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December 2019

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Give the Gift of DNA for the Holidays: Genealogy Test Kit Advice 2:00pm - 3:00pm Registration Required Give the Gift of DNA for the Holidays: Genealogy Test Kit Advice 2:00pm - 3:00pm Dec 1, 2019 Woodridge Public Library Mahlke Meeting Room Whole Age Group: Adults, Seniors, Program Type: General Programs Registration Required Description How do you choose the best kit to give as a gift? Attend this clear and concise look at current choices, including prices and benefits. Get the right kit for your loved one, at the right time, at the right price....	Lisle Job Club 10:00am - 12:00pm Woodridge Public Library Study Room G Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Programs Description Welcome to a place where job seekers and job movers come together to encourage, cajole and support each other’s job search....	SSIP Citizenship Prep Classes 6:00pm - 8:00pm Woodridge Public Library Mahlke Meeting Room Whole Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Programs Description Students are required to register for this course through the South Suburban Immigrant Project. Call (630) 296-6755 to register....	Census Bureau Training Meetings 9:15am - 5:00pm Woodridge Public Library Mahlke Meeting Room Whole Description Representatives from the Census Bureau will be providing training to preregistered participants. ... Suburban Astronomy: What Can I see from my Backyard? 7:00pm - 8:15pm Registration Required Suburban Astronomy: What Can I see from my Backyard? 7:00pm - 8:15pm Dec 4, 2019 Woodridge Public Library Off-the-Lobby Age Group: Everyone, Adults, Teens, Program Type: General Programs Registration Required Description Rick Gering of the Naperville Astronomical Association highlights stars and constellations visible right from your own backyard. ...	Census Bureau Training Meetings 9:15am - 5:00pm Woodridge Public Library Mahlke Meeting Room Whole Description Representatives from the Census Bureau will be providing training to preregistered participants. ... Mailings Made Easy with Microsoft Word 6:30pm - 8:30pm Registration Required Mailings Made Easy with Microsoft Word 6:30pm - 8:30pm Dec 5, 2019 Woodridge Public Library Computer Training Lab Age Group: Adults, Teens, Seniors, Program Type: Computer Classes Registration Required Seats Remaining: 5 Description Just in time for the holidays! Learn how to make labels and envelopes in Word. You’ll also see how easy it is to create an address list in Excel and merge it with labels and envelopes for your bulk mailings....	Census Bureau Training Meetings 9:15am - 1:30pm Woodridge Public Library Mahlke Meeting Room Whole Description Representatives from the Census Bureau will be providing training to preregistered participants. ... Tween Takeover! 3:30pm - 5:00pm Tween Takeover! 3:30pm - 5:00pm Dec 6, 2019 Woodridge Public Library Mahlke Meeting Room Whole Age Group: Children, Teens, Program Type: Children's Programs, Teen Programs, Description Drop by between 3:30 and 5:00 pm to eat pizza, play video games, challenge a friend to a board game, relax with a craft, or just hang out! Grades 5-8 only. No registration. ...	Sensory-Friendly Movie Matinee: Toy Story Four 10:00am - 12:15pm Sensory-Friendly Movie Matinee: Toy Story Four 10:00am - 12:15pm Dec 7, 2019 Woodridge Public Library Mahlke Meeting Room Whole Age Group: Children Program Type: General Programs Description Join us in the accepting environment of the library for a sensory-friendly matinee showing of “Toy Story 4.” ... Toy Story Four Movie: Watch, Craft, Snack & Relax! 1:00pm - 3:15pm Toy Story Four Movie: Watch, Craft, Snack & Relax! 1:00pm - 3:15pm Dec 7, 2019 Woodridge Public Library Mahlke Meeting Room Whole Age Group: Children Program Type: General Programs Description Take a time-out from hectic holiday activities and watch the family-friendly Toy Story movie while enjoying popcorn and fruit snacks....
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Teen DIY: Winter Bookmarks All Day Woodridge Public Library Age Group: Teens Program Type: General Programs, Teen Programs, Description Color to relax or create a quick gift. ...
