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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 families Let'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.

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 families Let'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.

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 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! No registration r...

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.

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 a fiction title in Meeting Room 2B.

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

Join us for an in-person discussion of a fiction title in Meeting Room 2B.

Pick up copies of the book

Copies of the book are available at the library.  Please ask at the Welcome Desk or Curbside Pickup.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. 

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.

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. 

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.

Crafts supplies

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 b...

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.

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 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. 

The Gaming Hour: Switch Games Edition

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Geared for K-5 Join us for an hour of gaming! No registration required. 

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

Geared for K-5

Join us for an hour of gaming!

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. 

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.

Magnified image of snowflakes on dark background

The Science of Snow

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Nature, STEM, 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:

Learn how and why snow forms across the world and specifically across the Great Lakes, and how our warming climate is impacting Chicago area winters with Tom Di Liberto of the...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gardening & Nature, STEM, Virtual
Required
Event Details:

Learn how and why snow forms across the world and specifically across the Great Lakes, and how our warming climate is impacting Chicago area winters with Tom Di Liberto of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA

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.

Book Tasting and Hot Chocolate

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Food
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Geared for K-5 Come for the books and stay for the hot chocolate! Get a taste for some new reads while sipping on a warm drink. Please be aware of possible food allergies or sen...

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

Geared for K-5

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.

Teens smiling looking at a tablet

Teen Library Council - Middle School

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 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, January 8, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room C at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person
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
Program Type: In-Person
Required
Event Details:

Earn volunteer hours and help create book displays, programs, activities and more! 

Older adults joining hands

ACES: Healthy Living for Brain and Body

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, 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:

Join us to learn about research in diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity, and social engagement. Hadi Finerty of the Alzheimer’s Association will provide hands-on tools ...

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

Join us to learn about research in diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity, and social engagement.

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.

New Year, New Me: Paint & Sip

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room C at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY, In-Person
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

We're only a few days into the new year, have you been keeping up with your resolutions? Maybe you wanted to 'do more of what you love', or maybe it was 'add more color to your lif...

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

We're only a few days into the new year, have you been keeping up with your resolutions? Maybe you wanted to 'do more of what you love', or maybe it was 'add more color to your life'?

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.