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Nonfiction Readers' Club

Red Comet: The Short Life and Blazing Art of Sylvia Plath

Join other nonfiction enthusiasts for engaging discussions about history, science, memoirs and everything in between!

Sylvia Plath was not widely famous when she died by suicide in 1963 at age 30. A pioneer of the confessional poetry style, she is often remembered as an "unstable young poetess" who struggled with mental health issues and took her own life, but she was a brilliant author and early feminist. This biography brings Sylvia Plath's tragic story to light, from her brilliant academic career to her tumultuous marriage to poet Ted Hughes. Her legacy has outgrown her untimely death and her collections of poetry and one novel, most published after her death, are still read and debated across the globe.

A Pulitzer Prize Finalist.

Copies of the book are available at the Library. The e-audiobook is available on our website.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Adult Program |

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Wood Dale Public Library
contact@wooddalelibrary.org
Phone: 630-766-6762
Hours
Mon, Mar 17 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Mar 18 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Mar 19 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Mar 20 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Mar 21 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Mar 22 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Mar 23 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

MPAC
Tue, Mar 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2,Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room ,Small Meeting Room,Study Room 3
MPAC Meetings hosted by Wood Dale School District 7.
Toddler Time
Wed, Mar 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Join us for this fun pre-reader storytime including books, songs and activities. Stay and play after the storytime ends. Recommended age: 0-4 years with an adult.
Crafternoon - Spring Terrariums
Wed, Mar 19, 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
This event is full
Excel Basics with Ann Stovall
Wed, Mar 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Adult Computer Lab
Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft Excel to create spreadsheets with ease for your everyday needs.
This event is full
Rescheduled
Excel Basics with Ann Stovall
Wed, Mar 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
New date Wednesday, March 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library
Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft Excel to create spreadsheets with ease for your everyday needs.
Monthly Board of Library Trustees Meeting
Wed, Mar 19, 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 - The Many Lives of Mama Love by Lara Love Hardin
Wed, Mar 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Target Starbucks, 401 W Irving Park Rd.
Meet at the Target Starbucks in Wood Dale to chat about popular books with this informal book group.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Mar 20, 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.
Family STEAM NIght
Thu, Mar 20, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
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. Recommended age: 5 yrs & up with a caregiver
Nonfiction Readers' Club - Julie & Julia by Julia Powell
Thu, Mar 20, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room
Join other nonfiction enthusiasts for engaging discussions about history, science, memoirs and everything in between!
The Secret War of Julia Child - Author visit and book discussion
Thu, Mar 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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.
ECEC Storytime - AM - Ms. Graehling
Fri, Mar 21, 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, Mar 21, 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. Graehling
Fri, Mar 21, 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, Mar 21, 1:40pm - 2:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.
Supported Storytime
Sat, Mar 22, 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, Mar 22, 11:30am - 3:30pm
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!
Yoga Adventures Jr.
Mon, Mar 24, 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.
This event is full
Oakbrook Visit - 2nd Grade
Mon, Mar 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit Ms. Spitalli's 2nd Grade class to do a Book Talk.
Adventures in Art!
Tue, Mar 25, 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
Cooking with Chef Dave - Julia Child's Favorites
Tue, Mar 25, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Chef Dave Esau returns to the roots of cooking with Julia’s recipes and basic techniques. Samples and recipes included. WDPL cardholders.
This event is full
Toddler Time
Wed, Mar 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Join us for this fun pre-reader storytime including books, songs and activities. Stay and play after the storytime ends. Recommended age: 0-4 years with an adult.
Wacky Wednesday
Wed, Mar 26, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Enjoy a craft or activity with your friends on early dismissal Wednesdays.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Mar 27, 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.
Red Cross Blood Drive
Thu, Mar 27, 12:00pm - 5:00pm
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
Family Arts & Crafts Night
Thu, Mar 27, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Come make some creative crafts as a family. You are welcome to stay as long or as little as you would like. Recommended age: 5 yrs & up with a caregiver
Attracting Birds & Butterflies to Your Garden - Presented by the Conservation Foundation
Thu, Mar 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Learn how to turn your outdoor space into an oasis for birds and butterflies!
ECEC Storytime - AM - Ms. Pubentz
Fri, Mar 28, 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, Mar 28, 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, Mar 28, 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, Mar 28, 1:40pm - 2:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.
Doodle Time!
Sat, Mar 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Try out our 3Doodler pens and make a creation to take home! Stay as little or as long as you'd like. Recommended ages: 6-14 yrs
Build It!
