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Mark Anderson Cartooning: Gnow Your Gnomes

Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Art, Classes
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades K-5Are you gnuts about gnomes? Then this class is a gno-brainer! Gnice gnomes, gnasty gnomes, gnervous gnomes, and gnoteworthy gnomes! Do gnot miss this gnifty class!Registr...

Registration Closed
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Art, Classes
Required
Event Details:

Grades K-5

Are you gnuts about gnomes? Then this class is a gno-brainer! Gnice gnomes, gnasty gnomes, gnervous gnomes, and gnoteworthy gnomes! Do gnot miss this gnifty class!

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.

landscape painting by artist Christopher Hughes

Art Demo: Alla Prima Acrylics

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A or via Zoom at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Art, In-Person, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults, Teens
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:

Christopher Hughes will demonstrate how to capture the essence of a subject with spontaneity without being reckless. Starting with a reference photo, Christopher will walk through ...

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

Christopher Hughes will demonstrate how to capture the essence of a subject with spontaneity without being reckless.

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. 

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.

painting of 3 women in historical fashions

History of Fashion in Art

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Art, History, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Art expert Denise Laurin reveals fashion history documented in art, and how fashion and art intertwine today. We will look at clothing styles, accessories, jewelry, and even hairst...

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

Art expert Denise Laurin reveals fashion history documented in art, and how fashion and art intertwine today.

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. 

Young boy drawing

Mark Anderson Cartooning: Super Strangely Familiar Character Brawl

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Art, Classes
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades K-5Sure, we like popular characters too, but unfortunately we just can't use them. So instead we'll be drawing new, exciting, unfamiliar brawlers like Mustache Plumber, Kong...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Art, Classes
Required
Event Details:

Grades K-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.

Hokusai wood block print of The Wave

Hokusai and the Art of Edo

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A or via Zoom at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Art, In-Person, 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:

Join Diana Martinez, Director of the McAninch Arts Center (the MAC) at the College of DuPage, for a behind-the-scenes look at Hokusai & Ukiyo-e: The Floating World. She will ex...

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

Join Diana Martinez, Director of the McAninch Arts Center (the MAC) at the College of DuPage, for a behind-the-scenes look at Hokusai & Ukiyo-e: The Floating World.

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. 

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.

Chronicles Of Yarnia - Fiber Art Club

Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Arts & Culture Center at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Art, Arts & Crafts, Clubs, DIY, In-Person
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Looking to learn some fiber arts skills (knitting/crochet)? Are you an avid fan of yarn work and would like to meet some fellow yarn-trepreneurs? Maybe you just need to earn some v...

Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Arts & Culture Center
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Art, Arts & Crafts, Clubs, DIY, In-Person
Required
Event Details:

Looking to learn some fiber arts skills (knitting/crochet)? Are you an avid fan of yarn work and would like to meet some fellow yarn-trepreneurs? Maybe you just need to earn some volunteer hours and you enjoy crafting?

 

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.

Chronicles Of Yarnia - Fiber Art Club

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Arts & Culture Center at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Art, Arts & Crafts, Clubs, DIY, In-Person
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Looking to learn some fiber arts skills (knitting/crochet)? Are you an avid fan of yarn work and would like to meet some fellow yarn-trepreneurs? Maybe you just need to earn some v...

Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Arts & Culture Center
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Art, Arts & Crafts, Clubs, DIY, In-Person
Required
Event Details:

Looking to learn some fiber arts skills (knitting/crochet)? Are you an avid fan of yarn work and would like to meet some fellow yarn-trepreneurs? Maybe you just need to earn some volunteer hours and you enjoy crafting?

 

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.

Chronicles Of Yarnia - Fiber Art Club

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Arts & Culture Center at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Art, Arts & Crafts, Clubs, DIY, In-Person
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Looking to learn some fiber arts skills (knitting/crochet)? Are you an avid fan of yarn work and would like to meet some fellow yarn-trepreneurs? Maybe you just need to earn some v...

Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Arts & Culture Center
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Art, Arts & Crafts, Clubs, DIY, In-Person
Required
Event Details:

Looking to learn some fiber arts skills (knitting/crochet)? Are you an avid fan of yarn work and would like to meet some fellow yarn-trepreneurs? Maybe you just need to earn some volunteer hours and you enjoy crafting?

 

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.

Chronicles Of Yarnia - Fiber Art Club

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Arts & Culture Center at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Art, Arts & Crafts, Clubs, DIY, In-Person
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Looking to learn some fiber arts skills (knitting/crochet)? Are you an avid fan of yarn work and would like to meet some fellow yarn-trepreneurs? Maybe you just need to earn some v...

Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Arts & Culture Center
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Art, Arts & Crafts, Clubs, DIY, In-Person
Required
Event Details:

Looking to learn some fiber arts skills (knitting/crochet)? Are you an avid fan of yarn work and would like to meet some fellow yarn-trepreneurs? Maybe you just need to earn some volunteer hours and you enjoy crafting?

 

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.

Summer Break Paint & Sip

Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room C at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Art, Arts & Crafts, DIY, In-Person
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Sip on some lemonade as you enjoy your well-deserved break with some A&R (Art and Relaxation).

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

Sip on some lemonade as you enjoy your well-deserved break with some A&R (Art and Relaxation).

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.