Event List

Grab and Go: Food Groups

All Day 8/11 - 8/16

Youth Reference Desk - 1st Floor at Fox Lake District Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

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

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

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Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library

Room: Youth Reference Desk - 1st Floor

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

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Event Details:

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

Summer Meals

Monday, August 11, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library

Program Type:

Community Outreach, Movie, Other

Age Group:

Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12), Families, Teens

School-aged youth are invited to enjoy a complimentary lunch from the Northern Illinois Food Bank and a movie in the First Floor Meeting Room. Meals are served only until 1:00 pm.

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Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12), Families, Teens

Program Type: Community Outreach, Movie, Other

Event Details:

School-aged youth are invited to enjoy a complimentary lunch from the Northern Illinois Food Bank and a movie in the First Floor Meeting Room. Meals are served only until 1:00 pm.

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.

Foxy's Tater Tots (0-2)

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am

Children's Activity Center at Fox Lake District Library

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

Youth, Children (Age 0-4)

For ages 0-2 with a guardian.

Bring your little tater tots over to the Children’s Activity Center and join Foxy, our mascot, for storytime and movement activities!

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Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library

Room: Children's Activity Center

Age Group: Youth, Children (Age 0-4)

Program Type: Storytime

Event Details:

For ages 0-2 with a guardian.

Bring your little tater tots over to the Children’s Activity Center and join Foxy, our mascot, for storytime and movement activities!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Summer Meals

Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library

Program Type:

Community Outreach, Movie, Other

Age Group:

Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12), Families, Teens

School-aged youth are invited to enjoy a complimentary lunch from the Northern Illinois Food Bank and a movie in the First Floor Meeting Room. Meals are served only until 1:00 pm.

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Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12), Families, Teens

Program Type: Community Outreach, Movie, Other

Event Details:

School-aged youth are invited to enjoy a complimentary lunch from the Northern Illinois Food Bank and a movie in the First Floor Meeting Room. Meals are served only until 1:00 pm.

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.

STEM Into Learning: Juggling Balls

Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Children's Activity Center at Fox Lake District Library

Program Type:

STEAM

Age Group:

Youth, Kids (Age 8-12)

STEM Into Learning:

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

Upcoming

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Registration Required

Upcoming

Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library

Room: Children's Activity Center

Age Group: Youth, Kids (Age 8-12)

Program Type: STEAM

Registration Required

STEM Into Learning

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

Play to Learn: Camping

Saturday, August 16, 2025 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Children's Activity Center at Fox Lake District Library

Program Type:

Play & Learn

Age Group:

Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8)

Play to Learn:

Drop-in play for children 2-6 years old with a caregiver.Each themed event will feature hands-on activities to spark your child’s imagination and engage their literacy, math, and s...

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Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library

Room: Children's Activity Center

Age Group: Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8)

Program Type: Play & Learn

Play to Learn

Drop-in play for children 2-6 years old with a caregiver.

Each themed event will feature hands-on activities to spark your child’s imagination and engage their literacy, math, and social skills.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Grab and Go: Box of Crayons

All Day 8/18 - 8/23

Youth Reference Desk - 1st Floor at Fox Lake District Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

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

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

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Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library

Room: Youth Reference Desk - 1st Floor

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

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Event Details:

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

Foxy's ImagiLab: Light Painting

Monday, August 18, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Children's Activity Center at Fox Lake District Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, STEAM

Age Group:

Youth, Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12)

Inviting all curious minds to explore the fascinating intersection of art and technology! Each month, we’ll investigate different art forms and tools—past or present. Stay curious, get creative, be imaginative!

Open

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Registration Required

Open

Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library

Room: Children's Activity Center

Age Group: Youth, Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12)

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM

Registration Required

Event Details:

Inviting all curious minds to explore the fascinating intersection of art and technology! Each month, we’ll investigate different art forms and tools—past or present. Stay curious, get creative, be imaginative!

Playtime for Littles

Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 6:00pm

Children's Activity Center at Fox Lake District Library

Program Type:

Play & Learn

Age Group:

Youth, Children (Age 0-4)

Playtime for Littles:

Drop-in unstructured play for ages up to 3 years old with an adult caregiver.

