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

Oodles of Doodles: Iamasaurus

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: Tissue Paper Pterodactyl

All Day 11/25 - 11/26
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 "Families" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Native History

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Families, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Families, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Presentation
Event Details:

Illinois was inhabited by diverse Native Tribes for centuries. 

Explore the traditions and culture of those who lived on this land in the early 1800s and discover how they were displaced from their homes.

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 November 27, we will discuss the book When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi.  

Closing Early Thanksgiving Eve

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Fox Lake District Library
Description:

We will close at 5pm instead of 7pm on Wednesday, November 27.

Branches:
Fox Lake District Library
Description:

We will be closed on Thursday, November 28 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.

This event is in the "Youth" group.

Grab and Go: Tissue Paper Pterodactyl

All Day 11/29 - 11/30
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.

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 Poisoner's Handbook by Deborah Blu.

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 12/2 - 12/7
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.

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

Murder Mystery 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

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.

 

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.

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

Anything Goes 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

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.​

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.

Video Game Club

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

Pop into our Teen Video Game Club for fun multiplayer sessions on Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4. Dive into diverse games and enjoy friendly competition, teamwork, and a welcoming community of gamers.

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 "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 "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 "Teens" group.

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.

Closed for Christmas

All Day 12/24 - 12/25
Closing
Branches:
Fox Lake District Library
Description:

We will be closed on Tuesday, December 24 and Wednesday, December 25 in observance of the Christmas holiday.

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.

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.

Closed for New Year's Eve

All Day 12/31 - 1/1
Closing
Branches:
Fox Lake District Library
Description:

We will be closed on Tuesday, December 31 and Wednesday, January 1 in observance of the New Year's holiday.