This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group Middle School Makers (Grades 5-8) Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sponsored by Oak Park River Forest Youth Services, STEAM Age Group: Tweens & Teens Middle Schoolers are invited to join us every Tuesday to create something new. Sponsored by OPRF Youth Services. View Details This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group Dec 16 2025 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 "Kids" group Story Stretchers (Grades K-4) Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learn & Connect, Storytimes Age Group: Kids Listen to a story and do creative extension activities like crafts, games, and storytelling. Registration is required. Grades K-4. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Dec 17 2025 Wed Story Stretchers (Grades K-4) 3:30pm–4:00pm Open Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learn & Connect, 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+. Messy Program Alert This program involves getting messy. Please wear appropriate clothing.
This event is in the "Kids" group Crafternoon (Grades K-4) Monday, December 22, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learn & Connect Age Group: Kids Join us for our monthly crafting program for kids! Registration is required. For grades K-4. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Dec 22 2025 Mon Crafternoon (Grades K-4) 3:30pm–4:15pm Open 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 "Tweens & Teens" group Teen Take & Makes (Grades 5-12) Friday, January 2, 2026 at 9:00am - 9:30am Fireside at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Tweens & Teens Pick up a program in a bag kit to enjoy at home! Bags will be different each month and include craft or activity supplies. Available on a first come, first served basis. View Details This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group Jan 2 2026 Fri Teen Take & Makes (Grades 5-12) 9:00am–9:30am Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Fireside Age Group: Tweens & Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Program Description: Pick up a program in a bag kit to enjoy at home! Bags will be different each month and include craft or activity supplies. Available on a first come, first served basis. Disclaimer(s) Material Pickup Required This program requires materials to be picked up at our service desk prior to the program.
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group Middle School Makers (Grades 5-8) Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sponsored by Oak Park River Forest Youth Services, STEAM Age Group: Tweens & Teens Middle Schoolers are invited to join us every Tuesday to create something new. Sponsored by OPRF Youth Services. View Details This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group Jan 6 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 "Kids" group Story Stretchers (grades K-4) Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learn & Connect, STEAM, Storytimes Age Group: Kids Listen to a story and do creative extension activities like crafts, games, and storytelling. Registration is required. Grades K-4. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Story Stretchers (grades K-4) 3:30pm–4:00pm Open Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts, 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+. Messy Program Alert This program involves getting messy. Please wear appropriate clothing.
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group Middle School Makers (Grades 5-8) Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sponsored by Oak Park River Forest Youth Services, STEAM Age Group: Tweens & Teens Middle Schoolers are invited to join us every Tuesday to create something new. Sponsored by OPRF Youth Services. View Details This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group Jan 13 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 "Tweens & Teens" group Middle School Makers (Grades 5-8) Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sponsored by Oak Park River Forest Youth Services, STEAM Age Group: Tweens & Teens Middle Schoolers are invited to join us every Tuesday to create something new. Sponsored by OPRF Youth Services. View Details This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group Jan 20 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 "Kids" group Story Stretchers (grades K-4) Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learn & Connect, STEAM, Storytimes Age Group: Kids Listen to a story and do creative extension activities like crafts, games, and storytelling. Registration is required. Grades K-4. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Jan 21 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, 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+. Messy Program Alert This program involves getting messy. Please wear appropriate clothing.
This event is in the "Kids" group Crafternoon (Grades K-4) Monday, January 26, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learn & Connect Age Group: Kids Join us for our monthly crafting program for kids! Registration is required. For grades K-4. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Jan 26 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+. 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 "Tweens & Teens" group Middle School Makers (Grades 5-8) Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sponsored by Oak Park River Forest Youth Services, STEAM Age Group: Tweens & Teens Middle Schoolers are invited to join us every Tuesday to create something new. Sponsored by OPRF Youth Services. View Details This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group Jan 27 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 "Tweens & Teens" group Half Day Craft 'n' Snack (Grades 5-8) Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 11:30am - 1:00pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learn & Connect Age Group: Tweens & Teens Join us after this half day of school for a craft and some treats! View Details This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group Jan 29 2026 Thu Half Day Craft 'n' Snack (Grades 5-8) 11:30am–1:00pm Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Tweens & Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learn & Connect Program Description: Join us after this half day of school for a craft and some treats! 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 "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group Mini Makers (Ages 0-6) Friday, January 30, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Children's Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learn & Connect Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers Pop in the children's room on the last Friday of the month and make a fun craft! For ages 0-6 with a caregiver. View Details This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group Jan 30 2026 Fri Mini Makers (Ages 0-6) 10:00am–11:00am Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Children's Room Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learn & Connect Program Description: Pop in the children's room on the last Friday of the month and make a fun craft! For ages 0-6 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. Messy Program Alert This program involves getting messy. Please wear appropriate clothing.
