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Lake Forest: Sweet's, Elawa Farm, Market Square

Donald Liebenson, August 13, 2018

Lake County News-Sun

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Lake Forest Library's historic architecture gets a mention in this article about all the things that make Lake Forest special and worth a visit.

Community celebrates tradition-filled Lake Forest Day

Alyssa Groh, August 08, 2018

Lake Forest Leader

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Residents and children were all smiles as they watched more than 50 organizations ride by displaying creative and unique parade floats during the annual Lake Forest Day parade, Aug. 1. Lake Forest Library's float took First Place in the Civic/Fraternal category.

Go Lake Forest initiative continues with Bollywood dancing

Harrison Raft, August 02, 2018

Lake Forest Leader

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A new groove and dance is making its way into the Lake Forest Public Library, via the hip-shaking and shoe-tapping movements of Bollywood dancing, presented by Bolly DanceFit, as a part of the Go Lake Forest initiative.

Lake Forest Library Celebrates its 120th Anniversary

Tribune Community and LF-LB Patch, July 09, 2018

Tribune Community

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Lake Forest Library celebrated 120 years on Tuesday, July 3, with a tea and cookies reception.

An Interview with Rebecca Makkai

Gregg Shapiro, July 05, 2018

Daily North Shore

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If you’ve been waiting for the arrival of the best book of 2018, look no further than The Great Believers (Viking, 2018), the new novel by Rebecca Makkai of Lake Forest.

Gregg Shapiro's interview of Makkai includes photos taken in front of Lake Forest Library.

Press Releases

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Lake Forest Library Board selects Ishwar Laxminarayan as Executive Director

April 11, 2023 – LAKE FOREST Ill – The Lake Forest Library Board voted unanimously in favor of selecting Ishwar Laxminarayan as the next Executive Director of Lake Forest Library effective May 1, 2023.

Dome repairs to begin at Lake Forest Library

March 8, 2023 – LAKE FOREST Ill – On August 10, 2022, the Lake Forest Library Board approved prioritizing repair and restoration work on the dome and interior rotunda as a first step of the Capital Improvement Project to enhance and revitalize the Library. Work on the dome begins in March 2023, and Lake Foresters can expect to see scaffolding as soon as March 9. Scaffolding and construction are expected to have minimal impact on Library services and building access. For updates, please stay tuned to www.lakeforestlibrary.org/dome.

Lake Forest Library Board appoints David Seleb as Interim Director

December 16, 2022 – LAKE FOREST Ill – The Lake Forest Library Board announced at its December 13 meeting the appointment of David J. Seleb as Interim Library Director. Seleb will take over in early January 2023 from Catherine A. Lemmer, who is retiring after having served as Executive Director since May 2016.

Lake Forest Library named a 4-Star Library by Library Journal

December 12, 2022 – LAKE FOREST Ill – Lake Forest Library earned a 4-Star Library designation in the 15th edition of the Library Journal Index of Public Library Service 2022. The LJ Index spotlights the best of the best across America by rating U.S. public libraries on selected per capita output measures such as circulation, library visits, resource use, and program attendance.

Lake Forest Library Director to Retire

October 28, 2022 — LAKE FOREST Ill — The Board of Lake Forest Library announces that Catherine Lemmer, Executive Director, will retire at the end of the calendar year to pursue other opportunities. During her six-year tenure, Ms. Lemmer transformed library operations and services. Notable accomplishments under her leadership include the development and implementation of operational policies, a focus on transparent financial reporting, and numerous technology upgrades. These advancements include the launch of RFID and self-check services, migration to integrated cloud platforms, transition to faster and more reliable fiber internet, expanded wireless connectivity, and installation of new computers for both patrons and staff. Her passion for delivering engaging library services led to the creation of new programs and collections, robust community partnerships, and enhanced community collaboration and communications.

Lake Forest Library awards President's Volunteer Service Awards to two teens

June 15, 2022 – LAKE FOREST Ill – Lake Forest Library was honored to present President's Volunteer Service Awards to two Lake Forest teens for outstanding service to our community.