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landscape painting by artist Christopher Hughes

Art Demo: Alla Prima Acrylics

Monday, April 21, 2025 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

Christopher Hughes will demonstrate how to capture the essence of a subject with spontaneity without being reckless.

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...

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

Christopher Hughes will demonstrate how to capture the essence of a subject with spontaneity without being reckless.

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

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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.

Man looking nervous during interview

Interview Anxiety

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Jobs & Careers
Age Group:
Adults

Through guided exercises to help build confidence, and manage stress, attendees will gain the skills needed to present their best selves in an interview with less stress. In partnership with People’s Resource Center.

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

Through guided exercises to help build confidence, and manage stress, attendees will gain the skills needed to present their best selves in an interview with less stress. In partnership with People’s Resource Center.

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Teen Writing Club

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School

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

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Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2B
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

Person that has given blood

Versiti Blood Drive

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 1:00pm - 5:30pm
Arts & Culture Center at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Teens

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

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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. 

3D Printer

3D Print Club

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Computer Classroom 2A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Clubs, In-Person, STEM
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School

Learn to use Tinkercad, a 3D design program, and create 3D printed art. 

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Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Computer Classroom 2A
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Clubs, In-Person, STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn to use Tinkercad, a 3D design program, and create 3D printed art. 

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Willowbrook Wildlife Center Re-Opening

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Nature, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults

Get a behind-the-scenes look at the new 27,000-square-foot wildlife rehabilitation clinic and visitor center.

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

Get a behind-the-scenes look at the new 27,000-square-foot wildlife rehabilitation clinic and visitor center.

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. 

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CEJA Workforce Programs Info Table

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Arts & Culture Center at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Jobs & Careers
Age Group:
Adults

A representative from Goodwill Metropolitan Chicago will have information and answer questions about career opportunities through new workforce programs funded under the Illinois Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA). 

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

A representative from Goodwill Metropolitan Chicago will have information and answer questions about career opportunities through new workforce programs funded under the Illinois Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA). 

Two actresses portraying young witches of Oz

Movie: Wicked

Friday, April 25, 2025 at 1:30pm - 4:15pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Movie
Age Group:
Adults

In this backstory of the witches of Oz, Elphaba, a young woman misunderstood due to her green skin and untamed powers, becomes friends with popular, privileged Glinda.

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

In this backstory of the witches of Oz, Elphaba, a young woman misunderstood due to her green skin and untamed powers, becomes friends with popular, privileged Glinda.

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. 

Handful of crocheted hearts

Needles in the Bookstacks

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Main Floor at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Clubs, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults

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.

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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.

Shelby Van Pelt CREDIT Karen Forsythe

Author Visit: Shelby Van Pelt

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
2nd Floor at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Teens

This event is at capacity with a waitlist. 

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Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

This event is at capacity with a waitlist. 

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.

Local Author Fest

Local Author Fest

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Arts & Culture Center at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Teens, Middle School, High School, Youth, Families

Celebrate your local authors at our 4th Annual Local Author Fest! Visit local author tables on the library's main floor from 1-4pm.

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

Celebrate your local authors at our 4th Annual Local Author Fest! Visit local author tables on the library's main floor from 1-4pm.

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.

alloy

Concert: Alloy Horn Quartet

Sunday, April 27, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Concert, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages

The Alloy Horn Quartet is a unique quartet of French horns that performs both classical and contemporary genres and enjoys sharing their passion for music through exceptional performance and charisma

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

The Alloy Horn Quartet is a unique quartet of French horns that performs both classical and contemporary genres and enjoys sharing their passion for music through exceptional performance and charisma

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.

Adults playing BINGO

ACES: BINGO & Trivia

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Games, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults

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!

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

Anime drawn teen girl walking at night in a forest

Anime and Manga Club

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room C at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Clubs, In-Person, Movie
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School

Come to the library and watch some anime with fellow anime and manga lovers! Make crafts, color, and eat some library-provided snacks while you chat with new friends. (Cosplays not required, but are welcome!)

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

Come to the library and watch some anime with fellow anime and manga lovers! Make crafts, color, and eat some library-provided snacks while you chat with new friends. (Cosplays not required, but 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.

painting of 3 women in historical fashions

History of Fashion in Art

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Art, History, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults

Art expert Denise Laurin reveals fashion history documented in art, and how fashion and art intertwine today.

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

Art expert Denise Laurin reveals fashion history documented in art, and how fashion and art intertwine today.

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, May 1, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for an in-person discussion of The Dictionary of Lost Words by Pip Williams 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.

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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 Dictionary of Lost Words by Pip Williams 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. 

Come Write In!

Friday, May 2, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School

Come “write” in to Meeting Room A to work on your current writing project, chat with other teen writers, and get feedback on your work! 

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

Come “write” in to Meeting Room A to work on your current writing project, chat with other teen writers, and get feedback on your work! 

Handful of crocheted hearts

Needles in the Bookstacks

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Clubs, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults

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.

View Details
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
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 logo

Free Comic Book Day

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Arts & Culture Center at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Teens, Youth, All Ages

Geek out for Free Comic Book Day with some free comics and trivia!

 

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Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Arts & Culture Center
Age Group: Adults, Teens, Youth, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Event Details:

Geek out for Free Comic Book Day with some free comics and trivia!

 

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.

framed photo mat covered in fabric and craft supplies

DIY: Fabric Photo Mats

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults

Turn a small cut of fabric into a beautiful custom mat for framing artwork, a quote or photo. This easy method of adhering fabric to pre-cut photo mats creates a one-of-a-kind framing that only looks expensive.

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

Turn a small cut of fabric into a beautiful custom mat for framing artwork, a quote or photo. This easy method of adhering fabric to pre-cut photo mats creates a one-of-a-kind framing that only looks expensive.

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. 

People sitting in a library

Writers Group

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Clubs, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults

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

Registration Open
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Registration Required
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. 

Woman getting computer assistance during class

Are you LinkedIn?

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Business, In-Person, Jobs & Careers
Age Group:
Adults

Learning how to maximize LinkedIn's potential for your business or job search can be a daunting process. Bring your laptop or phone to this interactive class and learn how to get the most out of your LinkedIn profile.

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

Learning how to maximize LinkedIn's potential for your business or job search can be a daunting process. Bring your laptop or phone to this interactive class and learn how to get the most out of your LinkedIn profile.

Older adults looking at laptop

ACES: Financial Intelligence

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Financial, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults

Learn the nuances of retirement investments, accumulation, and distribution planning.

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

Learn the nuances of retirement investments, accumulation, and distribution planning.

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

Web Design and Landing Page for Your Business

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Business, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults

Learn key design principles and strategies to guide visitors toward action, ways to avoid distractions, and tools to track website activity and set up a measurable conversion funnel. In partnership with Wheaton Chamber of Commerce.

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

Learn key design principles and strategies to guide visitors toward action, ways to avoid distractions, and tools to track website activity and set up a measurable conversion funnel. In partnership with Wheaton Chamber of Commerce.