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Anything Goes Book Club

Monday, July 14, 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 Overstory: A Novel by Richard Powers.

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 Overstory: A Novel by Richard Powers.

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, July 14, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens
Video Game Club:

Pop into our Teen Video Game Club for fun multiplayer sessions on Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4. Dive into diverse games and enjoy friendly competition, teamwork, and a welcomi...

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

Video Game Club

Pop into our Teen Video Game Club for fun multiplayer sessions on Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4. Dive into diverse games and enjoy friendly competition, teamwork, and a welcoming community of gamers.

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.

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

Foxy's Tater Tots

Tuesday, July 15, 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!

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.

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

STEM Into Learning: Ferris Wheel

Wednesday, July 16, 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
Registration Required
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!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Manga Book Club

Friday, July 18, 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 "Delicious in Dungeon" by Ryoko Kui.

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 "Delicious in Dungeon" by Ryoko Kui.

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 to Learn: Foxy's Arcade

Saturday, July 19, 2025 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
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...

Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
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.

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

Mario Kart RC Racing

Saturday, July 19, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Youth, Kids (Age 8-12)

Vroom Vroom! Beep Beep! Watch out for that shell! Bring your competitive spirit and see who can navigate the track, go for the gold, and win the coveted Foxy Cup.

Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Age Group: Youth, Kids (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Vroom Vroom! Beep Beep! Watch out for that shell! Bring your competitive spirit and see who can navigate the track, go for the gold, and win the coveted Foxy Cup.

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: Circus Cookie Elephant

All Day 7/21 - 7/26
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
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 "Youth (Age 5-8)" group.
This event is in the "Kids (Age 8-12)" group.

Foxy's ImagiLab: FunHouse Mirrors

Monday, July 21, 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!

Upcoming
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.

Playtime for Littles

Tuesday, July 22, 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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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: Popsicle

All Day 7/28 - 8/2
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
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, 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.

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, 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! 

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 "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group.
This event is in the "Youth (Age 5-8)" group.

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!

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.

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

A Snapshot in Time - Biography Book Club

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

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

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.​

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

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!

Upcoming
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!

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

Thursday, July 31, 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
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. 

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.

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.

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.

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

Adult/Young Adult Grab & Go Crafts

All Day 8/4 - 8/9
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
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.

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: Chocolate Chip Cookie

All Day 8/4 - 8/9
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
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.

Playtime for Littles

Tuesday, August 5, 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.

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.