Skip to main content

You are here

Events Calendar

August 2018

Primary tabs

Sun	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat
29	30	31	1	2	3	4
			Public Feedback Session with Lisle Township Assessor's Office 7:00pm - 8:45pm Public Feedback Session with Lisle Township Assessor's Office 7:00pm - 8:45pm Aug 1, 2018 Woodridge Public Library Mahlke Meeting Room Whole Age Group: Adults Description Public feedback session pertaining to the Lisle Township Assessor's Office permanent office space. This feedback session will provide an overview of the problem and potential options, and then focus on questions and discussion. ...	Summer Lunch 11:30am - 1:30pm Woodridge Public Library Mahlke Meeting Room Whole Age Group: Children Program Type: General Programs Description Sponsored by Northern IL Food Bank and West Suburban Pantry Community Partners include Volunteers from Woodridge Library, Volunteer Teachers from School District 68, and the Woodridge Police Department... Lincoln & Illinois: Historical Portrayal with Mr. Lincoln 7:00pm - 8:30pm Registration Required Lincoln & Illinois: Historical Portrayal with Mr. Lincoln 7:00pm - 8:30pm Aug 2, 2018 Woodridge Public Library Mahlke Meeting Room Whole Age Group: Everyone, Adults, Seniors, Program Type: General Programs Registration Required Description Kevin Wood portrays President Abraham Lincoln, one of our nation's most beloved and esteemed historical figures. In character, Mr....	GOATs—Group of Advising Teens—Wants You! Pizza & Games 6:30pm - 8:15pm Registration Required GOATs—Group of Advising Teens—Wants You! Pizza & Games 6:30pm - 8:15pm Aug 3, 2018 Woodridge Public Library Mahlke Meeting Room Whole Age Group: Teens Program Type: Teen Programs Registration Required Description GOATs: Pizza & Teen Meeting If you think that the library is awesome (it is), or you just like pizza (we do), join the library's teen group for a celebration of reading, pizza and fun!...	Basic Computer Classes from PRC 11:00am - 12:30pm Woodridge Public Library Computer Training Lab Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computer Classes Description 6-Week Introduction to Computers Starts Saturday, June 30, 11 a.m.Classes taught by the People's Resource Center (PRC) at the Woodridge Library. Call the PRC at 630-384-1344 to register. ...
5	6	7	8	9	10	11
Sell Your Stuff Online: Facebook Marketplace, eBay, Craigslist 2:00pm - 3:30pm Registration Required Sell Your Stuff Online: Facebook Marketplace, eBay, Craigslist 2:00pm - 3:30pm Aug 5, 2018 Woodridge Public Library Mahlke Meeting Room Whole Age Group: Adults, Teens, Seniors, Program Type: General Programs Registration Required Description There are lots of great options for selling your old possessions online, from eBay to Craigslist to the new Facebook Marketplace. Michael Gershbein of Very Smart People (VSP) will cover them all and offer selling and safety tips! ...	Lisle Township Job Club 10:00am - 1:00pm 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.... Summer Lunch 11:30am - 1:30pm Woodridge Public Library Mahlke Meeting Room Whole Age Group: Children Program Type: General Programs Description Sponsored by Northern IL Food Bank and West Suburban Pantry Community Partners include Volunteers from Woodridge Library, Volunteer Teachers from School District 68, and the Woodridge Police Department...	Ageless Grace Chair Exercises 11:30am - 12:30pm Registration Required Ageless Grace Chair Exercises 11:30am - 12:30pm Aug 7, 2018 Woodridge Public Library Mahlke Meeting Room 1/2 Age Group: Adults, Seniors, Program Type: General Programs Registration Required Seats Remaining: 11 Description Chair exercises will meet on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month--June, July and August--in the library's second floor Meeting Room.... CANCELED Explore E-books 7:00pm - 8:00pm Woodridge Public Library Mahlke Meeting Room Whole Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computer Classes, General Programs, Description You can pack light and always have something to read when you use the Library’s e-book, audiobook, and magazine collections....	Discovery Museum: Ancient Stories in the Sky 5:00pm - 5:45pm Registration Required Discovery Museum: Ancient Stories in the Sky 5:00pm - 5:45pm Aug 8, 2018 Woodridge Public Library Lobby Age Group: Adults, Children, Program Type: Children's Programs, General Programs, Parents, Registration Required Seats Remaining: 0 Description Discover the Ancient Mythological Stories told in the stars in this live presentation inside the Discovery Center's portable inflatable planetarium. This 5:00 p.m.... Discovery Museum: Ancient Stories in the Sky 6:00pm - 6:45pm Registration Required Discovery Museum: Ancient Stories in the Sky 6:00pm - 6:45pm Aug 8, 2018 Woodridge Public Library Lobby Age Group: Adults, Children, Program Type: Children's Programs, General Programs, Parents, Registration Required Seats Remaining: 0 Description Discover the Ancient Mythological Stories told in the stars in this live presentation inside the Discovery Center's portable inflatable planetarium. This 6:00 p.m.... Teen Discovery Museum: Ancient Stories in the Sky 7:00pm - 7:45pm Registration Required Teen Discovery Museum: Ancient Stories in the Sky 7:00pm - 7:45pm Aug 8, 2018 Woodridge Public Library Lobby Age Group: Teens Program Type: General Programs, Teen Programs, Registration Required Seats Remaining: 5 Description Discover the Ancient Mythological Stories told in the stars in this live presentation inside the Discovery Center's portable inflatable planetarium. This 7:00 p.m....	