This event is in the "Adult" group. Knitting Circle Thursday, May 22, 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. May 22 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, May 22, 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. May 22 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.
Closed: Holiday All Day Thomas Ford Memorial Library Closed for Memorial Day Closing May 26 2025 Mon Closing Closed: Holiday All Day Branches: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Description: Closed for Memorial Day
This event is in the "Adult" group. Spice of the Month: Matcha 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. May 27 2025 Tue Spice of the Month: Matcha 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!
Board Rm: Library Board of Trustees Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:45pm Board Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Purpose of Meeting: This is the regular monthly meeting of the Thomas Ford Memorial Library Board of Trustees. The public is welcome. May 27 2025 Tue Board Rm: Library Board of Trustees 7:00pm - 8:45pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Board Room Purpose of Meeting This is the regular monthly meeting of the Thomas Ford Memorial Library Board of Trustees. The public is welcome.
This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group. Nintendo Switch: Runbow Friday, May 30, 2025 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Hands On, Technology Age Group: Teen & Tween Run your way to the finish line in this multi-player party game! Snacks will be provided. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group. May 30 2025 Fri Nintendo Switch: Runbow 3:45pm - 4:45pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Teen & Tween Program Type: Hands On, Technology Registration Required Event Details: Run your way to the finish line in this multi-player party game! Snacks will be provided.
This event is in the "Children" group. Youth Services Summer Library Challenge: Level Up at Your Library All Day Youth Services Department at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Hands On, STEAM, Summer Reading Age Group: Children Monday, June 2 – Thursday, July 31Ages Birth – Grade 4 View Details This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 2 2025 Mon Youth Services Summer Library Challenge: Level Up at Your Library All Day Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Youth Services Department Age Group: Children Program Type: Hands On, STEAM, Summer Reading Event Details: Monday, June 2 – Thursday, July 31Ages Birth – Grade 4
This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group. Library Battle of the Books: Sign up All Day 6/2 - 6/30 Off Site Program Type: Book Discussion, Community Events Age Group: Teen & Tween Registration begins June 2 - June 30Competition: Wednesday, July 30, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., at La Grange Park Public LibraryGrades 5-8 View Details Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group. Jun 2 - 30 2025 Library Battle of the Books: Sign up All Day 6/2 - 6/30 Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Teen & Tween Program Type: Book Discussion, Community Events Registration Required Event Details: Registration begins June 2 - June 30Competition: Wednesday, July 30, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., at La Grange Park Public LibraryGrades 5-8
This event is in the "Adult" group. Knitting Circle Thursday, June 5, 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. Jun 5 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. Pocket Pollinator Program Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Gardening, Presentations Age Group: Adult Join us for a presentation on small pollinator gardens and learn what is possible in Western Springs and the surrounding areas.We will also be collecting crayons to be given to the LaGrange Art League if you have any to donate. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group. Jun 5 2025 Thu Pocket Pollinator Program 7:00pm - 8:30pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Gardening, Presentations Registration Required Event Details: Join us for a presentation on small pollinator gardens and learn what is possible in Western Springs and the surrounding areas.We will also be collecting crayons to be given to the LaGrange Art League if you have any to donate.
This event is in the "Children" group. Toddler Time (Mon @ 10 a.m.) Monday, June 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am Storytime Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Children Please let us know in the special notes field if you are going to bring along a sibling for this storytime. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 9 2025 Mon Toddler Time (Mon @ 10 a.m.) 10:00am - 10:30am Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytimes Registration Required Event Details: Please let us know in the special notes field if you are going to bring along a sibling for this storytime. Disclaimer(s) Storytime Accompanying Adults This storytime works best if there is one child to one adult. Participation of caregivers with their child is important in order to help them learn while they are having fun.
This event is in the "Children" group. Toddler Time (Mon @ 11 a.m.) Monday, June 9, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am Storytime Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Children Please let us know in the special notes field if you are going to bring along a sibling for this storytime. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 9 2025 Mon Toddler Time (Mon @ 11 a.m.) 11:00am - 11:30am Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytimes Registration Required Event Details: Please let us know in the special notes field if you are going to bring along a sibling for this storytime. Disclaimer(s) Storytime Accompanying Adults This storytime works best if there is one child to one adult. Participation of caregivers with their child is important in order to help them learn while they are having fun.
This event is in the "Children" group. Toddler Time Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am Storytime Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Children Please let us know in the special notes field if you are going to bring along a sibling for this storytime. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 10 2025 Tue Toddler Time 10:00am - 10:30am Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytimes Registration Required Event Details: Please let us know in the special notes field if you are going to bring along a sibling for this storytime. Disclaimer(s) Storytime Accompanying Adults This storytime works best if there is one child to one adult. Participation of caregivers with their child is important in order to help them learn while they are having fun.
