This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group Spice Up Your Summer: A Hot Sauce Class & Tasting Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Food & Cooking, Learn & Connect, Sponsored by River Forest Township Age Group: Adults & Seniors Learn how to make your own hot sauce at home! Pepper grower and hot sauce enthusiast Kristen Lovett will tell you everything you need to know to make fresh hot sauce in your kitchen. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group Jun 10 2026 Wed Spice Up Your Summer: A Hot Sauce Class & Tasting 7:00pm–8:30pm Upcoming Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Adults & Seniors Program Type: Food & Cooking, Learn & Connect, Sponsored by River Forest Township Registration Required Program Description: Learn how to make your own hot sauce at home! Pepper grower and hot sauce enthusiast Kristen Lovett will tell you everything you need to know to make fresh hot sauce in your kitchen.
This event is in the "Families" group Kayak with the Library! (Families) Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Off Site Program Type: Culture & Entertainment, Health & Wellness, Learn & Connect Age Group: Families We're partnering with the Forest Preserves of Cook County! Kayak on Thatcher Glen Pond at the Trailside Museum with members of the Children's staff! Children 5 and up and their adult can join us on the pond in a tandem kayak! View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Families" group Jun 11 2026 Thu Kayak with the Library! (Families) 11:00am–12:00pm Location: Off Site Age Group: Families Program Type: Culture & Entertainment, Health & Wellness, Learn & Connect Program Description: We're partnering with the Forest Preserves of Cook County! Kayak on Thatcher Glen Pond at the Trailside Museum with members of the Children's staff! Children 5 and up and their adult can join us on the pond in a tandem kayak! 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. Material Pickup Required This program requires materials to be picked up at our service desk prior to the program.
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group Chair Yoga Saturday, June 13, 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 of Rhonda's Rhythms returns to lead a chair yoga class. Registration required. Brought to you in partnership with the River Forest Township. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group Jun 13 2026 Sat Chair Yoga 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 of Rhonda's Rhythms returns to lead a chair yoga class. Registration required. Brought to you in partnership with the River Forest Township.
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group Teen Take & Makes (Grades 5-12) Monday, June 15, 2026 at 9:00am - 9:30am Fireside at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM Age Group: Tweens & Teens Pick up a program in a bag kit to enjoy at home! Bags will be different each week and include craft or activity supplies. Available on a first come, first served basis. View Details This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group Jun 15 2026 Mon Teen Take & Makes (Grades 5-12) 9:00am–9:30am Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Fireside Age Group: Tweens & Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM Program Description: Pick up a program in a bag kit to enjoy at home! Bags will be different each week and include craft or activity supplies. Available 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.
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group Mini Messy Mondays (Ages 2-6) Monday, June 15, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am Library Lawn at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learn & Connect, STEAM Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers Join us in the library garden for some tactile art, while supplies last. Dress for mess! For ages 2-6 with a caregiver. In the event of rain, program will be cancelled. View Details This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group Jun 15 2026 Mon Mini Messy Mondays (Ages 2-6) 10:00am–10:30am Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Library Lawn Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learn & Connect, STEAM Program Description: Join us in the library garden for some tactile art, while supplies last. Dress for mess! For ages 2-6 with a caregiver. In the event of rain, program will be cancelled. 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. 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 Featuring Special Guest: Mr. Jose!! (Ages 0-6) Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Learn & Connect, Storytimes Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers Join special guest Mr. Jose for 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 Jun 16 2026 Tue Tuesday Tales Featuring Special Guest: Mr. Jose!! (Ages 0-6) 10:00am–10:45am Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers Program Type: Learn & Connect, Storytimes Program Description: Join special guest Mr. Jose for 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 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 Sponge Bomb Battle (Grades 5-12) Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm Library Lawn at River Forest Public Library Age Group: Tweens & Teens Create your own sponge bombs, soak them, and throw them! View Details This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group Jun 16 2026 Tue Sponge Bomb Battle (Grades 5-12) 3:00pm–4:00pm Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Library Lawn Age Group: Tweens & Teens Program Description: Create your own sponge bombs, soak them, and throw them! Disclaimer(s) Messy Program Alert This program involves getting messy. Please wear appropriate clothing.
