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Collection Connection: Lake Forest Authors

We are pleased to introduce the enhanced Lake Forest Author Collection! Your librarians have gathered and curated selected works by Lake Forest authors and given them new prominence in the shelves by the Reference Desk. Previously, all books authored by people born and/or residing in Lake Forest ...

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Books About Writing Books

If you’ve ever been bitten by the writing bug, or just want to learn more about the writing process, pick up a book about writing books! The following selections are meant to inspire, guide and motivate any hopeful author. Conquer your fear, transcend your anxiety and learn from the best by readin...

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Locked-Room Mysteries

Locked-room mysteries are part of the classic "whodunit and how" stories made popular by authors such as Agatha Christie and John Dickson Carr. You might also think of the 2019 movie, "Knives Out." In a locked-room mystery, a crime has been committed, but the perpetrator could not have gotten in or ...

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(Past event) Celebrating Earth Month all April!

The City of Lake Forest, Parks & Recreation, Lake Forest Library, Elawa Farm, Green Minds, Lake Forest Open Lands, and Gorton Community Center are partnering this April to celebrate Earth Day with a month of eco‑friendly activities. The theme this year is "Act for Earth." Join us in Market Sq...

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(Past program) Blind Date with a Book 2022

You Can't Judge these Books by their Covers! As Valentine's Day approaches, come in and check out a Blind Date book or audiobook. They’re wrapped up tight with the briefest of blurbs on the outside and a special bookmark on the inside. Complete the bookmark and submit it for a chance to win a gif...

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Guides to Retirement at Lake Forest Library

Saving for retirement is a lifelong process. The Lake Forest Library is here to help with all your lifelong learning goals, including personal finance and preparing for retirement. Read on for six book recommendations and three upcoming events at the library that may be of use to your retirement planning journey in 2022.

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Coding Classes: A launchpad to discovery

"Today our girl scout troop enjoyed 1½ hour coding session in the children’s library meeting room. The librarians were super helpful—Mrs. Kathy and Miss Michelle were knowledgeable and engaging. We earned an important badge and look forward to coming back soon! Thank you for having us!"
–Susan, L...

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Top Business Books of 2021

Find 12 of the top business books published in 2021, including titles to help manage your headspace, follow the growth of companies and executives, and books that write about hot topics from a business perspective. Titles are linked to the Lake Forest Library catalog.

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Welcome to the Biblio Spa

Even former Library Board trustees can be unexpectedly delighted by a trip to the Library! Ron served on the Library Board from 2014 to 2020. During meetings, he kept hearing the term concierge service. He admits now, “I wasn’t really sure what that meant.” That changed when Ron popped into the L...

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