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Family Craft Kits: Fancy Bubble Wands

All Day
Reference Desk at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All Ages

Stop by the reference desk to pick up this month's craft kit to make at home together. This month, we'll have supplies to create fancy bubble wands to play with outside. Available while supplies last.  

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

Stop by the reference desk to pick up this month's craft kit to make at home together. This month, we'll have supplies to create fancy bubble wands to play with outside. Available while supplies last.  

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.

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

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. 

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.

Projects & Podcasts

Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Training Room at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Crafters are invited to bring your current project to the library for a grown-up storytime together as we work on our projects and listen to an episode of "Levar Burton Reads", a podcast of short stories for adults read by Levar Burton of the hit

Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Training Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Crafters are invited to bring your current project to the library for a grown-up storytime together as we work on our projects and listen to an episode of "Levar Burton Reads", a podcast of short stories for adults read by Levar Burton of the hit

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

Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Training Room at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Class/Workshop
Age Group:
All Ages

All are welcome to register for this FREE 22-class series hosted by the McHenry County Department of Health on either Tuesday mornings OR Thursday evenings. 

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

All are welcome to register for this FREE 22-class series hosted by the McHenry County Department of Health on either Tuesday mornings OR Thursday evenings. 

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 - Independence Day

All Day 7/3 - 7/4
Woodstock Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Woodstock Public Library

Library Closed 9am to Noon - All Staff Meeting

Friday, July 3, 2026 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.

Library Closed

All Day
Woodstock Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Woodstock Public Library

Prevent T2

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Training Room at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Class/Workshop
Age Group:
All Ages

All are welcome to register for this FREE 22-class series hosted by the McHenry County Department of Health on either Tuesday mornings OR Thursday evenings. 

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

All are welcome to register for this FREE 22-class series hosted by the McHenry County Department of Health on either Tuesday mornings OR Thursday evenings. 

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.

A Sound Healing Experience with the Poetry of Walt Whitman

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Large Meeting Room at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Class/Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Experience a session of restorative Sound Healing interspersed with the transformative words of Walt Whitman.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class/Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Experience a session of restorative Sound Healing interspersed with the transformative words of Walt Whitman.

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.

Community Hub

Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Older Adult Area at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Outreach Visit
Age Group:
Adults
Join us at Woodstock Public Library for a NEW monthly resource fair.
Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Older Adult Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Outreach Visit
Event Details:
Join us at Woodstock Public Library for a NEW monthly resource fair.

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, July 8, 2026 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.

Prevent T2

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Training Room at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Class/Workshop
Age Group:
All Ages

All are welcome to register for this FREE 22-class series hosted by the McHenry County Department of Health on either Tuesday mornings OR Thursday evenings. 

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

All are welcome to register for this FREE 22-class series hosted by the McHenry County Department of Health on either Tuesday mornings OR Thursday evenings. 

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, July 9, 2026 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.

American Girl Craft Club - Felicity’s Folding Fan 

Friday, July 10, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Large Meeting Room at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All Ages

We’re celebrating America’s 250th birthday with a series of historic crafts straight from the original American Girl doll craft books. All supplies will be provided.

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

We’re celebrating America’s 250th birthday with a series of historic crafts straight from the original American Girl doll craft books. All supplies will be provided.

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.

Colorful image of a Nintendo Switch video game unit.

Teen Drop-In Gaming

Friday, July 10, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Young Adult Area at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens

Stop by the library for open play gaming on our Nintendo Switch. We have Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and Smash Bros. Ultimate. Players can bring their own games as well. All skill levels are welcome. Controllers available for checkout in Teen area.

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

Stop by the library for open play gaming on our Nintendo Switch. We have Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and Smash Bros. Ultimate. Players can bring their own games as well. All skill levels are welcome. Controllers available for checkout in Teen area.

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.

Hollow Tree Spinners

Saturday, July 11, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Upper Level at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Join the Hollow Tree Spinners, a group of spinning enthusiasts, at the library for some fun and collaborative sessions. The meeting is open to the public and newcomers are encouraged to attend. 

No registration required. 

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

Join the Hollow Tree Spinners, a group of spinning enthusiasts, at the library for some fun and collaborative sessions. The meeting is open to the public and newcomers are encouraged to attend. 

No 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.

Library Closed

All Day
Woodstock Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Woodstock Public Library

Prevent T2

Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Training Room at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Class/Workshop
Age Group:
All Ages

All are welcome to register for this FREE 22-class series hosted by the McHenry County Department of Health on either Tuesday mornings OR Thursday evenings. 

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

All are welcome to register for this FREE 22-class series hosted by the McHenry County Department of Health on either Tuesday mornings OR Thursday evenings. 

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.

Social Media and Your Health

Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Training Room at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Class/Workshop
Age Group:
Adults, Teens

Can’t stop doom scrolling through your news feeds? Zachary Devore LCPC at Owens Counseling & Therapy Center in St. Charles will join us to discuss best practices for protecting your mental health while using social media in chaotic times.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Training Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Class/Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Can’t stop doom scrolling through your news feeds? Zachary Devore LCPC at Owens Counseling & Therapy Center in St. Charles will join us to discuss best practices for protecting your mental health while using social media in chaotic times.

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, July 14, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Large 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: Large 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.

Memory Makers Storytelling Group

Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 9:30am - 12:00pm
Large Meeting Room at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults

The art of storytelling is becoming more and more popular. Local resident Joy Aavang, author and storyteller, invites you to join this group to share memories, history or anything that interests you.

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

The art of storytelling is becoming more and more popular. Local resident Joy Aavang, author and storyteller, invites you to join this group to share memories, history or anything that interests you.

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

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Training Room at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Class/Workshop
Age Group:
All Ages

All are welcome to register for this FREE 22-class series hosted by the McHenry County Department of Health on either Tuesday mornings OR Thursday evenings. 

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

All are welcome to register for this FREE 22-class series hosted by the McHenry County Department of Health on either Tuesday mornings OR Thursday evenings. 

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.

Colorful image of a Nintendo Switch video game unit.

Teen Drop-In Gaming

Friday, July 17, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Young Adult Area at Woodstock Public Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens

Stop by the library for open play gaming on our Nintendo Switch. We have Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and Smash Bros. Ultimate. Players can bring their own games as well. All skill levels are welcome. Controllers available for checkout in Teen area.

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

Stop by the library for open play gaming on our Nintendo Switch. We have Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and Smash Bros. Ultimate. Players can bring their own games as well. All skill levels are welcome. Controllers available for checkout in Teen area.

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

All Day
Woodstock Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Woodstock Public Library