On the first Friday of each month the library will open at noon to allow for ongoing staff training and workshops.
Dates: Fridays/September 6, October 4, November 1, December 6
Library Hours on First Friday: Noon-5 p.m.
MUM’S THE WORD FALL PLANT SALE - SEPTEMBER 7
The Friends of Woodstock Public Library
Annual Fall Plant Sale features mums and a wide variety of fall plants including kale, ornamental pepper plants and grasses. Come early for the best selection.
Day/Date: Saturday/September 7
Time: 9:00 a.m. until sold out
BIG FALL BOOK SALE SEPTEMBER 14
Thousands of used books for $1 or less—Come shop the Friends Big Book Sale to stock up on bestsellers, kids books, romance, mystery, history, CDs, DVDs, and audiobooks. All proceeds benefit the library.
Day/Date: Saturday/September 14
Time: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
USED BOOKSTORE
The Friends Used Bookstore is located on the main floor and lower level. Be sure to peruse the selection every time you visit the library – the inventory is regularly updated and features best-sellers, classics, and favorites for all ages. Music, movies, and audiobooks are also included. Bookstore proceeds benefit the community by providing library programs, services, materials, and much more.
USED BOOK DONATIONS ACCEPTED
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. Used encyclopedias, textbooks, magazines, moldy/poor condition books, Reader’s Digest Condensed books, and VHS tapes are not accepted. Unsuitable paper items can be recycled in the library’s paper recycling bins in the public parking lot. Plastic/spiral bindings should be removed before placing in recycling bins. Please do not leave donations by the front door or in the outside book drops.
JOIN THE FRIENDS
If you enjoy visiting the library, rely on the library’s programs and services, and appreciate the benefits the library brings to the whole community, you’re already a friend of the library. Make it official by joining the Friends of Woodstock Public Library, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the library. Membership is free and open to everyone. Everyone is welcome to pitch in at planning meetings and fundraising events. Look for the Friends membership brochure or inquire at the library front desk to join.a
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NATURAL SCIENCES PROGRAMS
HIVE TALKIN’
Consider yourself a nature enthusiast? Three Bees Honey Farm is stopping by the library for an informative session on the wisdom and wonder of bees. Participants will learn about the benefits of bees, honey, the different types of hives, and how to grow a beefriendly garden.
Day/Date: Wednesday/September 11
Time: 6:30-7:30 p.m.
YOU CAN BREW IT
Do you enjoy good quality craft beer? Home brewing is a fun and rewarding hobby that is enjoyed by millions of people all over the world. Award winning master home brewer Scott Pointon will discuss the equipment, ingredients, brewing process, and resources available to would-be brew masters.
Day/Date: Wednesday/October 9
Time: 5:30-7:30 p.m.
BATTLE AGAINST BUCKTHORN (AND ITS BUDDIES): HOW-TO FOR HOMEOWNERS
Want some practical tips on how to rid your property of invasive tree species such as buckthorn and honeysuckle? Join Sarah Michehl from The Land Conservancy to learn how to control these species, as well as native tree and shrub replacement recommendations. Attendees will also learn about the Conservation@Home program and how our local native flora can make a difference to the ecological health of McHenry County.
Day/Date: Tuesday/October 22
Time: 6:30-7:30 p.m.
WINTER SOWING
Winter Sowing is a term for a specific method of starting seeds outdoors in an enclosed container. Gardeners plant seeds in recycled containers such as milk jugs then set the jugs outside for the winter. It’s that simple. Bring a clean plastic gallon milk or water jug and enjoy a hands-on workshop on starting your garden plants the easy way. All other supplies provided. The workshop will be led by Master Gardeners from the University of Illinois Extension Office.
Day/Date: Tuesday/December 3
Time: 6:30-7:30 p.m.
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IN-PERSON PROGRAMS
Day/Dates:
AS SEEN ON PINTEREST: ADULT CRAFTS
Check our online calendar for specific craft information.
Monday/September 23:
Recycled Book Owls
Tuesday/October 1: Felt Leaves
Wednesday/November 13:
Holiday Ornament
Thursday/December 5:
Book Pages and Pinecone Ornaments
Time: 6:30-8:00 p.m.
