Name: Oktoberfest with the Church Street Brewing Company
Start: 2024-09-27T19:00:00-05:00
End: 2024-09-27T20:30:00-05:00
Location: Wood Dale Public Library

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Oktoberfest with the Church Street Brewing Company

2024-09-27 19:00:00 2024-09-27 20:30:00 America/Chicago Oktoberfest with the Church Street Brewing Company Celebrate Oktoberfest at the library with beer, food and fun in honor of this yearly German tradition that spans back to 1810! Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

Friday, September 27
7:00pm - 8:30pm

Add to Calendar 2024-09-27 19:00:00 2024-09-27 20:30:00 America/Chicago Oktoberfest with the Church Street Brewing Company Celebrate Oktoberfest at the library with beer, food and fun in honor of this yearly German tradition that spans back to 1810! Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

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!

The Church Street Brewing Company will present on the history of Oktoberfest, educate us on their special beers brewed specifically for and only provided during this holiday time and also talk about how they create the perfect menu to compliment their beers. We will be able to taste both the beers and some food from their Oktoberfest Menu.

Registration is required. MUST be 21+ and no one under 21 will be allowed in. ID MUST BE PRESENTED at the door (physical or picture).

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Adult Program |

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Wood Dale Public Library

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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

Preschool Visit

Tue, Oct 08, 10:15am - 10:35am

Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1

Youth Services will visit the Wood Dale Park District 2 year old class

Adventures in Art

Tue, Oct 08, 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!

OB Kindergarten Class Visit

Tue, Oct 08, 1:00pm - 2:15pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

Welcome to Ms.Mackowiak and her Kindergarten Class. Parents please make sure your child brings their library card today!

Crafternoon

Tue, Oct 08, 4:30pm - 5:15pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Let’s get artsy and crafty! Each session we will complete a craft or piece of art that you’ll take home at the end. Recommended age: 6-11 years

Polish Storytime

Tue, Oct 08, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Enjoy this fun storytime in Polish. Recommended age: 3-7 years

Toddler Time

Wed, Oct 09, 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, Oct 09, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

Enjoy a craft or activity with your friends on early dismissal Wednesdays. Recommended age: 11-14 years

Preschool Storytime

Thu, Oct 10, 11:00am - 11:45am

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Join us for this NEW 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.

This event is full

Hispanic Heritage Night - Noche de Herencia Hispana

Thu, Oct 10, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month at our inaugural Hispanic Heritage Night. It promises to be a fun night of crafts, Loteria (PRIZES), music, and other entertainment for the whole family.

ECEC Storytime - AM - Ms. Pubentz

Fri, Oct 11, 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, Oct 11, 10:15am - 10:35am

Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1

Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.

Adult Crafting and Social Circle

Fri, Oct 11, 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.

OB Kindergarten Class Visit

Fri, Oct 11, 1:00pm - 2:15pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

Welcome to Ms. Frawley and her Kindergarten Class. Parents please make sure your child brings their library card today!

ECEC Storytime- PM - Ms. Pubentz

Fri, Oct 11, 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, Oct 11, 1:40pm - 2:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1

Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.

Mystery In the Library - Jr. High

Fri, Oct 11, 6:00pm - 8:45pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

There has been a crime in the library! Heart pounding, you head to safety to solve the mystery. You must be in Jr. High. An adult MUST be present at drop off and pick up.

This event is full

Jewel Osco Shot Clinic

Sat, Oct 12, 12:00pm - 3:00pm

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. Click on the link below to schedule appointment.

Yoga Adventure Jr.

Mon, Oct 14, 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.

Loom Knitting

Mon, Oct 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Learn to make a scarf or a hat, work on your existing projects or start a new project. Recommended age: 8 - 14 years

Drop-In Robot Day

Mon, Oct 14, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Dash robots, spheros and drawing robots, oh my! Stop in any time between 1-3 pm to try out these cool robots. You are welcome to stay as long or as little as you want.

The Buddy Pet Loss Support Group

Mon, Oct 14, 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.

Chicago's Graceland Cemetery

Mon, Oct 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

Adam Selzer, author of "Graceland Cemetery: Chicago Stories, Symbols, and Secrets," presents an illustrated talk on the history of Graceland, and some of the heroes and villains interred there.

Loom Knitting

Tue, Oct 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Learn to make a scarf or a hat, work on your existing projects or start a new project. Recommended age: 8 - 14 years

STEAM Lab: Halloween Shenanigans

Tue, Oct 15, 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.

