This event is in the "Adult" group. Puzzle Swap All Day 1/20 - 1/26 Adult Services Department at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Community Events Age Group: Adult Event Details: Tired of completing the same puzzle? Swap out your gently used puzzle for a new-to-you challenge at the Reference Desk. This event is in the "Adult" group. Jan 20 - 26 2025 Puzzle Swap All Day 1/20 - 1/26 Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Adult Services Department Age Group: Adult Program Type: Community Events Event Details: Tired of completing the same puzzle? Swap out your gently used puzzle for a new-to-you challenge at the Reference Desk.
This event is in the "Children" group. Toddler Time (Tue @ 10) Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am Storytime Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Children Event Details: Toddler Time introduces early literacy skills that help build a foundation for reading. We keep children engaged with books, songs, and rhymes. Toddlers love to sing, dance, and li... Required This event is in the "Children" group. Jan 21 2025 Tue Toddler Time (Tue @ 10) 10:00am - 10:30am Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytimes Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Toddler Time introduces early literacy skills that help build a foundation for reading. We keep children engaged with books, songs, and rhymes. 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. Preschool Pals Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 1:00pm - 1:30pm Storytime Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Children Event Details: Children will hear stories, sing songs, and have fun with their friends. Preschool Pals highlights early literacy skills that help prepare children for learning to read when they s... Required This event is in the "Children" group. Jan 21 2025 Tue Preschool Pals 1:00pm - 1:30pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytimes Required Seats Remaining: 1 Event Details: Children will hear stories, sing songs, and have fun with their friends. Preschool Pals highlights early literacy skills that help prepare children for learning to read when they start school. 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. Lapsit Storytime (Wed) Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am Storytime Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Children Event Details: In Lapsit storytime, we help your baby grow up to love books! We share stories, songs, and rhymes and introduce early literacy skills that work towards developing a lifetime love o... Required This event is in the "Children" group. Jan 22 2025 Wed Lapsit Storytime (Wed) 10:00am - 10:30am Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytimes Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: In Lapsit storytime, we help your baby grow up to love books! We share stories, songs, and rhymes and introduce early literacy skills that work towards developing a lifetime love 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. The History of Elvis Presley Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Presentations Age Group: Adult Event Details: Celebrate Elvis Presley’s seismic impact on pop culture with historian Gary Wenstrup. Using music and media clips, Gary will explore how Elvis’ music, voice, and charisma made him ... Required This event is in the "Adult" group. Jan 22 2025 Wed The History of Elvis Presley 7:00pm - 8:00pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Presentations Required Seats Remaining: 26 Event Details: Celebrate Elvis Presley’s seismic impact on pop culture with historian Gary Wenstrup.
This event is in the "Children" group. Lapsit Storytime (Thu) Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am Storytime Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Children Event Details: In Lapsit storytime, we help your baby grow up to love books! We share stories, songs, and rhymes and introduce early literacy skills that work towards developing a lifetime love o... Required This event is in the "Children" group. Jan 23 2025 Thu Lapsit Storytime (Thu) 10:00am - 10:30am Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytimes Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: In Lapsit storytime, we help your baby grow up to love books! We share stories, songs, and rhymes and introduce early literacy skills that work towards developing a lifetime love 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. Lego Family Night Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Hands On, STEAM Age Group: Children, Families Event Details: Families of LEGO enthusiasts are invited to join us each month to practice and learn LEGO building techniques. Using teamwork and your imagination, build a creation that will be on... Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Jan 23 2025 Thu Lego Family Night 6:00pm - 7:00pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Children, Families Program Type: Hands On, STEAM Required Seats Remaining: 9 Event Details: Families of LEGO enthusiasts are invited to join us each month to practice and learn LEGO building techniques. Using teamwork and your imagination, build a creation that will be on display in the Youth Services Department for one month.
