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 Dec 15 - 21 2025 Grab and Go: Paper Bag Polar Bear All Day 12/15–12/21 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 Dec 15 - 21 2025 Grab and Go: Paper Bag Polar Bear All Day 12/15–12/21 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 Dec 16 2025 Tue Foxy's Little Picassos: Jan Brett Art 10:00am–10:30am Youth, Children (Age 0-4) Open Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group Dec 16 2025 Tue Foxy's Little Picassos: Jan Brett Art 10:00am–10:30am Youth, Children (Age 0-4) Open 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Dec 16 2025 Tue Ardently Admiring Austen 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 Dec 16 2025 Tue Ardently Admiring Austen 7:00pm–8:00pm Teens, Adults, Seniors Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other Event Details: Raise your teacups, folks! It's Jane Austen's 250th birthday bash—Regency style! Swing by the library for an evening of crafting, munching, and merrymaking. Disclaimer(s) 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 This event is in the "Teens" group Dec 17 2025 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 Dec 17 2025 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 Dec 17 2025 Wed Let's Make Finger Knit Crafts: Snake 5:30pm–6:30pm Youth, Kids (Age 8-12) Open Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Kids (Age 8-12)" group Dec 17 2025 Wed Let's Make Finger Knit Crafts: Snake 5:30pm–6:30pm Youth, Kids (Age 8-12) Open 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!
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 Dec 18 2025 Thu Foxy's Junior Picassos: Winter Tree 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 Dec 18 2025 Thu Foxy's Junior Picassos: Winter Tree 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 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 Dec 19 2025 Fri Manga Art Club 3:30pm–4:30pm Teens This event is in the "Teens" group Dec 19 2025 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 This event is in the "Youth (Age 5-8)" group This event is in the "Kids (Age 8-12)" group Dec 22 - 23 2025 Grab and Go: Wreath All Day 12/22–12/23 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 Dec 22 - 23 2025 Grab and Go: Wreath All Day 12/22–12/23 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 "Youth (Age 5-8)" group This event is in the "Kids (Age 8-12)" group Dec 22 2025 Mon Painted Ice Crystals 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 Dec 22 2025 Mon Painted Ice Crystals 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 Registration Required Event Details: Bring a touch of winter wonder indoors! Using your color and imagination transform shimmering “ice crystals” as you assemble a temporary winter scene. Experience the whimsy of frozen art—without a coat and scarf!
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Dec 22 2025 Mon Snowman Ornament Craft 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults, Seniors Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Dec 22 2025 Mon Snowman Ornament Craft 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults, Seniors Open Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Paint a snowman winter scene on a recycled log ornament. All supplies provided. Register Required.
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 Dec 26 - 28 2025 Grab and Go: Wreath All Day 12/26–12/28 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 Dec 26 - 28 2025 Grab and Go: Wreath All Day 12/26–12/28 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 Dec 29 - 30 2025 Grab and Go: Gingerbread House All Day 12/29–12/30 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 Dec 29 - 30 2025 Grab and Go: Gingerbread House All Day 12/29–12/30 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 2 - 4 2026 Grab and Go: Gingerbread House All Day 1/2–1/4 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 2 - 4 2026 Grab and Go: Gingerbread House All Day 1/2–1/4 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 5 2026 Mon Adult/Young Adult Grab and Go Crafts: Sock Kitten All Day 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 5 2026 Mon Adult/Young Adult Grab and Go Crafts: Sock Kitten All Day Teens, Adults, Seniors Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library Room: Adult & Teen Reference Desk - 2nd Floor Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Adult/YA Grab and Go Kits are available on the first Monday of each month and must be picked up in person.Due to limited availability kits cannot be placed on hold.Colors may vary from the sample image. Our January Grab and Go Kit is a Sock Kitten.
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 5 - 11 2026 Grab and Go: Cotton Snowman All Day 1/5–1/11 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 5 - 11 2026 Grab and Go: Cotton Snowman All Day 1/5–1/11 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 6 2026 Tue New Year, New Vision 6:00pm–7:00pm Teens, Adults Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 6 2026 Tue New Year, New Vision 6:00pm–7:00pm Teens, Adults Open Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Vision boards combine images, words and dreams into one place as a reminder to ourselves of what we want to achieve. Whether you’re envisioning new health, school, financial or life goals we’re here to help you manifest them in 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 This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 7 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 7 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 "Children (Age 0-4)" group This event is in the "Youth (Age 5-8)" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Play-Doh Playdates (Ages 2-7) 10:30am–11:30am 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 10 2026 Sat 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Winter Sowing 11:00am–12:30pm Teens, Adults Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Winter Sowing 11:00am–12:30pm Teens, Adults Open Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Presentation, Workshop Registration Required Event Details: This informative and interactive presentation introduces the affordable and easygardening method of WINTER SOWING—a technique using recycled containers tostart seeds outdoors during the winter months. The program will emphasize the
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 12 - 18 2026 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) 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 12 - 18 2026 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 Jan 13 2026 Tue Foxy's Little Picassos: Foot Print Penguins 10:00am–10:30am Youth, Children (Age 0-4) Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group Jan 13 2026 Tue Foxy's Little Picassos: Foot Print Penguins 10:00am–10:30am Youth, Children (Age 0-4) Upcoming 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.
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 14 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 14 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 "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.
