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Child playing chess

Chess Club: Instruction and Open Play

Thursday, November 21, 2024 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 1-8 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. No registration required....

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.

Giant outdoor chess set

The Gaming Hour: Oversized Games Edition

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

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

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

Geared for K-5

Join us for an hour of gaming!

No registration required. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Photo Permission

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

Child playing chess

Chess Club: Instruction and Open Play

Thursday, December 12, 2024 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 1-8 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. No registration required....

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.

Adults playing BINGO

ACES: BINGO & Trivia

Tuesday, December 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. 

Children playing bingo

Festive Bingo 11am

Monday, December 30, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

Children and familiesLet's play New Years themed Bingo! Bingo winners will win a small prize.Registration required.

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

Children and families

Let's play New Years themed Bingo! Bingo winners will win a small prize.

Registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Children & Caregivers

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

Photo Permission

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

Children playing bingo

Festive Bingo 3pm

Monday, December 30, 2024 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

Children and familiesLet's play New Years themed Bingo! Bingo winners will win a small prize.Registration required.

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

Children and families

Let's play New Years themed Bingo! Bingo winners will win a small prize.

Registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Children & Caregivers

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

Photo Permission

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

Children dancing in confetti

Noon Year's Eve Party

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

Children and familiesHelp us celebrate the beginning of a new year with games, activities, and a glow stick dance party! Join us for our countdown to noon!No registration required....

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

Children and families

Help us celebrate the beginning of a new year with games, activities, and a glow stick dance party! Join us for our countdown to noon!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Children & Caregivers

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

Photo Permission

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

Children playing foosball with pool noodles

Pool Noodle Foosball: 10:30am

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades K-5Join us for a life size game of human pool noodle foosball!Registration required.

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 K-5

Join us for a life size game of human pool noodle foosball!

Registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Photo Permission

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

Children playing foosball with pool noodles

Pool Noodle Foosball: 2pm

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades K-5Join us for a life size game of human pool noodle foosball!Registration required.

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 K-5

Join us for a life size game of human pool noodle foosball!

Registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Photo Permission

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

Boy playing a video game

The Gaming Hour: Switch Games Edition

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

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

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

Geared for K-5

Join us for an hour of gaming!

No registration required. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Photo Permission

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

Child playing chess

Chess Club: Instruction and Open Play

Thursday, January 23, 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 1-8 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. No registration required....

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.

Board game pieces

ACES: Board Games

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Games, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Combat boredom with board games! Reach Out and Play is an initiative sponsored by AARP to help build meaningful social connections. Play WPL’s games and/or bring yours to share. ...

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

Combat boredom with board games! Reach Out and Play is an initiative sponsored by AARP to help build meaningful social connections. Play WPL’s games and/or bring yours to share.

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. 

Giant outdoor chess set

The Gaming Hour: Oversized Games Edition

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

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

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

Geared for K-5

Join us for an hour of gaming!

No registration required. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Photo Permission

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

Friends sharing popcorn

Palentine's Day

Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games, In-Person, Movie
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Who's some of the most important people in your life?Your friends of course!Why not stop by and treat yourself in some fun watching movies and doing crafts together with your buds!

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

Who's some of the most important people in your life?
Your friends of course!

Why not stop by and treat yourself in some fun watching movies and doing crafts together with your buds!

Child playing chess

Chess Club: Instruction and Open Play

Thursday, February 20, 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 1-8 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. No registration required....

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.

Adults playing BINGO

ACES: BINGO & Trivia

Tuesday, February 25, 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 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.