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Sunshine, Stories and Stretches!
2024-08-01 11:00:00 2024-08-01 11:45:00 America/Chicago Sunshine, Stories and Stretches! Together we will read books, sing songs, and move our bodies while we explore balance, nature and the world around us. Join us each week for a new topic and activity! Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Thursday, August 01
11:00am - 11:45am

Add to Calendar 2024-08-01 11:00:00 2024-08-01 11:45:00 America/Chicago Sunshine, Stories and Stretches! Together we will read books, sing songs, and move our bodies while we explore balance, nature and the world around us. Join us each week for a new topic and activity! Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Wood Dale Public Library

Activity Room 1

Together we will read books, sing songs, and move our bodies while we explore balance, nature and the world around us. Join us each week for a new topic and activity!

Recommended age:  3-7 years with an adult

AGE GROUP: | Children | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Story Time |

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Wood Dale Public Library
contact@wooddalelibrary.org
Phone: 630-766-6762
Hours
Mon, Oct 28 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Oct 29 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Oct 30 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Oct 31 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Nov 01 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Nov 02 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Nov 03 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

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.
Registration is now closed
Westview Visit- 4th Grade
Tue, Oct 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit Ms. Isaacson's class to talk about our databases.
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.
Registration is now closed
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
Registration is now closed
Westview Visit- 5th Grade
Wed, Oct 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services staff will visit Ms. Villa's class to talk about our databases.
Westview Visit- 5th grade
Wed, Oct 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services staff will visit 5th grade to talk about our databases.
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.
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.
Election Day
Tue, Nov 05, 6:00am - 7:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room ,Small Meeting Room
General 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 - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
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.
ECEC Storytime - AM - Ms. Graehling
Fri, Nov 08, 9:50am - 10:10am
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.
Wesview Visits- 5th Grade
Fri, Nov 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 2
Youth Services will visit Ms. Papanicolau's class to talk about our databases.
ECEC Storytime - AM - Ms. Markham-Gonzalez and Ms. Barton
Fri, Nov 08, 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, Nov 08, 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.
ECEC Storytime - PM - Ms. Graehling
Fri, Nov 08, 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, Nov 08, 1:40pm - 2:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.
Holiday Photo at the Library - Drop-in event
Sat, Nov 09, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room
Get the matching holiday outfits and smiles ready! Take the perfect family photo just in time for sending holiday cards. We’ll provide a photo scene backdrop, ring light, and phone or camera tripod.
Teen Board Games
Sat, Nov 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Come play some board games with friends! Recommended age: 11-16 years
Holiday Photo at the Library - Drop-in event
Mon, Nov 11, 10:00am - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room
Get the matching holiday outfits and smiles ready! Take the perfect family photo just in time for sending holiday cards. We’ll provide a photo scene backdrop, ring light, and phone or camera tripod.
Preschool Visit
Mon, Nov 11, 10:15am - 10:45am
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit the Wood Dale Park District 4 year old class
Yoga Adventure Jr.
Mon, Nov 11, 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.
Preschool Visit
Mon, Nov 11, 10:50am - 11:20am
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit the Wood Dale Park District 3 year old class
Holiday Photo at the Library - Drop-in event
Tue, Nov 12, 10:00am - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room
Get the matching holiday outfits and smiles ready! Take the perfect family photo just in time for sending holiday cards. We’ll provide a photo scene backdrop, ring light, and phone or camera tripod.
Preschool Visit
Tue, Nov 12, 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, Nov 12, 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!
Crafternoon - Dino Art
Tue, Nov 12, 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
Polish Storytime
