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9th Annual Spring Peep-Show - Submissions Accepted

All Day 3/27 - 4/7
All Library Event at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Feeling creative? Create a book or movie-themed Peep diorama and bring it to the library.Dioramas will be accepted from March 27-April 7.  Size limits: 24"x24"x24".The diorama...

Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: All Library Event
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Feeling creative? Create a book or movie-themed Peep diorama and bring it to the library.

Dioramas will be accepted from March 27-April 7.  
Size limits: 24"x24"x24".

AARP Tax Appointments

Friday, March 28, 2025 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
Meeting Room at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Outside Organization
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide trained tax preparers provides in-person tax assistance to anyone, free of charge, with a focus on taxpayers who are over 50 and have low to moderate incom...

Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Outside Organization
Event Details:

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide trained tax preparers provides in-person tax assistance to anyone, free of charge, with a focus on taxpayers who are over 50 and have low to moderate income. Appointments required: please contact Senior Services at 81

AARP TAX APPOINTMENTS

Saturday, March 29, 2025 at 9:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Outside Organization
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide trained tax preparers provides in-person tax assistance to anyone, free of charge, with a focus on taxpayers who are over 50 and have low to moderate incom...

Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Outside Organization
Event Details:

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide trained tax preparers provides in-person tax assistance to anyone, free of charge, with a focus on taxpayers who are over 50 and have low to moderate income. 

Book cover for the book The Spark of Resistance by Kit Sergeant.

Women Spies in WW2: Part II

Saturday, March 29, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Training Room at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Faced with unimaginable odds, Nancy Wake aka “The White Mouse” and Marie-Madeleine Fourcade guided hundreds of French Resistance agents through the treacherous landscape of wartime...

Required
Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Training Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Faced with unimaginable odds, Nancy Wake aka “The White Mouse” and Marie-Madeleine Fourcade guided hundreds of French Resistance agents through the treacherous landscape of wartime France.

Disclaimer(s)

Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance Notice

The Woodstock Public Library is committed to providing a high level of service to all library patrons. Any person needing an accommodation for a disability in order to access the benefits of the Library's services, programs, or activities under the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact the library at 815.338-0542 or email library@woodstockil.gov not less than five (5) working days before the program.

Photographs During Events

Library staff may take photographs during library programs and/or events. The library reserves the right to include these images in brochures, flyers, web pages, news releases or other promotional materials.

Spanish-Language Storytime / Cuentos en Español

Monday, March 31, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Storytime Room at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Childhood
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Families who speak, or are learning to speak, Spanish can enjoy stories, crafts, and songs at our Spanish-language storytime. This program is conducted entirely in Spanish.Day:&nbs...

Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime & Early Childhood
Event Details:

Families who speak, or are learning to speak, Spanish can enjoy stories, crafts, and songs at our Spanish-language storytime. This program is conducted entirely in Spanish.
Day:    Mondays

Disclaimer(s)

Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance Notice

The Woodstock Public Library is committed to providing a high level of service to all library patrons. Any person needing an accommodation for a disability in order to access the benefits of the Library's services, programs, or activities under the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact the library at 815.338-0542 or email library@woodstockil.gov not less than five (5) working days before the program.

Photographs During Events

Library staff may take photographs during library programs and/or events. The library reserves the right to include these images in brochures, flyers, web pages, news releases or other promotional materials.

Election - Polling Location Dorr 4 & 6

Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 6:00am - 7:00pm
Meeting Room at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The library is the polling location for Dorr precincts 4 & 6.The library building will be open to voters beginning at 6 a.m. Library services and computers will be available be...

Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

The library is the polling location for Dorr precincts 4 & 6.

The library building will be open to voters beginning at 6 a.m. Library services and computers will be available beginning at 9 a.m.

Babies and Books Storytime (Session 2)

Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Storytime Room at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Childhood
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Event Details:

Enjoy books, songs, activities, and rhymes chosen especially for lap babies, beginning walkers, and their caregivers. Then stay and play with a variety of toys and everyday objects...

