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Live Music: Summer Concert Kick-off with Rob Russo

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Off-the-Lobby
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
Rob Russo, singer/guitarist and local pub favorite is kicking off summer with Classic Rock and Pop hits from John Prine, Roy Orbison, Bruce Springsteen, and Elvis Costello.  ...

Candy Sushi

11:00am - 11:30am
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Family
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Not a fan of raw fish? Let’s turn sushi into a dessert instead—by making it from candy! Each child participant will get their own tray of sugary ingredients to create colorful and yummy creations.  Note: There are 2 candy sushi sessions but y...

Candy Sushi

2:00pm - 2:30pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Family
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:
Not a fan of raw fish? Let’s turn sushi into a dessert instead—by making it from candy! Each child participant will get their own tray of sugary ingredients to create colorful and yummy creations.  Note: There are 2  candy sushi sessions...

Toddler Space Art

10:00am - 10:30am
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:
Create a starry night sky with your toddler.  ...

Virtual: ESL Conversation Group

10:00am - 11:00am
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration 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. Meetings give intermediate and above adult learners from DuPage County, Illinois practice speaking ...

Preschool Space Art

1:00pm - 1:30pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 39
Event Details:
Create a starry night sky with your preschooler. Summer's here and we are staying up late having fun outdoors chasing fireflies and looking for shooting stars!   ...

Galaxy Jar

11:00am - 12:00pm
Full
Registration
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Create a galaxy in a jar to take with you wherever you go.  ...

Andy Warhol - The American Dream

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
Diana Martinez will share the background of Andy Warhol and his journey as a first-generation immigrant from Carpatho-Rusyn roots, to living in industrial tenements in the outskirts of Pittsburgh, to an Iconic Superstar in NYC. Martinez will explain ...

Introduction to Excel

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Computer Training Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Computer Classes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:
Learn how to create, edit and format a spreadsheet, and how to create basic formulas. Prerequisite: Experience with the keyboard/mouse is required! Please register prior to class to reserve your seat. The class size is limited to 12 students. ...

Senior Cards & Games

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Off-the-Lobby
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type:
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 bring their own games. No registration is required, neighbors and fri...

Pride Bracelets

10:00am - 12:00pm
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Off-the-Lobby
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:
Show your colors with a bracelet made by you! Learn how to make a simple but colorful bracelet (or dust off those friendship bracelet skills) that you can finish at the Library or take home to work on. Drop in, no registration. ...

Donuts & Dads

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Off-the-Lobby
Age Group: Children, Teens, Tweens, Family
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 52
Event Details:
Bring Dad (uncle, grandpa, babysitter, or even your mom!) and celebrate Father's Day at the library with our Donuts & Dads celebration – filled with tasty treats (did we mention the donuts?!), special crafts, and fun projects. Please regi...

Teen Fandom Button Making & Perler Bead Night

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Teens
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 48
Event Details:
Show off your personal fandom by making buttons and melting Perler fuse beads into fan art and logos. Eat pizza and brownie bites. Play games. We will give away merch and random prizes.  What's your fandom? Marvel? Mandalorian? D...

Virtual: ESL Conversation Group

10:00am - 11:00am
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration 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. Meetings give intermediate and above adult learners from DuPage County, Illinois practice speaking ...

State Senator John Curran's Traveling Office Hours

10:00am - 12:00pm
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:
Staff from State Senator John Curran's 41st District office will be in the lobby to help individuals and businesses with questions about state services, as well as gather input about state activities and legislation. ...

Patriotic Wreath Craft

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Off-the-Lobby
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Event Details:
Create a patriotic wreath to celebrate Flag Day and the Fourth of July! The wreath is made of bright cardstock and should be hung indoors. Adults (and teens with an adult) can enjoy a night of crafting. Supplies and tools are provided, and some items...

Babysitting Workshop

9:30am - 11:30am
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Teens, Tweens
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:
Learn to be the most popular babysitter in town! Learn diaper changing, and bottle feeding. Learn what to expect for different age groups and how to plan DIY crafts and games for kids of all ages. We'll go over basic first aid, choking, and safe...

Woodridge Jubilee: Mario Sneak Peek!

12:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Branch: Offsite
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Outreach
Event Details:
Meet us at the free Community area of the Jubilee for pinwheel giveaways and Mario-related photo ops and fun--a little Mario sneak peek as we get ready for a BIG Mario Party at the library on July 29. Don't miss the inflatables, games, and other c...

Juneteenth Magnet Craft Station

06/18/2023 @ 12:00am - 06/19/2023 @ 11:45pm
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Children, Teens, Tweens, Adults, Family
Event Details:
Stop by the library to make Juneteenth magnet decorations using a variety of supplies and magnet kits. ...

Tiny Art Show Canvas Pick Up

All Day 6/19 - 6/30
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Age Group: Children, Teens, Tweens, Family
Program Type: Other
Event Details:
Join the Tiny Art movement! From June 19 through June 30, visit the Library to pick up a tiny canvas (for a family or for an individual) to create your very own masterpiece.  Use your imagination and whatever supplies you have at home to c...

Virtual: ESL Conversation Group

10:00am - 11:00am
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration 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. Meetings give intermediate and above adult learners from DuPage County, Illinois practice speaking ...

Lego Disaster Island

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:
Pirates want to steal your stuff! A volcano is about to erupt! You're really REALLY bored! Build your own Lego island, then use your creativity to build objects that will keep it safe from disasters. ...

Adult Summer Bingo

7:00pm - 8:15pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Off-the-Lobby
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 29
Event Details:
Play BINGO at the Library! Join us for a relaxed summer evening of bingo. Invite a friend or tell a neighbor. Surprises and fun are guaranteed. No fees.    ...

Pirate & Mermaid Slime

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:
Mermaid & Pirate Lovers…..Are you ready for the BEST Mermaid & Pirate slime? We'll follow the step-by-step instructions and make some of the coolest and super easy slime recipes.  ...