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Nonfiction Readers' Club
2025-01-16 19:00:00 2025-01-16 20:00:00 America/Chicago Nonfiction Readers' Club Join us to discuss the Mystery of Mysteries: the Death and Life of Edgar Allan Poe by Mark Dawidziak. Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room

Thursday, January 16
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-01-16 19:00:00 2025-01-16 20:00:00 America/Chicago Nonfiction Readers' Club Join us to discuss the Mystery of Mysteries: the Death and Life of Edgar Allan Poe by Mark Dawidziak. Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room

Wood Dale Public Library

Small Meeting Room

Join us to discuss the Mystery of Mysteries: the Death and Life of Edgar Allan Poe by Mark Dawidziak.

January is the birth-month of Edgar Allan Poe, a renowned author who wrote some of the most terrifying horror stories in American literature. This brilliant biography examines Poe's life through the prism of his mysterious death and its many possible causes. Poe died on October 7, 1849, at just forty, in a painful, utterly bizarre manner that would not have been out of place in one of his own tales of terror. What was the cause of his untimely death, and what happened to him during the three missing days before he was found, delirious and “in great distress” on the streets of Baltimore, wearing ill-fitting clothes that were not his own?

An Agatha, Edgar, Anthony, Macavity, and Ohioana Award nominee.

Copies of the book are available at the Library, or through our website.

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Adult Program |

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Mon, Dec 16 10:00AM to 9:00PM
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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.
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Battle of Books Kickoff Party - 4th & 5th Grade
Wed, Dec 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
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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.
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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
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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. Large Meeting Room.
Registration is now closed
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.
Registration is now closed
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
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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.
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Wed, Dec 25, All day
Wood Dale Public Library
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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!
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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
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Tue, Dec 31, All day
Wood Dale Public Library
The library is closed. Please visit wooddalelibrary.org to access digital services 24/7.
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Wed, Jan 01, All day
Wood Dale Public Library
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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
Loom Knitting
Fri, Jan 03, 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
Supported Storytime
Sat, Jan 04, 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, Jan 04, 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!
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Mon, Jan 06, 11:00am - 11:45am
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Wood Carving Meetup
Mon, Jan 06, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
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STEAM Lab - Robots
Tue, Jan 07, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 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
Wacky Wednesday
Wed, Jan 08, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
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Registration opens Wednesday, January 8 2025 at 2:30pm
Potty Party
Thu, Jan 09, 11:00am - 11:45am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
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Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
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Mon, Jan 13, 10:15am - 10:45am
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
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Preschool Visit
Mon, Jan 13, 10:50am - 11:20am
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
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OB 2nd Grade Class Visit
Mon, Jan 13, 1:00pm - 2:15pm
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Preschool Visit
Tue, Jan 14, 10:15am - 10:35am
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
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Adventures in Art
Tue, Jan 14, 11:00am - 11:45am
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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 2nd Grade Class Visit
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Crafternoon - Snowflake Art
Tue, Jan 14, 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, Jan 14, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
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PTO Meeting at Oakbrook
Tue, Jan 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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Tue, Jan 14, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
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Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
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Wed, Jan 15, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
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Preschool Storytime
Thu, Jan 16, 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.
OB 2nd Grade Class Visit
Thu, Jan 16, 1:00pm - 2:15pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Welcome to Ms. Assenato and her 2nd Grade Class. Parents please make sure your child brings their library card today!
Nonfiction Readers' Club
Thu, Jan 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room
Join us to discuss the Mystery of Mysteries: the Death and Life of Edgar Allan Poe by Mark Dawidziak.
ECEC Storytime - AM - Ms. Pubentz
Fri, Jan 17, 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, Jan 17, 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, Jan 17, 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, Jan 17, 1:40pm - 2:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.
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