Name: Mystery Author Eva Jurczyk
Start: 2024-11-21T19:00:00-06:00
End: 2024-11-21T20:00:00-06:00
Location: Wood Dale Public Library

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Mystery Author Eva Jurczyk

Virtual visit

2024-11-21 19:00:00 2024-11-21 20:00:00 America/Chicago Mystery Author Eva Jurczyk Author and librarian Eva Jurczyk will join us for a discussion of "That Night in the Library." Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

Thursday, November 21
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-11-21 19:00:00 2024-11-21 20:00:00 America/Chicago Mystery Author Eva Jurczyk Author and librarian Eva Jurczyk will join us for a discussion of "That Night in the Library." Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

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."

In this suspenseful mystery, seven graduate students become trapped in their library with a killer and nothing but the books to protect them.

While the author will join virtually, participants will meet in person at the library. If you want to join on Zoom, please let us know and we will send you the link.

Ask at the Library for print version of this book, or check out electronic version here.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Book Discussion | Adult Program |

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Upcoming events

Holiday Photo at the Library - Drop-in event

Tue, Dec 03, 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, Dec 03, 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 - Holiday Fun

Tue, Dec 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. Recommended age: 6-11 years

This event is full

Mystery Lovers' Book Club

Tue, Dec 03, 7:00pm - 8:15pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Join us for a discussion of "Dead and Gondola" by Ann Claire. In this cozy mystery, a bookshop visitor gets murdered and the owners use the skills learned from Christie novels to solve the crime.

Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi Office Hours

Wed, Dec 04, 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.

Holiday Photo at the Library - Drop-in event

Wed, Dec 04, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room

Holiday Photo at the Library - Drop-in event

Thu, Dec 05, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room

Holiday Open House

Thu, Dec 05, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Library

Ring in the holidays at the Library with a night of music, crafts, treats, puppet plays, Santa, and merriment for all ages. Registrations for Santa sessions will start on Nov.1 at 10 a.m.

Visit with Santa - 6:00 pm Session

Thu, Dec 05, 6:00pm - 6:25pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room

Personal visit with Santa.

This event is full

Puppet Play

Thu, Dec 05, 6:15pm - 6:45pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Join us for the Holiday Open House and celebrate the festive season with our delightful puppets!

Visit with Santa - 6:30 pm Session

Thu, Dec 05, 6:30pm - 6:55pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room

Personal visit with Santa.

This event is full

Visit with Santa - 7:00 pm Session

Thu, Dec 05, 7:00pm - 7:25pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room

Personal visit with Santa.

This event is full

Puppet Play

Thu, Dec 05, 7:15pm - 7:45pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Join us for the Holiday Open House and celebrate the festive season with our delightful puppets!

Visit with Santa - 7:30 pm Session

Thu, Dec 05, 7:30pm - 7:55pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room

Personal visit with Santa.

Holiday Photo at the Library - Drop-in event

Fri, Dec 06, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room

Adult Crafting and Social Circle

Fri, Dec 06, 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.

Holiday Outdoor Planter - Class 1

Fri, Dec 06, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library

Celebrate the season by making an outdoor planter with Peggy Garvin. The program cost is $30.

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Holiday Photo at the Library - Drop-in event

Sat, Dec 07, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room

Take & Bake - Walnut Pie

Mon, Dec 09, All day

Wood Dale Public Library - Library

Learn to make this old-fashioned country holiday favorite with us. Pick up supplies (except perishables), then follow along with the provided recipe. One per household. For WDPL cardholders.

Registration is now closed

Take & Make - Gingerbread House

Mon, Dec 09, All day

Wood Dale Public Library

Pick up your supplies, then follow along with the instructions provided.One per household. Limited to Wood Dale cardholders for the first week of signup.

This event is full

Holiday Photo at the Library - Drop-in event

Mon, Dec 09, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room

Yoga Adventure Jr.

Mon, Dec 09, 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.

Wood Carving Meetup

Mon, Dec 09, 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.

Holiday Photo at the Library - Drop-in event

Tue, Dec 10, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room

Adventures in Art!

Tue, Dec 10, 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!

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Polish Storytime

Tue, Dec 10, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

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

Gift Wrapping Workshop

Tue, Dec 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Professional gift wrapper Hilary Vincent will teach you gift wrapping skills in this fun hands-on workshop, including bow-making techniques, hard-to-wrap gifts, and more.

Holiday Photo at the Library - Drop-in event

Wed, Dec 11, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room

Toddler Time

Wed, Dec 11, 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.

This event is full

Wacky Wednesday

Wed, Dec 11, 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

Outdoor Holiday Swag

Wed, Dec 11, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library

Design and make your own festive outdoor holiday swag. The program cost is $25.

Holiday Photo at the Library - Drop-in event

Thu, Dec 12, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room

Preschool Storytime

Thu, Dec 12, 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.

Holiday Cookie Decorating - Thursday Mix

Thu, Dec 12, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

Join Julie Norris from The Mrs Mahoopagee Royal Icing Academy for a festive holiday cookie decorating class. All supplies are provided; just bring your creativity!

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Not Your Mother's Book Club - "The Soulmate" by Sally Hepworth

Thu, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Study Room 1

Join us for a discussion of “The Soulmate” by Sally Hepworth. When an old acquaintance dies, it dredges up demons of the past that threaten to unravel a seemingly perfect marriage.

