This event is in the "Children" group Build A Bird Workshop Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hands On, STEAM Age Group: Children Learn how the various features of birds—such as feet, wings, and beaks—help them survive in their environments. Then use art supplies to build a bird with the features that will help it live in your imaginary habitat. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 15 2026 Thu Build A Bird Workshop 4:00pm–4:45pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hands On, STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Learn how the various features of birds—such as feet, wings, and beaks—help them survive in their environments. Then use art supplies to build a bird with the features that will help it live in your imaginary habitat. 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 "Teen & Tween" group Teen Board Thursday, January 15, 2026 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! View Details This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group Jan 15 2026 Thu Teen Board 7:00pm–8:00pm 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 "Children" group Lapsit Storytime Friday, January 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am Storytime Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Children Help your baby grow up to love books! Caregivers and little ones share stories, songs, and rhymes in this lapsit program. Introduce them to a lifetime of reading and language enjoyment. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 16 2026 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: Help your baby grow up to love books! Caregivers and little ones share stories, songs, and rhymes in this lapsit program. Introduce them to a lifetime of reading and language enjoyment. 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: Puyo Puyo Tetris Friday, January 16, 2026 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Hands On, STEAM, Technology Age Group: Teen & Tween Compete against your friends in a party puzzle game that combines elements of the beloved classics Tetris and Puyo Puyo. Snacks will be provided. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group Jan 16 2026 Fri Nintendo Switch: Puyo Puyo Tetris 3:45pm–4:45pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Teen & Tween Program Type: Hands On, STEAM, Technology Registration Required Event Details: Compete against your friends in a party puzzle game that combines elements of the beloved classics Tetris and Puyo Puyo. Snacks will be provided.
This event is in the "Children" group Toddler Time @ 10 Monday, January 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am Storytime Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Children Introduce your toddler to early literacy and help build a foundation for reading. We pair engaging books with songs and rhymes. Toddlers and caregivers love to dance and listen during our time together. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 19 2026 Mon Toddler Time @ 10 10:00am–10:30am Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytimes Registration Required Event Details: Introduce your toddler to early literacy and help build a foundation for reading. We pair engaging books with songs and rhymes. Toddlers and caregivers love to dance and listen during our time together. 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 @ 11 Monday, January 19, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am Storytime Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Children Introduce your toddler to early literacy and help build a foundation for reading. We pair engaging books with songs and rhymes. Toddlers and caregivers love to dance and listen during our time together. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 19 2026 Mon Toddler Time @ 11 11:00am–11:30am Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytimes Registration Required Event Details: Introduce your toddler to early literacy and help build a foundation for reading. We pair engaging books with songs and rhymes. Toddlers and caregivers love to dance and listen during our time together. 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 "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. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Jan 19 2026 Mon Intro to Filipino Cuisine 7:00pm–8:30pm 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 "Children" group Toddler Time Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am Storytime Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Children Introduce your toddler to early literacy and help build a foundation for reading. We pair engaging books with songs and rhymes. Toddlers and caregivers love to dance and listen during our time together. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 20 2026 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: Introduce your toddler to early literacy and help build a foundation for reading. We pair engaging books with songs and rhymes. Toddlers and caregivers love to dance and listen during our time together. 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, January 20, 2026 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. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 20 2026 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 "Children" group Lapsit Storytime Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am Storytime Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Children Help your baby grow up to love books! Caregivers and little ones share stories, songs, and rhymes in this lapsit program. Introduce them to a lifetime of reading and language enjoyment. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 21 2026 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: Help your baby grow up to love books! Caregivers and little ones share stories, songs, and rhymes in this lapsit program. Introduce them to a lifetime of reading and language enjoyment. 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 Charcuterie Board Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hands On Age Group: Teen & Tween Learn how to make an artfully arranged platter of all your favorite snacks including deli meats, cheese, crackers, and fruit. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group Jan 21 2026 Wed Charcuterie Board 3:45pm–4:45pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Teen & Tween Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hands On Registration Required Event Details: Learn how to make an artfully arranged platter of all your favorite snacks including deli meats, cheese, crackers, and fruit.
