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The building is open for brief visits, 1-hour computer use, holds pickup in the Foyer, and carryout service. See all available services.

Monday–Friday, 10:00 am–6:00 pm  Saturday, 10:00 am–5:00 pm

Masks over the nose and mouth and social distancing are required at all times while in the building.

Today's Hours: 10:00am - 6:00pm

Lake Forest Library

(847) 234-0636
360 E Deerpath Rd
Lake Forest, IL 60045
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Mon: 10:00am-6:00pm
Tue: 10:00am-6:00pm
Wed: 10:00am-6:00pm
Thu: 10:00am-6:00pm
Fri: 10:00am-6:00pm
Sat: 10:00am-5:00pm
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This event is in the "Kids and Families" group.
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LEGO Challenge & Raffle for all ages: Pick up a Bag o' Bricks and submit your creation photo

All Day 3/31 - 4/28
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Apr 15 2021 Thu

Wild West Storytime with Author Barbara Ann Mojica

10:30am - 10:45am
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Apr 15 2021 Thu

Afternoons with Judy Levin: "Leave the World Behind" (Virtual)

12:00pm - 1:30pm
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Apr 15 2021 Thu

Virtual Game Night

7:00pm - 7:30pm
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Apr 15 2021 Thu

Family Trivia Night (Virtual)

7:00pm - 8:00pm
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Apr 16 2021 Fri

Getting Started with Nature Photography (Virtual)

1:00pm - 2:00pm
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Lake Forest Library: inspiring lifelong learning, promoting the free and respectful exchange of ideas, and building community. Read about the history of the Library

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We believe passionately in the transformative power of ideas and the future of libraries, enabling everyone in the community to fulfill the universal desire to learn, explore, and belong.

 

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360 E Deerpath Rd
Lake Forest IL 60045

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847.234.0636

Children's
847.234.0648

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Building open for Carryout Service, Brief Visits, and Foyer Holds Pickup

Special access for vulnerable individuals

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Saturday
11:00 am–5:00 pm

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