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Bingocize

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Auditorium at Fossil Ridge Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

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:

LOOKING FOR A FUN, NEW WAY

TO BE MORE ACTIVE?

Bingo + Exercise = Bingocize®

BINGOCIZE® is a health promotion program that combines the game

Kids Can Cook-Mini Pizza's & Fruit Kabobs

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Auditorium at Fossil Ridge Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Children

Kids can cook is a fun, hands-on cooking adventure. Each month, kids will learn simple kitchen skills, explore new foods, and make a tasty treat to enjoy. This hands-on program encourages creativity, confidence, and healthy eating.

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

Kids can cook is a fun, hands-on cooking adventure. Each month, kids will learn simple kitchen skills, explore new foods, and make a tasty treat to enjoy. This hands-on program encourages creativity, confidence, and healthy eating.

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

Play-Doh Playdates

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room at Fossil Ridge Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Toddlers

Join us for Play-Doh Playdates! Toddlers can squish, sculpt, and create while building their fine motor skills and imagination. All materials will be provided; just drop in and play. Registration is recommended for ages 2-6.

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

Join us for Play-Doh Playdates! Toddlers can squish, sculpt, and create while building their fine motor skills and imagination. All materials will be provided; just drop in and play. Registration is recommended for ages 2-6.

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.

Toddler Time

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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.

Upcoming
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.

Little Learners

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Auditorium at Fossil Ridge Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

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.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fossil Ridge Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
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.

Half Day Movie Matinee- The Bad Guys 2

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Auditorium at Fossil Ridge Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Children, Tween

Spend your half-days/ no school days with us at our family movie afternoons. Enjoy light refreshments or bring your favorite snacks along. Registration is recommended to reserve your spot. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fossil Ridge Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Children, Tween
Program Type: Movie
Registration Required
Event Details:

Spend your half-days/ no school days with us at our family movie afternoons. Enjoy light refreshments or bring your favorite snacks along. Registration is recommended to reserve your spot. 

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

Disney 101 text on blue background with disney castle

Disney 101: Everything You Need to Know to Plan Your Family's Disney Vacation

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Auditorium at Fossil Ridge Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Planning a Disney vacation requires careful attention to detail, but using a complimentary Disney Travel Planner can significantly reduce the stress of the process.

Library Branch: Fossil Ridge Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Planning a Disney vacation requires careful attention to detail, but using a complimentary Disney Travel Planner can significantly reduce the stress of the process.

Toddler Time

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00pm
King Room at Fossil Ridge Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Toddlers

Toddler time is a playful, developmentally focused program for children 6 months to 4 years. Through this free play program, toddlers will build their gross and fine motor skills, as well as early social skills in a fun environment.

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

Toddler time is a playful, developmentally focused program for children 6 months to 4 years. Through this free play program, toddlers will build their gross and fine motor skills, as well as early social skills in a fun environment.

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- Marshmallows

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Storytime Room at Fossil Ridge Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
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
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.

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.

The letters of bingocize in different colors on a white background

Bingocize

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Auditorium at Fossil Ridge Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

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:

LOOKING FOR A FUN, NEW WAY

TO BE MORE ACTIVE?

Bingo + Exercise = Bingocize®

BINGOCIZE® is a health promotion program that combines the game

Fantastic Fridays

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children

Meet us at Godley Park District for Fantastic Fridays! Children ages 1-6 are invited to jump, play, and burn off winter energy in the inflatable bounce houses during this fun-filled free-play session.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Meet us at Godley Park District for Fantastic Fridays! Children ages 1-6 are invited to jump, play, and burn off winter energy in the inflatable bounce houses during this fun-filled free-play session.

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.

Library lovers bingo with a book bingo card on a red background

Library Lovers Bingo

All Day 2/1 - 3/1
Fossil Ridge Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Celebrate Library Lovers Month with a fun library-themed bingo game! Complete activities on your card: like checking out a book, attending a program, or exploring our resources to mark off squares.

