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English Conversation Group

10:00am - 11:00am
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ESL, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

Wheaton Library and Literacy DuPage host an English Conversation Group every Saturday morning. Practice your English and learn new phrases in a friendly environment! Everyone is always welcome!

Needles in the Bookstacks

10:00am - 1:00pm
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Main Floor
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, In-Person
Event Details:

Drop-in the Arts & Culture Center on the Main Floor of the library every Saturday with your knitting, cross stitch, or crochet project and join our group! Make progress on your project and share techniques.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events.

Free Comic Book Day

10:00am - 2:00pm
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Arts & Culture Center
Age Group: Adults, Teens, Youth, All Ages
Program Type: Games, In-Person
Event Details:

Join us in the Arts and Culture Center and geek out with some free comics and a trivia contest.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events.

Genealogy Assistance - DAR

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Genealogy Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy
Event Details:

A representative from the Perrin-Wheaton chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution is available in the Genealogy area to answer questions.

DIY: Gratitude Art Journaling

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Honor Mental Health Awareness Month by exploring gratitude. Using a variety of art supplies, we’ll create a few pages, responding to prompts. You’ll be inspired to continue this practice! All supplies are included.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. 

Writers Group

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Clubs, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

The WPL Writers Group will feature an in-person meeting this quarter!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. 

Interview IQ Builder

12:00pm - 1:30pm
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: In-Person, Jobs & Careers
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enhance your interview skills through realistic simulations, personalized feedback, and strategic insights, ensuring you approach every opportunity with confidence and expertise.

In partnership with People's Resource Center.

NAMI Info Table

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Arts & Culture Center
Age Group: Adults, Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: In-Person
Event Details:

Stop by the main floor to meet with a representative from NAMI DuPage to ask questions regarding mental health and to learn about resources that NAMI offers.

Mussel Up: Aquatic Species Recovery

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gardening & Nature, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discover how the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County is working to clean waterways and improve water quality with native mussels, including some endangered species.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. 

Social Hour: Online Community Overview

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes, Tech Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

The world of social media can be overwhelming, but we can help! You'll receive a basic introduction to Facebook, Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), and SnapChat in this lecture class. 

 

ACES: Social Security 101

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Financial, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to optimize your Social Security benefits with Stacy Bromann of The Dala Group. Alternative filing strategies often provide higher monthly lifetime benefits than the standard options chosen.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. 

Using Your Android Phone - part 1

9:30am - 11:00am
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Computer Classroom 2A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes, Tech Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Welcome to the world of Android phones!  Covers basic navigation, making calls, and sending text messages.

 

LinkedIn Learning: Empowering Your Business

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business, In-Person, Jobs & Careers
Registration Required
Event Details:

Explore how utilizing this vast database of courses can fuel innovation, enhance skill development, and drive business success.

Home History Research Help

6:00pm - 9:00pm
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Genealogy Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy, History, In-Person
Event Details:

Interested in learning more about your historic property? Ever wonder how old your house is? Who lived there in the past? What it looked like originally?

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. 

Friends Annual Meeting & Concert

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Concert, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join your friends, and make some new ones, at the annual Friends of WPL Meeting! After a brief business meeting, singer Rick Pickren will perform pop hits of the 60s! All are welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events.

Movie: My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3

1:30pm - 3:30pm
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: In-Person, Movie
Event Details:

After the death of the family's patriarch, Toula attempts to locate her father's childhood friends in Greece for a family reunion.

(Comedy, 2023) 1 hr 31 min

No registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. 

English Conversation Group

10:00am - 11:00am
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ESL, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

Wheaton Library and Literacy DuPage host an English Conversation Group every Saturday morning. Practice your English and learn new phrases in a friendly environment! Everyone is always welcome!

Needles in the Bookstacks

10:00am - 1:00pm
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Arts & Culture Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, In-Person
Event Details:

Drop-in the Arts & Culture Center on the Main Floor of the library every Saturday with your knitting, cross stitch, or crochet project and join our group! Make progress on your project and share techniques.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events.

Home History Research Help

6:00pm - 9:00pm
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Genealogy Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy, History, In-Person
Event Details:

Interested in learning more about your historic property? Ever wonder how old your house is? Who lived there in the past? What it looked like originally?

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. 

Finesse your Phone: Android

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Computer Classroom 2A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes, Tech Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ready to really get to know your Android phone? We’ll focus on safety features, customization options, and accessories. Bring your Android and your questions!

 

 

Living Room Conversation: Environment and Pollution

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Community Discussion, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

We all want to live in a healthy environment, yet make compromises to enjoy the benefits of modern society.  Let’s discuss how our choices impact individuals, businesses, and communities.

Zoom Webinars and Meetings

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email and reminders containing information about joining the Zoom program. If you need assistance, please email us.

Information about joining the Zoom webinar or meeting

Disclaimer(s)

Virtual Program Conduct Policy

The library's patron conduct policy applies to virtual library programs. Library staff has the right to remove participants from virtual programs who are in violation of the patron conduct policy.

Fiction Book Discussion

10:00am - 11:00am
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for an in-person discussion of The School for Good Mothers by Jessamine Chan in Meeting Room 2B.

Pick up copies of the book

Copies of the book are available at the library.  Please ask at the Welcome Desk or Curbside Pickup.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. 

Chair Yoga

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

Experience the physical and mental benefits of yoga without getting on the floor or standing on your head!

Zoom Webinars and Meetings

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email and reminders containing information about joining the Zoom program. If you need assistance, please email us.

Information about joining the Zoom webinar or meeting

Disclaimer(s)

Virtual Program Conduct Policy

The library's patron conduct policy applies to virtual library programs. Library staff has the right to remove participants from virtual programs who are in violation of the patron conduct policy.

Cutting the Cable Cord

9:30am - 11:00am
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes, Tech Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

It seems that there are more choices than ever when it comes to the best way to watch your favorite shows. This lecture class covers an overview of streaming services, devices, and cost-cutting strategies.