Summer Lunch 11:30am - 1:30pm Woodridge Public Library Mahlke Meeting Room Whole Age Group: Children Program Type: General Programs Description Sponsored by Northern IL Food Bank and West Suburban Pantry Community Partners include Volunteers from Woodridge Library, Volunteer Teachers from School District 68, and the Woodridge Police Department... WINDOWS 10 PHOTOS APP 6:30pm - 8:30pm Registration Required WINDOWS 10 PHOTOS APP 6:30pm - 8:30pm Aug 9, 2018 Woodridge Public Library Computer Training Lab Age Group: Adults, Teens, Seniors, Program Type: Computer Classes Registration Required Seats Remaining: 3 Description Learn how to organize and edit your photos using the Windows 10 Photos app. Prerequisite: Experience with the mouse/keyboard and Microsoft Windows 10. ... Are You FAFSA Ready? Free Application for Federal Student Aid 7:00pm - 8:30pm Registration Required Are You FAFSA Ready? Free Application for Federal Student Aid 7:00pm - 8:30pm Aug 9, 2018 Woodridge Public Library Mahlke Meeting Room Whole Age Group: Adults, Teens, Program Type: General Programs, Teen Programs, Registration Required Description With FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) completion beginning October 1, it is important that future college students and parents prepare ahead of time. This workshop will discuss how the financial aid process works, provide tips and...	Senior Cards & Games 1:00pm - 3:00pm Woodridge Public Library Lobby Age Group: Seniors Program Type: General Programs Description We'll organize card games (and by request, games like Yahtzee or Bunco) for seniors, and those on their way to becoming a senior! Bring a sweater. Light refreshments. Invite a friend or neighbor! ...	New Movie Matinee: A Quiet Place 1:00pm - 2:45pm New Movie Matinee: A Quiet Place 1:00pm - 2:45pm Aug 11, 2018 Woodridge Public Library Mahlke Meeting Room Whole Age Group: Adults, Teens, Program Type: General Programs Description No registration required: A Quiet Place (2018)PG-13 \| 1h 30min \| Drama, Horror, Sci-Fi \| 6 April 2018 (USA)A family is forced to live in silence while hiding from creatures that hunt by sound.Director: John Krasinski... Scrabble Club 1:00pm - 3:00pm Registration Required Scrabble Club 1:00pm - 3:00pm Aug 11, 2018 Woodridge Public Library Lobby Age Group: Adults, Teens, Seniors, Program Type: General Programs Registration Required Description Play a friendly game of Scrabble, all skill levels welcome. ...
12	13	14	15	16	17	18
Artist Reception Marj Nicoletti 2:00pm - 4:00pm Woodridge Public Library Lobby Description The Art Gallery will feature artist Marj Nicoletti's oil and watercolor paintings from August 9 through August 31.... Genealogy Research Help in the Training Lab 2:00pm - 3:30pm Registration Required Genealogy Research Help in the Training Lab 2:00pm - 3:30pm Aug 12, 2018 Woodridge Public Library Computer Training Lab Age Group: Adults, Teens, Seniors, Program Type: General Programs Registration Required Seats Remaining: 3 Description Registration required, seats are limited. Bring your own family history notes and questions, you will access to and guidance in using Ancestry.com and other genealogy research tools available at the library....	Lisle Township Job Club 10:00am - 11:00am Woodridge Public Library Mahlke Meeting Room 1/2 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.... Résumé Workshop 6:00pm - 8:00pm Registration Required Woodridge Public Library Mahlke Meeting Room Whole Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Programs Registration Required Description Resume Workshop Summary What should and shouldn’t be on your resume The 5 categories of information your resume must contain...		INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT POWERPOINT 6:30pm - 8:30pm Registration Required INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT POWERPOINT 6:30pm - 8:30pm Aug 15, 2018 Woodridge Public Library Computer Training Lab Age Group: Adults, Teens, Seniors, Program Type: Computer Classes Registration Required Seats Remaining: 4 Description Learn how to create and run a basic slide show with text and graphics. Prerequisite: Experience with the mouse/keyboard and Microsoft Windows. ... Library Board Meeting 7:30pm - 9:00pm Woodridge Public Library Mahlke Meeting Room Whole Age Group: Adults Program Type: Library Board Meetings
19	20	21	22	23	24	25
