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Winter Sowing

11:00am–12:30pm
Teens, Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
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 easy
gardening method of WINTER SOWING—a technique using recycled containers to
start 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

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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Anything Goes Book Club

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:

Anything Goes Book Club

The Anything Goes Book Club reads a variety of popular fiction and nonfiction titles from all genres.

Pick up a copy of the latest title at the Circulation Desk on the First Floor.​

Join us for an informal discussion of this month's title: 

Vera Wang's Unsolicited Advice for Murderers by Jesse Santana

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 "Youth" group
This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group

Foxy's Little Picassos: Foot Print Penguins

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

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 "Kids (Age 8-12)" group

STEM Into Learning: Snowstorm in a Jar

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: STEAM
Registration Required

STEM Into Learning

Use simple materials to make various experiments while learning about STEM concepts!

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 "Teens" group

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

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
Library Branch: Fox Lake District Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Presentation
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. 

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

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

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 "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 "Kids (Age 8-12)" group

Crochet Club

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

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Pastel Sunset Art

6:30pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
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 "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 "Kids (Age 8-12)" group

Let's Make Finger Knit Crafts: Octopus Doll

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:

Learn new skills and make new friends. Winter sessions will focus on learning how to make crafts by finger knitting!