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After School Snacks

2:00pm–4:00pm
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12), Teens
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.

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-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.

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: Ice Skating Pond

All Day 1/12–1/18
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.

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

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.

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 "Teens" group

After School Snacks

2:00pm–4:00pm
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12), Teens
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.

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 Junior Picassos: Northern Lights

5:30pm–6:30pm
Youth, Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12)
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
Registration Required
Event Details:

Designed for budding artists this hands-on program encourages the Junior Picasso in you to create a masterpiece!

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: Pasta Snowflake

All Day 1/20–1/25
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.

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

Foxy in the Field: Arctic Animals

All Day 1/20–1/31
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!

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

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.

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 "Teens" group

After School Snacks

2:00pm–4:00pm
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12), Teens
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.

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: Salt Snowflake Painting

5:30pm–6:30pm
Youth, Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12)
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
This event is in the "Youth (Age 5-8)" group
This event is in the "Kids (Age 8-12)" group

Grab and Go: Polar Bear

All Day 1/26–2/1
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.

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

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.

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 "Teens" group

After School Snacks

2:00pm–4:00pm
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12), Teens
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.

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: Beauty and Barber Shop

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.

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

Foxy in the Field: Books and Libraries

All Day 2/1–2/15
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!

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: Puppy

All Day 2/2–2/8
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.

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 "Teens" group

After School Snacks

2:00pm–4:00pm
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12), Teens
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.

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

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.

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

Storytime with Mr. Malcolm

2:00pm–3:00pm
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12), Families
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: Storytime
Event Details:

Foxy is super excited to welcome local picture book author and awesome library patron, Mr. Malcolm Newsome to share his latest book, The Daddy-Daughter Dance, with all of Foxy’s library friends!

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: Valentine Cactus

All Day 2/9–2/15
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.

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

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.

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

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.

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 "Teens" group

After School Snacks

2:00pm–4:00pm
Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12), Teens
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.