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

Sound Bath Meditation

Sunday, February 1, 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.

Judi Strauss

Virtual: Taxes Are Everyone's Business

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Judi Strauss of Strauss Tax Service will discuss the latest tax return changes and concerns. A link will be sent to everyone who registers. 

This is a free Zoom webinar.

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

Judi Strauss of Strauss Tax Service will discuss the latest tax return changes and concerns. A link will be sent to everyone who registers. 

This is a free Zoom webinar.

Monthly Meditation Group in Blue text. Beneath the text is an image of three women mediating at the library.

Monthly Meditation Group

Tuesday, February 10, 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! 

Laura Kovarik

What's Next?: A Guide for Beginning Genealogists

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Mahlke Meeting Room AB at Woodridge Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Have you put your family name into Ancestry or Google? Maybe you took a DNA test, got the results, and now don't know what to do. Laura Kovarik will show beginners how to take those next steps to get their research organized and moving forward.

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

Have you put your family name into Ancestry or Google? Maybe you took a DNA test, got the results, and now don't know what to do. Laura Kovarik will show beginners how to take those next steps to get their research organized and moving forward.

Image of Google Drive.

Intro to Google Drive

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Computer Training Lab at Woodridge Public Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Learn how to store, share, and organize files in Google Drive.

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 how to store, share, and organize files in Google Drive.

Elizabeth Kahura

Virtual: Echoes of Africa: Art and Folktales

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us in celebrating Black History Month with a vibrant program of storytelling, music, and cultural traditions led by Kenyan educator and storyteller Elizabeth Kahura!

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

Join us in celebrating Black History Month with a vibrant program of storytelling, music, and cultural traditions led by Kenyan educator and storyteller Elizabeth Kahura!

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Drop-in: Senior Cards & Games

Friday, February 13, 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.

Spring Program & Event registration opens

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

Spring programs and events for all ages (for the months of March, April, and May) 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:

Spring programs and events for all ages (for the months of March, April, and May) will be open for registration at 9 a.m. 

Please register if you would like a reminder.

Felicia Acosta

Social Worker In the Library

Monday, February 16, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Computer Training Lab at Woodridge Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Meet with Felicia Acosta, a licensed clinical social worker who works with the Woodridge Police Department.

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

Meet with Felicia Acosta, a licensed clinical social worker who works with the Woodridge Police Department.

Book Discussion: The Husbands

Monday, February 16, 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 The Husbands by Holly Gramazio

Copies of the book will be available at the Circulation Desk

eBook and downloadable audiobook copies are available through Libby or Boundless.

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 The Husbands by Holly Gramazio

Copies of the book will be available at the Circulation Desk

eBook and downloadable audiobook copies are available through Libby or Boundless.

Chair Yoga Workshop

Wednesday, February 18, 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.

Intro to Google Docs

Intro to Google Docs

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Computer Training Lab at Woodridge Public Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Create & format a document, and share documents.

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

Create & format a document, and share documents.

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, February 20, 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!

February Featured Artist Reception - Jay Moore

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Lobby at Woodridge Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Come meet our February Featured Artist, Jay Moore to discuss her art background, inspiration and techniques for creating her thread fine art pieces.

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

Come meet our February Featured Artist, Jay Moore to discuss her art background, inspiration and techniques for creating her thread fine art pieces.

Fruteland Jackson

Live Music: Fruteland Jackson

Sunday, February 22, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Off-the-Lobby at Woodridge Public Library
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Award winning blues musician Fruteland Jackson has a decade spanning career that includes collaborations with renowned artists.  He is bringing his soulful act to the library for an afternoon of music.

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

Award winning blues musician Fruteland Jackson has a decade spanning career that includes collaborations with renowned artists.  He is bringing his soulful act to the library for an afternoon of music.

R. L. Stine

Virtual: Still Afraid of the Dark: An Evening with R.L. Stine

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

The creator of Goosebumps and Fear Street reflects on a legendary career and upcoming projects that continue to thrill readers of all ages. 

This is a free virtual program using Zoom.

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

The creator of Goosebumps and Fear Street reflects on a legendary career and upcoming projects that continue to thrill readers of all ages. 

This is a free virtual program using Zoom.

How to Talk to AI

How to Talk to AI

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
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.

Estate Planning Explained

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Mahlke Meeting Room AB at Woodridge Public Library
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

A representative from Benton Financial will explain the estate planning process from beginning to end. This presentation highlights the need to plan, the most common planning techniques, and the documents used in the planning process.

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

A representative from Benton Financial will explain the estate planning process from beginning to end. This presentation highlights the need to plan, the most common planning techniques, and the documents used in the planning process.

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Drop-in: Senior Cards & Games

Friday, February 27, 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.

CLOSED FOR EASTER HOLIDAY

All Day
Woodridge Public Library

Closed all day.

Closing
Branches:
Woodridge Public Library
Description:

Closed all day.

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.

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.

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.