This event is in the "Kids" group. Apr 23 2025 Wed Recycled Papermaking with SCARCE (Grades K-4) 3:30pm - 4:30pm Kids Open Registration This event is in the "Kids" group. Apr 23 2025 Wed Recycled Papermaking with SCARCE (Grades K-4) 3:30pm - 4:30pm Open Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learn & Connect, STEAM Registration 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. Apr 25 2025 Fri Family Movie at the Library (Families) 10:00am - 12:00pm Families This event is in the "Families" group. Apr 25 2025 Fri Family Movie at the Library (Families) 10:00am - 12:00pm 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. Apr 28 2025 Mon Crafternoon (Grades K-4) 3:45pm - 4:30pm Kids Open Registration This event is in the "Kids" group. Apr 28 2025 Mon Crafternoon (Grades K-4) 3:45pm - 4:30pm Open Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learn & Connect Registration 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. Apr 28 2025 Mon Pajama Storytime (Families) 6:30pm - 7:00pm Families This event is in the "Families" group. Apr 28 2025 Mon Pajama Storytime (Families) 6:30pm - 7:00pm 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. Apr 30 2025 Wed LEGO Club (Grades K-4) 3:00pm - 4:00pm Kids This event is in the "Kids" group. Apr 30 2025 Wed LEGO Club (Grades K-4) 3:00pm - 4:00pm 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. May 1 2025 Thu Family Fun Bags 9:00am - 9:30am Families This event is in the "Families" group. May 1 2025 Thu Family Fun Bags 9:00am - 9:30am 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. May 3 2025 Sat Illinois Libraries Present: Art and Adventures with Dan Santat 2:00pm - 3:00pm Families, Kids Virtual Event This event is in the "Families" group. This event is in the "Kids" group. May 3 2025 Sat Illinois Libraries Present: Art and Adventures with Dan Santat 2:00pm - 3:00pm 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. May 7 2025 Wed Story Stretchers 3:30pm - 4:00pm Kids Open Registration This event is in the "Kids" group. May 7 2025 Wed Story Stretchers 3:30pm - 4:00pm Open Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration 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. May 8 2025 Thu Toddler Time - Celebrating Seniors 10:00am - 10:30am Families, Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers, Adults & Seniors This event is in the "Families" group. This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group. This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group. May 8 2025 Thu Toddler Time - Celebrating Seniors 10:00am - 10:30am 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. May 12 2025 Mon STEM Club 3:30pm - 4:15pm Kids Open Registration This event is in the "Kids" group. May 12 2025 Mon STEM Club 3:30pm - 4:15pm Open Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Kids Program Type: STEAM Registration 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. May 14 2025 Wed Story Stretchers 3:30pm - 4:00pm Kids Open Registration This event is in the "Kids" group. May 14 2025 Wed Story Stretchers 3:30pm - 4:00pm Open Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration 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. May 18 2025 Sun American Girl Doll Tea Party 2:00pm - 3:00pm Kids Open Registration This event is in the "Kids" group. May 18 2025 Sun American Girl Doll Tea Party 2:00pm - 3:00pm Open Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Kids Program Type: Culture & Entertainment Registration 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. May 19 2025 Mon Crafternoon 4:00pm - 4:45pm Kids Registration This event is in the "Kids" group. May 19 2025 Mon Crafternoon 4:00pm - 4:45pm Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration 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. May 20 2025 Tue Read to a Dog, Read with Me (grades K-4) 6:00pm - 7:00pm Kids Open Registration This event is in the "Kids" group. May 20 2025 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 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. May 21 2025 Wed Story Stretchers 3:30pm - 4:00pm Kids Registration This event is in the "Kids" group. May 21 2025 Wed Story Stretchers 3:30pm - 4:00pm Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration 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. May 22 2025 Thu Firefly Theater 10:00am - 10:45am Families Registration This event is in the "Families" group. May 22 2025 Thu Firefly Theater 10:00am - 10:45am Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Families Program Type: Culture & Entertainment, Storytimes Registration 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. May 28 2025 Wed LEGO Club 3:00pm - 4:00pm Kids This event is in the "Kids" group. May 28 2025 Wed LEGO Club 3:00pm - 4:00pm 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. Jun 9 2025 Mon Messy Mondays 3:30pm - 4:00pm Kids Registration This event is in the "Kids" group. Jun 9 2025 Mon Messy Mondays 3:30pm - 4:00pm Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration 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. Jun 11 2025 Wed Art for Kids 3:30pm - 4:30pm Kids Registration This event is in the "Kids" group. Jun 11 2025 Wed Art for Kids 3:30pm - 4:30pm Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration 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. Jun 14 2025 Sat STEM Club Summer Edition: Egg Drop 10:30am - 11:30am Kids Registration This event is in the "Kids" group. Jun 14 2025 Sat STEM Club Summer Edition: Egg Drop 10:30am - 11:30am Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Kids Program Type: STEAM Registration 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. Jun 17 2025 Tue Read to a Dog, Read with Me (grades K-4) 6:00pm - 7:00pm Kids Registration This event is in the "Kids" group. Jun 17 2025 Tue Read to a Dog, Read with Me (grades K-4) 6:00pm - 7:00pm Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Community Room Age Group: Kids Program Type: Learn & Connect, Storytimes Registration 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. Jun 19 2025 Thu Stories in the Forest 10:00am - 10:30am Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers, Kids Offsite Event This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group. This event is in the "Kids" group. Jun 19 2025 Thu Stories in the Forest 10:00am - 10:30am 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. Jun 23 2025 Mon Messy Mondays 3:30pm - 4:00pm Kids Registration This event is in the "Kids" group. Jun 23 2025 Mon Messy Mondays 3:30pm - 4:00pm Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration 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. Jun 24 2025 Tue Special ZAP! Storytime at the Zoo! with Miss Jenn at Brookfield Zoo! 10:00am - 11:00am Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers, Kids Offsite Event This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group. This event is in the "Kids" group. Jun 24 2025 Tue Special ZAP! Storytime at the Zoo! with Miss Jenn at Brookfield Zoo! 10:00am - 11:00am 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.