SOCIAL SECURITY Q&A SESSION
Feeling anxious about retirement and looking for advice? Key Retirement Solutions is coming to the library to offer information and resources for effective financial planning when nearing retirement. Members of the audience will have ample opportunities to ask any questions.
Day/Date: Tuesday/September 24
Time: 6:00-7:30 p.m.
INTRODUCTION TO IPHONE & IPAD
Need some help with your iPhone or iPad? Join us for a beginner-level course with handouts and activities prepared by the Public Library Association. Registrants are highly encouraged to bring their own iPhone or iPad to follow along with the course.
Day/Date: Tuesday/September 3
Time: 6:00-7:30 p.m.
MCC’S UNDOCUMENTED STUDENT RESOURCES
Do you know somebody who needs a hand? Stop by the library to learn about legal, financial, and academic resources available to undocumented college students during their college education and beyond. This information is presented by the Undocumented Student Liaison at McHenry County College and is open to everyone.
Day/Date: Thursday/September 26
Time: 4:30-5:30 p.m.
DEAD AIR: THE NIGHT ORSON WELLES TERRIFIED AMERICA
On a warm Halloween Eve, October 30, 1938, Orson Welles turned six seconds of radio silence—dead air—into absolute horror. With only a small wave of his hands, Welles called for radio silence in the CBS studio at the end of the broadcast. This creative decision sparked a panic among millions of people who ran screaming, grabbed their shotguns, drove off in cars, and hid anywhere they could find to get away from Martians intent on exterminating humanity. In only six seconds, the way the world would view media was changed forever. Come to the library to hear about the infamous broadcast and the larger implications it had on society.
Day/Date: Tuesday/October 8
Time: 6:30-7:30 p.m.
AARP SAFE DRIVING COURSE
Drivers 50 years and older will learn defensive driving techniques, proven safety strategies, and new traffic laws and rules of the road. The cost for this class is $20 for AARP members or $25 for non-members. Fees are payable by cash or check to the instructor at the first class. Participants must attend both days and may be eligible for a discount on their car insurance upon completion of the course. Light refreshments will be provided, and attendees are welcome to bring a snack.
Day/Dates: Thursday/October 10 AND Friday/October 11
Time: 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
THE TEN WARNING SIGNS OF ALZHEIMER’S
In this course, provided by the Alzheimer’s Association, attendees will learn how to recognize common signs of the disease in themselves and others, identify next steps to take, including how to talk to their doctor. Join us at the library for an informative session.
Day/Date: Saturday/October 12
Time: 3:30-4:30 p.m.
THE RULE OF RUM
Did you know rum played a contributing role in the American Revolution? Join us at the library for a historical program discussing the role of rum in government and military affairs from historian Cynthia Clampitt. From the Caribbean across the British Empire, come discover how rum used to rule the world.
Day/Date: Tuesday/October 29
Time: 6:30-7:30 p.m.
SEEKING SUCCESS: PREPARE TO LAND YOUR NEXT JOB
Are you doing everything possible to land your next job? Presenter Steve Alban is stopping by the library to discuss effective job searching strategies. Come find out how to improve as a candidate and more in this exciting program.
Day/Date: Tuesday/November 26
Time: 6:30-7:30 p.m.
FREE GUITARS FOR FUTURE STARS CONCERT
Local students enrolled in this nonprofit organization’s program, which provides lower-income children with free guitars and weekly lessons, will entertain the crowd with their newfound musical skills.
Day/Date: Sunday/December 8
Time: 2:00-3:00 p.m.
THE CODEBREAKER AND THE POW
In this gripping family saga, L. Sue Baugh tells the stories of both her father, a Navy codebreaker, and her grandfather, a POW of the Japanese invasion of the Philippines. This presentation will cover the occupation, the role of codebreakers in liberating the Philippines, and the brutality the prisoners endured. Come and watch the history of the Baugh family unfold.
Day/Date: Tuesday/October 15
Time: 6:30-7:30 p.m.
