This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group Jul 23 2026 Thu Stories in the Forest at Trailside (Ages 0-6) 10:00am–10:30am Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers Offsite Event This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group Jul 23 2026 Thu Stories in the Forest at Trailside (Ages 0-6) 10:00am–10:30am Location: Off Site Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers Program Type: Learn & Connect, Storytimes Program Description: Join the River Forest Public Library and Trailside Museum staff at the Trailside Museum of Natural History for a free “Stories in the Forest” program! Meet at the outdoor Nature Play Area Gazebo by the Museum. 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 "Tweens & Teens" group Jul 23 2026 Thu Painted Plant Pots (Grades 5-12) 3:00pm–4:00pm Tweens & Teens Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group Jul 23 2026 Thu Painted Plant Pots (Grades 5-12) 3:00pm–4:00pm Upcoming Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Tweens & Teens Program Type: STEAM Registration Required Program Description: Celebrate our Summer Reading theme "Plant a Seed, Read!" by painting a plant pot! Plants to go in pots will be provided. Registration required. Disclaimer(s) Messy Program Alert This program involves getting messy. Please wear appropriate clothing.
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group Jul 23 2026 Thu Summer Concert Series: Terry White & The Loaded Dice Play Bob Dylan 7:00pm–8:30pm Adults & Seniors This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group Jul 23 2026 Thu Summer Concert Series: Terry White & The Loaded Dice Play Bob Dylan 7:00pm–8:30pm Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Library Lawn Age Group: Adults & Seniors Program Type: Culture & Entertainment Program Description: Get your lawn chairs ready for the return of our annual outdoor concert series! This month, we're paying tribute to the only songwriter ever to win the Nobel Prize in Literature: Bob Dylan.
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group Jul 24 2026 Fri Storytime in the Garden (Ages 0-6) 10:00am–10:30am Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group Jul 24 2026 Fri Storytime in the Garden (Ages 0-6) 10:00am–10:30am Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Library Lawn Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers Program Type: Learn & Connect, Storytimes Program Description: Enjoy the outdoors and fresh air in this energetic storytime in the Library garden. For Ages 0-6 with a caregiver. In case of rain, program will be moved indoors. 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 "Tweens & Teens" group Jul 27 2026 Mon Teen Take & Makes (Grades 5-12) 9:00am–9:30am Tweens & Teens This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group Jul 27 2026 Mon 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, STEAM Program Description: Pick up a program in a bag kit to enjoy at home! Bags will be different each week 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 "Kids" group Jul 27 2026 Mon Messy Mondays (Grades K-4) 3:30pm–4:00pm Kids Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Jul 27 2026 Mon Messy Mondays (Grades K-4) 3:30pm–4:00pm Upcoming Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Library Lawn Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learn & Connect, STEAM Registration Required Program Description: Join us on the Library Lawn for some tactile art. Dress for mess! For grades K-4, registration required. In case of rain, event will be cancelled. 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 "Families" group Jul 28 2026 Tue Bird of a Feather Concert (Families) 10:00am–10:45am Families This event is in the "Families" group Jul 28 2026 Tue Bird of a Feather Concert (Families) 10:00am–10:45am Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Library Lawn Age Group: Families Program Type: Culture & Entertainment, Learn & Connect Program Description: Join Birds of a Feather, a superduo consisting of two kids music luminaries - Brooklyn's, longtime children's music pioneer, Suzi Shelton and Filipina-American Little Miss Ann of Chicago, for a concert on the Library Lawn. 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.
This event is in the "Kids" group Jul 28 2026 Tue Read to a Dog, Read with Me (Grades K-4) 6:00pm–7:00pm Kids Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Jul 28 2026 Tue Read to a Dog, Read with Me (Grades K-4) 6:00pm–7:00pm Upcoming Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Community Room Age Group: Kids Program Type: Learn & Connect Registration Required Program Description: Join library staff and PAWSitive and read to a dog! This exercise allows emerging readers to get comfortable practicing with the best listener around, a dog! 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+.
Jul 28 2026 Tue RFPL Foundation Meeting 7:00pm–9:00pm Jul 28 2026 Tue RFPL Foundation Meeting 7:00pm–9:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Event Description RFPL Foundation meeting
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group Jul 30 2026 Thu Stories in the Forest at Trailside (Ages 0-6) 10:00am–10:30am Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers Offsite Event This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group Jul 30 2026 Thu Stories in the Forest at Trailside (Ages 0-6) 10:00am–10:30am Location: Off Site Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers Program Type: Learn & Connect, Storytimes Program Description: Join the River Forest Public Library and Trailside Museum staff at the Trailside Museum of Natural History for a free “Stories in the Forest” program! Meet at the outdoor Nature Play Area Gazebo by the Museum. 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 "Families" group Jul 30 2026 Thu Kayak with the Library! (Families) 11:00am–12:00pm Families Offsite Event This event is in the "Families" group Jul 30 2026 Thu Kayak with the Library! (Families) 11:00am–12:00pm Location: Off Site Age Group: Families Program Type: Culture & Entertainment, Health & Wellness, Learn & Connect Program Description: We're partnering with the Forest Preserves of Cook County! Kayak on Thatcher Glen Pond at the Trailside Museum with members of the Children's staff! Children 5 and up and their adult can join us on the pond in a tandem kayak! 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. Material Pickup Required This program requires materials to be picked up at our service desk prior to the program.