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. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Jan 21 2026 Wed 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 "Children" group Lapsit Storytime Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am Storytime Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Children Help your baby grow up to love books! Caregivers and little ones share stories, songs, and rhymes in this lapsit program. Introduce them to a lifetime of reading and language enjoyment. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 22 2026 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: Help your baby grow up to love books! Caregivers and little ones share stories, songs, and rhymes in this lapsit program. Introduce them to a lifetime of reading and language enjoyment. 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 "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. View Details This event is in the "Adult" group Jan 22 2026 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 "Children" group This event is in the "Families" group Family Art Night: Mason Jar Snow Globes Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hands On Age Group: Children, Families Create an art project together as a family in our Family Art Night series! This season, we will make a mason jar snow globe to take home. Be sure to dress for mess! Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Families" group Jan 22 2026 Thu Family Art Night: Mason Jar Snow Globes 6:00pm–7:00pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Children, Families Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hands On Registration Required Event Details: Create an art project together as a family in our Family Art Night series! This season, we will make a mason jar snow globe to take home. Be sure to dress for mess!
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! Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Jan 22 2026 Thu Get Started with Ebooks, Audiobooks & More 7:00pm–8:00pm 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. View Details This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group This event is in the "Adult" group Jan 22 2026 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, January 23, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am Storytime Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Children Help your baby grow up to love books! Caregivers and little ones share stories, songs, and rhymes in this lapsit program. Introduce them to a lifetime of reading and language enjoyment. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 23 2026 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: Help your baby grow up to love books! Caregivers and little ones share stories, songs, and rhymes in this lapsit program. Introduce them to a lifetime of reading and language enjoyment. 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 Wax Paper Lantern Kit All Day Teen/Tween Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hands On Age Group: Teen & Tween Celebrate the winter season and light up the dark nights with this lantern made from wax paper and fresh greenery. Available in the Teen/Tween Room. While supplies last. View Details This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Wax Paper Lantern Kit All Day Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Teen/Tween Room Age Group: Teen & Tween Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hands On Event Details: Celebrate the winter season and light up the dark nights with this lantern made from wax paper and fresh greenery. Available in the Teen/Tween Room. While supplies last.
This event is in the "Children" group Toddler Time @ 10 Monday, January 26, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am Storytime Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Children Introduce your toddler to early literacy and help build a foundation for reading. We pair engaging books with songs and rhymes. Toddlers and caregivers love to dance and listen during our time together. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Toddler Time @ 10 10:00am–10:30am Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytimes Registration Required Event Details: Introduce your toddler to early literacy and help build a foundation for reading. We pair engaging books with songs and rhymes. Toddlers and caregivers love to dance and listen during our time together. 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 @ 11 Monday, January 26, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am Storytime Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Children Introduce your toddler to early literacy and help build a foundation for reading. We pair engaging books with songs and rhymes. Toddlers and caregivers love to dance and listen during our time together. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Toddler Time @ 11 11:00am–11:30am Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytimes Registration Required Event Details: Introduce your toddler to early literacy and help build a foundation for reading. We pair engaging books with songs and rhymes. Toddlers and caregivers love to dance and listen during our time together. 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 "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 View Details This event is in the "Adult" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Monday Murder Club: The Galton Case 7:30pm–9:00pm 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! View Details This event is in the "Adult" group Jan 27 2026 Tue Spice of the Month: Thyme 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 "Children" group Toddler Time Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am Storytime Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Children Introduce your toddler to early literacy and help build a foundation for reading. We pair engaging books with songs and rhymes. Toddlers and caregivers love to dance and listen during our time together. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 27 2026 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: Introduce your toddler to early literacy and help build a foundation for reading. We pair engaging books with songs and rhymes. Toddlers and caregivers love to dance and listen during our time together. 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.
