Name: Back to School Care Packages
Start: 2026-08-14T09:30:00-05:00
Location: Thomas Ford Memorial Library

Thomas Ford Memorial Library

Teens &amp; Tweens: It's time to head back to school! We've got you covered with goodies to guarantee a great first week. Available in the Teen/Tween Room. While supplies last.

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Cook County

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Western Springs

Illinois

 Back to School Care Packages

Teens & Tweens: It's time to head back to school! We've got you covered with goodies to guarantee a great first week. Available...

Western Springs Baptist Church

Western Spring Baptist Church (WSBC), also known as The Village Church, announced July 19th that the Reverend Dr. John Palmieri has been called to the position of Senior Pastor. After prayerfully seeking God’s will, conducting a comprehensive search process, and receiving an affirmative vote of its membership, WSBC is delighted that Dr. Palmieri and his wife Christine will officially join the church effective July 16, 2026. A welcome reception will be held for Dr. and Mrs. Palmieri following the 10am service on July 26, 2026. All are welcome to attend and meet our new senior pastor, as well as learn about opportunities to engage and grow with our community at WSBC.

Local Event: Welcome Pastor John and Chris Palmieri

Welcome Pastor John and Chris Palmieri

Western Spring Baptist Church (WSBC), also known as The Village Church, announced July 19th that the Reverend Dr. John Palmieri...

St John's Lutheran Church

St. John's Vacation Bible School&nbsp;505 South Park Road (47th and Brainard), LaGrange 60525For ages 3 through 6th GradeThere is no fee to attend Call 708.354.1690www.SJLagrange.comStories, Songs, Games, Crafts, and more!

Local Event: St/ John's Vacation Bible School

La Grange

St/ John's Vacation Bible School

St. John's Vacation Bible School 505 South Park Road (47th and Brainard), LaGrange 60525For ages 3 through 6th GradeThere is no...

Library book clubs are open to anyone who enjoys good books! Extra copies of the books are made available at the Library one month before the discussion.&nbsp;Beast in View by Margaret Millar

Local Event: Monday Murder Club: Beast in View

Monday Murder Club: Beast in View

Library book clubs are open to anyone who enjoys good books! Extra copies of the books are made available at the Library one...

You don't have to drive all the way to California to enjoy Route 66 during its 100th anniversary year! Join Illinois traveler John Kokoris to explore the cool towns, great food, interesting history, and quirky roadside attractions that line the Mother Road from here to The Lou.

Local Event: Route 66: From Chicago to St. Louis

Route 66: From Chicago to St. Louis

You don't have to drive all the way to California to enjoy Route 66 during its 100th anniversary year! Join Illinois traveler...

Grades 5-8: Join us for the seventh annual Library Battle of the Books between the La Grange, La Grange Park, Linda Sokol Francis Brookfield and Thomas Ford Memorial libraries. Register at your preferred library and we will place you in a team of 5. If you want to make sure you’re placed in a team with friends, include a team name in parentheses after your name. Register, read the books listed below before July 29, then compete against your peers!
Books:&nbsp;
The Trouble With Heroes by Kate Messner
How to Free a Jinn by Raidah Shah Idil
A World Without Summer by Nicholas Day
Blood City Rollers by Veronica Park Anderson

Local Event: Library Battle of the Books Competition

Library Battle of the Books Competition

Grades 5-8: Join us for the seventh annual Library Battle of the Books between the La Grange, La Grange Park, Linda Sokol...

The Library is partnering with the Village of Western Springs to provide residents with the opportunity to meet with a social worker to access resources supporting:
<ul><li>Mental health issues</li><li>Support for older adults</li><li>Youth-related challenges</li><li>Other social and emotional difficulties</li></ul>
This is a monthly drop-in program that aims to positively impact individuals and families within our community and is completely confidential.

Local Event: Social Worker at the Library

Social Worker at the Library

The Library is partnering with the Village of Western Springs to provide residents with the opportunity to meet with a social...

Tower Green

Join the Library for storytime on the Tower Lawn. In the event of rain or inclement weather, storytime will be cancelled.

Local Event: French Market Storytimes (off-site, drop-in)

French Market Storytimes (off-site, drop-in)

Join the Library for storytime on the Tower Lawn. In the event of rain or inclement weather, storytime will be cancelled.

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St. John's Lutheran School

St. John's Lutheran Church and School 505 South Park Road, LaGrange (47th and Brainard Avenue)Open House - Full Day Kindergarten; Full Day and Part-time Preschool Programs Meet the teachersThursday, July 30, from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pmCall to schedule a private tour:&nbsp; 708.354.1690www.SJLagrange.combefore and after school extended carecomprehensive curriculummusic program; library; fenced playground; full-size gymfaith-based environment

Local Event: Preschool & Kindergarten Open House

Preschool & Kindergarten Open House

St. John's Lutheran Church and School 505 South Park Road, LaGrange (47th and Brainard Avenue)Open House - Full Day...

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