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Social Worker In the Library

11:00am–1:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Computer Training Lab
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Meet with Felicia Acosta, a licensed clinical social worker who works with the Woodridge Police Department.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Book Discussion: The Husbands

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Mahlke Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussions
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Book Discussion Group will meet in-person to discuss The Husbands by Holly Gramazio

Copies of the book will be available at the Circulation Desk

eBook and downloadable audiobook copies are available through Libby or Boundless.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Chair Yoga Workshop

10:30am–11:15am
Adults, Seniors
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Off-the-Lobby
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a gentle yoga class where you will use a chair for support in the postures. This class is for you if you experience limited mobility or balance issues that make traditional yoga difficult for you, or if you are a yoga beginner.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Intro to Google Docs

6:30pm–8:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Computer Training Lab
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Computer Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create & format a document, and share documents.

This event is in the "Seniors" group
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!

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

February Featured Artist Reception - Jay Moore

3:00pm–4:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Come meet our February Featured Artist, Jay Moore to discuss her art background, inspiration and techniques for creating her thread fine art pieces.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Live Music: Fruteland Jackson

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Open
Registration Required
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Virtual Event
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

How to Talk to AI

6:30pm–8:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Computer Training Lab
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Computer Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn effective prompting to unlock the full potential of generative AI.

Please register prior to class to reserve your seat. The class size is limited to 12 students.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Estate Planning Explained

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

A representative from Benton Financial will explain the estate planning process from beginning to end. This presentation highlights the need to plan, the most common planning techniques, and the documents used in the planning process.

This event is in the "Seniors" group

Drop-in: Senior Cards & Games

1:00pm–3:00pm
Seniors
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Off-the-Lobby
Age Group: Seniors
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Irish Cuisine (Beyond Corned Beef)

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Mahlke Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Everyone’s Irish in March! Join Chef Susan Maddox for this exploration of contemporary Irish cuisine.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Licensed social worker Debra Walters presents information on caregiving challenges and resources.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Social Worker In the Library

11:00am–1:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Computer Training Lab
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Meet with Felicia Acosta, a licensed clinical social worker who works with the Woodridge Police Department.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Monthly Meditation Group

6:30pm–7:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Computer Training Lab
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Experience a beginner-friendly guided meditation practice in a small group setting! 

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Intermediate Word

6:30pm–8:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Computer Training Lab
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Computer Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to set tabs, create lists, columns & tables, and use Quick Parts.

Previous experience with Word is required.

This event is in the "Seniors" group

Drop-in: Senior Cards & Games

1:00pm–3:00pm
Seniors
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Off-the-Lobby
Age Group: Seniors
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.

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This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
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This event is in the "Family" group

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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Chair Yoga Workshop

10:30am–11:15am
Adults, Seniors
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Off-the-Lobby
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a gentle yoga class where you will use a chair for support in the postures. This class is for you if you experience limited mobility or balance issues that make traditional yoga difficult for you, or if you are a yoga beginner.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Intro to Google Sheets

6:30pm–8:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Computer Training Lab
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Computer Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to create, edit and format a Google spreadsheet, and how to create basic formulas.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Virtual: Beyond the Page with Percival Everett

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Percival Everett discusses his work, including James, winner of the Pulitzer Prize and National Book Award, and Erasure, which inspired the Oscar-winning film American Fiction

This event is in the "Seniors" group

Drop-in: Senior Craft & Chat

10:00am–11:00am
Seniors
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Off-the-Lobby
Age Group: Seniors
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Mahlke Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussions
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Book Discussion Group will meet in-person to discuss Drive Your Plow Over the Bones of the Dead by Olga Tokarczuk.

Copies of the book will be available at the Circulation Desk.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Google Sheets Functions

6:30pm–8:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodridge Public Library
Room: Computer Training Lab
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Computer Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn to use essential functions, including VLOOKUP.

Previous experience with Google Sheets is required.

Please register prior to class to reserve your seat.  Class size is limited to 12 students.