This event is in the "Adult" group. Nov 12 2024 Tue Investment Discussion Group 7:15pm - 8:45pm Adult This event is in the "Adult" group. Nov 12 2024 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. Nov 14 2024 Thu Film Discussion: American Fiction (2023) 6:00pm - 8:30pm Adult Registration This event is in the "Adult" group. Nov 14 2024 Thu Film Discussion: American Fiction (2023) 6:00pm - 8:30pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Movies Registration Required Seats Remaining: 26 Event Details: A novelist who's fed up with the establishment profiting from Black entertainment uses a pen name to write a book that propels him into the heart of the hypocrisy and madness he claims to disdain.
This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. Nov 14 2024 Thu Western Springs Writers' Society 7:00pm - 8:30pm Teen & Tween, Adult This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. Nov 14 2024 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 "Adult" group. Nov 18 2024 Mon DIY Cork Board 7:00pm - 8:30pm Adult Registration This event is in the "Adult" group. Nov 18 2024 Mon DIY Cork Board 7:00pm - 8:30pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Hands On Registration Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Upcycle old wine corks in this craft where we’ll make individual bulletin boards. All supplies provided.
This event is in the "Adult" group. Nov 19 2024 Tue Ruth Handler: The Story Behind Barbie 1:30pm - 2:30pm Adult Registration This event is in the "Adult" group. Nov 19 2024 Tue Ruth Handler: The Story Behind Barbie 1:30pm - 2:30pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Presentations Registration Required Seats Remaining: 29 Event Details: Step back in time to 1994, the 35th anniversary of Mattel’s best-selling doll Barbie, with storyteller Lynn Rymarz as she portrays Ruth Handler, the creator of Barbie.
This event is in the "Adult" group. Nov 20 2024 Wed Additional Date: Mah Jongg Practice Play 2:00pm - 3:30pm Adult Registration This event is in the "Adult" group. Nov 20 2024 Wed Additional Date: Mah Jongg Practice 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 Seats Remaining: 4 Event Details: Just starting out with American Mah Jongg? Join us for practice play where we’ll guide you through setting up the game, dealing and playing rounds. Game sets and cards will be available for all participants to use. Registration will open on Oct.
This event is in the "Adult" group. Nov 20 2024 Wed Classroom Kitchen: Holiday Brunch 6:30pm - 8:00pm Adult Registration This event is in the "Adult" group. Nov 20 2024 Wed Classroom Kitchen: Holiday Brunch 6:30pm - 8:00pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Virtual Programming #2 Age Group: Adult Program Type: Presentations Registration Required Seats Remaining: 20 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. Nov 20 2024 Wed Holiday Tips & Tricks with Chef Art Smith 7:00pm - 8:00pm Adult This event is in the "Adult" group. Nov 20 2024 Wed Holiday Tips & Tricks with Chef Art Smith 7:00pm - 8:00pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Virtual Programming Age Group: Adult Program Type: Presentations Event Details: Register here for this virtual event: https://bit.ly/ILP_ArtSmith
This event is in the "Adult" group. Nov 21 2024 Thu Knitting Circle 1:00pm - 3:30pm Adult This event is in the "Adult" group. Nov 21 2024 Thu Knitting Circle 1:00pm - 3:30pm 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. Nov 21 2024 Thu Thanksgiving Turkey Craft 4:00pm - 4:30pm Children Registration This event is in the "Children" group. Nov 21 2024 Thu Thanksgiving Turkey Craft 4:00pm - 4:30pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Gobble Gobble! Participants will be turning their handprints into turkeys! We provide the supplies, you make the art, and we will clean up the mess while you leave with your creation.
This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group. Nov 21 2024 Thu Teen Board 7:00pm - 8:00pm Teen & Tween This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group. Nov 21 2024 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. Nov 26 2024 Tue Hand Sewn Handwarmers Kit All Day Teen & Tween This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group. Nov 26 2024 Tue Hand Sewn Handwarmers Kit All Day Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Teen/Tween Room Age Group: Teen & Tween Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hands On, STEAM Event Details: Prepare for the colder weather by sewing some reusable leaf shaped hand warmers! No sewing experience necessary. Available in the Teen Room while supplies last.
This event is in the "Adult" group. Nov 26 2024 Tue Spice of the Month Club: Rosemary All Day Adult This event is in the "Adult" group. Nov 26 2024 Tue Spice of the Month Club: Rosemary All Day Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Adult Services Department Age Group: Adult Program Type: 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!
Nov 26 2024 Tue Board Rm: Library Board of Trustees 7:00pm - 8:45pm Nov 26 2024 Tue Board Rm: Library Board of Trustees 7:00pm - 8:45pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Board Room
Nov 28 2024 Thu Closed: Holiday All Day Closing Nov 28 2024 Thu Closing Closed: Holiday All Day Branches: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Description: Thanksgiving
This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group. Dec 1 - 31 2024 Teen/Tween Book Box Sign-up All Day 12/1 - 12/31 Teen & Tween This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group. Dec 1 - 31 2024 Teen/Tween Book Box Sign-up All Day 12/1 - 12/31 Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Virtual Programming #2 Age Group: Teen & Tween Program Type: Clubs & Groups Event Details: Avid reader? Looking for some good, personalized recommendations? Join our Teen and Tween Book Box service. Fill out the form on the website to tell us a little bit about what you like to read.
This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group. Dec 4 2024 Wed Hot Ice Cream Kit All Day Teen & Tween This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group. Dec 4 2024 Wed Hot Ice Cream Kit All Day Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Teen/Tween Room Age Group: Teen & Tween Program Type: Hands On, STEAM Event Details: Warm up with a nice hot bowl of ice cream! Use methylcellulose to make some delicious ice cream that solidifies at higher temperatures. Refrigerated ingredients not included. Available in the Teen/Tween Room. While supplies last.
This event is in the "Adult" group. Dec 4 2024 Wed Book Discussion Group: House in the Cerulean Sea 7:30pm - 9:00pm Adult This event is in the "Adult" group. Dec 4 2024 Wed Book Discussion Group: House in the Cerulean Sea 7:30pm - 9:00pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Book Discussion 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. Event Details: The House in the Cerulean Sea by T.J. Klune
Dec 6 2024 Fri Closed: In Service All Day Closing Dec 6 2024 Fri Closing Closed: In Service All Day Branches: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Dec 7 2024 Sat Paddington Visits the Library 10:30am - 12:00pm Children, Families This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Dec 7 2024 Sat Paddington 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, Storytimes Event Details: Drop-in Event, No Registration Required.
This event is in the "Adult" group. Dec 10 2024 Tue Investment Discussion Group 7:15pm - 8:45pm Adult This event is in the "Adult" group. Dec 10 2024 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. Dec 12 2024 Thu Knitting Circle 1:00pm - 3:30pm Adult This event is in the "Adult" group. Dec 12 2024 Thu Knitting Circle 1:00pm - 3:30pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Reading 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 "Teen & Tween" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. Dec 12 2024 Thu Western Springs Writers' Society 7:00pm - 8:30pm Teen & Tween, Adult This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. Dec 12 2024 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. Dec 13 2024 Fri Teen/Tween Holiday Party 3:30pm - 5:00pm Teen & Tween Registration This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group. Dec 13 2024 Fri Teen/Tween Holiday Party 3:30pm - 5:00pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Teen & Tween Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hands On Registration Required Seats Remaining: 15 Event Details: Come celebrate the holiday season at the library! Decorate a gingerbread house, participate in a gift wrapping competition, and make a gift to take home. Snacks will be provided.