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Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi Office Hours Wed, Feb 4 | 10am–1pm Meet with Congressman Krishnamoorthi’s staff! Stop by with any questions you may have about federal topics including social security, veterans’ affairs, immigration, and taxes. |
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The Buddy Pet Loss Support Group Mondays, Feb 23–Mar 23 | 6–7:30pm Grieving the loss of a beloved pet? Join the Buddy Pet Loss Support Group for a five-week session, facilitated by a licensed professional counselor. For more information or to register, call the facilitator at 630-464-9179.
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Blues Music in America Fri, Feb 6 | 7–8:30pm Blues guitarist and songwriter Fruteland Jackson combines lecture, song, and musical demonstration to trace the evolution of blues music in American culture. Learn how the blues traveled from the Mississippi Delta through the Great Migration, leading to the origins of rock and roll and the Chicago blues tradition. |
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Cooking with Chef Tony: I Am More Than You Think I Am Tue, Feb 10 | 7–8:30pm Chef Tony presents a cooking demonstration, followed by a discussion on his experience as an African American chef. Learn to create a delicious three-course meal, including an African-based dessert. Samples included. |
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 Virtual Author Visit: Charles B. Fancher Wed, Feb 18 | 7–7:30pm Book Club Express presents a virtual discussion of Red Clay, a novel chronicling the multigenerational story of an enslaved Black family, with the author himself. To join the librarian-led discussion afterward, sign up for Book Club Express. |
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Wood Carving Meetup Mondays, Feb 2 & 16 | 6:30–8:30pm Drop in and discover a new hobby with the North Suburban Carvers! No experience or registration is required; stop by and join the carving. |
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Presidential Marriages & Romances Wed, Feb 4 | 7–8pm Join historian Tom Emery for a fun look at presidential romances, from White House weddings to love stories, scandals, and everything in between! |
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Crafting and Social Circle Fri, Feb 13 | 11am–12:30pm Join our monthly crafting circle! Bring your materials and work on your project while socializing with other crafters. |
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Take & Make Spice Club: Cajun Spice Pickup begins Mon, Feb 16 Spice up your life and join our bimonthly Spice Club! Every other month, sign up for a Take & Make spice kit, including information about the spice, recipes, book recommendations, and a sample packet. This month's feature is Cajun spice! |
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Microsoft Excel BasicsWed, Feb 18 | 6:30–7:45pm Get started with Excel and learn how to enter data, format cells, and navigate worksheets.
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All books are available at the Book Club Kiosk at the Library. |
Mystery Lovers' Club Tue, Feb 3 | 7–8pm All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker. |
Klub Książki Wto 17 Lut | 19:00–21:00 Lekcje chemii autorswa Bonnie Garmus. Spotyka się w Art Gallery Kafe, 127 Front St, Wood Dale. |
 Book Club ExpressWed, Feb 18 | 7:30–8pm |
 Nonfiction Readers' ClubThu, Feb 19 | 7–8pm Hidden Figures by Margot Lee Shetterly. |
Chair Yoga and Tai-chi Wed, Feb 11 | 3–4pm Move, think, flow, and relax! Stay seated or stand for gentle stretching and brain games. |
Word Basics for Seniors Sat, Feb 14 | 1–3pm This beginner class teaches how to create, edit, format, and save documents in Word. |
Thursday Mix: DuPage Architects Thu, Feb 19 | 1–2:30pm Explore local architectural history and the people behind the designs with this presentation by the DuPage County Historical Museum. |
 Monthly Movie: Her Pen Pal (2021)Fri, Feb 27 | 2–4pm This Hallmark romantic comedy is about an event planner meeting up with her old pen pal in France. Unrated. 84 minutes. |
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Cupid's Creation Station Sat, Feb 14 | 1–4pm Ages 5 and up with a caregiver Celebrate Valentine's Day with us and get creative! Drop in and design your own unique Valentine's Day projects using a variety of different materials. |
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Olympic Family Fun Night Thu, Feb 19 | 6–7pm 5–12 years with a caregiver Join us for an unforgettable evening of family fun as we celebrate the spirit of the Olympic Games with crafts, games, and an awards ceremony for all participants! |
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Baby Time Mondays, Feb 2 & 16 | 10:30–11am 0–2 years with a caregiver Begins with 20 minutes of guided activities, followed by play and socialization time for both you and baby. |
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Toddler Time Wednesdays, Feb 4, 11 & 18 | 10:30–11am 2–4 years with a caregiver This interactive storytime encourages toddlers to develop language and social skills. |
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Polish Storytime Tue, Feb 10 | 6–6:30pm 3–7 years Join us for this fun storytime in the Polish language, then stay for open play. |
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Science | Technology | Engineering | Art | Mathematics |
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STEAM Lab: Heart Collage Wed, Feb 4 | 4:30–5:15pm 6–11 years Every month, we explore different topics that relate to science, technology, engineering, art, or math. For this month's STEAM Lab, learn about science and art! |
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Crafternoon: Snowman Crafts Wed, Feb 18 | 4:30–5:15pm 6–11 years Get ready to imagine, create, and get a little messy! During each Crafternoon session, we explore a new project and a variety of materials, from paint and glitter to paper and glue. This session, let's make snowman-inspired crafts. |
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Valentine's Day Origami Sat, Feb 7 | 1–2pm 11–16 years Origami is the art of folding paper, from the Japanese oru ("to fold") and kami ("paper"). Join us for this fun Valentine's Day-themed craft workshop! |
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Wacky Wednesday Wednesdays, Feb 11 & 25 | 2:30–4pm 11–14 years Enjoy a craft, activity, and snack with your friends on early dismissal Wednesdays! Registration is not required. |
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Kahoot! for Teens Mon, Feb 16 | 1–3pm 11–16 years Learning is fun with Kahoot! Grab your friends and play this interactive quiz game. Each player must bring their own WiFi-enabled device. |
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Wood Dale Public Library
520 N Wood Dale Rd, Wood Dale, Illinois 60191 630-766-6762 wooddalelibrary.org |
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