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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".

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: 21
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.

Toddler Storytime (Session 2)

Wednesday, April 9, 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 9, 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.

Rural Woodstock Public Library District Board Meeting

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Board Room at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Library Board Meeting
Rural Board:

Rural Woodstock Public Library District Board Meetings begin at 7:00 p.m. the second Wednesday of the month and are held in person at the Woodstock Public Library. Agendas, meeting...

Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Library Board Room
Program Type: Library Board Meeting

Rural Board

Rural Woodstock Public Library District Board Meetings begin at 7:00 p.m. the second Wednesday of the month and are held in person at the Woodstock Public Library. Agendas, meeting links, and minutes are posted on the library website.

All meetings of the Library Board are open to the public. In compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), they are fully accessible, and if any further accommodations are needed, please contact the Library Director 48 hours prior to the meeting.

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.

Color photograph of a European starling sitting on top of a weathered fence post.

Uncommon Facts about Common Birds   

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Luecht Auditorium at McHenry County College at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Author Event, Science & Nature
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Author, naturalist and photographer Stan Tekiela presents fun and fascinating facts and tidbits about some of the birds that people love to hate along with some of the common birds...

Required
Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Luecht Auditorium at McHenry County College
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Event, Science & Nature
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Author, naturalist and photographer Stan Tekiela presents fun and fascinating facts and tidbits about some of the birds that people love to hate along with some of the common birds in our yard.

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.

Family Storytime

Thursday, April 10, 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.

Color photograph of an adult petting a miniature horse.

Sunny with a Chance of Poetry 

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Meeting Room at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

After a long cold winter, you’ll be ready for a little sunshine. How about some Sunny? Meet Sunny the miniature horse in front of the library and then move inside with artist and p...

Required
Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 37
Event Details:

After a long cold winter, you’ll be ready for a little sunshine. How about some Sunny? Meet Sunny the miniature horse in front of the library and then move inside with artist and poet Diane Wlezien for a photo exhibition and poetry reading.

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.

City of Woodstock Public Library Board Meeting

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Board Room at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Library Board Meeting
City Board:

City of Woodstock Public Library Board Meeting will be held at 7:30 p.m. in the Training Room. The Meetings are held the second Thursday of the month. Agendas and minutes are poste...

Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Library Board Room
Program Type: Library Board Meeting

City Board

City of Woodstock Public Library Board Meeting will be held at 7:30 p.m. in the Training Room. The Meetings are held the second Thursday of the month. Agendas and minutes are posted on the City of Woodstock website. 

All meetings of the Library Board are open to the public. In compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), they are fully accessible, and if any further accommodations are needed, please contact the Library Director 48 hours prior to the meeting.

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.

The Art of Foraging with Alexis Nikole Nelson (Virtual Program)

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual/Online Program at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Science & Nature
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Celebrate Earth Month with BlackForager, Alexis Nikole Nelson. A forager, outdoor educator, chef, and influencer based in Ohio, Nelson uses her platforms to yell, sing and celebrat...

Required
Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Virtual/Online Program
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Science & Nature
Required
Seats Remaining: 96
Event Details:

Celebrate Earth Month with BlackForager, Alexis Nikole Nelson. A forager, outdoor educator, chef, and influencer based in Ohio, Nelson uses her platforms to yell, sing and celebrate all the edible plants hiding in plain sight.

AARP Tax Appointments

Friday, April 11, 2025 at 9:00am - 2:00pm
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

Color photograph of two young children putting in the Woodstock Public Library.

Mini Links - Friends of the Woodstock Public Library Fundraiser

Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 3:00pm
All Library Event at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Friends of the Library Event, Fun & Games
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Join us for Mini Links, the Friends of the Library’s biggest fundraiser of the year! Ever dreamed of navigating your way through the nonfiction section with a putter in hand? Or si...

Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: All Library Event
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Friends of the Library Event, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Join us for Mini Links, the Friends of the Library’s biggest fundraiser of the year! Ever dreamed of navigating your way through the nonfiction section with a putter in hand?

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.

Rescue Readers

Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Other Location at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Spend time at the Hooved Animal Humane Society interacting and reading with the horses. Attendees must sign safety waivers, and space is limited to children attending the program w...

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Other Location
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Spend time at the Hooved Animal Humane Society interacting and reading with the horses. Attendees must sign safety waivers, and space is limited to children attending the program with their caregiver. More dates may be added later.

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.