CUT THE CORD: THE PROS & CONS OF STREAMING
Interested in learning about streaming services like Netflix or Hulu? Come to the library for an informative session comparing the prices for different services and equipment needed to stream movies and television. This program will also include common scenarios to help participants break down the cost of switching to streaming versus traditional cable service. Materials in this program were provided by digitallearn.org and the Public Library Association.
Day/Date: Tuesday/November 12
Time: 5:30-6:30 p.m.
CHRISTMAS MOVIE TRIVIA & BINGO
Already watching Christmas movies? Listening to Christmas songs? Throw on your ugly Christmas Sweater and join us for trivia, bingo, and celebrating favorite Christmas movies. Register once per team.
Day/Date: Sunday/December 15
Time: 2:00-4:00 p.m.
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HEALTH PROGRAMS
CAREGIVER’S SUPPORT GROUP
This support group allows spouses or life partners providing care to their companions to share their unique experiences with other spouses and life partners providing similar care. Meetings are facilitated by mental health professionals from Independence Health & Therapy.
Day/Date: Thursdays/September 5, October 3, November 7, December 5
Time: 10:00-11:30 a.m.
MCDH WELLNESS SCREENINGS
The McHenry County Department of Health will be offering wellness screenings for cholesterol, triglycerides, glucose, blood pressure, body mass analysis, AIC, and heart age assessment. Fasting not required. The cost for the glucose and cholesterol screening is $25, A1C is $20, or all three for $35; all other screenings are FREE. Visit www.mcdh.info or call 815-334-4510 for more information or to register.
Day/Date: Monday/October 7 or Thursday/November 14
Time: 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
THE A, B, C & D’S OF MEDICARE
When the time comes to choose a Medicare plan or review your existing coverage the options can become overwhelming. This workshop presented by Jane Sanchez of Aegis Resources, Inc. will provide critical information about the various Medicare plans.
Day/Date: Wednesday/September 25
Time: 6:30-8:00 p.m.
MEDICARE 101
Questions about the Annual Open Enrollment and Medicare Plans? Come learn about all your options with this educational event focusing on the different ways to insure yourself once you reach Medicare Eligibility. Samuela ‘Ela’ Venturi, of Venturi & Associates, an insurance agency, will be presenting the program.
Day/Date: Saturday/October 26
Time: 1:00-2:30 p.m.
VERSITI BLOOD DRIVE
WPL will host Versiti Blood Center. Donated blood will benefit area hospitals. All donors must show a photo ID prior to donating. Please sign up for an appointment at www.versiti.org or call the library at 815-338-0542. Walk-ins are also welcome.
Date: Monday/November 11
Time: 1:30-6:00 p.m.
ONGOING IN-PERSON PROGRAMS
DAR GENEALOGY WORKSHOP
Volunteer genealogists from the Kishwaukee Trail Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution will help prospective members with applications. Members must be descended from the patriots who assisted in the Revolution for American Independence. Registration is required by contacting Registrar Chris Learman at 815-245-6944 or chrislearman@att.net.
Day/Dates: Saturdays/September 7, October 5, November 2, December 7
Time: 10:00 a.m.- Noon
OR
Day/Dates: Tuesdays/September 10, October 8, November 5, December 10
Time: 5:30-7:30 p.m.
HOLLOW TREE SPINNERS
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.
Saturdays/September 14, October 12, November 9, December 14
MCHENRY COUNTY CIVIL WAR ROUNDTABLE
Join the McHenry County Civil War Roundtable for a series of interesting and informative historical presentations.
Day/Dates: Tuesdays/September 10, October 8, November 12, December 10
Time: 7:00 p.m.
QUILTER’S DISCUSSION FORUM
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.
Day/Dates: Tuesdays/September 17, October 15, November 19, December 17
Time: 7:00 p.m.
MEMORY MAKERS
STORYTELLING GROUP
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. Participants are not required to sharelisteners are welcome. Light refreshments will be served.
