Name: Open House Chicago
Start: 2023-10-15T08:00:00-05:00
End: 2023-10-15T18:00:00-05:00
Location: Wood Dale Public Library

Canceled

Open House Chicago

South Side Tour 1

Wood Dale Public Library

Join us for a walking tour of historic Chicago buildings, outdoor art installations and little-know gems on Chicago's south side!

Open House Chicago is a free, once-a-year opportunity to get a behind-the-scene peak at historic Chicago buildings and landmarks. The Wood Dale Public Library and Bensenville Community Public Library are offering an organized walking tour of the University of Chicago campus, including complimentary train tickets. Space is limited. Register as soon as possible!

Tours depart from the Wood Dale Metra station (199 W Division St, Wood Dale, IL 60191) at 8:27a.m. Please check in with your guide by 8:00 a.m. Coffee and refreshments will be available for purchase inside of the station from Division Street Cafe. If you are late to check-in, you will not be able to go on the tour.

Wear comfortable clothing and shoes that are appropriate for the weather. Please remember this is a walking tour and participants will be walking up to 3 miles, as well as boarding multiple public transport buses and trains. Children are welcome to join with parents or guardians.

In order to keep families and friends together, please register all members of your group together on one registration (register yourself first, then add additional friends and family as "guests").

Please reach out to contact@wooddalelibrary.org with any questions.

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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 Visit

Tue, Dec 05, 10:15am - 10:35am

Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1

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

Family Photos at Candyland

Tue, Dec 05, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Lobby

Get the matching holiday outfits and smiles ready! We'll provide a Candyland-themed photo scene that will make the perfect backdrop for a family photo just in time for sending holiday cards.

This event is full

Family Photos at Candyland

Tue, Dec 05, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Lobby

Get the matching holiday outfits and smiles ready! We'll provide a Candyland-themed photo scene that will make the perfect backdrop for a family photo just in time for sending holiday cards.

This event is full

Family Photos at Candyland

Tue, Dec 05, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Lobby

Get the matching holiday outfits and smiles ready! We'll provide a Candyland-themed photo scene that will make the perfect backdrop for a family photo just in time for sending holiday cards.

This event is full

Family Photos at Candyland

Tue, Dec 05, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Lobby

Get the matching holiday outfits and smiles ready! We'll provide a Candyland-themed photo scene that will make the perfect backdrop for a family photo just in time for sending holiday cards.

This event is full

Mystery Lovers' Book Club

Tue, Dec 05, 7:00pm - 8:15pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

Join us for a discussion of "A Christmas Candy Killing" by Christina Romeril. This upbeat cozy mystery is set in a charming Montana bookshop where veronal vanilla creams and murder are on the menu.

Illinois Libraries Present - Surviving the Holidays with Lori Gottlieb

Wed, Dec 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

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.

Holiday Open House

Thu, Dec 07, 6:00pm - 9:00pm

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

Ring in the holidays at the Library with a night of music, crafts, treats, puppet plays, and merriment for all ages.

Visit with Santa - 6pm Session

Thu, Dec 07, 6:00pm - 6:25pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room

Personal visit with Santa.

This event is full

Puppet Play

Thu, Dec 07, 6:15pm - 6:45pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

Come to the Holiday Open House and help our puppets celebrate the holiday season!

Visit with Santa - 6:30pm Session

Thu, Dec 07, 6:30pm - 6:55pm

Wood Dale Public Library

Personal visit with Santa.

Visit with Santa - 7pm Session

Thu, Dec 07, 7:00pm - 7:25pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room

Personal visit with Santa.

Puppet Play

Thu, Dec 07, 7:15pm - 7:45pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

Come to the Holiday Open House and help our puppets celebrate the holiday season!

Visit with Santa - 7:30pm Session

Thu, Dec 07, 7:30pm - 7:55pm

Wood Dale Public Library

Personal visit with Santa.

Visit with Santa - 8pm Session

Thu, Dec 07, 8:00pm - 8:25pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room

Personal visit with Santa.

Puppet Play

Thu, Dec 07, 8:15pm - 8:45pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

Come to the Holiday Open House and help our puppets celebrate the holiday season!

