This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 15 2026 Thu Anime Club 3:30pm–4:30pm Teens This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 15 2026 Thu Anime Club 3:30pm–4:30pm Teens 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!
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 Jan 15 2026 Thu Foxy's Junior Picassos: Northern Lights 5:30pm–6:30pm Youth, Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12) Upcoming Registration Required 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 Jan 15 2026 Thu Foxy's Junior Picassos: Northern Lights 5:30pm–6:30pm Youth, Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12) Upcoming 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 "Teens" group Jan 16 2026 Fri Manga Art Club 3:30pm–4:30pm Teens This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 16 2026 Fri Manga Art Club 3:30pm–4:30pm Teens 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.
This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group Jan 17 2026 Sat Foxy's Little Explorers: Arctic Animals 10:30am–11:30am Youth, Children (Age 0-4) This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group Jan 17 2026 Sat Foxy's Little Explorers: Arctic Animals 10:30am–11:30am 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: 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.
This event is in the "All Ages" group Jan 17 2026 Sat A Conversation with Steen Metz: Surviving the Holocaust 2:00pm–3:00pm All Ages Open Registration Required This event is in the "All Ages" group Jan 17 2026 Sat A Conversation with Steen Metz: Surviving the Holocaust 2:00pm–3:00pm All Ages Open Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Presentation Registration Required Event Details: On October 2, 1943, eight-year-old Steen Metz and his family were forcibly taken from their home in German-occupied Denmark to the desolate Theresienstadt Concentration Camp.
Jan 19 2026 Mon Martin Luther King Jr. Day All Day Closing Jan 19 2026 Mon Closing Martin Luther King Jr. Day All Day Branches: Fox Lake District Library Description: In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the library will be closed on Monday, January 16, 2026.Regular library hours will resume on Tuesday, January 17, 2026.
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 Jan 20 - 25 2026 Grab and Go: Pasta Snowflake All Day 1/20–1/25 Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12) 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 Jan 20 - 25 2026 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 Jan 20 - 31 2026 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) 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 Jan 20 - 31 2026 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 Jan 20 2026 Tue Foxy's Tater Tots (0-2) 10:00am–10:30am Youth, Children (Age 0-4) This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group Jan 20 2026 Tue 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 20 2026 Tue Basic Computer Class 10:00am–11:00am Adults, Seniors This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 20 2026 Tue Basic Computer Class 10:00am–11:00am Adults, Seniors Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Technology Class Event Details: Are you interested in learning how to use a computer? This entry level basic computer class will teach you how a computer works, basic navigation, and how to search the internet.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 20 2026 Tue Cozy Corners 7:00pm–8:00pm Teens, Adults, Seniors This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 20 2026 Tue Cozy Corners 7:00pm–8:00pm Teens, Adults, Seniors Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors Program Type: Other Event Details: Banish those winter blues at the snuggest spot in town! Every month, we're serving up steaming drinks, tasty treats, fun games, and coloring galore! Swing by our puzzle swap table to trade one brain-twister for another.
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 Jan 21 2026 Wed Foxy's Rockin' Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8) 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 Jan 21 2026 Wed 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 Jan 21 2026 Wed After School Snacks 2:00pm–4:00pm Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12), Teens 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 Jan 21 2026 Wed 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 underFood 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 "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 21 2026 Wed Social Security and Retirement 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults, Seniors This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 21 2026 Wed Social Security and Retirement 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults, Seniors Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Presentation Event Details: Jonathan Pfisterer from Pfisterer Retirement & Insurance will present a session on how Social Security works.
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 Jan 22 2026 Thu Foxy's ImagiLab: Salt Snowflake Painting 5:30pm–6:30pm Youth, Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12) Open Registration Required 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 Jan 22 2026 Thu Foxy's ImagiLab: Salt Snowflake Painting 5:30pm–6:30pm Youth, Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12) Open 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 "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 23 2026 Fri Winter Themed Book Vases 10:30am–11:30am Adults, Seniors Full Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 23 2026 Fri Winter Themed Book Vases 10:30am–11:30am Adults, Seniors Full Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Sprinkle a dash of winter wonder onto your shelves by crafting your very own book vases. Toss in some flowers and greenery, and voilà—a masterpiece is born!
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 Jan-Feb 2026 Grab and Go: Polar Bear All Day 1/26–2/1 Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12) 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 Jan-Feb 2026 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 Jan 26 2026 Mon Children's Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Families 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 Jan 26 2026 Mon 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 "Kids (Age 8-12)" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Crochet Club 5:30pm–6:30pm Kids (Age 8-12) Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Kids (Age 8-12)" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Crochet Club 5:30pm–6:30pm Kids (Age 8-12) Upcoming 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Pastel Sunset Art 6:30pm–7:30pm Teens, Adults Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Pastel Sunset Art 6:30pm–7:30pm Teens, Adults Open Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Using soft pastels and a charcoal pencil create a striking sunset. No art experience required to create your original art piece. All supplies are provided. 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 27 2026 Tue A Snapshot in Time: Biography 11:00am–12:00pm Adults, Seniors This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 27 2026 Tue A Snapshot in Time: Biography 11:00am–12:00pm Adults, Seniors 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 starting in January 2026. For the January 27 meeting, we will discuss the book: Bing Crosby: A Pocketful of Dreams by Gary Giddins.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 27 2026 Tue Readers In Progress 7:00pm–8:00pm Teens, Adults This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 27 2026 Tue Readers In Progress 7:00pm–8:00pm Teens, Adults Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Book Club Event Details: Build better habits, a stronger mindset, and steady motivation while sharing real-life takeaways with these monthly self-help picks.January 27:Why Has Nobody Told Me This Beforeby Dr. Julie Smith
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 Jan 28 2026 Wed After School Snacks 2:00pm–4:00pm Youth, Children (Age 0-4), Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12), Teens 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 Jan 28 2026 Wed 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 underFood 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 "Kids (Age 8-12)" group Jan 28 2026 Wed Let's Make Finger Knit Crafts: Octopus Doll 5:30pm–6:30pm Youth, Kids (Age 8-12) Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Kids (Age 8-12)" group Jan 28 2026 Wed Let's Make Finger Knit Crafts: Octopus Doll 5:30pm–6:30pm Youth, Kids (Age 8-12) Upcoming 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!