This event is in the "Everyone" group RFPL Board of Trustees Meeting Tuesday, June 16, 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 Jun 16 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
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group Mahjong 102 (Intermediate Level) Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm Community Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Culture & Entertainment, Learn & Connect Age Group: Adults & Seniors You've learned the tiles, the rules, and how the game works — now let's put it all together. Mahjong 102 is the next step for players who know the fundamentals of American Mahjong and are ready to build confidence at the table. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group Jun 16 2026 Tue Mahjong 102 (Intermediate Level) 6:30pm–8:30pm Upcoming Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Community Room Age Group: Adults & Seniors Program Type: Culture & Entertainment, Learn & Connect Registration Required Program Description: You've learned the tiles, the rules, and how the game works — now let's put it all together. Mahjong 102 is the next step for players who know the fundamentals of American Mahjong and are ready to build confidence at the table.
This event is in the "Kids" group Make Your Own Seed Bomb (Grades K-4) Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Learn & Connect, STEAM Age Group: Kids Create your own seed bomb in this fun gardening themed program, then take it home, plant it, and wait for your explosion of wild flowers to grow! For grades K-4. Registration is required. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Jun 17 2026 Wed Make Your Own Seed Bomb (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: Create your own seed bomb in this fun gardening themed program, then take it home, plant it, and wait for your explosion of wild flowers to grow! For grades K-4. Registration is required. 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 "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group Stories in the Forest at Trailside (Ages 0-6) Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am Off Site Program Type: Learn & Connect, Storytimes Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers Join the River Forest Public Library and Trailside Museum staff at the Trailside Museum of Natural History for a free “Stories in the Forest” program! Meet at the outdoor Nature Play Area Gazebo by the Museum. View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group Jun 18 2026 Thu Stories in the Forest at Trailside (Ages 0-6) 10:00am–10:30am Location: Off Site Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers Program Type: Learn & Connect, Storytimes Program Description: Join the River Forest Public Library and Trailside Museum staff at the Trailside Museum of Natural History for a free “Stories in the Forest” program! Meet at the outdoor Nature Play Area Gazebo by the Museum. 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 "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group Storytime in the Garden (Ages 0-6) Friday, June 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am Library Lawn at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Learn & Connect, Storytimes Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers Enjoy the outdoors and fresh air in this energetic storytime in the Library garden. For Ages 0-6 with a caregiver. In case of rain, program will be moved indoors. View Details This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group Jun 19 2026 Fri Storytime in the Garden (Ages 0-6) 10:00am–10:30am Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Library Lawn Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers Program Type: Learn & Connect, Storytimes Program Description: Enjoy the outdoors and fresh air in this energetic storytime in the Library garden. For Ages 0-6 with a caregiver. In case of rain, 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.
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group Film Lover Fridays Friday, June 19, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Culture & Entertainment, Learn & Connect, Sponsored by River Forest Township Age Group: Adults & Seniors Join other movie lovers on the third Friday of each month to watch classic films. This season, we're highlighting the famous screen partnership of Katharine Hepburn and Spencer Tracy. View Details This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group Jun 19 2026 Fri Film Lover Fridays 1:00pm–3:30pm Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Adults & Seniors Program Type: Culture & Entertainment, Learn & Connect, Sponsored by River Forest Township Program Description: Join other movie lovers on the third Friday of each month to watch classic films. This season, we're highlighting the famous screen partnership of Katharine Hepburn and Spencer Tracy.
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group Voices of 1776: Diverse Faces Behind America’s Founding Saturday, June 20, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Learn & Connect, Sponsored by River Forest Township Age Group: Adults & Seniors This program is offered in recognition of the United States Semiquincentennial, or 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. View Details This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group Jun 20 2026 Sat Voices of 1776: Diverse Faces Behind America’s Founding 2:00pm–3:30pm 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: This program is offered in recognition of the United States Semiquincentennial, or 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group Teen Take & Makes (Grades 5-12) Monday, June 22, 2026 at 9:00am - 9:30am Fireside at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM Age Group: Tweens & Teens Pick up a program in a bag kit to enjoy at home! Bags will be different each week and include craft or activity supplies. Available on a first come, first served basis. View Details This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group Jun 22 2026 Mon Teen Take & Makes (Grades 5-12) 9:00am–9:30am Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Fireside Age Group: Tweens & Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM Program Description: Pick up a program in a bag kit to enjoy at home! Bags will be different each week and include craft or activity supplies. Available 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.
