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Photo of 3 stuffed animals, a seal, a cat, and a dog.

Stuffed Animal Sleepover at the Library! (Grades PreK-4)

Friday, July 17, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Children's Room at River Forest Public Library
Program Type:
Culture & Entertainment, Learn & Connect
Age Group:
Kids

Drop off your favorite stuffed animal for a fun slumber party with S'more, Gelato, and Cheesecake, then look online for pictures of all of their fun activities!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Culture & Entertainment, Learn & Connect
Registration Required
Program Description:

Drop off your favorite stuffed animal for a fun slumber party with S'more, Gelato, and Cheesecake, then look online for pictures of all of their fun activities!

Disclaimer(s)

​​​​​​​Material Pickup Required

This program requires materials to be picked up at our service desk prior to the program.

STEM Club Summer Edition: Gardening (Grades K-4)

Saturday, July 18, 2026 at 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Community Room at River Forest Public Library
Program Type:
Learn & Connect, STEAM
Age Group:
Kids

Join us for a special Saturday edition of STEM Club. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Learn & Connect, STEAM
Registration Required
Program Description:

Join us for a special Saturday edition of STEM Club. 

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.

Messy Mondays (Grades K-4)

Monday, July 27, 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
Registration Required
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.

Photo of a Bernese Mountain Dog and a Labradoodle.

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

Tuesday, July 28, 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
Registration Required
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+.

Family Fun Bags

Saturday, August 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.

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.

Photo of hands holding a mini painted plant pot.

Decorate Your Own Mini-Planter (Grades K-4)

Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Learn & Connect, STEAM
Age Group:
Kids

Decorate your own mini-planter, then plant your own succulent to keep! For grades K-4. Registration is required.

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

Decorate your own mini-planter, then plant your own succulent to keep! 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.

Messy Mondays (Grades K-4)

Monday, August 10, 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
Registration Required
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.

Photo of a Bernese Mountain Dog and a Labradoodle.

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

Tuesday, August 25, 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
Registration Required
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+.

A photo of a jar filled with fresh herbs, and fresh herbs next to the jar as well.

End of Summer Pickling Program (Grades K-4)

Saturday, August 29, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room at River Forest Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Learn & Connect, STEAM
Age Group:
Kids

Get ready for fall with this hands on quick pickling program! Pickle some veggies and enjoy them later! For grades K-4. Registration is required.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Learn & Connect, STEAM
Registration Required
Program Description:

Get ready for fall with this hands on quick pickling program! Pickle some veggies and enjoy them later! 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+.

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.

Photo of a Bernese Mountain Dog and a Labradoodle.

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

Tuesday, September 22, 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
Registration Required
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+.

Photo of a Bernese Mountain Dog and a Labradoodle.

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

Tuesday, October 27, 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
Registration Required
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+.

Photo of a Bernese Mountain Dog and a Labradoodle.

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

Tuesday, November 24, 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
Registration Required
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+.

Photo of a Bernese Mountain Dog and a Labradoodle.

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

Tuesday, December 22, 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
Registration Required
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+.