February 24, 2026
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Women's History Month at Your Library
March is Women’s History Month
Celebrating the lives and achievements of women throughout history and present day.
Library News
February 12, 2026
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Fall in Love With Your Library This Valentine’s Day
February 14 is not only Valentine’s Day; it’s also Library Lover’s Day.
February 2, 2026
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Celebrate Black History Month with Your Library
February is Black History Month, a time to honor the contributions and sacrifices of African Americans throughout America’s history. Visit the Library during the month to explore special displays with
December 16, 2025
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Discover Our New Skill-Building Kits!
Help your child practice everyday skills—like brushing teeth, counting, and sight words—with our brand-new skill-building kits.
November 19, 2025
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Celebrate a Centuries-Old Tradition: Join Our Holiday Cookie Exchange!
The holiday season is the perfect time of year to bake cookies and share them with others.
October 30, 2025
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Honoring Native American Heritage Month at Your Library
River Forest is situated on the traditional lands of the Miami, Potawatomi, Odawa, and Ojibwe nations, who were the original caretakers of this area.
September 23, 2025
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Heads Up: hoopla checkout limits are changing October 1
Starting October 1, 2025, the monthly checkout limit on hoopla will change from 12 to 7 items per library card.
September 17, 2025
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Your Library Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
September 15-October 15 is National Hispanic Heritage Month and your Library is here to celebrate with you.
September 8, 2025
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Full Access Digital Library Card Now Available
Don’t need another card in your wallet? A digital card gives you the same full library access as a physical card.
To apply:
August 28, 2025
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River Forest Reads The Great Gatsby, 9/8-10/19
All are invited to participate in River Forest Reads, a shared reading experience for members of the community to read and discuss the same book. In honor of its 100th anniversary, F.
June 3, 2025
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Summer Reading Kicks Off on June 6
Summer is the busiest season at River Forest Public Library, and it all kicks off in a big way with the Summer Reading Kickoff Party on June 6, 2:30-4:30 PM.
May 30, 2025
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Celebrate Pride Month at Your Library
Explore books, resources, and displays at your Library that can help us connect and celebrate the LGBTQ+ community.
Recommended by our librarians:
May 5, 2025
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Celebrate Asian American Heritage Month with Your Library
Explore books and resources from your Library that celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander heritage.