Library News

January 22, 2026

Library Closed on Friday, January 23 Due to Extreme Cold

For the safety of our patrons and staff we will be closed Friday, January 23rd, 2026.

Public bathroom with gray floor and white walls

January 21, 2026

Grand Opening Celebration of New Community Room – Saturday, January 31

Join us as we celebrate the grand opening of our new Community Room on Saturday, January 31 at 9 AM. We’ll have an opening ceremony at 9 AM followed by refreshments.

Young boy standing next to glass case filled with Pokemon cards

January 13, 2026

Children's Room Display Case featuring Nate's Pokémon Card Collection

Nate, age 7 – Pokémon Cards (Jan 10–Jan 23)

Box covered in snowman paper for hygiene drive

January 12, 2026

Community Hygiene Drive

Support Local Youth – Donate Hygiene Items by February 28

Help the Oak Park and River Forest Township Youth and Family Services Department fill their Youth Hygiene Closet, which provides youth in need with e

January 7, 2026

A Year in Review

2025 was an exciting year for the Library!

We hosted our first Artisan Fair, celebrated the Library’s 120th birthday, and began the final phase of construction in the Children’s Room.

Blue and red clear bags filled with library materials

December 16, 2025

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.

December 11, 2025

Celebrate the Season with Your Library

From Our Librarians

Colorful heron art made out of recycled materials

December 1, 2025

December Art Display: Casey Jones

Explore the vibrant work of Casey Jones, on display upstairs throughout December.

November 19, 2025

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.

November 5, 2025

Donate to Sarah’s Inn Holiday Gift Drive

Now through December 2 at the River Forest Public Library

November 3, 2025

Roosevelt Middle School Students Showcase Creativity in November Art Display

Visit our Local Spotlight upstairs to experience the vibrant and imaginative artwork created by Roosevelt Middle School’s 5th and 7th grade students.