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A slice of cheesecake with a side of fresh berries.

Classroom Kitchen: Cheesecake 101

Wednesday, December 10, 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. 

Registration Required
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. 

Bringing History to Life with Jonathan Eig

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 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/ILPJonathanEig

Note: The deadline to register is 5:00 p.m. on the day of the event to allow time to process and approve registrations.

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/ILPJonathanEig

Note: The deadline to register is 5:00 p.m. on the day of the event to allow time to process and approve registrations.

A meal with servings of whole grains and vegetables

Classroom Kitchen: Grains & Greens

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 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. 

Registration Required
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. 

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.

Registration Required
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.

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!

Registration Required
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!

Photo of Paul Lisnek, a white man with grey hair who is wearing a blue suit with a bow tie.

An Evening with Paul Lisnek

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Presentations
Age Group:
Adult

This event can be attended virtually through Zoom or in-person at the Schaumburg Township District Library Central branch.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Presentations
Event Details:

This event can be attended virtually through Zoom or in-person at the Schaumburg Township District Library Central branch.

Celebrating the Lunar New Year

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Presentations
Age Group:
Adult

Educator Yvonne Wolf will describe the rites, activities, symbols, and foods associated with the Lunar New Year and how you can participate in your own home.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Presentations
Registration Required
Event Details:

Educator Yvonne Wolf will describe the rites, activities, symbols, and foods associated with the Lunar New Year and how you can participate in your own home.

A platter of brownies and blondies

Classroom Kitchen: Brownies, Blondies & Brookies

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 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. 

Registration Required
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. 

Smartphone Photography 101

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Presentations
Age Group:
Adult

Sharpen your photographic skills with the camera you carry with you every day: your smartphone. Learn mobile photography tricks and tips, editing options, and solutions that make snapping photos more fun.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Presentations
Registration Required
Event Details:

Sharpen your photographic skills with the camera you carry with you every day: your smartphone. Learn mobile photography tricks and tips, editing options, and solutions that make snapping photos more fun.

Still Afraid of the Dark: An Evening with R.L. Stine

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 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/ILPStine

Note: The deadline to register is 5:00 p.m. on the day of the event to allow time to process and approve registrations.

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/ILPStine

Note: The deadline to register is 5:00 p.m. on the day of the event to allow time to process and approve registrations.