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Recycled Papermaking with SCARCE (Grades K-4)

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Learn & Connect, STEAM
Age Group:
Kids
:

This interactive, informative and fun presentation explains the importance of reducing, reusing, and recycling. Learn how to create creative trash to treasure items! Participants will even get to make and take home a sample of recycled paper.

Open
Required
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learn & Connect, STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Program Description:

This interactive, informative and fun presentation explains the importance of reducing, reusing, and recycling. Learn how to create creative trash to treasure items! Participants will even get to make and take home a sample of recycled paper.

Disclaimer(s)

Messy Program Alert

This program involves getting messy. Please wear appropriate clothing.

This event is in the "Families" group.

Family Movie at the Library (Families)

Friday, April 25, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library
Program Type:
Culture & Entertainment
Age Group:
Families
:

Come watch a movie at the Library! Light snacks will be provided. For families. This month: Moana.

Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group: Families
Program Type: Culture & Entertainment
Program Description:

Come watch a movie at the Library! Light snacks will be provided. For families. This month: Moana.

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.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Crafternoon (Grades K-4)

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 3:45pm - 4:30pm
Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Learn & Connect
Age Group:
Kids
:

Join us for our monthly crafting program for kids! Registration is required. For grades K-4.

Open
Required
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learn & Connect
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Program Description:

Join us for our monthly crafting program for kids! 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 "Families" group.

Pajama Storytime (Families)

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Children's Room at River Forest Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Families
:

Wear your pajamas and bring a stuffed friend to our special evening storytime program! For families.

Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Families
Program Type: Storytimes
Program Description:

Wear your pajamas and bring a stuffed friend to our special evening storytime program! 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. 

This event is in the "Kids" group.

LEGO Club (Grades K-4)

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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 last Wednesday of the month. For grades K-4.

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 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 "Families" group.

Family Fun Bags

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 9:00am - 9:30am
Children's Room at River Forest Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Families
:

Pick up a bag of fun activities to do together at home, starting May 1. Bags are available while supplies last. 

Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Program Description:

Pick up a bag of fun activities to do together at home, starting May 1. 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 "Families" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Illinois Libraries Present: Art and Adventures with Dan Santat

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual Zoom
Program Type:
Authors & Books
Age Group:
Families, Kids
:

Illinois Libraries Present a virtual afternoon with children's author and illustrator Dan Santat.

Virtual Event
Location: Virtual Zoom
Age Group: Families, Kids
Program Type: Authors & Books
Program Description:

Illinois Libraries Present a virtual afternoon with children's author and illustrator Dan Santat.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Story Stretchers

Wednesday, May 7, 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
Required
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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.
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.

Toddler Time - Celebrating Seniors

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Families, Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers, Adults & Seniors
:

We're kicking off Celebrating Seniors week with this special Toddler Time! Join us for stories, music, and movement where we encourage grandparents or special seniors to join in the fun! For children ages 18 months-3 with a caregiver. 

Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group: Families, Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers, Adults & Seniors
Program Type: Storytimes
Program Description:

We're kicking off Celebrating Seniors week with this special Toddler Time! Join us for stories, music, and movement where we encourage grandparents or special seniors to join in the fun! 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.

STEM Club

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Kids
:

Join us for our monthly STEM program for kids. Advanced registration required. Grades K-4. This month's activity is 

Open
Required
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Program Description:

Join us for our monthly STEM program for kids. Advanced registration required. Grades K-4. This month's activity is 

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 "Kids" group.

Story Stretchers

Wednesday, May 14, 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
Required
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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 "Kids" group.

American Girl Doll Tea Party

Sunday, May 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library
Program Type:
Culture & Entertainment
Age Group:
Kids
:

Enjoy "tea", treats, and games with your special grownup and your favorite American Girl doll, or borrow one of ours for our garden tea party. Party will be held outside on the library garden and will be moved inside in case of inclement weather.

Open
Required
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Culture & Entertainment
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Program Description:

Enjoy "tea", treats, and games with your special grownup and your favorite American Girl doll, or borrow one of ours for our garden tea party. Party will be held outside on the library garden and will be moved inside in case of inclement weather.

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.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Crafternoon

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids
:

Join us for our monthly crafting program for kids! Advanced registration is required. For K-4th Grade. 

Required
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Program Description:

Join us for our monthly crafting program for kids! Advanced registration is required. For K-4th Grade. 

Disclaimer(s)

Messy Program Alert

This program involves getting messy. Please wear appropriate clothing.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Read to a Dog, Read with Me (grades K-4)

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 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!

Open
Required
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Learn & Connect
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
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 "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.

Required
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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

Required
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group: Families
Program Type: Culture & Entertainment, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
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 "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.

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 "Kids" group.

Messy Mondays

Monday, June 9, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids
:

Join us for some tactile art. Dress for mess! For grades K-4, registration required.

Required
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Program Description:

Join us for some tactile art. Dress for mess! For grades K-4, registration 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 "Kids" group.

Art for Kids

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids
:

Learn about different art styles and techniques while creating your own art. This program is best attended as a series, but kids can still enjoy one on its own. For grades K-4, registration is required. Dress for mess.

Required
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Program Description:

Learn about different art styles and techniques while creating your own art. This program is best attended as a series, but kids can still enjoy one on its own. For grades K-4, registration is required. Dress for mess.

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 "Kids" group.

STEM Club Summer Edition: Egg Drop

Saturday, June 14, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Kids
:

Can you drop a raw egg without it breaking? Test out your design and engineering skills at this special STEM Club summer edition. For grades K-4. Registration is required. In case of rain, program will be cancelled.

Required
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Program Description:

Can you drop a raw egg without it breaking? Test out your design and engineering skills at this special STEM Club summer edition. For grades K-4. Registration is required. In case 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+.

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 "Kids" group.

Read to a Dog, Read with Me (grades K-4)

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at River Forest Public Library
Program Type:
Learn & Connect, Storytimes
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!

Required
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Learn & Connect, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
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.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Stories in the Forest

Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers, Kids
:

Offsite Event
Location: Off Site
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers, Kids
Program Type: Storytimes

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 "Kids" group.

Messy Mondays

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids
:

Join us for some tactile art. Dress for mess! For grades K-4, registration required.

Required
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Program Description:

Join us for some tactile art. Dress for mess! For grades K-4, registration 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.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Special ZAP! Storytime at the Zoo! with Miss Jenn at Brookfield Zoo!

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers, Kids
:

Join Miss Jenn and staff from the Brookfield Zoo for a very special story time all about animal movement! The ZAP! Storytime at the Zoo! will take place at the Hamill Family Nature Plaza.

Offsite Event
Location: Off Site
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers, Kids
Program Type: Storytimes
Program Description:

Join Miss Jenn and staff from the Brookfield Zoo for a very special story time all about animal movement! The ZAP! Storytime at the Zoo! will take place at the Hamill Family Nature Plaza.

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.