Cancelled
Required
Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime & Early Childhood
Event Details:

Enjoy books, songs, activities, and rhymes chosen especially for lap babies, beginning walkers, and their caregivers. Then stay and play with a variety of toys and everyday objects.
Day:    Tuesdays

Disclaimer(s)

Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance Notice

The Woodstock Public Library is committed to providing a high level of service to all library patrons. Any person needing an accommodation for a disability in order to access the benefits of the Library's services, programs, or activities under the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact the library at 815.338-0542 or email library@woodstockil.gov not less than five (5) working days before the program.

Photographs During Events

Library staff may take photographs during library programs and/or events. The library reserves the right to include these images in brochures, flyers, web pages, news releases or other promotional materials.

RESERVED FOR Cut the Cord: The Pros & Cons of Streaming

Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Training Room at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Interested in learning about streaming services like Netflix or Hulu? Come to the library for an informative session comparing the prices for different services and equipment neede...

Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Training Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Event Details:

Interested in learning about streaming services like Netflix or Hulu? Come to the library for an informative session comparing the prices for different services and equipment needed to stream movies and television.

Disclaimer(s)

Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance Notice

The Woodstock Public Library is committed to providing a high level of service to all library patrons. Any person needing an accommodation for a disability in order to access the benefits of the Library's services, programs, or activities under the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact the library at 815.338-0542 or email library@woodstockil.gov not less than five (5) working days before the program.

Photographs During Events

Library staff may take photographs during library programs and/or events. The library reserves the right to include these images in brochures, flyers, web pages, news releases or other promotional materials.

Cut the Cord: The Pros & Cons of Streaming

Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Training Room at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Interested in learning about streaming services like Netflix or Hulu? Come to the library for an informative session comparing the prices for different services and equipment neede...

Required
Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Training Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Interested in learning about streaming services like Netflix or Hulu? Come to the library for an informative session comparing the prices for different services and equipment needed to stream movies and television.

Disclaimer(s)

Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance Notice

The Woodstock Public Library is committed to providing a high level of service to all library patrons. Any person needing an accommodation for a disability in order to access the benefits of the Library's services, programs, or activities under the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact the library at 815.338-0542 or email library@woodstockil.gov not less than five (5) working days before the program.

Photographs During Events

Library staff may take photographs during library programs and/or events. The library reserves the right to include these images in brochures, flyers, web pages, news releases or other promotional materials.

Used Book Donations Accepted - Friends of Woodstock Public Library

All Day
Library Foyer at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Friends of the Library Event
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

The Friends of Woodstock Public Library accept donations of gently used books, CDs, and DVDs on the first Wednesday of the month during regular library hours. Limit of five bo...

Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Library Foyer
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Friends of the Library Event
Event Details:

The Friends of Woodstock Public Library accept donations of gently used books, CDs, and DVDs on the first Wednesday of the month during regular library hours. 

Limit of five boxes/bags per donation day. 

Disclaimer(s)

Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance Notice

The Woodstock Public Library is committed to providing a high level of service to all library patrons. Any person needing an accommodation for a disability in order to access the benefits of the Library's services, programs, or activities under the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact the library at 815.338-0542 or email library@woodstockil.gov not less than five (5) working days before the program.

Photographs During Events

Library staff may take photographs during library programs and/or events. The library reserves the right to include these images in brochures, flyers, web pages, news releases or other promotional materials.

Toddler Storytime (Session 2)

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Storytime Room at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Childhood
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Enjoy books, songs, activities, and rhymes chosen especially for toddlers and their caregivers. Then stay for a craft to help fine tune those fine motor skills.Day:  &nbs...

Cancelled
Required
Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime & Early Childhood
Event Details:

Enjoy books, songs, activities, and rhymes chosen especially for toddlers and their caregivers. Then stay for a craft to help fine tune those fine motor skills.
Day:    Wednesdays

Disclaimer(s)

Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance Notice

The Woodstock Public Library is committed to providing a high level of service to all library patrons. Any person needing an accommodation for a disability in order to access the benefits of the Library's services, programs, or activities under the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact the library at 815.338-0542 or email library@woodstockil.gov not less than five (5) working days before the program.

Photographs During Events

Library staff may take photographs during library programs and/or events. The library reserves the right to include these images in brochures, flyers, web pages, news releases or other promotional materials.

Preschool Storytime (Session 2)

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:15pm
Storytime Room at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Childhood
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Enjoy books, songs, activities, and rhymes chosen especially for preschoolers and their caregivers. Then stay for a craft to help fine tune those fine motor skills.Day:  ...

