This event is in the "Kids and Families" group Book Babies Storytime for Ages 0–2 Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am Kasian Room at Lake Forest Library Age Group: Kids and Families Register or drop in for delightfully interactive stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Register Now Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group Great Books Discussion Group Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am Reed Room & Zoom at Lake Forest Library Age Group: Adults Register and join us in person or on Zoom to read and discuss writings from the Great Books collection. Most of this session's readings are taken from Great Conversations 3 from the Great Books Foundation. Register Now Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group Chess Club for Grades 5–12 Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Teen Space at Lake Forest Library Age Group: Teens Register and join new and experienced players in person for chess. Register Now Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids and Families" group Morning Family Storytime Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am Kasian Room at Lake Forest Library Age Group: Kids and Families Register or drop in with your family to enjoy books, movement, puppets, and music together. Register Now Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group Afternoons with Judy Levin: "The Ministry of Time" Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:15pm Reed Room at Lake Forest Library Age Group: Adults Register and join your friends and neighbors in person for a lively book discussion.MarchThe Mighty Red by Louise ErdrichAprilThe Comfort of Crows: A Backyard Year by Margaret Renkl Register Now Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group Learn & Try Generative AI Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm Media Lab at Lake Forest Library Age Group: Adults If you are curious about AI, drop in for a fun, hands-on intro to tools including ChatGPT and Google Gemini. Learn the basics, try different tools at rotating stations, and leave with useful guides to help you continue exploring at home. Register Now Registration Required
Library closed All Day 5/24 - 5/25 Lake Forest Library eBooks, audiobooks, music, and movies are available online 24/7! To get started, go to Borrow & Stream in the menu. Closing
This event is in the "Kids and Families" group 3D Printing for Families Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Kasian Room at Lake Forest Library Age Group: Kids and Families Register and join us in person for a family-friendly introduction to 3D printing through hands-on design. Children and parents/caregivers will work as a team to create a 3D model and learn the basics of 3D printing. Tech Classes: Register Now Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids and Families" group LEGO Club for Grades K–4 Wednesday, May 27, 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 Fancy Nancy Tea Party Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Kasian Room at Lake Forest Library Age Group: Kids and Families Register, dress up in a fancy outfit, and join us for splendiferous games, lovely crafts, and tiny treats! Register Now Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group Exam Escape Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 9:00am - 5:00pm Kasian Room at Lake Forest Library Age Group: Teens Drop in and study at the Library. Snacks and supplies are available to help you power through your finals. View Details
This event is in the "Teens" group Exam Escape Sunday, May 31, 2026 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm Kasian Room at Lake Forest Library Age Group: Teens Drop in and study at the Library. Snacks and supplies are available to help you power through your finals. View Details
This event is in the "Adults" group Reg 'n' Go Kit: Fabric Kanzashi 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.JuneFabric Kanzashi FlowerJulyTBDAugustTBD View Details Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group Exam Escape Monday, June 1, 2026 at 9:00am - 9:00pm Kasian Room at Lake Forest Library Age Group: Teens Drop in and study at the Library. Snacks and supplies are available to help you power through your finals. View Details
This event is in the "Kids and Families" group U.S. History Scavenger Hunt All Day 6/2 - 6/30 Children's Library at Lake Forest Library Age Group: Kids and Families Celebrate America's 250th anniversary with a U.S. history scavenger hunt. View Details
This event is in the "Teens" group Exam Escape Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 9:00am - 9:00pm Kasian Room at Lake Forest Library Age Group: Teens Drop in and study at the Library. Snacks and supplies are available to help you power through your finals. View Details
This event is in the "Teens" group Exam Escape Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 9:00am - 9:00pm Kasian Room at Lake Forest Library Age Group: Teens Drop in and study at the Library. Snacks and supplies are available to help you power through your finals. View Details
This event is in the "Adults" group White House 101: Exploring the People’s House Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Zoom at Lake Forest Library Age Group: Adults Register and join the White House Historical Association on Zoom to journey inside the walls and the history of the White House. America's 250th / america-250: This event is part of America 250 Lake Forest. Access all events at the Library commemorating 250 years of American history. View Details Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group Exam Escape Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 9:00am - 9:00pm Kasian Room at Lake Forest Library Age Group: Teens Drop in and study at the Library. Snacks and supplies are available to help you power through your finals. View Details
This event is in the "Kids and Families" group Meet the Fleet Off-Site at Lake Forest Municipal Services Friday, June 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm Lake Forest Municipal Services Building at Offsite Events Age Group: Kids and Families We look forward to seeing you at the Lake Forest Public Works Meet the Fleet event. Stop by the Library table for truckloads of fun! Summer Reading / summer-events: summer-events View Details
This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Volunteer Training for Grades 7–12 Friday, June 5, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Kasian Room at Lake Forest Library Age Group: Teens Register and join us in person for training to help Lake Forest Library this summer. Assist with programs, hand out prizes, and more. Volunteers need to attend only one training each year. Come to training prepared to sign up for shifts! Summer Reading / summer-events: summer-events View Details 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 Self-Guided StoryWalk® on the Library Lawn All Day 6/6 - 6/14 Lake Forest Library Age Group: Adults, Teens, Kids and Families, Everyone Slow down and enjoy some family and friend time, fresh air, and Happy Birthday, America by Mary Pope Osborne! Take in the images and prose of a picture book one spread at a time on StoryWalk® signs around the Library lawn. America's 250th / america-250: This event is part of America 250 Lake Forest. Access all events at the Library commemorating 250 years of American history. View Details
This event is in the "Kids and Families" group Crafternoon for Grades 3–5 Monday, June 8, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Kasian Room at Lake Forest Library Age Group: Kids and Families Register or drop in to craft and build with us! View Details Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids and Families" group LEGO Club for Grades K–4 Wednesday, June 10, 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. View Details Registration Required
