Upcoming Events

INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT POWERPOINT

6:30pm - 8:30pm

Age Group: Adults, Teens, Seniors

Registration Required

INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT POWERPOINT

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Aug 15, 2018

Woodridge Public Library

Computer Training Lab

Age Groups: Adults, Teens, Seniors

Program Type: Computer Classes

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 3

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

Age Group: Adults

Woodridge Public Library

Mahlke Meeting Room Whole

Age Groups: Adults

Program Type: Library Board Meetings

Mo' Beat Blues Show

2:00pm - 3:00pm

Age Group: Adults, Teens, Seniors

Registration Required

Mo' Beat Blues Show

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Aug 19, 2018

Woodridge Public Library

Mahlke Meeting Room Whole

Age Groups: Adults, Teens, Seniors

Program Type: General Programs

Registration Required

Description

Back by popular demand!...

Lisle Township Job Club

10:00am - 11:00am

Age Group: Adults

Woodridge Public Library

Mahlke Meeting Room 1/2

Age Groups: 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....

Library Needlers

6:00pm - 8:30pm

Age Group: Adults

Woodridge Public Library

Lobby

Age Groups: 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!...

Interviewing Skills Workshop

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Age Group: Adults

Registration Required

Woodridge Public Library

Mahlke Meeting Room 1/2

Age Groups: Adults

Program Type: General Programs

Registration Required

Description

Presented by Human Resources Expert Bob SchlacksInterviewing Skills Workshop SummaryWhat “soft skills” companies are really looking forWhat to do before, during and after an interview...

Ageless Grace Chair Exercises

11:30am - 12:30pm

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Registration Required

Ageless Grace Chair Exercises

11:30am - 12:30pm
Aug 21, 2018

Woodridge Public Library

Mahlke Meeting Room 1/2

Age Groups: 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

Age Group: Adults, Teens, Seniors

Registration Required

INTERMEDIATE MICROSOFT POWERPOINT

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Aug 22, 2018

Woodridge Public Library

Computer Training Lab

Age Groups: Adults, Teens, Seniors

Program Type: Computer Classes

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 0

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

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Registration Required

Senior Housing 101

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Aug 23, 2018

Woodridge Public Library

Mahlke Meeting Room Whole

Age Groups: 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

Age Group: Seniors

Woodridge Public Library

Lobby

Age Groups: 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!...

What is an Arduino?

10:00am - 11:30am

Age Group: Adults, Teens, Seniors

Registration Required

What is an Arduino?

10:00am - 11:30am
Aug 25, 2018

Woodridge Public Library

Mahlke Meeting Room 1/2

Age Groups: Adults, Teens, Seniors

Program Type: Computer Classes, General Programs

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 12

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....

Using Facebook & Social Media for Genealogy

2:00pm - 3:00pm

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Registration Required

Using Facebook & Social Media for Genealogy

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Aug 26, 2018

Woodridge Public Library

Mahlke Meeting Room Whole

Age Groups: 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

Age Group: Adults

Woodridge Public Library

Mahlke Meeting Room 1/2

Age Groups: 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....

Representative David S. Olsen Mobile Office Hours

11:00am - 12:30pm

Age Group: Adults

Representative David S. Olsen Mobile Office Hours

11:00am - 12:30pm
Aug 28, 2018

Woodridge Public Library

Lobby

Age Groups: 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 p...

LATE OPENING STAFF IN-SERVICE

9:00am - 1:00pm

Branch: Woodridge Public Library

Woodridge Public Library

CLOSED FOR LABOR DAY

All Day

Branch: Woodridge Public Library

Woodridge Public Library

Description

Closed all day for Labor DayLibrary reopens on September 4, 2018 at 9 a.m.Outdoor book drops will remain open throughout the holiday weekend....

Home School Lego Club

1:00pm - 2:30pm

Age Group: Children

Woodridge Public Library

Mahlke Meeting Room Whole

Age Groups: Children

Program Type: Children's Programs

Anime Club

6:30pm - 8:30pm

Age Group: Teens

Registration Required

Woodridge Public Library

Mahlke Meeting Room Whole

Age Groups: Teens

Program Type: Teen Programs

Registration Required

Description

Not just anime—it’s also Japanese snacks, a craft or activity, and a place to talk about manga and anime. But yeah, we’ll also be watching anime....

Planning Your Vacation Online

7:00pm - 8:00pm

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Registration Required

Planning Your Vacation Online

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Sep 6, 2018

Woodridge Public Library

Lobby

Age Groups: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: General Programs

Registration Required

Description

From cheap airfare to travel planners to useful apps, this class will show you the best ways to enable your computer to help you see the world!...

Picture Books on Film

10:00am - 10:30am

Age Group: Children

Woodridge Public Library

Mahlke Meeting Room Whole

Age Groups: Children

Program Type: Children's Programs

Description

Short films for young children based on picture books....

