About Adult Services
The Adult Services department features books, audiobooks, and movies for adult patrons, in addition to printing, faxing, scanning, and public computers. The staff at the Adult Services Desk can assist you with the catalog, online resources, and reference questions.
Adult & Senior Events
Coffee Monday
Come to the library on the first Monday morning of every month for coffee and conversation about local matters. It’s a great way to get to know your neighbors and learn about things going on in the community.
Afternoon Book Club
The afternoon book discussion group meets the second Wednesday of each month. Books are available at the circulation desk one month before the meeting.
This month's book: Symphony of Secrets by Brendan Slocumb.
Evening Book Club
The evening book discussion group meets the first* Wednesday of each month. Books will be available for checkout one month in advance.
This month's book: The Little Liar by Mitch Albom.
Illinois Libraries Present: Chicago Pizza - Past, Present & Future with Steve Dolinsky
Illinois Libraries Present: Chicago Pizza - Past, Present & Future with Steve Dolinsky
Illinois Libraries Present Steve Dolinsky, well known Food Guy reporter at NBC 5 (Chicago) and James Beard Award winner for his TV, radio and podcast work.
Chair Yoga
Rhonda Fentry of Rhonda's Rhythms returns to lead a chair yoga class. Registration required. Brought to you in partnership with the River Forest Township.
Classical Guitar Concert with Neal Alger
Lauded by the Chicago Tribune as "one of the most sensitive and creative guitarists in a city filled with them," and fueled by a mission to give exposure to underplayed composers, Neal Alger presents a guitar performance of classical and
Mocktail Party: A Non-Alcoholic Cocktail Demo & Tasting
Just in time for "Dry January," chef Ashley Simone and mixologist Etta Worthington present a lively evening of non-alcoholic cocktail demonstrations and tastings. Discover why you don't need alcohol to practice the art of mixology!
Film Lover Fridays
Join other movie lovers on the third Friday of each month to watch classic films. This season, we're celebrating the Paul Newman centennial with four of his early films.
Community Blood Drive
The Library is partnering with Vitalant Blood Donation to host a community blood drive. If you are able, please consider donating blood.
Kanopy
Mango Languages
New York Times
Visit the Adult Services Department on the 2nd floor. You will also find our Adult Service Desk, where we can help with everything from book recommendations to technical support, and our patron-favorite fireplaces, which are crackling away November-March.