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Mystery in the Library
2024-06-07 18:00:00 2024-06-07 20:45:00 America/Chicago Mystery in the Library There has been a crime in the library! Heart pounding, you head to safety to begin the investigation to solve the mystery. You must be going into 6th, 7th or 8th grade. Wood Dale Public Library - Library

Friday, June 07
6:00pm - 8:45pm

Add to Calendar 2024-06-07 18:00:00 2024-06-07 20:45:00 America/Chicago Mystery in the Library There has been a crime in the library! Heart pounding, you head to safety to begin the investigation to solve the mystery. You must be going into 6th, 7th or 8th grade. Wood Dale Public Library - Library

There has been a crime in the library! Heart pounding, you head to safety to begin the investigation to solve the mystery. You must be going into 6th, 7th or 8th grade.

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | Children's Program |

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Wood Dale Public Library
contact@wooddalelibrary.org
Phone: 630-766-6762
Hours
Mon, Feb 03 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Feb 04 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Feb 05 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Feb 06 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Feb 07 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Feb 08 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Feb 09 Closed
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About the branch

Reach. Explore. Achieve. Dream. 

Mission: All library district residents will have access to library materials and programs to encourage literacy and the joy of reading; to promote lifelong learning; and to experience a sense of community in a welcoming environment.

Upcoming events

Toddler Time
Wed, Feb 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Join us for this fun pre-reader storytime including books, songs and activities. Stay and play after the storytime ends. Recommended age: 0-4 years with a caregiver
STEAM Lab - Heart Challenge
Wed, Feb 05, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Let's learn and play with all things STEAM! In each session we will explore different topics that relate to science, technology, engineering, art or math. Recommended age: 6-11 years
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Feb 06, 11:00am - 11:45am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Join us for a Storytime for preschool age children and their caregivers! We will read books, sing songs, and work on fundamentals for early literacy. We’ll meet new friends and make a craft.
BOB 3rd Grade - Final Game
Thu, Feb 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
3rd Grade BOB Final Game
Traditional Chinese Medicine
Thu, Feb 06, 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Educator Yvonne Wolf explains the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine and introduces 10 most common roots and herbs such as such as ginger, ginseng, and licorice. Herbal tea tasting included.
This event is full
ECEC Storytime - AM - Ms. Graehling
Fri, Feb 07, 9:50am - 10:10am
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.
ECEC Storytime - AM - Ms. Markham-Gonzalez and Ms. Barton
Fri, Feb 07, 10:15am - 10:35am
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.
ECEC Storytime - PM - Ms. Graehling
Fri, Feb 07, 1:15pm - 1:35pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.
ECEC Storytime - PM - Ms. Markham-Gonzalez and Ms. Barton
Fri, Feb 07, 1:40pm - 2:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.
Family Valentine's Day Art Workshop
Fri, Feb 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Join us for some sweet fun! Spend time together while creating a work of art. Each person registered will go home with their own canvas. Recommended ages: 5-12 yrs with caregiver
This event is full
Valentine's Day Flower Arrangement
Fri, Feb 07, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Enjoy the colors of the season by making your own Valentine's Day floral arrangement. The program cost is $25 and is payable at the time of the event with cash or check made out to Peggy Garvin.
Registration is now closed
Teen Valentine's Day Craft
Sat, Feb 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Make a Valentine’s Day craft and hang out with your friends! This will be a drop in craft!
Yoga Adventure Jr.
Mon, Feb 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Come join us for a yoga adventure! We will experience a story through yoga poses and learn some relaxation strategies too. You may bring your own yoga mat/towel or use one of our mats.
Oakbrook Visit - 2nd Grade
Mon, Feb 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit Ms. Assenato's 2nd Grade class to talk about our databases.
Oakbrook Visit - 2nd Grade
Mon, Feb 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit Ms. Garcia's 2nd Grade class to talk about our databases.
BOB 4th Grade Game 3 - Shooting Stars vs. Crazy Coconuts vs. The Speedy
Mon, Feb 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
4th Grade BOB Game 3 - Shooting Stars vs. Crazy Coconuts vs. The Speedy
Love Stories and Cupcakes
Mon, Feb 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Come for an evening filled with stories of love and sweet delights. First course calorie-free stories! For dessert Frannie our Cupcake Lady will present a cupcake decorating workshop. Adults only.
This event is full
Adventures in Art
