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Teen girl writing in journal

Teen Writing Club

Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room C at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Meet up with other writers to write and discuss an array of writing styles and practices!

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: In-Person
Required
Event Details:

Meet up with other writers to write and discuss an array of writing styles and practices!

Volunteer hands in a huddle

Teen Volunteer - Haunted House Event Planning

Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY, In-Person
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY, In-Person
Required

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.

A row of people in front of computers

Microsoft Excel - Pivot Tables

Monday, October 14, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Computer Classroom 2A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Tech Classes
Age Group:
Adults, Teens
Event Details:

Pivot Tables turn large sets of Excel data into useable, easily digestible tables. Learn the basics of preparing your data, converting to a Pivot Table, and getting the most out th...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Computer Classroom 2A
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Tech Classes
Required
Event Details:

Pivot Tables turn large sets of Excel data into useable, easily digestible tables. Learn the basics of preparing your data, converting to a Pivot Table, and getting the most out the numbers.

Two teens working on laptop

Hack Club

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room C at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Tech Classes
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Work together to code games, art pieces and more!  

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

Work together to code games, art pieces and more!

 

Teens smiling looking at a tablet

Teen Library Council - Middle School

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room C at Wheaton Public Library
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School
Event Details:

Earn volunteer hours and help create book displays, programs, activities and more! 

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Teens, Middle School
Required
Event Details:

Earn volunteer hours and help create book displays, programs, activities and more! 

Teens smiling looking at a tablet

Teen Library Council - High School

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room C at Wheaton Public Library
Age Group:
Teens, High School
Event Details:

Earn volunteer hours and help create book displays, programs, activities and more! 

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Teens, High School
Required
Event Details:

Earn volunteer hours and help create book displays, programs, activities and more! 

Volunteer hands in a huddle

Teen Volunteer - Haunted House Event Planning

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY, In-Person
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY, In-Person
Required

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.

Child playing chess

Chess Club: Instruction and Open Play

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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.

Colored pencil drawing of a woman

Art Demo: Colored Pencil

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A or via Zoom at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Art, In-Person, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults, Teens
Event Details:

Artist and educator Cynthia Hellyer Heinz connects the human form, wellbeing, and its influence on the creative experience. Her intricate imagery often describes the aging process,...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A or via Zoom
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Art, In-Person, Virtual
Required
Event Details:

Artist and educator Cynthia Hellyer Heinz connects the human form, wellbeing, and its influence on the creative experience. Her intricate imagery often describes the aging process, paralleling nature’s cycles of regeneration.

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. 

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.

Person that has given blood

Versiti Blood Drive

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 1:00pm - 6:00pm
Arts & Culture Center at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Teens
Event Details:

Versiti Blood Center of Illinois will be holding a blood drive in the Arts & Culture Center on the Main Floor from 1-6 pm. Schedule your appointment by clicking here. ...

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Arts & Culture Center
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-Person
Event Details:

Versiti Blood Center of Illinois will be holding a blood drive in the Arts & Culture Center on the Main Floor from 1-6 pm.

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. 

Pokemon cards

Pokémon Club

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room C at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Grab your Pokémon deck and/or Switch and stop in to discuss all things Pokémon, battle others in the card game and enjoy some snacks!

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

Grab your Pokémon deck and/or Switch and stop in to discuss all things Pokémon, battle others in the card game and enjoy some snacks!

Volunteer hands in a huddle

Teen Volunteer - Haunted House Event Planning

Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY, In-Person
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY, In-Person
Required

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.

Rubber duck wearing glasses

Cosplay Rubber Duckies

Friday, October 25, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Create a cosplay for a rubber duck! Use the materials provided to craft the perfect cosplay based on your fandom of choice, then vote for your favorite.

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

Create a cosplay for a rubber duck! Use the materials provided to craft the perfect cosplay based on your fandom of choice, then vote for your favorite.

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.

