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River Forest Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed on Sundays Memorial Day through Labor Day.

9 am
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group

Family Story Time

9:30am–10:00am
Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group
Jun 14 2019 Fri

Family Story Time

9:30am–10:00am
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers
Program Type: Storytimes

Join library staff for stories and songs. This is a fun story time for kids ages birth 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. 

10 am
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group

Mother Goose Café

10:00am–11:00am
Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group
Jun 11 2019 Tue

Mother Goose Café

10:00am–11:00am
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers
Program Type: Storytimes

Join us for stories, song, and play. Stories begin at 10:20 AM. Ages birth-18 months 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 "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group

Story Time at Fresh Thyme Farmers Market

10:00am–10:30am
Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers
Offsite Event
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group
Jun 12 2019 Wed

Story Time at Fresh Thyme Farmers Market

10:00am–10:30am
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location: Off Site
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers
Program Type: Storytimes
Program Description:

Join RFPL staff for stories, songs, rhymes, and a snack at Fresh Thyme Market. Join RFPL staff for stories, songs, rhymes, and a snack at Fresh Thyme Market.

This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group

Connect With Tech

10:00am–11:30am
Adults & Seniors
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group
Jun 12 2019 Wed

Connect With Tech

10:00am–11:30am
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Fireside
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Program Type: Learn & Connect, Sponsored by River Forest Township

Are you a local senior who wants to get more out of your smartphone, eReader, tablet, or personal computer? Would you like to explore better ways to connect electronically with family? Concerned about internet safety? Then join us for Connect with Tech, which helps beginner tech users in a small, intimate group setting. Bring your questions and devices, or use one of the laptops provided. No need to sign up, just drop in anytime during the session to learn. This program is brought to you in partnership with River Forest Township.

This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group
This event is in the "Kids" group

Alina Celeste Concert

10:00am–11:00am
Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers, Kids
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
Jun 13 2019 Thu

Alina Celeste Concert

10:00am–11:00am
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Library Lawn
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers, Kids
Program Type: Culture & Entertainment
Program Description:

Alina Celeste joins us for a live musical show featuring sing-alongs, dance-alongs, family jams, and unforgettable musical stories. This program will be held outside, weather permitting. Rain Location: RFPL Meeting Room.

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 "Adults & Seniors" group

Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body

10:00am–11:30am
Adults & Seniors
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group
Jun 15 2019 Sat

Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body

10:00am–11:30am
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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:

For centuries, we've known the health of the brain and body are connected. Now, science is able to provide insights into how to optimize our physical and cognitive health as we age.

11 am
12 pm
1 pm
2 pm
This event is in the "Kids" group

LEGO Club

2:00pm–3:00pm
Kids
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
Jun 15 2019 Sat

LEGO Club

2:00pm–3:00pm
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required

LEGO fans will be given a new LEGO building challenge each time we meet. LEGO bricks will be provided.

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+.

3 pm
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Summer Reading Kick Off Party

3:00pm–5:30pm
Everyone
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Jun 12 2019 Wed

Summer Reading Kick Off Party

3:00pm–5:30pm
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Library-wide
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description:

Start your summer off right! Sign up for our summer reading program and then join us in the park for a bounce house, popcorn, and lawn games. All summer reading participants are welcome to attend. 

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

Galaxy Slime

3:00pm–4:00pm
Kids
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
Jun 14 2019 Fri

Galaxy Slime

3:00pm–4:00pm
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Program Description:

Create your own ooey gooey galaxy slime complete with stars, glitter, and more. Advanced 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+.

Messy Program Alert

This program involves getting messy. Please wear appropriate clothing.

4 pm
5 pm
6 pm
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group
This event is in the "Kids" group

Pajama Story Time

6:30pm–7:00pm
Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers, Kids
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
Jun 10 2019 Mon

Pajama Story Time

6:30pm–7:00pm
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers, Kids
Program Type: Storytimes

Wear your pajamas and bring a stuffed friend to our special evening story time program! Ages 2-7 years 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. 

Reservation

KIWANIS

6:30pm–8:30pm
Jun 12 2019 Wed

KIWANIS

6:30pm–8:30pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: River Forest Public Library
Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Event Description

KIWANIS Meeting

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