Klub Książki - Polish Book Club

Tue, Oct 15, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Art Gallery Kafe

"Morfina" autorstwa Szczepana Twardocha. Książki będą czytane i omawiane w języku polskim. "Morfina" by Szczepan Twardoch. Books will be discussed in the Polish Language.

Toddler Time

Wed, Oct 16, 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

Family Reading Night at Westview School - Cozy up with a good book

Wed, Oct 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1

Join Youth Services staff at a Family Reading Night at Westview School!

Monthly Board of Library Trustees Meeting

Wed, Oct 16, 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

Wed, Oct 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Target Starbucks, 401 W Irving Park Rd.

Join us to discuss The Turn of the Key by Ruth Ware at the Target Starbucks, 401 W Irving Park Rd.

Preschool Storytime

Thu, Oct 17, 11:00am - 11:45am

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Join us for this NEW 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.

Lizzie Borden and the Borden Murders - Thursday Mix

Thu, Oct 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

In this 90-minute program, Edward Dzialo shares the details of the murders and lesser-known facts about Lizzie Borden and the Borden family.

MPAC

Thu, Oct 17, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room ,Small Meeting Room,Study Room 3,Activity Room 1

MPAC Meetings hosted by Wood Dale School District 7.

Family STEAM Night

Thu, Oct 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Drop in between 6-7:30 pm to try out some STEAM activities as a family. You are welcome to stay as long or as little as you would like. Recommended age: 5 years and up with a caregiver

OB Kindergarten Class Visit

Fri, Oct 18, 10:00am - 11:15am

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

Welcome to Ms.Louie and her Kindergarten Class. Parents please make sure your child brings their library card today!

Friday Fun Day

Fri, Oct 18, 11:30am - 4:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Explore, discover, and imagine with our educational play stations. We rotate our toys every week to ensure our future veterinarians, doctors, chefs and store clerks never get bored!

Oakbrook School Visit - 1st Grade

Fri, Oct 18, 1:00pm - 2:15pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1

Youth Services will visit Ms. Mahaney's 1st Grade class for a Booktalk.

The Art of Beer & Food Pairings - Presented by Scott Pointon

Fri, Oct 18, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

Join us for a fun evening of beer and finger food with beer expert Scott Pointon as he teaches us about the best beer/food combos.

This event is full

Monster Make-Up for Teens

Sat, Oct 19, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Learn how to create a monster make-up look for your Halloween costume! Recommended age: 11-14 years

Ghost Stories in the Barn - Wood Dale Histrical Society

Sat, Oct 19, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Yesterday's Farm Museum

Visit Wood Dale Historical Society's Ghost Stories in the Barn for an evening of storytelling, crafting, refreshments and fun. This event is co-sponsored by the Wood Dale Public Library.

Open House Chicago

Sun, Oct 20, 8:00am - 5:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library

Join the Library for a guided walking tour of downtown Chicago! Get a behind-the-scenes peek at some of the city's most treasured buildings and landmarks during the annual Open House Chicago event.

This event is full

STEAM Tots

Mon, Oct 21, 11:30am - 12:00pm

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 School Visit - 1st Grade

Mon, Oct 21, 1:00pm - 2:15pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1

Youth Services will visit Ms. Kari's 1st Grade class for a Booktalk.

Wood Carving Meetup

Mon, Oct 21, 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.

Adventures in Art

Tue, Oct 22, 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!

Oakbrook School Visit - 1st Grade

Tue, Oct 22, 1:00pm - 2:15pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1

Youth Services will visit Ms. Hepner's 1st Grade class for a Booktalk.

Crafternoon

Tue, Oct 22, 4:30pm - 5:15pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Let’s get artsy and crafty! Each session we will complete a craft or piece of art that you’ll take home at the end. Recommended age: 6-11 years

The Rise and Fall of the Berlin Wall - with German Historian Anette Isaacs

Tue, Oct 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

Join German Historian and Ex-Berliner Anette Isaacs, as she presents you with a historical and political overview of this painful but also almost miraculous phase in Berlin’s intriguing history.

Toddler Time

Wed, Oct 23, 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, Oct 23, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

Enjoy a craft or activity with your friends on early dismissal Wednesdays. Recommended age: 11-14 years

Preschool Storytime

Thu, Oct 24, 11:00am - 11:45am

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Join us for this NEW 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.

This event is full

Mobile Library at Westview School

Thu, Oct 24, 11:00am - 2:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1

The mobile library will visit Westview School.

Not Your Mother's Book Club - 'Happy Medium' by Sarah Adler

Thu, Oct 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

'Happy Medium' by Sarah Adler _ A clever con woman must convince a skeptical, handsome farmer of his property's resident real-life ghost if she's to save them all from a fate worse than death.

