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Holiday Open House

2023-12-07 18:00:00 2023-12-07 21:00:00 America/Chicago Holiday Open House Ring in the holidays at the Library with a night of music, crafts, treats, puppet plays, and merriment for all ages. Wood Dale Public Library - Library , Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

Thursday, December 07
6:00pm - 9:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-12-07 18:00:00 2023-12-07 21:00:00 America/Chicago Holiday Open House Ring in the holidays at the Library with a night of music, crafts, treats, puppet plays, and merriment for all ages. Wood Dale Public Library - Library , Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room

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.

We’ve been coordinating with the North Pole to ensure Santa will be back in Wood Dale, making an extra stop for children to relay their gift requests. To make sure everyone has a chance to meet with him, please register for one of 5 sessions with Santa that evening—he may be bringing a special present for everyone, and the elves need to know how many gifts to prepare!

Visit with Santa - 6pm Session

Puppet Play 6:15pm - 6:45pm

Visit with Santa - 6:30pm Session

Visit with Santa - 7pm Session 

Puppet Play 7:15pm - 7:45pm

Visit with Santa - 7:30pm Session

Visit with Santa - 8pm Session 

Puppet Play 8:15pm - 8:45pm, 

Additional Parking:

Street parking along south side of School St. 

Park District parking lot across the street, 111 Foster Ave. Wood Dale

School District north parking lot, 543 N. Wood Dale Rd., Wood Dale

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Family Program |

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Wood Dale Public Library
contact@wooddalelibrary.org
Phone: 630-766-6762
Hours
Mon, Dec 30 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Dec 31 Closed
Wed, Jan 01 Closed
Thu, Jan 02 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Jan 03 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jan 04 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jan 05 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

