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Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
King Room at Fossil Ridge Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Toddlers

We welcome toddlers and their caregivers to join us every week for an exciting exploration of various toys and sensory materials.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fossil Ridge Public Library
Room: King Room
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

We welcome toddlers and their caregivers to join us every week for an exciting exploration of various toys and sensory materials.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Listen & Create-Ghost Paintings

Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Storytime Room at Fossil Ridge Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children

This program is specially designed for children aged 3-5. Every week, children will have the opportunity to explore new books and engage in a fun craft project.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fossil Ridge Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

This program is specially designed for children aged 3-5. Every week, children will have the opportunity to explore new books and engage in a fun craft project.

Words My College Planning Team against a white background

Preparing for College: What's Changing and What You Can Do

Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Auditorium at Fossil Ridge Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Teens

With major changes underway in the financial aid landscape, this timely session helps families understand what’s new, what it means for them, and what steps they can take.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fossil Ridge Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

With major changes underway in the financial aid landscape, this timely session helps families understand what’s new, what it means for them, and what steps they can take.

The letters Bingocize in different colors on a white background

Bingocize

Friday, October 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30pm
Auditorium at Fossil Ridge Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Event Details

LOOKING FOR A FUN, NEW WAY

TO BE MORE ACTIVE?

Bingo + Exercise = Bingocize®

BINGOCIZE® is a health promotion program that combines the game

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fossil Ridge Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Event Details

LOOKING FOR A FUN, NEW WAY

TO BE MORE ACTIVE?

Bingo + Exercise = Bingocize®

BINGOCIZE® is a health promotion program that combines the game

flower pot scarecrow

Creativity Connections: Flower Pot Scarecrow

Friday, October 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Auditorium at Fossil Ridge Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Join us to create a fun clay pot scarecrow with rustic charm. Space is limited and registration is required. For Ages 60+

 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fossil Ridge Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us to create a fun clay pot scarecrow with rustic charm. Space is limited and registration is required. For Ages 60+

 

Halloween Bingo

Monday, October 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Auditorium at Fossil Ridge Public Library
Program Type:
Game
Age Group:
Adults

Scared of a little competition? Come dressed in your spookiest attire and win a prize and bragging rights! Light refreshments will be served. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fossil Ridge Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Game
Registration Required
Event Details:

Scared of a little competition? Come dressed in your spookiest attire and win a prize and bragging rights! Light refreshments will be served. 

Play-Doh Playdate

Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
King Room at Fossil Ridge Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Toddlers

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.

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.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Special FX Makeup Class

Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
King Room at Fossil Ridge Public Library
Program Type:
Teen
Age Group:
Teens

Participants learn industry trick of the trade to transform into a classic Halloween look including: 

-Texturizing skin for creature skin types, abrasions, wounds, and/or burns

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fossil Ridge Public Library
Room: King Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Teen
Registration Required
Event Details:

Participants learn industry trick of the trade to transform into a classic Halloween look including: 

-Texturizing skin for creature skin types, abrasions, wounds, and/or burns

Marissa Bode Promo Photo

Beyond the Screen: A Wicked Conversation with Marissa Bode

Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Auditorium at Fossil Ridge Public Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Prepare for a magical evening as Illinois Libraries Present welcomes actress Marissa Bode. Bode made her feature film debut as Nessarose in Academy Award-winning blockbuster, Wicked, directed by Jon M. Chu. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fossil Ridge Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Event Details:

Prepare for a magical evening as Illinois Libraries Present welcomes actress Marissa Bode. Bode made her feature film debut as Nessarose in Academy Award-winning blockbuster, Wicked, directed by Jon M. Chu. 

Little Learners

Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Auditorium at Fossil Ridge Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers

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.

Open
Registration Required
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.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Spooky Sips: Halloween Mocktails

Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Auditorium at Fossil Ridge Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Get ready to stir up some spooky fun! We're serving four fang-tastic mocktails that are sure to enchant the ghouls and gals at your next Halloween bash.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fossil Ridge Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready to stir up some spooky fun! We're serving four fang-tastic mocktails that are sure to enchant the ghouls and gals at your next Halloween bash.

Toddler Time

Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
King Room at Fossil Ridge Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Toddlers

We welcome toddlers and their caregivers to join us every week for an exciting exploration of various toys and sensory materials.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fossil Ridge Public Library
Room: King Room
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

We welcome toddlers and their caregivers to join us every week for an exciting exploration of various toys and sensory materials.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Microsoft Office 365 Overview

Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Auditorium at Fossil Ridge Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults

Curious about Microsoft 365? This lecture-style class will provide an overview of its popular apps, available plans, pricing options, storage capabilities, and key features.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fossil Ridge Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Curious about Microsoft 365? This lecture-style class will provide an overview of its popular apps, available plans, pricing options, storage capabilities, and key features.

