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

Saturday Story Time

9:30am–10:00am
Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group
Mar 28 2020 Sat

Cancelled

Saturday Story Time

9:30am–10:00am
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Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers
Program Type: Storytimes
Program Description:

Wake up and head to the Children's Room for stories and songs. This is a fun weekend story time for kids ages birth through 6 with a 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 "Kids" group

Spring Break: Block Party

10:00am–4:00pm
Kids
This event is in the "Kids" group
Mar 23 2020 Mon

Spring Break: Block Party

10:00am–4:00pm
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Learn & Connect
Program Description:

Do you love to build things? Visit the Children’s Room all day to play with a variety of blocks. Ages 2-10.

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 "Kids" group

Spring Break: Build a Fort

10:00am–4:00pm
Kids
This event is in the "Kids" group
Mar 24 2020 Tue

Spring Break: Build a Fort

10:00am–4:00pm
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Learn & Connect, STEAM
Program Description:

Turn the Children’s Room into the fort of your dreams. Bring your own blankets and pillows or use what we have here to build a cozy hideaway. Ages 2-10.

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 "Adults & Seniors" group

Social Stitching

10:00am–11:00am
Adults & Seniors
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group
Mar 25 2020 Wed

Social Stitching

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:

Do you enjoy knitting, crochet, cross-stitching, or sewing? Then join us on the 4th Wednesday of the month to socialize while you stitch! Bring your own materials. This program is brought to you in partnership with River Forest Township.

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 "Kids" group

Spring Break: Puppet Party

10:00am–4:00pm
Kids
This event is in the "Kids" group
Mar 25 2020 Wed

Spring Break: Puppet Party

10:00am–4:00pm
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Culture & Entertainment
Program Description:

Stop by to create your own puppets and put on a spontaneous puppet show in the Children’s Room. Supplies will be provided. Ages 1-10.

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 "Kids" group

Spring Break: Freestyle Crafts

10:00am–4:00pm
Kids
This event is in the "Kids" group
Mar 26 2020 Thu

Spring Break: Freestyle Crafts

10:00am–4:00pm
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: STEAM
Program Description:

We’ve got the craft supplies; you’ve got the talent. Get those creative juices flowing! Supplies will be provided. Ages 3-10.

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 "Kids" group

Spring Break: Games Galore

10:00am–4:00pm
Kids
This event is in the "Kids" group
Mar 27 2020 Fri

Spring Break: Games Galore

10:00am–4:00pm
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Culture & Entertainment
Program Description:

Challenge a friend or sibling to a fun board game. Games will be available all day in the Children’s Room. Ages 3-10.

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+.

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

Healthy Lawn-Healthy Family

2:00pm–3:30pm
Adults & Seniors
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group
Mar 22 2020 Sun

Healthy Lawn-Healthy Family

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: , Learn & Connect
Program Description:

David Murphy from The Deep Roots Project will present strategies to eliminate the use of pesticides and other chemicals in resident lawn care routines. Keep your family, lawn and environment healthy.

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