Lake Forest library co-sponsors with the Lake Forest Senior Centerthe interavtive play "Defamation" Friday, October 26th 7-9pm at theLake Forest Senior Center 100 East Old Mill Road Lake Forest, Illinois847-234-2209
There’s Something About Brunetti … Join us for a mystery book discussion program Monday, October 22 , 12:30-1:30 p.m. We will discuss Donna Leon’s popular series set in Venice. In her latest, Beastly Things, published in 2012, Commissario Guido Brunetti solves his 21st “who-done-it” while pondering the deeper issues of morality, work, family life, and marriage. Leon has been praised for her ability to capture the beauty of this famous Italian city, the flavors of the Italian cuisine, and the essence of the Italian soul. Call the Reference Desk (847-810-4610)
BOO! HALLOWEEN CRAFTS October 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29, Monday10:00 a.m. – 6 p.m.Drop by the Children’s Library circulation desk anytime Monday to make a Halloween craft.
Afternoons with Judy Levin at 12:30 p.m.Thursday, September 20 – The Submission by Amy WaldmanThursday, October 18 – The Art of Fielding by Chad HarbachThursday, November 15 –The White Woman on the Green Bicycle by Monique Roffey All programs will be held downstairs in the Children’s Activity Room.Funded by the Friends of Lake Forest Library.
National Friends of Libraries MonthOCTOBER 2012 Lake Forest Library HonorsFRIENDS OF LAKE FOREST LIBRARY Whereas, Friends of Lake Forest Library raise money that enables our library to move from good to great -- providing the resources for additional programming, much needed equipment, support for children’s summer reading, and special events throughout the year; Whereas, the work of the Friends highlights on an on-going basis the fact that our library is the cornerstone of the community providing opportunities for all to engage in the joy of life-long learning and connect with the thoughts and ideas of others from ages past to the present; Whereas, the Friends understand the critical importance of well funded libraries and advocate to ensure that our library gets the resources it needs to provide a wide variety of services to all ages including access to print and electronic materials, along with expert assistance in research, readers’ advisory, and children’s services; Whereas, the Friends’ gift of their time and commitment to the library sets an example for all in how volunteerism leads to positive civic engagement and the betterment of our community; Now, therefore, be it resolved that Roger Hull, President, Lake Forest Library Board of Trustees proclaims October, 2012, as Friends of Libraries month in Lake Forest, Illinois and urges everyone to join the Friends of the Library and thank them for all they do to make our library and community so much better.
Special Display in Library Rotunda
ARTSaturday At Lake Forest Library September 22, 1-2 pmLezlie LenzLake Forest Deer Path Art LeagueArtist, Instructor and Graphic Designerpresents a Collage DemonstrationFreeFamily and Children of All AgesWelcome
Great BooksThe Great Books discussion group will resume onSeptember 19 at 10:00 a.m. Meetings are held on the first and third Wednesdays of each month. This year the group will discuss the book, Great Conversations 6, which will be available for purchase at the Reference Desk for $25. For more information contact the library.
DROP IN CRAFT September 10, and 17, Monday10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Drop by the Children’s Library circulation desk anytime Monday to make an autumn craft.
SaleFriday, September 14, 9 am 8 pmSaturday, September 15, 9 am-5 pmSunday, September 16, 9 am-5 pm(all books half priced)
WRITER'S GROUPSaturdays, 9:30 am Library Conference Room9/15/12, 10/20/12, 11/17/12, 12/15/121/19/13, 2/16/13, 3/16/13, 4/13/13, 5/18/13, 6/15/13
Friends of Lake Forest Library 37th Annual Book SaleLake Forest Recreation Center Gymnasium400 Hastings Road, Lake Forest SaleFriday, September 14, 9 am 8 pmSaturday, September 15, 9 am-5 pmSunday, September 16, 9 am-5 pm(all books half priced)
Friends of Lake Forest Library 37th Annual Book SaleLake Forest Recreation Center Gymnasium400 Hastings Road, Lake Forest •Pre-SaleThursday, September 13, 9 am-6 pm•Volunteers and Members Only FOLFL Memberships available at the door
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