Mo' Beat Blues Show 2:00pm - 3:00pm Registration Required Mo' Beat Blues Show 2:00pm - 3:00pm Aug 19, 2018 Woodridge Public Library Mahlke Meeting Room Whole Age Group: Adults, Teens, Seniors, Program Type: General Programs Registration Required Description Back by popular demand!...	Lisle Township Job Club 10:00am - 11:00am Woodridge Public Library Mahlke Meeting Room 1/2 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 - Children's Library Program Type: General Programs Description Registration is done through the SSIP. ... Interviewing Skills Workshop 6:00pm - 8:00pm Registration Required Woodridge Public Library Mahlke Meeting Room 1/2 Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Programs Registration Required Description Presented by Human Resources Expert Bob Schlacks Interviewing Skills Workshop Summary What “soft skills” companies are really looking for What to do before, during and after an interview... Library Needlers 6:00pm - 8:30pm Woodridge Public Library 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! ...	Ageless Grace Chair Exercises 11:30am - 12:30pm Registration Required Ageless Grace Chair Exercises 11:30am - 12:30pm Aug 21, 2018 Woodridge Public Library Mahlke Meeting Room 1/2 Age Group: Adults, Seniors, Program Type: General Programs Registration Required Seats Remaining: 14 Description Chair exercises will meet on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month--June, July and August--in the library's second floor Meeting Room....	INTERMEDIATE MICROSOFT POWERPOINT 6:30pm - 8:30pm Registration Required INTERMEDIATE MICROSOFT POWERPOINT 6:30pm - 8:30pm Aug 22, 2018 Woodridge Public Library Computer Training Lab Age Group: Adults, Teens, Seniors, Program Type: Computer Classes Registration Required Seats Remaining: 4 Description Learn how to use the slide master, custom themes and layouts; animations and transitions; and how to create a photo album. Prerequisite: Working knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint is required. ...	Senior Housing 101 7:00pm - 8:00pm Registration Required Senior Housing 101 7:00pm - 8:00pm Aug 23, 2018 Woodridge Public Library Mahlke Meeting Room Whole Age Group: Adults, Seniors, Program Type: General Programs Registration Required Description Planning advice from an expert: Rick Graffagna from Senior Solutions will discuss the variety of housing types available to senior citizens, what to look for when touring a potential residence, and how to pay for it....	Senior Cards & Games 1:00pm - 3:00pm Woodridge Public Library Lobby Age Group: Seniors Program Type: General Programs Description We'll organize card games (and by request, games like Yahtzee or Bunco) for seniors, and those on their way to becoming a senior! Bring a sweater. Light refreshments. Invite a friend or neighbor! ...	Basic Computer Classes from PRC 9:00am - 12:30pm Woodridge Public Library Computer Training Lab Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computer Classes Description PRC is offering 2 classes on Saturday mornings, at the Woodridge Public Library. The 9 a.m. class is taught in Spanish - please see PRC teacher for details/registration.... What is an Arduino? 10:00am - 11:30am Registration Required What is an Arduino? 10:00am - 11:30am Aug 25, 2018 Woodridge Public Library Mahlke Meeting Room 1/2 Age Group: Adults, Teens, Seniors, Program Type: Computer Classes, General Programs, Registration Required Seats Remaining: 5 Description An Arduino is an easy-to-use programmable circuit board and software platform used by tinkerers and makers of all ages to build all kinds of electronics projects. Come to this overview of Arduino and the things that you can make with it. ...
26	27	28	29	30	31	1
Using Facebook & Social Media for Genealogy 2:00pm - 3:00pm Registration Required Using Facebook & Social Media for Genealogy 2:00pm - 3:00pm Aug 26, 2018 Woodridge Public Library Mahlke Meeting Room Whole Age Group: Adults, Seniors, Program Type: General Programs Registration Required Description Genealogist Jenny Warner discusses ways to use social media to conduct your family history research, including Facebook strategies. ...	Lisle Township Job Club 10:00am - 11:00am Woodridge Public Library Mahlke Meeting Room 1/2 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 Program Type: General Programs Description Registration is done through the SSIP. ...	Representative David S. Olsen Mobile Office Hours 11:00am - 12:30pm Representative David S. Olsen Mobile Office Hours 11:00am - 12:30pm Aug 28, 2018 Woodridge Public Library Lobby Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Programs Description Rep. David S. Olsen will be in the lobby to share information on government programs and other information useful to local residents. ...		Homeschool Instrument Tryout Program 1:00pm - 2:00pm Woodridge Public Library Mahlke Meeting Room Whole Description Home schoolers are invited to tryout marching band intruments with the West Suburban Homeschool Band. The West Suburban Home School Band (WSHSB), also known as The Patriots (for summer marching) was founded in the fall of 2001 to provide an oppor...	LATE OPENING STAFF IN-SERVICE 9:00am - 1:00pm Branch: Woodridge Public Library