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Designing Your Pollinator Garden

Presented by the Conservation Foundation
2025-04-10 19:00:00 2025-04-10 20:00:00 America/Chicago Designing Your Pollinator Garden Join us for an interactive workshop where you'll be inspired to design your very own pollinator garden! Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

Thursday, April 10
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-04-10 19:00:00 2025-04-10 20:00:00 America/Chicago Designing Your Pollinator Garden Join us for an interactive workshop where you'll be inspired to design your very own pollinator garden! Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

Wood Dale Public Library

Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

Join us for an interactive workshop where you'll be inspired to design your very own pollinator garden!

Create a beautiful, sustainable outdoor space that supports wildlife and saves money.

In this interactive workshop, you'll learn tips and tricks for designing a landscape that conserves water, attracts birds and butterflies, and reduces environmental impact through smart, native plantings and eco-friendly practices. The best part? Pollinator gardens can be grown in big garden plots, or in space-saving containers!

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Adult Program |

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Wood Dale Public Library
contact@wooddalelibrary.org
Phone: 630-766-6762
Hours
Mon, May 05 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, May 06 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, May 07 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, May 08 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, May 09 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, May 10 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, May 11 Closed
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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

ECEC Storytime - AM - Ms. Graehling
Fri, May 09, 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. Markham-Gonzalez and Ms. Barton
Fri, May 09, 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, May 09, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
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.
Registration is now closed
ECEC Storytime - PM - Ms. Graehling
Fri, May 09, 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, May 09, 1:40pm - 2:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.
Yoga Adventures Jr.
Mon, May 12, 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.
The Buddy Pet Loss Support Group
Mon, May 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room
Grieving the loss of a beloved pet? Join The Buddy Pet Loss Support Group facilitated by an LPC for a 5-week session. To register or for more information, call the facilitator at 630-464-9179.
Adventures in Art!
Tue, May 13, 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!
Westview 3rd Grade Booktalks
Tue, May 13, 11:25am - 11:45am
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Ms. Meg will visit Westview for booktalks and book check out.
Westview 4th Grade Booktalks
Tue, May 13, 11:50am - 12:10pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Ms. Meg will visit Westview for booktalks and book check out.
Westview 5th Grade Booktalks
Tue, May 13, 12:15pm - 12:35pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Ms. Meg will visit Westview for booktalks and book check out.
Polish Storytime
Tue, May 13, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Enjoy this fun storytime in Polish. Stay and play when the storytime is finished. Recommended ages: 3-7 yrs
PTO Meeting at Oakbrook
Tue, May 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will do an activity with children while parents attend the PTO meeting.
The Basics of Sewing and Clothing Repair
Tue, May 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Educator Elise Cochran helps us learn the basics of sewing and clothing repair. Each participant will receive an on-the-go sewing kit.
This event is full
Toddler Time
Wed, May 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Join us for this fun, interactive, pre-reader storytime including books, songs and activities that encourage toddlers to develop language and social skills.
Chair Yoga and Tai-Chi
Wed, May 14, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Come in for a chair yoga and tai-chi session led by JoAnn Dickson from Body & Brain Yoga & Tai-Chi.
This event is full
Wacky Wednesday
Wed, May 14, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Enjoy a craft or activity with your friends on early dismissal Wednesdays.
1,000 Books Celebration!
Thu, May 15, 11:00am - 11:45am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Whether you are about to start, are already reading or have finished your 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten journey, join us to celebrate!
Nonfiction Readers' Club - Hidden Valley Road: Inside the Mind of an American Family
Thu, May 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room
Join other nonfiction enthusiasts for engaging discussions about history, science, memoirs and everything in between!
ECEC Storytime - AM - Ms. Pubentz
Fri, May 16, 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, May 16, 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, May 16, 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, May 16, 1:40pm - 2:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.
Spice Club - Featured Spice: Oregano
Mon, May 19, All day
Wood Dale Public Library
Spice up your life every other month with a take & make spice kit. Each kit will contain information about the spice, recipes, book recommendations, and a packet of the spice. One per household.
STEAM Tots
Mon, May 19, 11:00am - 11:45am
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. Dress for the mess!
This event is full
The Buddy Pet Loss Support Group
Mon, May 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room
Grieving the loss of a beloved pet? Join The Buddy Pet Loss Support Group facilitated by an LPC for a 5-week session. To register or for more information, call the facilitator at 630-464-9179.
Wood Carving Meetup
Mon, May 19, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Drop in and discover a new hobby with the North Suburban Carvers! Join the learning and carving session—no experience needed.
Baking with Chef Pina - Biscotti
Mon, May 19, 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Chef Pina will teach us how to make the perfect biscotti. Samples and recipes included. WDPL cardholders.
This event is full
Spring BINGO Family Night
Tue, May 20, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Come play Spring BINGO as a family. You are welcome to stay as long or as little as you would like. Recommended age: 5 years and up with a caregiver
Outdoor Summer Planter
Tue, May 20, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Supply costs for this program are $30, payable at the time of the event with cash or a check made out to Peggy Garvin.
Crafternoon
Wed, May 21, 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 yrs
Excel Formulas and Functions - Ann Stovall
Wed, May 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Adult Computer Lab
Learn the basics of calculations in Excel. Discover how to use simple formulas to add, subtract, multiply, and divide numbers.
Monthly Board of Library Trustees Meeting
Wed, May 21, 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 - Here One Moment by Liane Moriarty
Wed, May 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Target Starbucks, 401 W Wood Dale Rd.
Meet at the Target Starbucks in Wood Dale to chat about popular books with this informal book group.
Red Cross Blood Drive
Thu, May 22, 1:00pm - 6:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Join our community and the Red Cross in making a difference by donating blood! You must register by going to www.redcrossblood.org and use the sponsor code: WoodDaleLibrary
Crafty Saturday - Memorial Day Craft
Sat, May 24, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Stop by the library and make a craft celebrating Memorial Day! While supplies last. Recommended age: 5 years and up
Adventures in Art!
Tue, May 27, 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!
Wacky Wednesday
Wed, May 28, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Enjoy a craft or activity with your friends on early dismissal Wednesdays.
Supported Storytime
Sat, May 31, 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, May 31, 11:30am - 2:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
This accessible play time is designed to provide an inclusive, supportive environment for children of all abilities and their families!
Spring Migration Bird Walk
Sat, May 31, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Salt Creek Woods entrance on Elizabeth Drive
Join an expert birder for a spring migration bird walk at Salt Creek Woods! You will look for a variety of migrant and resident birds. Meet at the entrance to the Salt Creek Woods on Elizabeth Drive.
The Buddy Pet Loss Support Group
Mon, Jun 02, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room
Grieving the loss of a beloved pet? Join The Buddy Pet Loss Support Group facilitated by an LPC for a 5-week session. To register or for more information, call the facilitator at 630-464-9179.
Wood Carving Meetup
Mon, Jun 02, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Drop in and discover a new hobby with the North Suburban Carvers! Join the learning and carving session—no experience needed.
Mystery Lovers' Book Club
Tue, Jun 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
We read all types of mysteries, from classic “whodunnits" to cozies and professional detective novels.
Summer Reading Kick-off
Fri, Jun 06, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2,Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room ,Library ,Outdoor Patio,Small Meeting Room
Start the Summer Reading season off with a party at the Library!
Build it!
Sat, Jun 07, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Ready, set, build! Put on your hard hats and build with us. Stay as long or as little as you want as we build with different materials. Recommended age: 5 yrs and up
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