Tue, Nov 12, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Enjoy this fun storytime in Polish. Recommended age: 3-7 years
Southern Holiday Appetizers
Tue, Nov 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Welcome Chef Tony of Aunt Tina's Kitchen, as he will present 3 of his favorite southern holiday treats: bacon wrapped dates, sausage balls, and deviled eggs. Samples and recipes included.
Holiday Photo at the Library - Drop-in event
Wed, Nov 13, 10:00am - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room
Get the matching holiday outfits and smiles ready! Take the perfect family photo just in time for sending holiday cards. We’ll provide a photo scene backdrop, ring light, and phone or camera tripod.
Toddler Time
Wed, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Join us for this fun pre-reader storytime including books, songs and activities. Recommended age: 0-4 years with an adult. Stay and play after the storytime ends.
Wacky Wednesday
Wed, Nov 13, 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. Recommended age: 11-14 years
T-Rexplorers
Wed, Nov 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Get a glimpse of what it’s like to go on a Paleontological dig and see authentic dinosaur fossils from species like Triceratops and T-Rex.
Holiday Photo at the Library - Drop-in event
Thu, Nov 14, 10:00am - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room
Get the matching holiday outfits and smiles ready! Take the perfect family photo just in time for sending holiday cards. We’ll provide a photo scene backdrop, ring light, and phone or camera tripod.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Nov 14, 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 Visit - 5th Grade
Thu, Nov 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit Mr. Willhoit's 5th Grade class to talk about our databases.
Yoga Adventure
Thu, Nov 14, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
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.
Retirement 101 - Part of a 2-part Medicare and Retirement 101 series
Thu, Nov 14, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
No matter where you on the retirement planning journey, insurance and financial planning experts demystify the retirement planning process, including budgeting, financial planning, and more.
ECEC Storytime - AM - Ms. Pubentz
Fri, Nov 15, 9:50am - 10:10am
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.
Holiday Photo at the Library - Drop-in event
Fri, Nov 15, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room
Get the matching holiday outfits and smiles ready! Take the perfect family photo just in time for sending holiday cards. We’ll provide a photo scene backdrop, ring light, and phone or camera tripod.
ECEC Storytime - AM - Ms. Hradek and Ms. Rodriguez
Fri, Nov 15, 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 15, 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 15, 1:40pm - 2:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.
Wine Down - Lynfred Winery
Fri, Nov 15, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Join us for an evening of wine tasting and education. Registration is required & IDs will be checked at the door. Limited to Wood Dale Cardholder signups for the first week.
Registration opens Friday, November 1 2024 at 10:00am
Holiday Photo at the Library - Drop-in event
Sat, Nov 16, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room
Get the matching holiday outfits and smiles ready! Take the perfect family photo just in time for sending holiday cards. We’ll provide a photo scene backdrop, ring light, and phone or camera tripod.
Holiday Photo at the Library - Drop-in event
Mon, Nov 18, 10:00am - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room
Get the matching holiday outfits and smiles ready! Take the perfect family photo just in time for sending holiday cards. We’ll provide a photo scene backdrop, ring light, and phone or camera tripod.
STEAM Tots
Mon, Nov 18, 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.
Microsoft Word Basics
Mon, Nov 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Adult Computer Lab
Join us as we demonstrate basic text formatting and editing, copying and pasting, inserting images, checking your document for spelling and grammar errors, and saving and printing.
Holiday Photo at the Library - Drop-in event
Tue, Nov 19, 10:00am - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room
Get the matching holiday outfits and smiles ready! Take the perfect family photo just in time for sending holiday cards. We’ll provide a photo scene backdrop, ring light, and phone or camera tripod.
STEAM Lab - Dino Explorers
Tue, Nov 19, 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
Holiday Photo at the Library - Drop-in event
Wed, Nov 20, 10:00am - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room
Get the matching holiday outfits and smiles ready! Take the perfect family photo just in time for sending holiday cards. We’ll provide a photo scene backdrop, ring light, and phone or camera tripod.
Toddler Time
Wed, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Join us for this fun pre-reader storytime including books, songs and activities. Recommended age: 0-4 years with an adult. Stay and play after the storytime ends.
