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Registration opens:
January 02nd, 2026

Puzzle Palooza
2026-01-28 18:00:00 2026-01-28 20:00:00 America/Chicago Puzzle Palooza Team up in groups of 2-4 and race to finish jigsaw puzzles! Three levels—all are welcome. Fastest teams win prizes and bragging rights. Let the puzzling begin! Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

Wednesday, January 28
6:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-01-28 18:00:00 2026-01-28 20:00:00 America/Chicago Puzzle Palooza Team up in groups of 2-4 and race to finish jigsaw puzzles! Three levels—all are welcome. Fastest teams win prizes and bragging rights. Let the puzzling begin! Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

Wood Dale Public Library

Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

Team up in groups of 2-4 and race to finish jigsaw puzzles! Three levels—all are welcome. Fastest teams win prizes and bragging rights. Let the puzzling begin!

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Social Gatherings |

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Wood Dale Public Library
contact@wooddalelibrary.org
Phone: 630-766-6762
Hours
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Mon, Dec 29 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Dec 30 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Dec 31 Closed
Thu, Jan 01 Closed
Fri, Jan 02 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jan 03 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jan 04 Closed
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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

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Puzzle Palooza
Mon, Dec 29, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Join your friends or make some new ones and race against time to put together a 300-piece puzzle.
Noon Year’s Eve Party
Tue, Dec 30, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Get ready to ring in the new year with our exciting Noon Year's Eve Party! Forget staying up until midnight; we're celebrating with a special countdown to noon, so everyone can join in the fun!
This event is full
Library Closed
Wed, Dec 31, All day
Wood Dale Public Library
The Library will be closed for New Year's Eve.
Library Closed
Thu, Jan 01, All day
Wood Dale Public Library
The Library will be closed for New Year's Day.
Pop-up Movie - The Princess Bride
Fri, Jan 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Join us for The Princess Bride to celebrate Rob Reiner’s legacy of timeless storytelling and cinematic magic.
STEAM Tots
Mon, Jan 05, 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.
Encanto Fun & Games
Mon, Jan 05, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
If you loved watching the movie Encanto, come have a fun afternoon playing some active group games, inspired by your favorite characters. Registration is required.
Wood Carving Meetup
Mon, Jan 05, 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.
Family Game Night
Tue, Jan 06, 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.
Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi Office Hours
Wed, Jan 07, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Lobby
Meet with Congressman Krishnamoorthi’s staff! Stop by with any questions you may have about federal topics including social security, veterans’ affairs, immigration, and taxes.
STEAM Lab: Design an Igloo
Wed, Jan 07, 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.
3rd Grade BOB Game 1
Thu, Jan 08, 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Adult Crafting and Social Circle
Fri, Jan 09, 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.
Teen Mario Kart Competition
Sat, Jan 10, 11:00am - 3:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Come hang out and race against your friends!
Android Phone Basics for Seniors
Sat, Jan 10, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room
Learn to navigate your phone, use calls and messages, take photos, and adjust basic settings.
Yoga Adventure Jr.
Mon, Jan 12, 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, games, and songs. You may bring your own yoga mat/towel or use one of our mats.
Registration opens Friday, January 2 2026 at 10:00am
4th Grade BOB Game 1
Mon, Jan 12, 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Polish Storytime
Tue, Jan 13, 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 Friday, January 2 2026 at 10:00am
Toddler Time
Wed, Jan 14, 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 Friday, January 2 2026 at 10:00am
Chair Yoga and Tai-Chi
Wed, Jan 14, 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 Friday, January 2 2026 at 10:00am
Wacky Wednesday
Wed, Jan 14, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Enjoy a craft or activity with your friends on early dismissal Wednesdays.
Basics of Sewing and Clothing Repair
Wed, Jan 14, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Elise Cochran will teach different sew and no-sew techniques to participants.
Registration opens Friday, January 2 2026 at 10:00am
3rd Grade BOB Game 2
Thu, Jan 15, 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Nonfiction Readers’ Club - Mailman by Stephen Starring Grant
Thu, Jan 15, 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 Friday, January 2 2026 at 10:00am
STEAM Saturday
Sat, Jan 17, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
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.
Take & Make - Heart Banner
Mon, Jan 19, All day
Wood Dale Public Library - Library
Create a pretty heart banner to decorate your home for Valentine’s Day. Pick up your supplies, then follow along with the instructions provided.
Registration opens Friday, January 2 2026 at 10:00am
Baby Time
Mon, Jan 19, 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 Friday, January 2 2026 at 10:00am
STEAM Tots
Mon, Jan 19, 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.
4th Grade BOB Game 2
Mon, Jan 19, 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Wood Carving Meetup
Mon, Jan 19, 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.
IDHS: Illinois Department of Human Services - Tabling Event
Tue, Jan 20, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Lobby
IDHS will be tabling at the Library to provide information about their full-time job opportunities.
5th Grade BOB Game 1
Tue, Jan 20, 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Traditional Chinese Tea Demonstration
Tue, Jan 20, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Cultural educator Yvonne Wolf will share about the origin of tea, its role in East Asian social interactions, and its many health benefits.
Registration opens Friday, January 2 2026 at 10:00am
Toddler Time
Wed, Jan 21, 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 Friday, January 2 2026 at 10:00am
Crafternoon: Silhouette Art
Wed, Jan 21, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Get ready to imagine, create, and get a little messy! Each session, we will explore a new project and a variety of materials, from paint and glitter to paper and glue.
Registration opens Friday, January 2 2026 at 10:00am
Selling Your Stuff Online
Wed, Jan 21, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Adult Computer Lab
Turn clutter into cash! Learn how to sell your unwanted items online. We'll cover popular selling sites, how to write great listings, and tips for safe transactions.
Registration opens Friday, January 2 2026 at 10:00am
Book Club Express - The Mysterious Bakery on Rue de Paris by Evie Woods
Wed, Jan 21, 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 Friday, January 2 2026 at 10:00am
Monthly Board of Library Trustees Meeting
Wed, Jan 21, 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.
3rd Grade BOB Game 3
Thu, Jan 22, 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Monthly Movie Showing - Rudy
Fri, Jan 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Movie showing of the 1994 film Rudy, about a college student who wants to be a football player despite significant obstacles.
Registration opens Friday, January 2 2026 at 10:00am
Yoga Adventure Jr.
Mon, Jan 26, 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, games, and songs. You may bring your own yoga mat/towel or use one of our mats.
Registration opens Friday, January 2 2026 at 10:00am
4th Grade BOB Game 3
Mon, Jan 26, 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Red Cross Blood Drive
Tue, Jan 27, 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!
College of DuPage ELA Testing
Tue, Jan 27, 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.
Registration opens Friday, January 2 2026 at 10:00am
Toddler Time
Wed, Jan 28, 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 Friday, January 2 2026 at 10:00am
Wacky Wednesday
Wed, Jan 28, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Enjoy a craft or activity with your friends on early dismissal Wednesdays.
Puzzle Palooza
Wed, Jan 28, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Team up in groups of 2-4 and race to finish jigsaw puzzles! Three levels—all are welcome. Fastest teams win prizes and bragging rights. Let the puzzling begin!
Registration opens Friday, January 2 2026 at 10:00am
Sewing 101 for Teens
Wed, Jan 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Learn the basics of how to sew by hand! Work on an existing project or start a new one.
Registration opens Friday, January 2 2026 at 10:00am
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