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Art Demo: Travel Sketch Journaling

Monday, September 16, 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:

Wes Douglas will show tips, tools, and examples of how he captures travel memories. Learn how to prepare and pack, plan out your page, mix photos with sketches, and adopt an explor...

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:

Wes Douglas will show tips, tools, and examples of how he captures travel memories. Learn how to prepare and pack, plan out your page, mix photos with sketches, and adopt an explorer's mindset.

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.

Woman looking out the window

Cover Letter Class

Tuesday, September 17, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Business, Classes, In-Person, Jobs & Careers
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Through practical exercises and personalized feedback, attendees will gain confidence in writing persuasive cover letters that stand out to potential employers. Whether you're a se...

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

Through practical exercises and personalized feedback, attendees will gain confidence in writing persuasive cover letters that stand out to potential employers.

Board game pieces

ACES: Board Games

Tuesday, September 17, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Games, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Combat boredom with board games! Reach Out and Play is an initiative sponsored by AARP to help build meaningful social connections. Play WPL’s games and/or bring yours to share.&nb...

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

Combat boredom with board games! Reach Out and Play is an initiative sponsored by AARP to help build meaningful social connections. Play WPL’s games and/or bring yours to share. 

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. 

Paper sumac branch in fall colors

DIY: Paper Fall Foliage

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Learn how to make paper leaves and then form them into a branch to create a lasting fall decoration for your home. All supplies are included. Please note that this event is desi...

Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Required
Event Details:

Learn how to make paper leaves and then form them into a branch to create a lasting fall decoration for your home. All supplies are included.

Please note that this event is designed for adults only.

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. 

Support group

Support Group: Parents of Children with Autism

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Parents of children of all ages with Autism are welcome to join an open and supportive environment to share experiences, challenges, achievements, and resources. Facilitated by and...

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: In-Person
Event Details:

Parents of children of all ages with Autism are welcome to join an open and supportive environment to share experiences, challenges, achievements, and resources. Facilitated by and in partnership with staff of North Shore Pediatric Therapy.

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Literacy DuPage Info Table

Monday, September 23, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Arts & Culture Center at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Literacy DuPage trains volunteers to teach basic—but life-changing— communication skills to adults who speak little to no English. A representative will be available in the Arts &a...

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

Literacy DuPage trains volunteers to teach basic—but life-changing— communication skills to adults who speak little to no English.

historical framed portraits of Henry VIII and his 6 wives

Living History: 6 Wives of Henry VIII

Monday, September 23, 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
Event Details:

Queen, lover, mother, outcast, victim, survivor -- Martina Mathisen of Edu-tainment Living History artfully interweaves tales of power, personality, and politics. We will discover ...

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

Queen, lover, mother, outcast, victim, survivor -- Martina Mathisen of Edu-tainment Living History artfully interweaves tales of power, personality, and politics.

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.

Older adults looking at bills and laptop

ACES: Medicare 101

Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Financial, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

David Wylly of the Medicare Solutions Network explains what Medicare covers, what it doesn't, and your potential out-of-pocket exposure. He will also discuss Supplements, Advantage...

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

David Wylly of the Medicare Solutions Network explains what Medicare covers, what it doesn't, and your potential out-of-pocket exposure.

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. 

Woman looking out the window

Data Axle Reference Solutions for the Job Search

Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Jobs & Careers
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Data Axle Reference Solutions representative will be available to help job seekers navigate this database and to answer questions. Coffee and treats provided by Data Axle Reference...

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

Data Axle Reference Solutions representative will be available to help job seekers navigate this database and to answer questions. Coffee and treats provided by Data Axle Reference Solutions.

Woman looking out the window

Data Axle Reference Solutions for Business Owners

Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Business, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Data Axle Reference Solutions representative will be available to teach business owners how to use this free database (provided by the Wheaton Public Library) and to answer questio...

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

Data Axle Reference Solutions representative will be available to teach business owners how to use this free database (provided by the Wheaton Public Library) and to answer questions. Lunch will be provided by Data Axle Reference Solutions.

Accidental Texan movie cover

Movie: Accidental Texan

Friday, September 27, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Stranded in Texas, a hapless actor meets a nearly bankrupt oil driller. Desperate, they set off on a wild adventure to outwit the police, the bank, and the corrupt oil company. ...

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

Stranded in Texas, a hapless actor meets a nearly bankrupt oil driller. Desperate, they set off on a wild adventure to outwit the police, the bank, and the corrupt oil company.

(Drama, 2024) 1 hr 44 min

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. 