Tue, Feb 11, 11:00am - 11:45am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Join us on an adventure in art! In this class we will use our imagination and creativity to explore art together! Children will create a piece of art to display at home!
This event is full
Polish Storytime
Tue, Feb 11, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Enjoy this fun Storytime in Polish. Recommended age: 3-7 years
BOB 5th Grade Game 2 - BOB Jrs. vs. The Alphas
Tue, Feb 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
5th Grade BOB Game 2 - BOB Jrs. vs. The Alphas
Toddler Time
Wed, Feb 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Join us for this fun pre-reader storytime including books, songs and activities. Stay and play after the storytime ends. Recommended age: 0-4 years with a caregiver
This event is full
Wacky Wednesday
Wed, Feb 12, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Enjoy a craft or activity with your friends on early dismissal Wednesdays.
Registration opens Wednesday, February 12 2025 at 2:30pm
Teen Valentine's Day UV Resin
Wed, Feb 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Make a keychain or jewelry out of UV resin for Valentine’s Day!
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Feb 13, 11:00am - 11:45am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Join us for a Storytime for preschool age children and their caregivers! We will read books, sing songs, and work on fundamentals for early literacy. We’ll meet new friends and make a craft.
Westview Booktalks
Thu, Feb 13, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Ms. Meg will visit Westview for booktalks and book check out.
Westview School Visit-4th Grade
Thu, Feb 13, 2:15pm - 3:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit Ms. Isaacson's 4th grade class for a booktalk and book check out.
Around the World in 60 Minutes - Adult Virtual Reality
Thu, Feb 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
New venue Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Embark on a romantic virtual vacation just in time for Valentine’s Day!
This event is full
Around the World in 60 Minutes - Adult Virtual Reality
Thu, Feb 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Embark on a romantic virtual vacation just in time for Valentine’s Day!
Adult Crafting and Social Circle
Fri, Feb 14, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Join us for a monthly crafting circle where you can bring your materials, spend time working on your needlework, crocheting, quilting, knitting, etc., and socialize with other crafty people.
STEAM Tots - Winter Animals
Mon, Feb 17, 11:00am - 11:45am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Let’s learn and play with STEAM! In each session we will explore different topics that relate to science, technology, engineering, art or math geared toward the younger ones.
The Buddy Pet Loss Support Group
Mon, Feb 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room
Grieving the loss of a beloved pet? Join The Buddy Pet Loss Support Group facilitated by an LPC for a 5-week session. To register or for more information, call the facilitator at 630-464-9179.
BOB 4th Grade - Final Game
Mon, Feb 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
4th Grade BOB Final Game
Wood Carving Meetup
Mon, Feb 17, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Discover the joys of wood carving and join the North Suburban Carvers for their regular club meeting at the Library.
BOB 5th Grade Game 3 - The Alphas vs. BOB Jrs.
Tue, Feb 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
5th Grade BOB Game 3 - The Alphas vs. BOB Jrs.
Klub Książki - Polish Book Club
Tue, Feb 18, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Art Gallery Kafe - 127 Front St, Wood Dale
Klub Książki spotyka się w Art Gallery Kafe. Książki będą omawiane w języku polskim. Polish Book Club meets at the Art Gallery Kafe. Books will be discussed in the Polish Language.
Toddler Time
Wed, Feb 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Join us for this fun pre-reader storytime including books, songs and activities. Stay and play after the storytime ends. Recommended age: 0-4 years with a caregiver
Crafternoon - Sock Snowman
Wed, Feb 19, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Are you feeling crafty? Each session we will make a craft or piece of art that you’ll take home. Recommended age: 6-11 years
Monthly Board of Library Trustees Meeting
Wed, Feb 19, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room
Regular Board Meeting of the Board of Library Trustees of the Wood Dale Public Library District.
Book Club Express - The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah
Wed, Feb 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Target Starbucks, 401 W Irving Park Rd.
Meet at the Target Starbucks in Wood Dale to chat about popular books with this informal book group.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Feb 20, 11:00am - 11:45am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Join us for a Storytime for preschool age children and their caregivers! We will read books, sing songs, and work on fundamentals for early literacy. We’ll meet new friends and make a craft.
Family STEAM Night
Thu, Feb 20, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Try out some fun STEAM activities as a family. You are welcome to stay as long or as little as you would like. Registration is required. Recommended age: 5 yrs & up with a caregiver
Not Your Mother's Book Club - Annie Bot by Sierra Greer
Thu, Feb 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Join our romance book club where we'll read different romance genres. As long as it has a Happily Ever After, it’s fair game. Children are welcome to play or partake in an activity while we discuss.