A row of people in front of computers

Microsoft Word - Introduction

Monday, October 28, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Computer Classroom 2A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Tech Classes
Age Group:
Adults, Teens
Event Details:

Learn how to navigate Word and use it to create, edit, save, and print basic documents. This class is designed for those who have little to no experience with Word.

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Computer Classroom 2A
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Tech Classes
Required
Event Details:

Learn how to navigate Word and use it to create, edit, save, and print basic documents. This class is designed for those who have little to no experience with Word.

Cloaked figure in abandoned house

Paranormal Investigation

Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A or via Zoom at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
History, In-Person, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults, Teens
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. Informatio...

Event Details:

With a combined 30 years of experience, Quantum Paranormal Investigators will explain the basics, including equipment and the dos and don’ts of appropriate paranormal investigation...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A or via Zoom
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: History, In-Person, Virtual
Required
Event Details:

With a combined 30 years of experience, Quantum Paranormal Investigators will explain the basics, including equipment and the dos and don’ts of appropriate paranormal investigation.

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)

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. 

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.

A row of people in front of computers

Microsoft Word - Intermediate

Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Computer Classroom 2A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Tech Classes
Age Group:
Adults, Teens
Event Details:

Learn how to make documents more visually appealing by adding color, graphics, WordArt, bullet points, columns, tables, and more.

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Computer Classroom 2A
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Tech Classes
Required
Event Details:

Learn how to make documents more visually appealing by adding color, graphics, WordArt, bullet points, columns, tables, and more.

Teen girl writing in journal

Teen Writing Club

Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room C at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Meet up with other writers to write and discuss an array of writing styles and practices!

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: In-Person
Required
Event Details:

Meet up with other writers to write and discuss an array of writing styles and practices!

Teen playing chess

Gaming Guild

Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room C at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Join us in celebrating international games month and play board games, chess, mafia and card games!

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

Join us in celebrating international games month and play board games, chess, mafia and card games!

A row of people in front of computers

Mail Merge

Monday, November 11, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Computer Classroom 2A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Tech Classes
Age Group:
Adults, Teens
Event Details:

Learn how to use Word to generate form letters, envelopes, and mailing labels from an Excel spreadsheet.  

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Computer Classroom 2A
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Tech Classes
Required
Event Details:

Learn how to use Word to generate form letters, envelopes, and mailing labels from an Excel spreadsheet.

 

Neon sign saying "DIY Neon Sign"

DIY Neon Sign

Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room C at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Create your own neon light sign!

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Event Details:

Create your own neon light sign!

abstract wood art

Art Demo: Wood Art

Monday, November 18, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A or via Zoom at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Art, In-Person, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults, Teens
Event Details:

Fascinated with wood’s grain, texture and density, artist Jill Stevens creates 2D relief sculptures with wood, revealing its beauty. She’ll demonstrate her process, tools and ...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A or via Zoom
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Art, In-Person, Virtual
Required
Event Details:

Fascinated with wood’s grain, texture and density, artist Jill Stevens creates 2D relief sculptures with wood, revealing its beauty. She’ll demonstrate her process, tools and techniques to create colorful works.

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. 

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.

Two teens working on laptop

Hack Club

Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room C at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Tech Classes
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Work together to code games, art pieces and more!  

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

Work together to code games, art pieces and more!

 

Teens smiling looking at a tablet

Teen Library Council - Middle School

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room C at Wheaton Public Library
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School
Event Details:

Earn volunteer hours and help create book displays, programs, activities and more! 

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Teens, Middle School
Required
Event Details:

Earn volunteer hours and help create book displays, programs, activities and more! 

Teens smiling looking at a tablet

Teen Library Council - High School

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room C at Wheaton Public Library
Age Group:
Teens, High School
Event Details:

Earn volunteer hours and help create book displays, programs, activities and more! 

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Teens, High School
Required
Event Details:

Earn volunteer hours and help create book displays, programs, activities and more!