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Take & Make

Gingerbread House
2024-12-09 00:00:00 2024-12-09 23:59:00 America/Chicago Take & Make 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. Wood Dale Public Library -

Monday, December 09
All day

Add to Calendar 2024-12-09 00:00:00 2024-12-09 23:59:00 America/Chicago Take & Make 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. 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.

Make an adorable gingerbread house for the holidays. 

Wood Dale Public Library cardholder-only registration opens November 1 for Wood Dale Public Library cardholders and November 8 for everyone else.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Adult Program |

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Wood Dale Public Library
contact@wooddalelibrary.org
Phone: 630-766-6762
Hours
Mon, Nov 11 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Nov 12 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Nov 13 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Nov 14 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Nov 15 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Nov 16 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Nov 17 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

Westview Visit- 3rd grade
Thu, Nov 14, 9:30am - 10:00am
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth services will visit Ms. Stinnett's 3rd grade class to talk about our databases.
Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi Office Hours
Thu, Nov 14, 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
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.
Westview Visit- 3rd Grade
Thu, Nov 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth services will visit Ms. Bueno's 3rd grade class to talk about our databases.
Westview Visit- 3rd Grade
Thu, Nov 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth services will visit Ms. Mazurek's 3rd grade class to talk about our databases.
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- 3rd Grade
Thu, Nov 14, 12:15pm - 12:45pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth services will visit Ms. Shindollar's 3rd grade class to talk about our databases.
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.
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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.
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
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.
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
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.
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
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
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
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!
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
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.
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
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, Dec 02, 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, 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
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
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
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
Thu, Dec 05, 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 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.
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
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.
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
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.
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
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, 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
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, 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
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, 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
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, 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.
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