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. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Apr 27 2026 Mon Crafternoon (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 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.
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! Upcoming View Details 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 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!
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. Upcoming View Details 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 Upcoming 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. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Apr 30 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 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. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group Apr 30 2026 Thu Adult Trivia Night 7:00pm–8:00pm Upcoming 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 "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 "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 "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.
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.
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group Watch the Oscar Nominees: Hamnet Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Culture & Entertainment Age Group: Adults & Seniors Need to catch up with this year's crop of Academy Award nominees? This summer, the Library will screen a nominated film on the first Thursday evening of the month from May through August. View Details This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group May 7 2026 Thu Watch the Oscar Nominees: Hamnet 6:30pm–8:30pm Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Adults & Seniors Program Type: Culture & Entertainment Program Description: Need to catch up with this year's crop of Academy Award nominees? This summer, the Library will screen a nominated film on the first Thursday evening of the month from May through August.
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group Improv Workshop for Older Adults Friday, May 8, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Learn & Connect, Sponsored by River Forest Township Age Group: Adults & Seniors Emily Ramirez, comedian and founder of BABS Comedy Club in Forest Park, joins us to teach a relaxed improv comedy workshop especially aimed at older adults. No improv experience necessary. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group May 8 2026 Fri Improv Workshop for Older Adults 1:00pm–3:00pm Upcoming Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Adults & Seniors Program Type: Learn & Connect, Sponsored by River Forest Township Registration Required Program Description: Emily Ramirez, comedian and founder of BABS Comedy Club in Forest Park, joins us to teach a relaxed improv comedy workshop especially aimed at older adults. No improv experience necessary.
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group Debating Independence: The American Revolution in 1776 Sunday, May 10, 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 May 10 2026 Sun Debating Independence: The American Revolution in 1776 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 Middle School Makers (Grades 5-8) Tuesday, May 12, 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 12 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 Mahjong 101 (Beginner Level) Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Culture & Entertainment, Learn & Connect Age Group: Adults & Seniors Ready to learn the game that everyone is talking about? Join Dee Dee, instructor with The Mahjong Society, for a fun and social introduction to American Mahjong. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group May 12 2026 Tue Mahjong 101 (Beginner Level) 6:30pm–8:30pm Upcoming Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Adults & Seniors Program Type: Culture & Entertainment, Learn & Connect Registration Required Program Description: Ready to learn the game that everyone is talking about? Join Dee Dee, instructor with The Mahjong Society, for a fun and social introduction to American Mahjong.
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group Afternoon Book Club Wednesday, May 13, 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 discussion group 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 May 13 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 discussion group 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.
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group Donuts & Discussion (Grades 5-8) Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Culture & Entertainment, Food & Cooking, Learn & Connect Age Group: Tweens & Teens Every other month, Middle Schoolers are invited to enjoy donuts while discussing relevant social topics. Registration required. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group May 14 2026 Thu Donuts & Discussion (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, Learn & Connect Registration Required Program Description: Every other month, Middle Schoolers are invited to enjoy donuts while discussing relevant social topics. 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.
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group Craft and Chat Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learn & Connect, Sponsored by River Forest Township Age Group: Adults & Seniors Crafting isn't just for kids! This month's craft for adults: a paper-quilling workshop led by a guest instructor. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group May 14 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, Learn & Connect, Sponsored by River Forest Township Registration Required Program Description: Crafting isn't just for kids! This month's craft for adults: a paper-quilling workshop led by a guest instructor.