This event is in the "Children" group. Preschool Pals Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 1:00pm - 1:30pm Storytime Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Children Hear stories, sing songs, and have fun with friends! This storytime highlights early literacy skills that prepare children for reading independently. Children attend this storytime without adults so they can practice being independent. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 10 2025 Tue Preschool Pals 1:00pm - 1:30pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytimes Registration Required Event Details: Hear stories, sing songs, and have fun with friends! This storytime highlights early literacy skills that prepare children for reading independently. Children attend this storytime without adults so they can practice being independent. Disclaimer(s) Storytime without Adults Children attend this storytime without their grown-ups so that they can practice independence.
This event is in the "Adult" group. Investment Discussion Group Tuesday, June 10, 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. Jun 10 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 "Children" group. Lapsit Storytime Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am Storytime Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Children Please let us know in the special notes field if you are going to bring along a sibling for this storytime. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 11 2025 Wed Lapsit Storytime 10:00am - 10:30am Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytimes Registration Required Event Details: Please let us know in the special notes field if you are going to bring along a sibling for this storytime. Disclaimer(s) Storytime Accompanying Adults This storytime works best if there is one child to one adult. Participation of caregivers with their child is important in order to help them learn while they are having fun.
This event is in the "Children" group. Picture Book Club Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm Storytime Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Discussion, Clubs & Groups, Hands On Age Group: Children Come explore the world of picture books by joining our new book club! Each meeting will focus on a different character, author, or picture book series. We will read stories, play games, and finish with a craft. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 11 2025 Wed Picture Book Club 4:00pm - 4:45pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Discussion, Clubs & Groups, Hands On Registration Required Event Details: Come explore the world of picture books by joining our new book club! Each meeting will focus on a different character, author, or picture book series. We will read stories, play games, and finish with a craft. Disclaimer(s) Safe Child Policy Parents/caregivers of children 8 years and under are required to stay in the Youth Services Department for the duration of the program per library policy.
This event is in the "Children" group. Lapsit Storytime Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am Storytime Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Children Please let us know in the special notes field if you are going to bring along a sibling for this storytime. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 12 2025 Thu Lapsit Storytime 10:00am - 10:30am Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytimes Registration Required Event Details: Please let us know in the special notes field if you are going to bring along a sibling for this storytime. Disclaimer(s) Storytime Accompanying Adults This storytime works best if there is one child to one adult. Participation of caregivers with their child is important in order to help them learn while they are having fun.
This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. Western Springs Writers' Society Thursday, June 12, 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. Jun 12 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 "Children" group. Lapsit Storytime Friday, June 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am Storytime Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Children Please let us know in the special notes field if you are going to bring along a sibling for this storytime. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 13 2025 Fri Lapsit Storytime 10:00am - 10:30am Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytimes Registration Required Event Details: Please let us know in the special notes field if you are going to bring along a sibling for this storytime. Disclaimer(s) Storytime Accompanying Adults This storytime works best if there is one child to one adult. Participation of caregivers with their child is important in order to help them learn while they are having fun.
This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group. Nintendo Switch Open Play Friday, June 13, 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. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group. Jun 13 2025 Fri Nintendo Switch Open Play 3:45pm - 4:45pm 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 "Children" group. Toddler Time (Mon @ 10 a.m.) Monday, June 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am Storytime Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Children Please let us know in the special notes field if you are going to bring along a sibling for this storytime. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 16 2025 Mon Toddler Time (Mon @ 10 a.m.) 10:00am - 10:30am Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytimes Registration Required Event Details: Please let us know in the special notes field if you are going to bring along a sibling for this storytime. Disclaimer(s) Storytime Accompanying Adults This storytime works best if there is one child to one adult. Participation of caregivers with their child is important in order to help them learn while they are having fun.
This event is in the "Children" group. Toddler Time (Mon @ 11 a.m.) Monday, June 16, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am Storytime Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Children Please let us know in the special notes field if you are going to bring along a sibling for this storytime. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 16 2025 Mon Toddler Time (Mon @ 11 a.m.) 11:00am - 11:30am Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytimes Registration Required Event Details: Please let us know in the special notes field if you are going to bring along a sibling for this storytime. Disclaimer(s) Storytime Accompanying Adults This storytime works best if there is one child to one adult. Participation of caregivers with their child is important in order to help them learn while they are having fun.
This event is in the "Children" group. Toddler Time Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am Storytime Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Children Please let us know in the special notes field if you are going to bring along a sibling for this storytime. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 17 2025 Tue Toddler Time 10:00am - 10:30am Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytimes Registration Required Event Details: Please let us know in the special notes field if you are going to bring along a sibling for this storytime. Disclaimer(s) Storytime Accompanying Adults This storytime works best if there is one child to one adult. Participation of caregivers with their child is important in order to help them learn while they are having fun.
