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Creative Crew for kids and teens with Ms. Ashley. Wednesdays, January 14 and 28 from 4 to 5 pm. Registration is required.

A program ad with text stating, "Toddler and Kids Events occurring weekly. Artsy Tots, Thursdays at 11:00 am, registration required. Story Tots with Miss Candy, Fridays at 11:00 am, no registration required. Art Factory, designated Saturdays at 12:00 pm, ages 12 and under, no registration required."

Line Dancing, for older adults & seniors. Saturdays, Jan 24 and 31. Beginners: 1:00 pm-2:00 pm. Advanced: 2:00pm-2:30pm. Instructed by Cynthia Morse (C Soul Slyders). Registration is required!

Are You at Risk for Prediabetes? With Coach Cindy of Assured Wellness Health and Wellness Coaching. Monday, February 2 from 5:30 to 6:30 pm. Join Coach Cindy for an informative session designed to help you understand your risk for prediabetes and how lifestyle changes can make a powerful difference. Registration is encouraged.

Basic Self Defense 101 Part 2 for adults and seniors. Tuesday, February 3 from 11 am to 12 pm. Join us for a basic self-defense session with Brian Thompson. This essential hands-on course is designed to build immediate confidence and practical tools for personal safety. Registration is required.

PFPL: Check out our Library of Things located in the new book area across from the front desk!

Creative Crew with Ms. Ashley for Kids & Teens

Wednesday, January 28 from 4:00 pm until 5:00 pm.

Artsy Tots

Thursday, January 29 from 11:00 am until 12:00 pm. Registration is required.

Story Tots with Miss Candy

Friday, January 30 from 11:00 am until 11:30 am.

Line Dancing with Cynthia Morse

Saturday, January 31 from 1:00 pm until 2:30 pm. Registration is required.

Black History Month Book Giveaway for Kids

Available throughout February. While supplies last.

Are You at Risk for Prediabetes?

Monday, February 2 from 5:30 pm until 6:30 pm. Registration is encouraged.

Basic Self Defense 101 Part 2

Tuesday, February 3 from 11:00 am until 12:00 pm. Registration is required.

Check out our Library of Things!

Located in the New Book area across from the Patron Services desk.

Library Board Vacancy

An open position on the Park Forest Library Board of Trustees is now vacant until the next election, which will be held in April 2027. The vacancy can be filled until that time by appointment by the Park Forest Library Board.

Park Forest residents interested in applying for this Library Board Trustee vacancy may do so by completing the application for a Trustee. Applications are also available to pick up at the Park Forest Public Library. Applications must be returned no later than February 7, 2026, to Lance L. Jefferson, President, 400 Lakewood Boulevard, Park Forest, IL 60466, or emailed to lance.jefferson@pfpl.org. The Library Board normally meets at 7:30 PM on the third Thursday of each month.