(Past program) FaceBOOK Book Group
Welcome to the FaceBOOK Book Group! The book group where you never have to leave your home or office to join in the discussion! Every Wednesday at noon, we will post questions to discuss about that month's chosen title. If you can't be on Facebook on Wednesday at noon, just chime in with your tho...
Read More(Contest closed) Scary Story or Poem Contest
Update Congratulations to the winners of the Library's first-ever Scary Story or Poem Contest! We were impressed and delighted by your submissions, and hope that everyone will enjoy them as much as we did. Thank you for taking the time to share your creativity with us. Some of you even included ...
Read More(Contest closed) GoPro Kits and Movie Fest
GoPro Movie Fest Once you've checked out a GoPro Kit (see details below) and captured stunning stills and videos, edit and polish them for viewing during the GoPro Movie Fest on November 15. Submit your video by completing the form on this page, and we will notify you if we plan to show it during ...
Read More(Survey closed) Sunday Hours Survey
Thank you to everyone for sharing your thoughts about the Library's Sunday hours. The survey is now closed. We are working to be available to you at the optimal times and will keep you informed of any changes to our operating hours. ...
Read MoreNew Catalog Coming April 17
Visit the Library Catalog As of April 2018, Lake Forest Library has a new catalog system called Polaris! For assistance using the catalog, stop by the Reference Desk or call 847.234.0636. New features include: Pick up holds at any of the libraries in our consortium Enjoy automatic renew...
Read More(Contest closed) Name the Newsletter
Thank you to everyone who submitted ideas for naming the newsletter! The contest is now closed. Over 70 people participated, and many of you offered more than one name suggestion, so we have lots of good ideas to work with! The chosen name will be revealed when the newsletter lands in your m...
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Dome Wrapped for Winter
Earlier this year, the Lake Forest Library dome was inspected when unusual buckling was identified on one of the historic 1930s Nicolai Remisoff mural panels that line the interior of the library’s rotunda. The dome inspection revealed that the entire leaded-copper dome needs to be replaced. There i...
Read More(Past program) With Love, from Your Library 2020
With Love, From Your Library returns this February! We're excited to welcome back many businesses from last year, as well as new participants. Shop local and show your Lake Forest Library card for deals and discounts!...
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