Yoga Adventure

Thu, Dec 12, 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.

Holiday Gift Wrapping Station

Thu, Dec 12, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Need a place to wrap a special gift? You bring the gifts, we’ll provide the space, supplies and a festive ambiance.

Holiday Outdoor Planter - Class 2

Thu, Dec 12, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library

Celebrate the season by making an outdoor planter with Peggy Garvin. The program cost is $30.

Library Closed - Staff In-Service Day

Fri, Dec 13, All day

Wood Dale Public Library

The library is closed. Please visit wooddalelibrary.org to access digital services 24/7.

STEAM Tots

Mon, Dec 16, 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.

Battle of Books Kickoff Party - 3rd Grade

Mon, Dec 16, 4:15pm - 5:15pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Join your BOB team mates to make your t-shirts, pick up flash cards and enjoy some tasty treats. 3rd Grade BOB Team Members only

Soap Making 101 - Soapy Roads of Lombard

Mon, Dec 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

Join us for a fun evening of soap making! Wood Dale Card Holders ONLY the first week.

This event is full

Wood Carving Meetup

Mon, Dec 16, 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.

Crafternoon - Holiday Crafts

Tue, Dec 17, 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

This event is full

Teen Winter UV Resin Craft

Tue, Dec 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Come make some festive UV resin keychains or jewelry! Recommended age: 11-16 years

Klub Książki - Polish Book Club

Tue, Dec 17, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Art Gallery Kafe

"Duma i Uprzedzenie" autorstwa Jane Austen. Książki będą czytane i omawiane w języku polskim. "Duma i Uprzedzenie" by Jane Austen. Books will be discussed in the Polish Language.

Toddler Time

Wed, Dec 18, 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.

This event is full

Battle of Books Kickoff Party - 4th & 5th Grade

Wed, Dec 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Join your BOB team mates to make your t-shirts, pick up flash cards and enjoy some tasty treats. 4th & 5th Grade BOB members only

Monthly Board of Library Trustees Meeting

Wed, Dec 18, 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, Dec 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Target Starbucks, 401 W Irving Park Rd.

Join us at the Target Starbucks, 401 Irving Park Rd, to discuss The Santa Suit by Mary Kay Andrews.

Preschool Storytime

Thu, Dec 19, 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.

DYO (Decorate your own) Gingerbread Houses

Thu, Dec 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

Tis the season for gingerbread houses. Join us as we decorate our own gingerbread houses for the holidays! Recommended age: 6-12 years

This event is full

Holiday Gift Wrapping Station

Thu, Dec 19, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room

Need a place to wrap a special gift? You bring the gifts, we’ll provide the space, supplies and a festive ambiance.

Holiday Centerpiece - Class 1

Thu, Dec 19, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library

Create a holiday centerpiece, the perfect complement to any holiday meal. The program cost is $25.

ECEC Storytime - AM - Ms. Pubentz

Fri, Dec 20, 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, Dec 20, 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, Dec 20, 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, Dec 20, 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 Centerpiece - Class 2

Fri, Dec 20, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library

Create a holiday centerpiece, the perfect complement to any holiday meal. The program cost is $25.

Supported Storytime

Sat, Dec 21, 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, Dec 21, 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!

Teen Paper Snowflakes

Sat, Dec 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Learn how to make snowflakes out of paper bags. Make a big snowflake or a small one to hang in your room! Recommended age: 11-16 years

Yoga Adventure Jr.

Mon, Dec 23, 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.

Grinchmas Party!

Mon, Dec 23, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

Merry Grinchmas! Join us for grinchy crafts, games, and other activities inspired by the Grinch himself. Recommended age: 5-10 years

This event is full

Library Closed

Tue, Dec 24, All day

Wood Dale Public Library

The library is closed. Please visit wooddalelibrary.org to access digital services 24/7.

Library Closed

Wed, Dec 25, All day

Wood Dale Public Library

The library is closed. Please visit wooddalelibrary.org to access digital services 24/7.

Doodle Time!

Thu, Dec 26, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Try out our 3Doodler pens and make a creation to take home! Recommended age: 6-14 years

Noon Year's Eve Party

Mon, Dec 30, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

Countdown to noon with us! Children who are too young to stay up until midnight can celebrate the coming of the new year with us. Enjoy crafts, a story and then countdown to noon!

This event is full

Loom Knitting

Mon, Dec 30, 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

Tue, Dec 31, All day

Wood Dale Public Library

The library is closed. Please visit wooddalelibrary.org to access digital services 24/7.

Library Closed

Wed, Jan 01, All day

Wood Dale Public Library

The library is closed. Please visit wooddalelibrary.org to access digital services 24/7.

Loom Knitting

Thu, Jan 02, 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

Family Game Night

Thu, Jan 02, 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. Registration is required. Recommended age: 5 years & up with a caregiver

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Tue, Dec 03	10:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Dec 04	10:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Dec 05	10:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Dec 06	10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Dec 07	10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Dec 08	Closed

Mystery Author Eva Jurczyk

Virtual visit

Thursday, November 217:00pm - 8:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library

Wood Dale Public Library

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