Summer Stories: 100 Years of Route 66

Wed, Jun 10, 10:30am - 11:00am

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Have fun in this interactive pre-reader storytime with books, songs, and activities that encourage toddlers to develop language and social skills.

This event is full

Wed, Jun 10, 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 something new.

Wed, Jun 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Create a charming, miniature stuffie! Join us for this nine-week step-by-step amigurumi class where we’ll learn to make an octopus and a cat.

This event is full

Know Your Car

Wed, Jun 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Get confident with car care basics like engine lights, oil changes, tire pressure, and more. Great for anyone wanting to better understand their vehicle!

3D Printing for Teens - Session 1

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

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Discover stories and games that blend fun with learning! After the stories, explore games and puzzles with your new friends.

This event is full

Thu, Jun 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Family Computer Lab

Learn how to use TinkerCAD and the Library’s 3D printer. One item per participant may be printed, either from MakerWorld or created using TinkerCAD.

3D Printing for Teens - Session 2

Thu, Jun 11, 4:45pm - 5:45pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Family Computer Lab

Learn how to use TinkerCAD and the Library’s 3D printer. One item per participant may be printed, either from MakerWorld or created using TinkerCAD.

Family Entertainment Night - Dave DiNaso’s Traveling World of Reptiles

Thu, Jun 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Experience an up‑close, hands‑on adventure with live reptiles and amphibians from around the world, including pythons, monitor lizards, and even an American alligator!

Fishing 101

Thu, Jun 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

Get started fishing or expand your skills! Bring all your questions for tournament angler Eugene Kim in this informative session.

Adult Crafting and Social Circle

Fri, Jun 12, 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.

Book Explorers

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

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

Learn all about the tropical biome as we read Over and Under the Rainforest, followed by a rainforest-themed activity.

VR Games

Fri, Jun 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Ready, set, play! Strap in and play games using our Meta Quest VR headsets.

Let's Video Chat: A Beginner’s Guide for Seniors

Sat, Jun 13, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

Learn how video chat works and how to join and participate in video calls using popular common apps.

Shadow Puppet Show with Matt Sandbank

Mon, Jun 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room ,Small Meeting Room

Nationally touring shadow puppeteer Matt Sandbank brings the wonder of shadow puppetry to Wood Dale with his unique and hilarious show, Wild Goose Chase.

Adopt-a-Ghost

Mon, Jun 15, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Pick your ghost, decorate their home so they feel safe and loved, and enjoy a hauntingly good time.

The Buddy Pet Loss Support Group

Mon, Jun 15, 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 5-week session. To register or for more information, call the facilitator at 630-464-9179.

Wood Carving Meetup

Mon, Jun 15, 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 16, 11:00am - 11:45am

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Join us on an adventure in art! Use your imagination and creativity to explore art together and create a piece of art to display at home.

This event is full

Cancelled

Solutions: A Group for Widows

Tue, Jun 16, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library

This five-week support group led by a licensed professional counselor provides an opportunity to explore solutions for the practical challenges widows may face after this life change.

Family Arts & Crafts Night

Tue, Jun 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Make some creative crafts as a family! You are welcome to stay as long or as little as you would like.

Klub Książki - Polish Book Club

Tue, Jun 16, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Art Gallery Kafe, 127 Front St.

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.

Wed, Jun 17, 10:30am - 11:00am

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Have fun in this interactive pre-reader storytime with books, songs, and activities that encourage toddlers to develop language and social skills.

This event is full

Wed, Jun 17, 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 something new.

Teen Pajama Party: Summerween!

Wed, Jun 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Create a charming, miniature stuffie! Join us for this nine-week step-by-step amigurumi class where we’ll learn to make an octopus and a cat.

This event is full

Wed, Jun 17, 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Enjoy a movie, snacks, and crafts with your friends. Pajamas are optional, but encouraged!

Monthly Board of Library Trustees Meeting

Wed, Jun 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.

Book Club Express - Three Days in June by Anne Tyler

Wed, Jun 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Target Starbucks, 401 W Irving Park Rd.

Meets at the Target Starbucks in Wood Dale. Chat about popular books with this informal book club.

Thursday Mix: Microgreens

Thu, Jun 18, 11:00am - 11:45am

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Discover stories and games that blend fun with learning! After the stories, explore games and puzzles with your new friends.

Thu, Jun 18, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

Join us for a mix of coffee, conversation, and engaging programs designed for adults 55 and older. This month Vicki Nowicki guides you through the easy process of growing microgreens.

Meet Captain America!

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

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Join Captain America for an action-packed storytime, including a hands‑on combat lesson and an unforgettable meet and greet with the hero himself!

Nonfiction Readers' Club - I'm Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy

Thu, Jun 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!

Kids' Flicks

Fri, Jun 19, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

Escape the heat with a movie and light refreshments at the Library. Attendees vote on the movie!