Family Arts & Crafts Night

Thu, Oct 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Drop in any time between 6-7:30 pm to make some crafts as a family. You are welcome to stay as long or as little as you would like. Recommended age: 5 years and up with a caregiver

ECEC Storytime - AM - Ms. Graehling

Fri, Oct 25, 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, Oct 25, 10:15am - 10:35am

Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1

Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.

Friday Fun Day

Fri, Oct 25, 11:30am - 4:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Explore, discover, and imagine with our educational play stations. We rotate our toys every week to ensure our future veterinarians, doctors, chefs and store clerks never get bored!

Oakbrook School Visit - 1st Grade

Fri, Oct 25, 1:00pm - 2:15pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 2

Youth Services will visit Ms. Stanczyk's 1st Grade class for a Booktalk.

ECEC Storytime - PM - Ms. Graehling

Fri, Oct 25, 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, Oct 25, 1:40pm - 2:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1

Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.

Spooky Family Paint Night

Fri, Oct 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Join us for a spooktacular evening! Spend time together while creating a work of art. Each person registered will go home with their own canvas painting.

This event is full

Supported Storytime

Sat, Oct 26, 11:00am - 11:30am

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

This accessible Storytime is designed for children with developmental disabilities with their caregiver.

Sensory Saturday!

Sat, Oct 26, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

An accessible play time designed to provide an inclusive and supportive environment for children with disabilities and their families!

Mobile Library at Trunk or Treat

Sun, Oct 27, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Commercial St. and Wood Dale Rd.

Visit the Mobile Library at the City of Wood Dale's Trunk or Treat event to receive a special treat from the Library.

Yoga Adventure Jr.

Mon, Oct 28, 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 School Visit - 1st Grade

Mon, Oct 28, 1:00pm - 2:15pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1

Youth Services will visit Ms. Welter's 1st Grade class for a Booktalk.

Scary Stories & Creepy Cupcakes

Mon, Oct 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Come for an evening filled with scary stories and sweet treats. First course calorie-free stories. For dessert, decorate 2 Halloween cupcakes with pastry chef Frannie Hargadon.

Scary Stories & Creepy Cupcakes

Mon, Oct 28, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Come for an evening filled with scary stories and sweet treats. First course calorie-free stories. For dessert, decorate 2 Halloween cupcakes with pastry chef Frannie Hargadon.

This event is full

Monster Boogie

Tue, Oct 29, 11:00am - 11:45am

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Join us for a fun and friendly Monster Boogie! We’ll dance, sing songs and play games together then end with trick or treating through the library! Costumes are encouraged but not required.

Monster Mash

Tue, Oct 29, 4:30pm - 5:15pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

Have a hauntingly fun time with us this Halloween! Spooky crafts, ghoulish games and more mysterious happenings right here at your library. Costumes encouraged but not required.

Teen Halloween UV Resin Program

Tue, Oct 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Come make some spooky UV resin keychains or jewelry! Recommended age: 11-14 years

ECEC Storytime - AM - Ms. Pubentz

Fri, Nov 01, 9:50am - 10:10am

Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1

Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.

Westview Visit - 5th Grade

Fri, Nov 01, 10:00am - 11:00am

Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 2

Youth Services will visit Ms. Falcone 's 5th Grade class to talk about our databases.

ECEC Storytime - AM - Ms. Hradek and Ms. Rodriguez

Fri, Nov 01, 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, Nov 01, 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, Nov 01, 1:40pm - 2:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1

Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.

Election Setup

Mon, Nov 04, All day

Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

Room setup for election.

STEAM Tots

Mon, Nov 04, 11:30am - 12:00pm

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.

Wood Carving Meetup

Mon, Nov 04, 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.

Election Day

Tue, Nov 05, All day

Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room ,Small Meeting Room

General Election.

Election pickup

Wed, Nov 06, All day

Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

Pickup for election.

Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi Office Hours

Wed, Nov 06, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Lobby

Meet with Congressman Krishnamoorthi’s staff! Stop by with any questions you may have about federal topics including social security, veterans’ affairs, immigration, and taxes.

Family Game Night

Thu, Nov 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Drop in any time between 6-7:30 pm to play some games as a family. You are welcome to stay as long or as little as you would like. Recommended age: 5 years and up with an adult

Medicare 101 - Part of a 2-part Medicare and Retirement 101 series

Thu, Nov 07, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library

Learn the ins and outs of medicare, including what is and isn't covered, from insurance expert and radio and podcast host, Bill Miksch. Light refreshments will be served.

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Oktoberfest with the Church Street Brewing Company

Friday, September 277:00pm - 8:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library

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