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Intro To Medicare

Monday, September 23, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Presentation
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Jonathan Pfisterer from Pfisterer Retirement & Insurance highlights the basics of Medicare, the essentials of what you need to know about this federal program for your retireme...

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

Jonathan Pfisterer from Pfisterer Retirement & Insurance highlights the basics of Medicare, the essentials of what you need to know about this federal program for your retirement or other financial circumstances,  and all the facts you ne

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

A Snapshot in Time - Biography Book Club

Wednesday, September 25, 2024 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.​

Event Details:

Check out the biography book club which meets the last Wednesday of every month at 11:00 am.  For September 25, we will discuss the book Enrique's Journey by Sonia Nazario. &n...

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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.​

Event Details:

Check out the biography book club which meets the last Wednesday of every month at 11:00 am.  For September 25, we will discuss the book Enrique's Journey by Sonia Nazario.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Better Read Than Dead: True Crime Book Club

Friday, September 27, 2024 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:Behold the Monster by Jillian Lauren. 

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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:

Behold the Monster by Jillian Lauren.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Murder Mystery Book Club

Thursday, October 3, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Murder Mystery Book Club:

The Murder Mystery Book Club reads mystery and detective fiction.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:Wrong Place Wrong Time by Gillian McAllister. 

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

Murder Mystery Book Club

The Murder Mystery Book Club reads mystery and detective fiction.

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:

Wrong Place Wrong Time by Gillian McAllister.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Fiber Arts Club

Thursday, October 3, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Bring your own knitting, crochet, needlework, or other works in progress and projects for a social crafting hour at the library! This is not a class, though participants are welcom...

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

Bring your own knitting, crochet, needlework, or other works in progress and projects for a social crafting hour at the library! This is not a class, though participants are welcome to share tips and techniques!

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Ghost Painting

Friday, October 4, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Put a spooky twist on a painting! Add ghosts, pumpkins, and other elements to an existing painting. All materials will be provided but space is limited, sign up today. 

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Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
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Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Put a spooky twist on a painting! Add ghosts, pumpkins, and other elements to an existing painting. All materials will be provided but space is limited, sign up today.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Food for Thought Cooking Club

Saturday, October 5, 2024 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...

Event Details:

Our theme for October is "National Noodle Day"!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: 20

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 October is "National Noodle Day"!

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Adult/Young Adult Grab & Go Crafts

All Day 10/7 - 10/12
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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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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Medicare Part D in depth, what changes to expect for 2025

Monday, October 7, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Presentation
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

The Inflation Reduction Act will bring changes to Medicare Part D.  Drug Savings expert, Lisa Kline, will share important information about the upcoming changes and how this w...

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

The Inflation Reduction Act will bring changes to Medicare Part D.  Drug Savings expert, Lisa Kline, will share important information about the upcoming changes and how this will impact Part D Prescription Drug Plans (PDP and MAPD).

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Whodunit Game Night

Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Think you've got what it takes to be the ultimate sleuth? Time to team up, crack the case, and unveil the culprit in a thrilling mystery adventure. Each month will feature a differ...

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

Think you've got what it takes to be the ultimate sleuth? Time to team up, crack the case, and unveil the culprit in a thrilling mystery adventure. Each month will feature a different game from the Deadbolt Mystery Society.

 

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Anything Goes Book Club

Monday, October 14, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Anything Goes Book Club:

The Anything Goes Book Club reads a variety of popular fiction and nonfiction titles from all genres.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:You’d Look Better as a Ghost by Joanna Wallace. 

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

Anything Goes Book Club

The Anything Goes Book Club reads a variety of popular fiction and nonfiction titles from all genres.

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:

You’d Look Better as a Ghost by Joanna Wallace.

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Fiber Arts Club

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Bring your own knitting, crochet, needlework, or other works in progress and projects for a social crafting hour at the library! This is not a class, though participants are welcom...

View Details
Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Bring your own knitting, crochet, needlework, or other works in progress and projects for a social crafting hour at the library! This is not a class, though participants are welcome to share tips and techniques!

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Cut the Cable Cord

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Presentation, Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Amazon, Apple and Netflix offer just a few of the options available for people who are interested in cutting the cable cord. Find out all the best services as well as streaming dev...

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

Amazon, Apple and Netflix offer just a few of the options available for people who are interested in cutting the cable cord.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Paranormal Moms Society

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Is the house creaking with mysterious sounds at midnight? Join the Paranormal Moms Society for an investigation into the unseen, complete with a peek at the gadgets they use in the...

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

Is the house creaking with mysterious sounds at midnight? Join the Paranormal Moms Society for an investigation into the unseen, complete with a peek at the gadgets they use in the field.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Better Read Than Dead: True Crime Book Club

Friday, October 25, 2024 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 Girls of Murder City by Douglas Perry. 

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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 Girls of Murder City by Douglas Perry.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Retirement By Design

Monday, October 28, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Thinking about retirement can bring some questions to mind: What will I do when I retire?Am I saving enough? Will I even be able to retire? We’ll discuss how you can translate your...

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

Thinking about retirement can bring some questions to mind: What will I do when I retire?

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

A Snapshot in Time - Biography Book Club

Wednesday, October 30, 2024 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.​

Event Details:

Check out the biography book club which meets the last Wednesday of every month at 11:00 am.  For October 30, we will discuss the book Kindness and Wonder: Why Mister Rogers M...

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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.​

Event Details:

Check out the biography book club which meets the last Wednesday of every month at 11:00 am.  For October 30, we will discuss the book Kindness and Wonder: Why Mister Rogers Matters Now More Than Ever by Gavin Edwards. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Food for Thought Cooking Club

Saturday, November 2, 2024 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...

Event Details:

Our theme for November is "National Cinnamon Day"!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: 20

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 November is "National Cinnamon Day"!

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Adult/Young Adult Grab & Go Crafts

All Day 11/4 - 11/9
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...

View Details
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Murder Mystery Book Club

Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Murder Mystery Book Club:

The Murder Mystery Book Club reads mystery and detective fiction.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 Overnight Guest by Heather Gudenkauf.    

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

Murder Mystery Book Club

The Murder Mystery Book Club reads mystery and detective fiction.

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 Overnight Guest by Heather Gudenkauf.

 

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Fiber Arts Club

Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Bring your own knitting, crochet, needlework, or other works in progress and projects for a social crafting hour at the library! This is not a class, though participants are welcom...

View Details
Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Bring your own knitting, crochet, needlework, or other works in progress and projects for a social crafting hour at the library! This is not a class, though participants are welcome to share tips and techniques!

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Disney’s Animated Movie Trivia

Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Games, Presentation
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Do you possess Disney magic in your veins? Gather your squad and dive into the ultimate Disney animated films trivia showdown! 

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

Do you possess Disney magic in your veins? Gather your squad and dive into the ultimate Disney animated films trivia showdown!

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Anything Goes Book Club

Monday, November 11, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Anything Goes Book Club:

The Anything Goes Book Club reads a variety of popular fiction and nonfiction titles from all genres.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 Hazelbourne Ladies Motorcycle and Flying Club by Helen Simonson. 

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

Anything Goes Book Club

The Anything Goes Book Club reads a variety of popular fiction and nonfiction titles from all genres.

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 Hazelbourne Ladies Motorcycle and Flying Club by Helen Simonson.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Monster Mayhem of the Midwest

Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Lock all the doors! There are monsters in Illinois! Believe it or not, ghoulish stories such as the Murphysboro Mud Monster, Headless Horseman of Illinois, Nellie the Lion, Bi...

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

Lock all the doors! There are monsters in Illinois!