Name: Book Club Express
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Location: Wood Dale Public Library

Book Club Express

2024-12-18 19:00:00 2024-12-18 20:00:00 America/Chicago Book Club Express Join us at the Target Starbucks, 401 Irving Park Rd, to discuss The Santa Suit by Mary Kay Andrews. Target Starbucks, 401 W Irving Park Rd. -

Wednesday, December 18
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-12-18 19:00:00 2024-12-18 20:00:00 America/Chicago Book Club Express Join us at the Target Starbucks, 401 Irving Park Rd, to discuss The Santa Suit by Mary Kay Andrews. Target Starbucks, 401 W Irving Park Rd. -

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.

After purchasing an old farmhouse, newly divorced Ivy Perkins discovers an old Santa suit with a note in the pocket, which sets her off on a life-changing mission.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Book Discussion | Adult Program |

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Wood Dale Public Library

Hours

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

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.

Westview 3rd Grade Class Visit

Tue, Nov 19, 10:00am - 11:15am

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

Welcome to Ms. Shindollar and her 3rd grade class. Parents, please make sure your child brings their library card today!

Westview 3rd Grade Class visit

Tue, Nov 19, 1:00pm - 2:15pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

Welcome to Ms. Mazurek and her 3rd grade class. Parents, please make sure your child brings their library card today!

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

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.

This event is full

Westview 3rd Grade Class Visit

Wed, Nov 20, 1:00pm - 2:15pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

Welcome to Ms. Bueno and her 3rd grade class. Parents, please make sure your child brings their library card today!

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

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.

Westview 3rd Grade Class Visit

Thu, Nov 21, 1:00pm - 2:15pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

Welcome to Ms. Stinnett and her 3rd grade class. Parents, please make sure your child brings their library card today!

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

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

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

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

This event is full

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

Thanksgiving Centerpiece

Mon, Nov 25, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library

Create a colorful flower arrangement for your Thanksgiving table with Peggy Garvin. The program cost is $30.

Holiday Photo at the Library - Drop-in event

Tue, Nov 26, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room

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!

This event is full

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

This event is full

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

This event is full

Holiday Photo at the Library - Drop-in event

Wed, Nov 27, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room

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.

Library Closed

Fri, Nov 29, All day

Wood Dale Public Library

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

Holiday Photo at the Library - Drop-in event

Sat, Nov 30, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room

Holiday Photo at the Library - Drop-in event

Mon, Dec 02, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room

Preschool Visit

Mon, Dec 02, 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, Dec 02, 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

Mon, Dec 02, 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.

Holiday Cupcake Decorating

Mon, Dec 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

Come for a holiday cupcake decorating workshop. Pastry chef Frannie Hargadon will guide you through the process and share helpful tips. Supplies for 2 cupcakes provided. Adult registrations only.

This event is full

Holiday Photo at the Library - Drop-in event

Tue, Dec 03, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room

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.

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.

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.

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.

This event is full

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!

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 - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

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.

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!

This event is full

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

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.

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Mon, Nov 18	10:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Nov 19	10:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Nov 20	10:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Nov 21	10:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Nov 22	10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Nov 23	10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Nov 24	Closed

Book Club Express

Wednesday, December 187:00pm - 8:00pm

Target Starbucks, 401 W Irving Park Rd.

Wood Dale Public Library

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Wednesday, December 18
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