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Fall Coaster

Teen & Adult Take & Make: Fall Coaster

All Day 9/9 - 9/13
Woodridge Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Pick up at the Circulation Desk, while supplies last. 

Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Pick up at the Circulation Desk, while supplies last. 

Beaded lanyard with flower bead and a lobster claw hook with a split ring.

DIY Beaded Lanyard

Monday, September 9, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Off-the-Lobby at Woodridge Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Create a special beaded lanyard for your keys, work badge, or school ID!  Teens are welcome when accompanied by an adult. Registration required Adult program

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Off-the-Lobby
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Create a special beaded lanyard for your keys, work badge, or school ID!  Teens are welcome when accompanied by an adult.

Registration required

Adult program

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Virtual: ESL Conversation Group

Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Welcome! This English as a Second Language (ESL) conversation group will be conducted by an experienced volunteer from Literacy DuPage. Meetings give intermediate and abo...

Open
Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Welcome! This English as a Second Language (ESL) conversation group will be conducted by an experienced volunteer from Literacy DuPage.

Adult Puzzle Pack: Fall Colors

All Day 9/11 - 9/17
Woodridge Public Library
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Pick up at the Circulation Desk while supplies last. 

Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Pick up at the Circulation Desk while supplies last. 

Estate Planning

Estate Planning Explained

Thursday, September 12, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room AB at Woodridge Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

A representative from Bentron Financial Group will explain the estate planning process from beginning to end. Planning techniques and documents will also be shared.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

A representative from Bentron Financial Group will explain the estate planning process from beginning to end. Planning techniques and documents will also be shared.

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Senior Cards & Games

Friday, September 13, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Off-the-Lobby at Woodridge Public Library
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

The library provides a friendly space and games on the 2nd and 4th Friday of each month. Library provides Yahtzee, decks of cards and poker chips, and Bunco. Attendees may ...

Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Off-the-Lobby
Age Group: Seniors
Event Details:

The library provides a friendly space and games on the 2nd and 4th Friday of each month. Library provides Yahtzee, decks of cards and poker chips, and Bunco.

Tinkercad

3D Design with Tinkercad

Saturday, September 14, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Computer Training Lab at Woodridge Public Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Learn how to use the free online 3D design application, Tinkercad, as you create a bookmark to be 3D printed at the library. Sign up for a free Tinkercad account at tinkercad.co...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Computer Training Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Computer Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Learn how to use the free online 3D design application, Tinkercad, as you create a bookmark to be 3D printed at the library.

Songs of YesterYears Picture

Live Music: Songs of Yesteryears by David Blixt

Sunday, September 15, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Off-the-Lobby at Woodridge Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Vocalist and guitarist David Blixt will perform unforgettable songs from generations past, including hits by Dean Martin, Dion, Neil Diamond, the Righteous Brothers, and many other...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Off-the-Lobby
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 58
Event Details:

Vocalist and guitarist David Blixt will perform unforgettable songs from generations past, including hits by Dean Martin, Dion, Neil Diamond, the Righteous Brothers, and many others.

book cover

Book Discussion: The Reading List

Monday, September 16, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room AB at Woodridge Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

The Book Discussion Group will meet in-person to discuss The Reading List by Sara Nisha Adams. Copies of the book will be available at the Circulation Desk eBook and download...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussions
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

The Book Discussion Group will meet in-person to discuss The Reading List by Sara Nisha Adams.

Copies of the book will be available at the Circulation Desk

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Virtual: ESL Conversation Group

Tuesday, September 17, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Welcome! This English as a Second Language (ESL) conversation group will be conducted by an experienced volunteer from Literacy DuPage. Meetings give intermediate and abo...

Open
Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Welcome! This English as a Second Language (ESL) conversation group will be conducted by an experienced volunteer from Literacy DuPage.

Microsoft Word

Introduction to Word

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Computer Training Lab at Woodridge Public Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Learn how to create, format, save and print a document, and how to insert pictures. Please register prior to class to reserve your seat. The class size is limited to 12 students...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Computer Training Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Computer Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Learn how to create, format, save and print a document, and how to insert pictures.

Please register prior to class to reserve your seat. The class size is limited to 12 students.

Library Board Meeting

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at 7:30pm - 9:00pm
Meeting Room AB at Woodridge Public Library
Program Type:
Library Board Meetings
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Board Meeting Agendas

Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Library Board Meetings
Event Details:

Board Meeting Agendas

Nobody's Fool Book Cover

Virtual - Nobody's Fool: Why We Get Taken In & What We Can Do About

Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

We're all susceptible to misinformation, often spreading it unknowingly. While stopping it entirely is impossible, we can learn how deception works, recognize the signs, and empowe...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

We're all susceptible to misinformation, often spreading it unknowingly. While stopping it entirely is impossible, we can learn how deception works, recognize the signs, and empower ourselves. 

