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Teen Stop Motion

Part 3 of 3: Showtime!
2025-08-06 15:00:00 2025-08-06 17:00:00 America/Chicago Teen Stop Motion Come learn how to create your own stop motion movie! In this final part, show your finished movie to family and friends in a stop motion film festival! For ages 11-16. Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Wednesday, August 06
3:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-08-06 15:00:00 2025-08-06 17:00:00 America/Chicago Teen Stop Motion Come learn how to create your own stop motion movie! In this final part, show your finished movie to family and friends in a stop motion film festival! For ages 11-16. Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Wood Dale Public Library

Activity Room 1

Come learn how to create your own stop motion movie! In this final part, show your finished movie to family and friends in a stop motion film festival! For ages 11-16.

Please add how many guests you are bringing so we know how many will be attending the film festival!

AGE GROUP: | Tweens & Teens |

EVENT TYPE: | Computer & Technology |

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Phone: 630-766-6762
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Mon, Jul 07 10:00AM to 9:00PM
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Wed, Jul 09 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 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.
This event is full
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.
This event is full
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, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library
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
This event is full
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!
This event is full
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.
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.
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.
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 6. 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.
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.
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.
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
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
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.
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
Teen Just Dance Party
Sat, Jul 26, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Come play Just Dance on the Switch with friends! Play for the whole 2 hours or play for 2 songs, just have fun! For ages 11-16
Animal Lovers Storytime - Birds
Mon, Jul 28, 3:00pm - 3:25pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Join us for a storytime about birds, featuring real live birds! Children will be allowed to meet the birds! Recommended ages: 3-7 yrs
This event is full
Animal Lovers Storytime - Birds Repeat
Mon, Jul 28, 3:35pm - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Join us for a storytime about birds, featuring real live birds! Children will be allowed to meet the birds! Recommended ages: 3-7 yrs
This event is full
Water Balloon Math
Mon, Jul 28, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2,Outdoor Patio
Let’s practice our math skills with this fun interactive game with water balloons! Dress appropriately, you might get wet. Recommended ages: 6-11 yrs
Adventures in Art!
Tue, Jul 29, 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 29, 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
Giant Game Family Night
Tue, Jul 29, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Come play giant versions of some of your favorite games 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
Mystery Lovers' Book Club
Tue, Jul 29, 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, Jul 30, 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 30, 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 DIY Funko
Wed, Jul 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Come design your own Funko! Hang out with friends and create your own character or yourself. For ages 11-16
Let’s Play Storytime
Thu, Jul 31, 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.
1,000 Books Celebration!
Thu, Jul 31, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Whether you are about to start, are already reading or have finished your 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten journey, join us to celebrate!
Culture Shock Chicago - Family Entertainment Night
Thu, Jul 31, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Culture Shock Chicago brings high energy, entertaining performance featuring a DJ and an ensemble of highly skilled dancers.
Clay Creations
Fri, Aug 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Bring your ideas to life and unleash your creativity using air dry clay! Sculpt desk buddies, magnets, or whatever else you'd like. Recommended ages: 6-11 yrs
STEAM Tots
Mon, Aug 04, 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, Aug 04, 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.
Wood Carving Meetup
Mon, Aug 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.
Encanto Fun & Games
Tue, Aug 05, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
If you loved watching the movie Encanto, come have a fun evening playing some active group games, inspired by your favorite characters. Recommended age: 5 yrs & up
VR Games for Adults
Tue, Aug 05, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Ready, set, play! Learn the basics of Meta Quest VR while playing immersive games on our headsets. Wood Dale Public Library cardholders only for the first week of registration.
Teen Stop Motion - Part 3 of 3: Showtime!
Wed, Aug 06, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Come learn how to create your own stop motion movie! In this final part, show your finished movie to family and friends in a stop motion film festival! For ages 11-16.
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