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Fossil Ridge Public Library
386 W Kennedy Rd.
Braidwood, IL 60408
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Nov 18 2025 Tue

Play-Doh Playdate

10:30am–11:00am
Toddlers
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This event is in the "Toddlers" group
Nov 18 2025 Tue

Play-Doh Playdate

10:30am–11:00am
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Fossil Ridge Public Library
Room: King Room
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us for a Play-Doh workshop! Display your creativity using our Play-Doh and tools. This program is for children aged 2-6, and registration is required.

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Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Nov 18 2025 Tue

J. Kenji Lopez-Alt

6:00pm–8:00pm
Open
Registration Required
Nov 18 2025 Tue

J. Kenji Lopez-Alt

6:00pm–8:00pm
Open
Library Branch: Fossil Ridge Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join award-winning cookbook author, New York Times food columnist, and Serious Eats director J. Kenji López-Alt for an evening of cooking insights, techniques, and foodie exploration.

This event is in the "Toddlers" group
Nov 19 2025 Wed

Little Learners

10:00am–10:45am
Toddlers
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
Nov 19 2025 Wed

Little Learners

10:00am–10:45am
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Open
Library Branch: Fossil Ridge Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let's learn our ABCs! "Little Learners" is a fun, weekly program where preschoolers can master the alphabet through stories, music, and a craft. Join us as we explore the wonderful world of letters, one week at a time.

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Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

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386 W Kennedy Road
Braidwood, IL 60408

(815) 458-2187

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