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Virtual: ESL Conversation Group

Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Welcome! This English as a Second Language (ESL) conversation group will be conducted by an experienced volunteer from Literacy DuPage. Meetings give intermediate and abo...

Open
Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Welcome! This English as a Second Language (ESL) conversation group will be conducted by an experienced volunteer from Literacy DuPage.

Illinois Student Assistance Commission logo

Financial Aid Overview

Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room AB at Woodridge Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Representatives from the Illinois Student Assistance Commission will outline the general financial aid process and provide insight on how financial aid works, how to apply for it, ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 36
Event Details:

Representatives from the Illinois Student Assistance Commission will outline the general financial aid process and provide insight on how financial aid works, how to apply for it, student eligibility, and how it can be used to help pay for college

Carole King

History of Carole King

Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room AB at Woodridge Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Professor Gary Wenstrup recounts King's incredible journey, whose blend of rock, pop, folk, and soul music resonates deeply, warming hearts everywhere. Presented with entertaining ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 36
Event Details:

Professor Gary Wenstrup recounts King's incredible journey, whose blend of rock, pop, folk, and soul music resonates deeply, warming hearts everywhere. Presented with entertaining videos and music clips. 

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Senior Cards & Games

Friday, September 27, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Off-the-Lobby at Woodridge Public Library
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

The library provides a friendly space and games on the 2nd and 4th Friday of each month. Library provides Yahtzee, decks of cards and poker chips, and Bunco. Attendees may ...

Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Off-the-Lobby
Age Group: Seniors
Event Details:

The library provides a friendly space and games on the 2nd and 4th Friday of each month. Library provides Yahtzee, decks of cards and poker chips, and Bunco.

Literacy DuPage logo

Virtual: ESL Conversation Group

Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Welcome! This English as a Second Language (ESL) conversation group will be conducted by an experienced volunteer from Literacy DuPage. Meetings give intermediate and abo...

Open
Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Welcome! This English as a Second Language (ESL) conversation group will be conducted by an experienced volunteer from Literacy DuPage.

Painted mini pumpkins displaying Halloween images, in front of a pink background

Mini Pumpkin Decorating

Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Off-the-Lobby at Woodridge Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Decorate a mini pumpkin to celebrate Fall & Halloween! Miniature pumpkins and crafting supplies like paint and yarn will be supplied. You are also welcome to bring your own pum...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Off-the-Lobby
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Decorate a mini pumpkin to celebrate Fall & Halloween! Miniature pumpkins and crafting supplies like paint and yarn will be supplied. You are also welcome to bring your own pumpkin to decorate, as well. 

Peter Oprisko

Live Music: Rat Pat Classics by Peter Oprisko

Sunday, October 6, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Off-the-Lobby at Woodridge Public Library
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Award-winning vocalist Peter Oprisko will evoke nostalgia with his renditions of classics by Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Sammy Davis Jr., along with other timeless hits.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Off-the-Lobby
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Required
Seats Remaining: 83
Event Details:

Award-winning vocalist Peter Oprisko will evoke nostalgia with his renditions of classics by Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Sammy Davis Jr., along with other timeless hits.

Fall Air Freshener

Teen & Adult Take & Make: Fall Air Freshener

All Day 10/7 - 10/11
Woodridge Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Pick up at the Circulation Desk while supplies last. 

Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Pick up at the Circulation Desk while supplies last. 

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Virtual: ESL Conversation Group

Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Welcome! This English as a Second Language (ESL) conversation group will be conducted by an experienced volunteer from Literacy DuPage. Meetings give intermediate and abo...

Open
Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Welcome! This English as a Second Language (ESL) conversation group will be conducted by an experienced volunteer from Literacy DuPage.

Medicare

Medicare 101

Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room AB at Woodridge Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

An overview that highlights issues and decisions important to those approaching retirement and strategies for those using Medicare. Presented by Dave Wylly from the Medic...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 29
Event Details:

An overview that highlights issues and decisions important to those approaching retirement and strategies for those using Medicare. Presented by Dave Wylly from the Medicare Solutions Network.

Adult Puzzle Pack: Pumpkin Edition

All Day 10/9 - 10/15
Woodridge Public Library
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Pick up at the Circulation Desk.

Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Pick up at the Circulation Desk.