NDSEC Storytime - AM - Ms. Pubentz

Fri, Dec 08, 9:45am - 10:05am

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, Dec 08, 10:15am - 10:35am

Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1

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

NDSEC Storytime - PM - Ms. Pubentz

Fri, Dec 08, 1:10pm - 1:30pm

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, Dec 08, 1:40pm - 2:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1

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

Take & Bake - Santa Hat Cupcakes

Mon, Dec 11, All day

Wood Dale Public Library - Online

Enjoy making holiday cupcakes with us. Pick up supplies (just add eggs and milk), then follow along with the provided recipe. One per family.

This event is full

Family Photos at Candyland

Mon, Dec 11, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Lobby

Get the matching holiday outfits and smiles ready! We'll provide a Candyland-themed photo scene that will make the perfect backdrop for a family photo just in time for sending holiday cards.

This event is full

Family Photos at Candyland

Mon, Dec 11, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Lobby

Get the matching holiday outfits and smiles ready! We'll provide a Candyland-themed photo scene that will make the perfect backdrop for a family photo just in time for sending holiday cards.

This event is full

Family Photos at Candyland

Mon, Dec 11, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library

Get the matching holiday outfits and smiles ready! We'll provide a Candyland-themed photo scene that will make the perfect backdrop for a family photo just in time for sending holiday cards.

Family Photos at Candyland

Mon, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Lobby

Get the matching holiday outfits and smiles ready! We'll provide a Candyland-themed photo scene that will make the perfect backdrop for a family photo just in time for sending holiday cards.

This event is full

Outdoor Planter Class 2

Mon, Dec 11, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

Celebrate the season by making an outdoor planter with Peggy Garvin. The program cost is $30 (payable with cash or check to Peggy Garvin at the program). Registration begins on Nov 1, at 10 am.

Registration is now closed

Family Photos at Candyland

Tue, Dec 12, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Lobby

Get the matching holiday outfits and smiles ready! We'll provide a Candyland-themed photo scene that will make the perfect backdrop for a family photo just in time for sending holiday cards.

Family Photos at Candyland

Tue, Dec 12, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Lobby

Get the matching holiday outfits and smiles ready! We'll provide a Candyland-themed photo scene that will make the perfect backdrop for a family photo just in time for sending holiday cards.

Battle of Books Kickoff Party - 3rd Grade - T-Shirt Craft Day

Tue, Dec 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Join your BOB team mates to make your t-shirts, pick up flash cards and enjoy a snack. This program is only for BOB team members in 3rd Grade.

Family Photos at Candyland

Tue, Dec 12, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Lobby

Get the matching holiday outfits and smiles ready! We'll provide a Candyland-themed photo scene that will make the perfect backdrop for a family photo just in time for sending holiday cards.

Polish Storytime

Tue, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Enjoy this fun storytime in Polish. Recommended age: 3-7 years

Family Photos at Candyland

Tue, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Lobby

Get the matching holiday outfits and smiles ready! We'll provide a Candyland-themed photo scene that will make the perfect backdrop for a family photo just in time for sending holiday cards.

This event is full

Toddler Time

Wed, Dec 13, 10:30am - 10:50am

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

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 Wednesdays

Wed, Dec 13, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

Enjoy a craft, snacks and other activities with your friends on early dismissal Wednesdays. Recommended age: 11-15 years

Family Photos at Candyland

Wed, Dec 13, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Lobby

Get the matching holiday outfits and smiles ready! We'll provide a Candyland-themed photo scene that will make the perfect backdrop for a family photo just in time for sending holiday cards.

This event is full

Family Photos at Candyland

Wed, Dec 13, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library

Get the matching holiday outfits and smiles ready! We'll provide a Candyland-themed photo scene that will make the perfect backdrop for a family photo just in time for sending holiday cards.

Family Photos at Candyland

Wed, Dec 13, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Lobby

Get the matching holiday outfits and smiles ready! We'll provide a Candyland-themed photo scene that will make the perfect backdrop for a family photo just in time for sending holiday cards.

This event is full

Family Photos at Candyland

Wed, Dec 13, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Lobby

Get the matching holiday outfits and smiles ready! We'll provide a Candyland-themed photo scene that will make the perfect backdrop for a family photo just in time for sending holiday cards.