Library Branch: Fossil Ridge Public Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Celebrate Library Lovers Month with a fun library-themed bingo game! Complete activities on your card: like checking out a book, attending a program, or exploring our resources to mark off squares.

Toddler Craft Corner

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
King Room at Fossil Ridge Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Toddlers

Get ready to get crafty! Our monthly arts and crafts program is perfect for toddlers ages 2-5. Each month, we'll explore the season or holiday with fun, hands-on projects. Registration is needed for each session.

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

Get ready to get crafty! Our monthly arts and crafts program is perfect for toddlers ages 2-5. Each month, we'll explore the season or holiday with fun, hands-on projects. Registration is needed for each session.

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.

The Graphic Gather Tween Book Club

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm
King Room at Fossil Ridge Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Tween

Join our tween graphic novel book club. We meet on the first Monday of the month, to talk about the graphic novel, share favorite moments from the book, and enjoy some tasty snacks.

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

Join our tween graphic novel book club. We meet on the first Monday of the month, to talk about the graphic novel, share favorite moments from the book, and enjoy some tasty snacks.

Toddler Time

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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.

Upcoming
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.

Little Learners

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Auditorium at Fossil Ridge Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

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.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fossil Ridge Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
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.

orange background red writing with a mocktail

Love on the Rocks (Without the Spirits): A Mocktail Workshop

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Auditorium at Fossil Ridge Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Get ready to shake things up this Valentine’s Day! We’re serving four love-struck mocktails that are sure to make hearts skip a beat at your next party.

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

Get ready to shake things up this Valentine’s Day! We’re serving four love-struck mocktails that are sure to make hearts skip a beat at your next party.

Toddler Time

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00pm
King Room at Fossil Ridge Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Toddlers

Toddler time is a playful, developmentally focused program for children 6 months to 4 years. Through this free play program, toddlers will build their gross and fine motor skills, as well as early social skills in a fun environment.

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

Toddler time is a playful, developmentally focused program for children 6 months to 4 years. Through this free play program, toddlers will build their gross and fine motor skills, as well as early social skills in a fun environment.

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- Broccoli Stamped Tree

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Storytime Room at Fossil Ridge Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
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.

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

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.

purple bat on blue background

Braidwood B.A.T.S

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Auditorium at Fossil Ridge Public Library
Program Type:
Teen
Age Group:
Teens

Do you love your library and want to help make it even better?

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

Do you love your library and want to help make it even better?

The letters of bingocize in different colors on a white background

Bingocize

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Auditorium at Fossil Ridge Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

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:

LOOKING FOR A FUN, NEW WAY

TO BE MORE ACTIVE?

Bingo + Exercise = Bingocize®

BINGOCIZE® is a health promotion program that combines the game

Crazy 8's Club

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Auditorium at Fossil Ridge Public Library
Program Type:
Game
Age Group:
Children

Come to the library for a fun, hands-on math adventure! "Crazy 8's Math" is perfect for kids who love to create, build, solve puzzles, and explore math in exciting, unexpected ways.

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

Come to the library for a fun, hands-on math adventure! "Crazy 8's Math" is perfect for kids who love to create, build, solve puzzles, and explore math in exciting, unexpected ways.

Play-Doh Playdates

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room at Fossil Ridge Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Toddlers

Join us for Play-Doh Playdates! Toddlers can squish, sculpt, and create while building their fine motor skills and imagination. All materials will be provided; just drop in and play. Registration is recommended for ages 2-6.

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

Join us for Play-Doh Playdates! Toddlers can squish, sculpt, and create while building their fine motor skills and imagination. All materials will be provided; just drop in and play. Registration is recommended for ages 2-6.

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.

Well- Read Book Club

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Auditorium at Fossil Ridge Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

Join us in reading and discussing books designed to make you question everything.

 

 February Title: Elvis is Vegas Richard Zoglin

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

Join us in reading and discussing books designed to make you question everything.

 

 February Title: Elvis is Vegas Richard Zoglin