This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group This event is in the "Adult" group 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! View Details This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group This event is in the "Adult" group Jun-Jul 2025 Puzzle & Board Game Swap All Day 6/3–7/31 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 "Adult" group Second Chance Crafts All Day 7/18 - 7/28 Adult Services Department at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adult Missed a craft at the Library but still want to participate? Sign-up for a craft kit, based on one of our previous crafts. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Jul 18 - 28 2025 Second Chance Crafts All Day 7/18–7/28 Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Adult Services Department Age Group: Adult Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Missed a craft at the Library but still want to participate? Sign-up for a craft kit, based on one of our previous crafts.
This event is in the "Adult" group Monday Murder Club: All the Sinners Bleed by S.A. Cosby Monday, July 28, 2025 at 7:30pm - 8:45pm Board Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Book Discussion Age Group: Adult Join our newest book club devoted exclusively to mystery and suspense: The Monday Murder Club. We meet quarterly on the last Mondays of July, October, January, and April. View Details This event is in the "Adult" group Jul 28 2025 Mon Monday Murder Club: All the Sinners Bleed by S.A. Cosby 7:30pm–8:45pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Board Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Book Discussion Event Details: Join our newest book club devoted exclusively to mystery and suspense: The Monday Murder Club. We meet quarterly on the last Mondays of July, October, January, and April.
This event is in the "Adult" group Spice of the Month: Chai All Day Adult Services Department at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hands On Age Group: Adult Interested in trying new recipes or experimenting with different spices? Stop by each month to pick up a Spice of the Month kit! View Details This event is in the "Adult" group Jul 29 2025 Tue Spice of the Month: Chai All Day Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Adult Services Department Age Group: Adult Program Type: Arts & Crafts, 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!
This event is in the "Adult" group Knitting Circle Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm 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. View Details This event is in the "Adult" group Jul 31 2025 Thu Knitting Circle 1:00pm–3:00pm 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 "Adult" group Science Fiction & Fantasy Book Club: Downward to the Earth Monday, August 4, 2025 at 7:30pm - 8:45pm Board 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. The Science Fiction & Fantasy Book Club will get together to discuss Robert Silverberg's classic Downward to the Earth. View Details This event is in the "Adult" group Aug 4 2025 Mon Science Fiction & Fantasy Book Club: Downward to the Earth 7:30pm–8:45pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Board Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Book Discussion Event Details: 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. The Science Fiction & Fantasy Book Club will get together to discuss Robert Silverberg's classic Downward to the Earth.
This event is in the "Adult" group Mah Jongg Open Play Thursday, August 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm Reading Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Clubs & Groups, Hands On Age Group: Adult Whether you are just learning to play Mah Jongg or are ready to try your hand at playing with others, come join our beginners group! Players will be sorted by self-ranked skill level and questions are welcome. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Aug 7 2025 Thu Mah Jongg Open Play 2:00pm–3:30pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Reading Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Clubs & Groups, Hands On Registration Required Event Details: Whether you are just learning to play Mah Jongg or are ready to try your hand at playing with others, come join our beginners group! Players will be sorted by self-ranked skill level and questions are welcome.
This event is in the "Adult" group Paint and Sip Monday, August 11, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hands On Age Group: Adult Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Aug 11 2025 Mon Paint and Sip 7:00pm–8:30pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hands On Registration Required
This event is in the "Adult" group Investment Discussion Group Tuesday, August 12, 2025 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. View Details This event is in the "Adult" group Aug 12 2025 Tue Investment Discussion Group 7:15pm–8:45pm 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 Classroom Kitchen: Summer Tapas Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm Virtual Programming at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Presentations Age Group: Adult 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. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Aug 13 2025 Wed Classroom Kitchen: Summer Tapas 6:30pm–8:00pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Virtual Programming Age Group: Adult Program Type: Presentations Registration Required 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 The Village Read Book Discussion: The Hound of the Baskervilles Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 7:30pm - 8:45pm Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Book Discussion, Village Read Age Group: Adult Loved Hound of the Baskervilles? Want to hear what others in the community think? Join us for an informal discussion of the book. There will be snacks, refreshments, and great conversation. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Aug 13 2025 Wed The Village Read Book Discussion: The Hound of the Baskervilles 7:30pm–8:45pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Book Discussion, Village Read Registration Required Event Details: Loved Hound of the Baskervilles? Want to hear what others in the community think? Join us for an informal discussion of the book. There will be snacks, refreshments, and great conversation.
