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Watercolor for Mindfulness

Relaxing Watercolors

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Mahlke Meeting Room AB at Woodridge Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Many consider watercolors to be relaxing and meditative. Learn how you can slow down and relax with simple watercolor techniques. 

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Mahlke Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Many consider watercolors to be relaxing and meditative. Learn how you can slow down and relax with simple watercolor techniques. 

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Drop-in: Senior Cards & Games

Friday, April 10, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Off-the-Lobby at Woodridge Public Library
Age Group:
Seniors

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.

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.

The Writing Journey

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Mahlke Meeting Room AB at Woodridge Public Library
Age Group:
Adults

The Writing Journey is a community of writers and creators that offers writing workshops at their general meetings in addition to other Paths (e.g., annual short story anthology, Writer's Workshop critiques, Editing/accountability).

Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Mahlke Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

The Writing Journey is a community of writers and creators that offers writing workshops at their general meetings in addition to other Paths (e.g., annual short story anthology, Writer's Workshop critiques, Editing/accountability).

White Frosted Singing bowls set up in a half circle around a grey meditation cushion.

Sound Bath Meditation

Sunday, April 12, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Mahlke Meeting Room AB at Woodridge Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us in experiencing a relaxing Sound Bath, where soothing sounds and simple mindfulness techniques will be intentionally combined to invite a therapeutic effect on your body and mind.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Mahlke Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us in experiencing a relaxing Sound Bath, where soothing sounds and simple mindfulness techniques will be intentionally combined to invite a therapeutic effect on your body and mind.

Titanic

Lost Treasures of the Titanic

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

James Cameron’s Titanic told the invented story of the Heart of the Ocean; a fictional blue diamond necklace lost tragically in the ship’s famous sinking. But what about the real treasures that were lost when the Titanic sa

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

James Cameron’s Titanic told the invented story of the Heart of the Ocean; a fictional blue diamond necklace lost tragically in the ship’s famous sinking. But what about the real treasures that were lost when the Titanic sa

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Virtual: ESL Conversation Group

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults

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

Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

Monthly Meditation Group in Blue text. Beneath the text is an image of two women and a man mediating at the library.

Monthly Meditation Group

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Computer Training Lab at Woodridge Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Experience a beginner-friendly guided meditation practice in a small group setting! 

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Computer Training Lab
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Experience a beginner-friendly guided meditation practice in a small group setting! 

Chair Yoga Workshop

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Off-the-Lobby at Woodridge Public Library
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us for a gentle yoga class where you will use a chair for support in the postures. This class is for you if you experience limited mobility or balance issues that make traditional yoga difficult for you, or if you are a yoga beginner.

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

Join us for a gentle yoga class where you will use a chair for support in the postures. This class is for you if you experience limited mobility or balance issues that make traditional yoga difficult for you, or if you are a yoga beginner.

How to Talk to AI

How to Talk to AI

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Computer Training Lab at Woodridge Public Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Learn effective prompting to unlock the full potential of generative AI.

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

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Computer Training Lab
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Computer Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn effective prompting to unlock the full potential of generative AI.

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

Library Board Meeting

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 7:30pm - 9:00pm
Mahlke Meeting Room AB at Woodridge Public Library
Program Type:
Library Board Meetings
Age Group:
Adults

Board Meeting Agendas

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

Board Meeting Agendas

Beaded wind chime with bells at the ends.

Beaded Wind Chimes

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Mahlke Meeting Room AB at Woodridge Public Library
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Make a pretty beaded wind chime to welcome spring.

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Mahlke Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Registration Required
Event Details:

Make a pretty beaded wind chime to welcome spring.

Cristina Henríquez

Virtual: Cristina Henríquez: Voice, Culture, and Human Connection

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Bestselling author Cristina Henríquez discusses The Great Divide, an acclaimed novel about lives shaped by the construction of the Panama Canal.

This is a free virtual program using Zoom.