Scrabble Club

1:00pm - 2:30pm

Age Group: Adults, Teens, Seniors

Registration Required

Scrabble Club

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Sep 8, 2018

Woodridge Public Library

Age Groups: Adults, Teens, Seniors

Program Type: General Programs

Registration Required

Description

Play a friendly game of Scrabble, all skill levels welcome. Meets just-off-the-lobby by the book sale....

Artists Reception - MAPS (Morton Arboretum Photographic Society)

2:00pm - 4:00pm

Age Group: Everyone

Artists Reception - MAPS (Morton Arboretum Photographic Society)

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Sep 8, 2018

Woodridge Public Library

Lobby

Age Groups: Everyone

Description

Join the members of MAPS (Morton Arboretum Photographic Society) for a reception on Saturday, September 8th from 2:00 to 4:00 pm in the Lobby....

Pop-up Makerspace: Sewn Circuits

2:00pm - 4:00pm

Age Group: Children, Teens

Pop-up Makerspace: Sewn Circuits

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Sep 9, 2018

Woodridge Public Library

Lobby

Age Groups: Children, Teens

Program Type: General Programs

Description

Stop by the Library’s pop-up Makerspace and create a sewn circuit project using coin cell batteries, LEDs, conductive thread and other materials. You can make a handy mini-flashlight or a cool light-up cuff....

Lisle Township Job Club

10:00am - 11:00am

Age Group: Adults

Woodridge Public Library

Mahlke Meeting Room 1/2

Age Groups: 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....

Coloring for Adults

6:30pm - 8:00pm

Age Group: Adults

Woodridge Public Library

Lobby

Age Groups: 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 Educator's Q&A

7:00pm - 8:30pm

Age Group: Adults

Woodridge Public Library

Mahlke Meeting Room 1/2

Age Groups: Adults

Program Type: Parents

Description

Whether you are considering home schooling your children, have just started, or are a seasoned veteran; this time is for you. Please come to ask questions, share information, and network. As a special guest, a previously homeschooled m...

Superhero Storytime

10:00am - 11:00am

Woodridge Public Library

Mahlke Meeting Room Whole

Description

It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s…Wonder Woman! Come to the library for a fun interactive storytime and have your photo taken with a real superhero. (Costumes welcome!) For ages 2-5....

Teen Volunteer Info Session

5:00pm - 5:30pm

Age Group: Teens

Woodridge Public Library

Age Groups: Teens

Program Type: Teen Programs

Description

Are You a High School Student Interested in Volunteering at the Library? Join us at an information session in the Teen Area to learn more about volunteering!...

Hamilton's Women

7:00pm - 8:00pm

Age Group: Adults, Teens, Seniors

Registration Required

Hamilton's Women

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Sep 12, 2018

Woodridge Public Library

Mahlke Meeting Room Whole

Age Groups: Adults, Teens, Seniors

Program Type: General Programs

Registration Required

Description

In this new living-history program, meet the real women in Alexander Hamilton’s life:...

Reference USA Lunch & Learn

12:00pm - 1:30pm

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Registration Required

Reference USA Lunch & Learn

12:00pm - 1:30pm
Sep 13, 2018

Woodridge Public Library

Mahlke Meeting Room Whole

Age Groups: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: General Programs

Registration Required

Description

Infogroup’s Jodi Johnson will discuss this database of millions U.S. businesses, residents and healthcare professionals....

New Movie Matinee: Book Club

1:00pm - 3:00pm

Age Group: Adults, Teens

New Movie Matinee: Book Club

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Sep 15, 2018

Woodridge Public Library

Mahlke Meeting Room Whole

Age Groups: Adults, Teens

Program Type: General Programs

Description

No registration required: Book Club (2018)PG-13 |1h 44min | Comedy, Drama, Romance ...

Chicago Jazz Singer Elaine Dame

2:00pm - 3:00pm

Age Group: Adults, Teens, Seniors

Registration Required

Chicago Jazz Singer Elaine Dame

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Sep 16, 2018

Woodridge Public Library

Mahlke Meeting Room Whole

Age Groups: Adults, Teens, Seniors

Program Type: Music

Registration Required

Description

The radiant Jazz vocalist Elaine Dame, well-known and sought after in Chicago's jazz scene, will perform American jazz standards in her first appearance at the library's Sunday Music program....

Genealogy Research Help in the Training Lab

2:00pm - 3:30pm

Age Group: Adults, Teens, Seniors

Registration Required

Genealogy Research Help in the Training Lab

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Sep 16, 2018

Woodridge Public Library

Computer Training Lab

Age Groups: Adults, Teens, Seniors

Program Type: General Programs

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 13

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....

Baby Lapsit II

9:30am - 10:00am

Age Group: Children

Registration Required

Woodridge Public Library

Mahlke Meeting Room - Children's Library

Age Groups: Children

Program Type: Children's Programs, Storytimes

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 12

Description

Baby Lapsit II is a more energetic 15-minute storytime for our crawlers and walkers with simple stories, songs, fingerplays and movement activities. Fifteen minutes of playtime and social time will follow the program. ...

