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Nonfiction Readers' Club

The Virginia Dynasty by Lynne Cheney
2025-07-24 19:00:00 2025-07-24 20:00:00 America/Chicago Nonfiction Readers' Club Join other nonfiction enthusiasts for engaging discussions about history, science, memoirs and everything in between! Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room

Thursday, July 24
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-07-24 19:00:00 2025-07-24 20:00:00 America/Chicago Nonfiction Readers' Club Join other nonfiction enthusiasts for engaging discussions about history, science, memoirs and everything in between! Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room

Wood Dale Public Library

Small Meeting Room

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

Celebrate Independence Day by reading The Virginia Dynasty: Four Presidents and the Creation of the American Nation.

From a small expanse of land on the North American continent came four of the nation's first five presidents—a geographic dynasty whose members led a revolution, created a nation, and ultimately changed the world. George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, and James Monroe were friends and rivals, they led in securing independence, hammering out the United States Constitution, and building a working republic. Discover their stories and how the United States of America came to be.

Copies of the book are available at the Library. E-audiobook versions are available on our website.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Book Clubs and Author Visits |

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Mon, Jun 23 10:00AM to 9:00PM
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Wed, Jun 25 10:00AM to 9:00PM
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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

Toddler Time
Wed, Jun 25, 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.
This event is full
Loom Knitting
Wed, Jun 25, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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 yrs
Tie Dye Party!
Wed, Jun 25, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2,Outdoor Patio
Celebrate summer by joining us for a tie-dye event! Everyone is asked to bring 2 items that are 80% cotton or higher to dye. Please wear clothing you don't mind getting stained.
Let's Play Storytime
Thu, Jun 26, 11:00am - 11:45am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Join us for stories and games for fun and learning! We’ll end our time together enjoying games and puzzles with our new friends.
Around the World in 60 Minutes - Beach Getaway
Thu, Jun 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Adults are invited to experience immersive virtual reality (VR) at the Library.
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Around the World in 60 Minutes - Beach Getaway
Thu, Jun 26, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library
Adults are invited to experience immersive virtual reality (VR) at the Library.
Park District Visit
Fri, Jun 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will present a storytime at the Park District.
Floor is Lava Jr.
Fri, Jun 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Work with your fellow junior adventurers to cross the lava covered ground, while completing obstacles. Recommended ages: 5-8 yrs
Floor is Lava
Fri, Jun 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Work with your fellow adventurers to cross the lava covered ground, while completing obstacles. Recommended ages: 9-11 yrs
Bouncy Ball Science
Mon, Jun 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Make and test out your very own bouncy balls! We will experiment with different recipes to see which ball bounces the best. Recommended age: 9-12 yrs
Animal Lovers Storytime - Hedgehogs
Mon, Jun 30, 3:00pm - 3:25pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Join us for a storytime about hedgehogs, featuring a real live hedgehog! Children will be allowed to meet the hedgehog! Recommended age: 3-7 yrs
This event is full
Animal Lovers Storytime - Hedgehogs Repeat
Mon, Jun 30, 3:35pm - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Join us for a storytime about hedgehogs, featuring a real live hedgehog! Children will be allowed to meet the hedgehog! Recommended age: 3-7 yrs
This event is full
Adventures in Art!
Tue, Jul 01, 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
Afternoon Adventures in Art!
Tue, Jul 01, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
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!
The Floor Is Lava Game Night
Tue, Jul 01, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Come see how quickly you can complete an obstacle course. Bring a friend or try it alone, but don’t fall in! You are welcome to stay as long or as little as you would like. Recommended age: 5 yrs & up
Toddler Time
Wed, Jul 02, 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.
Loom Knitting
Wed, Jul 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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 yrs
Teen Hack a Painting
Wed, Jul 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Make old artwork your own as you hack a painting! For ages 11-16.
Let’s Play Storytime
Thu, Jul 03, 11:00am - 11:45am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Join us for stories and games for fun and learning! We’ll end our time together enjoying games and puzzles with our new friends.
STEAM Tots
Mon, Jul 07, 11:00am - 11:45am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2,Outdoor Patio
Let’s learn and play with STEAM this summer! Each session we will have activities that relate to science, technology, engineering, art and/or math.
This event is full
Afternoon STEAM Tots
Mon, Jul 07, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2,Outdoor Patio
Let’s learn and play with STEAM this summer! Each session we will have activities that relate to science, technology, engineering, art and/or math.
