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Location: Wood Dale Public Library

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Illinois Libraries Present

Surviving the Holidays with Lori Gottlieb

2023-12-06 19:00:00 2023-12-06 20:00:00 America/Chicago Illinois Libraries Present Lori Gottlieb, author of Maybe You Should Talk to Someone and co-host of the “Dear Therapists” podcast, joins us for a conversation about mental health in anticipation of the winter holiday season. Wood Dale Public Library -

Wednesday, December 06
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-12-06 19:00:00 2023-12-06 20:00:00 America/Chicago Illinois Libraries Present Lori Gottlieb, author of Maybe You Should Talk to Someone and co-host of the “Dear Therapists” podcast, joins us for a conversation about mental health in anticipation of the winter holiday season. Wood Dale Public Library -

Wood Dale Public Library

Lori Gottlieb, author of Maybe You Should Talk to Someone and co-host of the “Dear Therapists” podcast, joins us for a conversation about mental health in anticipation of the winter holiday season.

This event is made possible by Illinois Libraries Present, a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering premier events.

Request Lori's book here.

You can watch from home or in-person at the library.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Online | Adult Program |

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Wood Dale Public Library

Hours

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

Preschool Storytime

Thu, Mar 13, 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 is now closed

OB 1st Grade Class Visit

Thu, Mar 13, 1:00pm - 2:15pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

Welcome to Ms. Mahaney and her 1st Grade Class. Parents please make sure your child brings their library card today!

Envelope Journaling Workshop

Thu, Mar 13, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

Make journals using envelopes and other recycled materials, then decorate using various art supplies with instructor Maryanne Kyle-DiPietropaolo.

Yoga Adventure

Thu, Mar 13, 6:00pm - 6:45pm

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.

Spring Planting with Native Plants - Presented by the Conservation Foundation

Thu, Mar 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

Learn how to create a thriving garden using native plants that support local wildlife and help conserve water!

ECEC Storytime - AM - Ms. Pubentz

Fri, Mar 14, 9:50am - 10:10am

Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1

Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.

OB 1st Grade Class Visit

Fri, Mar 14, 10:00am - 11:15am

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

Welcome to Ms. Kari and her 1st Grade Class. Parents please make sure your child brings their library card today!

ECEC Storytime - AM - Ms. Hradek and Ms. Rodriguez

Fri, Mar 14, 10:15am - 10:35am

Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1

Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.

Adult Crafting and Social Circle

Fri, Mar 14, 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.

OB 1st Grade Class Visit

Fri, Mar 14, 1:00pm - 2:15pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

Welcome to Ms.Hepner and her 1st Grade Class. Parents please make sure your child brings their library card today!

ECEC Storytime- PM - Ms. Pubentz

Fri, Mar 14, 1:15pm - 1:35pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1

Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.

ECEC Storytime - PM - Ms. Hradek and Ms. Rodriguez

Fri, Mar 14, 1:40pm - 2:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1

Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.

Spice Club - Featured Spice: Lemon Pepper

Mon, Mar 17, 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.

This event is full

Take & Bake - Julia Child's Queen of Sheba Cake

Mon, Mar 17, All day

Wood Dale Public Library - Library

Learn to make Julia's iconic chocolate almond cake. Pick up supplies (except perishables), then follow along with the provided recipe. One per household. For WDPL cardholders.

This event is full

Take & Make - Spring Flower Hanger

Mon, Mar 17, All day

Wood Dale Public Library

Create a decorative hanger for spring flowers. Pick up your supplies, then follow along with the instructions provided. WDPL cardholders only. One per household.

This event is full

STEAM Tots - St. Patrick's Day

Mon, Mar 17, 11:00am - 11:45am

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Let’s learn and play with STEAM! In each session we will explore different topics that relate to science, technology, engineering, art or math geared toward the younger ones.

Oakbrook Visit - 2nd Grade

Mon, Mar 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1

Youth Services will visit Ms.Ruscitti's 2nd Grade class to do a Book Talk.

Oakbrook Visit - 2nd Grade

Mon, Mar 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1

Youth Services will visit Ms. Braasch's 2nd Grade class to do a Book Talk.

The Buddy Pet Loss Support Group

Mon, Mar 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room

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, Mar 17, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Discover the joys of wood carving and join the North Suburban Carvers for their regular club meeting at the Library.

MPAC

Tue, Mar 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2,Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room ,Small Meeting Room,Study Room 3

MPAC Meetings hosted by Wood Dale School District 7.

Toddler Time

Wed, Mar 19, 10:30am - 11:00am

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Join us for this fun pre-reader storytime including books, songs and activities. Stay and play after the storytime ends. Recommended age: 0-4 years with an adult.

