This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group T-Shirt Tote Bag Kit All Day Teen/Tween Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hands On Age Group: Teen & Tween Repurpose a t-shirt to make a useful tote bag! Available in the Teen/Tween Room, while supplies last. View Details This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group Nov 4 2025 Tue T-Shirt Tote Bag 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: Repurpose a t-shirt to make a useful tote bag! Available in the Teen/Tween Room, while supplies last.
This event is in the "Children" group Fidgets and Widgets Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hands On, STEAM Age Group: Children Join us for one hour of fidget making. Then take your creations home for hours more of fidgety fun! View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Nov 5 2025 Wed Fidgets and Widgets 4:00pm–5:00pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hands On, STEAM 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 Read and Create: Acorn Was a Little Wild Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Discussion, Hands On Age Group: Children Come listen to a reading of Jen Arena’s Acorn Was a Little Wild. Afterwards, we will create a tissue paper acorn picture to take home. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Nov 6 2025 Thu Read and Create: Acorn Was a Little Wild 4:00pm–4:45pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Discussion, Hands On Registration Required Event Details: Come listen to a reading of Jen Arena’s Acorn Was a Little Wild. Afterwards, we will create a tissue paper acorn picture to take home. 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 Nintendo Switch: Mario Kart Tournament Friday, November 7, 2025 at 3:45pm - 5:00pm Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Hands On, STEAM, Technology Age Group: Teen & Tween Show off your driving skills in our Mario Kart Tournament! Snacks wil be provided. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group Nov 7 2025 Fri Nintendo Switch: Mario Kart Tournament 3:45pm–5:00pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Teen & Tween Program Type: Hands On, STEAM, Technology Registration Required Event Details: Show off your driving skills in our Mario Kart Tournament! Snacks wil be provided.
This event is in the "Adult" group Ombre Pine Cones Craft Monday, November 10, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hands On Age Group: Adult Create simple yet elegant pine cone decorations perfect for fall. All materials will be provided. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Nov 10 2025 Mon Ombre Pine Cones Craft 7:00pm–8:30pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hands On Registration Required Event Details: Create simple yet elegant pine cone decorations perfect for fall. All materials will be provided.
This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group Pumpkin Parfait Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Hands On Age Group: Teen & Tween Whip up some tasty and seasonal pumpkin pie parfaits with us! Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group Nov 12 2025 Wed Pumpkin Parfait 3:45pm–4:45pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Teen & Tween Program Type: Hands On Registration Required Event Details: Whip up some tasty and seasonal pumpkin pie parfaits with us!
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Families" group Bug and Reptile Show Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Hands On, Performers, STEAM Age Group: Children, Families Get up close with reptiles and bugs from around the world in this interactive, educational experience! You will learn about exotic creatures and even get the chance to touch and hold them in a safe, hands-on environment. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Families" group Nov 13 2025 Thu Bug and Reptile Show 4:00pm–5:00pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Children, Families Program Type: Hands On, Performers, STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Get up close with reptiles and bugs from around the world in this interactive, educational experience! You will learn about exotic creatures and even get the chance to touch and hold them in a safe, hands-on environment.
This event is in the "Adult" group Mah Jongg Open Play Monday, November 17, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm 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. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Nov 17 2025 Mon Mah Jongg Open Play 7:00pm–8:30pm 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 "Children" group This event is in the "Families" group Thanksgiving Celebration Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hands On Age Group: Children, Families Celebrate the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday with a party at the Library! We will read stories, play Freeze Dance, and finish with a turkey craft. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Families" group Nov 19 2025 Wed Thanksgiving Celebration 4:00pm–4:45pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Children, Families Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hands On Registration Required Event Details: Celebrate the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday with a party at the Library! We will read stories, play Freeze Dance, and finish with a turkey craft.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Families" group LEGO Family Night Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Hands On, STEAM Age Group: Children, Families Families of LEGO enthusiasts are invited to join us each month to practice and learn LEGO building techniques. Using teamwork and your imagination, build a creation that will be on display in the Youth Services Department for one month. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Families" group Nov 20 2025 Thu LEGO Family Night 6:00pm–7:00pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Children, Families Program Type: Hands On, STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Families of LEGO enthusiasts are invited to join us each month to practice and learn LEGO building techniques. Using teamwork and your imagination, build a creation that will be on display in the Youth Services Department for one month.
This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group Teen Board Thursday, November 20, 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 Nov 20 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!
This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group Book Turkey Kit All Day Teen/Tween Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hands On Age Group: Teen & Tween Turn a regular old book into a festive book turkey! Available in the Teen/Tween Room, while supplies last. View Details This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group Nov 21 2025 Fri Book Turkey 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: Turn a regular old book into a festive book turkey! Available in the Teen/Tween Room, while supplies last.
