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Senior Cards & Games

Friday, January 24, 2025 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 also...

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.

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Cut the Cable Cord

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room AB at Woodridge Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Amazon, Apple and Netflix offer just a few of the options available for people who are interested in cutting the cable cord. Find out about all the best services as well as streami...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Event Details:

Amazon, Apple and Netflix offer just a few of the options available for people who are interested in cutting the cable cord. Find out about all the best services as well as streaming devices like Amazon's Firestick, Roku and Apple TV.

Sled Dogs

Teen Only After Hours: Sled Dog Meet & Greet Pizza Party

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Off-the-Lobby at Woodridge Public Library
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Teens are invited to the Library afterhours for a teen only event. Meet Siberian Huskies, learn fun facts, take pictures, and enjoy pizza. You must be between 12-18 to attend this ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Off-the-Lobby
Age Group: Teens
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Teens are invited to the Library afterhours for a teen only event. Meet Siberian Huskies, learn fun facts, take pictures, and enjoy pizza.

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Virtual: ESL Conversation Group

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 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.

ICash

ICASH: Find Your Unclaimed $ with Illinois Treasurer's Office

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Lobby at Woodridge Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Stop by to meet with a representative from the Illinois State Treasurer's Office to find out if you have unclaimed property or money owed to you. The Treasurer’s Office is currentl...

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

Stop by to meet with a representative from the Illinois State Treasurer's Office to find out if you have unclaimed property or money owed to you.

Paul Lisnek

Virtual: Paul Lisnek After-Election Update

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

The League of Women Voters of the Palatine Area and various area libraries are proud to partner to host the Civic Awareness Series, a program dedicated to the continued civic educa...

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

The League of Women Voters of the Palatine Area and various area libraries are proud to partner to host the Civic Awareness Series, a program dedicated to the continued civic education and engagement of our patrons.

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Virtual: ESL Conversation Group

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 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.

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Virtual: An Evening With Acclaimed Author James McBride

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join an intimate discussion on impactful works, including the Pulitzer Prize-winning "The Good Lord Bird," exploring themes of race, history, and culture.This is a free virtual pro...

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

Join an intimate discussion on impactful works, including the Pulitzer Prize-winning "The Good Lord Bird," exploring themes of race, history, and culture.

This is a free virtual program using Zoom.

Introduction to Google Docs

Introduction to Google Docs

Wednesday, February 5, 2025 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 and format a Google document, share it with others, and download it as a PDF or Word document.A Google (or Gmail) account at accounts.google.com is re...

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 create and format a Google document, share it with others, and download it as a PDF or Word document.

SSIP Citizenship Prep Classes

Thursday, February 6, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room AB at Woodridge Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Students are required to register for this course through the South Suburban Immigrant Project. Call (630) 296-6755 to register.SSIP, through the New Americans Initiative, and...

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

Students are required to register for this course through the South Suburban Immigrant Project. Call (630) 296-6755 to register.

Valentine Craft

Craft & Sip: Valentine Door Hanger

Thursday, February 6, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Off-the-Lobby at Woodridge Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Paint a Valentine's door hanger while enjoying a warm beverage and the sounds of relaxing background music. Registration is required and will be checked at time of admission. Late ...

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

Paint a Valentine's door hanger while enjoying a warm beverage and the sounds of relaxing background music. Registration is required and will be checked at time of admission. Late arrivals cannot be guaranteed a spot. 

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Teen Pizza & Service

Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Off-the-Lobby at Woodridge Public Library
Program Type:
Volunteering
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Complete one service hour and enjoy pizza.

Full
Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Off-the-Lobby
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteering
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Complete one service hour and enjoy pizza.

Live Music: Songs You Love by Jane Allyson

Sunday, February 9, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Off-the-Lobby at Woodridge Public Library
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Celebrate the spirit of love with an upbeat twist on popular songs about romance and friendship. 

Open
Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Off-the-Lobby
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Required
Seats Remaining: 88
Event Details:

Celebrate the spirit of love with an upbeat twist on popular songs about romance and friendship. 

Valentine Bead

Teen & Adult Take & Make: Valentine Bead Decor

All Day 2/10 - 2/14
Woodridge Public Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
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Virtual: ESL Conversation Group

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 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.

Meditation 101

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room AB at Woodridge Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

A regular Meditation practice has been touted by Forbes as one of the top ways to be happier! Experience a beginner-friendly, guided meditation practice and learn how you can start...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 27
Event Details:

A regular Meditation practice has been touted by Forbes as one of the top ways to be happier!

Introduction to Google Sheets

Introduction to Google Sheets

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 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, edit and format a Google spreadsheet, and how to create basic formulas.A Google (or Gmail) account at accounts.google.com is required.  Please s...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Computer Training Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Computer Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Learn how to create, edit and format a Google spreadsheet, and how to create basic formulas.

SSIP Citizenship Prep Classes

Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room AB at Woodridge Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Students are required to register for this course through the South Suburban Immigrant Project. Call (630) 296-6755 to register.SSIP, through the New Americans Initiative, and...

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

Students are required to register for this course through the South Suburban Immigrant Project. Call (630) 296-6755 to register.

Friendship Bracelets for Adults

Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Off-the-Lobby at Woodridge Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Friendship bracelets are for everyone! Make a few bracelets to share or keep them for yourself to show your own style!

Open
Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Off-the-Lobby
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 26
Event Details:

Friendship bracelets are for everyone! Make a few bracelets to share or keep them for yourself to show your own style!

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Senior Cards & Games

Friday, February 14, 2025 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 also...

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

Saturday, February 15, 2025 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Woodridge Public Library
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Family
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.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Family
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
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.

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Book Discussion: Stars in an Italian Sky

Monday, February 17, 2025 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 Stars in an Italian Sky by Jill Santopolo.Copies of the book will be available at the Circulation DeskeBook and downloadabl...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussions
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

The Book Discussion Group will meet in-person to discuss Stars in an Italian Sky by Jill Santopolo.

Copies of the book will be available at the Circulation Desk

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Virtual: ESL Conversation Group

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 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.

Introduction to Google Slides

Introduction to Google Slides

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 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 and run a Google Slides slideshow.A Google (or Gmail) account at accounts.google.com is required.  Please sign up for an account before coming to...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Computer Training Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Computer Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Learn how to create and run a Google Slides slideshow.