This event is in the "Adult" group Feb 24 2026 Tue Still Afraid of the Dark: An Evening with R.L. Stine 7:00pm–8:00pm Adult This event is in the "Adult" group Feb 24 2026 Tue Still Afraid of the Dark: An Evening with R.L. Stine 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/ILPStineNote: The deadline to register is 5:00 p.m. on the day of the event to allow time to process and approve registrations.
Feb 24 2026 Tue Board Rm: Library Board of Trustees 7:00pm–8:45pm Feb 24 2026 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: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Purpose of Meeting This is the regular monthly meeting of the Thomas Ford Memorial Library Board of Trustees. The public is welcome.
This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group Feb 25 2026 Wed Board Games & Pizza 5:00pm–6:00pm Teen & Tween Registration Required This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group Feb 25 2026 Wed Board Games & Pizza 5:00pm–6:00pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Teen & Tween Program Type: Hands On Registration Required Event Details: Join us for delicious pizza and a selection of board games and card games IRL!
This event is in the "Adult" group Feb 25 2026 Wed The Village Read: America is in the Heart 7:30pm–8:45pm Adult This event is in the "Adult" group Feb 25 2026 Wed The Village Read: America is in the Heart 7:30pm–8:45pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Book Discussion, Village Read Event Details: Free paperback copies of America is in the Heart will be available starting January 5th. While supplies last.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Families" group Feb 26 2026 Thu Nature Storytime with the Morton Arboretum 1:00pm–1:30pm Children, Families Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Families" group Feb 26 2026 Thu Nature Storytime with the Morton Arboretum 1:00pm–1:30pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Children, Families Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: A guest presenter from The Morton Arboretum will join us to share fun nature stories that help us notice how weather, trees, and animals change with the season! Recommended ages 2-6 with adults
This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group This event is in the "Adult" group Feb 26 2026 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 Feb 26 2026 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 "Children" group Feb 28 2026 Sat Read to Gracie 2:00pm–3:00pm Children Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Feb 28 2026 Sat Read to Gracie 2:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Clubs & Groups Registration Required Event Details: Children in grades Kindergarten through 4th Grade are invited to register for 10-minutes of reading with our new therapy dog partner, Gracie. This program is done in partnership with St. John’s Lutheran Church in La Grange.
This event is in the "Adult" group Mar 4 2026 Wed Book Discussion Group: Brave the Wild River 7:30pm–9:00pm Adult This event is in the "Adult" group Mar 4 2026 Wed Book Discussion Group: Brave the Wild River 7:30pm–9:00pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Book Discussion Event Details: 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. Brave the Wild River by Melissa L. Sevigny
This event is in the "Adult" group Mar 5 2026 Thu Knitting Circle 1:00pm–3:00pm Adult This event is in the "Adult" group Mar 5 2026 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 "Teen & Tween" group Mar 5 2026 Thu Tween Book Club 7:00pm–8:00pm Teen & Tween Registration Required This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group Mar 5 2026 Thu Tween Book Club 7:00pm–8:00pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Reading Room Age Group: Teen & Tween Program Type: Book Discussion, Clubs & Groups Registration Required Event Details: Join us for bookish talk and dessert! Copies of the book are available one month before the discussion at the circulation desk. Book: What Happened to Rachel Riley? by Claire Swinarski.
This event is in the "Children" group Mar 10 2026 Tue Read and Create: Goodbye Winter, Hello Spring 4:00pm–4:45pm Children Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Mar 10 2026 Tue Read and Create: Goodbye Winter, Hello Spring 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 Kenard Pak’s Goodbye Winter, Hello Spring. Afterwards, we will complete a paper plate spring 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 "Adult" group Mar 10 2026 Tue Investment Discussion Group 7:15pm–8:45pm Adult This event is in the "Adult" group Mar 10 2026 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 "Teen & Tween" group This event is in the "Adult" group Mar 12 2026 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 Mar 12 2026 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 "Children" group This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group Mar 13 2026 Fri Chess Lessons 3:45pm–4:45pm Children, Teen & Tween Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group Mar 13 2026 Fri Chess Lessons 3:45pm–4:45pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Children, Teen & Tween Program Type: Clubs & Groups, Hands On, STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Learn all about chess or brush up on your chess skills with The Piece Project director Theo Han and high school student chess players. All skill levels are welcome. Grades 2-8.
