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Check out Thomas Ford Library's renovations.
Thank you, Western Springs, for your support. Come see and use your newly-improved Library.
The Thomas Ford Memorial Library renovations are complete; come see the results. Among the many changes are a new space for teens and tweens, a new youth play space; Storytime Room, stroller parking and an updated circulation area. More study rooms have been added, as well as an increased number of work spaces for individuals and small groups. The restrooms have been updated and a family comfort room built. New lighting has been installed throughout the first floor. The public service desks have been replaced and repositioned to better help adults and children. Additionally, new paint and carpeting; new staff work spaces and offices, and new electrical floor boxes have refreshed and improved the facility. While working on renovations over the last six months, contractors also gave the entire building a checkup to find and fix minor problems.
Have a question or want more info? Call (708) 246-0520, click on http://fordlibrary.org or visit in person: the newly-improved Library is located at 800 Chestnut Street, Western Springs, IL 60558. Year-round Library hours are: Monday-Thursday, 9:30 AM-9 PM; Friday-Saturday, 9:30 AM-5 PM; Sunday, 1-5 PM.