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This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group
Jul
13
2026
Mon
Teen Take & Makes (Grades 5-12)
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.
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This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group
Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group
Jul
14
2026
Tue
Location:
River Forest Public Library
Room:
Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers
Program Type:
Learn & Connect,
Storytimes
Program Description:
Join us for stories, songs, and lots of movement in this fun and engaging, interactive story time! For ages 0-6, 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.
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This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group
Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group
Jul
16
2026
Thu
Stories in the Forest at Trailside (Ages 0-6)
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.
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This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group
Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers" group
Jul
17
2026
Fri
Storytime in the Garden (Ages 0-6)
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.
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This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group
Jul
17
2026
Fri
Location:
River Forest Public Library
Room:
Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults & Seniors
Program Type:
Culture & Entertainment,
Learn & Connect,
Sponsored by River Forest Township
Program Description:
Join other movie lovers on the third Friday of each month to watch classic films. This season, we're highlighting the famous screen partnership of Katharine Hepburn and Spencer Tracy.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
Jul
18
2026
Sat
STEM Club Saturday Edition: Gardening (K-4th)
Location:
River Forest Public Library
Room:
Community Room
Age Group:
Kids
Program Type:
Learn & Connect,
STEAM
Program Description:
Join us for a special Saturday edition of STEM Club.
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
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group
Jul
18
2026
Sat
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:
Antiques dealer Rex Newell makes his annual visit to the Library to appraise the value of your old treasures, just like on Antiques Roadshow!
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
Jul
13
2026
Mon
Messy Mondays (Grades K-4)
Location:
River Forest Public Library
Room:
Library Lawn
Age Group:
Kids
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Learn & Connect,
STEAM
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.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
Jul
17
2026
Fri
Stuffed Animal Sleepover at the Library! (Grades PreK-4)
Location:
River Forest Public Library
Room:
Children's Room
Age Group:
Kids
Program Type:
Culture & Entertainment,
Learn & Connect
Program Description:
Drop off your favorite stuffed animal for a fun slumber party with S'more, Gelato, and Cheesecake, then look online for pictures of all of their fun activities!
Disclaimer(s)
Material Pickup Required
This program requires materials to be picked up at our service desk prior to the program.
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This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group
Jul
14
2026
Tue
Mahjong 101 (Beginner Level)
Location:
River Forest Public Library
Room:
Community Room
Age Group:
Adults & Seniors
Program Type:
Culture & Entertainment,
Learn & Connect
Program Description:
Ready to learn the game that everyone is talking about? Join Dee Dee, instructor with The Mahjong Society, for a fun and social introduction to American Mahjong.
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