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Stuffed Animal Pickup & Craft
2025-08-16 13:00:00 2025-08-16 15:00:00 America/Chicago Stuffed Animal Pickup & Craft After you and your stuffie are reunited make a memory book that showcases all the fun they had the night before! Recommended ages: 4-11 yrs Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Saturday, August 16
1:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-08-16 13:00:00 2025-08-16 15:00:00 America/Chicago Stuffed Animal Pickup & Craft After you and your stuffie are reunited make a memory book that showcases all the fun they had the night before! Recommended ages: 4-11 yrs Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Wood Dale Public Library

Activity Room 1

After you and your stuffie are reunited make a memory book that showcases all the fun they had the night before! Recommended ages: 4-11 yrs

AGE GROUP: | Toddlers & Preschool | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | Arts & Crafts |

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Wood Dale Public Library
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Phone: 630-766-6762
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Mon, Jul 14 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Jul 15 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Jul 16 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Jul 17 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Jul 18 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jul 19 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jul 20 Closed
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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

WDPL @ Summer School
Thu, Jul 17, 9:20am - 9:45am
Westview School
Youth Services will visit Summer School for STEM lesson/storytime and book check out.
WDPL @ Summer School
Thu, Jul 17, 9:45am - 10:10am
Westview School
Youth Services will visit Summer School for STEM lesson/storytime and book check out.
WDPL @ Summer School
Thu, Jul 17, 10:10am - 10:35am
Westview School
Youth Services will visit Summer School for STEM lesson/storytime and book check out.
WDPL @ Summer School
Thu, Jul 17, 10:35am - 11:00am
Westview School
Youth Services will visit Summer School for STEM lesson/storytime and book check out.
WDPL @ Summer School
Thu, Jul 17, 11:00am - 11:25am
Westview School
Youth Services will visit Summer School for STEM lesson/storytime and book check out.
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.
Registration is now closed
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.
Registration is now closed
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.
This event is full
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.
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
This event is full
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.
WDPL @ Summer School
Tue, Jul 22, 9:20am - 9:45am
Westview School
Youth Services will visit Summer School for STEM lesson/storytime and book check out.
WDPL @ Summer School
Tue, Jul 22, 9:45am - 10:10am
Westview School
Youth Services will visit Summer School for STEM lesson/storytime and book check out.
WDPL @ Summer School
Tue, Jul 22, 10:10am - 10:35am
Westview School
Youth Services will visit Summer School for STEM lesson/storytime and book check out.
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
WDPL @ Summer School
Tue, Jul 22, 10:35am - 11:00am
Westview School
Youth Services will visit Summer School for STEM lesson/storytime and book check out.
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.
WDPL @ Summer School
Tue, Jul 22, 11:00am - 11:25am
Westview School
Youth Services will visit Summer School for STEM lesson/storytime and book check out.
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.
This event is full
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.
WDPL @ Summer School
Thu, Jul 24, 9:20am - 9:45am
Westview School
Youth Services will visit Summer School for STEM lesson/storytime and book check out.
WDPL @ Summer School
Thu, Jul 24, 9:45am - 10:10am
Westview School
Youth Services will visit Summer School for STEM lesson/storytime and book check out.
WDPL @ Summer School
Thu, Jul 24, 10:10am - 10:35am
Westview School
Youth Services will visit Summer School for STEM lesson/storytime and book check out.
WDPL @ Summer School
Thu, Jul 24, 10:35am - 11:00am
Westview School
Youth Services will visit Summer School for STEM lesson/storytime and book check out.
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.
WDPL @ Summer School
Thu, Jul 24, 11:00am - 11:25am
Westview School
Youth Services will visit Summer School for STEM lesson/storytime and book check out.
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
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
WDPL @ Summer School
Tue, Jul 29, 9:20am - 9:45am
Westview School
Youth Services will visit Summer School for STEM lesson/storytime and book check out.
WDPL @ Summer School
Tue, Jul 29, 9:45am - 10:10am
Westview School
Youth Services will visit Summer School for STEM lesson/storytime and book check out.
WDPL @ Summer School
Tue, Jul 29, 10:10am - 10:35am
Westview School
Youth Services will visit Summer School for STEM lesson/storytime and book check out.
WDPL @ Summer School
Tue, Jul 29, 10:35am - 11:00am
Westview School
Youth Services will visit Summer School for STEM lesson/storytime and book check out.
WDPL @ Summer School
Tue, Jul 29, 11:00am - 11:25am
Westview School
Youth Services will visit Summer School for STEM lesson/storytime and book check out.
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.
This event is full
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
WDPL @ Summer School
Thu, Jul 31, 9:20am - 9:45am
Westview School
Youth Services will visit Summer School for STEM lesson/storytime and book check out.
WDPL @ Summer School
Thu, Jul 31, 9:45am - 10:10am
Westview School
Youth Services will visit Summer School for STEM lesson/storytime and book check out.
WDPL @ Summer School
Thu, Jul 31, 10:10am - 10:35am
Westview School
Youth Services will visit Summer School for STEM lesson/storytime and book check out.
WDPL @ Summer School
Thu, Jul 31, 10:35am - 11:00am
Westview School
Youth Services will visit Summer School for STEM lesson/storytime and book check out.
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.
WDPL @ Summer School
Thu, Jul 31, 11:00am - 11:25am
Westview School
Youth Services will visit Summer School for STEM lesson/storytime and book check out.
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
Reading Goal Foam Party!
Sat, Aug 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Celebrate completing the 2025 Level Up Reading Challenge with a fabulous foam party! Readers who have logged 20 hours of reading will receive an invitation.
Reading Goal Foam Party!
Sat, Aug 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Celebrate completing the 2025 Level Up Reading Challenge with a fabulous foam party! Readers who have logged 20 hours of reading will receive an invitation.
Reading Goal Foam Party!
Sat, Aug 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Celebrate completing the 2025 Level Up Reading Challenge with a fabulous foam party! Readers who have logged 20 hours of reading will receive an invitation.
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.
Adult Crafting and Social Circle
Fri, Aug 08, 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.
Barbie - The History of America's Most Famous Doll
Mon, Aug 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Join us for Barbie fun for grown-ups! In this illustrated presentation, historian Leslie Goddard delves into the history of Barbie and her inventor Ruth Handler. Pink refreshments will be served.
Polish Storytime
Tue, Aug 12, 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
Klub Książki - Polish Book Club
Tue, Aug 12, 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.
Not Your Mother's Book Club - The Wedding People by Alison Espach
Thu, Aug 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
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.
Backyard Birds of DuPage County - Presented by the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County
Thu, Aug 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Discover the birds likely to be encountered at backyard birdfeeders in DuPage County.
Stuffed Animal Sleepover
Fri, Aug 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Bring your stuffie to a library sleepover! We’ll start the day by making name tags for our stuffie friends, enjoy a movie together, and then put them to bed.
Stuffed Animal Pickup & Craft
Sat, Aug 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
After you and your stuffie are reunited make a memory book that showcases all the fun they had the night before! Recommended ages: 4-11 yrs
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