Animal Lovers Storytime - Frogs & Toads
Mon, Jul 07, 3:00pm - 3:25pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Join us for a storytime about frogs and toads, featuring real live frogs and toads! Children will be allowed to meet the frogs and toads! Recommended age: 3-7 yrs
Animal Lovers Storytime - Frogs & Toads Repeat
Mon, Jul 07, 3:35pm - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Join us for a storytime about frogs and toads, featuring real live frogs and toads! Children will be allowed to meet the frogs and toads! Recommended age: 3-7 yrs
Wood Carving Meetup
Mon, Jul 07, 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.
Toddler Play
Tue, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Toddlers will play group games as they learn the social skills needed to play with others. Have fun while meeting other toddlers and parents. Recommended age: 2-4 years with a caregiver
Polish Storytime
Tue, Jul 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 finished. Recommended ages: 3-7 yrs
Toddler Time
Wed, Jul 09, 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, Jul 09, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
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.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 1 2025 at 10:00am
Loom Knitting
Wed, Jul 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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 yrs
Teen Stop Motion - Part 1 of 3: Creation
Wed, Jul 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Come learn how to create your own stop motion movie! In this part, learn how to create your own character and manipulate it. For ages 11-16.
Let’s Play Storytime
Thu, Jul 10, 11:00am - 11:45am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Join us for stories and games for fun and learning! We’ll end our time together enjoying games and puzzles with our new friends.
Magic of Scott Green - Family Entertainment Night
Thu, Jul 10, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Scott Green has performed magic on WGN, Penn & Teller: Fool Us, and even the scoreboard at Chicago Bulls games. Now you can be part of his immensely fun, surprising and interactive magic show.
Park District Visit
Fri, Jul 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will present a storytime at the Park District.
Adult Crafting and Social Circle
Fri, Jul 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.
Are You Ready For It? - A Swiftie Par-tay!
Fri, Jul 11, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
You’ll be enchanted by this class all about Taylor. Come dressed in your favorite era! Recommended ages: 6-12 yrs
Swiftie Sips & Trivia
Fri, Jul 11, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Are you ready for it? Test your Taylor Swift knowledge in the most enchanting trivia game! Teams or solo play are welcome. Champagne will be served. 21+
Karma is St. Sophia's Forgotten Felines
Sat, Jul 12, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room ,Small Meeting Room
St. Sophia's Forgotten Felines will be visiting the library with some adorable, adoptable cats!
Taylor's Bejeweled Coasters
Mon, Jul 14, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Make a fun coaster for your room with a Taylor Swift flair! For ages 11-16
Animal Lovers Storytime - Mice
Mon, Jul 14, 3:00pm - 3:25pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Join us for a storytime about mice, featuring a real life mouse! Children will be allowed to meet the mouse! Recommended age: 3-7 yrs
Animal Lovers Storytime - Mice Repeat
Mon, Jul 14, 3:35pm - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Join us for a storytime about mice, featuring a real life mouse! Children will be allowed to meet the mouse! Recommended age: 3-7 yrs
Adventures in Art!
Tue, Jul 15, 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
Afternoon Adventures in Art!
Tue, Jul 15, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
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!
Paper Rings and More-Taylor Swift Family Craft Night
Tue, Jul 15, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Come make some Taylor Swift themed 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
Toddler Time
Wed, Jul 16, 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.
Loom Knitting
Wed, Jul 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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 yrs
Look What You Made Me Do...UV Resin
Wed, Jul 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Celebrate our Taylor Swift week with a guitar pick or guitar made from resin! For ages 11-16
Excel Charts with Ann Stovall
Wed, Jul 16, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Wood Dale Public Library
Learn how to create simple charts to visualize your data. Discover basic chart types and formatting options.
Book Club Express - The Newcomer by Mary Kay Andrews
Wed, Jul 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, Jul 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.
Let’s Play Storytime
Thu, Jul 17, 11:00am - 11:45am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Join us for stories and games for fun and learning! We’ll end our time together enjoying games and puzzles with our new friends.
Swiftie Dance Party
Thu, Jul 17, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
You belong with me, together we’ll dance, sing songs and make Taylor themed crafts. Costumes are encouraged but not required.
An Enchanted Evening with Taylor - Family Entertainment Night
Thu, Jul 17, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Does your calendar have a Blank Space on July 17? Don't miss a beat at our Taylor Swift tribute! Exchange and make friendship bracelets, sing along, and shake it off with a dance lesson.
Level Up Your Keychains
Fri, Jul 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Create a game themed key chain for your backpack! Recommended ages: 6-11 yrs
Murder on a Sailing Cruise - Mystery Game
Fri, Jul 18, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room ,Small Meeting Room
