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Doodle Time!
2025-03-29 14:00:00 2025-03-29 16:00:00 America/Chicago Doodle Time! 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 Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Saturday, March 29
2:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-03-29 14:00:00 2025-03-29 16:00:00 America/Chicago Doodle Time! 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 Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

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

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | Children's Program |

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Wood Dale Public Library
contact@wooddalelibrary.org
Phone: 630-766-6762
Hours
Mon, Feb 24 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Feb 25 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Feb 26 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Feb 27 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Feb 28 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Mar 01 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Mar 02 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

Preschool Visit
Mon, Mar 03, 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, Mar 03, 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 - Building
Mon, Mar 03, 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.
Oakbrook Visit - 2nd Grade
Mon, Mar 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit Ms. Assenato's 2nd Grade class to do a Book Talk.
Oakbrook Visit - 2nd Grade
Mon, Mar 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit Ms. Garcia's 2nd Grade class to do a Book Talk.
The Buddy Pet Loss Support Group
Mon, Mar 03, 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, Mar 03, 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.
Julia Child : A Portrayal
Mon, Mar 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Leslie Goddard will portray the legendary cookbook author, television star and champion of French cooking and discuss everything from her relationship with the husband to the mishaps on television.
Preschool Visit
Tue, Mar 04, 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 - Electricity
Wed, Mar 05, 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
Family Game Night
Thu, Mar 06, 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
ECEC Storytime - AM - Ms. Graehling
Fri, Mar 07, 9:50am - 10:10am
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.
OB 1st Grade Class Visit
Fri, Mar 07, 10:00am - 11:15am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Welcome to Ms. Stanczyk and her 1st Grade Class. Parents please make sure your child brings their library card today!
ECEC Storytime - AM - Ms. Markham-Gonzalez and Ms. Barton
Fri, Mar 07, 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 07, 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 07, 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 Stained Glass Windows
Sat, Mar 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Come make some stained glass windows using only crayons and paper! Recommended age: 11-16!
Yoga Adventures Jr.
Mon, Mar 10, 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.
OB 1st Grade Class Visit
Mon, Mar 10, 1:00pm - 2:15pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Welcome to Ms. Welter and her 1st Grade Class. Parents please make sure your child brings their library card today!
Mario Kart Party
Mon, Mar 10, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Play Mario Kart and watch as friends compete against each other. Recommended age: 7-14!
The Buddy Pet Loss Support Group
Mon, Mar 10, 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, Mar 11, 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, Mar 11, 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 Westview
Tue, Mar 11, 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.
Toddler Time
Wed, Mar 12, 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 12, 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 13, 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 1st Grade Class Visit
Thu, Mar 13, 1:00pm - 2:15pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Welcome to Ms. Mahaney and her 1st Grade Class. Parents please make sure your child brings their library card today!
Envelope Journaling Workshop
Thu, Mar 13, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Make journals using envelopes and other recycled materials, then decorate using various art supplies with instructor Maryanne Kyle-DiPietropaolo.
Yoga Adventure
Thu, Mar 13, 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.
Spring Planting with Native Plants - Presented by the Conservation Foundation
Thu, Mar 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Learn how to create a thriving garden using native plants that support local wildlife and help conserve water!
ECEC Storytime - AM - Ms. Pubentz
Fri, Mar 14, 9:50am - 10:10am
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.
OB 1st Grade Class Visit
Fri, Mar 14, 10:00am - 11:15am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Welcome to Ms. Kari and her 1st Grade Class. Parents please make sure your child brings their library card today!
ECEC Storytime - AM - Ms. Hradek and Ms. Rodriguez
Fri, Mar 14, 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, Mar 14, 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.
OB 1st Grade Class Visit
Fri, Mar 14, 1:00pm - 2:15pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Welcome to Ms.Hepner and her 1st Grade Class. Parents please make sure your child brings their library card today!
ECEC Storytime- PM - Ms. Pubentz
Fri, Mar 14, 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 14, 1:40pm - 2:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.
Take & Make - Spring Flower Hanger
Mon, Mar 17, All day
Wood Dale Public Library
Create a decorative hanger for spring flowers. Pick up your supplies, then follow along with the instructions provided. WDPL cardholders only. One per household.
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am
Spice Club - Featured Spice: Lemon Pepper
Mon, Mar 17, 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.
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am
Take & Bake - Julia Child's Queen of Sheba Cake
Mon, Mar 17, All day
Wood Dale Public Library - Library
Learn to make Julia's iconic chocolate almond cake. Pick up supplies (except perishables), then follow along with the provided recipe. One per household. For WDPL cardholders.
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am
STEAM Tots - St. Patrick's Day
Mon, Mar 17, 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.
Oakbrook Visit - 2nd Grade
Mon, Mar 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit Ms.Ruscitti's 2nd Grade class to do a Book Talk.
Oakbrook Visit - 2nd Grade
Mon, Mar 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit Ms. Braasch's 2nd Grade class to do a Book Talk.
The Buddy Pet Loss Support Group
Mon, Mar 17, 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, Mar 17, 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.
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
Excel Basics with Ann Stovall
Wed, Mar 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Adult Computer Lab
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.
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!
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.
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am
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
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