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Decorate and Celebrate: A Grandparents Day Cupcake Workshop
2025-09-04 18:00:00 2025-09-04 18:45:00 America/Chicago Decorate and Celebrate: A Grandparents Day Cupcake Workshop Celebrate Grandparent’s Day with cupcake decorating! Even if grandparents cannot attend in person, this is a chance to create sweet memories and beautiful treats to share! Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Thursday, September 04
6:00pm - 6:45pm

Add to Calendar 2025-09-04 18:00:00 2025-09-04 18:45:00 America/Chicago Decorate and Celebrate: A Grandparents Day Cupcake Workshop Celebrate Grandparent’s Day with cupcake decorating! Even if grandparents cannot attend in person, this is a chance to create sweet memories and beautiful treats to share! Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Wood Dale Public Library

Activity Room 2

Celebrate Grandparent’s Day with cupcake decorating! Even if grandparents cannot attend in person, this is a chance to create sweet memories and beautiful treats to share!

Please register everyone in your party who is decorating.

Recommended Ages: 6-11 years with a caregiver

AGE GROUP: | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | Culinary Arts |

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Wood Dale Public Library
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Phone: 630-766-6762
Hours
Mon, Aug 25 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Aug 26 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Aug 27 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Aug 28 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Aug 29 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Aug 30 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Aug 31 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

