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Special Events & Workshops

Beginning June 14, parents may register their children for programs in person, by telephone or by filling in our online form. Please have your library card ready as you make your selections, and please note that parents must register their children for programs. Children must also be signed up in the Summer Reading Club. Programs may be canceled 24 hours in advance if fewer than five children are registered.


High Sea Snackers

11-11:30 a.m. Tuesdays, June 15, July 20

Ages 6+; limit 15; registration required

Calling all Ford Super Snackers! We invite you on a food adventure. Make something memorable out of everyday food items. The best part is you get to eat what you make.

Water Games

2-3 p.m. Monday, July 19

Ages 3-6 w/adult; limit 25; registration required

Do you like playing funny, goofy and splashy games? This is your opportunity to go fishing in our indoor pool, test your luck at ring toss or play "Pin the Frog on the Lily Pad."

Wild and Wacky Water Wonders

11 a.m.-12 p.m. Wednesday, July 21

Ages 5+; limit 80; registration required

Do you like to laugh? Then you're in for a treat this summer! Professional and seasoned comedian Chris McBrien will treat you and your family to possibly the FUNNIEST summer library show ever created! His water magic will enchant you and your family and be the buzz of the neighborhood for weeks. You will also meet Dewey Duck and other puppet favorites-ventriloquist characters that have become the highlight of Chris' show-that will inspire you to make your own splash at the library this summer!

Meet Western Springs Children's Author Kathryn Price

10:30-11:15 a.m. Friday, July 23

Ages 2-6 w/adult; limit 30; registration required

Join us for a reading of The Mouse and the Buddha, written by local author Kathryn Price and illustrated by graphic designer and artist Traer Price. Kathryn is a mother of three, a lawyer and divinity student currently residing in Western Springs. She will discuss her trip to India, where she lived with Tibetan refugees and the mouse that inspired the book. All are welcome, but adults must accompany children between the ages of 2-6. Signed copies of her book will be available for purchase.

"Make a Splash-READ!" Finale Party

6:30 p.m. Friday, August 6

Venue: Enchanted Castle, 1103 S. Main St., Lombard

Families welcome; limit 125; last day to register is Thursday, July 29 by 9 p.m.

"Make a Splash-READ!" ends with a pizza party and prize giveaways at Enchanted Castle. Join us to see if you win one of the grand prizes or bonus prizes. Then have fun playing and exploring the attractions at Enchanted Castle.