This event is in the "Families" group Let's Make: Your Own Washi Tape Car Track! (Families) Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learn & Connect, Storytimes Age Group: Families Join us for a story and bring your own toy car! We will create our own car track with carboard and washi tape to use and take home. For families. View Details This event is in the "Families" group Jan 31 2026 Sat Let's Make: Your Own Washi Tape Car Track! (Families) 2:00pm–3:00pm Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Families Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learn & Connect, Storytimes Program Description: Join us for a story and bring your own toy car! We will create our own car track with carboard and washi tape to use and take home. For families. 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. Messy Program Alert This program involves getting messy. Please wear appropriate clothing.
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group Teen Take & Makes (Grades 5-12) Sunday, February 1, 2026 at 9:00am - 9:30am Fireside at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Tweens & Teens Pick up a program in a bag kit to enjoy at home! Bags will be different each month and include craft or activity supplies. Available on a first come, first served basis. View Details This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group Feb 1 2026 Sun Teen Take & Makes (Grades 5-12) 9:00am–9:30am Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Fireside Age Group: Tweens & Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Program Description: Pick up a program in a bag kit to enjoy at home! Bags will be different each month and include craft or activity supplies. Available on a first come, first served basis. Disclaimer(s) Material Pickup Required This program requires materials to be picked up at our service desk prior to the program.
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group Middle School Makers (Grades 5-8) Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sponsored by Oak Park River Forest Youth Services, STEAM Age Group: Tweens & Teens Middle Schoolers are invited to join us every Tuesday to create something new. Sponsored by OPRF Youth Services. View Details This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group Feb 3 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 "Kids" group Story Stretchers (grades K-4) Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learn & Connect, STEAM, Storytimes Age Group: Kids Listen to a story and do creative extension activities like crafts, games, and storytelling. Registration is required. Grades K-4. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 4 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, 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+. Messy Program Alert This program involves getting messy. Please wear appropriate clothing.
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group Middle School Makers (Grades 5-8) Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sponsored by Oak Park River Forest Youth Services, STEAM Age Group: Tweens & Teens Middle Schoolers are invited to join us every Tuesday to create something new. Sponsored by OPRF Youth Services. View Details This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group Feb 10 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 "Kids" group Nature Art Studio (Grades K-4) Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm Community Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learn & Connect Age Group: Kids 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. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 12 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 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 "Adults & Seniors" group Craft and Chat Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sponsored by River Forest Township Age Group: Adults & Seniors Crafting isn't just for kids! This month's craft for adults: a beaded jewelry-making workshop led by a guest instructor. The Library will provide all materials, so you only need to bring your creativity. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group Feb 12 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, Sponsored by River Forest Township Registration Required Program Description: Crafting isn't just for kids! This month's craft for adults: a beaded jewelry-making workshop led by a guest instructor. The Library will provide all materials, so you only need to bring your creativity.
This event is in the "Families" group Palentines (Families) Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes Age Group: Families Join us for stories about love and friendship, then make some valentines for your friends and family! For families. View Details This event is in the "Families" group Feb 14 2026 Sat Palentines (Families) 10:00am–11:00am Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Families Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes Program Description: Join us for stories about love and friendship, then make some valentines for your friends and family! For families. 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. Messy Program Alert This program involves getting messy. Please wear appropriate clothing.
This event is in the "Kids" group Crafternoon (Grades K-4) Monday, February 23, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learn & Connect Age Group: Kids Join us for our monthly crafting program for kids! Registration is required. For grades K-4. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 23 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+. 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 "Tweens & Teens" group Middle School Makers (Grades 5-8) Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Barbara Hall Meeting Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sponsored by Oak Park River Forest Youth Services, STEAM Age Group: Tweens & Teens Middle Schoolers are invited to join us every Tuesday to create something new. Sponsored by OPRF Youth Services. View Details This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group Feb 24 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 "Kids" group Nature Art Studio (Grades K-4) Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm Community Room at River Forest Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learn & Connect Age Group: Kids 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. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 26 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 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.