Toddler Time

10:30am - 11:00am

Age Group: Children

Registration Required

Woodridge Public Library

Mahlke Meeting Room - Children's Library

Age Groups: Children

Program Type: Children's Programs, Storytimes

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 12

Description

Toddler Time is a thirty-minute story program for 2-year-olds (or young 3's) and caregiver. ...

Library Needlers

6:00pm - 8:30pm

Age Group: Adults

Woodridge Public Library

Lobby

Age Groups: 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!...

Greene Barn Meeting

7:00pm - 8:45pm

Age Group: Adults

Woodridge Public Library

Mahlke Meeting Room Whole

Age Groups: Adults

Description

The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County welcomes those interested in the future of the Greene Barn at Hobson and Greene Roads in the Greene Valley Forest Preserve. Ideas shared at the June 16th open house and July 30th meeting will be ...

Storytime

9:30am - 10:00am

Age Group: Children

Registration Required

Woodridge Public Library

Mahlke Meeting Room - Children's Library

Age Groups: Children

Program Type: Children's Programs, Storytimes

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 20

Description

Storytime is a half-hour story program for 3 to 5-year-olds (not in Kindergarten). ...

Baby Lapsit II

10:30am - 11:00am

Age Group: Children

Registration Required

Woodridge Public Library

Mahlke Meeting Room - Children's Library

Age Groups: Children

Program Type: Children's Programs, Storytimes

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 12

Description

Baby Lapsit II

11:30am - 12:00pm

Age Group: Children

Registration Required

Woodridge Public Library

Mahlke Meeting Room - Children's Library

Age Groups: Children

Program Type: Children's Programs, Storytimes

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 12

Description

Baby Lapsit II is a more energetic 15-minute storytime for our crawlers and walkers with simple stories, songs, fingerplays and movement activities....

Spanish Stories and Songs/Cuentos y Canciones en Español

6:00pm - 6:30pm

Age Group: Children

Spanish Stories and Songs/Cuentos y Canciones en Español

6:00pm - 6:30pm
Sep 18, 2018

Woodridge Public Library

Mahlke Meeting Room - Children's Library

Age Groups: Children

Program Type: Children's Programs, Storytimes

Description

For our Spanish speaking families, this Spanish story program is for preschool children through 9 years of age, and will consist of stories, fingerplays, and songs. A parent or caregiver must attend the program with children under 3....

Pajama Storytime

7:00pm - 7:30pm

Age Group: Children

Woodridge Public Library

Mahlke Meeting Room - Children's Library

Age Groups: Children

Program Type: Children's Programs, Storytimes

Description

Come dressed in your comfy pajamas to enjoy books, rhymes, and songs! For children ages 2 to 5 with parent or caregiver. No registration is necessary....

Storytime

9:30am - 10:00am

Age Group: Children

Registration Required

Woodridge Public Library

Mahlke Meeting Room - Children's Library

Age Groups: Children

Program Type: Children's Programs, Storytimes

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 20

Description

Storytime is a half-hour story program for 3 to 5-year-olds (not in Kindergarten). ...

Toddler Time

10:30am - 11:00am

Age Group: Children

Registration Required

Woodridge Public Library

Mahlke Meeting Room - Children's Library

Age Groups: Children

Program Type: Children's Programs, Storytimes

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 12

Description

Toddler Time is a thirty-minute story program for 2-year-olds (or young 3's) and caregiver. ...

Storytime

7:00pm - 7:30pm

Age Group: Children

Registration Required

Woodridge Public Library

Age Groups: Children

Program Type: Children's Programs, Storytimes

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 20

Description

Storytime is a half-hour story program for 3 to 5-year-olds (not in Kindergarten). ...

Library Board Meeting

7:30pm - 9:00pm

Woodridge Public Library

Mahlke Meeting Room Whole

Toddler Time

9:30am - 10:00am

Age Group: Children

Registration Required

Woodridge Public Library

Mahlke Meeting Room - Children's Library

Age Groups: Children

Program Type: Children's Programs, Storytimes

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 12

Description

Toddler Time is a thirty-minute story program for 2-year-olds (or young 3's) and caregiver. ...

Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am

Age Group: Children

Registration Required

Woodridge Public Library

Mahlke Meeting Room - Children's Library

Age Groups: Children

Program Type: Children's Programs, Storytimes

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 20

Description

Storytime is a half-hour story program for 3 to 5-year-olds (not in Kindergarten). ...

Baby Lapsit I

11:30am - 12:00pm

Age Group: Children

Registration Required

Woodridge Public Library

Mahlke Meeting Room - Children's Library

Age Groups: Children

Program Type: Children's Programs, Storytimes

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 12

Description

Baby Lapsit I is a gentle 15-minute storytime of fingerplays, soft movement activities and a story shared with your baby. Fifteen minutes of playtime and social time will follow the program. ...

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