This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group May 7 2026 Thu Watch the Oscar Nominees: Hamnet 6:30pm–8:30pm Adults & Seniors 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 "Families" group This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group May 8 2026 Fri Family Storytime and Play (Ages 0-6) 10:00am–11:00am Families, Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers This event is in the "Families" group This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group May 8 2026 Fri Family Storytime and Play (Ages 0-6) 10:00am–11:00am Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Families, Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers Program Type: Learn & Connect, Storytimes Program Description: Join library staff for stories and songs, then stay and play and make new friends! This fun storytime and play is for kids ages 0 through 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 "Adults & Seniors" group May 8 2026 Fri Improv Workshop for Older Adults 1:00pm–3:00pm Adults & Seniors Upcoming 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 May 10 2026 Sun Debating Independence: The American Revolution in 1776 2:00pm–3:30pm Adults & Seniors 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 "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group May 11 2026 Mon Baby Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group May 11 2026 Mon Baby Storytime 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: Come join us for books, songs, and motions in this lap-sit interactive story time! This storytime is designed for pre-walkers ages 0-1, but siblings are also welcome! 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 11 2026 Mon STEM Club (Grades K-4) 3:30pm–4:00pm Kids Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group May 11 2026 Mon STEM Club (Grades K-4) 3:30pm–4:00pm Upcoming Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Kids Program Type: Learn & Connect, STEAM Registration Required Program Description: Join us for our monthly STEM program for kids. This month, we’ll conduct a rainbow bubble snake experiment. 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+. 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 "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group May 12 2026 Tue Tuesday Tales (Ages 0-6) 10:00am–10:30am Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group May 12 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 May 12 2026 Tue Middle School Makers (Grades 5-8) 3:30pm–4:30pm Tweens & Teens 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.
May 12 2026 Tue The Estate Planning Experience 6:30pm–8:00pm May 12 2026 Tue The Estate Planning Experience 6:30pm–8:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: River Forest Public Library Room: Community Room Event Description This is a Celebrating Seniors event. It is open to the public. It will be a general discussion on estate planning with an attorney and a financial advisor.
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group May 12 2026 Tue Mahjong 101 (Beginner Level) 6:30pm–8:30pm Adults & Seniors Upcoming 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 May 13 2026 Wed Afternoon Book Club 1:30pm–2:30pm Adults & Seniors 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 "Kids" group May 13 2026 Wed Story Stretchers (Grades K-4) 3:30pm–4:00pm Kids Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group May 13 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 "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group May 14 2026 Thu Soft Play (Ages 0-6) 10:00am–10:45am Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group May 14 2026 Thu Soft Play (Ages 0-6) 10:00am–10:45am Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Library Lawn Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers Program Type: Culture & Entertainment, Learn & Connect Program Description: Experience sensory and physical play with The Soft Play Life. Children ages 0-6 under the supervision of their caregivers can enjoy a ball pit, double tunnel, seesaw, slide, and more! 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 14 2026 Thu Nature Art Studio (Grades K-4) 3:30pm–4:15pm Kids Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group May 14 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, STEAM 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 "Tweens & Teens" group May 14 2026 Thu Donuts & Discussion (Grades 5-8) 3:30pm–4:30pm Tweens & Teens Upcoming 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 May 14 2026 Thu Craft and Chat 7:00pm–8:30pm Adults & Seniors Upcoming 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.
May 15 2026 Fri Staff Training Day All Day Closing May 15 2026 Fri Closing Staff Training Day All Day Branches: River Forest Public Library
This event is in the "Kids" group May 17 2026 Sun LEGO Club (Grades K-4) 2:00pm–3:00pm Kids This event is in the "Kids" group May 17 2026 Sun LEGO Club (Grades K-4) 2:00pm–3:00pm 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. 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 May 18 2026 Mon Crafternoon (Grades K-4) 3:30pm–4:00pm Kids Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group May 18 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+. Messy Program Alert This program involves getting messy. Please wear appropriate clothing.
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group May 19 2026 Tue Tuesday Tales (Ages 0-6) 10:00am–10:30am Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group May 19 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 May 19 2026 Tue Middle School Makers (Grades 5-8) 3:30pm–4:30pm Tweens & Teens This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group May 19 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 "Everyone" group May 19 2026 Tue RFPL Board of Trustees Meeting 6:00pm–8:00pm Everyone This event is in the "Everyone" group May 19 2026 Tue RFPL Board of Trustees Meeting 6:00pm–8:00pm Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Everyone Program Type: Library Board
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group May 19 2026 Tue [Illinois Libraries Present] Babel-On with R.F. Kuang 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults & Seniors Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group May 19 2026 Tue [Illinois Libraries Present] Babel-On with R.F. Kuang 7:00pm–8:00pm Location: Virtual Zoom Age Group: Adults & Seniors Program Type: Authors & Books Program Description: R.F. Kuang’s genre-bending fiction broaches ordinarily serious topics from a satirical and fantastical perspective.
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group May 20 2026 Wed Great Decisions 1:00pm–2:30pm Adults & Seniors This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group May 20 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.
