Help your child practice everyday skills—like brushing teeth, counting, and sight words—with our brand-new skill-building kits.
Explore the vibrant work of Casey Jones, on display upstairs throughout December.
The holiday season is the perfect time of year to bake cookies and share them with others.
Now through December 2 at the River Forest Public Library
Visit our Local Spotlight upstairs to experience the vibrant and imaginative artwork created by Roosevelt Middle School’s 5th and 7th grade students.
River Forest is situated on the traditional lands of the Miami, Potawatomi, Odawa, and Ojibwe nations, who were the original caretakers of this area.
Your child's interests can be the hook to dive into reading.
Starting October 1, 2025, the monthly checkout limit on hoopla will change from 12 to 7 items per library card.
We’re excited to begin the next phase of improvements at River Forest Public Library!
September 15-October 15 is National Hispanic Heritage Month and your Library is here to celebrate with you.
On September 26, 1905, the River Forest Public Library officially opened its doors at 508 Park Avenue, with just 1,000 volumes on the shelves.
This year marks 120 years of the River Forest Public Library (RFPL) inspiring minds and building community.
Don’t need another card in your wallet? A digital card gives you the same full library access as a physical card.
To apply: