This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group This event is in the "Adult" group Jun-Jul 2025 Puzzle & Board Game Swap All Day 6/3–7/31 Teen & Tween, Adult This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group This event is in the "Adult" group Jun-Jul 2025 Puzzle & Board Game Swap All Day 6/3–7/31 Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Adult Services Department Age Group: Teen & Tween, Adult Program Type: Community Events Event Details: Tired of completing the same puzzle or playing the same game? Swap out your gently used puzzle or board game for a new-to-you challenge all summer long at the Reference Desk!
This event is in the "Adult" group Jul 8 2025 Tue Investment Discussion Group 7:15pm–8:45pm Adult This event is in the "Adult" group Jul 8 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 Jul 9 2025 Wed Classroom Kitchen: Lavender and Honey 6:30pm–8:00pm Adult Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Jul 9 2025 Wed Classroom Kitchen: Lavender and Honey 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 Jul 10 2025 Thu Film Discussion: The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes (1970) 6:00pm–8:00pm Adult Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Jul 10 2025 Thu Film Discussion: The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes (1970) 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: When a bored Holmes (Robert Stephens) eagerly takes the case of Gabrielle Valladon after an attempt on her life, the search for her missing husband leads to Loch Ness and the legendary monster.
This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group This event is in the "Adult" group Jul 10 2025 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 Jul 10 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 "Adult" group Jul 14 2025 Mon Mah Jongg Open Play 7:00pm–8:30pm Adult Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Jul 14 2025 Mon Mah Jongg Open Play 7:00pm–8:30pm 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 "Adult" group Jul 15 2025 Tue DIY Wine Charms Kit All Day Adult This event is in the "Adult" group Jul 15 2025 Tue DIY Wine Charms Kit All Day Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Adult Services Department Age Group: Adult Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Repurpose old playing cards into cute wine glass tags. Each craft kit will include the necessary materials to create several tags, so you’ll just need a paint brush! Pick up while supplies last.
This event is in the "Adult" group Jul 16 2025 Wed Oz: A Magical Murder Mystery 6:30pm–8:30pm Adult Cancelled Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Jul 16 2025 Wed Cancelled Oz: A Magical Murder Mystery 6:30pm–8:30pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Reading Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Hands On, Summer Reading Registration Required Event Details: Play one of eight beloved characters from the magical land of Oz as they embark on a heroic quest to solve the Wizard of Oz's murder and stop a growing evil within the kingdom. Character booklets will be available starting July 9.
This event is in the "Adult" group Jul 17 2025 Thu Knitting Circle 1:00pm–3:00pm Adult This event is in the "Adult" group Jul 17 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 Jul 18 - 28 2025 Second Chance Crafts All Day 7/18–7/28 Adult Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Jul 18 - 28 2025 Second Chance Crafts All Day 7/18–7/28 Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Adult Services Department Age Group: Adult Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Missed a craft at the Library but still want to participate? Sign-up for a craft kit, based on one of our previous crafts.
This event is in the "Adult" group Jul 23 2025 Wed Farm to Table Appetizers 7:00pm–8:30pm Adult Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Jul 23 2025 Wed Farm to Table Appetizers 7:00pm–8:30pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Presentations Registration Required Event Details: Everything tastes better fresh from the farm stand! Chef Cherise Slattery will share garden fresh appetizers with you that are easy to prepare, and delicious to eat.
This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group This event is in the "Adult" group Jul 24 2025 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 Jul 24 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 "Adult" group Jul 28 2025 Mon Monday Murder Club: All the Sinners Bleed by S.A. Cosby 7:30pm–8:45pm Adult 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 Jul 29 2025 Tue Spice of the Month: Chai All Day Adult 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 "Adult" group Jul 31 2025 Thu Knitting Circle 1:00pm–3:00pm Adult 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 Aug 7 2025 Thu Mah Jongg Open Play 2:00pm–3:30pm Adult 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 "Adult" group Aug 11 2025 Mon Paint and Sip 7:00pm–8:30pm Adult 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 Aug 12 2025 Tue Investment Discussion Group 7:15pm–8:45pm Adult 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 Aug 13 2025 Wed Classroom Kitchen: Summer Tapas 6:30pm–8:00pm Adult 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 Aug 13 2025 Wed The Village Read Book Discussion: The Hound of the Baskervilles 7:30pm–8:45pm Adult 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 Aug 14 2025 Thu Knitting Circle 1:00pm–3:00pm Adult 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 Aug 14 2025 Thu Film Discussion: Mr. Holmes (2015) 6:00pm–8:00pm Adult 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 This event is in the "Adult" group Aug 14 2025 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 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 "Adult" group Aug 19 2025 Tue Book Bingo 7:00pm–8:30pm Adult 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.