This event is in the "Adult" group Spice of the Month: Bay Leaves 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 Nov 25 2025 Tue Spice of the Month: Bay Leaves 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 This event is in the "Families" group Curious George Visits the Library Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Hands On, Performers Age Group: Children, Families Drop-in Event, No Registration Required. View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Families" group Dec 6 2025 Sat Curious George Visits the Library 10:30am–12:00pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Children, Families Program Type: Hands On, Performers Event Details: Drop-in Event, No Registration Required.
This event is in the "Children" group Read and Create: Winter Solstice Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Discussion, Hands On Age Group: Children Come listen to a reading of Kelsey Gross’s Winter: A Solstice Story. Afterwards, we will complete a paper lantern craft to take home. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Dec 9 2025 Tue Read and Create: Winter Solstice 4:00pm–4:45pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Discussion, Hands On Registration Required Event Details: Come listen to a reading of Kelsey Gross’s Winter: A Solstice Story. Afterwards, we will complete a paper lantern craft to take home. 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 Junior Engineers: Building with Marshmallows Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hands On, STEAM Age Group: Children Marshmallows aren’t just for hot cocoa! Come design houses out of toothpicks and marshmallows. We'll set our buildings together to create a marshmallow village. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Dec 18 2025 Thu Junior Engineers: Building with Marshmallows 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: Marshmallows aren’t just for hot cocoa! Come design houses out of toothpicks and marshmallows. We'll set our buildings together to create a marshmallow village. 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 Noon Year's Eve Celebration Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hands On, Storytimes Age Group: Children, Families 5… 4… 3… 2… 1… Happy NOON Years! Ring in the new year with a Noon Year’s Eve party at the library. We will read stories, do a craft, and have our own countdown celebration. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Families" group Dec 30 2025 Tue Noon Year's Eve Celebration 11:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Children, Families Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hands On, Storytimes Registration Required Event Details: 5… 4… 3… 2… 1… Happy NOON Years! Ring in the new year with a Noon Year’s Eve party at the library. We will read stories, do a craft, and have our own countdown celebration.
This event is in the "Children" group Read and Create: The Snow Globe Family Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Discussion, Hands On Age Group: Children Come listen to a reading of Jane O’Connor’s The Snow Globe Family. Afterwards, we will complete a snow globe craft to take home. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 13 2026 Tue Read and Create: The Snow Globe Family 4:00pm–4:45pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Discussion, Hands On Registration Required Event Details: Come listen to a reading of Jane O’Connor’s The Snow Globe Family. Afterwards, we will complete a snow globe craft to take home. 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 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. View Details 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 "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! View Details 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 "Children" group This event is in the "Families" group LEGO Family Night Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Hands On, STEAM Age Group: Children, Families Families of LEGO enthusiasts are invited to join us each month to practice and learn LEGO building techniques. Using teamwork and your imagination, build a creation that will be on display in the Youth Services Department for one month. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Families" group Jan 29 2026 Thu LEGO Family Night 6:00pm–7:00pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Children, Families Program Type: Hands On, STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Families of LEGO enthusiasts are invited to join us each month to practice and learn LEGO building techniques. Using teamwork and your imagination, build a creation that will be on display in the Youth Services Department for one month.
This event is in the "Children" group Read and Create: Hedgehugs Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Discussion, Hands On, Storytimes Age Group: Children Come listen to a reading of Steve Wilson and Lucy Tapper’s Hedgehugs. Afterwards, we will create a Valentine’s Day hedgehog craft to take home. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Feb 10 2026 Tue Read and Create: Hedgehugs 4:00pm–4:45pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Discussion, Hands On, Storytimes Registration Required Event Details: Come listen to a reading of Steve Wilson and Lucy Tapper’s Hedgehugs. Afterwards, we will create a Valentine’s Day hedgehog craft to take home. 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 Bird Watching Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hands On, STEAM Age Group: Children Come read bird stories, learn how to protect them, where they go when it gets chilly, and the basics of bird watching. At the end of the program, we will make a bird-related craft to take home. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Feb 18 2026 Wed Bird Watching 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: Come read bird stories, learn how to protect them, where they go when it gets chilly, and the basics of bird watching. At the end of the program, we will make a bird-related craft to take home. 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 Ford LEGO Creators Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Clubs & Groups, Hands On, STEAM Age Group: Children Bring your ideas and imagination to the library to create a LEGO model, then share a short story about it. The library will provide LEGO bricks for this program. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Ford LEGO Creators 4:00pm–4:45pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Clubs & Groups, Hands On, STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Bring your ideas and imagination to the library to create a LEGO model, then share a short story about it. The library will provide LEGO bricks for this program. 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.