Mon, Mar 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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 ages: 5-12 yrs
Election Day - Consolidated Election
Tue, Apr 01, 6:00am - 7:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
The Wood Dale Public Library serves as a polling place for the Consolidated Election. All polling places are open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Election Day.
VR Games
Tue, Apr 01, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Strap on your headsets and join us in virtual reality! Play games using our VR headsets. Recommended ages: 10-14 yrs
Teen Escape Room - Same program, different times
Wed, Apr 02, 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Try to make it out of our escape rooms! Work with your team to crack the code in an hour or less. If there is time left, you can try your hand at the second room. Spots limited! Recommended age 11-16
Teen Escape Room - Same program, different times
Wed, Apr 02, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Try to make it out of our escape rooms! Work with your team to crack the code in an hour or less. If there is time left, you can try your hand at the second room. Spots limited! Recommended age 11-16
Family Game Night
Thu, Apr 03, 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. Recommended age: 5 yrs & up with a caregiver
Preschool Visit
Mon, Apr 07, 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, Apr 07, 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 - Fairy Tales
Mon, Apr 07, 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.
Wood Carving Meetup
Mon, Apr 07, 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.
Preschool Visit
Tue, Apr 08, 10:15am - 10:35am
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit the Wood Dale Park District 2 year old class
Adventures in Art!
Tue, Apr 08, 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
Westview 3rd Grade Booktalks
Tue, Apr 08, 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, Apr 08, 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, Apr 08, 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, Apr 08, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Enjoy this fun storytime in Polish. Stay and play when the storytime is finishd. Recommended ages: 3-7 yrs
Mystery Lovers' Book Club
Tue, Apr 08, 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.
Toddler Time
Wed, Apr 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Join us for this fun pre-reader storytime including books, songs and activities. Stay and play after the storytime ends. Recommended age: 0-4 years with an adult.
Wacky Wednesday
Wed, Apr 09, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Enjoy a craft or activity with your friends on early dismissal Wednesdays.
Fairy Tale Ball
Thu, Apr 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Come big, come small to the Fairy Tale Ball! Join us as we read, dance and play games based on our favorite fairy tale characters. Costumes are encouraged but not required.
Tent Night
Thu, Apr 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Celebrate National Library Week with a family night of reading in a “tent” you build in the library! Bring your own sheets, blankets and pillows (the library will have some sheets).
Not Your Mother's Book Club - Beautiful Villian by Rebecca Kenney
Thu, Apr 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room
Join our romance book club where we'll read different romance genres. As long as it has a Happily Ever After, it’s fair game. Children are welcome to play or partake in an activity while we discuss.
Designing Your Pollinator Garden - Presented by the Conservation Foundation
Thu, Apr 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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!
ECEC Storytime - AM - Ms. Graehling
Fri, Apr 11, 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, Apr 11, 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, Apr 11, 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.
ECEC Storytime - PM - Ms. Graehling
Fri, Apr 11, 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, Apr 11, 1:40pm - 2:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.
Teen Kahoot With Friends
Sat, Apr 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Come test your knowledge and play Kahoot with friends! Recommended age: 11-16!
Yoga Adventures Jr.
Mon, Apr 14, 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.
Homebuying & Mortgage Loans
Mon, Apr 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Wood Dale Bank Mortgage Officer Rick Tayfel will discuss mortgages for first time home buyers and current homeowners unsure of a good time to refinance.
Klub Książki - Polish Book Club
Tue, Apr 15, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Art Gallery Kafe
Klub Książki spotyka się w Art Gallery Kafe. Książki będą omawiane w języku polskim. Polish Book Club meets at the Art Gallery Kafe. Books will be discussed in the Polish Language.
Toddler Time
Wed, Apr 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Join us for this fun pre-reader storytime including books, songs and activities. Stay and play after the storytime ends. Recommended age: 0-4 years with an adult.
STEAM Lab - Egg Drop Challenge
Wed, Apr 16, 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
Book Club Express - Small Mercies by Dennis Lehane
Wed, Apr 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Target Starbucks, 401 W Irving Park Rd.
Meet at the Target Starbucks in Wood Dale to chat about popular books with this informal book group.
Monthly Board of Library Trustees Meeting
Wed, Apr 16, 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.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Apr 17, 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.
Family STEAM NIght
Thu, Apr 17, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
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. Recommended age: 5 yrs & up with a caregiver
Cancelled
Nonfiction Readers' Club - Red Comet: The Short Life and Blazing Art of Sylvia Plath
Thu, Apr 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library
Join other nonfiction enthusiasts for engaging discussions about history, science, memoirs and everything in between!
Spring Basket
Thu, Apr 17, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Create a dazzling Spring fresh flower arrangement. Supply costs for this program is $30, payable at the time of the event with cash or a check made out to Garvin Gardens.
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