Event List

Filters
Age Group
Trinity Irish Dancers

Trinity Irish Dancers

Sunday, March 15, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Off-the-Lobby at Woodridge Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Family

Dancers will perform a festive Irish dance for about 30 minutes, then children 3 to 10 years of age may join the dancers on stage for a quick Irish jig lesson. Drop-in, no registration required. 

Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Off-the-Lobby
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Family
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Dancers will perform a festive Irish dance for about 30 minutes, then children 3 to 10 years of age may join the dancers on stage for a quick Irish jig lesson. Drop-in, no registration required. 

square canvas on an easel

Tiny Art Show Canvas Pick-up

All Day 3/23 - 3/28
Lobby at Woodridge Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Family

Join the Tiny Art movement!

From March 23-28, visit the Library to pick up a tiny canvas (for a family or for an individual) to create your very own masterpiece. While supplies last.

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

Join the Tiny Art movement!

From March 23-28, visit the Library to pick up a tiny canvas (for a family or for an individual) to create your very own masterpiece. While supplies last.

CLOSED FOR EASTER HOLIDAY

All Day
Woodridge Public Library

Closed all day.

Closing
Branches:
Woodridge Public Library
Description:

Closed all day.

Group of dogs, cats, and bunnies surrounded by hearts

Family Storytime & Craft: Pets

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Mahlke Meeting Room AB at Woodridge Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Children, Family

Join us for books, songs, and a craft. 

Aimed at ages 0-5 years.

Please register each child that will complete a craft.

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Mahlke Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for books, songs, and a craft. 

Aimed at ages 0-5 years.

Please register each child that will complete a craft.

Llama, cow and goat in party hats

Barnyard Bash

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Off-the-Lobby at Woodridge Public Library
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Family

Old MacDonald had a farm...and now the library does too! Visit a mini petting zoo with real animals (goats, sheep, llama, donkey and more) right outside the library doors, then stay busy with activities and crafts inside.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Off-the-Lobby
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Family
Registration Required
Event Details:

Old MacDonald had a farm...and now the library does too! Visit a mini petting zoo with real animals (goats, sheep, llama, donkey and more) right outside the library doors, then stay busy with activities and crafts inside.

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.

Telescope in front of glowing image of sun

Solar Viewing @ the Library

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Off-the-Lobby at Woodridge Public Library
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Family

Explore the Solar System and beyond! Look through a specialized telescope, visit our pop-up planetary experience, learn about our galactic neighborhood, and make a craft and keep the fun of the Sun going at home!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Off-the-Lobby
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Family
Registration Required
Event Details:

Explore the Solar System and beyond! Look through a specialized telescope, visit our pop-up planetary experience, learn about our galactic neighborhood, and make a craft and keep the fun of the Sun going at home!

Cinema marquee sign surrounded by popcorn, film reels, award trophy and 3d glasses

No School Movie Matinee

Friday, May 1, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Mahlke Meeting Room AB at Woodridge Public Library
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Family

Free family fun!  Come to the library on this day off school for a movie and snack on us.

Please register ALL family members who will attend.  Children under the age of 9 must be accompanied by an adult.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Mahlke Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Family
Registration Required
Event Details:

Free family fun!  Come to the library on this day off school for a movie and snack on us.

Please register ALL family members who will attend.  Children under the age of 9 must be accompanied by an adult.

Cute dinosaur sipping tea while seated in giant tea cup

Tea-Rex Mother's Day

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Off-the-Lobby at Woodridge Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children, Family

Get ready for a stompin' good time as we celebrate Mother’s Day with dino treats, tea, and fun crafts. Dress up fancy (optional) or in your best dino gear for photo ops and more.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Off-the-Lobby
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready for a stompin' good time as we celebrate Mother’s Day with dino treats, tea, and fun crafts. Dress up fancy (optional) or in your best dino gear for photo ops and more.

Speed Limit 50 sign and an Illinois State Trooper badge

Books & Badges: Community Helper Storytime & Play

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Off-the-Lobby at Woodridge Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Children, Family

Meet IL State Trooper Shannon and buckle up for stories, songs, and play.  

Please register only children who will attend.  

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Off-the-Lobby
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Meet IL State Trooper Shannon and buckle up for stories, songs, and play.  

Please register only children who will attend.  

Turtle and frog

Family Storytime & Craft: Green Guys

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Mahlke Meeting Room AB at Woodridge Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Children, Family

Join us for books, songs, and a craft. 

Aimed at ages 0-5 years.

Please register each child that will complete a craft.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Mahlke Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for books, songs, and a craft. 

Aimed at ages 0-5 years.

Please register each child that will complete a craft.