College of DuPage ELA Testing
Tue, Aug 26, 6:30pm - 8:55pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
All English Language Acquisition (ELA) students are required to complete a placement test prior to starting their classes.
Back to School Family Night- Wood Dale Jr High
Wed, Aug 27, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services attends School Night at the Wood Dale Junior High.
College of DuPage ELA Testing
Thu, Aug 28, 6:30pm - 8:55pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
All English Language Acquisition (ELA) students are required to complete a placement test prior to starting their classes.
Monthly Movie Showing - Thelma
Fri, Aug 29, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
An elderly grandmother after getting conned by a phone scammer, sets out to take back what's hers. MPAA rating: PG-13; for strong language. Please note, the run time for this movie is 97 minutes.
Family Game Night
Tue, Sep 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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. Registration is required.
English Language Acquisition (ELA) Classes with COD
Tue, Sep 02, 6:30pm - 8:55pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Free English Language Acquisition (ELA) classes develop your conversation, listening and speaking, reading and writing skills.
STEAM Lab: Cloud Dough
Wed, Sep 03, 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.
Decorate and Celebrate: A Grandparents Day Cupcake Workshop
Thu, Sep 04, 11:00am - 11:45am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Celebrate Grandparent’s Day with cupcake decorating! Even if grandparents cannot attend in person, this is a chance to create sweet memories and beautiful treats to share!
Decorate and Celebrate: A Grandparents Day Cupcake Workshop
Thu, Sep 04, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Celebrate Grandparent’s Day with cupcake decorating! Even if grandparents cannot attend in person, this is a chance to create sweet memories and beautiful treats to share!
Tour & Taste Lynfred Winery
Thu, Sep 04, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lynfred Winery
Meet us at the Lynfred Winery in Roselle to enjoy a tour and wine tasting with the Library. Transportation is not provided. Must be 21+. ID's required. Address: 15 S Roselle Rd, Roselle, IL 60172
This event is full
English Language Acquisition (ELA) Classes with COD
Thu, Sep 04, 6:30pm - 8:55pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Free English Language Acquisition (ELA) classes develop your conversation, listening and speaking, reading and writing skills.
STEAM Tots
Mon, Sep 08, 11:00am - 11:45am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Let’s learn and play with STEAM! Each session will explore different topics that relate to science, technology, engineering, art or math geared toward the younger ones.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 2 2025 at 10:00am
Sewing 101 for Teens
Mon, Sep 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Learn the basics of how to sew by hand! You can even start your own project.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 2 2025 at 10:00am
Wood Carving Meetup
Mon, Sep 08, 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, Sep 09, 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!
Registration opens Tuesday, September 2 2025 at 10:00am
Polish Storytime
Tue, Sep 09, 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.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 2 2025 at 10:00am
English Language Acquisition (ELA) Classes with COD
Tue, Sep 09, 6:30pm - 8:55pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Free English Language Acquisition (ELA) classes develop your conversation, listening and speaking, reading and writing skills.
Toddler Time
Wed, Sep 10, 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.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 2 2025 at 10:00am
Wacky Wednesday
Wed, Sep 10, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Enjoy a craft, activity, and snack with your friends on early dismissal Wednesdays.
PTO Back to School Picnic- Oakbrook
Wed, Sep 10, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will attend the PTO Picnic at Oakbrook Elementary.
Peggy Garvin Fall Outdoor Container
Wed, Sep 10, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Peggy Garvin will show you how to make a vibrant Fall arrangement. The cost for supplies is $30.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 2 2025 at 10:00am
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Sep 11, 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.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 2 2025 at 10:00am
Virtual Explorers: Journey to the Deep Sea
Thu, Sep 11, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Get ready to go on an underwater adventure! Learn about and virtually visit the deep sea, then enjoy some related crafts and activities.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 2 2025 at 10:00am
English Language Acquisition (ELA) Classes with COD
Thu, Sep 11, 6:30pm - 8:55pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Free English Language Acquisition (ELA) classes develop your conversation, listening and speaking, reading and writing skills.
Adult Crafting and Social Circle
Fri, Sep 12, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library
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.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 2 2025 at 10:00am
Monthly Movie Showing - On Golden Pond
Fri, Sep 12, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
A crotchety old professor and his wife spend their summer together on a lake in New England while their daughter visits. MPAA rating: PG. Please note, the run time for this movie is 105 minutes.
STEAM Saturday
Sat, Sep 13, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Come and play with STEAM! Join us for this open play with all things STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) related. There will be something for everyone!
Registration opens Tuesday, September 2 2025 at 10:00am
Plant Swap
Sat, Sep 13, 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!
Registration opens Tuesday, September 2 2025 at 10:00am
Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise
Sun, Sep 14, 10:00am - 5:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library
Wood Dale Library patrons can experience the famous CAC River Cruise. This tour involves a moderate amount of walking and steep stairs. There is no charge to participate.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 2 2025 at 10:00am
Take & Bake - Polish Apple Cake
Mon, Sep 15, All day
Wood Dale Public Library
Learn to make traditional Polish Apple Cake - Szarlotka. Pick up a bag of supplies and follow along with the provided recipe. One per household. WDPL cardholders.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 2 2025 at 10:00am
Spice Club - Featured Spice: Cinnamon
Mon, Sep 15, 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, September 2 2025 at 10:00am
Take & Make: Witchy Pumpkin Craft
Mon, Sep 15, All day
Wood Dale Public Library
Create an adorable witchy pumpkin decoration for the fall. Pick up your supplies, then follow along with the instructions provided. WDPL cardholders only. One per household.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 2 2025 at 10:00am
Yoga Adventure Jr.
Mon, Sep 15, 11:00am - 11:30am