Day/Dates: Wednesdays/September 18, October 16, November 20, December 18
Time: 9:30 a.m.-Noon
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VIRTUAL PROGRAMS
BEING IMPERFECT WITH ERIKA SÁNCHEZ
Erika L. Sánchez, author of the young adult novel, I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter, was a New York Times bestseller, National Book Award finalist, and Tomás Rivera Award winner. She will be joined in conversation by Cythia Pelayo.
Day/Date: Wednesday/October 9
Time: 7:00-8:00 p.m.
This event is made possible by Illinois Libraries Present (ILP), a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering premier events. ILP is funded in part by a grant awarded by the Illinois State Library, a department of the Office of Secretary of State, using funds provided by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services, under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA).
ILP is committed to inclusion and accessibility. To request accommodations, please email illinoislibrariespresent@gmail.com
RAISE YOUR VOICE WITH JASON REYNOLDS
Jason Reynolds, #1 New York Times bestselling children’s author, advocate, mentor, and 2020-2022 National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature. Reynolds is the recipient of a Newbery Honor, a Printz Honor, a Carnegie Medal, an NAACP Image Award, and multiple Coretta Scott King honors, Reynolds’ beloved and award-winning titles include Stamped (with Ibram X. Kendi), Stuntboy, the Track series (Ghost, Patina, Sunny, and Lu), Miles Morales.
Day/Date: Tuesday/October 9
Time: 7:00-8:00 p.m.
ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING TRIVIA
Celebrate your favorite fandom at our Zoom Trivia Night. Prizes awarded to the top three teams. In-person or phone registration only. The Zoom link will be emailed out a couple days before the program.
Day/Date: Wednesday/September 18
Time: 6:30-8:00 p.m.
VOLUNTEERING
Need hours for school? Love the library? Want a FABULOUS letter of recommendation from a librarian for your college applications? If you said “yes” to any of these questions, sign up to be a library volunteer. Help us with programs, storytime crafts, decorating and more. Ask at the Reference Desk for an application.
AUTHOR EVENT: POETRY WITH TERRY LONCARIC
Are you moved by sense of place, the beauty of nature, or reflective travel? Join Terry Loncaric for a coordinated photo exhibition and poetry reading as she celebrates the release of her latest book Poems from a Restless Traveler. Loncaric’s careers in writing, editing, and education inspire and infuse richness and depth in her poetry, which one critic described as “poignant reflections of life as experienced by a journalist, a poet, a seeker of meaning in the everyday.” Signed books will be available for purchase.
Day/Date: Tuesday/September 10
Time: 6:30-7:30 p.m.
BANNED BOOKS WEEK: PROTECTING THE FREEDOM TO READ
Book bans in libraries have been rising nationwide since 2021. Learn about the kinds of books being banned; where, why, and how the freedom to read is being challenged; and how you can continue to support the right to read in your community and beyond with librarian and author Kelly Jensen. In 2024 Jensen was recognized as one of Library Journal’s Movers & Shakers in the library field for her work promoting library rights and battling censorship.
Day/Date: Thursday/September 26
Time: 6:30-7:30 p.m.
LOCAL AUTHOR: LAURIE LAWLOR
Lawlor will share the true story behind an environmental success story in Eagle, WI., where community volunteers transformed a seven-acre garbage dump into an outdoor classroom and habitat for prairie, wetland, and woodland plants and animals. Lawlor’s nonfiction book with full color photographs, Restoring Prairie, Woods, and Pond: How a Small Trail Can Make a Big Difference, will be available for sale and signing. Complimentary native seed packets and bookmarks will be offered.
Day/Date: Thursday/October 3
Time: 6:00-7:00 p.m.
Ages: All ages
RECLAIM HER NAME PART TWO
Back by popular demand! Join Librarians Katie Bradley and Carrie Zamorano to discover the real story of even more female authors who have published under male or neutral pen names to hide their true identities.
Day/Date: Wednesday/October 16
Time: 6:30-7:30 p.m.
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AUTHOR EVENT: ALYSSA WEES
Local author, Alyssa Wees joins us to celebrate the release of her third novel, with Penguin Random House, We Shall Be Monsters. Blending elements from fairy tales and fantasy, Wees creates a spellbinding story of suspense. Read Between the Lynes will have copies of We Shall Be Monsters available for purchase and signing at the event.
