Thanksgiving Holiday Closure

The library will close early at 5:00 PM on Thanksgiving Eve (Wednesday, November 26, 2025) and will be closed on Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, November 27, 2025) to observe the holiday.

Regular library hours will resume on Friday, November 28, 2025.

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Sunrise art using soft pastels. sun, then the sky is yellow, to orange, to pink, to purple to blue, to dark. Silhouette of trees and leaves.

Pastel Sunset Art

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Using soft pastels and a charcoal pencil create a striking sunset. No art experience required to create your original art piece. All supplies are provided.

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

Using soft pastels and a charcoal pencil create a striking sunset. No art experience required to create your original art piece. All supplies are provided.

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.

Photo Guidelines

Photographs may be taken during library programs and events. Please notify library staff if you do not wish to be photographed.

Book cover of ‘Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before?’ by Dr. Julie Smith. White background with staggered black text, the word “This” in light blue. A yellow author name line at the bottom. A round purple sticker at the top right reads “Everyday Tools for Life’s Ups & Downs.”

Readers In Progress

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Build better habits, a stronger mindset, and steady motivation while sharing real-life takeaways with these monthly self-help picks.

January 27:
Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before
by Dr. Julie Smith

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

Build better habits, a stronger mindset, and steady motivation while sharing real-life takeaways with these monthly self-help picks.

January 27:
Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before
by Dr. Julie Smith

After School Snacks

After School Snacks

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community Outreach, Games, Movie, Other
Age Group:
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12), Teens

Enjoy a snack and play games every Wednesday after school. The program runs through May 20, 2026, and is intended for students aged 18 years and under

Food provided by Northern Illinois Food Bank.

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, Community Outreach, Games, Movie, Other
Event Details:

Enjoy a snack and play games every Wednesday after school. The program runs through May 20, 2026, and is intended for students aged 18 years and under

Food provided by Northern Illinois Food Bank.

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.

Clear coaster made from pressed flowers, purple, green, blue, yellow, and pink flowers pressed between 2 clear acrylic squares with rose gold washi tape taping the edges together to form a border.l

Adult/Young Adult Grab and Go Crafts: Pressed Flower Coasters

All Day
Adult & Teen Reference Desk - 2nd Floor at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Adult/YA Grab and Go:

Kits are 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...

Our February Grab and Go Kit is a Pressed Flower Coaster.

Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Adult & Teen Reference Desk - 2nd Floor
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Adult/YA Grab and Go

Kits are 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.

Our February Grab and Go Kit is a Pressed Flower Coaster.

After School Snacks

After School Snacks

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community Outreach, Games, Movie, Other
Age Group:
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12), Teens

Enjoy a snack and play games every Wednesday after school. The program runs through May 20, 2026, and is intended for students aged 18 years and under

Food provided by Northern Illinois Food Bank.

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, Community Outreach, Games, Movie, Other
Event Details:

Enjoy a snack and play games every Wednesday after school. The program runs through May 20, 2026, and is intended for students aged 18 years and under

Food provided by Northern Illinois Food Bank.

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.

Food for Thought Cooking Club

Food For Thought Cooking Club

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Other Club
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...

Our theme for February is "Snack Food Month"!

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

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Other Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

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.

Our theme for February is "Snack Food Month"!

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

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.

After School Snacks

After School Snacks

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community Outreach, Games, Movie, Other
Age Group:
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12), Teens

Enjoy a snack and play games every Wednesday after school. The program runs through May 20, 2026, and is intended for students aged 18 years and under

Food provided by Northern Illinois Food Bank.

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, Community Outreach, Games, Movie, Other
Event Details:

Enjoy a snack and play games every Wednesday after school. The program runs through May 20, 2026, and is intended for students aged 18 years and under

Food provided by Northern Illinois Food Bank.

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.

two greeting cards. one with a cactus planted in a brown pot with two red/pink blooms. The other one with a mountain landscape. green blue mountains with a sunset background.

Watercolor Cards

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

Explore the medium of watercolors at this relaxing painting event. You will get the chance to create watercolor greeting cards for your loved ones. Calming music and watercolor supplies will be provided for this unstructured art class.

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

Explore the medium of watercolors at this relaxing painting event. You will get the chance to create watercolor greeting cards for your loved ones. Calming music and watercolor supplies will be provided for this unstructured art class.

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.

Photo Guidelines

Photographs may be taken during library programs and events. Please notify library staff if you do not wish to be photographed.

Cozy Corners

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

Banish those winter blues at the snuggest spot in town! Every month, we're serving up steaming drinks, tasty treats, fun games, and coloring galore! Swing by our puzzle swap table to trade one brain-twister for another.

Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Banish those winter blues at the snuggest spot in town! Every month, we're serving up steaming drinks, tasty treats, fun games, and coloring galore! Swing by our puzzle swap table to trade one brain-twister for another.

After School Snacks

After School Snacks

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community Outreach, Games, Movie, Other
Age Group:
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12), Teens

Enjoy a snack and play games every Wednesday after school. The program runs through May 20, 2026, and is intended for students aged 18 years and under

Food provided by Northern Illinois Food Bank.

