This event is in the "Kids" group Crafternoon (Grades K-4) Monday, April 27, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm 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 Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Apr 27 2026 Mon Crafternoon (Grades K-4) 3:30pm–4:00pm Open Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learn & Connect Registration Required 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+. 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 "Tweens & Teens" group Middle School Makers (Grades 5-8) Tuesday, April 28, 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 Apr 28 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.
Brownie Troop Meeting 47496 Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Event Description: Brownie 3rd grade Lincoln Troop Meeting 47496 Apr 28 2026 Tue Brownie Troop Meeting 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 Brownie 3rd grade Lincoln Troop Meeting 47496
This event is in the "Kids" group Read to a Dog, Read with Me (Grades K-4) Tuesday, April 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! Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Apr 28 2026 Tue Read to a Dog, Read with Me (Grades K-4) 6:00pm–7:00pm Open 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!
RFPL Foundation Meeting Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Event Description: Private RFPL Library Foundation meeting Apr 28 2026 Tue RFPL Foundation Meeting 7:00pm–9:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Event Description Private RFPL Library Foundation meeting
This event is in the "Kids" group Let's Make: Friendship Bracelets & Necklaces (Grades K-4) Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Culture & Entertainment, Learn & Connect Age Group: Kids Make your own necklaces and bracelets, and browse some book selections featuring awesome stories of friendship! Registration Required. Grades K-4. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Apr 29 2026 Wed Let's Make: Friendship Bracelets & Necklaces (Grades K-4) 3:30pm–4:15pm Open Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Culture & Entertainment, Learn & Connect Registration Required Program Description: Make your own necklaces and bracelets, and browse some book selections featuring awesome stories of friendship! Registration 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+.
RFPL Community Meeting Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm Community Room at River Forest Public Library Event Description: RFPL Community Group with representative from each body- D90, D200, Village, Township, Park District & Library Apr 29 2026 Wed RFPL Community Meeting 6:00pm–8:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: River Forest Public Library Room: Community Room Event Description RFPL Community Group with representative from each body- D90, D200, Village, Township, Park District & Library
Cook County Commissioner Maggie Trevor Constituent Services Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Event Description: Stop by to talk to Commissioner Trevor and district staffers to learn more about Cook County resources and ask your questions. Apr 30 2026 Thu Cook County Commissioner Maggie Trevor Constituent Services 10:00am–12:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Event Description Stop by to talk to Commissioner Trevor and district staffers to learn more about Cook County resources and ask your questions.
This event is in the "Families" group This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group This event is in the "Kids" group Community Storytime at Wonder Works Children's Museum Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am Off Site Program Type: Learn & Connect, Storytimes Age Group: Families, Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers, Kids Join your favorite librarians from the RFPL Children's Room at Wonder Works Children's Museum for a special storytime! Non-members, stop by the Children's desk for a free admission ticket, while supplies last. For families. View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Families" group This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group This event is in the "Kids" group Apr 30 2026 Thu Community Storytime at Wonder Works Children's Museum 11:00am–11:30am Location: Off Site Age Group: Families, Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers, Kids Program Type: Learn & Connect, Storytimes Program Description: Join your favorite librarians from the RFPL Children's Room at Wonder Works Children's Museum for a special storytime! Non-members, stop by the Children's desk for a free admission ticket, while supplies last. 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 Nature Art Studio (Grades K-4) Thursday, April 30, 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. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Apr 30 2026 Thu Nature Art Studio (Grades K-4) 3:30pm–4:15pm Open 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 Adult Trivia Night Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Culture & Entertainment, Learn & Connect, Sponsored by River Forest Township Age Group: Adults & Seniors Try your hand at a Jeopardy!–style trivia competition for adults. No teams necessary, players will compete individually. Please make sure to bring a mobile device, which you'll use as a buzzer. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group Apr 30 2026 Thu Adult Trivia Night 7:00pm–8:00pm Open 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 Registration Required Program Description: Try your hand at a Jeopardy!–style trivia competition for adults. No teams necessary, players will compete individually. Please make sure to bring a mobile device, which you'll use as a buzzer.
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group Teen Take & Makes (Grades 5-12) Friday, May 1, 2026 at 9:00am - 9:30am Fireside at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learn & Connect, STEAM Age Group: Tweens & Teens Pick up a program in a bag kit to enjoy at home! Bags will be different each month and include craft or activity supplies. Available on a first come, first served basis. View Details This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group May 1 2026 Fri 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, Learn & Connect, STEAM Program Description: Pick up a program in a bag kit to enjoy at home! Bags will be different each month 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 Friday, May 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 May 1 2026 Fri 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 Spring Concert: Venti Wind Quintet Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Fireside at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Culture & Entertainment, Sponsored by River Forest Township Age Group: Adults & Seniors Woodwind music is perfect for springtime, so we're bringing back the Venti Wind Quintet for another afternoon of peaceful spring sounds! View Details This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group May 2 2026 Sat Spring Concert: Venti Wind Quintet 2:00pm–3:00pm Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Fireside Age Group: Adults & Seniors Program Type: Culture & Entertainment, Sponsored by River Forest Township Program Description: Woodwind music is perfect for springtime, so we're bringing back the Venti Wind Quintet for another afternoon of peaceful spring sounds!
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group Coffee Monday Monday, May 4, 2026 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, breakfast snacks, and conversation. 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 May 4 2026 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, breakfast snacks, and conversation. It’s a great way to get to know your neighbors and learn about things going on in the community.
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group Tuesday Tales (Ages 0-6) Tuesday, May 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, 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 May 5 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 "Tweens & Teens" group Middle School Makers (Grades 5-8) Tuesday, May 5, 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 May 5 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, May 6, 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 May 6 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, May 6, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Culture & Entertainment, 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 May 6 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, Culture & Entertainment, 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+. 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 "Adults & Seniors" group Evening Book Club Wednesday, May 6, 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 May 6 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.
The Essence of Sage-ing: A Conscious Aging Workshop Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 9:30am - 11:00am Community Room at River Forest Public Library Event Description: A workshop for participants to explore conscious aging—viewing later life not as decline, but as a time of deep growth, meaning, and contribution. Grounded in the From Age-ing to S... May 7 2026 Thu The Essence of Sage-ing: A Conscious Aging Workshop 9:30am–11:00am This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: River Forest Public Library Room: Community Room Event Description A workshop for participants to explore conscious aging—viewing later life not as decline, but as a time of deep growth, meaning, and contribution.
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group Toddler Time (Ages 18 months-3) Thursday, May 7, 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 May 7 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 "Families" group Kayak with the Library! (Families) Thursday, May 7, 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 May 7 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 "Tweens & Teens" group Teen Tasters (Grades 5-8) Thursday, May 7, 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. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group May 7 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.
