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

Backwards Story Time Remix

9:30am–10:00am
Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group
Jan 31 2020 Fri

Backwards Story Time Remix

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
Program Description:

Celebrate Backwards Day with a special remixed story time featuring silly songs, backwards stories, wacky mash ups and more. Ages birth through 6 with caregiver.

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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
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group

Stroller Strides Free Class

10:00am–11:00am
Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers, Adults & Seniors
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group
Jan 28 2020 Tue

Stroller Strides Free Class

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, Adults & Seniors
Registration Required
Program Description:

Learn how to exercise with baby in tow at this free class hosted by Kate Powlus, the owner of Fit4Mom Oak Park River Forest. Please bring stollers, baby carrier, and a yoga mat if desired. Advanced Registration required.

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

Move and Groove with Infinity and Beyond Academy

10:00am–11:00am
Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group
Jan 30 2020 Thu

Move and Groove with Infinity and Beyond Academy

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: Learn & Connect
Program Description:

Join Miss Cassia from Infinity and Beyond Academy for a fun gym class featuring tumbling and movement activities.

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

Happy Houseplants

2:00pm–3:30pm
Adults & Seniors
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group
Jan 26 2020 Sun

Happy Houseplants

2:00pm–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, , Sponsored by River Forest Township
Program Description:

Regan from Good Earth Greenhouse will present on houseplants, including new trends, their impact on health and happiness, and poisonous plants in the home for pets or children.

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 "Everyone" group

African Dance Fusion

2:00pm–3:00pm
Everyone
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Feb 1 2020 Sat

African Dance Fusion

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: Everyone
Program Type: Culture & Entertainment
Registration Required
Program Description:

African Dance Fusion is a unique blend of African Dance, South American movement, and Egyptian dance, spiced up with a hint of jazz, hip hop, and a bit of Line dance.

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
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 28 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 "Kids" group

Superhero Training Course

3:45pm–4:45pm
Kids
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
Jan 29 2020 Wed

Superhero Training Course

3:45pm–4:45pm
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: Culture & Entertainment
Registration Required
Program Description:

Have you ever wanted to become a superhero? Now you can! Make a superhero mask and cape, work through an obstacle course, 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+.

This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group

Story Studio: Animania

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

Story Studio: Animania

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, Learn & Connect, Sponsored by Oak Park River Forest Youth Services
Program Description:

Doodle your favorite characters while discussing the latest anime and manga series. Sponsored by the Oak Park River Forest Youth Services

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 31 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.

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