	Lisle Job Club 10:00am - 12:00pm Woodridge Public Library Study Room G Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Programs Description Welcome to a place where job seekers and job movers come together to encourage, cajole and support each other’s job search.... Bluestem Book Club 5:00pm - 6:00pm Registration Required Woodridge Public Library Mahlke Meeting Room 1/2 Age Group: Children Program Type: Children's Programs Registration Required Seats Remaining: 1 Description Join us each month to discuss a different nominee from the 2020 Illinois Bluestem Readers' Choice List and enjoy treats. For kids in grades 3 - 5. Online registration begins Monday, August 19. ... Coloring for Adults 6:30pm - 8:00pm Woodridge Public Library Off-the-Lobby Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Programs Description Coloring is not just for kids anymore! A drop-in coloring club will start meeting the second Monday of each month, to enjoy an evening of relaxation and creativity....	Home School LEGO: Free Build 1:00pm - 2:30pm Woodridge Public Library Mahlke Meeting Room Whole Age Group: Children Program Type: Children's Programs SSIP Citizenship Prep Classes 6:00pm - 8:00pm Woodridge Public Library Off-the-Lobby Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Programs Description Students are required to register for this course through the South Suburban Immigrant Project. Call (630) 296-6755 to register.... Air Fryer Do's and Don'ts 7:00pm - 8:00pm Registration Required Woodridge Public Library Mahlke Meeting Room Whole Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Programs Registration Required Description "I love the hands-off ease of cooking in an air fryer, but getting the best results involves slightly more than simply turning it on and walking away....	Adults: Create Your Own Button 1:00pm - 2:30pm Registration Required Woodridge Public Library Computer Training Lab Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Programs Registration Required Seats Remaining: 9 Description Meet in the Computer Training Lab to design, print and create your own buttons (pin-back). You can bring in your ready-made digital design, photos, drawings and ideas, or start from scratch. Buttons are approximately 1.5 inches....	Story Time with a Princess 10:00am - 11:00am Woodridge Public Library Mahlke Meeting Room Whole Age Group: Children Program Type: Children's Programs, Parents, Storytimes, Description Join us for a special storytime with Rapunzel! She will share stories and fun activities, greet children and be available for photos afterwards. ...	Finals Snack & Study All Day Woodridge Public Library Age Group: Teens Program Type: Teen Programs Description Get away from distractions: study at the library. The Teen Area will be reserved as a TEENS ONLY study center. Encouragement and brain-boosting snacks provided! ...	Finals Snack & Study All Day Woodridge Public Library Age Group: Teens Program Type: Teen Programs Description Get away from distractions: study at the library. The Teen Area will be reserved as a TEENS ONLY study center. Encouragement and brain-boosting snacks provided! ...
					LATE OPENING - STAFF IN-SERVICE 9:00am - 1:00pm Branch: Woodridge Public Library Senior Cards & Games 1:00pm - 3:00pm Woodridge Public Library Off-the-Lobby Age Group: Seniors Program Type: General Programs Description The library provides a friendly space and games on the 2nd and 4th Friday of each month, and sets out refreshments. Play Yahtzee or poker, organize a game like Bananagrams, Scrabble, or Bunco...anything goes. ... Kid Crafternoon 3:30pm - 4:30pm Woodridge Public Library Mahlke Meeting Room Whole Age Group: Children Program Type: Children's Programs, Parents, Description We will be making crafts with Perler Beads. FOR KIDS IN GRADES K-3. ALL MATERIALS PROVIDED. PARENTS WELCOME! ...	Literacy DuPage Orientation for Tutors 10:00am - 11:00am Woodridge Public Library Mahlke Meeting Room Whole Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Programs Cookies & Cram: HS Teens After Hours Finals Study 4:45pm - 9:00pm Registration Required Cookies & Cram: HS Teens After Hours Finals Study 4:45pm - 9:00pm Dec 14, 2019 Woodridge Public Library Age Group: Teens Program Type: Teen Programs Registration Required Description Study in a quiet place with cookies and your friends. High School teens who want to keep studying at the library after the building is closed to the public can register online (or in the lobby on 12/14) and arrive by 4:45 p.m. ...
