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Donate new pajamas and bedtime books for children from newborns to age 12 as part of Sweet Dreams, sponsored by Senator Julie Morrison.
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Featured Events

The Wacky Science Show

Nov 15th | 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Register and join us for a science lab comedy show to discover how everyday household items can unlock mind-blowing scientific principles.

Tea-Rex Tea Party

Nov 17th | 10:00am - 11:00am
RegistROAR and join us for stories and crafts full of dino charm, plus tea for tiny T-Rex arms.

Chess Club for Grades 5–12

Nov 18th | 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Register and join new and experienced players in person for chess.

Off-Site Storytime at Elawa Farm

Nov 21st | 10:00am - 10:30am
Off-Site at Elawa Farm
Register or drop in away from the Library at 1401 Middlefork Drive for a special storytime.

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"I didn't know my Library had that!"

Unintentional best-kept secrets that might surprise you

Services

Lake Forest residents who are currently homebound can have library materials delivered to their home.
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Collections

Borrow one of the blue backpacks in the Children's Library and have fun with literacy, science, tech, and math activities for kids.
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Resources

Get 24 hours of full access to News, Games, Cooking, Wirecutter, and The Athletic. Return to the Library website to use the link every day!
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"I didn't know my Library had that!"

Unintentional best-kept secrets that might surprise you

Services

Stop by the West LF Train Station and borrow popular items from the vending machine. Perfect if you are waiting for a hold!
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Collections

Lake Forest Library cardholders ages 16+ can borrow technology to entertain, create, convert, and more!
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Resources

Search current and archived issues of the Daily Herald going back to 1995, including newspaper pages, articles, and online-only content.
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