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Child playing chess

Chess Club: Instruction and Open Play

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Classes, Games
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades 1-8Let's play chess! Join instructors from Elite Chess to learn more about the game and then have a chance to play with some other students.No registration required. The lib...

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

Grades 1-8

Let's play chess! Join instructors from Elite Chess to learn more about the game and then have a chance to play with some other students.

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.

Dungeons and dragons dice

Intro to DnD

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades 3-5You've heard of the world's most popular role-playing game Dungeons & Dragons, but have you ever wondered what it is like to PLAY IT?! Join us for this easy to learn ...

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

Grades 3-5

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.

Adults playing BINGO

ACES: BINGO & Trivia

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 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 stand...

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. 

Child and senior reading

Intergenerational Fun!

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Youth Services at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Event Details:

Children and FamiliesJoin us for some fun as we make connections with residents of Westbridge Assisted Living in Wheaton. We'll have games, crafts, and stories for this special int...

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Youth Services
Age Group: Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
Event Details:

Children and Families

Join us for some fun as we make connections with residents of Westbridge Assisted Living in Wheaton. We'll have games, crafts, and stories for this special intergenerational morning!

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.

"May the fourth be with you" text on star background

May the Fourth

Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Services at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, All Ages
Event Details:

All agesMay the 4th be with you as you visit the library for a day of Star Wars fun! Make some easy Star Wars themed crafts and search for the missing droids. Are you on the light ...

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Youth Services
Age Group: Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
Event Details:

All ages

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.

Dungeons and dragons dice

DnD with Me: Parent/Child Intro to DnD

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades 3-5 with parent or caregiverFamilies that play together, slay together! Join forces to take on the role of an adventurer and defeat the monsters side by side. Open to all, f...

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

Grades 3-5 with parent or caregiver

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.

Toddler girl using stickers-

Sticker Bingo: 10am

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool
Event Details:

Geared for ages 3-5 with caregiverRegistraton requiredLet's play Bingo! Instead of letters and numbers, we'll be using stickers to fill our Bingo cards.

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

Geared for ages 3-5 with caregiver

Registraton required

Let's play Bingo! Instead of letters and numbers, we'll be using stickers to fill our Bingo cards.

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.

Toddler girl using stickers

Sticker Bingo: 11am

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool
Event Details:

Geared for ages 3-5 with caregiverRegistraton requiredLet's play Bingo! Instead of letters and numbers, we'll be using stickers to fill our Bingo cards.

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

Geared for ages 3-5 with caregiver

Registraton required

Let's play Bingo! Instead of letters and numbers, we'll be using stickers to fill our Bingo cards.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Children & Caregivers

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

Photo Permission

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

Child playing chess

Chess Club: Instruction and Open Play

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Classes, Games
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades 1-8Let's play chess! Join instructors from Elite Chess to learn more about the game and then have a chance to play with some other students.No registration required. The lib...

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

Grades 1-8

Let's play chess! Join instructors from Elite Chess to learn more about the game and then have a chance to play with some other students.

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.

Child and senior reading

Intergenerational Fun!

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Youth Services at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Event Details:

Children and FamiliesJoin us for some fun as we make connections with residents of Westbridge Assisted Living in Wheaton. We'll have games, crafts, and stories for this special int...

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Youth Services
Age Group: Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
Event Details:

Children and Families

Join us for some fun as we make connections with residents of Westbridge Assisted Living in Wheaton. We'll have games, crafts, and stories for this special intergenerational morning!

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.

Toddler girl using stickers-

Sticker Bingo: 10am

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool
Event Details:

Geared for ages 3-5 with caregiverRegistraton requiredLet's play Bingo! Instead of letters and numbers, we'll be using stickers to fill our Bingo cards.

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

Geared for ages 3-5 with caregiver

Registraton required

Let's play Bingo! Instead of letters and numbers, we'll be using stickers to fill our Bingo cards.

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.

Toddler girl using stickers

Sticker Bingo: 11am

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool
Event Details:

Geared for ages 3-5 with caregiverRegistraton requiredLet's play Bingo! Instead of letters and numbers, we'll be using stickers to fill our Bingo cards.

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

Geared for ages 3-5 with caregiver

Registraton required

Let's play Bingo! Instead of letters and numbers, we'll be using stickers to fill our Bingo cards.

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.

Dungeons and dragons dice

Intro to DnD

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades 3-5You've heard of the world's most popular role-playing game Dungeons & Dragons, but have you ever wondered what it is like to PLAY IT?! Join us for this easy to learn ...

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

Grades 3-5

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.

Two senior friends chatting outside

ACES: Wits Workout

Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Games, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Based on University of Illinois Extension’s research on brain health and aging, Wits Workout provides engaging, interactive games and puzzles to challenge your brain and learn...

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

Based on University of Illinois Extension’s research on brain health and aging, Wits Workout provides engaging, interactive games and puzzles to challenge your brain and learn how to keep it active and healthy.

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. 

Test Your Knowledge - Trivia Challenge

Monday, June 9, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room C at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Games, In-Person
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Want to test your trivia knowledge against your friends and strangers? Want to see who reigns supreme in random info? Mentally battle against your fellow teens in facts about sport...

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

Want to test your trivia knowledge against your friends and strangers? Want to see who reigns supreme in random info? Mentally battle against your fellow teens in facts about sportball, pop culture, and other topics!

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.

Game Show Mania

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Games, In-Person
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Welcome to Game Show Mania where the questions are random and the activities were probably found online!For today's episode, we'll be throwing you together into small groups of thr...

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

Welcome to Game Show Mania where the questions are random and the activities were probably found online!

Test Your Knowledge - Trivia Challenge

Monday, July 14, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room C at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Games, In-Person
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Want to test your trivia knowledge against your friends and strangers? Want to see who reigns supreme in random info? Mentally battle against your fellow teens in facts about sport...

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

Want to test your trivia knowledge against your friends and strangers? Want to see who reigns supreme in random info? Mentally battle against your fellow teens in facts about sportball, pop culture, and other topics!

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.

Test Your Knowledge - Trivia Challenge

Friday, August 8, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room C at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Games, In-Person
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Want to test your trivia knowledge against your friends and strangers? Want to see who reigns supreme in random info? Mentally battle against your fellow teens in facts about sport...

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

Want to test your trivia knowledge against your friends and strangers? Want to see who reigns supreme in random info? Mentally battle against your fellow teens in facts about sportball, pop culture, and other topics!

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.