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Finals Snack & Study All Day Woodridge Public Library Age Group: Teens Program Type: Teen Programs Description Get away from distractions: study at the library. The Teen Area will be reserved as a TEENS ONLY study center. Encouragement and brain-boosting snacks provided! ...	Finals Snack & Study All Day Woodridge Public Library Age Group: Teens Program Type: Teen Programs Description Get away from distractions: study at the library. The Teen Area will be reserved as a TEENS ONLY study center. Encouragement and brain-boosting snacks provided! ...	Finals Snack & Study All Day Woodridge Public Library Age Group: Teens Program Type: Teen Programs Description Get away from distractions: study at the library. The Teen Area will be reserved as a TEENS ONLY study center. Encouragement and brain-boosting snacks provided! ...	Finals Snack & Study All Day Woodridge Public Library Age Group: Teens Program Type: Teen Programs Description Get away from distractions: study at the library. The Teen Area will be reserved as a TEENS ONLY study center. Encouragement and brain-boosting snacks provided! ...	Finals Snack & Study All Day Woodridge Public Library Age Group: Teens Program Type: Teen Programs Description Get away from distractions: study at the library. The Teen Area will be reserved as a TEENS ONLY study center. Encouragement and brain-boosting snacks provided! ...	Census Taker Application Day 2:00pm - 6:00pm Woodridge Public Library Lobby Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Programs Description A representative from the U.S. Census Bureau will host an information table in the lobby of the Woodridge Public Library on Friday, December 20, 2019 from 2 to 6 p.m....	Hot Cocoa Mix & Give 2:00pm - 4:00pm Woodridge Public Library Off-the-Lobby Age Group: Everyone Program Type: General Programs Description Customize your own hot chocolate mix and personalize a jar to take it home in. Perfect for a last-minute gift or to enjoy yourself. All supplies provided. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. ...
Hour of Code 2:00pm - 4:00pm Registration Required Hour of Code 2:00pm - 4:00pm Dec 15, 2019 Woodridge Public Library Computer Training Lab Age Group: Children, Teens, Program Type: General Programs, Teen Programs, Registration Required Seats Remaining: 4 Description Students grades 5-12! Join us for the Hour of Code™, a world-... Featured Artist Reception - Darcy Berg 2:00pm - 4:00pm Woodridge Public Library Lobby Age Group: Everyone Description The Woodridge Public Library will exhibit photography and fiber artwork by artist Darcy Berg. ... Caroling Concert with The Festive Singers 2:00pm - 3:00pm Registration Required Caroling Concert with The Festive Singers 2:00pm - 3:00pm Dec 15, 2019 Woodridge Public Library Mahlke Meeting Room Whole Age Group: Adults, Seniors, Program Type: Music Registration Required Description "'Tis the season to be jolly!" Get in the holiday spirit with contemporary Christmas and Hanukkah favorites from an a cappella quartet....	Lisle Job Club 10:00am - 12:00pm Woodridge Public Library Study Room G Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Programs Description Welcome to a place where job seekers and job movers come together to encourage, cajole and support each other’s job search.... Caudill Book Club 5:00pm - 6:00pm Registration Required Caudill Book Club 5:00pm - 6:00pm Dec 16, 2019 Woodridge Public Library Mahlke Meeting Room 1/2 Age Group: Children, Teens, Program Type: Children's Programs, Teen Programs, Registration Required Seats Remaining: 3 Description Join us each month to discuss a different nominee from the 2020 Illinois Caudill Readers' Choice List and enjoy treats. For kids in grades 5-8. Online registration begins Monday, August 19. C...	Census Bureau Training Meetings 9:15am - 5:00pm Woodridge Public Library Mahlke Meeting Room Whole Description Representatives from the Census Bureau will be providing training to preregistered participants. ... Teens: Perler Bead Snowflakes 3:30pm - 4:30pm Woodridge Public Library Off-the-Lobby Age Group: Teens Program Type: General Programs, Teen Programs, Description Take a break from studying--design a beautiful Perler Bead snowflake. ... Library Needlers 6:00pm - 8:30pm Woodridge Public Library Off-the-Lobby Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Programs Description Bring your needle-related project and supplies and join us for conversation and useful tips. We help each other! ...	