This event is in the "Kids and Families" group Kids Grab 'n' Go Creativity Kit All Day Children's Library at Lake Forest Library Age Group: Kids and Families On the listed dates while supplies last, drop in to the Children's Library to grab a kit to make at home. View Details
This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Grab 'n' Go Kit All Day Children's Library at Lake Forest Library Age Group: Teens While supplies last, stop by the Youth Services Desk and pick up a fun and crafty take-home kit!DecemberHot Cocoa SpoonsJanuaryCardboard Loom Friendship Bracelets View Details
This event is in the "Kids and Families" group Pop-Up Playtime Monday, January 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm Kasian Room at Lake Forest Library Age Group: Kids and Families Register or drop in to play with Big Blue Blocks, stepping stones, DUPLOs, toys, puppets, and more while school's out! Register Now Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group Memory Café at Dickinson Hall: Improv Comedy Hour Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am Dickinson Hall at Offsite Events Age Group: Adults Register (call 847-234-2209 or email Dickinson Hall) and join staff from Dickinson Hall and Lake Forest Library off-site (100 E Old Mill Rd) in a welcoming environment where individuals dealing with Community Partner event: View Details
This event is in the "Teens" group Chess Club for Grades 5–12 Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Teen Space at Lake Forest Library Age Group: Teens Register and join other new and experienced players in person for chess! Register Now Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids and Families" group Playtime Friday, January 23, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm Kasian Room at Lake Forest Library Age Group: Kids and Families Register or drop in to play with Big Blue Blocks, stepping stones, DUPLOs, toys, puppets, and more! Register Now Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids and Families" group Solve a Breakout EDU Escape Box Sunday, January 25, 2026 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm Kasian Room at Lake Forest Library Age Group: Kids and Families Schedule an appointment for your group to tackle Breakout EDU riddles and puzzles. It's like an escape room in a box! No more than 6 people per group. At least one person must be over the age of 12. View Details
This event is in the "Kids and Families" group LEGO Club for Grades K–4 Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Kasian Room at Lake Forest Library Age Group: Kids and Families Register or drop in to build your own amazing LEGO creation or tackle our challenge of the week. Register Now Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids and Families" group Playtime Friday, January 30, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm Kasian Room at Lake Forest Library Age Group: Kids and Families Register or drop in to play with Big Blue Blocks, stepping stones, DUPLOs, toys, puppets, and more! Register Now Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group The Most Beautiful Bowl Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm Teen Space at Lake Forest Library Age Group: Teens Register and join us in person to build the most beautiful bowl of instant ramen and learn about its history! We'll provide the ramen and add-ins, you arrange a delicious dish. Winner will be decided by popular vote. Register Now Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group Reg 'n' Go Kit: Creativebug Paper Lotus Flower All Day Visit the Adult Services Desk at Lake Forest Library Age Group: Adults Register for each date separately, limit 2 kits per household. Pick up your kit the first day the Library is open each month.DecemberWatercolor Gift Tags: Personalize your gift giving with handmade to/from tags. Register Now Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Kids and Families" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Mini Art Masterpiece for All Ages: Birdhouses All Day 2/1 - 2/28 Visit the Children's or Adult Services Desk at Lake Forest Library Age Group: Adults, Teens, Kids and Families, Everyone Tweet, tweet! Stop by a service desk to pick up a birdhouse and materials to decorate it. Be sure to add your own creative spark, and feel free to use other art supplies beyond what we provide. View Details
This event is in the "Teens" group Stitch 'n' Snack Knit & Crochet Group for Grades 5–8 Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Kasian Room at Lake Forest Library Age Group: Teens Register and join us in person for snacks and a crochet or knitting project (supplies provided), or feel free to bring your own project. Fiber arts novices, experts, and everyone in between are welcome!December Register Now Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids and Families" group Playtime Friday, February 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm Kasian Room at Lake Forest Library Age Group: Kids and Families Register or drop in to play with Big Blue Blocks, stepping stones, DUPLOs, toys, puppets, and more! Register Now Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids and Families" group Solve a Breakout EDU Escape Box Sunday, February 8, 2026 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm Kasian Room at Lake Forest Library Age Group: Kids and Families Schedule an appointment for your group to tackle Breakout EDU riddles and puzzles. It's like an escape room in a box! No more than 6 people per group. At least one person must be over the age of 12. View Details
This event is in the "Kids and Families" group Kids Grab 'n' Go Creativity Kit All Day Children's Library at Lake Forest Library Age Group: Kids and Families On the listed dates while supplies last, drop in to the Children's Library to grab a kit to make at home. View Details
This event is in the "Kids and Families" group LEGO Club for Grades K–4 Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Kasian Room at Lake Forest Library Age Group: Kids and Families Register or drop in to build your own amazing LEGO creation or tackle our challenge of the week. Register Now Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group Magic: The Gathering Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Teen Space at Lake Forest Library Age Group: Teens Register and join new and expert gamers in person to play encounters, trade cards, and utilize materials provided by Wizards of the Coast's MagiKids program! New players receive a starter card set at their first meeting. Register Now Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids and Families" group Playtime Friday, February 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm Kasian Room at Lake Forest Library Age Group: Kids and Families Register or drop in to play with Big Blue Blocks, stepping stones, DUPLOs, toys, puppets, and more! Register Now Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Grab 'n' Go Kit All Day Children's Library at Lake Forest Library Age Group: Teens While supplies last, stop by the Youth Services Desk and pick up a fun and crafty take-home kit!DecemberHot Cocoa SpoonsJanuaryCardboard Loom Friendship Bracelets View Details
This event is in the "Kids and Families" group Pop-Up Playtime Monday, February 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm Kasian Room at Lake Forest Library Age Group: Kids and Families Register or drop in to play with Big Blue Blocks, stepping stones, DUPLOs, toys, puppets, and more while school's out! Register Now Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids and Families" group Money Scavenger Hunt All Day 2/17 - 2/21 Children's Library at Lake Forest Library Age Group: Kids and Families Learn to recognize US coins and bills by finding their images hidden around the Children's Library! View Details
This event is in the "Adults" group Memory Café at Dickinson Hall: Mammals in Your Backyard Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am Dickinson Hall at Offsite Events Age Group: Adults Register (call 847-234-2209 or email Dickinson Hall) and join staff from Dickinson Hall and Lake Forest Library off-site (100 E Old Mill Rd) in a welcoming environment where individuals dealing with Community Partner event: View Details
This event is in the "Teens" group Chess Club for Grades 5–12 Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Teen Space at Lake Forest Library Age Group: Teens Register and join other new and experienced players in person for chess! Register Now Registration Required