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

Bestselling author Cristina Henríquez discusses The Great Divide, an acclaimed novel about lives shaped by the construction of the Panama Canal.

This is a free virtual program using Zoom.

The words "Senior Knit & Crochet Social" over a drawing of three balls of yarn with knitting needles and a crochet hook.

Drop-in: Senior Knit & Crochet Social

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Off-the-Lobby at Woodridge Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Seniors

A welcoming drop-in group for seniors who enjoy knitting, crocheting, and friendly conversation. All skill levels are welcome—bring your project and join the fun!

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

A welcoming drop-in group for seniors who enjoy knitting, crocheting, and friendly conversation. All skill levels are welcome—bring your project and join the fun!

book cover

Book Discussion: Trust

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Mahlke Meeting Room AB at Woodridge Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

The Book Discussion Group will meet in-person to discuss Trust by Hernan Diaz.

Copies of the book will be available at the Circulation Desk.

eBook and eAudiobook copies are available through Libby.

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

The Book Discussion Group will meet in-person to discuss Trust by Hernan Diaz.

Copies of the book will be available at the Circulation Desk.

eBook and eAudiobook copies are available through Libby.

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Virtual: ESL Conversation Group

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults

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

Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

Michael McColly Photo

Virtual: Walking Chicago’s Coast: A 63-Mile Journey to the Indiana Dunes

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us as Michael McColly discusses his recently published book, Walking Chicago’s Coast: A 63-Mile Journey to the Indiana Dunes. 

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Join us as Michael McColly discusses his recently published book, Walking Chicago’s Coast: A 63-Mile Journey to the Indiana Dunes. 

District 99 Art Show Reception

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lobby at Woodridge Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Come join the students, family and friends in celebration of District 99 Downers Grove North & South High School Art Exhibit at the Woodridge Public Library.  Light refreshments will be served in the lobby.

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

Come join the students, family and friends in celebration of District 99 Downers Grove North & South High School Art Exhibit at the Woodridge Public Library.  Light refreshments will be served in the lobby.

Excel charts

Excel Charts

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Computer Training Lab at Woodridge Public Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Learn to visualize data effectively with charts and sparklines. 

Previous experience with Excel is required.

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

Learn to visualize data effectively with charts and sparklines. 

Previous experience with Excel is required.

LATE OPENING: STAFF IN-SERVICE

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 9:00am - 1:00pm
Woodridge Public Library

The library will open at 1 p.m. due to a staff in-service meeting.

Closing
Branches:
Woodridge Public Library
Description:

The library will open at 1 p.m. due to a staff in-service meeting.

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Drop-in: Senior Cards & Games

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Off-the-Lobby at Woodridge Public Library
Age Group:
Seniors

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.

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.

JACK MIUCCIO

Live Music: Jack Miuccio

Sunday, April 26, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Off-the-Lobby at Woodridge Public Library
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Jack Miuccio returns to croon fan favorites by The Rat Pack, Tom Jones, Bobby Darrin, and more!

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

Jack Miuccio returns to croon fan favorites by The Rat Pack, Tom Jones, Bobby Darrin, and more!

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Virtual: ESL Conversation Group

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults

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

Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

Car Maintenance

Car Maintenance 101

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Mahlke Meeting Room AB at Woodridge Public Library
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join Robert Boyle, assistant professor of automotive technology at College of DuPage, as he discusses the basics of car maintenance and repair, warning lights and fuel choices, compares gas and electric vehicles, and provides tips on finding a rel

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Mahlke Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Robert Boyle, assistant professor of automotive technology at College of DuPage, as he discusses the basics of car maintenance and repair, warning lights and fuel choices, compares gas and electric vehicles, and provides tips on finding a rel

Bingo Cards

Adult Spring BINGO

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Off-the-Lobby at Woodridge Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Play BINGO! No fees. Small prizes. Fun guaranteed.

Adults only, please!

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

Play BINGO! No fees. Small prizes. Fun guaranteed.

Adults only, please!