Upcoming Events

Celebrate Elvis Presley’s seismic impact on pop culture with historian Gary Wenstrup.

Register for this virtual program here: https://bit.ly/ILP_MichelleButeau

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.

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.

Join us for an informal discussion of Stanislaw Lem's classic Solaris. 

Register for this virtual program at https://bit.ly/ILP_JamesMcBride

Cher Ami and Major Whittlesey by Kathleen Rooney

Let’s dance! Salsa is a lively and vibrant Latin American dance style that has become one of the most popular dances in the world. Learn the basics of Salsa with Desueño Dance, and add a fun, healthy activity to your lifestyle.

Using a pre-printed canvas, create a fun and colorful painting. All materials will be provided, but please wear an apron or clothes you can get dirty. A non-alcoholic drink will be provided to enjoy while painting. 

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.  

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!

As the Russian invasion begins, a team of Ukrainian journalists trapped in the besieged city of Mariupol struggle to continue their work documenting the war's atrocities.

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.

The Lombard Historical Society will share stories about the Underground Railroad across Illinois through the perspective of Old Charley, a freedom seeker listed in Illinois historical records.

Register for this virtual program at https://bit.ly/ILP_AmyTan

Twice a year, Thomas Ford selects a book for the whole community to share. We offer free copies and host a book discussion. This winter we’re proud to share American Indian Stories by Zitkála-Šá.  

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.