Cancelled
Required
Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime & Early Childhood
Event Details:

Enjoy books, songs, activities, and rhymes chosen especially for preschoolers and their caregivers. Then stay for a craft to help fine tune those fine motor skills.
Day:    Wednesdays

Disclaimer(s)

Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance Notice

The Woodstock Public Library is committed to providing a high level of service to all library patrons. Any person needing an accommodation for a disability in order to access the benefits of the Library's services, programs, or activities under the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact the library at 815.338-0542 or email library@woodstockil.gov not less than five (5) working days before the program.

Photographs During Events

Library staff may take photographs during library programs and/or events. The library reserves the right to include these images in brochures, flyers, web pages, news releases or other promotional materials.

Caregiver's Support Group

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Training Room at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Home & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This support group allows spouses or life partners providing care to their companions to share their unique experiences with other spouses and life partners providing similar care....

Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Training Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Home & Wellness
Event Details:

This support group allows spouses or life partners providing care to their companions to share their unique experiences with other spouses and life partners providing similar care.

Family Storytime

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Storytime Room at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Childhood
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages. With playful books, songs, and crafts, this storytime will be enjoyed by the whole family.

Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime & Early Childhood
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages. With playful books, songs, and crafts, this storytime will be enjoyed by the whole family.

Disclaimer(s)

Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance Notice

The Woodstock Public Library is committed to providing a high level of service to all library patrons. Any person needing an accommodation for a disability in order to access the benefits of the Library's services, programs, or activities under the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact the library at 815.338-0542 or email library@woodstockil.gov not less than five (5) working days before the program.

Photographs During Events

Library staff may take photographs during library programs and/or events. The library reserves the right to include these images in brochures, flyers, web pages, news releases or other promotional materials.

Library Closed 9am to Noon - All Staff Meeting

Friday, April 4, 2025 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Woodstock Public Library

The Library will be closed from 9 a.m. to noon for all-staff meetings the first Friday of each month.

Closing
Branches:
Woodstock Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed from 9 a.m. to noon for all-staff meetings the first Friday of each month.

AARP TAX APPOINTMENTS

Friday, April 4, 2025 at 12:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room at Woodstock Public Library
Event Details:

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide trained tax preparers provides in-person tax assistance to anyone, free of charge, with a focus on taxpayers who are over 50 and have low to moderate incom...

Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Event Details:

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide trained tax preparers provides in-person tax assistance to anyone, free of charge, with a focus on taxpayers who are over 50 and have low to moderate income. 

AARP TAX APPOINTMENTS

Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 9:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Outside Organization
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide trained tax preparers provides in-person tax assistance to anyone, free of charge, with a focus on taxpayers who are over 50 and have low to moderate incom...

Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Outside Organization
Event Details:

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide trained tax preparers provides in-person tax assistance to anyone, free of charge, with a focus on taxpayers who are over 50 and have low to moderate income. 

Color photograph of child and adult with a stack of board games won in a raffle.

Mini Links Raffle

All Day 4/6 - 4/12
Library Foyer at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Friends of the Library Event
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Enter to win prizes, gift certificates, and gift baskets from local businesses during the National Library Week raffle. Stop by any time during the week (April 6-12) to check out t...

Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Library Foyer
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Friends of the Library Event
Event Details:

Enter to win prizes, gift certificates, and gift baskets from local businesses during the National Library Week raffle.

Disclaimer(s)

Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance Notice

The Woodstock Public Library is committed to providing a high level of service to all library patrons. Any person needing an accommodation for a disability in order to access the benefits of the Library's services, programs, or activities under the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact the library at 815.338-0542 or email library@woodstockil.gov not less than five (5) working days before the program.

Photographs During Events

Library staff may take photographs during library programs and/or events. The library reserves the right to include these images in brochures, flyers, web pages, news releases or other promotional materials.

Spanish-Language Storytime / Cuentos en Español

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Storytime Room at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Childhood
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Families who speak, or are learning to speak, Spanish can enjoy stories, crafts, and songs at our Spanish-language storytime. This program is conducted entirely in Spanish.Day:&nbs...

Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime & Early Childhood
Event Details:

Families who speak, or are learning to speak, Spanish can enjoy stories, crafts, and songs at our Spanish-language storytime. This program is conducted entirely in Spanish.
Day:    Mondays

Disclaimer(s)

Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance Notice

The Woodstock Public Library is committed to providing a high level of service to all library patrons. Any person needing an accommodation for a disability in order to access the benefits of the Library's services, programs, or activities under the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact the library at 815.338-0542 or email library@woodstockil.gov not less than five (5) working days before the program.

Photographs During Events

Library staff may take photographs during library programs and/or events. The library reserves the right to include these images in brochures, flyers, web pages, news releases or other promotional materials.

AARP TAX APPOINTMENTS

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 9:00am - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Woodstock Public Library
Event Details:

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide trained tax preparers provides in-person tax assistance to anyone, free of charge, with a focus on taxpayers who are over 50 and have low to moderate incom...

Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Event Details:

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide trained tax preparers provides in-person tax assistance to anyone, free of charge, with a focus on taxpayers who are over 50 and have low to moderate income. 

Babies and Books Storytime (Session 2)

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Storytime Room at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Childhood
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Event Details:

Enjoy books, songs, activities, and rhymes chosen especially for lap babies, beginning walkers, and their caregivers. Then stay and play with a variety of toys and everyday objects...

Cancelled
Required
Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime & Early Childhood
Event Details:

Enjoy books, songs, activities, and rhymes chosen especially for lap babies, beginning walkers, and their caregivers. Then stay and play with a variety of toys and everyday objects.
Day:    Tuesdays

Disclaimer(s)

Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance Notice

The Woodstock Public Library is committed to providing a high level of service to all library patrons. Any person needing an accommodation for a disability in order to access the benefits of the Library's services, programs, or activities under the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact the library at 815.338-0542 or email library@woodstockil.gov not less than five (5) working days before the program.

Photographs During Events

Library staff may take photographs during library programs and/or events. The library reserves the right to include these images in brochures, flyers, web pages, news releases or other promotional materials.

DAR Genealogy Workshop 

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Upper Level at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Volunteer genealogists from the Kishwaukee Trail Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution will help prospective members with applications. Members must be descended from the pa...

Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Upper Level
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Event Details:

Volunteer genealogists from the Kishwaukee Trail Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution will help prospective members with applications.

Disclaimer(s)

Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance Notice

The Woodstock Public Library is committed to providing a high level of service to all library patrons. Any person needing an accommodation for a disability in order to access the benefits of the Library's services, programs, or activities under the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact the library at 815.338-0542 or email library@woodstockil.gov not less than five (5) working days before the program.

Photographs During Events

Library staff may take photographs during library programs and/or events. The library reserves the right to include these images in brochures, flyers, web pages, news releases or other promotional materials.

Alzheimer's Association logo.

Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Training Room at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Home & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Could you recognize the signs of Alzheimer’s and Dementia? Join us at the library to learn basic information on the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia, stages, risk factor...

Required
Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Training Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Home & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Event Details:

Could you recognize the signs of Alzheimer’s and Dementia? Join us at the library to learn basic information on the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia, stages, risk factors, research, and FDA-approved treatments.

Disclaimer(s)

Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance Notice

The Woodstock Public Library is committed to providing a high level of service to all library patrons. Any person needing an accommodation for a disability in order to access the benefits of the Library's services, programs, or activities under the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact the library at 815.338-0542 or email library@woodstockil.gov not less than five (5) working days before the program.

Photographs During Events

Library staff may take photographs during library programs and/or events. The library reserves the right to include these images in brochures, flyers, web pages, news releases or other promotional materials.

McHenry County Civil War Roundtable

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Meeting Room at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join the McHenry County Civil War Roundtable for a series of interesting and informative historical presentations.   

Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Event Details:

Join the McHenry County Civil War Roundtable for a series of interesting and informative historical presentations. 

 

Disclaimer(s)

Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance Notice

The Woodstock Public Library is committed to providing a high level of service to all library patrons. Any person needing an accommodation for a disability in order to access the benefits of the Library's services, programs, or activities under the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact the library at 815.338-0542 or email library@woodstockil.gov not less than five (5) working days before the program.

Photographs During Events

Library staff may take photographs during library programs and/or events. The library reserves the right to include these images in brochures, flyers, web pages, news releases or other promotional materials.