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1000 Books Before Kindergarten Party for Ages 0–6

Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Kasian Room at Lake Forest Library
Age Group:
Kids and Families
Details:

Whether you are at the beginning, middle, or end of your 1000 Books Before Kindergarten journey, register and join us in person to celebrate with stories, songs, and activities! Fo...

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Drop-in LEGO Club for Grades K–4

Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kasian Room at Lake Forest Library
Age Group:
Kids and Families
Details:

Drop in and build your own amazing LEGO creation or tackle our challenge of the week!

Library opens at 2:00 pm

Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 9:00am - 2:00pm
Lake Forest Library

eBooks, audiobooks, music, and movies are available online 24/7! To get started, visit Borrow & Stream in the menu.

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Self-Guided StoryWalk® on the Library Lawn

All Day 8/9 - 8/18
Lake Forest Library
Age Group:
Adults, Teens, Kids and Families, Everyone
Details:

Slow down and enjoy some family and friend time, fresh air, and a story! Take in the images and prose of a picture book one spread at a time on StoryWalk® signs around the Library ...

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Magic: The Gathering

Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Teen Space at Lake Forest Library
Age Group:
Teens
Details:

Register and join other 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 rece...

Required

Teen Grab 'n' Go Kit

All Day
Children's Library at Lake Forest Library
Age Group:
Teens
Details:

While supplies last, stop by the Youth Services Desk and pick up a fun and crafty take-home kit! June Pom Pom Cacti July Quilling Paper Flowers August Shrinky-Din...

Chess Club for Grades 5–8

Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space at Lake Forest Library
Age Group:
Teens
Details:

Register and join us in person for chess! Both new and established players are welcome.

Required

Leave a Plant, Love a Plant Drop-Off

Friday, August 23, 2024 at 9:00am - 6:00pm
Foyer (East) at Lake Forest Library
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone
Details:

Calling all plant enthusiasts! Starting today, drop off indoor plants that no longer delight you, and stop by again tomorrow to adopt some new‑to‑you leafy loves. We welcome pest-f...

Leave a Plant, Love a Plant Swap

Saturday, August 24, 2024 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
Foyer (East) at Lake Forest Library
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone
Details:

Calling all plant enthusiasts! Donate indoor plants that no longer delight you and adopt some new‑to‑you leafy loves. We welcome pest-free indoor plants (in pots you are willi...

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All Day
Lake Forest Library

eBooks, audiobooks, music, and movies are available online 24/7! To get started, visit Borrow & Stream in the menu.

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All Day
Lake Forest Library

eBooks, audiobooks, music, and movies are available online 24/7! To get started, visit Borrow & Stream in the menu.

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Library closes at 5:00 pm

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Lake Forest Library

eBooks, audiobooks, music, and movies are available online 24/7! To get started, visit Borrow & Stream in the menu.

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All Day
Lake Forest Library

eBooks, audiobooks, music, and movies are available online 24/7! To get started, visit Borrow & Stream in the menu.

Closing

Library closed

All Day
Lake Forest Library

eBooks, audiobooks, music, and movies are available online 24/7! To get started, visit Borrow & Stream in the menu.

Closing

Library closed

All Day
Lake Forest Library

eBooks, audiobooks, music, and movies are available online 24/7! To get started, visit Borrow & Stream in the menu.

Closing

Library closes at 5:00 pm

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Lake Forest Library

eBooks, audiobooks, music, and movies are available online 24/7! To get started, visit Borrow & Stream in the menu.

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