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Murder Mystery Book Club

Thursday, October 2, 2025 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. 

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

The Lost Village by Camilla Sten.

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

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.

 

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

The Lost Village by Camilla Sten.

Fiber Arts Club

Fiber Arts Club

Thursday, October 2, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Other Club, Other
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

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!

Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other Club, Other
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!

Food for Thought Cooking Club

Food For Thought Cooking Club

Saturday, October 4, 2025 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 October is "Vegetarian 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 October is "Vegetarian 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.

Grab & Go Crafts

Adult/Young Adult Grab and Go Crafts

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 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...

The October Adult/Young Adult Grab and Go Craft is the Felt Skulls Craft. 

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 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.

The October Adult/Young Adult Grab and Go Craft is the Felt Skulls Craft. 

Mystery Busters!

All Day
Adult & Teen Reference Desk - 2nd Floor at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Sharpen your sleuthing prowess with “Mystery Busters!” 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Adult & Teen Reference Desk - 2nd Floor
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Sharpen your sleuthing prowess with “Mystery Busters!” 

Grab & Go Crafts

Adult/Young Adult Grab & Go Crafts

All Day 10/6 - 10/11
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 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...

Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Adult & Teen Reference Desk - 2nd Floor
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.

Red Cross Blood Drive

Monday, October 6, 2025 at 11:00am - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Make a lifesaving donation today and become someone's hero! 

As a thank-you, all generous donors will snag a free book from the fabulous Friends of the Library book sale room.

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

Make a lifesaving donation today and become someone's hero! 

As a thank-you, all generous donors will snag a free book from the fabulous Friends of the Library book sale room.

Get Your Docs in a Row: Estate Planning 

Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Presentation, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

This presentation provides an intro to estate planning fundamentals such as wills, trusts, and Powers of Attorney. Presented by Caren and Alan from Shire Law Group. This is a walk-in event.

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

This presentation provides an intro to estate planning fundamentals such as wills, trusts, and Powers of Attorney. Presented by Caren and Alan from Shire Law Group. This is a walk-in event.

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Anything Goes Book Club

Monday, October 13, 2025 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.​

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

 The Fox Wife by Yangszee Choo 

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

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.​

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

 The Fox Wife by Yangszee Choo 

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.

Medicare Seminar

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 9:30am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Presentation, Other
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Michael Dressendorfer will provide an informative discussion on Medicare and Medicare Advantage Plans.

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

Michael Dressendorfer will provide an informative discussion on Medicare and Medicare Advantage Plans.

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A Snapshot in Time - Biography Book Club

Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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.​

A Snapshot In Time-Biography
Select Wednesdays at 7:00 pm (NEW TIME)
September 24:American like me : reflections on life between cultures by America Ferrera 
October 29:  Mountains beyond mountains by Tracy Kidder  

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

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.​

A Snapshot In Time-Biography
Select Wednesdays at 7:00 pm (NEW TIME)
September 24:American like me : reflections on life between cultures by America Ferrera 
October 29:  Mountains beyond mountains by Tracy Kidder  

Brass City Board Game Night

Thursday, October 30, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Families, Teens, Adults, Seniors, All Ages

Join us for Brass City Board Game Nights with Joe Prindle — a free, all-ages event series happening this summer at the library!

Enjoy an evening of board game demos and casual play, featuring:

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

Join us for Brass City Board Game Nights with Joe Prindle — a free, all-ages event series happening this summer at the library!

Enjoy an evening of board game demos and casual play, featuring:

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.

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Better Read Than Dead: True Crime Book Club

Friday, October 31, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Quiet Reading 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.

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

Behind the Door by Amy Price .

Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Quiet Reading Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

True Crime Book Club

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

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

Behind the Door by Amy Price .

Food for Thought Cooking Club

Food For Thought Cooking Club

Saturday, November 1, 2025 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 November is "Chef's Choice 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 November is "Chef's Choice 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.

Grab & Go Crafts

Adult/Young Adult Grab and Go Crafts

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 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...

The November Adult/Young Adult Grab and Go Craft is the Coil Baskets Craft. 

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 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.

The November Adult/Young Adult Grab and Go Craft is the Coil Baskets Craft. 

Mystery Busters!

All Day
Adult & Teen Reference Desk - 2nd Floor at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Sharpen your sleuthing prowess with “Mystery Busters!” 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Adult & Teen Reference Desk - 2nd Floor
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Sharpen your sleuthing prowess with “Mystery Busters!” 

Grab & Go Crafts

Adult/Young Adult Grab & Go Crafts

All Day 11/3 - 11/8
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 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...

Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Adult & Teen Reference Desk - 2nd Floor
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.

Job Search During the Holidays

Monday, November 3, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Presentation, Workshop, Other
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Lake County Job Center Events at the Library:

Job Search During the Holidays

Monday, November 3 at 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

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

Lake County Job Center Events at the Library:

Job Search During the Holidays

Monday, November 3 at 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

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Murder Mystery Book Club

Thursday, November 6, 2025 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. 

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

The Twyford Code by Janice Hallett

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

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.

 

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

The Twyford Code by Janice Hallett

Fiber Arts Club

Fiber Arts Club

Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Other Club, Other
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

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!

Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other Club, Other
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!

Autumn Leaf Painting

Friday, November 7, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

Enjoy a relaxing and creative activity as we transform beautiful fall leaves into art! We will be doing dot paintings on top of real fallen leaves and framing our artwork. Materials will be provided. Register today!

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

Enjoy a relaxing and creative activity as we transform beautiful fall leaves into art! We will be doing dot paintings on top of real fallen leaves and framing our artwork. Materials will be provided. Register today!

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Anything Goes Book Club

Monday, November 10, 2025 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.​

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

This Time Tomorrow by Emma Straub

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

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.​

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

This Time Tomorrow by Emma Straub

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.

Crafting Your Career Story

Monday, November 17, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Presentation, Workshop, Other
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Lake County Job Center Events at the Library:

Crafting Your Career Story

Monday, November 17 at 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

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

Lake County Job Center Events at the Library:

Crafting Your Career Story

Monday, November 17 at 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

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A Snapshot in Time - Biography Book Club

Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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.​

A Snapshot In Time-Biography
Select Wednesdays at 7:00 pm (NEW TIME)
September 24:American like me : reflections on life between cultures by America Ferrera 
October 29:  Mountains beyond mountains by Tracy Kidder  

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

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.​

A Snapshot In Time-Biography
Select Wednesdays at 7:00 pm (NEW TIME)
September 24:American like me : reflections on life between cultures by America Ferrera 
October 29:  Mountains beyond mountains by Tracy Kidder