Day/Date: Saturday/November 16
Time: 2:00-3:00 p.m.
MARK HUTSON: SO COSTLY A SACRIFICE
Join Woodstock author Mark Hutson as he discusses his book So Costly a Sacrifice which tells the story of the Borgstrom family who sent five sons to World War II and lost four of them. So Costly a Sacrifice was named a 2022 Indie Nonfiction Book of the Year by the Chicago Writers Association.
Day/Date: Sunday/November 17
Time: 2:00-3:00 p.m.
MCHENRY COUNTY LIBRARIESLET’S ALL READ TOGETHER
Programs held at McHenry County College Luecht Auditorium by a coalition of McHenry County public libraries. Very limited seating is available so registration with a valid Woodstock Public Library card is required for these programs.
AN AFTERNOON WITH WILLIAM KENT KRUEGER
William Kent Krueger, author of the popular Cork O’Connor mystery series will be discussing his latest books, The River We Remember and Spirit Crossing. Copies of both titles will be available for purchase and signing at the event.
Day/Date: Sunday/September 8
Time: 2:00-3:00 p.m.
Location: McHenry County College Luecht Auditorium
AN EVENING WITH ABBOTT KAHLER
Abbott Kahler, formerly writing as Karen Abbott, is the New York Times bestselling author of Sin in the Second City, The Ghosts of Eden Park; Where You End, and many other tales of true crime and intrigue. Her latest book, Eden Undone, is an incredible true story of murder, romance, and a fateful search for utopia in the Galápagos Islands. Copies of Eden Undone, Where You End, and The Ghosts of Eden Park will be available for purchase and signing at the event.
Day/Date: Thursday/November 14
Time: 7:00-8:00 p.m.
Location: McHenry County College Luecht Auditorium
FAMILY PROGRAMS
FRIDAY FUN DAY
Check in each Friday to see what fun activities are available in the Children’s Department.
Day/Date: Fridays
Time: All day
TAKE AND MAKE: FAMILY CRAFTS
Check our online calendar for specific craft information and pickup date for craft kit at the reference desk.
September- Rainbow Fish Craft October- Owl Craft November- 3 Cute Scarecrows December- A Gingerbread House
LOCAL AUTHOR LAURIE LAWLOR
Join us as we kick-off the library’s efforts to restore the surrounding landscape with native plants, with wonderful opportunity to hear award-winning author Laurie Lawlor share insights about her illustrated nonfiction picture book, Fearless World Traveler: Adventures of Marianne North, Botanical Artist.
Day/Date: Thursday/October 3
Time: 4:00-5:00 p.m.
Ages: All ages
SUGAR SKULLS FOR DIA DE LOS MUERTOS
Join us at the library to celebrate, decorate sugar skulls, and learn about the celebration of life and death, Dia de los Muertos
Day/Dates: Saturday/October 12
Time: 2:00-3:30 p.m.
Ages: All Ages
TRICK-OR-TREAT ON THE SQUARE
Look for our table in front of Stage Left with treats on the Square. Trick-orTreaters may also visit the library from 4:00-7:00 p.m. for treats at each of our service desks.
Day/Date: Thursday/October 31
Time: 4:00-5:00 p.m.
Location: Woodstock Square
MUSIC TO TRICK-ORTREAT BY: PIANO CONCERT
Join us to hear spooky favorites on the piano by local artist Anneliese Stahl.
Day/Date: Thursday/October 31
Time: 4:30-5:30 p.m.
THIRD QUADRENNIAL TINY PRESIDENTS SCAVENGER HUNT
We’ve dusted off our collection of Tiny Presidents and they are ready to go! On Election Day our tiny troop of presidents will be hidden throughout the library. Find one and win a prize!
Day/Date: Tuesday/November 5
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CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS
1,000 BOOKS BEFORE KINDERGARTEN
Encourage literacy, expand vocabulary, bond with your little ones and have fun with this nation-wide reading challenge. Those who “graduate” from the program will earn a fun bag full of goodies. Logs are available in the Children’s Department, or you can track reading online with Beanstack.
