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The words "Senior Knit & Crochet Social" over a drawing of three balls of yarn with knitting needles and a crochet hook.

Drop-in: Senior Knit & Crochet Social

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Off-the-Lobby at Woodridge Public Library
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Off-the-Lobby
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

A welcoming drop-in group for seniors who enjoy knitting, crocheting, and friendly conversation. All skill levels are welcome—bring your project and join the fun!

Fruteland Jackson

Live Music: Fruteland Jackson

Sunday, February 22, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Off-the-Lobby at Woodridge Public Library
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Off-the-Lobby
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Registration Required
Event Details:

Award winning blues musician Fruteland Jackson has a decade spanning career that includes collaborations with renowned artists.  He is bringing his soulful act to the library for an afternoon of music.

Photo of author R.L. Stine and covers of three of his books including, The Graveyard Club, House of Shivers, and Stinetinglers. Logo of Illinois Libraries Presents.

Virtual: Still Afraid of the Dark: An Evening with R.L. Stine

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

The creator of Goosebumps and Fear Street reflects on a legendary career and upcoming projects that continue to thrill readers of all ages. 

This is a free virtual program using Zoom.

Beaded plant in terracotta pot

Beaded Plants

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Mahlke Meeting Room AB at Woodridge Public Library
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Mahlke Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Craft a perfect plant that lasts forever! Teens will design a beaded plant and style it in a clay pot—no sunlight, no water, just creativity and beads.

Trinity Irish Dancers

Trinity Irish Dancers

Sunday, March 15, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Off-the-Lobby at Woodridge Public Library
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Off-the-Lobby
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Family
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Dancers will perform a festive Irish dance for about 30 minutes, then children 3 to 10 years of age may join the dancers on stage for a quick Irish jig lesson. Drop-in, no registration required. 

Speed Limit 50 sign and an Illinois State Trooper badge

Books & Badges: Community Helper Storytime & Play

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Off-the-Lobby at Woodridge Public Library
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Off-the-Lobby
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Meet IL State Trooper Shannon and buckle up for stories, songs, and play.  

Please register only children who will attend.  

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Disaster or Delicious? Cupcake Challenge

1:00pm–2:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Off-the-Lobby
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Love the tv shows Cupcake Wars and Nailed It? Now's your chance to show off your decorating skills.

We provide the supplies, you provide the creativity!

Be prepared to get a little messy.

No School Movie Matinee

1:00pm–3:00pm
Children, Tweens, Family
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Mahlke Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Family
Registration Required
Event Details:

Free family fun!  Come to the library on this day off school for a movie and snack on us.

Please register ALL family members who will attend.  Children under the age of 9 must be accompanied by an adult.

Tween Takeover

6:00pm–7:30pm
Children, Tweens
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Off-the-Lobby
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

We're keeping the Library open after hours, just for Tweens! Hang out with your friends to craft, play monster ball, eat pizza, and more.

Trinity Irish Dancers

2:00pm–3:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Family
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Off-the-Lobby
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Family
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Dancers will perform a festive Irish dance for about 30 minutes, then children 3 to 10 years of age may join the dancers on stage for a quick Irish jig lesson. Drop-in, no registration required. 

Stretchy Charm Bracelets

4:30pm–5:30pm
Children, Tweens
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Mahlke Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Design, create, and wear a woven fabric and charm bracelet that’s uniquely you.

Children under 9 must be accompanied by an adult.

Tiny Art Show Canvas Pick-up

All Day 3/23–3/28
Children, Tweens, Teens, Family
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Family
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Join the Tiny Art movement!

From March 23-28, visit the Library to pick up a tiny canvas (for a family or for an individual) to create your very own masterpiece. While supplies last.

Soar into Spring

11:00am–12:00pm
Children, Tweens
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Off-the-Lobby
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Soar, Spin, and Pop: Join us for hands-on STEM in motion.

Children under 9 must be accompanied by an adult.

