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Detective Foxy and the Case of the Slushy Snowman logo

Detective Foxy and the Case of the Slushy Snowman

All Day 1/2 - 1/31
Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12), Families, Teens, Adults, Seniors, All Ages
Event Details:

Check in at the Youth Services desk to receive a detective casebook and lend a helping paw to Detective Foxy as he interrogates suspects, collects clues, and examines evidence to s...

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Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Age Group: Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12), Families, Teens, Adults, Seniors, All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Check in at the Youth Services desk to receive a detective casebook and lend a helping paw to Detective Foxy as he interrogates suspects, collects clues, and examines evidence to solve a fun interactive mystery for all ages!

Winter Reading 2024-2025 Logo

Winter Reading: Whodunnit?

All Day 1/2 - 1/31
Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Reading Challenge
Age Group:
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12)
Event Details:

Children can register at the Youth Services Desk and pick up a reading log. Create your own reading goal and track your minutes. If you meet your goal you’ll be entered into our dr...

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Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Age Group: Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Reading Challenge
Event Details:

Children can register at the Youth Services Desk and pick up a reading log. Create your own reading goal and track your minutes. If you meet your goal you’ll be entered into our drawing prizes.

Grab & Go Crafts

Grab and Go: Felt Mittens

All Day 1/13 - 1/18
Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12)
Event Details:

Come and pick up a fun craft kit to make at home! Supplies are limited! Craft changes weekly.

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Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Age Group: Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come and pick up a fun craft kit to make at home! Supplies are limited! Craft changes weekly.

Play to Learn

Play to Learn: Fast Food

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Play & Learn
Age Group:
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8)
Play to Learn:

Drop-in play for children 2-6 years old with a caregiver.Each themed event will feature hands-on activities to spark your child’s imagination and engage their literacy, math, and s...

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Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Age Group: Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8)
Program Type: Play & Learn

Play to Learn

Drop-in play for children 2-6 years old with a caregiver.

Each themed event will feature hands-on activities to spark your child’s imagination and engage their literacy, math, and social skills.

Grab & Go Crafts

Grab and Go: Catching Snowflakes

All Day 1/21 - 1/25
Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12)
Event Details:

Come and pick up a fun craft kit to make at home! Supplies are limited! Craft changes weekly.

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Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Age Group: Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come and pick up a fun craft kit to make at home! Supplies are limited! Craft changes weekly.

Playtime for Littles

Playtime for Littles

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 6:00pm
Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Play & Learn
Age Group:
Youth, Children (Age 0-4)
Playtime for Littles:

Drop-in unstructured play for ages up to 3 years old with an adult caregiver.

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Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Age Group: Youth, Children (Age 0-4)
Program Type: Play & Learn

Playtime for Littles

Drop-in unstructured play for ages up to 3 years old with an adult caregiver.

Playtime for Littles

Playtime for Littles

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 6:00pm
Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Play & Learn
Age Group:
Youth, Children (Age 0-4)
Playtime for Littles:

Drop-in unstructured play for ages up to 3 years old with an adult caregiver.

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Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Age Group: Youth, Children (Age 0-4)
Program Type: Play & Learn

Playtime for Littles

Drop-in unstructured play for ages up to 3 years old with an adult caregiver.

After School Snacks

After School Snacks

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games, Other
Age Group:
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12), Teens
Event Details:

Dive into our Early Release Library Program - kids and teens will be served a snack.Chill with friends, and play epic games right after school.The library is the ultimate hangout s...

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Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, Other
Event Details:

Dive into our Early Release Library Program - kids and teens will be served a snack.

Chill with friends, and play epic games right after school.
The library is the ultimate hangout spot to unwind and have a blast!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Playtime for Littles

Playtime for Littles

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 6:00pm
Children's Activity Center at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Play & Learn
Age Group:
Youth, Children (Age 0-4)
Playtime for Littles:

Drop-in unstructured play for ages up to 3 years old with an adult caregiver.

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Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Children's Activity Center
Age Group: Youth, Children (Age 0-4)
Program Type: Play & Learn

Playtime for Littles

Drop-in unstructured play for ages up to 3 years old with an adult caregiver.

Anime Club

Anime Club

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Other, Movie, Other Club
Age Group:
Teens
Anime Club:

Relax after school by watching anime and having snacks.New members are always welcome!

Event Details:

Relax after school with anime episodes and snacks!

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Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other, Movie, Other Club

Anime Club

Relax after school by watching anime and having snacks.

New members are always welcome!

Event Details:

Relax after school with anime episodes and snacks!

Cookies & Crafts

Cookies & Crafts

Friday, January 24, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Cookies & Crafts:

Have you ever wanted to try something new? Stop in for an afternoon of craft creations, snacks, and conversations. There is no right or wrong way to create these and we encourage e...

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Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Cookies & Crafts

Have you ever wanted to try something new? Stop in for an afternoon of craft creations, snacks, and conversations. There is no right or wrong way to create these and we encourage everyone to join!

Event Details:
Sens

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Grab & Go Crafts

Grab and Go: Winter Suncatcher Snowman

All Day 1/27 - 2/1
Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12)
Event Details:

Come and pick up a fun craft kit to make at home! Supplies are limited! Craft changes weekly.

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Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Age Group: Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come and pick up a fun craft kit to make at home! Supplies are limited! Craft changes weekly.

Children's Storytime

Children's Storytime

Monday, January 27, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Activity Center at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Families
Children's Storytime:

Storytimes feature lots of singing, stories, and fun! Each Storytime session will have a different theme and is open to all ages with a guardian in attendance.

