River Forest Public Library » Adult Program Spotlight

Midwest Sweet Baking History

RFPL — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 02:02:20 +0000

Sunday, 2/5, 2 PM
Did you know that the inventor of the Twinkie was from River Forest? Come learn about local and regional sweet baking history from Chef Jenny Lewis, author of Midwest Sweet Baking History: Delectable Classics Around Lake Michigan. Sample a sweet treat as part of this lecture and demonstration.

Dickens at 200

RFPL — Sun, 15 Jan 2012 03:45:10 +0000

Sunday, 1/22, 2 PM
February 7 marks the 200th Birthday of Charles Dickens. Join us as Linda Putnam discusses Dickens’s early days, and outlines his social concerns and personal life that coincided with his writing. This program will be a great glimpse into “The Inimitable’s” life and times. Happy Birthday Charles Dickens!

Lyric Opera Lecture

RFPL — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 21:25:58 +0000

Wednesday, 1/11, 7 PM
Learn about the opera before you go! Drop in for a lecture on the opera Aida presented by the Lyric Opera of Chicago Education Department. This evening’s lecture will feature a performance of the aria “Celeste Aida”, by Verismo Opera Theatre singer Bradley Schuller! Lectures are cosponsored by the Oak Park Library.

An Evening with Lucinda Dickens Hawksley

RFPL — Sun, 04 Dec 2011 03:45:27 +0000

Wednesday, December 7, 7 PM
The Chicago Dickens Fellowship presents An Evening with Lucinda Dickens Hawksley, great great great granddaughter of Charles Dickens and author of Charles Dickens: The Dickens Bicentenary 1812-2012. Join us as Lucinda Dickens Hawksley shares ancestral tales, talks about the man behind the novels, and signs her books – while enjoying some birthday treats.

Tech Petting Zoo

RFPL — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 15:12:56 +0000

Thursday, November 3, 7-9 PM
Come to the library to learn about our downloadable service, Media on Demand, and get hands-on with an eReader. We will have iPads, Nooks, Sony Readers and a Kindle for you to explore. District 90 Superintendent Ed Condon will also be on hand to talk about the new iPad initiative at Roosevelt Middle School. Join us!

Thoughtful Living Series: Permaculture

RFPL — Fri, 14 Oct 2011 01:01:57 +0000

Wednesday, October 26, 7 PM
Permaculturists strive to grow food just about anywhere, repair environmentally damaged lands, design long-lasting green-buildings, and build authentic community. They accomplish this by applying a fundamental permaculture ethic: Care of People – Care of the Earth -Sharing all Surplus. Learn the essence of, and reasons for, applying a permaculture way of thinking to how we live.

Gourmet Chocolate Tasting

RFPL — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 16:58:38 +0000

Thursday, October 13, 7 PM
Local Chocolatier Kevin Roblee of Kokku Gourmet invites you to take this delicious journey and taste the finest gourmet chocolates from around the globe. Excite your taste buds, share in chocolate recipes, and learn the best places in Chicago to buy chocolate. Registration for this program is required; call 708-366-5205 x 316 to sign up.

Internet for Music Lovers

RFPL — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 21:36:37 +0000

Tuesday, September 27, 7 PM
Passionate about music? Join us for a tour of some of the best resources for listening to music, learning about music, and more. Participants in this class should be comfortable using a keyboard and mouse and have some experience with the Internet. Registration is required; call 708-366-5205 x 316 to sign up.

Media On Demand Class

RFPL — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 00:25:19 +0000

Tuesday, September 13, 7 PM
Do you want to download free library ebooks and audiobooks with your library card? Learn how at our class on 9/13 at 7 PM. For details, call 708-366-5205 x 316.

Friday Night Concert

RFPL — Mon, 11 Jul 2011 19:00:33 +0000

Friday, July 15, 7:30 p.m.
Join us for a fun evening of musical entertainment, after hours at RFPL. This month’s concert features local favorites The Dooley Brothers!