All AARP Tax Appointments at Fox Lake Library Have Been Filled

For assistance in finding an alternative tax preparation location, please visit https://www.aarp.org/money/taxes/aarp-taxaide/locations/ or call the Adult Services Reference Desk.

Easter Closure

The library is closed on Easter (Sunday, April 5, 2026).

Regular library hours resume Monday, April 6, 2026.

Upcoming Events

Filters
Age Group

Grab and Go: Unicorn

All Day 3/30–4/4
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12)
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.

Foxy in the Field: The Titanic

All Day 4/1–4/4
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12)
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!

Playtime for Littles (Ages 0-3)

10:00am–6:00pm
Youth, Children (Age 0-4)
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.

Playtime for Littles (Ages 0-3)

10:00am–6:00pm
Youth, Children (Age 0-4)
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.

Lego Club

11:00am–12:00pm
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12)
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 and Go: Wiggly Bunny

All Day 4/6–4/12
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12)
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.

Foxy in the Field: The Titanic

All Day 4/6–4/30
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12)
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!

Children's Storytime

10:00am–10:30am
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Families
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 Tater Tots (0-2)

10:00am–10:30am
Youth, Children (Age 0-4)
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.

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

11:30am–12:30pm
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8)
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.

Grab and Go: Paint Chip Bird

All Day 4/13–4/19
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12)
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.

Foxy's Little Picassos: Watercolor Umbrellas

10:00am–10:30am
Youth, Children (Age 0-4)
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.

Foxy's Rockin' Storytime

10:00am–10:30am
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8)
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.

Play-Doh Playdates (Ages 2-7)

10:30am–11:30am
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8)
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 and Go: Butterfly

All Day 4/20–4/26
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12)
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

10:00am–10:30am
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Families
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 Little Gamers: Electronic Games

10:00am–11:00am
Children (Age 0-4)
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.

Good Boy, Good Book

1:30pm–2:30pm
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12), Families
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. 

Foxy's Earth Day Recycled Art

5:30pm–6:30pm
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12), Families
Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Age Group: Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12), Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Foxy can't wait for you to join him in celebrating Earth Day. He’s setting out a plethora of recycled materials for you to create your very own recycled art!

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.

Play to Learn: Nursery

12:00pm–4:00pm
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8)
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 and Go: Hippo

All Day 4/27–5/3
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12)
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.

Foxy in the Field: Being Unique

All Day 5/1–5/24
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12)
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!

Lego Club

11:00am–12:00pm
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12)
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 and Go: Po-Up Rainbow Card

All Day 5/4–5/10
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12)
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.