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Mario Kart Tournament

Oct 12th | 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Lake Forest Library
Register or drop in and join us in person as we ride the rainbow road in a battle to be the first across the finish line.

Preserving History with Geoffery Baer (ILP)

Oct 20th | 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online Event
Register and join us on Zoom for a special conversation with Geoffrey Baer, beloved Chicago historian and storyteller.

Pumpkin Party for Ages 0–5

Oct 26th | 10:00am - 11:00am
Lake Forest Library
Register or drop in to enjoy pumpkin stories, songs, snacks, and a dance party. Wear a costume for added fun!

Evolution of the Modern Zombie

Oct 28th | 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lake Forest Library
Register and join best-selling author Scott Kenemore on Zoom for a rollicking tour of the zombie's origins and evolution.

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

Unintentional best-kept secrets that might surprise you

Services

Find Hot Picks in the Vending Machine

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

Borrow Takeout Tech

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

Access the Digital Daily Herald Collection

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

Unintentional best-kept secrets that might surprise you

Services

Enjoy the convenience of Grab 'n' Go Holds

When items you place on hold become available, we automatically check them out for you for fast, easy pick-up in the Reference Room.
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Collections

Borrow Takeout Tech

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

Learn a language with help from the Mango app

Learn a wide variety of languages more effectively through real-life situations and actual conversation.
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Enjoy the Library Together

Big Reader

Books, Authors, Discussions

DIY Dynamo

Technology, Creations, Games

Virtual Virtuoso

eBooks, Apps, Zoom Events

Community Carer

Lake Forest, Civic, Volunteer

History Buff

History, Genealogy

World Citizen

News, Travel, Languages

Cozy Viber

Cooking, Home, Garden

Arts Appreciator

Art, Movies, Music, Shows

Wellness Warrior

Health, Science, Nature

Lifelong Learner

Online Courses, Life Transitions

Data Guru

Business, Consumer