Graphic Design and Font Fundamentals
By Kristin Ashley Media Lab Assistant and Technology Instructor Hi, I’m Kristin Ashley and I’m one of the Technology Instructors at the Lake Forest Library Media Lab. I’m also a graphic designer, fine artist and photographer. Even if you are not a graphic designer, at some point many of us...
Read More(Contest closed) Teen Writing Contest: Spooky Stories
Write a spooky, scary, or just plain unsettling story fit for Halloween. Submissions open October 1–31, 2020 Prizes 2 winners will be selected from each age group. Winners will be announced the first week of November. 1st Prize: $50 to Lake Forest Book Store Runner-up: $25 to Lake For...
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Making a Card in Shutterfly
Making a Card in Shutterfly By Kristin Ashley Media Lab Assistant If you are like me, you have a number of card-giving occasions throughout the year including birthdays, anniversaries, holidays and weddings. I find it is a hassle to stop by the store for just one card, especially ...
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Lake Forest Library Lite
Welcome to Lake Forest Library Lite: many of the Library services and resources you love, with quick and speedy service for limited numbers of patrons throughout the day. Although the Library is not yet going back to "business as usual," you can still have an enjoyable visit. Simply follow the NEW P...
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(Contest closed) Stay Home Scavenger Hunt
Maybe you've heard of GISH, the Great International Scavenger Hunt. Say hello to the Lake Forest Library version: The Stay Home Scavenger Hunt! We hope by the end of June we're all able to be out and about more, but even if we’re still sheltering in place to some degree, this scavenger hunt wi...
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(Offer closed) Request a "We are Library Lovers" Yard Sign
Thank you to everyone who requested a yard sign. We love seeing them on display around Lake Forest. We are no longer offering yard sign delivery, but you can download, print, and color the PDF version to display your Lake Forest Library love anywhere! Download a coloring page...
Read MoreCurbside Collect
Coming Soon: Foyer Pickup Curbside Collect is ending Saturday, July 17. Starting Monday, July 20, holds will be available to pick up in the Library Foyer. A Library staff member will still call you to let you know your items are ready to pick up, and you will still have 4 days to stop by the Libr...
Read MoreFree Virtual Activities
Updated 3/27/2020 Dozens of organizations, institutions, and authors are stepping up to provide wonderful virtual experiences and learning opportunities to keep us all connected and engaged. Be sure to check out the links on this page. We will also be retweeting anything we come across that we...
Read MoreWays to Access the Internet for Free
Lake Forest Library is committed to helping our patrons feel connected to the world around them during this difficult time. We are working to provide a sense of community online wherever possible. This page has information on resources that are currently available. ...
Read More(Past event) 2019 Volunteer Fest
More than two dozen not-for-profit organizations will be on hand to share with you their mission, the work they do, and their volunteer opportunities for all ages. Bring the whole family to discover ways to use your talents or develop new skills while giving back to the community! ...
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(Past event) Neal Shusterman is visiting Deer Path Middle School
Lake Forest Library is proud to present NEAL SHUSTERMAN at Deer Path Middle School for an exclusive presentation and book signing for DPM students on WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2019 TO BE RESCHEDULED. UPDATE: We look forward to hosting Neal Shusterman at Deer Path Middle School, unfortunately he...
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