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Puzzle & Board Game Swap

All Day 6/3 - 7/31
Adult Services Department at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Community Events
Age Group:
Teen & Tween, Adult

Tired of completing the same puzzle or playing the same game? Swap out your gently used puzzle or board game for a new-to-you challenge all summer long at the Reference Desk!

Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Adult Services Department
Age Group: Teen & Tween, Adult
Program Type: Community Events
Event Details:

Tired of completing the same puzzle or playing the same game? Swap out your gently used puzzle or board game for a new-to-you challenge all summer long at the Reference Desk!

This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group

Library Battle of the Books Competition

Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Clubs & Groups, Community Events
Age Group:
Teen & Tween

Let the Battle Begin!

The sixth annual Library Battle of the Books between the La Grange, La Grange Park, Linda Sokol Francis Brookfield and Thomas Ford Memorial libraries. 

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Teen & Tween
Program Type: Clubs & Groups, Community Events
Event Details:

Let the Battle Begin!

The sixth annual Library Battle of the Books between the La Grange, La Grange Park, Linda Sokol Francis Brookfield and Thomas Ford Memorial libraries. 

This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group

Among Us Cookie Decorating Kit

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

Imposter or not, these Among Us cookies are sure to be tasty. Decorate then enjoy your yummy sugar cookie!  Available in the Teen/Tween Room. While supplies last.

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

Imposter or not, these Among Us cookies are sure to be tasty. Decorate then enjoy your yummy sugar cookie!  Available in the Teen/Tween Room. While supplies last.

This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group

Tween Book Club

Thursday, August 14, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Reading Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Clubs & Groups, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Teen & Tween

Join us for bookish talk and pizza!  Copies of the book are available one month before the discussion at the circulation desk.  

Book: The Inheritance Games  by Jennifer Lynn Barnes

Registration Required
Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Teen & Tween
Program Type: Book Discussion, Clubs & Groups, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for bookish talk and pizza!  Copies of the book are available one month before the discussion at the circulation desk.  

Book: The Inheritance Games  by Jennifer Lynn Barnes

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

Western Springs Writers' Society

Thursday, August 14, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Board Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Clubs & Groups
Age Group:
Teen & Tween, Adult

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.

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 "Teen & Tween" group

Back to School Care Packages

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

It's time to head back to school! We've got you covered with goodies to guarantee a great first week. Available in the Teen/Tween Room. While supplies last.

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

It's time to head back to school! We've got you covered with goodies to guarantee a great first week. Available in the Teen/Tween Room. While supplies last.

This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group

DIY Pet Puzzles

Monday, August 18, 2025 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Hands On, STEAM, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Teen & Tween

Pets love puzzles too! Design an enrichment toy for your cat or dog using everyday household items, then stock it with their favorite treats.  Special guest therapy dog, Pippin, will be visiting to test out some of the puzzles for dogs!

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

Pets love puzzles too! Design an enrichment toy for your cat or dog using everyday household items, then stock it with their favorite treats.  Special guest therapy dog, Pippin, will be visiting to test out some of the puzzles for dogs!

This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group

Teen Board

Thursday, August 21, 2025 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

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!

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
This event is in the "Adult" group

Western Springs Writers' Society

Thursday, August 28, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Board Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Clubs & Groups
Age Group:
Teen & Tween, Adult

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.

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 "Teen & Tween" group

Super Smash Bros Tournament

Friday, August 29, 2025 at 3:45pm - 5:00pm
Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Community Events, Hands On, Technology
Age Group:
Teen & Tween

Test your Super Smash Bros skills in our tournament! Snacks will be provided. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Teen & Tween
Program Type: Community Events, Hands On, Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Test your Super Smash Bros skills in our tournament! Snacks will be provided. 

This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group

Nintendo Switch Open Play

Friday, September 5, 2025 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Hands On, Technology
Age Group:
Teen & Tween

Join us for multiplayer fun! Participants will choose which games to play. Snacks will be provided.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Teen & Tween
Program Type: Hands On, Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for multiplayer fun! Participants will choose which games to play. Snacks will be provided.

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

Western Springs Writers' Society

Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Board Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Clubs & Groups
Age Group:
Teen & Tween, Adult

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.

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 "Teen & Tween" group

Teen Board

Thursday, September 18, 2025 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

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!

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
This event is in the "Adult" group

Western Springs Writers' Society

Thursday, September 25, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Board Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Clubs & Groups
Age Group:
Teen & Tween, Adult

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.

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

Western Springs Writers' Society

Thursday, October 9, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Board Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Clubs & Groups
Age Group:
Teen & Tween, Adult

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.

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

Western Springs Writers' Society

Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Board Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Clubs & Groups
Age Group:
Teen & Tween, Adult

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.

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 "Teen & Tween" group

Nintendo Switch: Mario Kart Tournament

Friday, November 7, 2025 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Hands On, STEAM, Technology
Age Group:
Teen & Tween
Registration Required
Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Teen & Tween
Program Type: Hands On, STEAM, Technology
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Western Springs Writers' Society

Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Board Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Clubs & Groups
Age Group:
Teen & Tween, Adult

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.

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 "Teen & Tween" group

Teen Board

Thursday, November 20, 2025 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

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!

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
This event is in the "Adult" group

Western Springs Writers' Society

Thursday, November 27, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Board Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Clubs & Groups
Age Group:
Teen & Tween, Adult

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.

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

Western Springs Writers' Society

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Board Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Clubs & Groups
Age Group:
Teen & Tween, Adult

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.

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

Western Springs Writers' Society

Thursday, December 25, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Board Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Clubs & Groups
Age Group:
Teen & Tween, Adult

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.

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.