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Library Lovers Expedition 2026

All Day 2/17 - 3/31
Fox Lake District Library
Age Group:
All Ages

Did you know your library card can be used at any library in the state of Illinois? Take a tour of your local area libraries in the 2026 Library Lovers Expedition!

Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

Did you know your library card can be used at any library in the state of Illinois? Take a tour of your local area libraries in the 2026 Library Lovers Expedition!

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Foxy in the Field: CSI Body Farm

All Day 3/2 - 3/31
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: Rainbow Cloud

All Day 3/16 - 3/22
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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Crochet Club

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Children's Activity Center at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids (Age 8-12)

Learn the basics of crochet! Children will learn how to hold a crochet hook, make a slip knot, and start their first chain. Each month we will work together on a new project!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Children's Activity Center
Age Group: Kids (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the basics of crochet! Children will learn how to hold a crochet hook, make a slip knot, and start their first chain. Each month we will work together on a new project!

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.

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Foxy's Little Picassos: Eric Carle Ladybugs

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 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.

Statue of Liberty Tour | Guided Walks on Liberty and Ellis Islands

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

Slip into the shoes of newly arrived immigrants through our digital watch fest of Tours by Foot New York’s “Statue of Liberty Tour | Guided Walks on Liberty and Ellis Islands.” 

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

Slip into the shoes of newly arrived immigrants through our digital watch fest of Tours by Foot New York’s “Statue of Liberty Tour | Guided Walks on Liberty and Ellis Islands.” 

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Foxy's Rockin' Storytime

Wednesday, March 18, 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.

After School Snacks

After School Snacks

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community Outreach, Games, Movie, Other
Age Group:
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12), Teens

Enjoy a snack and play games every Wednesday after school. The program runs through May 20, 2026, and is intended for students aged 18 years and under

Food provided by Northern Illinois Food Bank.

Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Outreach, Games, Movie, Other
Event Details:

Enjoy a snack and play games every Wednesday after school. The program runs through May 20, 2026, and is intended for students aged 18 years and under

Food provided by Northern Illinois Food Bank.

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.

Anime Club

Anime Club

Thursday, March 19, 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 Junior Picassos: Animal Egg Carton Portraits

Thursday, March 19, 2026 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!

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Manga Art Club

Friday, March 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.

Play-Doh® Playdates

Play-Doh Playdates (Ages 2-7)

Saturday, March 21, 2026 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.

Grab & Go Crafts

Grab and Go: Bowtie Hedgehog

All Day 3/23 - 3/29
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, March 23, 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), 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.

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Foxy's Curiosity Files: CSI Body Farm

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Children's Activity Center at Fox Lake District Library
Age Group:
Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12)

Delve into discovery with Foxy’s Curiosity Files! Each month, we’ll explore fascinating nonfiction topics through hands-on projects, creative activities, and curious conversations.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Children's Activity Center
Age Group: Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12)
Registration Required
Event Details:

Delve into discovery with Foxy’s Curiosity Files! Each month, we’ll explore fascinating nonfiction topics through hands-on projects, creative activities, and curious conversations.

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Foxy's Little Gamers: Sports

Tuesday, March 24, 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.

Jane Addams: The Immigrant Experience in Chicago

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Adults

Illinois can be proud of Jane Addams—reformer, founder of Hull House, Nobel Prize winner, and a person of great insight into mending social conflict.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Illinois can be proud of Jane Addams—reformer, founder of Hull House, Nobel Prize winner, and a person of great insight into mending social conflict.

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Good Boy, Good Book

Wednesday, March 25, 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. 

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 Spring to hear you read your favorite stories to him. 

After School Snacks

After School Snacks

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community Outreach, Games, Movie, Other
Age Group:
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12), Teens

Enjoy a snack and play games every Wednesday after school. The program runs through May 20, 2026, and is intended for students aged 18 years and under

Food provided by Northern Illinois Food Bank.

Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Outreach, Games, Movie, Other
Event Details:

Enjoy a snack and play games every Wednesday after school. The program runs through May 20, 2026, and is intended for students aged 18 years and under

Food provided by Northern Illinois Food Bank.

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 Perler Bead Crafts: Square Pegboards

Wednesday, March 25, 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!

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

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Better Read Than Dead: True Crime Book Club

Friday, March 27, 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 title: 

The Library Book by Susan Orlean

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: 

The Library Book by Susan Orlean

Play to Learn

Play to Learn: Entomology Lab

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Activity Center at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Play & Learn
Age Group:
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8)
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
Room: Children's Activity Center
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.

Grab & Go Crafts

Grab and Go: Unicorn

All Day 3/30 - 4/4
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.

Prom Dress and Teen Clothing Swap Drop Off

All Day 3/30 - 4/4
Adult & Teen Reference Desk - 2nd Floor at Fox Lake District Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens

Drop-off: Monday, March 30 to Saturday, April 4
Swap: Thursday, April 9 to April 16

Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Adult & Teen Reference Desk - 2nd Floor
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Drop-off: Monday, March 30 to Saturday, April 4
Swap: Thursday, April 9 to April 16

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.