Independence Day Closure

In celebration of Independence Day, the library will be closed on Friday, July 4, 2025.

Regular library hours will resume on Saturday, July 5, 2025.

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Playtime for Littles

Playtime for Littles

Wednesday, July 23, 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.

Summer Meals

Summer Meals

Wednesday, July 23, 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.

Playtime for Littles

Playtime for Littles

Thursday, July 24, 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.

Video Game Battle Royale

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens

Challenge your pals and even the library crew to epic battles across video games, from retro classics to the latest hits. Snag the top score and claim your summer's worth of bragging rights! 

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

Challenge your pals and even the library crew to epic battles across video games, from retro classics to the latest hits. Snag the top score and claim your summer's worth of bragging rights! 

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Better Read Than Dead: True Crime Book Club

Friday, July 25, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting 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: 

Five Days at Memorial by Sheri Fink.

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Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Meeting 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: 

Five Days at Memorial by Sheri Fink.

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Friday Night Live Concert Series

Friday, July 25, 2025 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Offsite at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Community Outreach, Performance
Age Group:
All Ages

The library is looking forward to joining the fun at Friday Night Live, a brand-new summer series hosted by the Village of Fox Lake!

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Offsite Event
Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Offsite
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Outreach, Performance
Event Details:

The library is looking forward to joining the fun at Friday Night Live, a brand-new summer series hosted by the Village of Fox Lake!

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Rock on Art!

Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Activity Center at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12), Families, All Ages

Stop by the Children’s Activity Center for a rock-ing fun time! Children can paint a rock to bring home or donate to the library’s story garden. While the rocks are drying, prepare yourself for a chalk-full of surprises!

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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), Families, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Stop by the Children’s Activity Center for a rock-ing fun time! Children can paint a rock to bring home or donate to the library’s story garden. While the rocks are drying, prepare yourself for a chalk-full of surprises!

Grab & Go Crafts

Grab and Go: Popsicle

All Day 7/28 - 8/2
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.

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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.

Children's Storytime

Children's Storytime

Monday, July 28, 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.

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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), 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.

Summer Meals

Summer Meals

Monday, July 28, 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.

Wii Sports Challenge

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Games, Other
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Battle against the Librarians in Tennis, Bowling, and other sports on a classic video game system.  

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

Battle against the Librarians in Tennis, Bowling, and other sports on a classic video game system.  

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Parachute Play (Ages 2-5)

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
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! 

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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.

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Evening Play-Doh Playdates (Ages 2-7)

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
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)

It’s time for some evening 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
Event Details:

It’s time for some evening 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.

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A Snapshot in Time - Biography Book Club

Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Quiet Reading 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.​

For July 30, will discuss the book: The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot.  

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Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Quiet Reading 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.​

For July 30, will discuss the book: The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot.  

Summer Meals

Summer Meals

Wednesday, July 30, 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.

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Let's Make Balloon Art: Balloon Monkey

Wednesday, July 30, 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!

Open
Register Now
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. Summer sessions will focus on learning how to make art with balloons!

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Good Boy, Good Book

Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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. 

Open
Register Now
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 Summer to hear you read your favorite stories to him. 

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Friday Night Live Concert Series

Friday, August 1, 2025 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Offsite at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Community Outreach, Performance
Age Group:
All Ages

The library is looking forward to joining the fun at Friday Night Live, a brand-new summer series hosted by the Village of Fox Lake!

View Details
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Offsite
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Outreach, Performance
Event Details:

The library is looking forward to joining the fun at Friday Night Live, a brand-new summer series hosted by the Village of Fox Lake!

Lego Club

Lego Club

Saturday, August 2, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
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)
Lego Club:

Love LEGO®? Let your imagination run wild! Creations will be on display 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

Lego Club

Love LEGO®? Let your imagination run wild! Creations will be on display for the month.

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 August Adult/Young Adult Grab and Go Craft is the Fuzzy Fox Craft. 

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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 August Adult/Young Adult Grab and Go Craft is the Fuzzy Fox 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
Register Now
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 8/4 - 8/9
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...

View Details
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.

Grab & Go Crafts

Grab and Go: Chocolate Chip Cookie

All Day 8/4 - 8/9
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.

View Details
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

Summer Meals

Monday, August 4, 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.

View Details
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.