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Mod Podge Mosaic

Monday, November 11, 2024 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Hands On, STEAM
Age Group:
Teen & Tween
Event Details:

Put together a beautiful image out of cut glass and mod podge!

Required
Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Teen & Tween
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hands On, STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Put together a beautiful image out of cut glass and mod podge!

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Investment Discussion Group

Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at 7:15pm - 8:45pm
Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Clubs & Groups
Age Group:
Adult
Investment Discussion Group:

Local amateur investors meet to discuss trends in investing. For more information, contact George Rotter at gfrotter@yahoo.com.

Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Clubs & Groups

Investment Discussion Group

Local amateur investors meet to discuss trends in investing. For more information, contact George Rotter at gfrotter@yahoo.com.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Film Discussion: American Fiction (2023)

Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

A novelist who's fed up with the establishment profiting from Black entertainment uses a pen name to write a book that propels him into the heart of the hypocrisy and madness he cl...

Required
Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Movies
Required
Seats Remaining: 27
Event Details:

A novelist who's fed up with the establishment profiting from Black entertainment uses a pen name to write a book that propels him into the heart of the hypocrisy and madness he claims to disdain.

This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Western Springs Writers' Society

Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Board Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Clubs & Groups
Age Group:
Teen & Tween, Adult
Event Details:

Have a writing itch? The Western Springs Writers' Society welcomes all writers from the community to discuss and hone their craft with other local writers. Whether this is your car...

Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Teen & Tween, Adult
Program Type: Clubs & Groups
Event Details:

Have a writing itch? The Western Springs Writers' Society welcomes all writers from the community to discuss and hone their craft with other local writers. Whether this is your career or hobby, writers of all levels and genres are invited.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

DIY Cork Board

Monday, November 18, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Hands On
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Upcycle old wine corks in this craft where we’ll make individual bulletin boards. All supplies provided.

Required
Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Hands On
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Upcycle old wine corks in this craft where we’ll make individual bulletin boards. All supplies provided.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Ruth Handler: The Story Behind Barbie

Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Presentations
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Step back in time to 1994, the 35th anniversary of Mattel’s best-selling doll Barbie, with storyteller Lynn Rymarz as she portrays Ruth Handler, the creator of Barbie. Learn about ...

Required
Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Presentations
Required
Seats Remaining: 29
Event Details:

Step back in time to 1994, the 35th anniversary of Mattel’s best-selling doll Barbie, with storyteller Lynn Rymarz as she portrays Ruth Handler, the creator of Barbie.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Additional Date: Mah Jongg Practice Play

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Reading Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Clubs & Groups, Hands On
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Just starting out with American Mah Jongg? Join us for practice play where we’ll guide you through setting up the game, dealing and playing rounds. Game sets and cards will be avai...

Required
Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Clubs & Groups, Hands On
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Just starting out with American Mah Jongg? Join us for practice play where we’ll guide you through setting up the game, dealing and playing rounds. Game sets and cards will be available for all participants to use. Registration will open on Oct.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Classroom Kitchen: Holiday Brunch

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Programming #2 at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Presentations
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

This is a virtual class led by Kristyn Slick. A recording will be emailed to all registrants after the program. Even if you are unable to attend the live event, please registe...

Required
Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Virtual Programming #2
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Presentations
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

This is a virtual class led by Kristyn Slick. A recording will be emailed to all registrants after the program. Even if you are unable to attend the live event, please register if you would like to receive the recording.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Holiday Tips & Tricks with Chef Art Smith

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Programming at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Presentations
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Register here for this virtual event: https://bit.ly/ILP_ArtSmith Join Chef Art Smith to learn about his culinary journey and bring some culinary inspiration into your holi...

Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Virtual Programming
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Presentations
Event Details:

Register here for this virtual event: https://bit.ly/ILP_ArtSmith

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Knitting Circle

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Board Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Clubs & Groups
Age Group:
Adult
Knitting Circle:

No charge, no registration: all knitters and crafters are welcome for conversation and inspiration. 

Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs & Groups

Knitting Circle

No charge, no registration: all knitters and crafters are welcome for conversation and inspiration. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Thanksgiving Turkey Craft

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Gobble Gobble!  Participants will be turning their handprints into turkeys!  We provide the supplies, you make the art, and we will clean up the mess while you leave with...

Required
Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Gobble Gobble!  Participants will be turning their handprints into turkeys!  We provide the supplies, you make the art, and we will clean up the mess while you leave with your creation.   

This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group.

Teen Board

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Teen/Tween Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Clubs & Groups, Hands On, Library Boards
Age Group:
Teen & Tween
Event Details:

Teen Board can be a great way to earn volunteer hours! If you have ideas for how the library can better serve teens and tweens, come join us! The Teen Board implements programming ...

Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Teen/Tween Room
Age Group: Teen & Tween
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs & Groups, Hands On, Library Boards
Event Details:

Teen Board can be a great way to earn volunteer hours! If you have ideas for how the library can better serve teens and tweens, come join us!

This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group.

Hand Sewn Handwarmers Kit

All Day
Teen/Tween Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Hands On, STEAM
Age Group:
Teen & Tween
Event Details:

Prepare for the colder weather by sewing some reusable leaf shaped hand warmers! No sewing experience necessary. Available in the Teen Room while supplies last.

Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Teen/Tween Room
Age Group: Teen & Tween
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hands On, STEAM
Event Details:

Prepare for the colder weather by sewing some reusable leaf shaped hand warmers! No sewing experience necessary. Available in the Teen Room while supplies last.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Spice of the Month Club: Rosemary

All Day
Adult Services Department at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Hands On
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Interested in trying new recipes or experimenting with different spices? Stop by each month to pick up a Spice of the Month kit! Each kit will come with the necessary spice, a reci...

Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Adult Services Department
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Hands On
Event Details:

Interested in trying new recipes or experimenting with different spices? Stop by each month to pick up a Spice of the Month kit!

Board Rm: Library Board of Trustees

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Board Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Board Room

Closed: Holiday

All Day
Thomas Ford Memorial Library

Thanksgiving

Closing
Branches:
Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Description:

Thanksgiving

This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group.

Teen/Tween Book Box Sign-up

All Day 12/1 - 12/31
Virtual Programming #2 at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Clubs & Groups
Age Group:
Teen & Tween
Event Details:

Avid reader? Looking for some good, personalized recommendations? Join our Teen and Tween Book Box service. Fill out the form on the website to tell us a little bit about what you ...

Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Virtual Programming #2
Age Group: Teen & Tween
Program Type: Clubs & Groups
Event Details:

Avid reader? Looking for some good, personalized recommendations? Join our Teen and Tween Book Box service. Fill out the form on the website to tell us a little bit about what you like to read.

This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group.

Hot Ice Cream Kit

All Day
Teen/Tween Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Hands On, STEAM
Age Group:
Teen & Tween
Event Details:

Warm up with a nice hot bowl of ice cream! Use methylcellulose to make some delicious ice cream that solidifies at higher temperatures. Refrigerated ingredients not included. Avail...

Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Teen/Tween Room
Age Group: Teen & Tween
Program Type: Hands On, STEAM
Event Details:

Warm up with a nice hot bowl of ice cream! Use methylcellulose to make some delicious ice cream that solidifies at higher temperatures. Refrigerated ingredients not included. Available in the Teen/Tween Room. While supplies last.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Book Discussion Group: House in the Cerulean Sea

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 7:30pm - 9:00pm
Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult
Book Discussion Group:

Library book clubs are open to anyone who enjoys good books! Extra copies of the books are made available at the Library one month before the discussion. 

Event Details:

The House in the Cerulean Sea by T.J. Klune 

Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Discussion

Book Discussion Group

Library book clubs are open to anyone who enjoys good books! Extra copies of the books are made available at the Library one month before the discussion. 

Event Details:

The House in the Cerulean Sea by T.J. Klune 

Closed: In Service

All Day
Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Closing
Branches:
Thomas Ford Memorial Library
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Paddington Visits the Library

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Hands On, Performers, Storytimes
Age Group:
Children, Families
Event Details:

Drop-in Event, No Registration Required.Meet Paddington from Michael Bond’s popular book series. Enjoy a special storytime (10:30-10:45 a.m.), crafts, and opportunities to take a p...

Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Families
Program Type: Hands On, Performers, Storytimes
Event Details:

Drop-in Event, No Registration Required.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Investment Discussion Group

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 7:15pm - 8:45pm
Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Clubs & Groups
Age Group:
Adult
Investment Discussion Group:

Local amateur investors meet to discuss trends in investing. For more information, contact George Rotter at gfrotter@yahoo.com.

Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Clubs & Groups

Investment Discussion Group

Local amateur investors meet to discuss trends in investing. For more information, contact George Rotter at gfrotter@yahoo.com.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Knitting Circle

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Reading Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Clubs & Groups
Age Group:
Adult
Knitting Circle:

No charge, no registration: all knitters and crafters are welcome for conversation and inspiration. 

Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs & Groups

Knitting Circle

No charge, no registration: all knitters and crafters are welcome for conversation and inspiration. 

This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Western Springs Writers' Society

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Board Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Clubs & Groups
Age Group:
Teen & Tween, Adult
Event Details:

Have a writing itch? The Western Springs Writers' Society welcomes all writers from the community to discuss and hone their craft with other local writers. Whether this is your car...

Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Teen & Tween, Adult
Program Type: Clubs & Groups
Event Details:

Have a writing itch? The Western Springs Writers' Society welcomes all writers from the community to discuss and hone their craft with other local writers. Whether this is your career or hobby, writers of all levels and genres are invited.