Imagine you are on a pleasure nighttime cruise. Then a murder on board and a disaster occur. You must work on finding the killer, and ... surviving. Register by July 11. Adults only.
Early Childhood Extravaganza at the Bensenville Library
Sat, Jul 19, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Join us in partnership with the Bensenville Library to explore local community programs and resources available to support your early learners! This program will be held at the Bensenville Library.
Take & Make - Strawberry Centerpiece
Mon, Jul 21, All day
Wood Dale Public Library
Create a strawberry and floral centerpiece for your summer table. Pick up your supplies, then follow along with the instructions provided. WDPL cardholders only. One per household.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 1 2025 at 10:00am
Spice Club - Featured Spice: Herbes de Provence
Mon, Jul 21, 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 Tuesday, July 1 2025 at 10:00am
STEAM Tots
Mon, Jul 21, 11:00am - 11:45am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2,Outdoor Patio
Let’s learn and play with STEAM this summer! Each session we will have activities that relate to science, technology, engineering, art and/or math.
This event is full
Afternoon STEAM Tots
Mon, Jul 21, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2,Outdoor Patio
Let’s learn and play with STEAM this summer! Each session we will have activities that relate to science, technology, engineering, art and/or math.
Animal Lovers Storytime - Insects
Mon, Jul 21, 3:00pm - 3:25pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Join us for a storytime about insects, featuring real live insects! Children will be allowed to meet the insects! Recommended ages: 3-7 yrs
Fix My Posture
Mon, Jul 21, 3:00pm - 4:55pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
In today’s world of excessive computer, tablet, and smartphone use, everyone could benefit from some help with their posture. R.J Zamar, a licensed physical therapist will educate you on what to do.
Animal Lovers Storytime - Insects Repeat
Mon, Jul 21, 3:35pm - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Join us for a storytime about insects, featuring real live insects! Children will be allowed to meet the insects! Recommended ages: 3-7 yrs
Wood Carving Meetup
Mon, Jul 21, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Drop in and discover a new hobby with the North Suburban Carvers! Join the learning and carving session—no experience needed.
Toddler Play
Tue, Jul 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Toddlers will play group games as they learn the social skills needed to play with others. Have fun while meeting other toddlers and parents. Recommended age: 2-4 years with a caregiver
Toddler Snow Play
Tue, Jul 22, 11:00am - 11:30am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Experience the magic of winter, without the cold! We will transform a room into a winter wonderland filled with shredded paper “snow” for lots of imaginative play. Enjoy this unique sensory activity.
Let It Snow: Indoor Snow Play!
Tue, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Experience the magic of winter in July! We will transform a room into a winter wonderland filled with shredded paper “snow” for lots of imaginative play and other snow activities.
Let It Snow: Indoor Snow Play!
Tue, Jul 22, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Experience the magic of winter in July! We will transform a room into a winter wonderland filled with shredded paper “snow” for lots of imaginative play and other snow activities.
Grilling with Chef Tony
Tue, Jul 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Outdoor Patio
Chef Tony Cannon will come to demonstrate proper and delicious grilling techniques. Program will take place on our outdoor patio. Recipes and samples provided. WDPL cardholders.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 1 2025 at 10:00am
Toddler Time
Wed, Jul 23, 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.
Loom Knitting
Wed, Jul 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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 yrs
Teen Stop Motion - Part 2 of 3: Filming!
Wed, Jul 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Come learn how to create your own stop motion movie! In this part, start filming your stop motion movie. Please remember your character and a device to record on. For ages 11-16.
Red Cross Blood Drive
Thu, Jul 24, 11:00am - 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
Let’s Play Storytime
Thu, Jul 24, 11:00am - 11:45am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Join us for stories and games for fun and learning! We’ll end our time together enjoying games and puzzles with our new friends.
Christmas Eve Jammie Jam
Thu, Jul 24, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Get ready to jingle and jam with us! We’ll dance, sing songs and play games together to celebrate Christmas in July! Pajamas are encouraged but not required.
Science Heroes: Adventure of the Missing Color - Family Entertainment Night
Thu, Jul 24, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Join Science Heroes on our mission to turn science into an adventure!
Nonfiction Readers' Club - The Virginia Dynasty by Lynne Cheney
Thu, Jul 24, 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!
Park District Visit
Fri, Jul 25, 10:00am - 10:30am
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will present a storytime at the Park District.
Winter Wonderland Baby Play
Fri, Jul 25, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Bring your baby to romp in our Winter Wonderland play ground! Recommended age: 0-4 yrs with adult
Rudolph's Reindeer Games
Fri, Jul 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Let’s play some reindeer games! Race against time as you play Christmas themed minute to win it games. Recommended ages: 8-11 yrs
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