Monthly Board of Library Trustees Meeting
Wed, Nov 20, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Regular Board Meeting of the Board of Library Trustees of the Wood Dale Public Library District.
Book Club Express
Wed, Nov 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Target Starbuck, 401 W Irving Park Rd.
Join us at the Target Starbucks, 401 Irving Park Rd, to discuss This Tender Land by William Kent Krueger.
Holiday Photo at the Library - Drop-in event
Thu, Nov 21, 10:00am - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room
Get the matching holiday outfits and smiles ready! Take the perfect family photo just in time for sending holiday cards. We’ll provide a photo scene backdrop, ring light, and phone or camera tripod.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Nov 21, 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, Nov 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 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 an adult
Mystery Author Eva Jurczyk - Virtual visit
Thu, Nov 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Author and librarian Eva Jurczyk will join us for a discussion of "That Night in the Library."
ECEC Storytime - AM - Ms. Graehling
Fri, Nov 22, 9:50am - 10:10am
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.
Holiday Photo at the Library - Drop-in event
Fri, Nov 22, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room
Get the matching holiday outfits and smiles ready! Take the perfect family photo just in time for sending holiday cards. We’ll provide a photo scene backdrop, ring light, and phone or camera tripod.
ECEC Storytime - AM - Ms. Markham-Gonzalez and Ms. Barton
Fri, Nov 22, 10:15am - 10:35am
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.
Red Cross Blood Drive
Fri, Nov 22, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library
Join our community and the Red Cross in making a difference by donating blood! You must register by going to redcrossblood.org and use the sponsor code: WoodDaleLibrary
ECEC Storytime - PM - Ms. Graehling
Fri, Nov 22, 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, Nov 22, 1:40pm - 2:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.
Holiday Photo at the Library - Drop-in event
Sat, Nov 23, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room
Get the matching holiday outfits and smiles ready! Take the perfect family photo just in time for sending holiday cards. We’ll provide a photo scene backdrop, ring light, and phone or camera tripod.
Supported Storytime
Sat, Nov 23, 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, Nov 23, 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!
Holiday Photo at the Library - Drop-in event
Mon, Nov 25, 10:00am - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room
Get the matching holiday outfits and smiles ready! Take the perfect family photo just in time for sending holiday cards. We’ll provide a photo scene backdrop, ring light, and phone or camera tripod.
Yoga Adventure Jr.
Mon, Nov 25, 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.
Let's Build
Mon, Nov 25, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Put on your hard hats and get ready to build with us! Stay as long or as little as you want as we build with different materials. Recommended age: 5-12 years
Loom Knitting
Mon, Nov 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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
Teen Thanksgiving Cupcake Decorating
Mon, Nov 25, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Learn to decorate some Thanksgiving cupcakes! Recommended age: 11-16 years
Holiday Photo at the Library - Drop-in event
Tue, Nov 26, 10:00am - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room
Get the matching holiday outfits and smiles ready! Take the perfect family photo just in time for sending holiday cards. We’ll provide a photo scene backdrop, ring light, and phone or camera tripod.
Adventures in Art!
Tue, Nov 26, 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!
Loom Knitting
Tue, Nov 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Learn to make a scarf or a hat, work on your existing projects or start a new project. Recommended age: 8-14 years
Turkey Day Crafts!
Tue, Nov 26, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Thanksgiving is right around the corner, join us as we make turkey themed crafts to celebrate! Recommended age: 6-11 years
Holiday Photo at the Library - Drop-in event
Wed, Nov 27, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room
Get the matching holiday outfits and smiles ready! Take the perfect family photo just in time for sending holiday cards. We’ll provide a photo scene backdrop, ring light, and phone or camera tripod.
Loom Knitting
Wed, Nov 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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
Library Closed
Thu, Nov 28, All day
Wood Dale Public Library
The library is closed. Please visit wooddalelibrary.org to access digital services 24/7.
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