Meeting Rooms Closed for Renovations

The library's meeting rooms will be closed for upgrades to the audio-visual system from December 18-January 31, 2026. The rooms will not be available for bookings during this time.

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AARP Tax Appointments

Friday, March 13, 2026 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
Meeting Room at Woodstock Public Library

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. 

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, March 14, 2026 at 9:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room at Woodstock Public Library

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. 

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. 

Logo for the Hooved Animal Human Society located in Woodstock, Illinois.

Rescue Readers

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Other Location at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children

Spend time at the Hooved Animal Humane Society interacting and reading with the horses (10804 McConnell Road). 

Attendees must sign safety waivers, and space is limited to children attending the program with their caregiver. 

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

Spend time at the Hooved Animal Humane Society interacting and reading with the horses (10804 McConnell Road). 

Attendees must sign safety waivers, and space is limited to children attending the program with their caregiver. 

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.

Annual Spring Peep Show - Submissions Accepted

All Day 3/16 - 3/25
All Library Event at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
All Ages

Feeling creative? Create a book or movie-themed Peep diorama and bring it to the library. The dioramas will be on display Prizes will be awarded to the top diorama in the children, teen, and adult age categories. 

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

Feeling creative? Create a book or movie-themed Peep diorama and bring it to the library. The dioramas will be on display Prizes will be awarded to the top diorama in the children, teen, and adult age categories. 

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 Storytime / Cuentos en Español (Session 2)

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Storytime Room at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Childhood
Age Group:
Children, Families

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.  

No registration is required.

 

Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children, Families
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.  

No registration is required.

 

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, March 17, 2026 at 6:00am - 7:00pm
Meeting Room at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults

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.

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.

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.

Babies & Books Storytime (Session 2)

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Storytime Room at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Childhood
Age Group:
Children, Families

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. 

 

 

 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children, Families
Program Type: Storytime & Early Childhood
Registration Required
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. 

 

 

 

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.

Prevent T2 Class Information Session

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Upper Level at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Class/Workshop
Age Group:
All Ages

2026 is the year that you take control of your pre-diabetes! You are invited to learn more about a FREE class coming to Woodstock Public Library from the McHenry County Department of health called Prevent T2. 

Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Upper Level
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Class/Workshop
Event Details:

2026 is the year that you take control of your pre-diabetes! You are invited to learn more about a FREE class coming to Woodstock Public Library from the McHenry County Department of health called Prevent T2. 

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.

Quilter’s Discussion Forum

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Margaret Marchi Reading Room at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

No idea is too simple or too complex. Bring your questions, knowledge, and show and tell projects. 

Discussion is open to any topic relative to the art of quilting: construction, design, tools, books and more.

Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Margaret Marchi Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

No idea is too simple or too complex. Bring your questions, knowledge, and show and tell projects. 

Discussion is open to any topic relative to the art of quilting: construction, design, tools, books and more.

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, March 18, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Storytime Room at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Childhood
Age Group:
Children

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

 

 

 

 

 

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

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

 

 

 

 

 

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, March 18, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:15pm
Storytime Room at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Childhood
Age Group:
Children

Talk, read, write, play, and sing your way through learning with books, rhymes, stories and activities. Then stay for a craft to help fine tune those fine motor skills.

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

Talk, read, write, play, and sing your way through learning with books, rhymes, stories and activities. Then stay for a craft to help fine tune those fine motor skills.

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.

Mario Kart video game graphic called a red shell.

YA Mario Kart Meetups

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Young Adult Area at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens

Stop by the library for some casual Mario Kart races. All skill levels welcome. 

Controllers available for checkout in Teen area. 

Up to 4 players at once. 

Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Young Adult Area
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Fun & Games
Event Details:

Stop by the library for some casual Mario Kart races. All skill levels welcome. 

Controllers available for checkout in Teen area. 

Up to 4 players at once. 

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.

Close up photograph of someone moving a chess piece on a chessboard.

Chess Club

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Storytime Room at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Children

Are you new to chess? Have you competed in tournaments? All experience levels are welcome to join the library chess club and develop their skills in a casual setting.  

 

 

Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Fun & Games
Event Details:

Are you new to chess? Have you competed in tournaments? All experience levels are welcome to join the library chess club and develop their skills in a casual setting.  

 

 

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.

Prevent T2 Class Information Session

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Training Room at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Class/Workshop
Age Group:
All Ages

2026 is the year that you take control of your pre-diabetes! You are invited to learn more about a FREE class coming to Woodstock Public Library from the McHenry County Department of health called Prevent T2. 

Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Training Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Class/Workshop
Event Details:

2026 is the year that you take control of your pre-diabetes! You are invited to learn more about a FREE class coming to Woodstock Public Library from the McHenry County Department of health called Prevent T2. 

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.

Four children concentrating on writing something.

Writer's Workshop

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Storytime Room at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Class/Workshop
Age Group:
Children

Do you enjoy writing stories or poems? Come to this workshop series to learn more about literary devices and share your writings with others.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Class/Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you enjoy writing stories or poems? Come to this workshop series to learn more about literary devices and share your writings with others.

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

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults

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

Walk-in program.  Nor registration required.

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. 

Walk-in program.  Nor registration required.

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.

Virtual - Beyond the Page with Percival Everett

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual/Online Program at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Author Event
Age Group:
Adults

Those interested in attending from home can register and receive the Zoom link directly from: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_3UDNRZOFR_uxMoTPxM

Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Virtual/Online Program
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Event
Event Details:

Those interested in attending from home can register and receive the Zoom link directly from: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_3UDNRZOFR_uxMoTPxM

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.

AARP Tax Appointments

Friday, March 20, 2026 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
Meeting Room at Woodstock Public Library

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. 

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, March 21, 2026 at 9:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room at Woodstock Public Library

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. 

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. 

Local Author Showcase

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 3:00pm
Upper Level at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Author Event
Join us as we celebrate the diverse and talented authors of McHenry County! Local authors will be on hand to display and discuss their latest works, offering a unique opportunity to connect with the creative minds behind the stories.
Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Upper Level
Program Type: Author Event
Event Details:
Join us as we celebrate the diverse and talented authors of McHenry County! Local authors will be on hand to display and discuss their latest works, offering a unique opportunity to connect with the creative minds behind the stories.

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.

Legos in the Library

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Young Adult Area at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens

The library will be holding a Lego build session in the Teen area. All creations will be displayed in the Teen area display case through the rest of March where people will be able to vote on their favorite design.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Young Adult Area
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

The library will be holding a Lego build session in the Teen area. All creations will be displayed in the Teen area display case through the rest of March where people will be able to vote on their favorite design.

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.

Logo for University of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer & Environmental Sciences Illinois Extension.

Illinois Mammals - Junior Master Naturalist Program

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Science & Nature
Age Group:
Children

Come join University of Illinois Extension Master Naturalists to discover the magical world of mammals.

Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Science & Nature
Event Details:

Come join University of Illinois Extension Master Naturalists to discover the magical world of mammals.

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, March 24, 2026 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
Meeting Room at Woodstock Public Library

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. 

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. 

Blast From the Past: Shrinky Dinks

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Young Adult Area at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens

Create a masterpiece on plastic, and watch it shrink before your eyes. We’ll have blank pages as well as preprinted designs to color and turn into key chains.

 

 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Young Adult Area
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create a masterpiece on plastic, and watch it shrink before your eyes. We’ll have blank pages as well as preprinted designs to color and turn into key chains.

 

 

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.