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Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library

Room: Children's Activity Center

Age Group: Youth, Children (Age 0-4)

Program Type: Play & Learn

Playtime for Littles

Drop-in unstructured play for ages up to 3 years old with an adult caregiver.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Playtime for Littles

Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 6:00pm

Children's Activity Center at Fox Lake District Library

Program Type:

Play & Learn

Age Group:

Youth, Children (Age 0-4)

Playtime for Littles:

Drop-in unstructured play for ages up to 3 years old with an adult caregiver.

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Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library

Room: Children's Activity Center

Age Group: Youth, Children (Age 0-4)

Program Type: Play & Learn

Playtime for Littles

Drop-in unstructured play for ages up to 3 years old with an adult caregiver.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Playtime for Littles

Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 6:00pm

Children's Activity Center at Fox Lake District Library

Program Type:

Play & Learn

Age Group:

Youth, Children (Age 0-4)

Playtime for Littles:

Drop-in unstructured play for ages up to 3 years old with an adult caregiver.

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Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library

Room: Children's Activity Center

Age Group: Youth, Children (Age 0-4)

Program Type: Play & Learn

Playtime for Littles

Drop-in unstructured play for ages up to 3 years old with an adult caregiver.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Play-Doh Playdates (Ages 2-7)

Saturday, August 23, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am

Children's Activity Center at Fox Lake District Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Play & Learn

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!

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Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library

Room: Children's Activity Center

Age Group: Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8)

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play & Learn

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!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Grab and Go: National Trail Mix Day

All Day 8/25 - 8/30

Youth Reference Desk - 1st Floor at Fox Lake District Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

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

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

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Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library

Room: Youth Reference Desk - 1st Floor

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

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Event Details:

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

Evening Lego Club

Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Children's Activity Center at Fox Lake District Library

Program Type:

Other Club

Age Group:

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

Special evening edition! Stop by the Children’s Activity Room to build. LEGO creations will be on display in the Children’s Library for the month.

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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)

Program Type: Other Club

Event Details:

Special evening edition! Stop by the Children’s Activity Room to build. LEGO creations will be on display in the Children’s Library for the month.

Let's Make Balloon Art: Balloon Sword

Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Children's Activity Center at Fox Lake District Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Youth, Kids (Age 8-12)

Learn new skills and make new friends. Summer sessions will focus on learning how to make art with balloons!

Upcoming

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Registration Required

Upcoming

Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library

Room: Children's Activity Center

Age Group: Youth, Kids (Age 8-12)

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Event Details:

Learn new skills and make new friends. Summer sessions will focus on learning how to make art with balloons!

Good Boy, Good Book

Thursday, August 28, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Children's Activity Center at Fox Lake District Library

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12), Families

Hank, a professional therapy dog from the Fox Lake Police Department, will be back to visit his friends this Summer to hear you read your favorite stories to him.

Upcoming

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Registration Required

Upcoming

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

Program Type: Other

Registration Required

Event Details:

Hank, a professional therapy dog from the Fox Lake Police Department, will be back to visit his friends this Summer to hear you read your favorite stories to him.

Foxy's Little Explorers: Safari

Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am

Children's Activity Center at Fox Lake District Library

Program Type:

Play & Learn

Age Group:

Youth, Children (Age 0-4)

Calling all little explorers! Join Foxy for a fun-filled safari adventure! Use your investigative skills to learn more about safari animals and their habitats through a variety of safari-themed early literacy activities.

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Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library

Room: Children's Activity Center

Age Group: Youth, Children (Age 0-4)

Program Type: Play & Learn

Event Details:

Calling all little explorers! Join Foxy for a fun-filled safari adventure! Use your investigative skills to learn more about safari animals and their habitats through a variety of safari-themed early literacy activities.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Independence Day Closure

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STEM Into Learning

Play to Learn

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Playtime for Littles

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Accompanying Adults

Playtime for Littles

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Accompanying Adults

Playtime for Littles

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Accompanying Adults

Play-Doh* Playdates

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Accompanying Adults

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Accompanying Adults