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The Secret War of Julia Child

Author visit and book discussion
2025-03-20 19:00:00 2025-03-20 20:00:00 America/Chicago The Secret War of Julia Child Author Diana R. Chambers will join us for a discussion of her historical novel about Julia Child working in Asia during World War II, revealing how the war made her into the icon we know now. Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

Thursday, March 20
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-03-20 19:00:00 2025-03-20 20:00:00 America/Chicago The Secret War of Julia Child Author Diana R. Chambers will join us for a discussion of her historical novel about Julia Child working in Asia during World War II, revealing how the war made her into the icon we know now. Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

Wood Dale Public Library

Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

Author Diana R. Chambers will join us for a discussion of her historical novel about Julia Child working in Asia during World War II, revealing how the war made her into the icon we know now.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Book Clubs and Author Visits | Adult Program |

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Baby Time
Mon, May 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
This interactive program includes rhymes, songs, and games. Start with 20 minutes of guided pre-reader activities, followed by 10 minutes of play and socialization for both you and baby.
Mother's Day Baby Art
Mon, May 04, 11:00am - 11:30am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Make a painting and card with your baby for Mother’s Day. This project will not take the entire time, so feel free to stay and play or leave when you are finished.
Star Wars Celebration
Mon, May 04, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Celebrate Star Wars Day with crafts, photo ops, and more. May the Fourth be with you!
Wood Carving Meetup
Mon, May 04, 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.
Adventures in Art!
Tue, May 05, 11:00am - 11:45am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Join us on an adventure in art! Use your imagination and creativity to explore art together and create a piece of art to display at home.
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Mom & Me: Masterpiece Makers
Tue, May 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Spend an evening with mom and create special masterpieces to take home.
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Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi Office Hours
Wed, May 06, 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.
Toddler Time
Wed, May 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Have fun in this interactive pre-reader storytime with books, songs, and activities that encourage toddlers to develop language and social skills.
Chair Yoga and Tai Chi
Wed, May 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Move, think, flow, and relax with stretching, brain games, and tai chi. Stand or stay comfy in your chair; all mobility levels are welcome.
Craft-a-palooza!
Wed, May 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Unleash your creativity at Craft-a-palooza! We supply the craft materials; you decide what to make. Stay as little or as long as you’d like.
Momma Mia!
Thu, May 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Celebrate the special momma in your life! Let’s read books, sing songs, and create a special Mother’s Day keepsake to take home.
Virtual Explorers: Space Exploration
Thu, May 07, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Get ready to go on a space adventure! Learn about outer space on a virtual visit, then enjoy some far-out crafts and activities.
Cutting the Cable & Streaming TV Basics
Sat, May 09, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Learn how to watch TV without cable. Explore streaming devices, internet basics, and popular services, and compare options that may help lower TV costs.
Hamdard Health Alliance - Tabling Event
Sat, May 09, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Lobby
Stop by the Hamdard Health table to explore their healthcare services, ask questions, and learn how they can support you and your family.
Mother’s Day Cupcake Bouquet Workshop
Sat, May 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a sweet treat! Join Chef Violeta for this fun cupcake-decorating workshop.
Yoga Adventure Jr.
Mon, May 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Join us for a yoga adventure! Experience a story through yoga poses, games, and songs. Bring your own yoga mat/towel or use one of ours.
H.O.M.E. DuPage - Tabling Event
Mon, May 11, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Lobby
H.O.M.E DuPage - Home, Ownership, Education, Money - offers workshops, counseling, and financial coaching to empower individuals to become financially literate and successful homeowners.
Smartphone Photography 101
Mon, May 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Learn mobile photography tips, explore simple editing tools, and shift from snapping pictures to creating art, all using the amazing camera you already carry every day.
Polish Storytime
Tue, May 12, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Enjoy this fun storytime in the Polish language, then stay and play at the Library.
Toddler Time
Wed, May 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Have fun in this interactive pre-reader storytime with books, songs, and activities that encourage toddlers to develop language and social skills.
Wacky Wednesday
Wed, May 13, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2,Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room ,Small Meeting Room,Study Room 1,Study Room 2,Study Room 3
Enjoy a craft or activity with your friends on early dismissal Wednesdays.
Southern Illinois Travel
Wed, May 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Discover why Southern Illinois offers something for everyone. John Kokoris shares tips for exploring the region, from Shawnee National Forest’s trails and landmarks to local food, lodging and history.
Adult Crafting and Social Circle
Fri, May 15, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Join our monthly crafting circle! Bring your materials, spend time working on your needlework, crocheting, quilting, knitting, etc., and socialize with other crafty people.
Plant Swap
Sat, May 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room ,Outdoor Patio
A fun, social plant swap where fellow plant lovers can share care tips and enjoy a drawing. Shelf‑stable food and pantry donations will be also be collected during this event. 