Ages: Birth-kindergarten
STORYTIME
BABIES AND BOOKS
STORYTIME
Storytimes will be offered from November 4-December 13
No storytimes the week of November 25
TODDLER
STORYTIME
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.
Day: Tuesdays
Time: 9:30-10:15 a.m.
Ages: 6-23 months
PRESCHOOL STORYTIME
Talk, read, write, play, and sing your way through learning with books, rhymes, flannel stories and activities. Then stay for a craft to help fine tune those fine motor skills.
Days: Wednesdays
Time: 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
Ages: 3-5 years
CUENTOS EN ESPAÑOL
Enjoy books, songs, activities, and rhymes chosen especially for toddlers. Then stay for a craft to help fine tune those fine motor skills.
Day: Wednesdays
Time: 9:30-10:15 a.m.
Ages: 2-3 years
SPANISH-LANGUAGE STORYTIME
Families who speak, or are learning to speak, Spanish can enjoy stories, crafts, and songs at our Spanishlanguage storytime. This program is conducted entirely in Spanish.
Days: Mondays
Time: 5:00-5:45 p.m.
Ages: 2 years and up
¡Traiga a sus niños a pasar una tarde divertida! Invitamos a las familias que hablan o están aprendiendo español a que se acerquen a la Biblioteca para escuchar el relato de interesantes historias, realizar manualidades y aprender bellas canciones. El programa se realiza enteramente en español.
Día/Hora: Los días Lunes de 5:00 a 5:45 p.m.
Edad: Mayores de 2 años
ARTISTIC EXPRESSIONS
Dress for a mess and get creative at this hands-on learning experience featuring different artists and the art styles they’re famous for.
Day/Date: Thursdays/September 12, October 10, November 14, December 12
Time: 6:00-7:00 p.m.
Ages: Grades 1-2
RESCUE READERS
Spend time at the Hooved Animal Humane Society interacting and reading with the horses. Attendees must sign safety waivers, and space is limited to children attending the program with their caregiver.
Day/Dates: Saturdays/September 21, October 12, November 2, December 7
Time: 1:00-2:00 p.m.
Ages: Grades 1-5
Location: 10804 McConnell Road.
DRAGON PARTY
Spread your wings and fly over to the library to make fun dragon themed crafts and take part in dragon games and activities.
Day/Date: Saturday/September 28
Time: 3:00-4:00 p.m.
Ages: Grades K-5
TURKEY BINGO
Families play for Thanksgiving-related prizes and pieces of the feast. Registration limited to Woodstock Public Library cardholders and their family members. In-person or phone registration only.
Day/Date: Monday/November 18
Time: 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Ages: 4 years and up
DRAW CUTE ANIMALS
Let your imagination fly and learn how to draw cute animals step-by-step.
Day/Date: Saturday/December 7
Time: 2:00-3:00 p.m.
Ages: 7-12
YOUNG ADULT PROGRAMS
BOOK FOLDING
We’ll show you how to get started creating a simple image in a book just by folding the pages. Once you learn the basics you can make other images on your own.
Day/Date: Tuesday/September 17
Time: 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Ages: Grades 6-12
FRANKEN-TOYS
IT’S ALIVE! Disassemble toys and put them back together again in strange ways, just like Dr. Frankenstein.
Day/Date: Tuesday/October 15
Time: 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Ages: Grades 6-12
FOOD PANTRY
WASHI TAPE CRAFTS
Use simple things like washi tape and popsicle sticks to create a fun bracelet or picture frame.
Day/Dates: Tuesday/November 19
Time: 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Ages: Grades 6-12
STUDY NIGHT
The end of the semester brings final projects and final tests. You have to study anyway, so why not do it with friends and classmates at the library? You bring your work, we’ll provide pizza and drinks. Have an allergy? No worries, bring food from home.
