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¡Fiesta Mexicana!
Tue, Sep 16 | 11–11:45am Join us for stories and games! Ages 3–7 with a caregiver. |
Movie: Encanto
Thu, Sep 18 | 6–8pm Sing along! We'll have snacks and Colombian crafts. All ages. |
Mosaico de Frijoles
Thu, Oct 2 | 6–7:30pm Create a mosaic masterpiece with beans! All ages. |
Micheladalandia
Fri, Oct 3 | 7–8:25pm Prepare different micheladas with chili gummies, fresh fruits, and different varieties of beer. 21+. |
Teen Sugar Skull Craft
Mon, Oct 6 | 5–6pm Teens can decorate 3D-printed skulls for Día de los Muertos, a vibrant Latino tradition. |
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Hispanic Heritage Night
Thu, Oct 9 | 6–8pm Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month at our annual Hispanic Heritage Night! Join us for a fun night of cultural crafts, authentic flavors, Loteria (prizes!), music, and more entertainment for the whole family. |
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Author: Donna Solecka Urbikas
Wed, Oct 22 | 7–8pm  Visit by the author of My Sister's Mother: A Memoir of War, Exile, and Stalin's Siberia. Copies are available for check out at the Library. |
Polish Genealogy Tue, Oct 28 | 7–8pm Simplify confusing ancestry research! This workshop outlines a process to identify where your Polish ancestors were born and where to find their records. |
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Lajkonik Song & Dance Performance
Thu, Oct 30 | 7–8pm The Lajkonik Song & Dance Ensemble will give a vibrant presentation of Polish traditions and history through festive folk songs, dances, and costumes, highlighting the different regions and cultures of Poland. |
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Excel Basics
Wed, Sep 17 | 6:30–7:45pm Get started with Excel by learning how to enter data, format cells, and navigate worksheets. |
Excel Formulas and Functions Wed, Oct 22 | 6:30–8pm Explore essential formulas and functions to perform calculations and analyze data. |
Red Cross Blood Drive
Fri, Sep 19 | 11am–4pm Register by going to redcrossblood.org and using the sponsor code WoodDaleLibrary. |
Jewel-Osco Vaccine Clinic
Tue, Sep 23 | 3–5pm Jewel-Osco will be offering vaccines for the flu, COVID-19, RSV, pneumonia, and more. |
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Crafting & Social Circle
Fri, Oct 10, 11am–12:30pm Join our monthly crafting circle where you can bring your materials, spend time working on your projects, and socialize with other crafty people. |
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Medicare 101 Mon, Oct 6 | 1–3pm Learn the ins and outs of Medicare. Light refreshments. |
Internet Basics Sat, Oct 11 | 1–3pm Essential internet skills geared toward senior learners. |
Retirement 101 Mon, Oct 20 | 1–2:30pm Financial experts demystify the retirement planning process. |
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Thursday Mix: It's Alive! Universal Monsters
Thu, Oct 23 | 1–2:30pm In this engaging and immersive program by William Pack, learn how Universal Pictures was not a big player during Hollywood's early years, but became one by turning its energies into the horror genre. |
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Creepy Cupcakes
Mon, Oct 20 | 7–8pm Join us for an evening of scary stories and sweet treats! Decorate two Halloween cupcakes with pastry chef Frannie Hargadon. Adults only. |
Monthly Movie: Frankenstein
Fri, Oct 24 | 2–3:30pm Boris Karloff stars as the screen's most tragic and iconic monster in what many consider to be the greatest horror film ever made. |
 Mystery LoversTue, Oct 7 | 7–8pm Shutter by Ramona Emerson |
 Book Club Express Wed, Oct 8 | 7–8pm Practical Magic by Alice Hoffman |
 Klub KsiążkiTue, Oct 21 | 7–8pmGorzko, gorzko by Joanna Bator |
 Not Your Mother's ClubThu, Oct 23 | 6–7pmThe Dead Romantics by Ashley Poston |
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Science | Technology | Engineering | Art | Math |
Family STEAM Night Tue, Sep 16 & Oct 21 6–7pm Try STEAM activities as a family! Ages 5+ with a caregiver. |
STEAM Tots
Mon, Sep 22 & Oct 6 11–11:45am New STEAM topics every week! Ages 3–5 with a caregiver. |
Adventures in Art!
Tue, Sep 23 & Oct 7 11–11:45am Create artwork to take home! Ages 3–5 with a caregiver. |
Family Arts & Crafts Night Tue, Sep 23 & Oct 28, 6–7pm Explore creative crafts as a family. Ages 5+ with a caregiver. |
STEAM Saturday Sat, Oct 18 | 1–4pm Join us for open play with all things STEAM. Ages 3+ with a caregiver. |
Baby Time
Mon, Sep 22 & Oct 20 | 10:30–11am Pre-reader activities and socialization for you and baby. Ages 0–2 with a caregiver. |
Toddler Time
Wed, Sep 24 & Oct 1 | 10:30–11am Books, songs, and activities for building language and social skills. Ages 2–4 with a caregiver. |
Preschool Storytime Thu, Sep 25 & Oct 2 | 11–11:45am Read books, sing songs, and work on literacy fundamentals. Meet new friends and make a craft! Ages 3–6 with a caregiver. |
Supported Storytime
Sat, Sep 27 & Oct 11 | 11–11:30am Designed for kids with developmental disabilities; includes visual and sensory support. Ages 3–7 with a caregiver. |
Sensory Saturday!
Sat, Sep 27 & Oct 11 | 11:30am–2:30pm Children of all abilities can explore sensory stations in an inclusive, supportive environment. Ages 3–7 with a caregiver. |
Yoga Adventure Jr.
Mon, Sep 29 & Oct 13 | 11–11:30am Join us for a yoga adventure! Experience a story through yoga poses. Bring your own yoga mat/towel or use one of our mats. Ages 3–5. |
Polish Storytime
Tue, Oct 14 | 6–6:30pm Enjoy this fun storytime in Polish, then stick around for playtime. Ages 3–7. |
Monster Boogie
Tue, Oct 28 | 11–11:45am Songs, dance, games, and trick-or-treating! Costumes encouraged. Age 3–7 with a caregiver. |
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1000 Books Celebration!
Tue, Sep 30 | 11–11:45am Whether you are about to start, are already reading, or have finished your 1000 Books Before Kindergarten journey, join us to celebrate! It's never too early to start your little one on the road to reading. Ages 0–6 with a caregiver. |
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Mystery in the Library
Fri, Oct 10 | 6–8:45pm There has been a crime in the Library! Investigate together and solve the mystery. For students in 4th and 5th grades. |
Creepy Halloween Animals
Mon, Oct 20, 4:30–5:15pm Meet some of nature's creepiest creatures! Get up close with bats, snakes, tarantulas, lizards, and more. Ages 8–13. |
National Dessert Day
Tue, Oct 14, 11–11:45am Celebrate this national holiday with games and sweet crafts! Ages 6–11. |
BYOP(umpkin) Decorating
Thu, Oct 23 | 6–7pm We'll bring the supplies, you bring the pumpkin. Ages 5+ with a caregiver. |
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DIY Coasters for Teens Sat, Sep 20 | 1–2pm Make your own unique coaster with cut-outs from magazines and comic books! Ages 11–16. |
Teen Monster Makeup Sat, Oct 25 | 12–2pm Learn to make fake blood and makeup to be the hit of Halloween! Ages 11–16. |
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