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Grab and Go: Popsicle Stick Vampire

All Day 10/13 - 10/19
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.

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.

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

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Video Game Club

Monday, October 13, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Games, Other Club
Age Group:
Teens

All teens are invited to join our monthly video game club! Join us to enjoy free snacks, discuss and critically analyze games, engage in exciting group gameplay, and make some new friends! 

 

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

All teens are invited to join our monthly video game club! Join us to enjoy free snacks, discuss and critically analyze games, engage in exciting group gameplay, and make some new friends! 

 

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

Foxy's Little Picassos: Ghost Handprints

Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Activity Center at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Children (Age 0-4)

Bring your little ones to Foxy’s Little Picassos where they can create their own little masterpieces!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Children's Activity Center
Age Group: Youth, Children (Age 0-4)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bring your little ones to Foxy’s Little Picassos where they can create their own little masterpieces!

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Casa de Cultura

Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games, Presentation
Age Group:
Teens

Inviting all teens to come and learn about Hispanic culture! Expect fun discussions, cool crafts and a chance to connect with friends while learning something new!

Sept 2 & 30

Oct 14 & 28

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

Inviting all teens to come and learn about Hispanic culture! Expect fun discussions, cool crafts and a chance to connect with friends while learning something new!

Sept 2 & 30

Oct 14 & 28

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

Good Boy, Good Book

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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 Fall to hear you read your favorite stories to him. 

Open
Registration Required
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 Fall to hear you read your favorite stories to him. 

This event is in the "Seniors" group

Senior Resource Fair

Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Offsite at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Community Outreach
Age Group:
Seniors

Fox Lake District Library staff will attend the Senior Resource Fair!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Community Outreach
Event Details:

Fox Lake District Library staff will attend the Senior Resource Fair!

This event is in the "Teens" group

Anime Club

Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Movie, Other Club, Other
Age Group:
Teens
Anime Club:

Relax after school by watching anime and having snacks.New members are always welcome!

Relax after school with anime episodes and snacks!

Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movie, Other Club, Other
Event Details:

Anime Club

Relax after school by watching anime and having snacks.

New members are always welcome!

Relax after school with anime episodes and snacks!

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

Foxy's Junior Picassos: Ghost Dot Painting

Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Children's Activity Center at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12)

Designed for budding artists this hands-on program encourages the Junior Picasso in you to create a masterpiece!

Open
Registration Required
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
Registration Required
Event Details:

Designed for budding artists this hands-on program encourages the Junior Picasso in you to create a masterpiece!

This event is in the "Teens" group

Manga Book Club

Friday, October 17, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Teens
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 month title is "Little Witch Academia" by Yoh Yoshinari.

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

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 month title is "Little Witch Academia" by Yoh Yoshinari.

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 2-7)

Saturday, October 18, 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!

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.

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

Grab and Go: Monster

All Day 10/20 - 10/26
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.

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.

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 "Families" group

Children's Storytime

Monday, October 20, 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), Youth (Age 5-8), Families
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.

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

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.

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

Parachute Play (Ages 2-5)

Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8)

Join in on the festivities at our themed parachute play times! You are sure to have a fun time! 

Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8)
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Join in on the festivities at our themed parachute play times! You are sure to have a fun time! 

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.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Beautiful Bats

Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
All Ages

Do bats make you uneasy? These misunderstood creatures are vital for the ecosystem. 

Join the Flying Fox Conservation Fund to learn about bats, debunk myths, and meet a fruit bat at the event. 

Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Presentation
Event Details:

Do bats make you uneasy? These misunderstood creatures are vital for the ecosystem. 

Join the Flying Fox Conservation Fund to learn about bats, debunk myths, and meet a fruit bat at the event. 

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.

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.

Photo Guidelines

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

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

Let's Make Rainbow Loom Crafts: Candy Corn

Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
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. Fall sessions will focus on learning how to make crafts with the Rainbow Loom!

Open
Registration Required
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. Fall sessions will focus on learning how to make crafts with the Rainbow Loom!

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

Foxy's ImagiLab: Spirit Photography

Thursday, October 23, 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
Registration Required
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!

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 "All Ages" group

Stuffie Sleepaway Camp: Halloween Edition Drop Off

All Day 10/25 - 10/29
Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12), All Ages

Drop your stuffie off at the library any time between October 25-29. Get them ready by filling out their permission slip!

Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Age Group: Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12), All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Drop your stuffie off at the library any time between October 25-29. Get them ready by filling out their permission slip!

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

Foxy's Little Explorers: Haunted House

Saturday, October 25, 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 different fun-filled adventure each month! Use your investigative skills to learn more about various topics through a variety of themed early literacy activities.

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 different fun-filled adventure each month! Use your investigative skills to learn more about various topics through a variety of 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.

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

Foxy's Frightfully Fuzzy Fashion Show

Saturday, October 25, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children's Activity Center at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Play & Learn
Age Group:
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12)

Calling all spooky scary stuffies and their humans! Dress up your favorite stuffie in a Halloween costume and help them strut their stuff in our frightfully fun fashion show.

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: Play & Learn
Event Details:

Calling all spooky scary stuffies and their humans! Dress up your favorite stuffie in a Halloween costume and help them strut their stuff in our frightfully fun fashion show.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Halloween Ball

Saturday, October 25, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games, Movie, Other
Age Group:
All Ages

Attend the spookiest party of the year! We will be offering henna and jagua tattoos, crafts, coloring, a movie, and tricks and treats for all to enjoy.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, Movie, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Attend the spookiest party of the year! We will be offering henna and jagua tattoos, crafts, coloring, a movie, and tricks and treats for all to enjoy.

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

Grab and Go: Paper Cup Mummy

All Day 10/27 - 11/2
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.

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.

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

Foxy's Haunted Howl-oween

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 10:00am - 8:00pm
Children's Activity Center at Fox Lake District Library
Age Group:
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12)

Foxy’s favorite holiday is here and he has a week full of spooktacular activities planned for his library friends, including crafts, games, and more!

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)
Event Details:

Foxy’s favorite holiday is here and he has a week full of spooktacular activities planned for his library friends, including crafts, games, and more!

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

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.