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Scales and Tales Traveling Zoo

Family Entertainment Night

2024-06-20 18:30:00 2024-06-20 19:30:00 America/Chicago Scales and Tales Traveling Zoo Join us to meet and learn about sloths, anteaters, macaws, barn owls, bullfrogs dancing ferrets and more. This live animal presentation is sure to wow the entire family. Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

Thursday, June 20
6:30pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2024-06-20 18:30:00 2024-06-20 19:30:00 America/Chicago Scales and Tales Traveling Zoo Join us to meet and learn about sloths, anteaters, macaws, barn owls, bullfrogs dancing ferrets and more. This live animal presentation is sure to wow the entire family. Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

Wood Dale Public Library

Activity Room 1 & 2

Join us to meet and learn about sloths, anteaters, macaws, barn owls, bullfrogs dancing ferrets and more. This live animal presentation is sure to wow the entire family.

Please sign up children only (limit 50) Adults can still attend.

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Family Events |

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Wood Dale Public Library

contact@wooddalelibrary.org
Phone: 630-766-6762

Hours
Mon, Sep 01 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Sep 02 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Sep 03 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Sep 04 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Sep 05 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Sep 06 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Sep 07 Closed

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

Tue, Sep 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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. Registration is required.

Tue, Sep 02, 6:30pm - 8:55pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Free English Language Acquisition (ELA) classes develop your conversation, listening and speaking, reading and writing skills.
This event is full

Wed, Sep 03, 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.

Thu, Sep 04, 11:00am - 11:45am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Celebrate Grandparent’s Day with cupcake decorating! Even if grandparents cannot attend in person, this is a chance to create sweet memories and beautiful treats to share!

Thu, Sep 04, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Celebrate Grandparent’s Day with cupcake decorating! Even if grandparents cannot attend in person, this is a chance to create sweet memories and beautiful treats to share!

Thu, Sep 04, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lynfred Winery
Meet us at the Lynfred Winery in Roselle to enjoy a tour and wine tasting with the Library. Transportation is not provided. Must be 21+. ID's required. Address: 15 S Roselle Rd, Roselle, IL 60172
This event is full

Thu, Sep 04, 6:30pm - 8:55pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Free English Language Acquisition (ELA) classes develop your conversation, listening and speaking, reading and writing skills.
This event is full

Mon, Sep 08, 11:00am - 11:45am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Let’s learn and play with STEAM! Each session will explore different topics that relate to science, technology, engineering, art or math geared toward the younger ones.

Mon, Sep 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Learn the basics of how to sew by hand! You can even start your own project.

Mon, Sep 08, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Drop in and discover a new hobby with the North Suburban Carvers! Join the learning and carving session—no experience needed.

Tue, Sep 09, 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!

Tue, Sep 09, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Enjoy this fun storytime in Polish. Stay and play when the storytime is finished.

Tue, Sep 09, 6:30pm - 8:55pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Free English Language Acquisition (ELA) classes develop your conversation, listening and speaking, reading and writing skills.
This event is full

Wed, Sep 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Join us for this fun, interactive, pre-reader storytime including books, songs and activities that encourage toddlers to develop language and social skills.

Wed, Sep 10, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Enjoy a craft, activity, and snack with your friends on early dismissal Wednesdays.

Wed, Sep 10, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will attend the PTO Picnic at Oakbrook Elementary.

Wed, Sep 10, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Peggy Garvin will show you how to make a vibrant Fall arrangement. The cost for supplies is $30.

Thu, Sep 11, 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.

Thu, Sep 11, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Get ready to go on an underwater adventure! Learn about and virtually visit the deep sea, then enjoy some related crafts and activities.

Thu, Sep 11, 6:30pm - 8:55pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Free English Language Acquisition (ELA) classes develop your conversation, listening and speaking, reading and writing skills.
This event is full

Fri, Sep 12, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library
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.

Fri, Sep 12, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
A crotchety old professor and his wife spend their summer together on a lake in New England while their daughter visits. MPAA rating: PG. Please note, the run time for this movie is 105 minutes.

Sat, Sep 13, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Come and play with STEAM! Join us for this open play with all things STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) related. There will be something for everyone!

Sat, Sep 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Outdoor Patio
Bring in a plant cutting and pick up new plants to add to your collection!

Sun, Sep 14, 10:00am - 5:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library
Wood Dale Library patrons can experience the famous CAC River Cruise. This tour involves a moderate amount of walking and steep stairs. There is no charge to participate.

Mon, Sep 15, All day
Wood Dale Public Library
Spice up your life every other month with a take & make spice kit. Each kit will contain information about the spice, recipes, book recommendations, and a packet of the spice. One per household.

Mon, Sep 15, All day
Wood Dale Public Library
Learn to make traditional Polish Apple Cake - Szarlotka. Pick up a bag of supplies and follow along with the provided recipe. One per household. WDPL cardholders.
This event is full

Mon, Sep 15, All day
Wood Dale Public Library
Create an adorable witchy pumpkin decoration for the fall. Pick up your supplies, then follow along with the instructions provided. WDPL cardholders only. One per household.