This event is in the "Everyone" group This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group Jul 30 2026 Thu Jigsaw Puzzle Race 6:00pm–8:00pm Everyone, Adults & Seniors Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Everyone" group This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group Jul 30 2026 Thu Jigsaw Puzzle Race 6:00pm–8:00pm Upcoming Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Everyone, Adults & Seniors Program Type: Culture & Entertainment, Sponsored by River Forest Township Registration Required Program Description: Test your puzzle speed in a timed competition! Teams of 2-4 people will each be given the same 500-piece jigsaw puzzle. The team that completes the puzzle first, or gets closest within 2 hours, will be the winners. Pizza will be served.
This event is in the "Kids" group Aug 1 2026 Sat Family Fun Bags 9:00am–10:00am Kids This event is in the "Kids" group Aug 1 2026 Sat Family Fun Bags 9:00am–10:00am Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Children's Room Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Culture & Entertainment, STEAM Program Description: Pick up a bag of fun activities to do together at home. Bags are available while supplies last. 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 "Adults & Seniors" group Aug 1 2026 Sat Local Author Event with James Elsener 2:00pm–3:30pm Adults & Seniors This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group Aug 1 2026 Sat Local Author Event with James Elsener 2:00pm–3:30pm Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Adults & Seniors Program Type: Authors & Books, Learn & Connect, Sponsored by River Forest Township Program Description: Join us for an afternoon with River Forest's own James Elsener, co-author of the new book Sirens in the Loop: A History of the City News Bureau of Chicago.
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group Aug 3 2026 Mon Teen Take & Makes (Grades 5-12) 9:00am–9:30am Tweens & Teens This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group Aug 3 2026 Mon 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, STEAM Program Description: Pick up a program in a bag kit to enjoy at home! Bags will be different each week 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 "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group Aug 3 2026 Mon Mini Messy Mondays (Ages 2-6) 10:00am–10:30am Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group Aug 3 2026 Mon Mini Messy Mondays (Ages 2-6) 10:00am–10:30am Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Library Lawn Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learn & Connect, STEAM Program Description: Join us in the library garden for some tactile art, while supplies last. Dress for mess! For ages 2-6 with a caregiver. In the event of rain, program will be cancelled. 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. 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 "Adults & Seniors" group Aug 3 2026 Mon Coffee Monday 10:00am–11:00am Adults & Seniors This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group Aug 3 2026 Mon Coffee Monday 10:00am–11:00am 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.
This event is in the "Families" group Aug 4 2026 Tue Special ZAP! Storytime at the Zoo! with Miss Jenn at Brookfield Zoo! 10:30am–11:15am Families Offsite Event This event is in the "Families" group Aug 4 2026 Tue Special ZAP! Storytime at the Zoo! with Miss Jenn at Brookfield Zoo! 10:30am–11:15am Location: Off Site Age Group: Families Program Type: Learn & Connect, Storytimes Program Description: Join Miss Jenn and staff from the Brookfield Zoo for a very special story time all about animal movement! The ZAP! Storytime at the Zoo! will take place at the Hamill Family Nature Plaza. 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.
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group Aug 4 2026 Tue Teen Tie Dye (Grades 5-12) 3:00pm–4:00pm Tweens & Teens This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group Aug 4 2026 Tue Teen Tie Dye (Grades 5-12) 3:00pm–4:00pm Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Library Lawn Age Group: Tweens & Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Program Description: Bring a light colored item of clothing to tie dye on the lawn with Library staff! In the event of rain, this program will be cancelled. Disclaimer(s) Messy Program Alert This program involves getting messy. Please wear appropriate clothing.
This event is in the "Kids" group Aug 5 2026 Wed Decorate Your Own Mini-Planter (Grades K-4) 3:30pm–4:00pm Kids Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Aug 5 2026 Wed Decorate Your Own Mini-Planter (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 Registration Required Program Description: Decorate your own mini-planter, then plant your own succulent to keep! For grades K-4. Registration is required. 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 Aug 5 2026 Wed Evening Book Club 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults & Seniors This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group Aug 5 2026 Wed Evening Book Club 7:00pm–8:00pm Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Adults & Seniors Program Type: Authors & Books Program Description: The evening book discussion group meets on the first Wednesday of each month. Books are available at the circulation desk one month before each meeting. These book discussions are open to all adults.
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group Aug 6 2026 Thu Stories in the Forest at Trailside (Ages 0-6) 10:00am–10:30am Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers Offsite Event This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group Aug 6 2026 Thu Stories in the Forest at Trailside (Ages 0-6) 10:00am–10:30am Location: Off Site Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers Program Type: Learn & Connect, Storytimes Program Description: Join the River Forest Public Library and Trailside Museum staff at the Trailside Museum of Natural History for a free “Stories in the Forest” program! Meet at the outdoor Nature Play Area Gazebo by the Museum. 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 "Tweens & Teens" group Aug 6 2026 Thu Teen Tasters (Grades 5-8) 3:30pm–4:30pm Tweens & Teens Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group Aug 6 2026 Thu Teen Tasters (Grades 5-8) 3:30pm–4:30pm Upcoming Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Tweens & Teens Program Type: Culture & Entertainment, Food & Cooking Registration Required Program Description: Try out a variety of unique foods from a different country each month in this fun taste test program.
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group Aug 6 2026 Thu Watch the Oscar Nominees: It Was Just An Accident 6:30pm–8:30pm Adults & Seniors This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group Aug 6 2026 Thu Watch the Oscar Nominees: It Was Just An Accident 6:30pm–8:30pm Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Adults & Seniors Program Type: Culture & Entertainment Program Description: Need to catch up with this year's crop of Academy Award nominees? This summer, the Library will screen a nominated film on the first Thursday evening of the month from May through August.