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Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Children's Activity Center
Age Group: Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Families
Program Type: Storytime

Children's Storytime

Storytimes feature lots of singing, stories, and fun! Each Storytime session will have a different theme and is open to all ages with a guardian in attendance.

Saving Success Tips

Monday, January 27, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

A new year means a new goal of getting finances in order! Consumer Credit Counseling of Northern Illinois will identify goals, discuss strategies to reduce expenses, and plan for t...

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Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Presentation
Event Details:

A new year means a new goal of getting finances in order!

biography book club logo

A Snapshot in Time - Biography Book Club

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Biography Book Club:

The Biography Book Club reads biography titles, new and old.Pick up a copy of the latest title at the Circulation Desk on the First Floor.​

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Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club

Biography Book Club

The Biography Book Club reads biography titles, new and old.

Pick up a copy of the latest title at the Circulation Desk on the First Floor.​

After School Snacks

After School Snacks

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games, Other
Age Group:
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12), Teens
Event Details:

Dive into our Early Release Library Program - kids and teens will be served a snack.Chill with friends, and play epic games right after school.The library is the ultimate hangout s...

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Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, Other
Event Details:

Dive into our Early Release Library Program - kids and teens will be served a snack.

Chill with friends, and play epic games right after school.
The library is the ultimate hangout spot to unwind and have a blast!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

The Logo for "Let's Make Handmade Cards"

Let's Make Handmade Cards: Valentine's Day Cards

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children's Activity Center at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Kids (Age 8-12)
Event Details:

Learn new skills and make new friends. Winter sessions will focus on developing card making skills.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Children's Activity Center
Age Group: Youth, Kids (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Learn new skills and make new friends. Winter sessions will focus on developing card making skills.

A picture of the therapy dog, Hank, with the words "Good Boy, Good Book" underneath.

Good Boy, Good Book

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Activity Center at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12), Families, Teens
Event Details:

Hank, a professional therapy dog from the Fox Lake Police Department, will be back to visit his friends this winter to hear you read your favorite stories to him.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Children's Activity Center
Age Group: Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12), Families, Teens
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Hank, a professional therapy dog from the Fox Lake Police Department, will be back to visit his friends this winter to hear you read your favorite stories to him.

true crime book club logo

Better Read Than Dead: True Crime Book Club

Friday, January 31, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
True Crime Book Club:

Pick up a copy of the latest title at the Circulation Desk on the first floor.

Event Details:

Join us for an informal discussion of this month's title:The Spy Who Couldn’t Spell by Yudhijit Bhattacharjee. 

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Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club

True Crime Book Club

Pick up a copy of the latest title at the Circulation Desk on the first floor.

Event Details:

Join us for an informal discussion of this month's title:

The Spy Who Couldn’t Spell by Yudhijit Bhattacharjee.

Library Lovers Expedition 2025

All Day 2/1 - 3/31
Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12), Families, Teens, Adults, Seniors, All Ages
Event Details:

Did you know your library card can be used at any library in the state of Illinois? Take a tour of your local area libraries in the 2025 Library Lovers Expedition! Register at the ...

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Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Age Group: Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12), Families, Teens, Adults, Seniors, All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Did you know your library card can be used at any library in the state of Illinois? Take a tour of your local area libraries in the 2025 Library Lovers Expedition!

Lego Club

Lego Club

Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Activity Center at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Other Club
Age Group:
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12)
Lego Club:

Love LEGO®? Let your imagination run wild! Creations will be on display for the month.

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Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Children's Activity Center
Age Group: Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Other Club

Lego Club

Love LEGO®? Let your imagination run wild! Creations will be on display for the month.

Food for Thought Cooking Club

Food For Thought Cooking Club

Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Book Club, Other
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Food for Thought Cooking Club:

In-Person Registration Required.Bring your creativity and appetite to the Cooking Club. Each month we'll pick a different theme.Your task is to create a dish fitting the theme to s...

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Our theme for February is "National Cherry Month"! We can't wait to see the amazing dishes everyone creates. 

Open
Required
Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club, Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 15

Food for Thought Cooking Club

In-Person Registration Required.

Bring your creativity and appetite to the Cooking Club. Each month we'll pick a different theme.

Your task is to create a dish fitting the theme to share at the meeting. Check out the library’s collection of cookbooks for inspiration. 

Visit the Reference Desk on the second floor to register.

For the safety of all members, a copy of the recipe must be brought to each meeting, including a full ingredients list. Any modifications made to the ingredients must be disclosed on the recipe.

Event Details:

Our theme for February is "National Cherry Month"! 

We can't wait to see the amazing dishes everyone creates. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Grab & Go Crafts

Adult/Young Adult Grab & Go Crafts

All Day 2/3 - 2/8
Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Adult/YA Grab and Go:

Kits will be available on the first Monday of each month and must be picked up in person.Due to limited availability kits cannot be placed on hold.Colors may vary from the sample i...

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The February Adult/Young Adult Grab and Go Craft is a Mini Library. 

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Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Adult/YA Grab and Go

Kits will be available on the first Monday of each month and must be picked up in person.

Due to limited availability kits cannot be placed on hold.

Colors may vary from the sample image.

Event Details:

The February Adult/Young Adult Grab and Go Craft is a Mini Library.

Grab & Go Crafts

Grab and Go: Cardboard Robot

All Day 2/3 - 2/8
Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12)
Event Details:

Come and pick up a fun craft kit to make at home! Supplies are limited! Craft changes weekly.

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Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Age Group: Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come and pick up a fun craft kit to make at home! Supplies are limited! Craft changes weekly.