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Baby Playdate

Friday, January 10, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Babies
Event Details:

Birth-23 months old with caregivers Here's a chance for babies and their grown-ups to hang out and get to know each other. We'll have some toys and books available to use while ...

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

Birth-23 months old with caregivers

Here's a chance for babies and their grown-ups to hang out and get to know each other. We'll have some toys and books available to use while you meet other families in the area.

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.

Mother and child working on homework together

Homeschool Hangout

Friday, January 10, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Clubs
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

Homeschool Families Get to know some other homeschool families in the area while playing games, trying out hands-on activities, and more!

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

Homeschool Families

Get to know some other homeschool families in the area while playing games, trying out hands-on activities, and more!

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.

3 adults running from tornadoes

Movie: Twisters

Friday, January 10, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

A meteorologist, haunted by her past, is lured back to Oklahoma to test a groundbreaking new tracking system while charmed by a reckless storm chaser. (Action, 2024) 2 hr No ...

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

A meteorologist, haunted by her past, is lured back to Oklahoma to test a groundbreaking new tracking system while charmed by a reckless storm chaser.

(Action, 2024) 2 hr

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. 

English Conversation Group

English Conversation Group

Saturday, January 11, 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.

Mom and daughter picking up toys

Toy Swap

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Age Group:
Adults, Youth, Families
Event Details:

Adults and Families Our kids grow up and grow out of toys that they used to play with. If you have toys that your children are no longer using, consider swapping ...

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults, Youth, Families
Event Details:

Adults and Families

Our kids grow up and grow out of toys that they used to play with. If you have toys that your children are no longer using, consider swapping them for something new-to-you!

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.

Animals reading on a bench

Storytime: Great Beginnings

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Babies
Storytime - Great Beginnings:

Birth-23 months old with caregivers. Babies and their caregivers will share rhymes, fingerplays, songs, and books together.

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Families, Babies
Program Type: Storytime

Storytime - Great Beginnings

Birth-23 months old with caregivers. Babies and their caregivers will share rhymes, fingerplays, songs, and books together.

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.

Animals reading on a bench

Storytime: Preschool

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Preschool
Event Details:

3,4, and 5 year olds attend with caregiver. Stories, songs, and more!

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

3,4, and 5 year olds attend with caregiver. Stories, songs, and more!

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 building something with wheels

Lego Free Build

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

Children with caregivers Let's do Lego! Use the library's Lego collection to build whatever you'd like! We'll have some building prompts and activities but let your imagination ...

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

Children with caregivers

Let's do Lego! Use the library's Lego collection to build whatever you'd like! We'll have some building prompts and activities but let your imagination be your guide.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Children & Caregivers

This program is intended for children and caregivers to participate together; drop offs are not allowed.

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events.

Animals reading on a bench

Storytime: Great Beginnings

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Babies
Storytime - Great Beginnings:

Birth-23 months old with caregivers. Babies and their caregivers will share rhymes, fingerplays, songs, and books together.

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Families, Babies
Program Type: Storytime

Storytime - Great Beginnings

Birth-23 months old with caregivers. Babies and their caregivers will share rhymes, fingerplays, songs, and books together.

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

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 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. 

Animals reading on a bench

Kindergarten Readiness

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool
Event Details:

4-5 year olds to attend independently Are you getting ready to go to kindergarten in the next year? In Kindergarten Readiness, we'll work on skills that will get us ready to go ...

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

4-5 year olds to attend independently

Are you getting ready to go to kindergarten in the next year? In Kindergarten Readiness, we'll work on skills that will get us ready to go to elementary school. 

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.

Animals reading on a bench

Kindergarten Readiness

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool
Event Details:

4-5 year olds to attend independently Are you getting ready to go to kindergarten in the next year? In Kindergarten Readiness, we'll work on skills that will get us ready to go ...

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

4-5 year olds to attend independently

Are you getting ready to go to kindergarten in the next year? In Kindergarten Readiness, we'll work on skills that will get us ready to go to elementary school. 

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.

St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican, Italy

Art History: Vatican Splendors

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Art, History, 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:

2025 is a Jubilee year for the Vatican. Travel to Italy with art history expert Jeff Mishur to explore treasures of the Vatican Museums including works by Leonardo, Miche...

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

2025 is a Jubilee year for the Vatican.

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.

Animals reading on a bench

Storytime: Toddler Time

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Toddlers
Storytime - Toddlers:

2-3 year olds with caregivers. Stories, rhymes, music, and movement for toddlers and their caregivers to share together.

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Families, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime

Storytime - Toddlers

2-3 year olds with caregivers. Stories, rhymes, music, and movement for toddlers and their caregivers to share together.

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.

Animals reading on a bench

Storytime: Preschool

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Preschool
Event Details:

3,4, and 5 year olds attend with caregiver. Stories, songs, and more!

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

3,4, and 5 year olds attend with caregiver. Stories, songs, and more!

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.

variety of vegan dishes

Cooking: Vegan Comfort Food

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 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:

Warm up your winter with hearty and delicious plant-based alternative meals with Kristyn Slick of Mealtime Memories. Explore these satisfying, rich flavors and ...

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

Warm up your winter with hearty and delicious plant-based alternative meals with Kristyn Slick of Mealtime Memories. Explore these satisfying, rich flavors and textures without any animal products. 

Zoom Webinars and Meetings

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

Information about joining the Zoom webinar or meeting

Disclaimer(s)

Virtual Program Conduct Policy

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

Mother and child smiling at eachother

Support Group: Parents of Children with Autism

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

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

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

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

Animals reading on a bench

Storytime: Toddler Time

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Toddlers
Storytime - Toddlers:

2-3 year olds with caregivers. Stories, rhymes, music, and movement for toddlers and their caregivers to share together.

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Families, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime

Storytime - Toddlers

2-3 year olds with caregivers. Stories, rhymes, music, and movement for toddlers and their caregivers to share together.

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.

NIFB

SNAP Benefits Info Table

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Arts & Culture Center at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

A representative from Northern Illinois Food Bank will be available in the Arts & Culture Center on the main floor of the library from 10 am - 12 pm to answer questions and sha...

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Arts & Culture Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: In-Person
Event Details:

A representative from Northern Illinois Food Bank will be available in the Arts & Culture Center on the main floor of the library from 10 am - 12 pm to answer questions and share resources on SNAP an

Animals reading on a bench

Storytime: Preschool

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Preschool
Event Details:

3,4, and 5 year olds attend with caregiver. Stories, songs, and more!

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

3,4, and 5 year olds attend with caregiver. Stories, songs, and more!

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, January 16, 2025 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.

Boy playing with blocks

Toddler Playdate

Friday, January 17, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Babies
Event Details:

2-3 years old with caregivers Here's a chance for toddlers and their grown-ups to hang out and get to know each other. We'll have some toys and books available to use while you ...

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

2-3 years old with caregivers

Here's a chance for toddlers and their grown-ups to hang out and get to know each other. We'll have some toys and books available to use while you meet other families in the area.

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

Friday, January 17, 2025 at 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Wheaton Public Library

The Library is Closing Early.

Closing
Branches:
Wheaton Public Library
Description:

The Library is Closing Early.

English Conversation Group

English Conversation Group

Saturday, January 18, 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.