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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.

Fiction Book Club

Fiction Book Discussion

Thursday, January 2, 2025 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 The Measure by Nikki Erlick 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 The Measure by Nikki Erlick 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. 

Old photos and documents

Genealogy Assistance - DCGS

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Genealogy Center at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

A representative from the DuPage County Genealogical Society 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 DuPage County Genealogical Society is available in the Genealogy area to answer questions.

Red fox

Our Wild World with DuPage County Animal Services

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades 2-5Chicagoland is full of wild animals both amazing and helpful. Learn how every animal benefits the environment and how we can keep them safe. Registration required.

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

Grades 2-5

Chicagoland is full of wild animals both amazing and helpful. Learn how every animal benefits the environment and how we can keep them safe. 

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.

Teen with colored pencils

Shrinky Dink Art

Friday, January 3, 2025 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. 

Coffee filter art on dinner table

Chromatography Coral Reef Art Class: 2:30pm

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Classes
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Ages 5-11Using black markers, coffee filters, and the science of chromatography, we'll create colorful 3D coral reefs in this workshop with artist Brigit Goudie.Registration requir...

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

Ages 5-11

Using black markers, coffee filters, and the science of chromatography, we'll create colorful 3D coral reefs in this workshop with artist Brigit Goudie.

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.

Coffee filter art on dinner table

Chromatography Coral Reef Art Class: 3:30pm

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Classes
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Ages 5-11Using black markers, coffee filters, and the science of chromatography, we'll create colorful 3D coral reefs in this workshop with artist Brigit Goudie.Registration requir...

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

Ages 5-11

Using black markers, coffee filters, and the science of chromatography, we'll create colorful 3D coral reefs in this workshop with artist Brigit Goudie.

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.

English Conversation Group

English Conversation Group

Saturday, January 4, 2025 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, January 4, 2025 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.

Craft Swap logo

Craft Swap

Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Do you have surplus craft supplies? Want to explore a new hobby, medium or material? Bring craft supplies that are current and in good condition to the Welcome Desk betwe...

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

Do you have surplus craft supplies? Want to explore a new hobby, medium or material? 

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 smiling and listening

Family Storytime

Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

Families Spend your Saturday morning with us for Family Storytime. We'll read, play, draw, and more! No registration required.

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

Families

Spend your Saturday morning with us for Family Storytime. We'll read, play, draw, and more!

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.

Child learning to sew

Sew with Me Basics: 9:30am

Monday, January 6, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Classes
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades 3-5 with caregiver (required)Are you new to a sewing machine or would like a refresher? This beginners sewing class with go over the basics of sewing on a machine while work...

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

Grades 3-5 with caregiver (required)

Are you new to a sewing machine or would like a refresher? This beginners sewing class with go over the basics of sewing on a machine while working on simple skills. 

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.

Child learning to sew

Sew with Me Basics: 10:30am

Monday, January 6, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Classes
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades 3-5 with caregiver (required)Are you new to a sewing machine or would like a refresher? This beginners sewing class with go over the basics of sewing on a machine while work...

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

Grades 3-5 with caregiver (required)

Are you new to a sewing machine or would like a refresher? This beginners sewing class with go over the basics of sewing on a machine while working on simple skills. 

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.

Old photos and documents

Genealogy Assistance - DAR

Monday, January 6, 2025 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.

Child learning to sew

Sew with Me Studio: 1:30pm

Monday, January 6, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Classes
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades 3-5 with caregiver (required)The Sew with Me Studio classes are for those who have taken a library sewing class before or are comfortable using a sewing machine. Choose from...

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

Grades 3-5 with caregiver (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.

Child learning to sew

Sew with Me Studio: 2:30pm

Monday, January 6, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Classes
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades 3-5 with caregiver (required)The Sew with Me Studio classes are for those who have taken a library sewing class before or are comfortable using a sewing machine. Choose from...

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

Grades 3-5 with caregiver (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.

Child reading in pajamas

Pajama Time

Monday, January 6, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

Families Get ready for bed with a story and some relaxing activities. Feel free to wear your pajamas or bring a stuffy for this cozy family storytime. No registration require...

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

Families

Get ready for bed with a story and some relaxing activities. Feel free to wear your pajamas or bring a stuffy for this cozy family storytime.

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.

giant paper snowflakes made from white lunch sacks

DIY: Giant Snowflake

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

Create an enormous snowflake decoration from white paper lunch sacks. Since it folds down for storage, you’ll want to hang it in a window or on the wall year after year. All suppli...

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

Create an enormous snowflake decoration from white paper lunch sacks. Since it folds down for storage, you’ll want to hang it in a window or on the wall year after year. 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.