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Board Rm: Library Board of Trustees

Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Board Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. The public is welcome.

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Board Room
Purpose of Meeting
Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. The public is welcome. ...
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Youth Services Summer 2024 Program Registration

All Day
Youth Services Department at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Clubs & Groups, Hands On, Music, Performers, STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Families
Event Details:

Youth Services Program Registration begins on Wednesday, May 29th at 9:30 a.m. Visit fordlibary.org and have your library card number ready as first preference is given to Weste

Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Children, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs & Groups, Hands On, Music, Performers, STEAM
Event Details:
Youth Services Program Registration begins on Wednesday, May 29th at 9:30 a.m. Visit fordlibary.org and have your library card number ready as first preference is given to Western Springs residents. ...
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Library Battle of the Books: Sign up

All Day 6/1 - 6/30
Thomas Ford Memorial Library at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Community Events
Age Group:
Teen & Tween
Event Details:

Registration begins June 1 - June 30 Competition: Wednesday, July 31, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., at Linda Sokol Francis Brookfield Library Grades 5-8  Join us for the fifth an

Required
Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Age Group: Teen & Tween
Program Type: Book Discussion, Community Events
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:
Registration begins June 1 - June 30 Competition: Wednesday, July 31, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., at Linda Sokol Francis Brookfield Library Grades 5-8  Join us for the fifth annual Library Battle of the Books between the La Grange, La Grange Park...
CSLP 2024 Adventure Begins at Your Library

Youth Services Summer Library Challenge: Adventure Begins at Your Library

All Day
Youth Services Department at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Clubs & Groups, Performers
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Monday, June 3 - Wednesday, July 31 Ages Birth - Grade 4 Sign up in person at the Youth Services desk to pick up your registration packet. We will be hosting exciting opportu

Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Clubs & Groups, Performers
Event Details:
Monday, June 3 - Wednesday, July 31 Ages Birth - Grade 4 Sign up in person at the Youth Services desk to pick up your registration packet. We will be hosting exciting opportunities for a summer of adventure and fun! Children can participate in ...
Pizza + Books + Jenga

Pizza and Books

Monday, June 3, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Community Events
Age Group:
Teen & Tween
Event Details:

Not sure where to start with your summer reading? Join us for pizza as we play book Jenga and share our favorite books!

Required
Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Teen & Tween
Program Type: Book Discussion, Community Events
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:
Not sure where to start with your summer reading? Join us for pizza as we play book Jenga and share our favorite books! ...

Dr. Temple Grandin: The Hidden Gifts of Visual Thinkers

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Programming at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Presentations
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Register for this virtual event at: bit.ly/ILP_TempleGrandin This event will be recorded and publicly available for 30 days after post-production. Join us for a special

Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Virtual Programming
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Presentations
Event Details:
Register for this virtual event at: bit.ly/ILP_TempleGrandin This event will be recorded and publicly available for 30 days after post-production. Join us for a special event with Dr. Temple Grandin, one of the world’s most accomplished an...
Colorful photo of yarn

Knitting Circle

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
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. 

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. 

Financial reports spread out across table with man in business suit pointing at report with pen in hand

Investment Discussion Group

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 7:15pm - 8:45pm
Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Clubs & Groups
Age Group:
Adult
Investment Discussion Group:

Local amateur investors meet to discuss trends in investing. For more information, contact George Rotter at gfrotter@yahoo.com.

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.

rainbow flag pencil topper

Crochet Rainbow Flag Pencil Topper

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community Events, Hands On
Age Group:
Teen & Tween
Event Details:

Come make a cute crochet rainbow flag pencil topper! Crochet experience is helpful but not necessary, beginners are welcome.  

Required
Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Teen & Tween
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Events, Hands On
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:
Come make a cute crochet rainbow flag pencil topper! Crochet experience is helpful but not necessary, beginners are welcome.   ...

Western Springs Writers' Society

Thursday, June 13, 2024 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

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. Questions ...
Colorful photo of yarn

Knitting Circle

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
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. 