This event is full

Holiday Center piece

Wed, Dec 13, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

Celebrate the season by making a Holiday Centerpiece with Peggy Garvin. The program cost is $25. Registration begins on Nov 1 at 10 am.

This event is full

Toddler Time Repeat

Thu, Dec 14, 10:30am - 10:50am

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

Join us for this fun pre-reader storytime including books, songs and activities. Can’t attend on Wednesday? Join us for the same program on Thursday mornings! Stay and play after the storytime ends.

Family Photos at Candyland

Thu, Dec 14, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Lobby

Get the matching holiday outfits and smiles ready! We'll provide a Candyland-themed photo scene that will make the perfect backdrop for a family photo just in time for sending holiday cards.

Family Photos at Candyland

Thu, Dec 14, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Lobby

Get the matching holiday outfits and smiles ready! We'll provide a Candyland-themed photo scene that will make the perfect backdrop for a family photo just in time for sending holiday cards.

Bookworms Storytime

Thu, Dec 14, 4:15pm - 4:45pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Read books, sing songs, and play with friends in this interactive literature-based storytime. Join us each week for a new topic and activity. Recommended age: 3-7 years

Battle of Books Kickoff Party - 4th Grade - T-Shirt Craft Day

Thu, Dec 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Join your BOB team mates to make your t-shirts, pick up flash cards and enjoy a snack. This program is only for BOB team members in 4th Grade.

Family Photos at Candyland

Thu, Dec 14, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Lobby

Get the matching holiday outfits and smiles ready! We'll provide a Candyland-themed photo scene that will make the perfect backdrop for a family photo just in time for sending holiday cards.

This event is full

Family Photos at Candyland

Thu, Dec 14, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Lobby

Get the matching holiday outfits and smiles ready! We'll provide a Candyland-themed photo scene that will make the perfect backdrop for a family photo just in time for sending holiday cards.

ECEC Storytime AM - Ms. Galle

Fri, Dec 15, 9:45am - 10:05am

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, Dec 15, 10:15am - 10:35am

Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1

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

Friday Fun Day

Fri, Dec 15, 11:00am - 4:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Explore, discover, and imagine with our new educational play stations. We rotate our toys every week to ensure our future veterinarians, doctors, chefs, and store clerks never get bored!

ECEC Storytime - PM - Ms. Galle

Fri, Dec 15, 1:10pm - 1:30pm

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, Dec 15, 1:40pm - 2:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1

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

Illinois Libraries Present - Virtual Screening: The Nutcracker (The Royal Ballet)

Sat, Dec 16, All day

Wood Dale Public Library - Online

Get in the spirit of the season with a recorded virtual performance of Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker performed by the United Kingdom’s internationally renowned Royal Ballet.

Christmas Carols of Olde England

Sat, Dec 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

Have you ever wondered why most of our Christmas songs have a decidedly English Victorian feel to them?

STEAM Tots: Holiday Fun

Mon, Dec 18, 11:00am - 11:30am

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

Let’s learn and play with STEAM! In this session we will have some holiday fun!

Holiday Cake Decorating - Snow Globe Cake

Mon, Dec 18, 7:00pm - 8:15pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

Come for a holiday cake decorating workshop. Pastry chef Frannie Hargadon will guide you through the process and share helpful tips. Supplies for a small cake will be provided. Please register.

This event is full

Excel Formulas and Functions - Online Class

Mon, Dec 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Online

Watch as we demonstrate using formulas and functions in Excel using averages, data analysis, and loan payment calculation in this online class.

Monthly Board of Library Trustees Meeting

Mon, Dec 18, 7:30pm - 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.

Congressman Krishnamoorthi Mobile Office Hours

Tue, Dec 19, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Library

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.

Battle of Books Kickoff Party - 5th Grade - T-Shirt Craft Day

Tue, Dec 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Join your BOB team mates to make your t-shirts, pick up flash cards and enjoy a snack. This program is only for BOB team members in 5th Grade.

