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Writers Group

Thursday, November 21, 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.

Teacher and student working on a craft

Community Partner Playdate

Friday, November 22, 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.

Woman, man holding girl

Movie: Ordinary Angels

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Inspired by an incredible true story. A fierce but struggling hairdresser discovers a renewed sense of purpose by rallying an entire community to help a widowed father save the lif...

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

Inspired by an incredible true story. A fierce but struggling hairdresser discovers a renewed sense of purpose by rallying an entire community to help a widowed father save the life of his critically ill young daughter.

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, November 23, 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.

String in fall leaves

Needles in the Bookstacks

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Arts & Culture Center at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Clubs, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Drop-in the Arts & Culture Center on the Main Floor of the library every Saturday with your knitting, cross stitch, or crochet project and join our group! Make progress on your...

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

Drop-in the Arts & Culture Center on the Main Floor of the library every Saturday with your knitting, cross stitch, or crochet project and join our group! Make progress on your project and share techniques.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission

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

Child playing with slime

DIY Slime

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades K-5 with caregiver Make some slime to take home! This is a drop-in event. Feel free to stop by between 10am and 12pm to participate. While supplies last.

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

Grades K-5 with caregiver

Make some slime to take home!

This is a drop-in event. Feel free to stop by between 10am and 12pm to participate. While supplies last.

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.

Bingo board

Season Of Giving Bingo

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room C at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

It's beginning to look a lot like the season of giving! Join us for a few games of BINGO to earn some prizes that you can give to yourself, or others! Maybe find some gift idea...

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

It's beginning to look a lot like the season of giving!

Girl wearing glasses singing into a mic

Family Karaoke

Monday, November 25, 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.

hand writing in notebook

Introduction to Canva

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Computer Classroom 2A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Tech Classes
Age Group:
Adults, Teens
Event Details:

Learn the basics of this free online graphic design tool. Canva can help you elevate your signs, presentations, posters and social media posts. We’ll show you the basic steps from ...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Computer Classroom 2A
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Tech Classes
Required
Event Details:

Learn the basics of this free online graphic design tool. Canva can help you elevate your signs, presentations, posters and social media posts.

Child painting

Crafternoon

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Elementary School
Event Details:

Children and families Come craft with us! We'll supply the craft materials. You bring the creativity. Your creations are yours to take home. This is a drop-in event. Feel fre...

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

Children and families

Come craft with us! We'll supply the craft materials. You bring the creativity. Your creations are yours to take home.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Photo Permission

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

Family watching movie

Family Movie Night

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

Families Dress in comfy clothes, bring a comfy pillow or blanket, and join us for a movie! We'll have some snacks available and you're welcome to bring your own.  Our se...

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

Families

Dress in comfy clothes, bring a comfy pillow or blanket, and join us for a movie! We'll have some snacks available and you're welcome to bring your own. 

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.

Gary Kantor

The Magic of Gary Kantor: 10am

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

Children and Families Come watch a thrilling and entertaining magic show by Gary Kantor. Gary's magic has been enjoyed by over 500,000 children. This show is packed with vanishi...

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Youth, Families, Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

Children and Families

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

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.

Gary Kantor

The Magic of Gary Kantor: 11am

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

Children and Families Come watch a thrilling and entertaining magic show by Gary Kantor. Gary's magic has been enjoyed by over 500,000 children. This show is packed with vanishi...

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Youth, Families, Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

Children and Families

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

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

Wednesday, November 27, 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.

Old photos and documents

Genealogy Assistance - DAR

Monday, December 2, 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.

Adults around a table

New Moms Book Club

Tuesday, December 3, 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 Yellowface by R.F. Kuang and meet other local moms! **Due to...

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 Yellowface by R.F. Kuang 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.

Fiction Book Club

Fiction Book Discussion

Thursday, December 5, 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, December 5, 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, December 7, 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.

Festive Singers

Winter Open House

Sunday, December 8, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Floor at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Concert, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Teens, Middle School, High School, Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, All Ages
Event Details:

Join us on the library's main floor as we celebrate the upcoming winter season! Submit a Gingerbread House creation and vote on your favorite as you enjoy the Festive Singers ...

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Main Floor
Age Group: Adults, Teens, Middle School, High School, Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, All Ages
Program Type: Concert, In-Person
Event Details:

Join us on the library's main floor as we celebrate the upcoming winter season!

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.

Fiction Book Club

Fiction Book Discussion

Tuesday, December 10, 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. 

English Conversation Group

English Conversation Group

Saturday, December 14, 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, December 16, 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.