Summer Program & Event registration opens

Friday, May 15, 2026 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Woodridge Public Library
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Family

Summer programs and events for all ages (for the months of June, July, and August) will be open for registration at 9 a.m. 

Please register if you would like a reminder.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Family
Registration Required
Event Details:

Summer programs and events for all ages (for the months of June, July, and August) will be open for registration at 9 a.m. 

Please register if you would like a reminder.

Child with butterfly costume, skipping with music notes behind them

Flutter & Flow Family Dance Party

Friday, May 15, 2026 at 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Mahlke Meeting Room AB at Woodridge Public Library
Age Group:
Children, Family

Experience the wonder of butterflies and bugs through dance.

Wings optional. Feel free to come dressed up as your favorite butterfly or bug.

 

Please register everyone in your family.

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

Experience the wonder of butterflies and bugs through dance.

Wings optional. Feel free to come dressed up as your favorite butterfly or bug.

 

Please register everyone in your family.

Child with butterfly costume, skipping with music notes behind them

Flutter & Flow Family Dance Party

Friday, May 15, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Mahlke Meeting Room AB at Woodridge Public Library
Age Group:
Children, Family

Experience the wonder of butterflies and bugs through dance.

Wings optional. Feel free to come dressed up as your favorite butterfly or bug.

 

Please register everyone in your family.

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

Experience the wonder of butterflies and bugs through dance.

Wings optional. Feel free to come dressed up as your favorite butterfly or bug.

 

Please register everyone in your family.

Teen and young boy with hearing aid, signing together while reading a book

ASL Storytime

Friday, May 22, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Off-the-Lobby at Woodridge Public Library
Age Group:
Children, Family

Hands tell the story at this engaging sign language storytime co-presented by The Language Labs.

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

Hands tell the story at this engaging sign language storytime co-presented by The Language Labs.

Memorial Day - Closed

All Day
Woodridge Public Library

Library will reopen Tuesday at 9 a.m. Book returns remain open 24/7.

Closing
Branches:
Woodridge Public Library
Description:

Library will reopen Tuesday at 9 a.m. Book returns remain open 24/7.

Fall Program & Event registration opens

Saturday, August 15, 2026 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Woodridge Public Library
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Family

Fall programs and events for all ages (for the months of September, October, and November) will be open for registration at 9 a.m. 

Please register if you would like a reminder.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Family
Registration Required
Event Details:

Fall programs and events for all ages (for the months of September, October, and November) will be open for registration at 9 a.m. 

Please register if you would like a reminder.

Labor Day - Closed

All Day
Woodridge Public Library

Closed for Labor Day, the library will reopen Tuesday, September 8 at 9 a.m. Outdoor book drops remain open 24/7.

Closing
Branches:
Woodridge Public Library
Description:

Closed for Labor Day, the library will reopen Tuesday, September 8 at 9 a.m. Outdoor book drops remain open 24/7.

Winter Program & Event registration opens

Sunday, November 15, 2026 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Woodridge Public Library
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Family

Winter programs and events for all ages (for the months of December, January, and February) will be open for registration at 9 a.m. 

Please register if you would like a reminder.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Family
Registration Required
Event Details:

Winter programs and events for all ages (for the months of December, January, and February) will be open for registration at 9 a.m. 

Please register if you would like a reminder.

CLOSED FOR THANKSGIVING DAY

All Day
Woodridge Public Library

Closed all day for Thanksgiving Day Library reopens on Friday at 9 a.m. Outdoor book returns will remain open throughout the holiday.

Closing
Branches:
Woodridge Public Library
Description:

Closed all day for Thanksgiving Day

Library reopens on Friday at 9 a.m.

Outdoor book returns will remain open throughout the holiday.

Closed for Christmas Eve

All Day
Woodridge Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Woodridge Public Library

CLOSED FOR CHRISTMAS DAY

All Day
Woodridge Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Woodridge Public Library

CLOSING AT 5PM FOR NEW YEAR'S EVE

Thursday, December 31, 2026 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Woodridge Public Library

Library will close at 5 p.m. for New Year's Eve holiday and be closed all day on January 1 for New Year's Day. Outdoor book returns will remain open throughout the holiday.

Closing
Branches:
Woodridge Public Library
Description:

Library will close at 5 p.m. for New Year's Eve holiday and be closed all day on January 1 for New Year's Day.

Outdoor book returns will remain open throughout the holiday.

Labor Day - Closed

All Day
Woodridge Public Library

Closed for Labor Day, the library will reopen Tuesday, September 7 at 9 a.m. Outdoor book drops remain open 24/7.

Closing
Branches:
Woodridge Public Library
Description:

Closed for Labor Day, the library will reopen Tuesday, September 7 at 9 a.m. Outdoor book drops remain open 24/7.