Day/Date: Tuesday/December 10
Time: 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Ages: Grades 6-12
The library’s community-supported food pantry is located in the library foyer and is available when the library is open. During the cold-weather months donated coats, hats, gloves, boots, and socks are available next to the pantry. All are welcome to take what they need to keep themselves and their family warm and fed. Donations of unexpired, non-perishable food, as well as toiletries are greatly appreciated and may be dropped off inside the library during regular library hours. Additional information about the Food Pantry is available on the library’s website in the Services section.
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HOW TO REGISTER FOR LIBRARY PROGRAMS
Programs requiring registration are indicated with a next to the program title. Online registration is available for most programs that require registration.
TO REGISTER:
1. Access the library’s website www.woodstockpubliclibrary.org.
2. Click on Calendar link at the top of the page.
3. Locate the program you wish to register for by date or by using the search feature.
4. Click on the Program and scroll down to the Registration Form.
5. Fill in the form and click Register.
Registration links ‘go live’ at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, August 28.
GETTING A LIBRARY CARD
City of Woodstock Residents and Rural Woodstock Public Library District Residents above the age of five qualify for a full-service Woodstock Library card at no cost. This card allows the cardholder to check out up to 50 items, borrow materials from other libraries, and full access to digital services. Children ages 5-14 years old must apply for the library card with their parent/guardian present. The parent/guardian will be required to present photo identification and proof of address.
APPLY FOR A LIBRARY CARD:
In person, via email, or app
In Person Application: Request a library card application at the library Front Desk, you will be asked for photo identification and proof of current address (driver’s license, state I.D., personal checks, current utility bill, bank statement, apartment lease, etc.).
Email Application: Complete the PDF email library card application on the library’s website and email the completed application and a photograph of your ID/proof of address to library@woodstockil.gov. The application will be processed by staff and the library card will be mailed to your home address.
Mobile App: PrairieCat Mobile (Capira Technologies) is our catalog app that is available via Google Play or the Apple AppStore. To apply for a library card via the app select Woodstock as your ‘home’ library and click on My Account--Library Card Signup. The app will ask for your contact information. You will need to upload a photo of your photo i.d. and proof of address. The application will be processed by staff and the library card will be mailed to your home address.
Renewing Your Woodstock Library Card: to renew your library card you can stop at the front desk with valid identification with current address or you can email a photograph of your library card and valid identification to library@woodstockil.gov.
LOCATION/PHONE/FAX
414 W. Judd St. Woodstock, IL 60098
Phone: 815-338-0542
Fax: 815-334-2296
WELCOMING STATEMENT
The Woodstock Public Library welcomes everyone regardless of their age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical abilities or socioeconomic/residential status to visit us often and to join the conversation. We are better together.
Approved by the Board of Trustees, October 15, 2023
La Biblioteca Pública de Woodstock les da la bienvenida, independientemente de su edad, raza, origen étnico, religión, identidad de género, orientación sexual, capacidades físicas o estado socioeconómico/residencial, para que nos visiten con frecuencia y se unan a la conversación. Estar juntos, nos hace mejores.
Aprobado por la junta de Síndicos, 15 de Octubre de 2023
LIBRARY HOURS
Monday to Thursday 9:00 a.m-8:00 p.m. Friday & Saturday 9:00 a.m-5:00 p.m. Sunday 1:00-5:00 p.m. (beginning September 8)
FIRST FRIDAY DELAYED OPENING:
On the first Friday of each month the library will open at noon to allow for ongoing staff training and workshops.
Dates: Fridays/September 6, October 4, November 1, December 6
• Wonder Lake State Bank (3316 Thompson Road, Wonder Lake)
LIBRARY BUILDING CLOSINGS
September 1 & 2 Labor Day
October 20 Witches & Wizards
November 27 at 5 p.m. Thanksgiving Eve
November 28 Thanksgiving Day
December 24-25 Christmas Eve & Christmas Day
December 31 New Year’s Eve
January 1 New Year’s Day
ADA COMPLIANCE
The Woodstock Public Library complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides reasonable accommodations upon request to ensure services, activities and programs are available to people with disabilities. If you have a disability and need accommodations to participate in a library event or class, please call 815-338-0542 or email us at library@ woodstockil.gov. To allow us to serve you better, please provide 72-hour notice prior to a program.
