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AARP Tax Appointments

9:00am–5:00pm
Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Large 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. 

Rescue Readers

1:00pm–2:00pm
Children
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. 

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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 1)

5:00pm–5:45pm
Children, Families
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.

Healthy Relationship Workshop for Teens and Their Caregivers

6:30pm–7:30pm
Teens
Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Home & Wellness
Event Details:

Join Turning Point, Domestic Violence Services to talk about Healthy and Unhealthy Relationships during Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month.

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

9:00am–5:00pm
Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Large 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 & Books Storytime (Session 1)

9:30am–10:15am
Children, Families
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.

Choosing the Right Cannabis at a Dispensary

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Training Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Choosing the right cannabis at the dispensary can be overwhelming, but the representatives from Terrabis of Woodstock will be here to help.

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

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Large Meeting 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 I)

9:30am–10:15am
Children
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
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.

Memory Makers Storytelling Group

9:30am–12:00pm
Adults
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.

Preschool Storytime (Session I)

11:30am–12:15pm
Children
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.

YA Mario Kart Meetups

4:00pm–5:30pm
Teens
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.

Chess Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Children
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.

Writer's Workshop

6:00pm–7:00pm
Children
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.

AARP Tax Appointments

9:00am–5:00pm
Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Large 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 Kathy Spaltro and the Barrymores

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Training Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Event
Registration Required
Event Details:
Local author Kathy Spaltro joins us to discuss her new biography, Ethel Barrymore: Shy Empress of the Footlights.

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.

Versiti Blood Drive

1:30pm–6:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Library Parking Lot - Main
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Outside Organization
Event Details:

WPL will host Versiti Blood Center's mobile community blood drive. Donated blood will benefit area hospitals, which are facing critically low inventory levels. 

All donors must show a photo ID prior to donating. 

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.

Birds of Prey - Junior Master Naturalist Program

2:00pm–3:30pm
Children
Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Training Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Science & Nature
Event Details:

Discover the fascinating lives of Illinois’ birds of prey through interactive, hands-on experiences. Participants will explore the science behind raptors with engaging activities and real-world investigations.

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

9:00am–5:00pm
Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Large 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. 

As Seen on Pinterest: Reusable Felt Party Chains

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Training Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Paper chains can make for fun party décor, but what about a felt one that you can reuse for parties all year? Join us for our monthly adult craft activity to create a piece of party décor that can be a family heirloom for years to come. 

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.

Seen on Pinterest: Reusable Felt Party Chains

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Training Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Paper chains can make for fun party décor, but what about a felt one that you can reuse for parties all year? Join us for our monthly adult craft activity to create a piece of party décor that can be a family heirloom for years to come. 

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 - Still Afraid of the Dark: An Evening with R.L. Stine

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
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_vc04-wcIQOmvC7vQhZ

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.

YA Mario Kart Meetups

4:00pm–5:30pm
Teens
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.

Virtual Trivia Night: Musicals

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults, Teens
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodstock Public Library
Room: Virtual/Online Program
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:
Join us for Musicals Trivia, covering the best of both the stage and screen. We'll journey from the classic cinematic charm of The Sound of Music to the gravity-defying magic of Wicked, and everything in between.

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.