Crafternoon - Spring Terrariums

Wed, Mar 19, 4:30pm - 5:15pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Are you feeling crafty? Each session we will make a craft or piece of art that you’ll take home. Recommended age: 6-11 years

This event is full

Excel Basics with Ann Stovall

Wed, Mar 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Adult Computer Lab

Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft Excel to create spreadsheets with ease for your everyday needs.

This event is full

Rescheduled

Excel Basics with Ann Stovall

Wed, Mar 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

New date Wednesday, March 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library

Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft Excel to create spreadsheets with ease for your everyday needs.

Book Club Express - The Many Lives of Mama Love by Lara Love Hardin

Wed, Mar 19, 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.

Monthly Board of Library Trustees Meeting

Wed, Mar 19, 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, Mar 20, 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.

Family STEAM NIght

Thu, Mar 20, 6:00pm - 6:45pm

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. Recommended age: 5 yrs & up with a caregiver

Nonfiction Readers' Club - Julie & Julia by Julia Powell

Thu, Mar 20, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room

Join other nonfiction enthusiasts for engaging discussions about history, science, memoirs and everything in between!

The Secret War of Julia Child - Author visit and book discussion

Thu, Mar 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

Author Diana R. Chambers will join us for a discussion of her historical novel about Julia Child working in Asia during World War II, revealing how the war made her into the icon we know now.

ECEC Storytime - AM - Ms. Graehling

Fri, Mar 21, 9:50am - 10:10am

Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1

Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.

ECEC Storytime - AM - Ms. Markham-Gonzalez and Ms. Barton

Fri, Mar 21, 10:15am - 10:35am

Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1

Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.

ECEC Storytime - PM - Ms. Graehling

Fri, Mar 21, 1:15pm - 1:35pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1

Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.

ECEC Storytime - PM - Ms. Markham-Gonzalez and Ms. Barton

Fri, Mar 21, 1:40pm - 2:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1

Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.

Supported Storytime

Sat, Mar 22, 11:00am - 11:30am

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

This accessible Storytime is designed for children with developmental disabilities with their caregiver. We will learn, play and connect through stories, and music.

Sensory Saturday!

Sat, Mar 22, 11:30am - 3:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

This accessible play time is designed to provide an inclusive, supportive environment for children of all abilities and their families!

Yoga Adventures Jr.

Mon, Mar 24, 10:30am - 11:00am

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.

Oakbrook Visit - 2nd Grade

Mon, Mar 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1

Youth Services will visit Ms. Spitalli's 2nd Grade class to do a Book Talk.

Adventures in Art!

Tue, Mar 25, 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

Cooking with Chef Dave - Julia Child's Favorites

Tue, Mar 25, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

Chef Dave Esau returns to the roots of cooking with Julia’s recipes and basic techniques. Samples and recipes included. WDPL cardholders.

This event is full

Toddler Time

Wed, Mar 26, 10:30am - 11:00am

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Join us for this fun pre-reader storytime including books, songs and activities. Stay and play after the storytime ends. Recommended age: 0-4 years with an adult.

Wacky Wednesday

Wed, Mar 26, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

Enjoy a craft or activity with your friends on early dismissal Wednesdays.

Preschool Storytime

Thu, Mar 27, 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.

Red Cross Blood Drive

Thu, Mar 27, 12:00pm - 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

Family Arts & Crafts Night

Thu, Mar 27, 6:00pm - 6:45pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Come make some creative 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

Attracting Birds & Butterflies to Your Garden - Presented by the Conservation Foundation

Thu, Mar 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

Learn how to turn your outdoor space into an oasis for birds and butterflies!

ECEC Storytime - AM - Ms. Pubentz

Fri, Mar 28, 9:50am - 10:10am

Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1

Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.

ECEC Storytime - AM - Ms. Hradek and Ms. Rodriguez

Fri, Mar 28, 10:15am - 10:35am

Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1

Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.

ECEC Storytime- PM - Ms. Pubentz

Fri, Mar 28, 1:15pm - 1:35pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1

Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.

ECEC Storytime - PM - Ms. Hradek and Ms. Rodriguez

Fri, Mar 28, 1:40pm - 2:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1

Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.

Doodle Time!

Sat, Mar 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Try out our 3Doodler pens and make a creation to take home! Stay as little or as long as you'd like. Recommended ages: 6-14 yrs

Build It!

