Name: Author Storytime
Start: 2026-07-15T18:00:00-05:00
Location: Thomas Ford Memorial Library

Thomas Ford Memorial Library

Families: Meet author Suzanne Sherman as she reads her new book, Shell Seeker: The Life, Work and Adventures of a Blind Biologist, which tells the inspiring story of a remarkable scientist. The reading will be followed by observations using real seashells and a fun science craft. Books will be available for purchase and signing after the reading.

Local Event: Author Storytime

Cook County

David Giuliani

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Western Springs

Illinois

Author Storytime

Families: Meet author Suzanne Sherman as she reads her new book, Shell Seeker: The Life, Work and Adventures of a Blind...

2nd-4th graders:&nbsp;Get ready for the 4th of July! Join us as we read the Caldecott Medal winning book Fireworks by Matthew Burgess and do a fireworks craft to take home.

Local Event: CRAFTernoon: Fireworks!

CRAFTernoon: Fireworks!

2nd-4th graders: Get ready for the 4th of July! Join us as we read the Caldecott Medal winning book Fireworks by Matthew...

Teens and Tweens: Join us for bookish talk and dessert! The theme of this month’s book celebrates the 250th anniversary of the United States. Copies of the book are available one month before the discussion at the&nbsp;Circulation Desk.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Book: Rebellion 1776&nbsp;&nbsp;by Laurie Halse Anderson

Local Event: Tween Book Club

Tween Book Club

Teens and Tweens: Join us for bookish talk and dessert! The theme of this month’s book celebrates the 250th anniversary of the...

Walker Recreation Center

Celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the United States with a festive evening featuring a Family Fun Area and various food vendors. The event is free to attend, though paid parking passes are required and go on sale starting June 1 through the Pleasantdale Park District.&nbsp;

Local Event: 3rd of July Fireworks

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3rd of July Fireworks

Celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the United States with a festive evening featuring a Family Fun Area and various food...

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Join the community for a festive day of patriotism and family fun featuring an annual parade and celebration. Experience an afternoon filled with an arts and craft fair, delicious food vendors, and kids activities at Burlington Park.

Local Event: Hinsdale's 4th of July Parade and “4th for All” Celebration

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Hinsdale's 4th of July Parade and “4th for All”...

Join the community for a festive day of patriotism and family fun featuring an annual parade and celebration. Experience an...

Hinsdale's 4th of July Parade and “4th for All” Celebration

Children: Come to the Youth Services Department to pick up a bag with a craft inside! Crafts are left over from previous programs and are available while supplies last. Which craft will you take home?

Local Event: Mystery Craft Kits

Mystery Craft Kits

Children: Come to the Youth Services Department to pick up a bag with a craft inside! Crafts are left over from previous...

Join Lindsey Daehnke, Founder and Lead Instructor at Strictly Self Defense, as she teaches simple self-defense techniques and personal safety strategies for seniors. Lindsey will discuss effective strikes and escapes, how to create a personal safety plan, and common safety myths. Attendees must sign an electronic waiver to participate.
NOTE: You must register with a valid email address in order to receive the electronic waiver. If you do not receive your registration email, please check your SPAM folder or reach out to the library at <a href="mailto:info@fordlibrary.org">info@fordlibrary.org</a> to have the link resent.
Lindsey Daehnke is the Founder of Strictly Self Defense and offers Trauma Informed Self Defense Workshops throughout Chicagoland. &nbsp;She has been training in the martial arts for more than 26 years. She is a Third Degree Blackbelt in Tang Soo Do and a First Degree Blackbelt in Hapkido. Additionally, Lindsey is trained as a Medical Advocate for Survivors of Sexual Assault. To learn more about Strictly Self Defense, please visit <a href="https://linktr.ee/strictlyselfdefense" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://linktr.ee/strictlyselfdefense</a>.&nbsp;

Local Event: Self Defense for Seniors

Self Defense for Seniors

Join Lindsey Daehnke, Founder and Lead Instructor at Strictly Self Defense, as she teaches simple self-defense techniques and...

Join Lindsey Daehnke, Founder and Lead Instructor at Strictly Self Defense, as she teaches simple self-defense techniques and personal safety strategies for seniors. Lindsey will discuss effective strikes and escapes, how to create a personal safety plan, and common safety myths. Attendees must sign an electronic waiver to participate.
NOTE: You must register with a valid email address in order to receive the electronic waiver. If you do not receive your registration email, please check your SPAM folder or reach out to the library at <a href="mailto:info@fordlibrary.org">info@fordlibrary.org</a> to have the link resent.
Lindsey Daehnke is the Founder of Strictly Self Defense and offers Trauma Informed Self Defense Workshops throughout Chicagoland. &nbsp;She has been training in the martial arts for more than 26 years. She is a Third Degree Blackbelt in Tang Soo Do and a First Degree Blackbelt in Hapkido. Additionally, Lindsey is trained as a Medical Advocate for Survivors of Sexual Assault.
To learn more about Strictly Self Defense, please visit <a href="https://linktr.ee/strictlyselfdefense" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://linktr.ee/strictlyselfdefense</a>.&nbsp;

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St. John's Lutheran Church and School Vacation Bible School!It's Free!&nbsp; For Ages 3 through 6th Grade!Stories, Songs, Crafts, Games, Snacks, and more!To Register, click the QR Code on the attached flyer.

Local Event: St. John's Vacation Bible Shool!

St. John's Vacation Bible Shool!

St. John's Lutheran Church and School Vacation Bible School!It's Free!  For Ages 3 through 6th Grade!Stories, Songs, Crafts,...

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