Let's Learn Spanish Storytime

Tue, Dec 19, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Have fun and learn Spanish through stories, songs and games. This storytime is presented in English and Spanish, so beginners are welcome. Recommended age: 3-7 years

Klub Książki - Polish Book Club

Tue, Dec 19, 7:00pm - 8:45pm

Art Gallery Kafe

"Wielki Gatsby" autorstwa F. Scotta Fitzgeralda. Książki będą czytane i omawiane w języku polskim. Kopie książek są dostępne w Bibliotece Publicznej Wood Dale. "Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald.

Frozen Fun & Games

Tue, Dec 19, 7:00pm - 7:45pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Brave the wind and the snow to have some fun playing games inspired by the Frozen movies. Recommended age: 5-11 years

Toddler Time

Wed, Dec 20, 10:30am - 10:50am

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

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.

Reindeer Fun & Games

Wed, Dec 20, 4:30pm - 5:15pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

Join in all our reindeer games! We’ll play, create, and more! Recommended age: 4-8 years

Book Club Express

Wed, Dec 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Target Starbucks, 401 N Irving Park Rd.

Join us at the Target Starbucks, 401 Irving Park Rd, to discuss Christmas Bells by Jennifer Chiaverini.

Toddler Time Repeat

Thu, Dec 21, 10:30am - 10:50am

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

Bookworms Storytime

Thu, Dec 21, 4:15pm - 4:45pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Read books, sing songs, and play with friends in this interactive literature-based storytime. Join us each week for a new topic and activity. Recommended age: 3-7 years

DIY Gingerbread Houses

Thu, Dec 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

Build and decorate your own gingerbread houses using all sorts of candy. Take it home to display for the holidays! Recommended age: 7-11 years

This event is full

NDSEC Storytime - AM - Ms. Pubentz

Fri, Dec 22, 9:45am - 10:05am

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, Dec 22, 10:15am - 10:35am

Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1

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

Friday Fun Day

Fri, Dec 22, 11:00am - 4:30pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Explore, discover, and imagine with our new educational play stations. We rotate our toys every week to ensure our future veterinarians, doctors, chefs, and store clerks never get bored!

NDSEC Storytime - PM - Ms. Pubentz

Fri, Dec 22, 1:10pm - 1:30pm

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, Dec 22, 1:40pm - 2:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1

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

Library Closed

Mon, Dec 25, All day

Wood Dale Public Library

The library is closed. Please visit wooddalelibrary.org to access digital services 24/7.

Loom Knitting

Wed, Dec 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Learn to make a scarf or hat on a knitting loom. Loom knitting is a fun entry level yarn craft that we have shared with many young crafters over the years.

This event is full

History Pages Book Discussion

Wed, Dec 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room

We will discuss Zero Fail: The Rise and Fall of the Secret Service by Carol Leoning.

Loom Knitting

Thu, Dec 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2

Learn to make a scarf or hat on a knitting loom. Loom knitting is a fun entry level yarn craft that we have shared with many young crafters over the years.

Noon Year's Eve Party

Fri, Dec 29, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

Countdown to noon with us! Children who are too young to stay up until midnight can celebrate the coming of the new year with us.

Library Closed

Mon, Jan 01, All day

Wood Dale Public Library

The library is closed. Please visit wooddalelibrary.org to access digital services 24/7.

Loom Knitting

Tue, Jan 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm

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. Recommend age: 8-14 years

Giant Candy Land

Tue, Jan 02, 1:00pm - 6:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

Bring your family to the library and play our life-sized version of a Candy Game! Make your way through the path to reach the Candy Castle. Recommended age: 3 years and up

Loom Knitting

Wed, Jan 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm

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. Recommend age: 8-14 years

Giant Candy Land

Wed, Jan 03, 1:00pm - 6:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

Bring your family to the library and play our life-sized version of a Candy Game! Make your way through the path to reach the Candy Castle. Recommended age: 3 years and up

Giant Candy Land

Thu, Jan 04, 1:00pm - 6:00pm

Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2

Bring your family to the library and play our life-sized version of a Candy Game! Make your way through the path to reach the Candy Castle. Recommended age: 3 years and up

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Mon, Dec 04	10:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Dec 05	10:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Dec 06	10:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Dec 07	10:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Dec 08	10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Dec 09	10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Dec 10	Closed