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Monday 9am - 9pm Tuesday 9am - 9pm Wednesday 9am - 9pm Thursday 9am - 9pm Friday 9am - 6pm Saturday 9am - 5pm Sunday 1pm - 5pm

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Our Library is a historic landmark
in the heart of beautiful Lake Forest. Please feel free to comment on any of our stories or write on our wall!

Lake Forest Library’s mission is to make books and other information resources and services available to all residents of the city as effectively and economically as possible. Our page is meant to be a common ground where Lake Forest residents can feel free to create conversations with the library.

10/20/2026

Register and join us on Zoom on Tuesday, October 20, 7:00–8:00 pm, for a conversation with Geoffrey Baer, beloved Chicago historian, storyteller, and host of numerous PBS programs exploring the architecture, history, and hidden stories of the city and surrounding region.

https://bit.ly/LPS6GeoffreyBaerRegistration

10/13/2026

Pin the Tail on Eeyore, Tigger Surprise Box, Build a Bear, plus a story! Best Winnie the Pooh birthday ever! Thank you all for joining us. 🧸🍯🫏🎈

10/09/2026

The Library building is closed for staff training on Friday, October 16.
🎉 You can still enjoy your Library!
⬇️ Download and stream 24/7 digital items including eBooks, movies, music, and online courses.
🎥 Access recordings of past Library events on YouTube.

10/08/2026

Through October 31, send us your spooky, scary, or otherworldly stories especially for Halloween! Submissions accepted on the Lake Forest Library website. ✍️🎃👍

Age groups: Up to Grade 4, Grades 5–8, Grades 9–12

Prizes: Gift cards to Lake Forest Book Store, $50 for first place in each age group, $20 for runners-up

10/07/2026

Explore your interests, find amazing items to borrow, register for thought-provoking events, browse book lists curated by your Librarians, and more with the redesigned Lake Forest Library website! www.lakeforestlibrary.org

10/02/2026

If you liked "Buckeye" by Patrick Ryan, you might like these titles curated by your Lake Forest Librarians!

https://lakeforestlibrary.bibliocommons.com/v2/list/display/3013420187/3089725477

10/01/2026

Another Lake Forest Reads is in the books! Access "A Conversation with Patrick Ryan" through October 14 on the Lake Forest Library YouTube channel.

09/29/2026

The Rope Warrior had us jumping for joy yesterday! Thank you all for joining us in fitness fun. 🦘🪢💞

09/23/2026

Thank you all for joining your Lake Forest Librarians last week for Books & Bites at Elawa Farm! We love a full house and an excuse to share our favorite new titles. 😊📚❤️

09/17/2026

Stop by the Rec Center (400 Hastings Rd) for the 50th Annual Book Sale by the Friends September 17–20! 📚💛📖

Thursday: Member Pre-Sale (20% mark-up on purchases, tax-deductible Friends memberships available at the door)

Friday: Public Sale begins, open extended hours until 8:00 pm

Saturday: 25% off for teachers, first responders, and active-duty military with ID

Sunday: 50% off everything

Address

360 E Deerpath Road
Lake Forest, IL
60045

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 9pm
Tuesday	9am - 9pm
Wednesday	9am - 9pm
Thursday	9am - 9pm
Friday	9am - 6pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm
Sunday	1pm - 5pm

Telephone

+18472340636

Website

http://www.lakeforestlibrary.org/

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