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Finals Week - Study Zone (No Reg)

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 3:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

College? High School? Other? Everyone knows about the bane of Finals Week.We'll have Meeting Room A open to have a saved quiet place to study and prepare for one of the most stress...

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

College? High School? Other? Everyone knows about the bane of Finals Week.

We'll have Meeting Room A open to have a saved quiet place to study and prepare for one of the most stressful tests of the school year.

wrapped presents

Gift Wrapping and DIY Boxes

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

Children and familiesYou bring the presents, we've got the wrapping! Dive into our supply of wrapping paper, bows, and ribbon to decorate the gifts you're going to give this season...

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

Writers Group

Writers Group

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual2 at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Clubs, 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:

The WPL Writers Group meets monthly on the 3rd Thursday via Zoom. Facilitated by local author and library staff member, Karen Schreck, we provide a supportive and consistent enviro...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Virtual2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Clubs, Virtual
Required
Event Details:

The WPL Writers Group meets monthly on the 3rd Thursday via Zoom.

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.

b/w image of actor Alastair Sim portraying Scrooge

Movie: A Christmas Carol

Friday, December 20, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Often considered the best and most faithful film adaptation of Charles Dickens' classic novel, this film follows Ebenezer Scrooge on Christmas Eve, as he is visited by three spirit...

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

Often considered the best and most faithful film adaptation of Charles Dickens' classic novel, this film follows Ebenezer Scrooge on Christmas Eve, as he is visited by three spirits who show him the error of his ways.

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, December 21, 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, December 21, 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.

Family watching movie

Family Movie Afternoon: The Polar Express

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Elementary School, All Ages
Event Details:

FamiliesGrab the family and have a library movie afternoon! Feel free to wear comfy clothes, bring a comfy blanket/pillow, and enjoy a showing of The Polar Express (2004, G). Every...

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Youth, Families, Elementary School, All Ages
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Families

Grab the family and have a library movie afternoon! Feel free to wear comfy clothes, bring a comfy blanket/pillow, and enjoy a showing of The Polar Express (2004, G). Everyone will get a jingle bell to bring 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.

Bow being tied on gift

Holiday Wrap-a-thon

Sunday, December 22, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Arts & Culture Center at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Art, Arts & Crafts, DIY, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

Are you a fan of the holidays, but hate having to wrap gifts? Do you find the art of gift-wrapping to be a chore and too time-consuming?Then do we have the program for you! Wheaton...

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

Are you a fan of the holidays, but hate having to wrap gifts? Do you find the art of gift-wrapping to be a chore and too time-consuming?

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.

Family watching movie

Family Movie Night: Home Alone

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Elementary School, All Ages
Event Details:

FamiliesGrab the family and have a library movie night! Feel free to wear pjs, bring a comfy blanket/pillow, and enjoy a showing of Home Alone (1990, PG).No registration required.

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Youth, Families, Elementary School, All Ages
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Families

Grab the family and have a library movie night! Feel free to wear pjs, bring a comfy blanket/pillow, and enjoy a showing of Home Alone (1990, PG).

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.

Library Closed

All Day 12/24 - 12/25
Wheaton Public Library

The Library is Closed.

Closing
Branches:
Wheaton Public Library
Description:

The Library is Closed.

Teacher and student working on a craft

Community Partner Playdate

Friday, December 27, 2024 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Event Details:

Ages 0-5 with caregivers Join us for a playdate at the Wheaton Public Library. While children and families socialize, we'll have DuPage County community partners present to shar...

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

Ages 0-5 with caregivers

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.

Young couple in period costume, woman is holding a baby

Movie: Journey to Bethlehem

Friday, December 27, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:45pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This live-action Christmas musical adventure weaves classic holiday melodies with humor, faith, and new pop songs in a retelling of the story of Mary and Joseph and the birth of Je...

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

This live-action Christmas musical adventure weaves classic holiday melodies with humor, faith, and new pop songs in a retelling of the story of Mary and Joseph and the birth of Jesus.

(Musical, 2023) 1 hr 38 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. 

Teen with colored pencils

Shrinky Dink Art

Friday, December 27, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Teenspace at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Create your own shrinky dink art. 

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

Create your own shrinky dink art. 

Handful of crocheted hearts

Needles in the Bookstacks

Saturday, December 28, 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.

Children playing bingo

Festive Bingo 11am

Monday, December 30, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

Children and familiesLet's play New Years themed Bingo! Bingo winners will win a small prize.Registration required.

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

Children and families

Let's play New Years themed Bingo! Bingo winners will win a small prize.

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 playing bingo

Festive Bingo 3pm

Monday, December 30, 2024 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

Children and familiesLet's play New Years themed Bingo! Bingo winners will win a small prize.Registration required.

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

Children and families

Let's play New Years themed Bingo! Bingo winners will win a small prize.

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.

Girl wearing glasses singing into a mic

Family Karaoke

Monday, December 30, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

Families Come make some noise and belt out some favorite songs on our karaoke machine! No registration required.

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

Families

Come make some noise and belt out some favorite songs on our karaoke machine!

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.

pocket watch showing time near midnight and NYE decorations

Cooking: New Year's Eve Eve

Monday, December 30, 2024 at 6:30pm - 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:

Ring in the New Year with Kristyn Slick’s festive cooking class! We'll prepare luxurious dishes that symbolize prosperity and good luck, perfect for celebrating with friends and fa...

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

Ring in the New Year with Kristyn Slick’s festive cooking class! We'll prepare luxurious dishes that symbolize prosperity and good luck, perfect for celebrating with friends and family.

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.

Children dancing in confetti

Noon Year's Eve Party

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

Children and familiesHelp us celebrate the beginning of a new year with games, activities, and a glow stick dance party! Join us for our countdown to noon!No registration required....

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

Children and families

Help us celebrate the beginning of a new year with games, activities, and a glow stick dance party! Join us for our countdown to noon!

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.

Library Closing Early

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Wheaton Public Library

The Library is Closing Early at 5:00 pm.

Closing
Branches:
Wheaton Public Library
Description:

The Library is Closing Early at 5:00 pm.

Library Closed

All Day
Wheaton Public Library

The Library is Closed.

Closing
Branches:
Wheaton Public Library
Description:

The Library is Closed.

Children playing foosball with pool noodles

Pool Noodle Foosball: 10:30am

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades K-5Join us for a life size game of human pool noodle foosball!Registration required.

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

Grades K-5

Join us for a life size game of human pool noodle foosball!

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. 

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 playing foosball with pool noodles

Pool Noodle Foosball: 2pm

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades K-5Join us for a life size game of human pool noodle foosball!Registration required.

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

Grades K-5

Join us for a life size game of human pool noodle foosball!

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. 

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 building something with wheels

Family Lego Night

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

Children and their families Build together as a family and show off your Lego skills! No registration required. This is a drop-in event. Feel free to stop by between 5:3...

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

Children and their families

Build together as a family and show off your Lego skills!

No registration required. This is a drop-in event. Feel free to stop by between 5:30pm and 7:30pm to participate. 

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.