Labor Day Closure

The library will be closed on Labor Day, Monday, September 1, 2025, in observance of the holiday.

Regular library hours will resume on Tuesday, September 2, 2025.

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Foxy's Frightfully Fuzzy Fashion Show

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.

Grab & Go Crafts

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.

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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!

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Foxy's Haunted Howl-oween

Tuesday, October 28, 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!

Casa de Cultura

Tuesday, October 28, 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

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Foxy's Haunted Howl-oween

Wednesday, October 29, 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!

Foxy's Haunted Howl-oween logo

Foxy's Haunted Howl-oween

Thursday, October 30, 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!

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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Baby Monster Mash

Friday, October 31, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Age Group:
Youth, Children (Age 0-4)

Calling all mini monsters! Get your glow on and dance the morning away with kid friendly music and glow-in-the-dark fun! Come dressed in your best Halloween costumes! 

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

Calling all mini monsters! Get your glow on and dance the morning away with kid friendly music and glow-in-the-dark fun! Come dressed in your best Halloween costumes! 

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Foxy's Haunted Howl-oween

Friday, October 31, 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!

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Foxy's Jurassic Jamboree

All Day
Fox Lake District Library
Age Group:
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12)

Celebrate Dinovember with the Children’s Crew!

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

Celebrate Dinovember with the Children’s Crew!

Lego Club

Lego Club

Saturday, November 1, 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.

Foxy's Jurassic Jamboree logo

Foxy's Jurassic Jamboree

All Day
Fox Lake District Library
Age Group:
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12)

Celebrate Dinovember with the Children’s Crew!

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

Celebrate Dinovember with the Children’s Crew!

Foxy's Jurassic Jamboree logo

Foxy's Jurassic Jamboree

All Day
Fox Lake District Library
Age Group:
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12)

Celebrate Dinovember with the Children’s Crew!

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

Celebrate Dinovember with the Children’s Crew!

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.

Grab & Go Crafts

Grab and Go: Bear

All Day 11/3 - 11/9
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.

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, November 3, 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.

Foxy's Jurassic Jamboree logo

Foxy's Jurassic Jamboree

All Day
Fox Lake District Library
Age Group:
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12)

Celebrate Dinovember with the Children’s Crew!

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

Celebrate Dinovember with the Children’s Crew!

Playtime for Littles

Playtime for Littles (Ages 0-3)

Tuesday, November 4, 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.

Foxy's Jurassic Jamboree logo

Foxy's Jurassic Jamboree

All Day
Fox Lake District Library
Age Group:
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12)

Celebrate Dinovember with the Children’s Crew!

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

Celebrate Dinovember with the Children’s Crew!

Playtime for Littles

Playtime for Littles (Ages 0-3)

Wednesday, November 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.

Foxy's Jurassic Jamboree logo

Foxy's Jurassic Jamboree

All Day
Fox Lake District Library
Age Group:
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12)

Celebrate Dinovember with the Children’s Crew!

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

Celebrate Dinovember with the Children’s Crew!

Playtime for Littles

Playtime for Littles (Ages 0-3)

Thursday, November 6, 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.

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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