Balloon Creation Station

Fri, Jun 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Jason Kollum teaches how to make fun balloon sculptures to take home, including a basic dog, lightsaber, hat, and more!

Cheesecloth Ghost Craft

Sat, Jun 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Make a cute ghost friend out of cheesecloth! Note: this craft is messy, so please dress accordingly.

Baby Time

Mon, Jun 22, 10:30am - 11:00am

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

This interactive program includes rhymes, songs, and games. Start with 20 minutes of guided pre-reader activities, followed by 10 minutes of play and socialization for both you and baby.

This event is full

STEAM Tots

Mon, Jun 22, 11:00am - 11:45am

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2,Outdoor Patio

Learn and play with STEAM! Each session explores different topics that relate to science, technology, engineering, art, or math, geared toward a younger audience.

Animal Lovers' Storytime: Hedgehogs - Session 1

Mon, Jun 22, 2:00pm - 2:25pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Stories come alive as our storyteller shares a tale and introduces live animals for an exciting meet‑and‑greet! Please choose one time slot per session.

Animal Lovers' Storytime: Hedgehogs - Session 2

Mon, Jun 22, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Stories come alive as our storyteller shares a tale and introduces live animals for an exciting meet‑and‑greet! Please choose one time slot per session.

The Buddy Pet Loss Support Group

Mon, Jun 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 5-week session. To register or for more information, call the facilitator at 630-464-9179.

Father Time!

Tue, Jun 23, 11:00am - 11:45am

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Celebrate the special papa in your life! Let's read books, sing songs, and create a special Father’s Day keepsake to take home.

Family Game Night

Tue, Jun 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Play a favorite game or learn a new one as a family! You are welcome to stay as long or as little as you would like.

Narcan Training

Tue, Jun 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

Learn to recognize the signs of an opioid overdose, how to administer Narcan, and what substance use and overdose trends look like in DuPage County. Narcan spray to take home is included.

Wed, Jun 24, 10:30am - 11:00am

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Have fun in this interactive pre-reader storytime with books, songs, and activities that encourage toddlers to develop language and social skills.

This event is full

Wed, Jun 24, 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 something new.

This event is full

Wed, Jun 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Create a charming, miniature stuffie! Join us for this nine-week step-by-step amigurumi class where we’ll learn to make an octopus and a cat.

This event is full

AI for Everyday Life

Wed, Jun 24, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Try ChatGPT, Copilot, and Gemini for writing, planning, research tasks, travel planning, and more.

Family Entertainment Night - Scales & Tales Traveling Zoo

Thu, Jun 25, 11:00am - 11:45am

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Discover stories and games that blend fun with learning! After the stories, explore games and puzzles with your new friends.

This event is full

Sewing 101 for Teens

Thu, Jun 25, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Learn the basics of how to sew by hand! Work on an existing project or start something new.

Thu, Jun 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Get ready for a wild family night filled with hands‑on encounters and plenty of smiles as friendly creatures visit the Library for an unforgettable experience!

Slime-a-thon

Fri, Jun 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

What's better than fun? Slime, of course! Join us for an hour full of slime making. Messy clothes are strongly recommended!

This event is full

Monthly Movie Showing: Little Women (2019)

Fri, Jun 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

Experience Greta Gerwig’s retelling of Little Women, Lousia May Alcott's classic novel, which follows the March sisters as they navigate love, ambition, and independence in 19th‑century Massachusetts.

Cartooning Class

Fri, Jun 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Create your own collectible cartoon critters with Mark Anderson! Mix wild features like extra legs, glowing eyes, and crazy tails, then decide who wins in an epic critter clash.

Intermediate Word for Seniors

Sat, Jun 27, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Adult Computer Lab

Enhance documents with tables, images, and styles for polished results.

Yoga Adventure

Mon, Jun 29, 11:00am - 11:45am

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Join us for a yoga adventure! Experience a story through yoga poses, then play games and make a craft. Bring your own yoga mat/towel or use one of ours.

Animal Lovers' Storytime: Rabbits - Session 1

Mon, Jun 29, 2:00pm - 2:25pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Stories come alive as our storyteller shares a tale and introduces live animals for an exciting meet‑and‑greet! Please choose one time slot per session.

Animal Lovers' Storytime: Rabbits - Session 2

Mon, Jun 29, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Stories come alive as our storyteller shares a tale and introduces live animals for an exciting meet‑and‑greet! Please choose one time slot per session.

Hamilton Sing-Along

Mon, Jun 29, 5:30pm - 8:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Celebrate America’s 250th birthday with a Hamilton sing-along! Rated PG-13.

Adventures in Art!

Tue, Jun 30, 11:00am - 11:45am

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Join us on an adventure in art! Use your imagination and creativity to explore art together and create a piece of art to display at home.