This event is in the "Adult" group. Love and Laughs with Michelle Buteau Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Virtual Programming at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Illinois Libraries Present, Presentations Age Group: Adult Event Details: Register for this virtual program here: https://bit.ly/ILP_MichelleButeauStart the new year off right by laughing along with award-winning comedian and actress Michelle Buteau, kno... This event is in the "Adult" group. Jan 23 2025 Thu Love and Laughs with Michelle Buteau 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 program here: https://bit.ly/ILP_MichelleButeau
This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. Western Springs Writers' Society Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Board Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Clubs & Groups Age Group: Teen & Tween, Adult 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 car... This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. Jan 23 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 "Children" group. Lapsit Storytime (Fri) Friday, January 24, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am Storytime Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Children Event Details: In Lapsit storytime, we help your baby grow up to love books! We share stories, songs, and rhymes and introduce early literacy skills that work towards developing a lifetime love o... Required This event is in the "Children" group. Jan 24 2025 Fri Lapsit Storytime (Fri) 10:00am - 10:30am Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytimes Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: In Lapsit storytime, we help your baby grow up to love books! We share stories, songs, and rhymes and introduce early literacy skills that work towards developing a lifetime love 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 "Teen & Tween" group. Just Dance Competition Friday, January 24, 2025 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Hands On, Music, Technology Age Group: Teen & Tween Event Details: So you think you can dance? Show off your moves at our Just Dance competition! Winner gets a gift card. Snacks provided. Required This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group. Jan 24 2025 Fri Just Dance Competition 3:45pm - 4:45pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Teen & Tween Program Type: Hands On, Music, Technology Required Seats Remaining: 1 Event Details: So you think you can dance? Show off your moves at our Just Dance competition! Winner gets a gift card. Snacks provided.
This event is in the "Children" group. Toddler Time (Mon @ 10) Monday, January 27, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am Storytime Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Children Event Details: Toddler Time introduces early literacy skills that help build a foundation for reading. We keep children engaged with books, songs, and rhymes. Toddlers love to sing, dance, and li... Required This event is in the "Children" group. Jan 27 2025 Mon Toddler Time (Mon @ 10) 10:00am - 10:30am Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytimes Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Toddler Time introduces early literacy skills that help build a foundation for reading. We keep children engaged with books, songs, and rhymes. Toddlers love to sing, 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. Toddler Time (Mon @ 11) Monday, January 27, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am Storytime Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Children Event Details: Toddler Time introduces early literacy skills that help build a foundation for reading. We keep children engaged with books, songs, and rhymes. Toddlers love to sing, dance, and li... Required This event is in the "Children" group. Jan 27 2025 Mon Toddler Time (Mon @ 11) 11:00am - 11:30am Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytimes Required Seats Remaining: 4 Event Details: Toddler Time introduces early literacy skills that help build a foundation for reading. We keep children engaged with books, songs, and rhymes. Toddlers love to sing, 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 "Teen & Tween" group. Winter Shower Steamers Monday, January 27, 2025 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hands On, STEAM Age Group: Teen & Tween Event Details: Breathe deeply and ease tension with these handmade therapeutic shower steamers shaped liked snowflakes! Required This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group. Jan 27 2025 Mon Winter Shower Steamers 3:45pm - 4:45pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Teen & Tween Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hands On, STEAM Required Seats Remaining: 5 Event Details: Breathe deeply and ease tension with these handmade therapeutic shower steamers shaped liked snowflakes!
This event is in the "Adult" group. The Monday Murder Club: The Talented Mr. Ripley Monday, January 27, 2025 at 7:30pm - 8:45pm Board Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Book Discussion Age Group: Adult Event Details: Join us for the first meeting of the Monday Murder Club, our new book discussion group devoted exclusively to mysteries. The club will meet quarterly on the last Mondays of January... This event is in the "Adult" group. Jan 27 2025 Mon The Monday Murder Club: The Talented Mr. Ripley 7:30pm - 8:45pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Board Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Book Discussion Event Details: Join us for the first meeting of the Monday Murder Club, our new book discussion group devoted exclusively to mysteries. The club will meet quarterly on the last Mondays of January, April, July, & October.
