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Time Sun (9/19) Mon (9/20) Tue (9/21) Wed (9/22) Thu (9/23) Fri (9/24) Sat (9/25)
10 am
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group

Virtual Story Time

10:00am–10:30am
Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group
Sep 21 2021 Tue

Virtual Story Time

10:00am–10:30am
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location: Virtual Zoom
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers
Program Type: Storytimes
Program Description:

Join us on the River Forest Public Library YouTube channel for a live virtual story time for young children. Subscribe to our page for alerts.

This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group

Social Stitching

10:00am–11:00am
Adults & Seniors
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group
Sep 22 2021 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: Culture & Entertainment, Learn & Connect
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. Brought to you in partnership with River Forest Township.

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

Toddler Time

10:00am–10:30am
Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group
Sep 23 2021 Thu

Toddler Time

10:00am–10:30am
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: Storytimes
Registration Required
Program Description:

Join library staff for stories and songs. Advanced registration required. 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

Craft Together

10:00am–10:45am
Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group
Sep 24 2021 Fri

Craft Together

10:00am–10:45am
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, Learn & Connect
Registration Required
Program Description:

Join us for our monthly crafting program for younger kids with their grownups. Advanced registration required. Ages 2-5. This month's activity is:

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
Reservation

FRED Meeting

12:00pm–1:30pm
Sep 21 2021 Tue

FRED Meeting

12:00pm–1:30pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: River Forest Public Library
Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Event Description

FRED meeting

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

Containers and Window Boxes: Creating the Wow Factor

2:00pm–3:30pm
Adults & Seniors
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group
Sep 19 2021 Sun

Containers and Window Boxes: Creating the Wow Factor

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, Sponsored by River Forest Township
Program Description:

If you’re short on time and space, containers provide an opportunity to add color and texture in sun and shade. Discover how to choose containers and plants for maximum effect with Nina Koziol.

This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group

Memory Cafe

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults & Seniors
Closed
Registration Required
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group
Sep 21 2021 Tue

Memory Cafe

2:00pm–4:00pm
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location: Virtual Zoom
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Program Type: Learn & Connect, Sponsored by River Forest Township
Registration Required
Program Description:

A Memory Cafe is a welcoming place for individuals living with memory changes along with their families and friends. Join for conversation and enjoyable activities in an informal setting.

This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group

DND 101

2:00pm–4:00pm
Tweens & Teens
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group
Sep 24 2021 Fri

DND 101

2:00pm–4:00pm
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: Tweens & Teens
Program Type: Culture & Entertainment, Learn & Connect, Sponsored by Oak Park River Forest Youth Services
Registration Required
Program Description:

Get started with the all-time greatest role-playing game: Dungeons & Dragons! No previous roleplaying or DND experience is required. This program is intended for students in grades 5-8. Advanced registration required.

3 pm
This event is in the "Kids" group

Crafternoon

3:45pm–4:30pm
Kids
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
Sep 20 2021 Mon

Crafternoon

3:45pm–4:30pm
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, STEAM
Registration Required
Program Description:

Join us for our monthly crafting program for kids. Advanced registration required. Grades K-4. This month's activity is:

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

Middle School Makers

3:30pm–4:45pm
Tweens & Teens
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group
Sep 21 2021 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: Culture & Entertainment, Sponsored by Oak Park River Forest Youth Services, STEAM
Program Description:

Middle Schoolers are invited to drop in every Tuesday after school to make something cool. Space is limited and spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis. * Sponsored by OPRF Youth Services

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

Sensory Play Time

3:30pm–4:00pm
Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group
Sep 23 2021 Thu

Sensory Play Time

3:30pm–4:00pm
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Library Lawn
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers
Program Type: Learn & Connect
Registration Required
Program Description:

Babies and toddlers explore their five senses through engaging sensory stations. This program will be held outside, weather permitting and will be moved indoors in the case of rain. Advance registration required. Birth-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. 

4 pm
This event is in the "Kids" group

Story Stretchers

4:00pm–4:30pm
Kids
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
Sep 22 2021 Wed

Story Stretchers

4:00pm–4:30pm
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, Storytimes
Registration Required
Program Description:

Listen to a story and do creative extension activities like crafts, games, and storytelling. Advanced registration required. 4-7 years.

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

Sensory Play Time

4:00pm–4:30pm
Kids
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
Sep 23 2021 Thu

Sensory Play Time

4:00pm–4:30pm
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Library Lawn
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Learn & Connect
Registration Required
Program Description:

Babies and toddlers explore their five senses through engaging sensory stations. This program will be held outside, weather permitting and will be moved indoors in the case of rain. Advance registration required. 4-10 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. 

5 pm
6 pm
This event is in the "Everyone" group

RFPL Board of Trustees Meeting

6:00pm–8:30pm
Everyone
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Sep 21 2021 Tue

RFPL Board of Trustees Meeting

6:00pm–8:30pm
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Library Board
Program Description:

This meeting will be held in person.

Reservation

KIWANIS

6:30pm–8:45pm
Sep 22 2021 Wed

KIWANIS

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

KIWANIS

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