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2026 Adult Book Box

All Day 12/2 - 12/31
Adult Services Department at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Clubs & Groups
Age Group:
Adult

Avid reader or looking for some good, personalized recommendations? Join our 2026 Adult Book Boxes service. Register here for a spot, and you'll receive an email for a form to tell us a little bit about what you like to read.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Adult Services Department
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Clubs & Groups
Registration Required
Event Details:

Avid reader or looking for some good, personalized recommendations? Join our 2026 Adult Book Boxes service. Register here for a spot, and you'll receive an email for a form to tell us a little bit about what you like to read.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Investment Discussion Group

Tuesday, December 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.

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: Cheesecake 101

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Programming at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Classroom Kitchen, 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. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Virtual Programming
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Classroom Kitchen, 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

Mah Jongg Open Play

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Reading Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
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.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: 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

Film Discussion: Leonor Will Never Die (2022)

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Adult

Fiction and reality blur when Leonor, a retired filmmaker, falls into a coma after a television lands on her head, compelling her to become the action hero of her unfinished screenplay.

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

Fiction and reality blur when Leonor, a retired filmmaker, falls into a coma after a television lands on her head, compelling her to become the action hero of her unfinished screenplay.

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 "Adult" group
This event is in the "Families" group

Photos by the Fireplace

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Reading Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Community Events
Age Group:
Adult, Families

Have a cozy winter photo taken in front of the Library's beautiful fireplace. Photos will be emailed to the address used for registration.

Cancelled
Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Adult, Families
Program Type: Community Events
Event Details:

Have a cozy winter photo taken in front of the Library's beautiful fireplace. Photos will be emailed to the address used for registration.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Knitting Circle

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
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 "Adult" group

Spice of the Month: Star Anise

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!

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, January 8, 2026 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. 

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: Yellow Rose (2019)

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Adult

A Filipina teen from a small Texas town fights to pursue her dreams as a country music performer while having to decide between staying with her family or leaving the only home she has known.

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

A Filipina teen from a small Texas town fights to pursue her dreams as a country music performer while having to decide between staying with her family or leaving the only home she has known.

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

Western Springs Writers' Society

Thursday, January 8, 2026 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 "Adult" group

Birthday Wreath Craft

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adult

Create a fun wreath you can use throughout the year, whenever it's someone's special day. All materials will be provided. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create a fun wreath you can use throughout the year, whenever it's someone's special day. All materials will be provided. 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Bringing History to Life with Jonathan Eig

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Programming at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Illinois Libraries Present, Presentations
Age Group:
Adult

Register for this virtual event:  bit.ly/ILPJonathanEig

Note: The deadline to register is 5:00 p.m. on the day of the event to allow time to process and approve registrations.

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

Register for this virtual event:  bit.ly/ILPJonathanEig

Note: The deadline to register is 5:00 p.m. on the day of the event to allow time to process and approve registrations.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Investment Discussion Group

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 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

Intro to Knitting

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Reading Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Hands On
Age Group:
Adult

Intro to Knitting

Wednesday January 14th 2 - 3:30 p.m. 

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

Intro to Knitting

Wednesday January 14th 2 - 3:30 p.m. 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Classroom Kitchen: Grains & Greens

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Programming at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Classroom Kitchen, 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. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Virtual Programming
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Classroom Kitchen, 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

Intro to Filipino Cuisine

Monday, January 19, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Presentations
Age Group:
Adult

Discover what makes Filipino food unique and irresistible with Chef Kathy Hardy, owner of A Taste of the Philippines. Chef Hardy will demonstrate how to make Chicken Adobo and lead an interactive Lumpia wrapping session.

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

Discover what makes Filipino food unique and irresistible with Chef Kathy Hardy, owner of A Taste of the Philippines. Chef Hardy will demonstrate how to make Chicken Adobo and lead an interactive Lumpia wrapping session.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

Food will be served or will be handled as a part of this program. Please email or call to advise us of any food allergies.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Book Bingo

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 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.

Registration Required
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

Knitting Circle

Thursday, January 22, 2026 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. 

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

Get Started with Ebooks, Audiobooks & More

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Programming at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Presentations
Age Group:
Adult

With your Thomas Ford library card you can download and stream free books, magazines, movies, music, and more all from your mobile device or home computer!

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

With your Thomas Ford library card you can download and stream free books, magazines, movies, music, and more all from your mobile device or home computer!

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

Western Springs Writers' Society

Thursday, January 22, 2026 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 "Adult" group

Monday Murder Club: The Galton Case

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 7:30pm - 9:00pm
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 Galton Case by Ross Macdonald

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 Galton Case by Ross Macdonald

This event is in the "Adult" group

Spice of the Month: Thyme

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!

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!