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Bounce, Clap, Stomp: 10am

Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Event Details:

Geared for birth-preschool with caregivers Youth Services Staff will share some of their favorite lap bounces, finger plays, action songs, and more! Get ready to move and have f...

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

Geared for birth-preschool with caregivers

Youth Services Staff will share some of their favorite lap bounces, finger plays, action songs, and more! Get ready to move and have fun!

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.

Children smiling and listening

Bounce, Clap, Stomp: 11am

Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Event Details:

Geared for birth-preschool with caregivers Youth Services Staff will share some of their favorite lap bounces, finger plays, action songs, and more! Get ready to move and have f...

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

Geared for birth-preschool with caregivers

Youth Services Staff will share some of their favorite lap bounces, finger plays, action songs, and more! Get ready to move and have fun!

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.

Children smiling and listening

Bounce, Clap, Stomp: 2:30pm

Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Event Details:

Geared for birth-preschool with caregivers Youth Services Staff will share some of their favorite lap bounces, finger plays, action songs, and more! Get ready to move and have f...

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

Geared for birth-preschool with caregivers

Youth Services Staff will share some of their favorite lap bounces, finger plays, action songs, and more! Get ready to move and have fun!

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.

English Conversation Group

English Conversation Group

Saturday, November 16, 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.

String in fall leaves

Needles in the Bookstacks

Saturday, November 16, 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.

Young boy drawing

Mark Anderson Cartooning: Turkey Toons and Funny Foods

Saturday, November 16, 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 A funny feast just in time for Thanksgiving! Students will draw their favorite foods in hilarious situations! Turkey-zilla! Stuffed stuffing! And mashed potatoes.....

Waitlist
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

A funny feast just in time for Thanksgiving!

Students will draw their favorite foods in hilarious situations! Turkey-zilla! Stuffed stuffing! And mashed potatoes... IN SPAAAACE!

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.

Old photos and documents

Genealogy Assistance - DAR

Monday, November 18, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Genealogy Center at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

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

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Genealogy Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy
Event Details:

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

Girl building something with wheels

Lego Free Build

Monday, November 18, 2024 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
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.

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.

Chairs along a long table

Library Board Meeting

Monday, November 18, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Board Room at Wheaton Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Library Board Meeting:

The Library Board of Trustees of the Wheaton Public Library hold regular monthly Board meetings on the third Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. The public is welcome.

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults

Library Board Meeting

The Library Board of Trustees of the Wheaton Public Library hold regular monthly Board meetings on the third Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. The public is welcome.

Kid playing with robot

Bee Bots: Preschool: 10am

Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool
Event Details:

Ages 3-5 with caregiver You're in control with our Bee Bots. With the push of a few buttons, program our Bee Bots and help them navigate through challenges while learning some b...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Preschool
Program Type: STEM
Required
Event Details:

Ages 3-5 with caregiver

You're in control with our Bee Bots. With the push of a few buttons, program our Bee Bots and help them navigate through challenges while learning some basic programming!

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.

Board game pieces

ACES: Board Games

Tuesday, November 19, 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. ...

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. 

Child playing with robot

Bee Bots: Preschool: 2:30pm

Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool
Event Details:

Ages 3-5 with caregiver You're in control with our Bee Bots. With the push of a few buttons, program our Bee Bots and help them navigate through challenges while learning some b...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Preschool
Program Type: STEM
Required
Event Details:

Ages 3-5 with caregiver

You're in control with our Bee Bots. With the push of a few buttons, program our Bee Bots and help them navigate through challenges while learning some basic programming!

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.

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!

 

Kids playing with robot

Bee Bots: K-5: 4:30pm

Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool
Event Details:

K-5 You're in control with our Bee Bots. With the push of a few buttons, program our Bee Bots and help them navigate through challenges while learning some basic programming! ...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Preschool
Program Type: STEM
Required
Event Details:

K-5

You're in control with our Bee Bots. With the push of a few buttons, program our Bee Bots and help them navigate through challenges while learning some basic programming!

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.

Kids playing with robot

Bee Bots: K-5: 6:30pm

Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool
Event Details:

Ages 3-5 with caregiver You're in control with our Bee Bots. With the push of a few buttons, program our Bee Bots and help them navigate through challenges while learning some b...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Preschool
Program Type: STEM
Required
Event Details:

Ages 3-5 with caregiver

You're in control with our Bee Bots. With the push of a few buttons, program our Bee Bots and help them navigate through challenges while learning some basic programming!

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.

Handshake

Why Am I Not Landing a Job?

Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Jobs & Careers, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Identify and address the obstacles preventing job seekers from securing employment. The goal is to empower participants with the insights and tools needed to improve their job sear...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Jobs & Careers, Virtual
Required
Event Details:

Identify and address the obstacles preventing job seekers from securing employment. The goal is to empower participants with the insights and tools needed to improve their job search effectiveness and achieve their career objectives.

A row of people in front of computers

Using Your Android Phone - part 2

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Computer Classroom 2A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Classes, Tech Classes
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Decipher the mysteries of your Android phone! Includes installing and deleting apps, email, notifications, wallpaper, using Bluetooth and more.  

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

Decipher the mysteries of your Android phone! Includes installing and deleting apps, email, notifications, wallpaper, using Bluetooth and more.

 

Woman helping with resume

Resume Review Drop-In

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Jobs & Careers
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Looking for opportunities to network, get help completing job applications, writing your resume and cover letter, or preparing for an interview? Drop in to the Resume Review! We wi...

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

Looking for opportunities to network, get help completing job applications, writing your resume and cover letter, or preparing for an interview? Drop in to the Resume Review! We will provide support during what can be a stressful time.

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! 

Cutting board with flavored butter, jars of flavored salts

Cooking: Gifts and Shareables

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Food, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults
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:

Chef Cobrina of Creativebug demystifies gourmet food items that can be crafted in your own kitchen. Learn how to make a variety of deliciously flavored salts, butters, nuts, and sw...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food, Virtual
Required
Event Details:

Chef Cobrina of Creativebug demystifies gourmet food items that can be crafted in your own kitchen.

Zoom Webinars and Meetings

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

Information about joining the Zoom webinar or meeting

Disclaimer(s)

Virtual Program Conduct Policy

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

Mother and child smiling at eachother

Support Group: Parents of Children with Autism

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

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

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

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

A row of people in front of computers

Spotting Scams

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Computer Classroom 2A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Classes, Tech Classes
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Scammers are more clever and persistent than ever. In this lecture class, learn the warning signs of email, phone, and text scams, and the best way to detect and counteract against...

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

Scammers are more clever and persistent than ever. In this lecture class, learn the warning signs of email, phone, and text scams, and the best way to detect and counteract against this growing problem.