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, Community Outreach, Games, Movie, Other
Event Details:

Enjoy a snack and play games every Wednesday after school. The program runs through May 20, 2026, and is intended for students aged 18 years and under

Food provided by Northern Illinois Food Bank.

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.

Manga Art Club Flyer

Manga Art Club

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Draw your own original characters or your favorite characters from manga or anime and even share your drawings with your friends.

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

Draw your own original characters or your favorite characters from manga or anime and even share your drawings with your friends.

“The cover of The Mountain Is You by Brianna Wiest shows a textured beige background with a thin line-art drawing of a mountain. The title appears in large black letters above the illustration, and the subtitle reads, ‘Transforming Self-Sabotage Into Self-Mastery.’”

Readers In Progress

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Build better habits, a stronger mindset, and steady motivation while sharing real-life takeaways with these monthly self-help picks.

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

Build better habits, a stronger mindset, and steady motivation while sharing real-life takeaways with these monthly self-help picks.

After School Snacks

After School Snacks

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community Outreach, Games, Movie, Other
Age Group:
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12), Teens

Enjoy a snack and play games every Wednesday after school. The program runs through May 20, 2026, and is intended for students aged 18 years and under

Food provided by Northern Illinois Food Bank.

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, Community Outreach, Games, Movie, Other
Event Details:

Enjoy a snack and play games every Wednesday after school. The program runs through May 20, 2026, and is intended for students aged 18 years and under

Food provided by Northern Illinois Food Bank.

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.

An Introduction to Chinese Papercutting

Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Presentation
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

Spruce up for the Lunar New Year as Yvonne Wolf unveils the magic of Chinese papercutting! 

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

Spruce up for the Lunar New Year as Yvonne Wolf unveils the magic of Chinese papercutting! 

After School Snacks

After School Snacks

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community Outreach, Games, Movie, Other
Age Group:
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12), Teens

Enjoy a snack and play games every Wednesday after school. The program runs through May 20, 2026, and is intended for students aged 18 years and under

Food provided by Northern Illinois Food Bank.

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, Community Outreach, Games, Movie, Other
Event Details:

Enjoy a snack and play games every Wednesday after school. The program runs through May 20, 2026, and is intended for students aged 18 years and under

Food provided by Northern Illinois Food Bank.

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.

After School Snacks

After School Snacks

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community Outreach, Games, Movie, Other
Age Group:
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12), Teens

Enjoy a snack and play games every Wednesday after school. The program runs through May 20, 2026, and is intended for students aged 18 years and under

Food provided by Northern Illinois Food Bank.

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, Community Outreach, Games, Movie, Other
Event Details:

Enjoy a snack and play games every Wednesday after school. The program runs through May 20, 2026, and is intended for students aged 18 years and under

Food provided by Northern Illinois Food Bank.

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.

After School Snacks

After School Snacks

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community Outreach, Games, Movie, Other
Age Group:
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12), Teens

Enjoy a snack and play games every Wednesday after school. The program runs through May 20, 2026, and is intended for students aged 18 years and under

Food provided by Northern Illinois Food Bank.

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, Community Outreach, Games, Movie, Other
Event Details:

Enjoy a snack and play games every Wednesday after school. The program runs through May 20, 2026, and is intended for students aged 18 years and under

Food provided by Northern Illinois Food Bank.

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.

Manga Art Club Flyer

Manga Art Club

Friday, March 20, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Draw your own original characters or your favorite characters from manga or anime and even share your drawings with your friends.

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

Draw your own original characters or your favorite characters from manga or anime and even share your drawings with your friends.

After School Snacks

After School Snacks

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community Outreach, Games, Movie, Other
Age Group:
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12), Teens

Enjoy a snack and play games every Wednesday after school. The program runs through May 20, 2026, and is intended for students aged 18 years and under

Food provided by Northern Illinois Food Bank.

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, Community Outreach, Games, Movie, Other
Event Details:

Enjoy a snack and play games every Wednesday after school. The program runs through May 20, 2026, and is intended for students aged 18 years and under

Food provided by Northern Illinois Food Bank.

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.

Manga Art Club Flyer

Manga Art Club

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Draw your own original characters or your favorite characters from manga or anime and even share your drawings with your friends.

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

Draw your own original characters or your favorite characters from manga or anime and even share your drawings with your friends.

Manga Art Club Flyer

Manga Art Club

Friday, May 15, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Draw your own original characters or your favorite characters from manga or anime and even share your drawings with your friends.

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

Draw your own original characters or your favorite characters from manga or anime and even share your drawings with your friends.

Manga Art Club Flyer

Manga Art Club

Friday, July 17, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Draw your own original characters or your favorite characters from manga or anime and even share your drawings with your friends.

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

Draw your own original characters or your favorite characters from manga or anime and even share your drawings with your friends.

Manga Art Club Flyer

Manga Art Club

Friday, August 21, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Draw your own original characters or your favorite characters from manga or anime and even share your drawings with your friends.

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

Draw your own original characters or your favorite characters from manga or anime and even share your drawings with your friends.

Manga Art Club Flyer

Manga Art Club

Friday, September 18, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Draw your own original characters or your favorite characters from manga or anime and even share your drawings with your friends.

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

Draw your own original characters or your favorite characters from manga or anime and even share your drawings with your friends.