This event is in the "Children" group Mar 16 2026 Mon Toddler Time @ 10 10:00am–10:30am Children Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Mar 16 2026 Mon Toddler Time @ 10 10:00am–10:30am Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytimes Registration Required Event Details: Introduce your toddler to early literacy and help build a foundation for reading. We pair engaging books with songs and rhymes. Toddlers and caregivers love to dance and listen during our time together. Disclaimer(s) Storytime Accompanying Adults This storytime works best if there is one child to one adult. Participation of caregivers with their child is important in order to help them learn while they are having fun.
This event is in the "Children" group Mar 16 2026 Mon Toddler Time @ 11 11:00am–11:30am Children Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Mar 16 2026 Mon Toddler Time @ 11 11:00am–11:30am Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytimes Registration Required Event Details: Introduce your toddler to early literacy and help build a foundation for reading. We pair engaging books with songs and rhymes. Toddlers and caregivers love to dance and listen during our time together. Disclaimer(s) Storytime Accompanying Adults This storytime works best if there is one child to one adult. Participation of caregivers with their child is important in order to help them learn while they are having fun.
This event is in the "Children" group Mar 17 2026 Tue Toddler Time 10:00am–10:30am Children Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Mar 17 2026 Tue Toddler Time 10:00am–10:30am Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytimes Registration Required Event Details: Introduce your toddler to early literacy and help build a foundation for reading. We pair engaging books with songs and rhymes. Toddlers and caregivers love to dance and listen during our time together. Disclaimer(s) Storytime Accompanying Adults This storytime works best if there is one child to one adult. Participation of caregivers with their child is important in order to help them learn while they are having fun.
This event is in the "Children" group Mar 17 2026 Tue Preschool Pals 1:00pm–1:30pm Children Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Mar 17 2026 Tue Preschool Pals 1:00pm–1:30pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytimes Registration Required Event Details: Hear stories, sing songs, and have fun with friends! This storytime highlights early literacy skills that prepare children for reading independently. Children attend this storytime without adults so they can practice being independent. Disclaimer(s) Storytime without Adults Children attend this storytime without their grown-ups so that they can practice independence.
This event is in the "Children" group Mar 18 2026 Wed Lapsit Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Children Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Mar 18 2026 Wed Lapsit Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytimes Registration Required Event Details: Help your baby grow up to love books! Caregivers and little ones share stories, songs, and rhymes in this lapsit program. Introduce them to a lifetime of reading and language enjoyment. Disclaimer(s) Storytime Accompanying Adults This storytime works best if there is one child to one adult. Participation of caregivers with their child is important in order to help them learn while they are having fun.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Families" group Mar 18 2026 Wed El Mago's Magic Show 4:00pm–5:00pm Children, Families Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Families" group Mar 18 2026 Wed El Mago's Magic Show 4:00pm–5:00pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Children, Families Program Type: Performers Registration Required Event Details: Come and watch the funny and mysterious magic by El Mago! You won't believe your eyes, and you won't stop laughing! Everyone will be entertained. Kids and adults alike!
This event is in the "Children" group Mar 19 2026 Thu Lapsit Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Children Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Mar 19 2026 Thu Lapsit Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytimes Registration Required Event Details: Help your baby grow up to love books! Caregivers and little ones share stories, songs, and rhymes in this lapsit program. Introduce them to a lifetime of reading and language enjoyment. Disclaimer(s) Storytime Accompanying Adults This storytime works best if there is one child to one adult. Participation of caregivers with their child is important in order to help them learn while they are having fun.
This event is in the "Adult" group Mar 19 2026 Thu Knitting Circle 1:00pm–3:00pm Adult This event is in the "Adult" group Mar 19 2026 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 "Children" group Mar 19 2026 Thu Birds of Illinois 4:00pm–4:45pm Children Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Mar 19 2026 Thu Birds of Illinois 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 learn about the birds of our great state. Make your own binoculars, then go on a bird-watching adventure to find the Illinois birds nesting in the Youth Services Department.This program is made possible by the Flight Path grant. 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 "Adult" group Mar 19 2026 Thu Beyond the Page with Percival Everett 7:00pm–8:00pm Adult This event is in the "Adult" group Mar 19 2026 Thu Beyond the Page with Percival Everett 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/ILPPercivalEverett
