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ACES: Medicare 101

Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Financial, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

David Wylly of the Medicare Solutions Network explains what Medicare covers, what it doesn't, and your potential out-of-pocket exposure. He will also discuss Supplements, Advantage...

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

David Wylly of the Medicare Solutions Network explains what Medicare covers, what it doesn't, and your potential out-of-pocket exposure.

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. 

Adults around a table

New Moms Book Club

Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Book Discussion
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:

Are you a new mom or mom with young kids looking for a casual and relaxed book club? Join us as we discuss a different book each month and meet other local moms! We meet on the ...

Registration Open
Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion
Required
Event Details:

Are you a new mom or mom with young kids looking for a casual and relaxed book club? Join us as we discuss a different book each month and meet other local moms!

Pick up copies of the book

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

Woman looking out the window

Data Axle Reference Solutions for the Job Search

Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Jobs & Careers
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Data Axle Reference Solutions representative will be available to help job seekers navigate this database and to answer questions. Coffee and treats provided by Data Axle Reference...

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

Data Axle Reference Solutions representative will be available to help job seekers navigate this database and to answer questions. Coffee and treats provided by Data Axle Reference Solutions.

Woman looking out the window

Data Axle Reference Solutions for Business Owners

Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Business, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Data Axle Reference Solutions representative will be available to teach business owners how to use this free database (provided by the Wheaton Public Library) and to answer questio...

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

Data Axle Reference Solutions representative will be available to teach business owners how to use this free database (provided by the Wheaton Public Library) and to answer questions. Lunch will be provided by Data Axle Reference Solutions.

Teen Volunteer - Haunted House Event Planning

Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY, Games, In-Person
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY, Games, In-Person
Required

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.

Teacher and student working on a craft

Community Partner Playdate

Friday, September 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.

Accidental Texan movie cover

Movie: Accidental Texan

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

Stranded in Texas, a hapless actor meets a nearly bankrupt oil driller. Desperate, they set off on a wild adventure to outwit the police, the bank, and the corrupt oil company. ...

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

Stranded in Texas, a hapless actor meets a nearly bankrupt oil driller. Desperate, they set off on a wild adventure to outwit the police, the bank, and the corrupt oil company.

(Drama, 2024) 1 hr 44 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. 

English Conversation Group

English Conversation Group

Saturday, September 28, 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.

Our Migrant Souls book cover

Nonfiction Book Discussion

Monday, September 30, 2024 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 this engaging discussion of Our Migrant Souls: A Meditation on Race and the Meanings and Myths of “Latino” by Héctor Tobar. Taking on the impacts of c...

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 this engaging discussion of Our Migrant Souls: A Meditation on Race and the Meanings and Myths of “Latino” by Héctor Tobar.

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. 

Woman holding shoulder

ACES: Shoulder Pain Relief

Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Treat and prevent shoulder pain without harmful medications, damaging injections and unnecessary surgery. Sanjoy Roy, PT, of Albatross Physical Therapy & Wellness will discuss ...

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

Treat and prevent shoulder pain without harmful medications, damaging injections and unnecessary surgery.

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. 

Meditation

Meditation: Techniques to Reduce Stress

Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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:

The scientific community is exploring meditation as a healing modality. Gaurav Singh, a long-time meditator, will discuss how meditation can reduce stress-related responses and enh...

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

The scientific community is exploring meditation as a healing modality. Gaurav Singh, a long-time meditator, will discuss how meditation can reduce stress-related responses and enhance mental equilibrium.

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.

Fiction Book Club

Fiction Book Discussion

Thursday, October 3, 2024 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, October 3, 2024 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.

English Conversation Group

English Conversation Group

Saturday, October 5, 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.

Old photos and documents

Genealogy Assistance - DAR

Monday, October 7, 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.

fabric pumpkins

DIY: Velvet Pumpkin

Monday, October 7, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Make your own fabric stuffed pumpkin with simple hand stitching. This stylish decoration will add fall flair to your home or make a great gift. All supplies are included. Please...

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

Make your own fabric stuffed pumpkin with simple hand stitching. This stylish decoration will add fall flair to your home or make a great gift. 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. 

Fiction Book Club

Fiction Book Discussion

Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
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. 

Pumpkin, apples, grapes and flowers

Cooking: Flavors of Fall

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A or via Zoom at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Food, In-Person, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

It’s chilly outside but warm and cozy in the kitchen with aromas of apples, pumpkins, cinnamon, and vanilla. Chef Susan Maddox teaches both savory and sweet recipes to complet...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A or via Zoom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food, In-Person, Virtual
Required
Event Details:

It’s chilly outside but warm and cozy in the kitchen with aromas of apples, pumpkins, cinnamon, and vanilla. Chef Susan Maddox teaches both savory and sweet recipes to complete a meal using the fall fruit and vegetable

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.

actors Laurence Olivier and Joan Fontaine in Hitchcock movie

Movie: Rebecca

Friday, October 11, 2024 at 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Alfred Hitchcock directed this Oscar-winning tale of a young woman who marries a fascinating widower only to find out that she must live in the shadow of his former wife who died m...

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

Alfred Hitchcock directed this Oscar-winning tale of a young woman who marries a fascinating widower only to find out that she must live in the shadow of his former wife who died mysteriously.

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, October 12, 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.

Actor portraying Abraham Lincoln

Honest Abe Lincoln: Campaigns and Elections

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A or via Zoom at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
History, In-Person, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages
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:

Mr. Lincoln, portrayed by Kevin Wood, describes his many interesting campaign and election experiences over a long and eventful career, during a time of political intrigue and...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A or via Zoom
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: History, In-Person, Virtual
Required
Event Details:

Mr. Lincoln, portrayed by Kevin Wood, describes his many interesting campaign and election experiences over a long and eventful career, during a time of political intrigue and tumult when the very destiny of our nation was at stake.

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)

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.

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.

Support group

Support Group: Parents of Children with Autism

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

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

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

Parents of children of all ages with Autism are welcome to join an open and supportive environment to share experiences, challenges, achievements, and resources. Facilitated by and in partnership with staff of North Shore Pediatric Therapy.

Adults playing BINGO

ACES: BINGO & Trivia

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Games, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for an afternoon of fun games, companionship, friendly competition, and small prizes. Along with a few rounds of BINGO, we'll test our wits with some trivia! ACES s...

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

Join us for an afternoon of fun games, companionship, friendly competition, and small prizes. Along with a few rounds of BINGO, we'll test our wits with some trivia!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Writers Group

Writers Group

Thursday, October 17, 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.