This event is in the "Kids" group Messy Mondays (Grades K-4) Monday, June 22, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm Library Lawn at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learn & Connect, STEAM Age Group: Kids Join us on the Library Lawn for some tactile art. Dress for mess! For grades K-4, registration required. In case of rain, event will be cancelled. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Jun 22 2026 Mon Messy Mondays (Grades K-4) 3:30pm–4:00pm Upcoming Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Library Lawn Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learn & Connect, STEAM Registration Required Program Description: Join us on the Library Lawn for some tactile art. Dress for mess! For grades K-4, registration required. In case of rain, event will be cancelled. 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 "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group Tuesday Tales (Ages 0-6) Tuesday, June 23, 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 Jun 23 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 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 Read to a Dog, Read with Me (Grades K-4) Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Community Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Learn & Connect Age Group: Kids Join library staff and PAWSitive and read to a dog! This exercise allows emerging readers to get comfortable practicing with the best listener around, a dog! Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Jun 23 2026 Tue Read to a Dog, Read with Me (Grades K-4) 6:00pm–7:00pm Upcoming Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Community Room Age Group: Kids Program Type: Learn & Connect Registration Required Program Description: Join library staff and PAWSitive and read to a dog! This exercise allows emerging readers to get comfortable practicing with the best listener around, a dog! 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 Stories in the Forest at Trailside (Ages 0-6) Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am Off Site Program Type: Learn & Connect, Storytimes Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers Join the River Forest Public Library and Trailside Museum staff at the Trailside Museum of Natural History for a free “Stories in the Forest” program! Meet at the outdoor Nature Play Area Gazebo by the Museum. View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group Jun 25 2026 Thu Stories in the Forest at Trailside (Ages 0-6) 10:00am–10:30am Location: Off Site Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers Program Type: Learn & Connect, Storytimes Program Description: Join the River Forest Public Library and Trailside Museum staff at the Trailside Museum of Natural History for a free “Stories in the Forest” program! Meet at the outdoor Nature Play Area Gazebo by the Museum. 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 "Adults & Seniors" group Summer Concert Series: Chez Butter Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Library Lawn at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Culture & Entertainment Age Group: Adults & Seniors Get your lawn chairs ready for the return of our annual outdoor concert series! This month, we're getting funky with Chez Butter, a five-piece band playing a mix of Motown, soul, R&B, and funk music. View Details This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group Jun 25 2026 Thu Summer Concert Series: Chez Butter 7:00pm–8:30pm Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Library Lawn Age Group: Adults & Seniors Program Type: Culture & Entertainment Program Description: Get your lawn chairs ready for the return of our annual outdoor concert series! This month, we're getting funky with Chez Butter, a five-piece band playing a mix of Motown, soul, R&B, and funk music.
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group Storytime in the Garden (Ages 0-6) Friday, June 26, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am Library Lawn at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Learn & Connect, Storytimes Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers Enjoy the outdoors and fresh air in this energetic storytime in the Library garden. For Ages 0-6 with a caregiver. In case of rain, program will be moved indoors. View Details This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group Jun 26 2026 Fri Storytime in the Garden (Ages 0-6) 10:00am–10:30am Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Library Lawn Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers Program Type: Learn & Connect, Storytimes Program Description: Enjoy the outdoors and fresh air in this energetic storytime in the Library garden. For Ages 0-6 with a caregiver. In case of rain, 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.
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group Teen Take & Makes (Grades 5-12) Monday, June 29, 2026 at 9:00am - 9:30am Fireside at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM Age Group: Tweens & Teens Pick up a program in a bag kit to enjoy at home! Bags will be different each week and include craft or activity supplies. Available on a first come, first served basis. View Details This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group Jun 29 2026 Mon Teen Take & Makes (Grades 5-12) 9:00am–9:30am Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Fireside Age Group: Tweens & Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM Program Description: Pick up a program in a bag kit to enjoy at home! Bags will be different each week and include craft or activity supplies. Available 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.
This event is in the "Kids" group Family Fun Bags Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at 9:00am - 10:00am Children's Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Culture & Entertainment, STEAM Age Group: Kids Pick up a bag of fun activities to do together at home. Bags are available while supplies last. View Details This event is in the "Kids" group Jul 1 2026 Wed Family Fun Bags 9:00am–10:00am Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Children's Room Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Culture & Entertainment, STEAM Program Description: Pick up a bag of fun activities to do together at home. Bags are available while supplies last. Disclaimer(s) Material Pickup Required This program requires materials to be picked up at our service desk prior to the program.
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group Evening Book Club Wednesday, July 1, 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 discussion group 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. View Details This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group Jul 1 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 discussion group 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.