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. 

teens at library

Teen Board

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Teen/Tween Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Clubs & Groups, Hands On, Library Boards
Age Group:
Teen & Tween
Event Details:

Teen Board can be a great way to earn volunteer hours! If you have ideas for how the library can better serve teens and tweens, come join us! The Teen Board implements programming

Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Teen/Tween Room
Age Group: Teen & Tween
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs & Groups, Hands On, Library Boards
Event Details:
Teen Board can be a great way to earn volunteer hours! If you have ideas for how the library can better serve teens and tweens, come join us! The Teen Board implements programming suggestions, recommends books, and gives input for ways to entice othe...
nintendo switch

Nintendo Switch Open Play

Friday, June 21, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Community Events, Hands On, STEAM
Age Group:
Teen & Tween
Event Details:

Join us for multiplayer fun! Participants will choose which games to play. Snacks will be provided.

Required
Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Teen & Tween
Program Type: Community Events, Hands On, STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:
Join us for multiplayer fun! Participants will choose which games to play. Snacks will be provided. ...
coke bottle terrarium

Coke Bottle Terrarium Kit

All Day
Teen/Tween Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Gardening, Hands On
Age Group:
Teen & Tween
Event Details:

Reuse and renew by making a terrarium from a 2 liter coke bottle! Available in the Teen Room while supplies last.

Required
Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Teen/Tween Room
Age Group: Teen & Tween
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gardening, Hands On
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:
Reuse and renew by making a terrarium from a 2 liter coke bottle! Available in the Teen Room while supplies last. ...

Board Rm: Library Board of Trustees

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Board Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. The public is welcome.

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Board Room
Purpose of Meeting
Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. The public is welcome. ...

Western Springs Writers' Society

Thursday, June 27, 2024 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

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. Questions ...
Reused Materials Boat Race

Reused Materials Boat Race

Monday, July 1, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Hands On, STEAM
Age Group:
Teen & Tween
Event Details:

Design your own boat made out of reused and recycled materials, then put it to the test in a race to see who's boat is the fastest! The winner will receive a prize.

Required
Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Teen & Tween
Program Type: Hands On, STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:
Design your own boat made out of reused and recycled materials, then put it to the test in a race to see who's boat is the fastest! The winner will receive a prize. ...

Closed: Holiday

All Day
Thomas Ford Memorial Library

Independence Day

Closing
Branches:
Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Description:
Independence Day ...
Financial reports spread out across table with man in business suit pointing at report with pen in hand

Investment Discussion Group

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 7:15pm - 8:45pm
Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Clubs & Groups
Age Group:
Adult
Investment Discussion Group:

Local amateur investors meet to discuss trends in investing. For more information, contact George Rotter at gfrotter@yahoo.com.

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.

tie dye pattern

Tie Dye: Reused & Renewed

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Hands On, STEAM
Age Group:
Teen & Tween
Event Details:

Reuse old clothes and update your style at the same time with tie dye! Bring a white cotton clothing item to reuse and we'll provide white tees as well. It'll be tie dye for!

Required
Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Teen & Tween
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hands On, STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:
Reuse old clothes and update your style at the same time with tie dye! Bring a white cotton clothing item to reuse and we'll provide white tees as well. It'll be tie dye for! ...
Colorful photo of yarn

Knitting Circle

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
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. 

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. 

Western Springs Writers' Society

Thursday, July 11, 2024 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

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. Questions ...
collage

Recycled Magazine Collage Kit

All Day
Teen/Tween Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Hands On, STEAM
Age Group:
Teen & Tween
Event Details:

Make new art out of old magazines! Each kit will include some magazines and other supplies to make a collage. Available in the Teen Room while supplies last.  

Required
Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Teen/Tween Room
Age Group: Teen & Tween
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hands On, STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:
Make new art out of old magazines! Each kit will include some magazines and other supplies to make a collage. Available in the Teen Room while supplies last.   ...
teens at library

Teen Board

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Teen/Tween Room at Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Clubs & Groups, Hands On, Library Boards
Age Group:
Teen & Tween
Event Details:

Teen Board can be a great way to earn volunteer hours! If you have ideas for how the library can better serve teens and tweens, come join us! The Teen Board implements programming

Library Branch: Thomas Ford Memorial Library
Room: Teen/Tween Room
Age Group: Teen & Tween
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs & Groups, Hands On, Library Boards
Event Details:
Teen Board can be a great way to earn volunteer hours! If you have ideas for how the library can better serve teens and tweens, come join us! The Teen Board implements programming suggestions, recommends books, and gives input for ways to entice othe...