This event is in the "Adult" group. Spice of the Month: Cayenne All Day Adult Services Department at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hands On Age Group: Adult 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! Each kit will come with the necessary spice, a reci... This event is in the "Adult" group. Jan 28 2025 Tue Spice of the Month: Cayenne 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 "Children" group. Toddler Time (Tue @ 10) Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am Storytime Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Children Event Details: Toddler Time introduces early literacy skills that help build a foundation for reading. We keep children engaged with books, songs, and rhymes. Toddlers love to sing, dance, and li... Required This event is in the "Children" group. Jan 28 2025 Tue Toddler Time (Tue @ 10) 10:00am - 10:30am Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytimes Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Toddler Time introduces early literacy skills that help build a foundation for reading. We keep children engaged with books, songs, and rhymes. 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. Preschool Pals Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 1:00pm - 1:30pm Storytime Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Children Event Details: Children will hear stories, sing songs, and have fun with their friends. Preschool Pals highlights early literacy skills that help prepare children for learning to read when they s... Required This event is in the "Children" group. Jan 28 2025 Tue Preschool Pals 1:00pm - 1:30pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytimes Required Seats Remaining: 1 Event Details: Children will hear stories, sing songs, and have fun with their friends. Preschool Pals highlights early literacy skills that help prepare children for learning to read when they start school. 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. This event is in the "Families" group. Family Fun Magic Show Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Performers Age Group: Children, Families Event Details: Trent James adds a fresh spin on an art form that’s been around for centuries. You won’t find him pulling rabbits out of top hats or a dramatic spotlight forcing the audience to ta... Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Jan 28 2025 Tue Family Fun Magic Show 4:30pm - 5:15pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Children, Families Program Type: Performers Required Seats Remaining: 1 Event Details: Trent James adds a fresh spin on an art form that’s been around for centuries. You won’t find him pulling rabbits out of top hats or a dramatic spotlight forcing the audience to take him seriously.
Board Rm: Library Board of Trustees Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:45pm Board Room at 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. Jan 28 2025 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 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 "Children" group. Lapsit Storytime (Wed) Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am Storytime Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Children Event Details: In Lapsit storytime, we help your baby grow up to love books! We share stories, songs, and rhymes and introduce early literacy skills that work towards developing a lifetime love o... Required This event is in the "Children" group. Jan 29 2025 Wed Lapsit Storytime (Wed) 10:00am - 10:30am Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytimes Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: In Lapsit storytime, we help your baby grow up to love books! We share stories, songs, and rhymes and introduce early literacy skills that work towards developing a lifetime love 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. History of Coffee Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Presentations Age Group: Adult Event Details: Join us for a tasty and informative program about the history and science of coffee with Brian Moskalik, owner and roaster of Krema Coffee House. Learn about regional differences, ... Required This event is in the "Adult" group. Jan 29 2025 Wed History of Coffee 7:00pm - 8:30pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Presentations Required Seats Remaining: 25 Event Details: Join us for a tasty and informative program about the history and science of coffee with Brian Moskalik, owner and roaster of Krema Coffee House.
This event is in the "Children" group. Lapsit Storytime (Thu) Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am Storytime Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Children Event Details: In Lapsit storytime, we help your baby grow up to love books! We share stories, songs, and rhymes and introduce early literacy skills that work towards developing a lifetime love o... Required This event is in the "Children" group. Jan 30 2025 Thu Lapsit Storytime (Thu) 10:00am - 10:30am Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytimes Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: In Lapsit storytime, we help your baby grow up to love books! We share stories, songs, and rhymes and introduce early literacy skills that work towards developing a lifetime love 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. Knitting Circle Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Board Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs & Groups Age Group: Adult Knitting Circle: No charge, no registration: all knitters and crafters are welcome for conversation and inspiration. This event is in the "Adult" group. Jan 30 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.
