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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
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
12/01/2025 @ 9:00am–01/31/2026 @ 5:00pm
Youth,
Children (Age 0-4),
Youth (Age 5-8),
Kids (Age 8-12),
Families,
Teens,
Adults,
Seniors,
All Ages
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
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Dec-Jan
2025
Reading with the Wolves: Winter Reading Challenge
12/01/2025 @ 9:00am–01/31/2026 @ 5:00pm
Youth,
Children (Age 0-4),
Youth (Age 5-8),
Kids (Age 8-12),
Families,
Teens,
Adults,
Seniors,
All Ages
Library Branch:
Fox Lake District Library
Room:
Adult & Teen Reference Desk - 2nd Floor
Age Group:
Youth,
Children (Age 0-4),
Youth (Age 5-8),
Kids (Age 8-12),
Families,
Teens,
Adults,
Seniors,
All Ages
Program Type:
Reading Challenge
Event Details:
Clever as a Fox, Fierce as a Wolf — Winter Reading Starts Here! Sign up by visiting the second floor December 1 - January 31.
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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
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
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.
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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
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.
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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
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
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!
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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
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Jan
30
2026
Fri
Better Read Than Dead: True Crime Book Club
10:30am–11:30am
Adults,
Seniors
Library Branch:
Fox Lake District Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Book Club
Event Details:
True Crime Book Club
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: The Sinners All Bow by Kate Winkler
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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
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
31
2026
Sat
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.
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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
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 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.
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This event is in the "Kids (Age 8-12)" group
This event is in the "Kids (Age 8-12)" group
Jan
26
2026
Mon
Crochet Club
5:30pm–6:30pm
Kids (Age 8-12)
Library Branch:
Fox Lake District Library
Room:
Children's Activity Center
Age Group:
Kids (Age 8-12)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
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.
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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Kids (Age 8-12)" group
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)
Library Branch:
Fox Lake District Library
Room:
Children's Activity Center
Age Group:
Youth,
Kids (Age 8-12)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Learn new skills and make new friends. Winter sessions will focus on learning how to make crafts by finger knitting!
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
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
Library Branch:
Fox Lake District Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
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.
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