This event is in the "Children" group Lapsit Storytime Friday, July 25, 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. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jul 25 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: Puyo Puyo Tetris Friday, July 25, 2025 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Hands On, Summer Reading, 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 Jul 25 2025 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, Summer Reading, 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 "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 "Children" group Fidgets and Widgets Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hands On, STEAM, Summer Reading Age Group: Children Join us for one hour of fidget making. Then take your creations home for hours more of fidgety fun! Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jul 29 2025 Tue Fidgets and Widgets 1:00pm–2:00pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hands On, STEAM, Summer Reading Registration Required Event Details: Join us for one hour of fidget making. Then take your creations home for hours more of fidgety fun! 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 This event is in the "Families" group Juggling Funny Stories Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Performers Age Group: Children, Families You’ll laugh out loud as nationally-known family entertainer Chris Fascione brings children’s stories to life with his high-spirited and innovative performances. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Families" group Jul 30 2025 Wed Juggling Funny Stories 10:30am–11:15am Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Children, Families Program Type: Performers Registration Required Event Details: You’ll laugh out loud as nationally-known family entertainer Chris Fascione brings children’s stories to life with his high-spirited and innovative performances.
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. View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group Jul 30 2025 Wed Library Battle of the Books Competition 11:00am–1:00pm 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 "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 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 "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. View Details This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group Aug 8 2025 Fri Among Us Cookie Decorating Kit All Day 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 "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 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 Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group Aug 14 2025 Thu Tween Book Club 7:00pm–8:00pm 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. 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 "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. View Details This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group Aug 15 2025 Fri Back to School Care Packages All Day 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. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group Aug 18 2025 Mon DIY Pet Puzzles 3:45pm–4:45pm 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.
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 "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! View Details This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group Aug 21 2025 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!
Closed: In Service All Day Thomas Ford Memorial Library Closed for staff training Closing Aug 22 2025 Fri Closing Closed: In Service All Day Branches: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Description: Closed for staff training
