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 Jun 30 2025 Mon The History of Sherlock Holmes 7:00pm–8:30pm Adult Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Jun 30 2025 Mon The History of Sherlock Holmes 7:00pm–8:30pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Presentations, Village Read Registration Required Event Details: Learn the true story of Sherlock Holmes, presented by British ex-pat John Gowing. Sherlock Holmes has captured the imagination of readers all over the world since his creation by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Families" group Jul 1 2025 Tue Under the Stars 10:30am–11:15am Children, Families Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Families" group Jul 1 2025 Tue Under the Stars 10:30am–11:15am Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Children, Families Program Type: Performers Registration Required Event Details: Join Spark the Firefly and her friends for a summer night in Firefly Grove. Gather around the campfire to sing songs, listen to stories and watch the stars.
This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group Jul 2 2025 Wed Pokeball Pillow Kit All Day Teen & Tween This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group Jul 2 2025 Wed Pokeball Pillow Kit All Day Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Teen/Tween Room Age Group: Teen & Tween Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hands On, Summer Reading Event Details: Sew your own plush felt Pokeball! No sewing experience necessary. Available in the Teen/Tween Room, while supplies last.
This event is in the "Adult" group Jul 3 2025 Thu Knitting Circle 1:00pm–3:00pm Adult This event is in the "Adult" group Jul 3 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.
Jul 4 2025 Fri Closed: Holiday All Day Closing Jul 4 2025 Fri Closing Closed: Holiday All Day Branches: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Description: Closed for Independence Day
This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group Jul 7 2025 Mon DIY Chocolates 3:45pm–4:45pm Teen & Tween Registration Required This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group Jul 7 2025 Mon DIY Chocolates 3:45pm–4:45pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Teen & Tween Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hands On Registration Required Event Details: Become amateur chocolatiers with us! Make your own sweet confections with a variety of mix-ins and types of chocolate.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Families" group Jul 8 2025 Tue Play with Rigamajig 2:00pm–2:45pm Children, Families Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Families" group Jul 8 2025 Tue Play with Rigamajig 2:00pm–2:45pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Children, Families Program Type: Hands On, STEAM, Summer Reading Registration Required Event Details: Come explore and play with our Rigamajig set. Find your building calling, challenge yourself and be creative through this collaborative hands-on play! 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 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 "Children" group Jul 9 2025 Wed Read & Create: Ursula Upside Down 10:00am–10:45am Children Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jul 9 2025 Wed Read & Create: Ursula Upside Down 10:00am–10:45am Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Discussion, Hands On Registration Required Event Details: Come and listen to Corey Tabor’s Ursula Upside Down. We will then create a paper plate fish 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 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 "Children" group Jul 14 2025 Mon Toddler Time (Mon @ 10 a.m.) 10:00am–10:30am Children Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jul 14 2025 Mon Toddler Time (Mon @ 10 a.m.) 10:00am–10:30am Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytimes Registration Required Event Details: Please let us know in the special notes field if you are going to bring along a sibling for this storytime. 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 Jul 14 2025 Mon Toddler Time (Mon @ 11 a.m.) 11:00am–11:30am Children Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jul 14 2025 Mon Toddler Time (Mon @ 11 a.m.) 11:00am–11:30am Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytimes Registration Required Event Details: Please let us know in the special notes field if you are going to bring along a sibling for this storytime. 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 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 "Children" group Jul 15 2025 Tue Toddler Time 10:00am–10:30am Children Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jul 15 2025 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: Please let us know in the special notes field if you are going to bring along a sibling for this storytime. 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 Jul 15 2025 Tue Preschool Pals 1:00pm–1:30pm Children Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jul 15 2025 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 Jul 16 2025 Wed Lapsit Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Children Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jul 16 2025 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: Please let us know in the special notes field if you are going to bring along a sibling for this storytime. 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 Jul 16 2025 Wed Picture Book Club 4:00pm–4:45pm Children Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jul 16 2025 Wed Picture Book Club 4:00pm–4:45pm Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Discussion, Clubs & Groups, Hands On Registration Required Event Details: Come explore the world of picture books by joining our new book club! Each meeting will focus on a different character, author, or picture book series. We will read stories, play games, and finish with a craft. 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 Jul 16 2025 Wed Oz: A Magical Murder Mystery 6:30pm–8:30pm Adult Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Jul 16 2025 Wed 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 "Children" group Jul 17 2025 Thu Lapsit Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Children Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jul 17 2025 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: Please let us know in the special notes field if you are going to bring along a sibling for this storytime. 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 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.
