Name: Are You Ready For It?
Start: 2025-07-11T14:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-07-11T15:30:00-05:00
Location: Wood Dale Public Library

Are You Ready For It?

A Swiftie Par-tay!

2025-07-11 14:00:00 2025-07-11 15:30:00 America/Chicago Are You Ready For It? You’ll be enchanted by this class all about Taylor. Come dressed in your favorite era! Recommended ages: 6-12 yrs Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

Friday, July 11
2:00pm - 3:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-07-11 14:00:00 2025-07-11 15:30:00 America/Chicago Are You Ready For It? You’ll be enchanted by this class all about Taylor. Come dressed in your favorite era! Recommended ages: 6-12 yrs Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

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

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | Children's Program |

TAGS: | swiftie |

Wood Dale Public Library

Hours

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

Potty Party!

Thu, Jun 12, 11:00am - 11:45am

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Summer fun, diapers are done! Is your “big kid” ready to say goodbye to diapers? Join us for a Potty Party, we will read books, play games, and prepare for potty training.

Registration is now closed

Thursday Mix - Mind Games, The Science of Perception Deception

Thu, Jun 12, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

Our brain decides how we perceive everything around us except for when it lies to us. In this engaging program, William Pack explores the science of how our brains trick us.

Registration is now closed

Hats Off to Dads

Thu, Jun 12, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Celebrate the special dad in your life! Spend time together while creating a work of art. Recommended ages: 5-12 with adult *Please be sure that everyone attending is included in your registration

Registration is now closed

Not Your Mother's Book Club - HOOKED by Emily McIntire

Thu, Jun 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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.

Registration is now closed

Giant Bubbles - Family Entertainment Night - Anastasia Filippova

Thu, Jun 12, 6:30pm - 7:15pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Join us for an amazing show with fantastic bubbles tricks like square bubbles, fire bubbles bubble fountains and many other bubble tricks.

Registration is now closed

Park District Visit

Fri, Jun 13, 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, Jun 13, 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.

Personalized Puzzles

Fri, Jun 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Transform blank puzzles into your very own works of art. Design, trade and test, then take home your puzzle after the program. Recommended ages: 6-11 yrs

Mystery At the Library

Fri, Jun 13, 6:00pm - 8:45pm

Wood Dale Public Library

There has been a crime in the library! Heart pounding, you head to safety to begin the investigation to solve the mystery. You must be going into 6th, 7th or 8th grade.

This event is full

Strawberry Picking Field Trip - Stade's Farm & Market

Sat, Jun 14, 8:00am - 12:30pm

Stade's Farm

Join the Library for an exciting trip to Stade's Farm & Market in McHenry to pick your own strawberries. They are delicious! Prices: $7 for 1-quart basket & $20 for a 4-quart basket.

Puzzle Swap

Sat, Jun 14, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

Love doing jigsaw puzzles but ran out of new ones? Bring in your old ones and swap them with other people while enjoying some casual conversation.

Friendship Bracelets for Teens

Sat, Jun 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Come make friendship bracelets with your friends!

Take & Make - American Flag Craft

Mon, Jun 16, All day

Wood Dale Public Library

Create a unique and patriotic American flag decoration. Pick up your supplies, then follow along with the instructions provided. WDPL cardholders only. One per household.

This event is full

Take & Bake - Strawberry Sugar Cookies

Mon, Jun 16, All day

Wood Dale Public Library

These sweet crowd-pleasers are perfect for any Summer party. Pick up a bag of supplies and follow along with the provided recipe. One per household.

Registration is now closed

STEAM Tots

Mon, Jun 16, 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.

Afternoon STEAM Tots

Mon, Jun 16, 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 - Rabbits

Mon, Jun 16, 3:00pm - 3:25pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Join us for a storytime about rabbits, featuring a real live rabbit! Children will be allowed to meet the rabbit! Recommended age: 3-7 yrs

This event is full

Animal Lovers Storytime - Rabbits Repeat

Mon, Jun 16, 3:35pm - 4:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Join us for a storytime about rabbits, featuring a real live rabbit! Children will be allowed to meet the rabbit! Recommended age: 3-7 yrs

This event is full

The Buddy Pet Loss Support Group

Mon, Jun 16, 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 16, 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, Jun 17, 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, Jun 17, 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!

This event is full

Moana Fun & Games

Tue, Jun 17, 6:00pm - 6:45pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

If you loved watching the Moana movies, come have a fun evening playing some active group games, inspired by your favorite characters. Recommended age: 5 years & up

Klub Książki - Polish Book Club

Tue, Jun 17, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Art Gallery Kafe - 127 E Front St, Wood Dale

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.

State Senator Lewis & State Rep. Sanalitro ICASH Event

Wed, Jun 18, 10:00am - 3:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

State Senator Seth Lewis & State Rep. Jennifer Sanalitro will host the Illinois State Treasurer's office to help residents locate unclaimed property.

Toddler Time

Wed, Jun 18, 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, Jun 18, 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 Resin Craft

Wed, Jun 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Make a fun resin figure for your room! Please wear clothes you don't mind getting a little dirty.

This event is full

Book Club Express - Listen for the Lie by Amy Tintera

Wed, Jun 18, 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, Jun 18, 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, Jun 19, 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.

Animal Quest - Family Entertainment Night

Thu, Jun 19, 6:30pm - 7:15pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Meet and learn about a variety of animals up close and personal.

Nonfiction Readers' Club - Fuzz: When Nature Breaks the Law by Mary Roach

Thu, Jun 19, 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!

Dog Man's Bone-anza!

Fri, Jun 20, 1:00pm - 1:45pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

Do you like Dogman? So do we! Join us for fun activities based on the hit book series. Then stay for a showing of the movie! Recommended ages: 5-10 yrs

Dog Man Movie Time!

Fri, Jun 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

Bring your friends and stay for a movie showing of Dog Man! Recommended ages: 5 and up

Saturday Art Studio

Sat, Jun 21, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Stop in and create a piece of artwork to display at home! We will have several art stations to explore and enjoy together.

This event is full

Plant Swap

Sat, Jun 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Outdoor Patio

Bring in a plant cutting and pick up new plants to add to your collection!

VR Games

Mon, Jun 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm

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

VR Games

Mon, Jun 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

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

Animal Lovers Storytime - Turtles

Mon, Jun 23, 3:00pm - 3:25pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Join us for a storytime about turtles, featuring real live turtles! Children will be allowed to meet the turtles! Recommended age: 3-7 yrs

Animal Lovers Storytime - Turtles Repeat

Mon, Jun 23, 3:35pm - 4:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Join us for a storytime about turtles, featuring real live turtles! Children will be allowed to meet the turtles! Recommended age: 3-7 yrs

Toddler Play

Tue, Jun 24, 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

Minute to Win It Family Game Night

Tue, Jun 24, 6:00pm - 6:45pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

These minute long games will be fun for the whole family. Work together or compete to see who is the fastest. You are welcome to stay as long or as little as you would like.

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.

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.

Around the World in 60 Minutes - Beach Getaway

Thu, Jun 26, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

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

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

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!

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.

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.

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

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

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!

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Mon, Jun 09	10:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Jun 10	10:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Jun 11	10:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Jun 12	10:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Jun 13	10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jun 14	10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jun 15	Closed

Are You Ready For It?

A Swiftie Par-tay!

Friday, July 112:00pm - 3:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library

Wood Dale Public Library

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Friday, July 11
2:00pm - 3:30pm