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All Day
Closing

Closed due to winter storm

All Day
Dec 23 2022 Fri
Closing

Closed due to winter storm

All Day
Branches:
River Forest Public Library
Closing

Library closed in observance of Christmas

All Day
Dec 24 2022 Sat
Closing

Library closed in observance of Christmas

All Day
Branches:
River Forest Public Library
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
Dec 20 2022 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 Library YouTube channel for a live virtual story time for young children. Subscribe to our page for alerts.

11 am
12 pm
1 pm
Closing

Closing early due to winter storm

1:00pm–9:00pm
Dec 22 2022 Thu
Closing

Closing early due to winter storm

1:00pm–9:00pm
Branches:
River Forest Public Library
2 pm
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group

Adult Coloring Club

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults & Seniors
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group
Dec 18 2022 Sun

Adult Coloring Club

2:00pm–3:00pm
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Program Type: Learn & Connect, Sponsored by River Forest Township
Program Description:

Coloring isn't just for kids! Studies have shown that coloring has mental health benefits for adults. It's relaxing, fun, and an opportunity to socialize at the library. We will provide materials, so you do not need to bring anything.

This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group

Memory Cafe

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults & Seniors
Offsite Event
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group
Dec 20 2022 Tue

Memory Cafe

2:00pm–4:00pm
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location: Off Site
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Program Type: Learn & Connect
Program Description:

Designed for individuals living with memory loss and their care partners to have a safe space in the community to connect through conversation and enjoyable activities, Memory Cafe is a partnership of Oak Park Township Senior Services, River Fores

3 pm
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group

Middle School Makers (Grades 5-8)

3:30pm–4:30pm
Tweens & Teens
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group
Dec 20 2022 Tue

Middle School Makers (Grades 5-8)

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

Solar Soirée

3:30pm–4:30pm
Tweens & Teens
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group
Dec 21 2022 Wed

Solar Soirée

3:30pm–4:30pm
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location: River Forest Public Library
Room: Fireside
Age Group: Tweens & Teens
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Program Description:

Learn about the galaxy and do a fun space themed craft at this space age party just for Middle Schoolers.

This event is in the "Kids" group

T-Rexplorers

3:30pm–4:30pm
Kids
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
Dec 21 2022 Wed

T-Rexplorers

3:30pm–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
Registration Required
Program Description:

Get up close and personal with authentic dinosaur bones in this hands-on interactive dinosaur show! Best for ages 4 and up. 

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+.

4 pm
5 pm
Reservation

Scout Den Webolos - 4067

5:30pm–8:30pm
Dec 19 2022 Mon

Scout Den Webolos - 4067

5:30pm–8:30pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: River Forest Public Library
Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Event Description

Meet with Public Office Representative (Katie Avalos) - Talk about her role on Board of Education
Review Pocket Knife Skills for Badge

6 pm
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
Cancelled

Family Movie Night: Frozen

6:00pm–8:00pm
Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers, Kids
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
Dec 22 2022 Thu

Cancelled

Family Movie Night: Frozen

6:00pm–8:00pm
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: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers, Kids
Registration Required
Program Description:

Join us for a viewing of Frozen and leave with some wintry wonders! 

Register once per family. 

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+.

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