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Anime Club

Anime Club

Thursday, May 21, 2026 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!

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Foxy's Little Explorers: Gardens (Ages 2-6)

Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Children's Activity Center at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Play & Learn
Age Group:
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8)

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), Youth (Age 5-8)
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.

Memorial Day

All Day
Fox Lake District Library

The library is closed on Memorial Day (Monday, May 25, 2026).Regular library hours resume Tuesday, May 26, 2026.

Closing
Branches:
Fox Lake District Library
Description:

The library is closed on Memorial Day (Monday, May 25, 2026).

Regular library hours resume Tuesday, May 26, 2026.

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Copy of Foxy in the Field: Being Unique

All Day 5/26 - 5/31
Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12)

Foxy couldn't hold back his excitement for summer, so he's springing a surprise on his library pals with the Foxy in the Field Challenge! Each month, Foxy will leap with both paws into different topics and he wants you along for the ride!

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

Foxy couldn't hold back his excitement for summer, so he's springing a surprise on his library pals with the Foxy in the Field Challenge! Each month, Foxy will leap with both paws into different topics and he wants you along for the ride!

Grab & Go Crafts

Grab and Go: Muppet Puppet

All Day 5/26 - 5/31
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 Little Gamers: Music Games

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Play & Learn
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4)

Foxy is excited to announce a new program—Foxy's Little Gamers! Each month will be themed based on different types of gaming. Come bring your little ones and enjoy playing games with Foxy!

Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4)
Program Type: Play & Learn
Event Details:

Foxy is excited to announce a new program—Foxy's Little Gamers! Each month will be themed based on different types of gaming. Come bring your little ones and enjoy playing games with Foxy!

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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Snapshot in Time: Biography

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

The Biography Book Club meets the Last Tuesday of the month at 11:00 am.  For the May 26 meeting, we will discuss the book:  House of Sticks : a Memoir by Ly Tran.

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

The Biography Book Club meets the Last Tuesday of the month at 11:00 am.  For the May 26 meeting, we will discuss the book:  House of Sticks : a Memoir by Ly Tran.

Book cover with a green background. The title “The Let Them Theory” appears centered in large, bold yellow text. Below it, the subtitle reads “A Life-Changing Tool That Millions of People Can’t Stop Talking About.” The author’s name, Mel Robbins, is displayed near the bottom in smaller black text. The overall design is simple, modern, and bold, with a strong emphasis on the title.

Readers In Progress

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Age Group:
Adults

Build better habits, a stronger mindset, and steady motivation while sharing real-life takeaways with these monthly self-help picks

Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Build better habits, a stronger mindset, and steady motivation while sharing real-life takeaways with these monthly self-help picks

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Foxy's Rockin' Storytime

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 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)

A musical storytime where children can learn about and explore using a variety of musical instruments. Get ready for stories, music, and dancing with Foxy!

Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Children's Activity Center
Age Group: Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

A musical storytime where children can learn about and explore using a variety of musical instruments. Get ready for stories, music, and dancing with Foxy!

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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Good Boy, Good Book

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
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 Spring 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 Spring to hear you read your favorite stories to him. 

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Let's Make Perler Bead Crafts: Any Pegboard

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 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. Winter sessions will focus on learning how to make crafts by finger knitting!

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. Winter sessions will focus on learning how to make crafts by finger knitting!

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Foxy's ImagiLab: Suncatcher

Thursday, May 28, 2026 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!

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Better Read Than Dead: True Crime Book Club

Friday, May 29, 2026 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 book 

Unmasked by Paul Holes

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 book 

Unmasked by Paul Holes

Juneteenth

All Day
Fox Lake District Library

The library is closed on Juneteenth (Friday, June 19, 2026).Regular library hours resume on Saturday, June 20, 2026.

Closing
Branches:
Fox Lake District Library
Description:

The library is closed on Juneteenth (Friday, June 19, 2026).

Regular library hours resume on Saturday, June 20, 2026.

Independence Day

All Day
Fox Lake District Library

The library is closed for Independence Day (Saturday, July 4, 2026).Regular library hours resume on Monday, July 6, 2026.

Closing
Branches:
Fox Lake District Library
Description:

The library is closed for Independence Day (Saturday, July 4, 2026).

Regular library hours resume on Monday, July 6, 2026.

Manga Art Club Flyer

Manga Art Club

Friday, July 17, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Draw your own original characters or your favorite characters from manga or anime and even share your drawings with your friends.

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

Draw your own original characters or your favorite characters from manga or anime and even share your drawings with your friends.

Manga Art Club Flyer

Manga Art Club

Friday, August 21, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Draw your own original characters or your favorite characters from manga or anime and even share your drawings with your friends.

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

Draw your own original characters or your favorite characters from manga or anime and even share your drawings with your friends.

September is Library Card Sign Up Month

Library Card Sign Up Month

All Day 9/1 - 9/30
Circulation Desk - 1st Floor at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Community Outreach, Other
Age Group:
All Ages

One Card. Endless Possibilities.

Each September, libraries across the nation celebrate Library Card Sign-Up Month, a campaign that highlights the power of a library card.

Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Circulation Desk - 1st Floor
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Outreach, Other
Event Details:

One Card. Endless Possibilities.

Each September, libraries across the nation celebrate Library Card Sign-Up Month, a campaign that highlights the power of a library card.

Labor Day

All Day
Fox Lake District Library

The library is closed on Labor Day (Monday, September 7, 2026).Regular library hours resume Tuesday, September 8, 2026.

Closing
Branches:
Fox Lake District Library
Description:

The library is closed on Labor Day (Monday, September 7, 2026).

Regular library hours resume Tuesday, September 8, 2026.

Manga Art Club Flyer

Manga Art Club

Friday, September 18, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Draw your own original characters or your favorite characters from manga or anime and even share your drawings with your friends.

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

Draw your own original characters or your favorite characters from manga or anime and even share your drawings with your friends.

Manga Art Club Flyer

Manga Art Club

Friday, October 16, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Draw your own original characters or your favorite characters from manga or anime and even share your drawings with your friends.

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

Draw your own original characters or your favorite characters from manga or anime and even share your drawings with your friends.

Manga Art Club Flyer

Manga Art Club

Friday, November 20, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Draw your own original characters or your favorite characters from manga or anime and even share your drawings with your friends.

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

Draw your own original characters or your favorite characters from manga or anime and even share your drawings with your friends.

Thanksgiving Eve

Wednesday, November 25, 2026 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Fox Lake District Library

The library closes early at 5:00 PM on Thanksgiving Eve (Wednesday, November 25, 2026) and is closed on Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, November 26, 2026) to observe the holiday.Regula...

Closing
Branches:
Fox Lake District Library
Description:

The library closes early at 5:00 PM on Thanksgiving Eve (Wednesday, November 25, 2026) and is closed on Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, November 26, 2026) to observe the holiday.

Thanksgiving

All Day
Fox Lake District Library

The library will close early at 5:00 PM on Thanksgiving Eve (Wednesday, November 25, 2026) and will be closed on Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, November 26, 2026) to observe the holid...

Closing
Branches:
Fox Lake District Library
Description:

The library will close early at 5:00 PM on Thanksgiving Eve (Wednesday, November 25, 2026) and will be closed on Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, November 26, 2026) to observe the holiday.