Census Bureau Training Meetings 9:15am - 5:00pm Woodridge Public Library Mahlke Meeting Room Whole Description Representatives from the Census Bureau will be providing training to preregistered participants. ... Hot Cocoa Mix & Give 6:00pm - 8:00pm Woodridge Public Library Off-the-Lobby Age Group: Everyone Program Type: General Programs Description Customize your own hot cocoa mix and personalize a jar to take it home in. Perfect for a last-minute gift or to enjoy yourself. All supplies provided. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. ... Library Board Meeting 7:30pm - 9:00pm Woodridge Public Library Mahlke Meeting Room Whole	Home School Art Club: Holiday Crafts 1:00pm - 2:00pm Registration Required Woodridge Public Library Mahlke Meeting Room Whole Age Group: Children Program Type: Children's Programs Registration Required Seats Remaining: 4 Description Make you own holiday cards and decorations for friends and family. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. ALL MATERIALS WILL BE PROVIDED. ... Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint 6:30pm - 8:30pm Registration Required Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint 6:30pm - 8:30pm Dec 19, 2019 Woodridge Public Library Computer Training Lab Age Group: Adults, Teens, Seniors, Program Type: Computer Classes Registration Required Seats Remaining: 8 Description Learn how to create and run a basic slide show with text and graphics. Prerequisite: Experience with the mouse/keyboard and Microsoft Windows. ... Jefferson Singers: Chorus Performance 7:00pm - 8:00pm Woodridge Public Library Lobby Age Group: Everyone Program Type: Music Description Over 50 talented singers from Jefferson Junior High will take the Woodridge Library by storm for a festive 30 minute performance. Join the chorus students for cookies and hot cocoa after the finale....
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	Lisle Job Club 10:00am - 12:00pm Woodridge Public Library Study Room G Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Programs Description Welcome to a place where job seekers and job movers come together to encourage, cajole and support each other’s job search....	CLOSED FOR CHRISTMAS EVE 9:00am - 9:00pm Branch: Woodridge Public Library Description Closed all day for Christmas Eve. Library reopens on December 26, 2019 at 9 a.m. Outdoor book drops will remain open throughout the holiday. ...	CHRISTMAS DAY - CLOSED All Day Branch: Woodridge Public Library Description Closed all day for Christmas. Library reopens on December 26, 2019 at 9 a.m. Outdoor book drops will remain open throughout the holiday weekend. ...		Senior Cards & Games 1:00pm - 3:00pm Woodridge Public Library Off-the-Lobby Age Group: Seniors Program Type: General Programs Description The library provides a friendly space and games on the 2nd and 4th Friday of each month, and sets out refreshments. Play Yahtzee or poker, organize a game like Bananagrams, Scrabble, or Bunco...anything goes. ...	LEGO Builders Club 2:00pm - 3:00pm Woodridge Public Library Mahlke Meeting Room Whole Age Group: Children Program Type: Children's Programs Description Get those creative juices flowing! Join us for an afternoon of building with Legos. Let's see what you can create! Registration is not required. ...

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	Lisle Job Club 10:00am - 12:00pm Woodridge Public Library Study Room G Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Programs Description Welcome to a place where job seekers and job movers come together to encourage, cajole and support each other’s job search....	Noon Year's Eve Activities 10:00am - 12:00pm Woodridge Public Library Mahlke Meeting Room Whole Age Group: Children Program Type: Children's Programs, Parents, Description On December 31st from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m., we welcome families to celebrate Noon Year's Eve with us at the library. Crafts, party hats, noisemakers and a countdown till noon! ... CLOSING AT 5PM FOR NEW YEAR'S EVE 5:00pm - 9:00pm Branch: Woodridge Public Library