CLOSED FOR EASTER HOLIDAY

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Woodridge Public Library
Description:

Closed all day.

Kids BINGO: Mario Let's-a-Go!

5:30pm–6:30pm
Children, Tweens
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Mahlke Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Registration Required
Event Details:

It’s-a me, Bingo! Let’s-a Go Mario-style and win prizes.

 

Note: There are 2 sessions of this program, please only sign up for one time slot.

Kids BINGO: Mario Let's-a-Go!

7:00pm–8:00pm
Children, Tweens
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Mahlke Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Registration Required
Event Details:

It’s-a me, Bingo! Let’s-a Go Mario-style and win prizes.

 

Note: There are 2 sessions of this program, please only sign up for one time slot.

Barnyard Bash

11:00am–12:30pm
Children, Tweens, Family
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Off-the-Lobby
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Family
Registration Required
Event Details:

Old MacDonald had a farm...and now the library does too! Visit a mini petting zoo with real animals (goats, sheep, llama, donkey and more) right outside the library doors, then stay busy with activities and crafts inside.

Clay Bug Buddies

4:30pm–5:30pm
Children, Tweens
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Mahlke Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Make a new buggy best friend! Tweens will design, sculpt, and personalize insects from colorful air-dry clay. Great for nature lovers and creative makers alike.

LATE OPENING: STAFF IN-SERVICE

9:00am–1:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Woodridge Public Library
Description:

The library will open at 1 p.m. due to a staff in-service meeting.

Solar Viewing @ the Library

11:00am–1:00pm
Children, Tweens, Family
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Off-the-Lobby
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Family
Registration Required
Event Details:

Explore the Solar System and beyond! Look through a specialized telescope, visit our pop-up planetary experience, learn about our galactic neighborhood, and make a craft and keep the fun of the Sun going at home!

No School Movie Matinee

1:00pm–3:00pm
Children, Tweens, Family
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Mahlke Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Family
Registration Required
Event Details:

Free family fun!  Come to the library on this day off school for a movie and snack on us.

Please register ALL family members who will attend.  Children under the age of 9 must be accompanied by an adult.

Virtual: The Amazing Generation with Catherine Price

All Day
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Price will come to GPS to discuss her books How to break Up With Your Phone and the essential read The Amazing Generation, co-authored with Jonathan Haidt. Haidt’s blockbuster book, “The Anxious Generation”

Summer Program & Event registration opens

9:00am–10:00am
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Family
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Family
Registration Required
Event Details:

Summer programs and events for all ages (for the months of June, July, and August) will be open for registration at 9 a.m. 

Please register if you would like a reminder.

LEGO Mandalas

4:30pm–5:30pm
Children, Tweens
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Mahlke Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create colorful circular designs using LEGO bricks! Kids will explore patterns, symmetry to create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.

Memorial Day - Closed

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Woodridge Public Library
Description:

Library will reopen Tuesday at 9 a.m. Book returns remain open 24/7.

Babysitters Workshop

1:00pm–3:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Mahlke Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Be the most popular babysitter in town! Learn basic safety measures, 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.

Fall Program & Event registration opens

9:00am–10:00am
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Family
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Family
Registration Required
Event Details:

Fall programs and events for all ages (for the months of September, October, and November) will be open for registration at 9 a.m. 

Please register if you would like a reminder.

Labor Day - Closed

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Woodridge Public Library
Description:

Closed for Labor Day, the library will reopen Tuesday, September 8 at 9 a.m. Outdoor book drops remain open 24/7.

Winter Program & Event registration opens

9:00am–10:00am
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Family
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Family
Registration Required
Event Details:

Winter programs and events for all ages (for the months of December, January, and February) will be open for registration at 9 a.m. 

Please register if you would like a reminder.

CLOSED FOR THANKSGIVING DAY

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Woodridge Public Library
Description:

Closed all day for Thanksgiving Day

Library reopens on Friday at 9 a.m.

Outdoor book returns will remain open throughout the holiday.