Nonfiction Readers' Club - The Black Angels by Maria Smilios
Thu, Feb 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room
Join us for a discussion of "The Black Angels: The Untold Story of the Nurses Who Helped Cure Tuberculosis" by Maria Smilios.
ECEC Storytime - AM - Ms. Pubentz
Fri, Feb 21, 9:50am - 10:10am
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.
ECEC Storytime - AM - Ms. Hradek and Ms. Rodriguez
Fri, Feb 21, 10:15am - 10:35am
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.
ECEC Storytime- PM - Ms. Pubentz
Fri, Feb 21, 1:15pm - 1:35pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.
ECEC Storytime - PM - Ms. Hradek and Ms. Rodriguez
Fri, Feb 21, 1:40pm - 2:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.
Supported Storytime
Sat, Feb 22, 11:00am - 11:30am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
This accessible Storytime is designed for children with developmental disabilities with their caregiver. We will learn, play and connect through stories, and music.
Sensory Saturday!
Sat, Feb 22, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
This accessible play time is designed to provide an inclusive, supportive environment for children with disabilities and their families!
Yoga Adventure Jr.
Mon, Feb 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Come join us for a yoga adventure! We will experience a story through yoga poses and learn some relaxation strategies too. You may bring your own yoga mat/towel or use one of our mats.
The Buddy Pet Loss Support Group
Mon, Feb 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room
Grieving the loss of a beloved pet? Join The Buddy Pet Loss Support Group facilitated by an LPC for a 5-week session. To register or for more information, call the facilitator at 630-464-9179.
BOB 5th Grade - Final Game
Tue, Feb 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
5th Grade BOB Final Game
Wacky Wednesday
Wed, Feb 26, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Enjoy a craft or activity with your friends on early dismissal Wednesdays.
Registration opens Wednesday, February 26 2025 at 2:30pm
Family Arts & Crafts Night
Thu, Feb 27, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Come make some creative crafts as a family. You are welcome to stay as long or as little as you would like. Registration is required Recommended age: 5 years & up with a caregiver
Preschool Visit
Mon, Mar 03, 10:15am - 10:45am
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit the Wood Dale Park District 4 year old class
Preschool Visit
Mon, Mar 03, 10:50am - 11:20am
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit the Wood Dale Park District 3 year old class
STEAM Tots - Building
Mon, Mar 03, 11:00am - 11:45am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Let’s learn and play with STEAM! In each session we will explore different topics that relate to science, technology, engineering, art or math geared toward the younger ones.
Oakbrook Visit - 2nd Grade
Mon, Mar 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit Ms. Assenato's 2nd Grade class to do a Book Talk.
Oakbrook Visit - 2nd Grade
Mon, Mar 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit Ms. Garcia's 2nd Grade class to do a Book Talk.
The Buddy Pet Loss Support Group
Mon, Mar 03, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room
Grieving the loss of a beloved pet? Join The Buddy Pet Loss Support Group facilitated by an LPC for a 5-week session. To register or for more information, call the facilitator at 630-464-9179.
Wood Carving Meetup
Mon, Mar 03, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Discover the joys of wood carving and join the North Suburban Carvers for their regular club meeting at the Library.
Julia Child : A Portrayal
Mon, Mar 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Leslie Goddard will portray the legendary cookbook author, television star and champion of French cooking and discuss everything from her relationship with the husband to the mishaps on television.
Preschool Visit
Tue, Mar 04, 10:15am - 10:35am
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit the Wood Dale Park District 2 year old class
STEAM Lab - Electricity
Wed, Mar 05, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Let's learn and play with all things STEAM! In each session we will explore different topics that relate to science, technology, engineering, art or math. Recommended age: 6-11 years
Family Game Night
Thu, Mar 06, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Come play a favorite game or learn a new game as a family. You are welcome to stay as long or as little as you would like. Recommended age: 5 yrs & up with a caregiver
ECEC Storytime - AM - Ms. Graehling
Fri, Mar 07, 9:50am - 10:10am
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.
OB 1st Grade Class Visit
Fri, Mar 07, 10:00am - 11:15am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Welcome to Ms. Stanczyk and her 1st Grade Class. Parents please make sure your child brings their library card today!
ECEC Storytime - AM - Ms. Markham-Gonzalez and Ms. Barton
Fri, Mar 07, 10:15am - 10:35am
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.
ECEC Storytime - PM - Ms. Graehling
Fri, Mar 07, 1:15pm - 1:35pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.
ECEC Storytime - PM - Ms. Markham-Gonzalez and Ms. Barton
Fri, Mar 07, 1:40pm - 2:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.
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