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All Day
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group

Middle School Take and Make

All Day
Tweens & Teens
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group
Sep 10 2019 Tue

Middle School Take and Make

All Day
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Library-wide
Age Group: Tweens & Teens
Program Type: Culture & Entertainment, Sponsored by Oak Park River Forest Youth Services, STEAM
Program Description:

Each week September through November we will feature a new Take and Make activity in the MS and Teen area. While supplies last. Sponsored by Oak Park & River Forest Youth Services.

10 am
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group

Coffee Monday

10:00am–11:00am
Adults & Seniors
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group
Sep 9 2019 Mon

Coffee Monday

10:00am–11:00am
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
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 program is brought to you in partnership with River Forest Township.

This month is sponsored by Ten Thousand Villages in Oak Park! They will bring their fair trade coffee and discuss fair trade and ethical retailing practices.

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Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

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
Sep 11 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: Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Program Type: Learn & Connect
Program Description:

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.

During the renovation, this program will take place upstairs in the Middle School area of the library.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

11 am
12 pm
1 pm
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group

Afternoon Book Discussion Group

1:30pm–2:30pm
Adults & Seniors
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group
Sep 11 2019 Wed

Afternoon Book Discussion Group

1:30pm–2:30pm
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: Authors & Books
Program Description:

Come for a discussion of a different title each month. Books are available for pick-up from the Circulation Desk one month before the discussion date.

 

9/11: Before We Were Yours by Lisa Wingate

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

2 pm
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group

Barbara Scoblic Author Event

2:00pm–3:30pm
Adults & Seniors
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group
Sep 8 2019 Sun

Barbara Scoblic Author Event

2:00pm–3:30pm
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: Authors & Books
Program Description:

Barbara Scoblic will discuss her new memoir of resilience, courage, and reinvention, Lost Without the River, which covers her experience growing up on a small Depression-era farm in South Dakota while yearning for a bigger life.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

3 pm
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
Sep 9 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: Children's Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers, Kids
Program Type: Storytimes
Program Description:

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. 

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Family Disney Trivia

6:00pm–8:00pm
Everyone
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Sep 13 2019 Fri

Family Disney Trivia

6:00pm–8:00pm
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Fireside
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Culture & Entertainment
Registration Required
Program Description:

Calling Disney buffs of all ages! Come share your expert knowledge, win prizes, and have a blast! Teams of 4-6 players are invited to participate in a fun night of family friendly trivia. A pizza dinner will be served.

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.

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