This event is in the "Adult" group Finding the Clues: Then and Now with Steve Burns Tuesday, September 16, 2025 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/ILPSteveBurns View Details This event is in the "Adult" group Sep 16 2025 Tue Finding the Clues: Then and Now with Steve Burns 7:00pm–8:00pm 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/ILPSteveBurns
This event is in the "Adult" group Classroom Kitchen: Hearty Handhelds Wednesday, September 17, 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. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Sep 17 2025 Wed Classroom Kitchen: Hearty Handhelds 6:30pm–8:00pm 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 Traditional Churros Wednesday, September 24, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Presentations Age Group: Adult Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Chef Violeta Trujeque, originally from Veracruz, Mexico and owner of Violet Velvet Cooking Classes. She will demonstrate how to prepare traditional churros with a spicy chocolate and vanilla dip. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Sep 24 2025 Wed Traditional Churros 6:30pm–8:00pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Presentations Registration Required Event Details: Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Chef Violeta Trujeque, originally from Veracruz, Mexico and owner of Violet Velvet Cooking Classes. She will demonstrate how to prepare traditional churros with a spicy chocolate and vanilla dip.
This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Families" group College Planning Webinar Monday, September 29, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Virtual Programming at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Community Events, Presentations Age Group: Teen & Tween, Adult, Families Strategies for a Smarter College Search View Details This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Families" group Sep 29 2025 Mon College Planning Webinar 7:00pm–8:00pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Virtual Programming Age Group: Teen & Tween, Adult, Families Program Type: Community Events, Presentations Event Details: Strategies for a Smarter College Search
This event is in the "Adult" group 100 Years of Library Service in Western Springs Thursday, October 2, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Presentations Age Group: Adult In 1925, Western Springs residents voted to establish a free public library. A lot has happened since then! Join Library Director Ted Bodewes for a presentation on the fascinating history of our Library. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Oct 2 2025 Thu 100 Years of Library Service in Western Springs 7:00pm–8:00pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Presentations Registration Required Event Details: In 1925, Western Springs residents voted to establish a free public library. A lot has happened since then! Join Library Director Ted Bodewes for a presentation on the fascinating history of our Library.
This event is in the "Adult" group Classroom Kitchen: Harvest Crisps & Casseroles Wednesday, October 15, 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. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Oct 15 2025 Wed Classroom Kitchen: Harvest Crisps & Casseroles 6:30pm–8:00pm 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 Introduction to Tarot Cards Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Presentations Age Group: Adult Learn the basics of tarot in a fun, positive way with professional psychic and tarot reader Barbara Meyer. Barbara will talk about the history of tarot, the theory of card reading, and dispel myths about the practice. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Oct 15 2025 Wed Introduction to Tarot Cards 7:00pm–8:30pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Presentations Registration Required Event Details: Learn the basics of tarot in a fun, positive way with professional psychic and tarot reader Barbara Meyer. Barbara will talk about the history of tarot, the theory of card reading, and dispel myths about the practice.
This event is in the "Adult" group Meet the Author: Robert Patrick Conlon Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Presentations Age Group: Adult Meet local author Robert Conlon and hear about his new book Celtic Knot: An Orphan's Tale of Survival, Family, and Love in Chicago. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Oct 16 2025 Thu Meet the Author: Robert Patrick Conlon 7:00pm–8:30pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Presentations Registration Required Event Details: Meet local author Robert Conlon and hear about his new book Celtic Knot: An Orphan's Tale of Survival, Family, and Love in Chicago.
This event is in the "Adult" group Beyond the Screen: A “Wicked” Conversation with Marissa Bode Tuesday, October 21, 2025 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/ILPMarissaBode View Details This event is in the "Adult" group Oct 21 2025 Tue Beyond the Screen: A “Wicked” Conversation with Marissa Bode 7:00pm–8:00pm 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/ILPMarissaBode
This event is in the "Adult" group Fraud Protection and Advocacy for Seniors Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Presentations Age Group: Adult Avoid consumer fraud and identity theft scams aimed at seniors by learning how to recognize potential fraud attempts. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Nov 4 2025 Tue Fraud Protection and Advocacy for Seniors 10:00am–11:30am Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Presentations Registration Required Event Details: Avoid consumer fraud and identity theft scams aimed at seniors by learning how to recognize potential fraud attempts.
This event is in the "Adult" group Navigating Grief During the Holidays Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Presentations Age Group: Adult Join us for a compassionate and supportive presentation on understanding and navigating grief during the holidays. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Nov 12 2025 Wed Navigating Grief During the Holidays 7:00pm–8:30pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Presentations Registration Required Event Details: Join us for a compassionate and supportive presentation on understanding and navigating grief during the holidays.
This event is in the "Adult" group Kenji López-Alt: A Journey Through Food and Science Tuesday, November 18, 2025 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: https://bit.ly/KenjiLopez-Alt View Details This event is in the "Adult" group Nov 18 2025 Tue Kenji López-Alt: A Journey Through Food and Science 7:00pm–8:00pm 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: https://bit.ly/KenjiLopez-Alt
This event is in the "Adult" group Classroom Kitchen: Fall Flavors Reimagined Wednesday, November 19, 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. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Nov 19 2025 Wed Classroom Kitchen: Fall Flavors Reimagined 6:30pm–8:00pm 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.
