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Manga Book Club

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Teens
Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Club

Manga Book Club

The Manga Book Club reads a variety of popular light novels and manga.

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

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group.
This event is in the "Youth (Age 5-8)" group.

Play-Doh Playdates (Ages 2-6)

10:30am - 11:30am
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8)
Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Children's Activity Center
Age Group: Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8)

Play-Doh* Playdates

It’s time for some Play-Doh® fun! We have all the Play-Doh® and tools,all you need is your imagination!

This event is in the "Youth" group.

Grab and Go: Handprint Witch

All Day 10/21 - 10/26
Youth
Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group.
This event is in the "Youth (Age 5-8)" group.

Children's Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8)
Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Children's Activity Center
Age Group: Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8)
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.

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

Cut the Cable Cord

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Adults, Seniors
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

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
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 "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group.
This event is in the "Youth (Age 5-8)" group.
This event is in the "Kids (Age 8-12)" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

After School Snacks

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12), Teens
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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Kids (Age 8-12)" group.

STEM Into Learning: Articulated Grabber

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Youth, Kids (Age 8-12)
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Children's Activity Center
Age Group: Youth, Kids (Age 8-12)
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20

STEM Into Learning

Use simple materials to make various experiments while learning about STEM concepts!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Anime Club

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Teens
Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other

Anime Club

Relax after school by watching anime and having snacks.

New members are always welcome!

Event Details:

Anime Club is back for the new school year! Relax after school with anime episodes and snacks!

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

Better Read Than Dead: True Crime Book Club

10:30am - 11:30am
Adults, Seniors
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 "Teens" group.

Cookies & Crafts

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Teens
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!

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.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Monster Mash Tea

11:00am - 1:00pm
All Ages
Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other
Event Details:

The library transforms into a spooky haven as the days grow shorter. Get your spookiest outfit ready, snack on treats, flaunt your monster expertise, and unleash your creativity with mask-making! Any age is welcome to join the fun!

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Youth (Age 5-8)" group.

Oodles of Doodles: Itty Bitty Betty Blob

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Youth, Youth (Age 5-8)
Registration
Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Children's Activity Center
Age Group: Youth, Youth (Age 5-8)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Art and books collide in this super fun mashup of creativity. We’ll read a story and make an art project related to it!

This event is in the "Youth" group.

Grab and Go: Candy Corn Frankenstein

All Day 10/28 - 11/2
Youth
Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

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

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

Retirement By Design

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Adults, Seniors
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

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adults, Seniors
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 "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group.
This event is in the "Youth (Age 5-8)" group.
This event is in the "Kids (Age 8-12)" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

After School Snacks

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12), Teens
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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Kids (Age 8-12)" group.

Let's Make Origami

4:30pm - 6:30pm
Youth, Kids (Age 8-12)
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Children's Activity Center
Age Group: Youth, Kids (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Learn new skills and make new friends in our Let’s Make series of programs! This three session class will focus on learning the basics of origami. Registration is for all three sessions.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group.
This event is in the "Youth (Age 5-8)" group.
This event is in the "Kids (Age 8-12)" group.

Boo-tiful Ghost Art

All Day
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12)
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:

The Youth Services Craft Table will be set up with various backgrounds kids can use to create spooky and cute ghost art!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

The Book Nook

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Teens
Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Connect with other like minded bookworms in our teen-only book club, where YOU have the freedom to choose the books the group reads.

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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group.
This event is in the "Youth (Age 5-8)" group.
This event is in the "Kids (Age 8-12)" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

LEGO® Club

11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12), Families, Teens
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: Play & Learn, STEAM, Workshop
Event Details:

Love LEGOS? Stop by the Children’s Activity Room to build!

LEGO creations will be displayed in the Children’s Library for the month.

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

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club, Other
Registration 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
Teens, Adults, Seniors
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 "Youth" group.

Grab and Go: Tube Dinosaur

All Day 11/4 - 11/9
Youth
Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

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