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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
Jan 10 2020 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 "Adults & Seniors" group

Coffee Monday

10:00am–11:00am
Adults & Seniors
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group
Jan 6 2020 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: 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.

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.

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
Jan 7 2020 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.

Join us for stories, songs, 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
Jan 8 2020 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 Farmers Market. **This program is held at Fresh Thyme Farmers Market (7501 W North Ave, River Forest, IL 60305)**

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

Toddler Time

10:00am–10:30am
Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group
Jan 9 2020 Thu

Toddler Time

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

Join us for stories, music, and movement. Ages 18 months-3 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 "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group

Kindermusik with Ms. Pat

10:00am–11:00am
Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group
Jan 11 2020 Sat

Kindermusik with Ms. Pat

10:00am–11:00am
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: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers
Program Type: Culture & Entertainment, Storytimes
Registration Required
Program Description:

Join local music educator Ms. Pat for this fun musical class for toddlers. Advanced Registration required. Ages 1-4.

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. 

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

Afternoon Book Club

1:30pm–2:30pm
Adults & Seniors
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group
Jan 8 2020 Wed

Afternoon Book Club

1:30pm–2:30pm
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: 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.

1/8: The Flight Portfolio by Julie Orringer

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.

This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group

Foreign Film Forum

1:30pm–3:30pm
Adults & Seniors
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group
Jan 11 2020 Sat

Foreign Film Forum

1:30pm–3:30pm
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: Culture & Entertainment
Program Description:

Head to the River Forest Library for a free viewing of a foreign film on our big screen. Screenings are held on the second Saturday afternoon of each month.

January's Film: A Man Called Ove (Swedish)

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
3 pm
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group

Middle School Makers

3:30pm–4:45pm
Tweens & Teens
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group
Jan 7 2020 Tue

Middle School Makers

3:30pm–4:45pm
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens & Teens
Program Type: Learn & Connect, Sponsored by Oak Park River Forest Youth Services, STEAM

Middle Schoolers are invited to drop in every Tuesday after school to make a cool craft. Space is limited and spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group

Cocoa Loco

3:30pm–4:30pm
Tweens & Teens
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group
Jan 9 2020 Thu

Cocoa Loco

3:30pm–4:30pm
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens & Teens
Program Type: Culture & Entertainment
Program Description:

Learn about a favorite winter drink: hot chocolate! Then, make your own unique hot chocolate mix to take home. Grades 5-12

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 "Tweens & Teens" group

Middle School Gaming/Movie

3:30pm–5:00pm
Tweens & Teens
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group
Jan 10 2020 Fri

Middle School Gaming/Movie

3:30pm–5:00pm
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens & Teens
Program Type: Culture & Entertainment, Learn & Connect, Sponsored by Oak Park River Forest Youth Services

Kids and teens in grades 5-8 are invited to drop in to watch a movie or play games. All movies will be rated G or PG.

4 pm
5 pm
6 pm
Reservation

WSHDC

6:30pm–8:45pm
Jan 6 2020 Mon

WSHDC

6:30pm–8:45pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: River Forest Public Library
Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Event Description

WSHDC Meeting

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

Evening Book Club

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults & Seniors
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group
Jan 8 2020 Wed

Evening Book Club

7:00pm–8:00pm
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Program Type: Authors & Books
Program Description:

The Evening Book Club meets the first Wednesday of the month. Books are available from the library Circulation Desk one month before the discussion date.

1/8: Dinner at the Homesick Restaurant by Anne Tyler

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.

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