Spice Club: Dill
Mon, May 18, All day
Wood Dale Public Library - Library
Spice up your life every other month with a Take & Make spice kit! Each kit will contain information, recipes, book recommendations, and a packet of the spice.
Baby Time
Mon, May 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
This interactive program includes rhymes, songs, and games. Start with 20 minutes of guided pre-reader activities, followed by 10 minutes of play and socialization for both you and baby.
STEAM Tots
Mon, May 18, 11:00am - 11:45am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Learn and play with STEAM! Each session explores different topics that relate to science, technology, engineering, art, or math, geared toward a younger audience.
The Buddy Pet Loss Support Group
Mon, May 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Study Room 3
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 18, 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.
Cooking with Chef Pina: Quiche
Mon, May 18, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Gain the confidence to master this delicious dish at home. Learn how to whip up a classic quiche, then enjoy tasty samples!
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Solutions: A Group for Widows
Tue, May 19, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room
This five-week support group led by a licensed professional counselor provides an opportunity to explore solutions for the practical challenges widows may face after this life change.
Family STEAM Night
Tue, May 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Try out some fun STEAM activities as a family. You are welcome to stay as long or as little as you would like.
Cat Memory Café  - Session 1
Wed, May 20, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room ,Small Meeting Room
Enjoy a gentle, calming session with cats and simple reminiscence activities that spark comfort, conversation, and meaningful moments. Choose one session.
Cat Memory Café - Session 2
Wed, May 20, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room ,Small Meeting Room
Enjoy a gentle, calming session with cats and simple reminiscence activities that spark comfort, conversation, and meaningful moments. Choose one session.
Squishy Science: Oobleck
Wed, May 20, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Is it a liquid? Is it a solid? Join us to make Oobleck and find out what makes it so special! Messy clothes are strongly recommended.
Graphic Design: Canva Basics
Wed, May 20, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Adult Computer Lab
Learn to design flyers, posters, and social media graphics easily using templates with Canva.
Book Club Express - Heartwood by Amity Gaige
Wed, May 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Target Starbucks, 401 W Irving Park Rd.
Meets at the Target Starbucks in Wood Dale. Chat about popular books with this informal book club.
Monthly Board of Library Trustees Meeting
Wed, May 20, 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.
Exhibits-To-Go! - DuPage Children's Museum
Thu, May 21, 11:00am - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
The DuPage Children’s Museum comes to the Library! Build towering creations with Giant Tinkertoys, play with Pin Screens, and experiment with a wind tube. No registration required.
Nonfiction Readers' Club - American Predator by Maureen Callahan
Thu, May 21, 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!
Exhibits-To-Go! - DuPage Children's Museum
Fri, May 22, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
The DuPage Children’s Museum comes to the Library! Build towering creations with Giant Tinkertoys, play with Pin Screens, and experiment with a wind tube. No registration required.
Exhibits-To-Go! - DuPage Children's Museum
Sat, May 23, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
The DuPage Children’s Museum comes to the Library! Build towering creations with Giant Tinkertoys, play with Pin Screens, and experiment with a wind tube. No registration required.
Library Closed
Mon, May 25, All day
Wood Dale Public Library
The Library is closed on Memorial Day.
Solutions: A Group for Widows
Tue, May 26, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room
This five-week support group led by a licensed professional counselor provides an opportunity to explore solutions for the practical challenges widows may face after this life change.
Red Cross Blood Drive
Wed, May 27, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Did you know one blood donation can potentially save up to three lives? Join our community and the Red Cross in making a difference by donating blood!
Wacky Wednesday
Wed, May 27, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2,Small Meeting Room,Study Room 1,Study Room 2,Study Room 3
Enjoy a craft or activity with your friends on early dismissal Wednesdays.
Monthly Movie Showing: Hamnet (2025)
Fri, May 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Discover the intimate tale of Agnes and William Shakespeare as they navigate grief after their son Hamnet’s death, revealing how personal loss influences enduring art.
Steen Metz: Holocaust Survivor
Sat, May 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Hear the powerful story of Steen Metz, a Holocaust survivor deported to Theresienstadt at age eight, who now dedicates his life to sharing his experiences so future generations never forget.
Father’s Day Soap-Making Workshop
Mon, Jun 01, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Handcraft a scented soap bar just in time for Father’s Day! Mix, pour, and personalize your creation for a meaningful, one‑of‑a‑kind gift.
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The Buddy Pet Loss Support Group
Mon, Jun 01, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Study Room 3
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 01, 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.
Solutions: A Group for Widows
Tue, Jun 02, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room
This five-week support group led by a licensed professional counselor provides an opportunity to explore solutions for the practical challenges widows may face after this life change.
Virtual Author Visit: Brian Freeman
Tue, Jun 02, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Author Brian Freeman will join us virtually for a discussion of his novel, Photograph.
Mystery Lovers' Book Club - Photograph by Brian Freeman
Tue, Jun 02, 7:30pm - 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.
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