Mon, Mar 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Put on your hard hats and get ready to build with us! Stay as long or as little as you want as we build with different materials. Recommended ages: 5-12 yrs

Election Day - Consolidated Election

Tue, Apr 01, 6:00am - 7:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

The Wood Dale Public Library serves as a polling place for the Consolidated Election. All polling places are open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Election Day.

VR Games

Tue, Apr 01, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Strap on your headsets and join us in virtual reality! Play games using our VR headsets. Recommended ages: 10-14 yrs

Teen Escape Room - Same program, different times

Wed, Apr 02, 4:15pm - 5:15pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

Try to make it out of our escape rooms! Work with your team to crack the code in an hour or less. If there is time left, you can try your hand at the second room. Spots limited! Recommended age 11-16

Teen Escape Room - Same program, different times

Wed, Apr 02, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

Try to make it out of our escape rooms! Work with your team to crack the code in an hour or less. If there is time left, you can try your hand at the second room. Spots limited! Recommended age 11-16

Family Game Night

Thu, Apr 03, 6:00pm - 6:45pm

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. Recommended age: 5 yrs & up with a caregiver

Preschool Visit

Mon, Apr 07, 10:15am - 10:45am

Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1

Youth Services will visit the Wood Dale Park District 4 year old class

Preschool Visit

Mon, Apr 07, 10:50am - 11:20am

Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1

Youth Services will visit the Wood Dale Park District 3 year old class

STEAM Tots - Fairy Tales

Mon, Apr 07, 11:00am - 11:45am

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Let’s learn and play with STEAM! In each session we will explore different topics that relate to science, technology, engineering, art or math geared toward the younger ones.

Wood Carving Meetup

Mon, Apr 07, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Discover the joys of wood carving and join the North Suburban Carvers for their regular club meeting at the Library.

Preschool Visit

Tue, Apr 08, 10:15am - 10:35am

Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1

Youth Services will visit the Wood Dale Park District 2 year old class

Adventures in Art!

Tue, Apr 08, 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

Westview 3rd Grade Booktalks

Tue, Apr 08, 11:25am - 11:45am

Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1

Ms. Meg will visit Westview for booktalks and book check out.

Westview 4th Grade Booktalks

Tue, Apr 08, 11:50am - 12:10pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1

Ms. Meg will visit Westview for booktalks and book check out.

Westview 5th Grade Booktalks

Tue, Apr 08, 12:15pm - 12:35pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1

Ms. Meg will visit Westview for booktalks and book check out.

Polish Storytime

Tue, Apr 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 finishd. Recommended ages: 3-7 yrs

Mystery Lovers' Book Club

Tue, Apr 08, 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, Apr 09, 10:30am - 11:00am

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Join us for this fun pre-reader storytime including books, songs and activities. Stay and play after the storytime ends. Recommended age: 0-4 years with an adult.

Wacky Wednesday

Wed, Apr 09, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

Enjoy a craft or activity with your friends on early dismissal Wednesdays.

Fairy Tale Ball

Thu, Apr 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Come big, come small to the Fairy Tale Ball! Join us as we read, dance and play games based on our favorite fairy tale characters. Costumes are encouraged but not required.

Tent Night

Thu, Apr 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

Celebrate National Library Week with a family night of reading in a “tent” you build in the library! Bring your own sheets, blankets and pillows (the library will have some sheets).

Not Your Mother's Book Club - Beautiful Villian by Rebecca Kenney

Thu, Apr 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library

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.

Designing Your Pollinator Garden - Presented by the Conservation Foundation

Thu, Apr 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

Join us for an interactive workshop where you'll be inspired to design your very own pollinator garden!

ECEC Storytime - AM - Ms. Graehling

Fri, Apr 11, 9:50am - 10:10am

Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1

Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.

ECEC Storytime - AM - Ms. Markham-Gonzalez and Ms. Barton

Fri, Apr 11, 10:15am - 10:35am

Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1

Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.

Adult Crafting and Social Circle

Fri, Apr 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.

ECEC Storytime - PM - Ms. Graehling

Fri, Apr 11, 1:15pm - 1:35pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1

Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.

ECEC Storytime - PM - Ms. Markham-Gonzalez and Ms. Barton

Fri, Apr 11, 1:40pm - 2:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1

Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.

Teen Kahoot With Friends

Sat, Apr 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Come test your knowledge and play Kahoot with friends! Recommended age: 11-16!

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Mon, Mar 10	10:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Mar 11	10:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Mar 12	10:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Mar 13	10:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Mar 14	10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Mar 15	10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Mar 16	Closed

Illinois Libraries Present

Surviving the Holidays with Lori Gottlieb

Wednesday, December 067:00pm - 8:00pm

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Wednesday, December 06
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