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The Color Purple movie cover

Movie: The Color Purple

Friday, June 7, 2024 at 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Musical adaptation of Alice Walker's novel about the life-long struggles of an African American woman living in the south during the early 1900s who finds strength and hope in the ...

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

Musical adaptation of Alice Walker's novel about the life-long struggles of an African American woman living in the south during the early 1900s who finds strength and hope in the unbreakable bonds of sisterhood.

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

English Conversation Group

Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
ESL, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults
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 al...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ESL, Virtual
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!

Child making a hear with painted hands

Student Craft Sale

Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Arts & Culture Center at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Business, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Teens, Middle School, Youth, Families, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades K-8 Calling crafters and makers! Participate in our Student Craft Sale for the chance to sell your handmade creations in our library marketplace.  For more inform...

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Arts & Culture Center
Age Group: Adults, Teens, Middle School, Youth, Families, Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Business, In-Person
Event Details:

Grades K-8

Calling crafters and makers! Participate in our Student Craft Sale for the chance to sell your handmade creations in our library marketplace. 

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. 

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.

Handful of crocheted hearts

Needles in the Bookstacks

Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Main Floor at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Clubs, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults
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...

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.

ASL Storytime with The Language Labs

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

Ages 2-7 The Language Labs is here for an ASL storytime with stories, ASL basics, and a craft! Registration required.

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Families, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Event Details:

Ages 2-7

The Language Labs is here for an ASL storytime with stories, ASL basics, and a craft!

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. 

Children & Caregivers

This program is intended for children and caregivers to participate together; drop offs are not allowed.

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.

Digital image of human brain with circuitry

Artificial Intelligence: Perils and Promise

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Tech Classes
Age Group:
Adults, Teens
Event Details:

Join us for an introduction to Artificial Intelligence and text generation tools like ChatGPT. Two College of DuPage English Professors will provide an overview of large langu...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: In-Person, Tech Classes
Required
Event Details:

Join us for an introduction to Artificial Intelligence and text generation tools like ChatGPT. Two College of DuPage English Professors will provide an overview of large language models, how they populate with data, and how gener

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. 

Glow Stick Dance Party

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

Children and their families Come move and groove at our Glow Stick Dance Party. We'll provide the music and glow sticks. You bring the awesome dance moves! Drop-in; no regist...

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: In-Person
Event Details:

Children and their families

Come move and groove at our Glow Stick Dance Party. We'll provide the music and glow sticks. You bring the awesome dance moves!

Drop-in; 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. 

Children & Caregivers

This program is intended for children and caregivers to participate together; drop offs are not allowed.

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.

Fiction Book Club

Fiction Book Discussion

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults
Pick up copies of the book:

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

Event Details:

Join us for an in-person discussion of Cold Comfort Farm by Stella Gibbons in Meeting Room 2B.

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

Join us for an in-person discussion of Cold Comfort Farm by Stella Gibbons 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. 

Girl and teacher sewing

Sew with Me Studio 11am

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Classes
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades 3-6 with caregiver (required) Grab your grownup and try out the library's sewing machines. We'll have a variety of material for you to use and your creations are yours to...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Families, Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes
Required
Event Details:

Grades 3-6 with caregiver (required)

Grab your grownup and try out the library's sewing machines. We'll have a variety of material for you to use and your creations are yours to take home.

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. 

Children & Caregivers

This program is intended for children and caregivers to participate together; drop offs are not allowed.

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.

Girl and teacher sewing

Sew with Me Studio 12pm

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 12:00pm - 12:45pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Classes
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades 3-6 with caregiver (required) Grab your grownup and try out the library's sewing machines. We'll have a variety of material for you to use and your creations are yours to...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Families, Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes
Required
Event Details:

Grades 3-6 with caregiver (required)

Grab your grownup and try out the library's sewing machines. We'll have a variety of material for you to use and your creations are yours to take home.

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. 

Children & Caregivers

This program is intended for children and caregivers to participate together; drop offs are not allowed.

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.

Girl and teacher sewing

Sew with Me Studio 2pm

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Classes
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades 3-6 with caregiver (required) Grab your grownup and try out the library's sewing machines. We'll have a variety of material for you to use and your creations are yours to...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Families, Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes
Required
Event Details:

Grades 3-6 with caregiver (required)

Grab your grownup and try out the library's sewing machines. We'll have a variety of material for you to use and your creations are yours to take home.

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. 

Children & Caregivers

This program is intended for children and caregivers to participate together; drop offs are not allowed.

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.

Nature Walk

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:30am
West Plaza at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Nature
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

Children and families Enjoy some nature with us this summer. Join us on the library's West Plaza for a walk around Adams Park paired with an activity for all ages. While our out...

