clothing.
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group Tuesday Tales (Ages 0-6) Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Learn & Connect, Storytimes Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers Join us for stories, songs, and lots of movement in this fun and engaging, interactive story time! For ages 0-6, with caregiver. View Details This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group Feb 10 2026 Tue Tuesday Tales (Ages 0-6) 10:00am–10:30am Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers Program Type: Learn & Connect, 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 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 Middle School Makers (Grades 5-8) Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sponsored by Oak Park River Forest Youth Services, STEAM 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 Feb 10 2026 Tue Middle School Makers (Grades 5-8) 3:30pm–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, STEAM Program Description: Middle Schoolers are invited to join us every Tuesday to create something new. Sponsored by OPRF Youth Services.
Lincoln 3rd grade Brownie troop 47496 Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Event Description: Lincoln 3rd grade Brownie troop 47496 Feb 10 2026 Tue Lincoln 3rd grade Brownie troop 47496 5:00pm–6:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Event Description Lincoln 3rd grade Brownie troop 47496
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group Afternoon Book Club Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Authors & Books Age Group: Adults & Seniors The afternoon book club meets on the second Wednesday of each month. Books are available at the circulation desk one month before each meeting. These book discussions are open to all adults. View Details This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group Feb 11 2026 Wed Afternoon Book Club 1:30pm–2:30pm Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Adults & Seniors Program Type: Authors & Books Program Description: The afternoon book club meets on the second Wednesday of each month. Books are available at the circulation desk one month before each meeting. These book discussions are open to all adults.
Kiwanis Club of River Forest Oak Park Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Event Description: Club Meeting Feb 11 2026 Wed Kiwanis Club of River Forest Oak Park 6:30pm–8:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Event Description Club Meeting
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group Toddler Time (Ages 18 months-3) Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Learn & Connect, Storytimes Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers Join us for stories, music, and movement. For children ages 18 months-3 with a caregiver. View Details This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group Feb 12 2026 Thu Toddler Time (Ages 18 months-3) 10:00am–10:30am Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers Program Type: Learn & Connect, Storytimes Program Description: Join us for stories, music, and movement. For children ages 18 months-3 with a 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 "Kids" group Nature Art Studio (Grades K-4) Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm Community Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learn & Connect Age Group: Kids Come learn about the natural world with fun demonstrations. Then we'll create a piece of art to take home! Registration is required. For grades K-4. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 12 2026 Thu Nature Art Studio (Grades K-4) 3:30pm–4:15pm Upcoming Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Community Room Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learn & Connect Registration Required Program Description: Come learn about the natural world with fun demonstrations. Then we'll create a piece of art to take home! Registration is required. 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+. Messy Program Alert This program involves getting messy. Please wear appropriate clothing.
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group Craft and Chat Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sponsored by River Forest Township Age Group: Adults & Seniors Crafting isn't just for kids! This month's craft for adults: a beaded jewelry-making workshop led by a guest instructor. The Library will provide all materials, so you only need to bring your creativity. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group Feb 12 2026 Thu Craft and Chat 7:00pm–8:30pm Upcoming Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Adults & Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sponsored by River Forest Township Registration Required Program Description: Crafting isn't just for kids! This month's craft for adults: a beaded jewelry-making workshop led by a guest instructor. The Library will provide all materials, so you only need to bring your creativity.
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group This event is in the "Kids" group Family Storytime and Play (Ages 0-6) Friday, February 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Learn & Connect, Storytimes Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers, Kids Join library staff for stories and songs, then stay and play and make new friends! This fun storytime and play is for kids ages 0 through 6 with caregiver. View Details This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 13 2026 Fri Family Storytime and Play (Ages 0-6) 10:00am–11:00am Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers, Kids Program Type: Learn & Connect, Storytimes Program Description: Join library staff for stories and songs, then stay and play and make new friends! This fun storytime and play is for kids ages 0 through 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 "Families" group Palentines (Families) Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes Age Group: Families Join us for stories about love and friendship, then make some valentines for your friends and family! For families. View Details This event is in the "Families" group Feb 14 2026 Sat Palentines (Families) 10:00am–11:00am Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Families Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes Program Description: Join us for stories about love and friendship, then make some valentines for your friends and family! For families. 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.
This event is in the "Kids" group LEGO Club (Grades K-4) Sunday, February 15, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Community Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Culture & Entertainment, Learn & Connect, STEAM 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 third Sunday of the month. For grades K-4. View Details This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 15 2026 Sun LEGO Club (Grades K-4) 2:00pm–3:00pm Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Community Room Age Group: Kids Program Type: Culture & Entertainment, Learn & Connect, STEAM 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 third Sunday 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 "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group Tuesday Tales (Ages 0-6) Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Learn & Connect, Storytimes Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers Join us for stories, songs, and lots of movement in this fun and engaging, interactive story time! For ages 0-6, with caregiver. View Details This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group Feb 17 2026 Tue Tuesday Tales (Ages 0-6) 10:00am–10:30am Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers Program Type: Learn & Connect, 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 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 RFPL Board of Trustees Meeting Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Library Board Age Group: Everyone View Details This event is in the "Everyone" group Feb 17 2026 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