Our Migrant Souls book cover

Nonfiction Book Discussion

Monday, September 30, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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 this engaging discussion of Our Migrant Souls: A Meditation on Race and the Meanings and Myths of “Latino” by Héctor Tobar. Taking on the impacts of c...

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 this engaging discussion of Our Migrant Souls: A Meditation on Race and the Meanings and Myths of “Latino” by Héctor Tobar.

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. 

Woman holding shoulder

ACES: Shoulder Pain Relief

Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Treat and prevent shoulder pain without harmful medications, damaging injections and unnecessary surgery. Sanjoy Roy, PT, of Albatross Physical Therapy & Wellness will discuss ...

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

Treat and prevent shoulder pain without harmful medications, damaging injections and unnecessary surgery.

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. 

Fiction Book Club

Fiction Book Discussion

Thursday, October 3, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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 a fiction title 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 a fiction title 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. 

fabric pumpkins

DIY: Velvet Pumpkin

Monday, October 7, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Make your own fabric stuffed pumpkin with simple hand stitching. This stylish decoration will add fall flair to your home or make a great gift. All supplies are included. Please...

Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Required
Event Details:

Make your own fabric stuffed pumpkin with simple hand stitching. This stylish decoration will add fall flair to your home or make a great gift. 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. 

Fiction Book Club

Fiction Book Discussion

Tuesday, October 8, 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 a fiction title 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 a fiction title 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. 

Pumpkin, apples, grapes and flowers

Cooking: Flavors of Fall

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A or via Zoom at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Food, In-Person, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

It’s chilly outside but warm and cozy in the kitchen with aromas of apples, pumpkins, cinnamon, and vanilla. Chef Susan Maddox teaches both savory and sweet recipes to complet...

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

It’s chilly outside but warm and cozy in the kitchen with aromas of apples, pumpkins, cinnamon, and vanilla. Chef Susan Maddox teaches both savory and sweet recipes to complete a meal using the fall fruit and vegetable

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.

actors Laurence Olivier and Joan Fontaine in Hitchcock movie

Movie: Rebecca

Friday, October 11, 2024 at 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Alfred Hitchcock directed this Oscar-winning tale of a young woman who marries a fascinating widower only to find out that she must live in the shadow of his former wife who died m...

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

Alfred Hitchcock directed this Oscar-winning tale of a young woman who marries a fascinating widower only to find out that she must live in the shadow of his former wife who died mysteriously.

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. 

Actor portraying Abraham Lincoln

Honest Abe Lincoln: Campaigns and Elections

Tuesday, October 15, 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, All Ages
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:

Mr. Lincoln, portrayed by Kevin Wood, describes his many interesting campaign and election experiences over a long and eventful career, during a time of political intrigue and...

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

Mr. Lincoln, portrayed by Kevin Wood, describes his many interesting campaign and election experiences over a long and eventful career, during a time of political intrigue and tumult when the very destiny of our nation was at stake.

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. 

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.

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.

Support group

Support Group: Parents of Children with Autism

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Parents of children of all ages with Autism are welcome to join an open and supportive environment to share experiences, challenges, achievements, and resources. Facilitated by and...

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: In-Person
Event Details:

Parents of children of all ages with Autism are welcome to join an open and supportive environment to share experiences, challenges, achievements, and resources. Facilitated by and in partnership with staff of North Shore Pediatric Therapy.

Adults playing BINGO

ACES: BINGO & Trivia

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Games, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for an afternoon of fun games, companionship, friendly competition, and small prizes. Along with a few rounds of BINGO, we'll test our wits with some trivia! ACES s...

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

Join us for an afternoon of fun games, companionship, friendly competition, and small prizes. Along with a few rounds of BINGO, we'll test our wits with some trivia!

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. 

colored pencil drawing of nature

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.

Cemetery gravestones

Cemeteries of Wheaton

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
History, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Survey the cemeteries and funerary grounds of Wheaton with local historians, Brian & Joyce Ostberg, creators of the YouTube channel, BeHistoric. We’ll dig into their locations,...

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

Survey the cemeteries and funerary grounds of Wheaton with local historians, Brian & Joyce Ostberg, creators of the YouTube channel, BeHistoric. We’ll dig into their locations, origins, usage, and noteworthy memorials.

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. 

Comedians and monsters in classic movie

Movie: Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein

Friday, October 25, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Enjoy classic howls with the inimitable comic duo when their antics lead them to encounter the Wolf Man, Dracula, and Frankenstein. (Comedy, 1948) 1 hr 23 min  No regist...

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

Enjoy classic howls with the inimitable comic duo when their antics lead them to encounter the Wolf Man, Dracula, and Frankenstein.

(Comedy, 1948) 1 hr 23 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.