Events
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Feb247:00 pm - 8:00 pm CST
Witty, creepy, and compulsively readable, bestselling author R.L. Stine defined horror for a generation of young readers. The generation that grew up with the Goosebumps franchise may be grown, but Stine keeps finding ways to keep us afraid of the dark! Join us with The Guinness Book of World Records’ “most prolific author of children’s horror novels,” R.L. Stine, to discuss his illustrious and still-expanding body of work.
Best known for the Goosebumps and Fear Street series (and their respective TV and movie adaptations), R.L. Stine has sold over 400 million books worldwide in 35 languages. His recent and upcoming works include The Last Sleepover, which is the fifth installment in the Goosebumps: House of Shivers series; The Graveyard Club, a YA graphic novel illustrated by Carola Borelli; multiple Fear Street movies, including Fear Street: Prom Queen; and Goosebumps: The Vanishing, the second season of the Goosebumps reboot TV series.
Becky Spratford, acclaimed horror maven and editor of Why I Love Horror: Essays on Horror Literature, will join R.L. Stine in conversation.
Register here. This event is intended for adults. Registration is required for this event and closes at 5:00 p.m. on event day. Late registrations will be processed after the live event, allowing access to the event recording.
This event is made possible by Illinois Libraries Present (ILP), a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering premier events. ILP is funded in part by a grant awarded by the Illinois State Library, a department of the Office of Secretary of State, using funds provided by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services, under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA).
ILP is committed to inclusion and accessibility. American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation and Closed Captioning are provided for all events by default—no special request needed.
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Feb2511:30 am - 12:30 pm CST
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Ageless Strength & Mobility
-Available In-Person at the Library at 11:30am
Join us on designated days for an interactive, instructional fitness session with fan-favorite instructor Arlene Santiago! We've taken Chair Yoga and graduated into something even more exciting: Ageless Strength & Mobility!
This program is available in-person at the library.
Registration is required!
To Register for this program, please contact Katherine Goosby
Patrons who sign up are registered for classes for the entire month.
*PLEASE NOTE: Participants must sign the waiver below prior to participating. Participants must be registered to attend.
Participants are encouraged to bring a hand towel and water with them to class.
WAIVER: https://app.waiversign.
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Feb254:00 pm - 8:00 am CST10 spots available
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Calling all kids and teens! Come join our Creative Crew and indulge in a fun, engaging craft project with other creative kids! Registration for this event is required--space is limited.
To register, please contact the Kids Zone at (708) 748-3731 ext. 231!
February 11 - Valentine's Day Jewelry Boxes
February 18 - Black History Month 3D Portrait
February 25 - Black History Month Jewelry
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Feb2611:00 am - 12:00 pm CST10 spots available
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Join us in the Kids' Zone for a special art program geared towards children 5 & under.
Registration is required for this event! To reserve your space, stop by Kids' Zone or call the library at (708) 748-3731 ext 234.
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Feb2611:30 am - 2:30 pm CST
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Connecting Through Treads
**Available In-Person at 11:30am**
Join us for a relaxing afternoon just for knitters, crocheters and more! Gather with knitters just like you to share ideas, techniques, and good conversation.
Bring your own knitting & crochet materials, or use the basic supplies provided.
No experience needed. All skill levels welcome
(This is a self-guided event)
No Registration Required
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Feb2711:00 am - 11:30 am CST
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Meditate with Gogo! This guided beginner-friendly session for adults will give you the tools you need to start your meditation and self-care journey. All are welcome to join, no prior experience is needed.
- Enhance Well-Being: Reduce stress and cultivate calm through guided meditation and self-awareness practices.
- Improve Focus and Productivity: Mindfulness increases clarity, sharpens attention, and supports emotional regulation.
- Build Emotional Resilience: Develop greater balance and inner peace through consistent self-care and grounding techniques.
- Support a Positive Culture: Encourage open-hearted communication and deeper connection amongst one another.
No registration is required.
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Feb2810:30 am - 1:00 pm CST
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Get prepared for growing season and learn all about what our Seed Library has to offer at our Seed Giveaway! Hosted in collaboration with the Park Forest Environment Commission. Stop by to ask questions, gather information, and collect seeds to take home.
This event will be held in the Library Commons.
No registration is required.
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Feb2812:00 pm - 12:30 pm CST10 spots available
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Join us in the Kids' Zone for an art project! Suitable for ages 13 and under.
No registration required!
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Feb2812:00 pm - 2:00 pm CST
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Celebrate Black History Month with us at our Poetry Open Mic in collaboration with Brilliant Ideas House! Enjoy an afternoon of talent with local artists of all ages. Anyone is welcome to sign up as a performer to share work related to the theme of Black History. Space will be available for day-of sign-ups as well.
Socialize and enjoy refreshments from 12:00-12:45 pm! The open mic portion of the event will run from 12:45-2:00 pm.
As this is an all ages event, all content shared must refrain from the use of profanity and age-sensitive material.
Register here to sign up as a performer. No registration is required for attendees.
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Feb282:30 pm - 4:30 pm CST
Park Forest Public Library
Location
400 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest, IL US 60466
Writer's Workshop (Led by James Pressler)
- Meeting on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of every month from 2:30pm-4:30pm.
Are you an aspiring author looking for tips and tricks to improve and perfect your craft? Are you interested in sharing your work with other authors for constructive criticism? Are you skeptical of the writing process and looking for answers from your peers? We've got the club for you! Join local author and writer James Pressler twice a month on designated Saturdays at the Writer's Workshop.