Movie Matinee- How to Train Your Dragon (2025)

Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
King Room at Fossil Ridge Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Children, Tween, Adults

Join us on half days/ no school days for a family movie afternoon. Light refreshments will be served, but feel free to bring your own! Registration is recommended.

How to Train Your Dragon (2025) Rated: PG Running Time: 2 hrs 5 mins

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fossil Ridge Public Library
Room: King Room
Age Group: Children, Tween, Adults
Program Type: Movie
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us on half days/ no school days for a family movie afternoon. Light refreshments will be served, but feel free to bring your own! Registration is recommended.

How to Train Your Dragon (2025) Rated: PG Running Time: 2 hrs 5 mins

Listen & Create-Monster Puppets

Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Storytime Room at Fossil Ridge Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children

This program is specially designed for children aged 3-5. Every week, children will have the opportunity to explore new books and engage in a fun craft project.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fossil Ridge Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

This program is specially designed for children aged 3-5. Every week, children will have the opportunity to explore new books and engage in a fun craft project.

The letters Bingocize in different colors on a white background

Bingocize

Friday, October 24, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Auditorium at Fossil Ridge Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Event Details

LOOKING FOR A FUN, NEW WAY

TO BE MORE ACTIVE?

Bingo + Exercise = Bingocize®

BINGOCIZE® is a health promotion program that combines the game

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fossil Ridge Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Event Details

LOOKING FOR A FUN, NEW WAY

TO BE MORE ACTIVE?

Bingo + Exercise = Bingocize®

BINGOCIZE® is a health promotion program that combines the game

Dracula movie cover

Movie: Dracula (1931)

Friday, October 24, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Auditorium at Fossil Ridge Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults

Experience the legendary performance that defined a genre! Bela Lugosi stars as the iconic Count Dracula, re-creating the chilling stage role that made him famous.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fossil Ridge Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Registration Required
Event Details:

Experience the legendary performance that defined a genre! Bela Lugosi stars as the iconic Count Dracula, re-creating the chilling stage role that made him famous.

Fiction Addiction Book Club

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
King Room at Fossil Ridge Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

The book club meets monthly on the fourth Monday at 5:30 PM to discuss a book selected by one of the members. This group discusses a wide variety of books. Copies of the monthly book selections are available at the front desk for checkout.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fossil Ridge Public Library
Room: King Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

The book club meets monthly on the fourth Monday at 5:30 PM to discuss a book selected by one of the members. This group discusses a wide variety of books. Copies of the monthly book selections are available at the front desk for checkout.

Kids Can Cook- Zombie Dirt Cups

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Auditorium at Fossil Ridge Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children

This program teaches children in 1st-5th grade basic food preparation and cooking skills while introducing them to the joys of nutritious and delicious food. Registration is required with a maximum of 20 children.

 

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fossil Ridge Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

This program teaches children in 1st-5th grade basic food preparation and cooking skills while introducing them to the joys of nutritious and delicious food. Registration is required with a maximum of 20 children.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens

Little Learners

Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Auditorium at Fossil Ridge Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers

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.

Open
Registration Required
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.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Microsoft Word Basics

Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Auditorium at Fossil Ridge Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults

Learn the essentials of Microsoft Word in this beginner-friendly, hands-on class! You'll practice creating and formatting documents, adjusting margins, working with fonts, and using helpful tools like spell check and copy/paste.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fossil Ridge Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the essentials of Microsoft Word in this beginner-friendly, hands-on class! You'll practice creating and formatting documents, adjusting margins, working with fonts, and using helpful tools like spell check and copy/paste.

Toddler Time

Thursday, October 30, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
King Room at Fossil Ridge Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Toddlers

We welcome toddlers and their caregivers to join us every week for an exciting exploration of various toys and sensory materials.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fossil Ridge Public Library
Room: King Room
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

We welcome toddlers and their caregivers to join us every week for an exciting exploration of various toys and sensory materials.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Listen & Create-Halloween Stress Balls

Thursday, October 30, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Storytime Room at Fossil Ridge Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children

This program is specially designed for children aged 3-5. Every week, children will have the opportunity to explore new books and engage in a fun craft project.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fossil Ridge Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

This program is specially designed for children aged 3-5. Every week, children will have the opportunity to explore new books and engage in a fun craft project.

The letters Bingocize in different colors on a white background

Bingocize

Friday, October 31, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Auditorium at Fossil Ridge Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Event Details

LOOKING FOR A FUN, NEW WAY

TO BE MORE ACTIVE?

Bingo + Exercise = Bingocize®

BINGOCIZE® is a health promotion program that combines the game

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fossil Ridge Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Event Details

LOOKING FOR A FUN, NEW WAY

TO BE MORE ACTIVE?

Bingo + Exercise = Bingocize®

BINGOCIZE® is a health promotion program that combines the game