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.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 2 2025 at 10:00am
Hispanic Heritage Kick-Off Party
Mon, Sep 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
La Michoacana
Help us kickoff Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations at Wood Dale's family owned La Michoacana Supreme! Ice cream will be provided by the Wood Dale Public Library for each child that attends.
¡Fiesta Mexicana!
Tue, Sep 16, 11:00am - 11:45am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Let’s Fiesta! Join us as we read, dance and play games together. We will end our afternoon with a piñata! Red, white, and green is our theme. Dress up is encouraged but not required.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 2 2025 at 10:00am
Family STEAM Night
Tue, Sep 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Try out some fun STEAM activities as a family. You are welcome to stay as long or as little as you would like. Registration is required.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 2 2025 at 10:00am
English Language Acquisition (ELA) Classes with COD
Tue, Sep 16, 6:30pm - 8:55pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Free English Language Acquisition (ELA) classes develop your conversation, listening and speaking, reading and writing skills.
Toddler Time
Wed, Sep 17, 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.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 2 2025 at 10:00am
Crafternoon: Initial Art
Wed, Sep 17, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Join us for a crafty good time! We will decorate our favorite initials using different craft supplies. When registering, please make sure to choose which letter you would like.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 2 2025 at 10:00am
Excel Basics with Ann Stovall
Wed, Sep 17, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Adult Computer Lab
Get started with excel by learning how to enter data, format cells, and navigate worksheets.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 2 2025 at 10:00am
Book Club Express - The Jackal's Mistress by Chris Bohjalian
Wed, Sep 17, 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.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 2 2025 at 10:00am
Monthly Board of Library Trustees Meeting
Wed, Sep 17, 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.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Sep 18, 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.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 2 2025 at 10:00am
Family Movie Night: ENCANTO - Noche de Película: ENCANTO
Thu, Sep 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Join us for a special screening of Disney's Encanto! Sing along, enjoy delicious snacks, and make exciting crafts that celebrate Colombian culture.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 2 2025 at 10:00am
English Language Acquisition (ELA) Classes with COD
Thu, Sep 18, 6:30pm - 8:55pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Free English Language Acquisition (ELA) classes develop your conversation, listening and speaking, reading and writing skills.
Nonfiction Readers' Club - Once I Was You by Maria Hinojosa
Thu, Sep 18, 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!
Registration opens Tuesday, September 2 2025 at 10:00am
Red Cross Blood Drive
Fri, Sep 19, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Did you know one blood donation can potentially save up to three lives? Join our community and the Red Cross in making a difference by donating blood!
DIY Coasters for Teens
Sat, Sep 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Come use old magazines and comic books to make your own coaster!
Registration opens Tuesday, September 2 2025 at 10:00am
Computer Basics for Seniors - With Ann Stovall
Sat, Sep 20, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Adult Computer Lab
Get comfortable using a computer by learning essential keyboard and mouse skills, navigating the desktop, and exploring basic programs and internet use.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 2 2025 at 10:00am
OKTOBERFEST - Church Street Brewing Co.
Sat, Sep 20, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Celebrate Oktoberfest at the library with beer, food and fun in honor of this yearly German tradition that spans back to 1810!
Registration opens Tuesday, September 2 2025 at 10:00am
Baby Time
Mon, Sep 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
This interactive program will include rhymes, songs and games. Come for 20 minutes of guided pre-reader activities to do with your baby and then 10 minutes of play and socialization for both of you.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 2 2025 at 10:00am
STEAM Tots
Mon, Sep 22, 11:00am - 11:45am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Let’s learn and play with STEAM! Each session will explore different topics that relate to science, technology, engineering, art or math geared toward the younger ones.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 2 2025 at 10:00am
The Buddy Pet Loss Support Group
Mon, Sep 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Study Room 3
Grieving the loss of a beloved pet? Join The Buddy Pet Loss Support Group facilitated by an LPC for a 6-week session. To register or for more information, call the facilitator at 630-464-9179.
Wood Carving Meetup
Mon, Sep 22, 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, Sep 23, 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!
Registration opens Tuesday, September 2 2025 at 10:00am
Jewel Osco Vaccine Clinic
Tue, Sep 23, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Protect yourself and your family ahead of this year's flu season. Available vaccines include flu, COVID-19, RSV, pneumonia, shingles, and Hepatitis B.
Family Arts & Crafts Night
Tue, Sep 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Come make some creative crafts as a family. You are welcome to stay as long or as little as you would like. Registration is required.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 2 2025 at 10:00am
English Language Acquisition (ELA) Classes with COD
Tue, Sep 23, 6:30pm - 8:55pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Free English Language Acquisition (ELA) classes develop your conversation, listening and speaking, reading and writing skills.
Toddler Time
Wed, Sep 24, 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.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 2 2025 at 10:00am
Chair Yoga and Tai-Chi - with JoAnn Dickson from Body & Brain Yoga & Tai-Chi
Wed, Sep 24, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Move, think, flow & relax! Stretching, brain games, Tai Chi. Stand part-time or stay comfy in your chair.
Registration opens Monday, September 1 2025 at 10:00am
Wacky Wednesday
Wed, Sep 24, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Enjoy a craft, activity, and snack with your friends on early dismissal Wednesdays.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Sep 25, 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.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 2 2025 at 10:00am
English Language Acquisition (ELA) Classes with COD
Thu, Sep 25, 6:30pm - 8:55pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Free English Language Acquisition (ELA) classes develop your conversation, listening and speaking, reading and writing skills.
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