Mon, Sep 15, 11:00am - 11:30am
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.

Mon, Sep 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
La Michoacana
Help us kickoff Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations at Wood Dale's family owned La Michoacana Supreme! Ice cream will be provided by the Wood Dale Public Library for each child that attends.

Tue, Sep 16, 11:00am - 11:45am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Let’s Fiesta! Join us as we read, dance and play games together. We will end our afternoon with a piñata! Red, white, and green is our theme. Dress up is encouraged but not required.

Tue, Sep 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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.

Tue, Sep 16, 6:30pm - 8:55pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Free English Language Acquisition (ELA) classes develop your conversation, listening and speaking, reading and writing skills.
This event is full

Wed, Sep 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Join us for this fun, interactive, pre-reader storytime including books, songs and activities that encourage toddlers to develop language and social skills.

Wed, Sep 17, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Join us for a crafty good time! We will decorate our favorite initials using different craft supplies. When registering, please make sure to choose which letter you would like.

Wed, Sep 17, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Adult Computer Lab
Get started with excel by learning how to enter data, format cells, and navigate worksheets.

Wed, Sep 17, 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.

Wed, Sep 17, 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.

Thu, Sep 18, 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.

Thu, Sep 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Join us for a special screening of Disney's Encanto! Sing along, enjoy delicious snacks, and make exciting crafts that celebrate Colombian culture.

Thu, Sep 18, 6:30pm - 8:55pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Free English Language Acquisition (ELA) classes develop your conversation, listening and speaking, reading and writing skills.
This event is full

Thu, Sep 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room
Join other nonfiction enthusiasts for engaging discussions about history, science, memoirs and everything in between!

Fri, Sep 19, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Did you know one blood donation can potentially save up to three lives? Join our community and the Red Cross in making a difference by donating blood!

Sat, Sep 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Come use old magazines and comic books to make your own coaster!

Sat, Sep 20, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Adult Computer Lab
Get comfortable using a computer by learning essential keyboard and mouse skills, navigating the desktop, and exploring basic programs and internet use.

Sat, Sep 20, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Celebrate Oktoberfest at the library with beer, food and fun in honor of this yearly German tradition that spans back to 1810!

Mon, Sep 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
This interactive program will include rhymes, songs and games. Come for 20 minutes of guided pre-reader activities to do with your baby and then 10 minutes of play and socialization for both of you.

Mon, Sep 22, 11:00am - 11:45am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Let’s learn and play with STEAM! Each session will explore different topics that relate to science, technology, engineering, art or math geared toward the younger ones.

Mon, Sep 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Study Room 3
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.

Mon, Sep 22, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Drop in and discover a new hobby with the North Suburban Carvers! Join the learning and carving session—no experience needed.

Tue, Sep 23, 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!

Tue, Sep 23, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Protect yourself and your family ahead of this year's flu season. Available vaccines include flu, COVID-19, RSV, pneumonia, shingles, and Hepatitis B.

Tue, Sep 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
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.

Tue, Sep 23, 6:30pm - 8:55pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Free English Language Acquisition (ELA) classes develop your conversation, listening and speaking, reading and writing skills.
This event is full

Wed, Sep 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Join us for this fun, interactive, pre-reader storytime including books, songs and activities that encourage toddlers to develop language and social skills.

Wed, Sep 24, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Move, think, flow & relax! Stretching, brain games, Tai Chi. Stand part-time or stay comfy in your chair.

Wed, Sep 24, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Enjoy a craft, activity, and snack with your friends on early dismissal Wednesdays.

Thu, Sep 25, 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.

Thu, Sep 25, 6:30pm - 8:55pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Free English Language Acquisition (ELA) classes develop your conversation, listening and speaking, reading and writing skills.
This event is full

Sat, Sep 27, 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.

Sat, Sep 27, 11:30am - 2:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
This accessible play time is designed to provide an inclusive, supportive environment for children of all abilities and their families!

Sat, Sep 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Chef Violeta Trujequ. She will demonstrate how to prepare traditional Argentinian Empanadas. Samples and recipes provided. WDPL cardholders.

Mon, Sep 29, 11:00am - 11:30am
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.

Mon, Sep 29, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Study Room 3
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.

Tue, Sep 30, 11:00am - 11:45am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Whether you are about to start, are already reading or have finished your 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten journey, join us to celebrate!

Tue, Sep 30, 6:30pm - 8:55pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Free English Language Acquisition (ELA) classes develop your conversation, listening and speaking, reading and writing skills.
This event is full

Wed, Oct 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Join us for this fun, interactive, pre-reader storytime including books, songs and activities that encourage toddlers to develop language and social skills.

Thu, Oct 02, 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.

Thu, Oct 02, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Explore Brazilian art, enjoy music, and create your own mosaic masterpiece.

Thu, Oct 02, 6:30pm - 8:55pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Free English Language Acquisition (ELA) classes develop your conversation, listening and speaking, reading and writing skills.
This event is full