This event is full

Family STEAM Night

Tue, Jun 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

Try out some fun STEAM activities as a family. You are welcome to stay as long or as little as you would like.

Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi Office Hours

Wed, Jul 01, 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.

Wed, Jul 01, 10:30am - 11:00am

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Have fun in this interactive pre-reader storytime with books, songs, and activities that encourage toddlers to develop language and social skills.

Registration opens Sunday, June 14 2026 at 10:00am

Wed, Jul 01, 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 something new.

Registration opens Sunday, June 14 2026 at 6:00pm

Wed, Jul 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Keep working on your stuffies! We’ll keep working step-by-step on our amigurumi octopus and cat. You must have attended the previous weeks.

Registration opens Sunday, June 14 2026 at 6:00pm

Family Entertainment Night - Big Run Wolf Ranch

Thu, Jul 02, 11:00am - 11:45am

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Discover stories and games that blend fun with learning! After the stories, explore games and puzzles with your new friends.

Registration opens Sunday, June 14 2026 at 6:00pm

Resin Craft

Thu, Jul 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Make a cool resin figure for your room!

Registration opens Sunday, June 14 2026 at 6:00pm

Thu, Jul 02, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Meet a Canadian lynx, porcupine, opossum, and armadillo and learn more about what makes these animals so unique.

Registration opens Sunday, June 14 2026 at 6:00pm

VR Games

Fri, Jul 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Ready, set, play! Strap in and play games using our Meta Quest VR headsets.

Registration opens Sunday, June 14 2026 at 6:00pm

VR Games

Fri, Jul 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Ready, set, play! Strap in and play games using our Meta Quest VR headsets.

Registration opens Sunday, June 14 2026 at 6:00pm

Library Closed

Sat, Jul 04, All day

Wood Dale Public Library

The Library is closed on Independence Day.

Baby Time

Mon, Jul 06, 10:30am - 11:00am

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

This interactive program includes rhymes, songs, and games. Start with 20 minutes of guided pre-reader activities, followed by 10 minutes of play and socialization for both you and baby.

Registration opens Wednesday, July 1 2026 at 10:00am

STEAM Tots

Mon, Jul 06, 11:00am - 11:45am

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Learn and play with STEAM! Each session explores different topics that relate to science, technology, engineering, art, or math, geared toward a younger audience.

Registration opens Wednesday, July 1 2026 at 10:00am

Animal Lovers’ Storytime: Turtle - Session 1

Mon, Jul 06, 2:00pm - 2:25pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Stories come alive as our storyteller shares a tale and introduces live animals for an exciting meet and greet! Please choose one time slot per session.

Registration opens Wednesday, July 1 2026 at 10:00am

Animal Lovers’ Storytime: Turtles - Session 2

Mon, Jul 06, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Stories come alive as our storyteller shares a tale and introduces live animals for an exciting meet and greet! Please choose one time slot per session.

Registration opens Wednesday, July 1 2026 at 10:00am

Wood Carving Meetup

Mon, Jul 06, 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.

Paw-some Potholders

Tue, Jul 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Spend an afternoon creating durable, handmade potholders in this hands-on workshop!

Registration opens Wednesday, July 1 2026 at 10:00am

Family Movie Night: Finding Dory (2016)

Tue, Jul 07, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

Cool down and enjoy a screening of the movie Finding Dory as a family. Light refreshments provided. Runtime: 97 minutes. MPA rating PG.

Registration opens Wednesday, July 1 2026 at 10:00am

Impressionist Wine Bottle Painting

Tue, Jul 07, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Turn your wine bottle into art! Listen to classical music as internationally displayed gallery artist Lorrisa Julianus guides you on how to paint Impressionist-inspired designs.

Registration opens Wednesday, July 1 2026 at 10:00am

Senior Sip and Stroll

Wed, Jul 08, 9:00am - 11:00am

White Oaks Park (111 S Wood Dale Rd)

Enjoy light refreshments as you take a morning stroll with friends at White Oaks Park! This program is in partnership with the Wood Dale Park District.

Wed, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Have fun in this interactive pre-reader storytime with books, songs, and activities that encourage toddlers to develop language and social skills.

Registration opens Sunday, June 14 2026 at 10:00am

Wed, Jul 08, 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 something new.

Registration opens Sunday, June 14 2026 at 6:00pm

Wed, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Keep working on your stuffies! We’ll keep working step-by-step on our amigurumi octopus and cat. You must have attended the previous weeks.

Registration opens Sunday, June 14 2026 at 6:00pm

Yarn Shark

Wed, Jul 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Celebrate National Shark Week by creating your own shark with yarn.

Registration opens Wednesday, July 1 2026 at 10:00am

Teen Dungeons & Dragons

Wed, Jul 08, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Let’s play Dungeons & Dragons! Join a campaign with other characters and learn how to play the game.

Registration opens Wednesday, July 1 2026 at 10:00am