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: West Plaza
Age Group: Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Gardening & Nature
Event Details:

Children and families

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. 

Children & Caregivers

This program is intended for children and caregivers to participate together; drop offs are not allowed.

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.

Woman doing pelvic floor strengthening exercise

Pelvic Power: Strengthen Your Core

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Learn how strong pelvic floor muscles reduce falls, improve bladder and bowel control, and support overall health and well-being. In this interactive workshop, experts from FYZICAL...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-Person
Required
Event Details:

Learn how strong pelvic floor muscles reduce falls, improve bladder and bowel control, and support overall health and well-being.

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. 

Little Builders

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Event Details:

Geared for ages 5 and under with caregivers Join us for a morning of building. Use the library's special blocks to build with friends while working on our fine motor skills! ...

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Event Details:

Geared for ages 5 and under with caregivers

Join us for a morning of building. Use the library's special blocks to build with friends while working on our fine motor skills!

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. 

Children & Caregivers

This program is intended for children and caregivers to participate together; drop offs are not allowed.

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.

Hack Star

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 10:00am - 6:00pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Register here Join us for a hackathon to work on coding and launch a weather balloon! We’re partnering with Hack Club to present our first hackathon. We will have several com...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: STEM
Required
Event Details:

Register here

Join us for a hackathon to work on coding and launch a weather balloon! We’re partnering with Hack Club to present our first hackathon.

Girl building something with wheels

Lego Free Build

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

Children with caregivers Let's do Lego! Use the library's Lego collection to build whatever you'd like! We'll have some building prompts and activities but let your imagination ...

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

Children with caregivers

Let's do Lego! Use the library's Lego collection to build whatever you'd like! We'll have some building prompts and activities but let your imagination be your guide.

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. 

Children & Caregivers

This program is intended for children and caregivers to participate together; drop offs are not allowed.

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.

Mother and son reading Mother's Day card

DIY Father's Day Cards

All Day
Youth Services at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

Stop by the Youth Services Department to make a card for someone special!

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Youth Services
Age Group: Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Stop by the Youth Services Department to make a card for someone special!

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. 

Children & Caregivers

This program is intended for children and caregivers to participate together; drop offs are not allowed.

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.

Boy playing with blocks

Toddler Playdate

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Babies
Event Details:

2-3 years old with caregivers Here's a chance for toddlers and their grown-ups to hang out and get to know each other. We'll have some toys and books available to use while you ...

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Families, Babies
Event Details:

2-3 years old with caregivers

Here's a chance for toddlers and their grown-ups to hang out and get to know each other. We'll have some toys and books available to use while you meet other families in the area.

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. 

Children & Caregivers

This program is intended for children and caregivers to participate together; drop offs are not allowed.

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.

Super Mario movie

Movie Under the Stars: The Super Mario Bros. Movie

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 8:00pm - 10:00pm
West Plaza at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Movie
Age Group:
Adults, Teens, Middle School, High School, Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, All Ages
Event Details:

Bring your lawn chairs and blankets to the West Plaza for a showing of The Super Mario Bros. Movie under the stars!  Space is limited and available on a first-come/fir...

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: West Plaza
Age Group: Adults, Teens, Middle School, High School, Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, All Ages
Program Type: In-Person, Movie
Event Details:

Bring your lawn chairs and blankets to the West Plaza for a showing of The Super Mario Bros. Movie under the stars! 

Disclaimer(s)

Children & Caregivers

This program is intended for children and caregivers to participate together; drop offs are not allowed.

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.

English Conversation Group

English Conversation Group

Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
ESL, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults
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 al...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ESL, Virtual
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!

Handful of crocheted hearts

Needles in the Bookstacks

Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Arts & Culture Center at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Clubs, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults
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...

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.

Mark Anderson Cartooning: Summer Games

Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Art, Classes
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades K-5 It's a Mark Anderson cartooning class! Oh sure, you’re probably familiar with the popular sports that athletes will compete in this year. But have you heard of the 40...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Art, Classes
Required
Event Details:

Grades K-5

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. 

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.

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All Day
Wheaton Public Library

The Library is Closed. 

Closing
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Description:

The Library is Closed. 

Chess Club: Instruction and Open Play

Monday, June 17, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Classes, Games
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades 1-8 Let's play chess! Join instructors from Elite Chess to learn more about the game and then have a chance to play with some other students. No registration required....

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Classes, Games
Event Details:

Grades 1-8

Let's play chess! Join instructors from Elite Chess to learn more about the game and then have a chance to play with some other students.

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. 

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.