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

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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.

Fiber Arts Club

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other Club, Other
Event Details:

Bring your own knitting, crochet, needlework, or other works in progress and projects for a social crafting hour at the library! This is not a class, though participants are welcome to share tips and techniques!

Adult/Young Adult Grab and Go Crafts: Custom Mugs

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 April Grab and Go Kits will be Afternoon Tea Custom Mugs

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.

Painting with Foxy

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

Join Foxy and friends to paint a nature inspired painting. Children will be provided a canvas, acrylic paints, and paint brushes to make a fox-tastic landscape painting.

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.

Lemons and Lines

7:00pm–8:00pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Spring has sprung, and the library is your ultimate cozy retreat to escape the seasonal hustle! 

Swing by each month for a delightful coloring shindig, where bookmarks await your artistic flair. 

Foxy's ImagiLab: Zoetrope

5:30pm–6:30pm
Youth, Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12)
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, 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!

Spring Book Hedgies

10:30am–11:30am
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Spring has sprung, and it's the perfect moment to transform a dusty old book into a masterpiece! 

Craft your very own book hedgehog to sprinkle some eternal springtime charm in your home. 

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.

Crochet Club

5:30pm–6:30pm
Kids (Age 8-12)
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.

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 Junior Picassos: Yayoi Kusama Rubber Ducks

5:30pm–6:30pm
Youth, Youth (Age 5-8), Kids (Age 8-12)
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!

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.

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.

Let's Make Perler Bead Crafts: Round Pegboards

5:30pm–6:30pm
Youth, Kids (Age 8-12)
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. Spring sessions will focus on learning how to make crafts with Perler Beads!

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.

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.

Free Comic Book Day

All Day
Families, Teens, Adults, Seniors, All Ages
Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Adult & Teen Reference Desk - 2nd Floor
Age Group: Families, Teens, Adults, Seniors, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Pow! Bang! Kaboom! Celebrate Free Comic Book Day at the library! Stop by the second-floor reference desk to pick up a free comic book while supplies last. Enjoy comic-themed crafts and snap a photo at our themed photo booth—cosplay encouraged!

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.

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.

Foxy's Very Creative Writers

5:30pm–6:30pm
Youth, Kids (Age 8-12)
Upcoming
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:

Are you a dreamer or a writer? Ever wondered how to write a short story? Well, look no further because Foxy’s inviting all aspiring authors to visit his writing workshop!

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.

Lemons and Lines

7:00pm–8:00pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Spring has sprung, and the library is your ultimate cozy retreat to escape the seasonal hustle! 

Swing by each month for a delightful coloring shindig, where bookmarks await your artistic flair. 

Fiber Arts Club

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other Club, Other
Event Details:

Bring your own knitting, crochet, needlework, or other works in progress and projects for a social crafting hour at the library! This is not a class, though participants are welcome to share tips and techniques!

Grab and Go: Hot Air Balloon

All Day 5/11–5/17
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.