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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Apr
6
2026
Mon
Library Branch:
Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room:
Storytime Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Apr
7
2026
Tue
Library Branch:
Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room:
Storytime Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Apr
8
2026
Wed
Library Branch:
Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room:
Storytime Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Apr
9
2026
Thu
Library Branch:
Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room:
Storytime Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Apr
10
2026
Fri
Library Branch:
Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room:
Storytime Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Apr
6
2026
Mon
Library Branch:
Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room:
Storytime Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Apr
7
2026
Tue
Library Branch:
Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room:
Storytime Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes
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.
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This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group
This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group
Apr
8
2026
Wed
Library Branch:
Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room:
Program Room
Age Group:
Teen & Tween
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Hands On
Event Details:
Add some springtime color and sparkle outside your window with a handmade beaded windchime. Snacks will be provided.
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This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
Apr
8
2026
Wed
Classroom Kitchen: Pasta e Dolce
Library Branch:
Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room:
Virtual Programming
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Classroom Kitchen,
Presentations
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.
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This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
Apr
9
2026
Thu
Film Discussion: One Battle After Another (2025)
Library Branch:
Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room:
Program Room
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Movies
Event Details:
When their evil enemy resurfaces after 16 years, a group of ex-revolutionaries reunite to rescue the daughter of one of their own.
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This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
Apr
8
2026
Wed
Library Branch:
Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room:
Program Room
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Community Events
Event Details:
Enjoy the classic game of bingo with bookish prizes, including advanced reader copies of upcoming titles! Light refreshments will be provided.
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This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
Apr
9
2026
Thu
Western Springs Writers' Society
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.
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