This event is in the "Adult" group Knitting Circle Thursday, August 14, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm 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. View Details This event is in the "Adult" group Aug 14 2025 Thu Knitting Circle 1:00pm–3:00pm 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 "Adult" group Film Discussion: Mr. Holmes (2015) Thursday, August 14, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Movies, Village Read Age Group: Adult An aged, retired Sherlock Holmes (Ian McKellan) deals with dementia, as he tries to remember his final case, and a mysterious woman, whose memory haunts him. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Aug 14 2025 Thu Film Discussion: Mr. Holmes (2015) 6:00pm–8:00pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Movies, Village Read Registration Required Event Details: An aged, retired Sherlock Holmes (Ian McKellan) deals with dementia, as he tries to remember his final case, and a mysterious woman, whose memory haunts him.
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. View Details This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group This event is in the "Adult" group Aug 14 2025 Thu Western Springs Writers' Society 7:00pm–8:30pm 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 Book Bingo Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Community Events Age Group: Adult Enjoy the classic game of bingo with bookish prizes, including advanced reader copies of upcoming titles! Light refreshments will be provided. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Aug 19 2025 Tue Book Bingo 7:00pm–8:30pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Community Events Registration Required Event Details: Enjoy the classic game of bingo with bookish prizes, including advanced reader copies of upcoming titles! Light refreshments will be provided.
This event is in the "Adult" group Mississippi River Adventures Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Presentations Age Group: Adult Illinois traveler John Kokoris will share insider tips to help you explore the Upper Mississippi from Galena to St. Louis. Learn where to go, what to do—and all about the mighty river's storied past. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Aug 20 2025 Wed Mississippi River Adventures 7:00pm–8:00pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Presentations Registration Required Event Details: Illinois traveler John Kokoris will share insider tips to help you explore the Upper Mississippi from Galena to St. Louis. Learn where to go, what to do—and all about the mighty river's storied past.
This event is in the "Adult" group Spice of the Month: Garlic Powder All Day Adult Services Department at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hands On Age Group: Adult Interested in trying new recipes or experimenting with different spices? Stop by each month to pick up a Spice of the Month kit! View Details This event is in the "Adult" group Aug 26 2025 Tue Spice of the Month: Garlic Powder All Day Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Adult Services Department Age Group: Adult Program Type: Arts & Crafts, 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!
This event is in the "Adult" group Knitting Circle Thursday, August 28, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm 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. View Details This event is in the "Adult" group Aug 28 2025 Thu Knitting Circle 1:00pm–3:00pm 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 "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. View Details This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group This event is in the "Adult" group Aug 28 2025 Thu Western Springs Writers' Society 7:00pm–8:30pm 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 Investment Discussion Group Tuesday, September 9, 2025 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. View Details This event is in the "Adult" group Sep 9 2025 Tue Investment Discussion Group 7:15pm–8:45pm 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, September 11, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm 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. View Details This event is in the "Adult" group Sep 11 2025 Thu Knitting Circle 1:00pm–3:00pm 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 "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. View Details This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group This event is in the "Adult" group Sep 11 2025 Thu Western Springs Writers' Society 7:00pm–8:30pm 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 Knitting Circle Thursday, September 25, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm 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. View Details This event is in the "Adult" group Sep 25 2025 Thu Knitting Circle 1:00pm–3:00pm 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 "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. View Details This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group This event is in the "Adult" group Sep 25 2025 Thu Western Springs Writers' Society 7:00pm–8:30pm 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.