Noon Year's Eve Party
Mon, Dec 30, 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. Enjoy crafts, a story and then countdown to noon!
Registration is now closed
Cancelled
Loom Knitting
Mon, Dec 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library
Learn to make a scarf or a hat, work on your existing projects or start a new project. Recommended age: 8-14 years
Library Closed
Tue, Dec 31, All day
Wood Dale Public Library
The library is closed. Please visit wooddalelibrary.org to access digital services 24/7.
Library Closed
Wed, Jan 01, All day
Wood Dale Public Library
The library is closed. Please visit wooddalelibrary.org to access digital services 24/7.
Cancelled
Loom Knitting
Thu, Jan 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library
Learn to make a scarf or a hat, work on your existing projects or start a new project. Recommended age: 8-14 years
Family Game Night
Thu, Jan 02, 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. Registration is required. Recommended age: 5 years & up with a caregiver
Cancelled
Loom Knitting
Fri, Jan 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library
Learn to make a scarf or a hat, work on your existing projects or start a new project. Recommended age: 8-14 years
Supported Storytime
Sat, Jan 04, 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, Jan 04, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
This accessible play time is designed to provide an inclusive, supportive environment for children with disabilities and their families!
STEAM Tots - Snow Fun
Mon, Jan 06, 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, Jan 06, 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.
STEAM Lab - Robots
Tue, Jan 07, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 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. Recommended age: 6-11 years
Wacky Wednesday
Wed, Jan 08, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Enjoy a craft or activity with your friends on early dismissal Wednesdays.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 8 2025 at 2:30pm
Potty Party
Thu, Jan 09, 11:00am - 11:45am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
New Year, New Goals! Is your “big kid” ready to say goodbye to diapers? Join us for a Potty Party, we will read books, play games, and prepare for potty training.
Yoga Adventure
Thu, Jan 09, 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.
ECEC Storytime - AM - Ms. Graehling
Fri, Jan 10, 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, Jan 10, 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, Jan 10, 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, Jan 10, 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, Jan 10, 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 Craft-DIY Lights
Sat, Jan 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Come hang out with friends and create a paper mâché light!
Preschool Visit
Mon, Jan 13, 10:15am - 10:45am
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit the Wood Dale Park District 4 year old class
Yoga Adventure Jr.
Mon, Jan 13, 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.
Preschool Visit
Mon, Jan 13, 10:50am - 11:20am
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit the Wood Dale Park District 3 year old class
OB 2nd Grade Class Visit
Mon, Jan 13, 1:00pm - 2:15pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Welcome to Ms. Spitalli and her 2nd Grade Class. Parents please make sure your child brings their library card today!
Preschool Visit
Tue, Jan 14, 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, Jan 14, 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!
OB 2nd Grade Class Visit
Tue, Jan 14, 1:00pm - 2:15pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Welcome to Ms. Ruscitti and her 2nd Grade Class. Parents please make sure your child brings their library card today!
Crafternoon - Snowflake Art
Tue, Jan 14, 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
Polish Storytime
Tue, Jan 14, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Enjoy this fun Storytime in Polish. Recommended age: 3-7 years
Cancelled
PTO Meeting at Oakbrook
Tue, Jan 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library
Youth Services will do an activity with children while parents attend the PTO meeting at Oakbrook.
Comfort Chicken Dinner
Tue, Jan 14, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Welcome Chef Pina as she presents a delicious dinner menu perfect for a cold winter night. Recipes and samples included. Wood Dale Public Library cardholders.
Registration opens Thursday, January 2 2025 at 10:00am
Toddler Time
Wed, Jan 15, 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 a caregiver
Monthly Board of Library Trustees Meeting
Wed, Jan 15, 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 - Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt
Wed, Jan 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Target Starbucks, 410 W Irving Park Rd.
Meet at the Target Starbucks in Wood Dale to chat about popular books with this informal book group.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Jan 16, 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.
The American Folk Song with Mark Dvorak - Thursday Mix
Thu, Jan 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Enjoy an entertaining afternoon with Mark Dvorak, as he shares stories about growing up in the Chicago area and plays familiar folk songs.
OB 2nd Grade Class Visit
Thu, Jan 16, 1:00pm - 2:15pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Welcome to Ms. Assenato and her 2nd Grade Class. Parents please make sure your child brings their library card today!
Nonfiction Readers' Club
Thu, Jan 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room
Join us to discuss the Mystery of Mysteries: the Death and Life of Edgar Allan Poe by Mark Dawidziak.
ECEC Storytime - AM - Ms. Pubentz
Fri, Jan 17, 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, Jan 17, 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, Jan 17, 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, Jan 17, 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 & Make - Heart Jar
Mon, Jan 20, All day
Wood Dale Public Library
Make a decorative heart jar in time for Valentine’s Day. Pick up your supplies, then follow along with the instructions provided. WDPL cardholders only. One per household.
Registration opens Thursday, January 2 2025 at 10:00am
Spice Club (NEW) - Featured Spice: Turmeric
Mon, Jan 20, All day
Wood Dale Public Library - 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.
Registration opens Thursday, January 2 2025 at 10:00am
STEAM Tots - Penguins
Mon, Jan 20, 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.
Teen Make A Penguin
Mon, Jan 20, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Come celebrate National Penguin Day by making your very own penguin!
Wood Carving Meetup
Mon, Jan 20, 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.
Red Cross Blood Drive
Tue, Jan 21, 10:00am - 3:00pm
New venue 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
OB 2nd Grade Class Visit
Tue, Jan 21, 1:00pm - 2:15pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Welcome to Ms. Garcia and her 2nd Grade Class. Parents please make sure your child brings their library card today!
STEAM Lab - The Science of Snowflakes
Tue, Jan 21, 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. Recommended age: 6-11 years
MPAC
Tue, Jan 21, 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, Jan 22, 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 a caregiver
Wacky Wednesday
Wed, Jan 22, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Enjoy a craft or activity with your friends on early dismissal Wednesdays.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 22 2025 at 2:30pm
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Jan 23, 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.
Yin and Yang of Mindfulness
Thu, Jan 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Join cultural educator Yvonne Wolf to learn the basic principles of Yin and Yang, and experience mindfulness practice with light stretches as you reach for the positive and let go of the negative.
ECEC Storytime - AM - Ms. Graehling
Fri, Jan 24, 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, Jan 24, 10:15am - 10:35am
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.
Rescheduled
Red Cross Blood Drive
Fri, Jan 24, 11:00am - 4:00pm
New date Tuesday, January 21, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library
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
ECEC Storytime - PM - Ms. Graehling
Fri, Jan 24, 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, Jan 24, 1:40pm - 2:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Off-Site 1
Youth Services will visit the Early Childhood Education Center for a story time.
Yoga Adventure Jr.
Mon, Jan 27, 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.
OB 2nd Grade Class Visit
Mon, Jan 27, 1:00pm - 2:15pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Welcome to Ms. Braasch and her 2nd Grade Class. Parents please make sure your child brings their library card today!
Adventures in Art
Tue, Jan 28, 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!
Crafternoon - Valentine's Day Craft
Tue, Jan 28, 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
Toddler Time
Wed, Jan 29, 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 a caregiver
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