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Fanzine Workshop

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room C at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Art, Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Learn how to make a fanzine (a mini handmade magazine) to celebrate your favorite fandom or niche interest. *If you're interested in making a collage-style zine, please bring ...

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

Learn how to make a fanzine (a mini handmade magazine) to celebrate your favorite fandom or niche interest. 

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.

felt rainbow plant pic, flower bookmark and cat keychain

DIY: Felt Perk-Ups

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

With felt, scissors and adhesive, we’ll create cute decorations to use as plant picks, bookmarks, pins, or key rings as we anxiously await spring. All supplies are included.Please ...

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

With felt, scissors and adhesive, we’ll create cute decorations to use as plant picks, bookmarks, pins, or key rings as we anxiously await spring. All supplies are included.

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. 

Button Maker

Button Maker Fun

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Youth Services at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

Children Stop by and use our button maker to create pins, magnets, and keychains! You can choose to use old book pages or create your own art.This is a drop-in event. Feel fre...

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

Children 

Stop by and use our button maker to create pins, magnets, and keychains! You can choose to use old book pages or create your own art.

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.

Handful of crocheted hearts

Needles in the Bookstacks

Saturday, April 12, 2025 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.

Teen crafting at a table

Calming Crafts

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room C at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY, In-Person
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Prepare for the end of the year final push with some calming crafts! We'll have supplies for calming glitter jars, various fidgets, zen coloring and more.

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

Prepare for the end of the year final push with some calming crafts! We'll have supplies for calming glitter jars, various fidgets, zen coloring and more.

Child playing with slime

DIY Slime

Friday, April 18, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades K-5 with caregiverMake some slime to take home!No registration required. This is a drop-in event. Feel free to stop by between 10:30am and noon to participate. Whi...

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

Grades K-5 with caregiver

Make some slime to take home!

No registration required. This is a drop-in event. Feel free to stop by between 10:30am and noon 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.

Handful of crocheted hearts

Needles in the Bookstacks

Saturday, April 19, 2025 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.

Handful of crocheted hearts

Needles in the Bookstacks

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Main Floor 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: Main Floor
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.

Parent and child working on paper flowers

April Showers Bring May Flowers: AM

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Toddlers, Preschool
Event Details:

Ages 5 and under with caregiverFlowers are starting to bloom and brighten outdoors. Come into the library to make a colorful and lovely paper bouquet to take home!No registration r...

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

Ages 5 and under with caregiver

Flowers are starting to bloom and brighten outdoors. Come into the library to make a colorful and lovely paper bouquet 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. 

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.

Parent and child working on paper flowers

April Showers Bring May Flowers: PM

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Elementary School
Event Details:

K-5 with caregiverFlowers are starting to bloom and brighten outdoors. Come into the library to make a colorful and lovely paper bouquet to take home!No registration required. ...

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

K-5 with caregiver

Flowers are starting to bloom and brighten outdoors. Come into the library to make a colorful and lovely paper bouquet 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. 

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 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.

Anime drawn teen girl walking at night in a forest

Anime and Manga Club

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room C at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Clubs, In-Person, Movie
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Come to the library and watch some anime with fellow anime and manga lovers! Make crafts, color, and eat some library-provided snacks while you chat with new friends. (Cosplays not...

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

Come to the library and watch some anime with fellow anime and manga lovers! Make crafts, color, and eat some library-provided snacks while you chat with new friends. (Cosplays not required, but are welcome!)

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.

Handful of crocheted hearts

Needles in the Bookstacks

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room A 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: Meeting Room A
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.

Free Comic Book Day logo

Free Comic Book Day

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Arts & Culture Center at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Teens, Youth, All Ages
Event Details:

Geek out for Free Comic Book Day with some free comics and trivia! 

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

Geek out for Free Comic Book Day with some free comics and trivia!

 

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.

"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.

framed photo mat covered in fabric and craft supplies

DIY: Fabric Photo Mats

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Turn a small cut of fabric into a beautiful custom mat for framing artwork, a quote or photo. This easy method of adhering fabric to pre-cut photo mats creates a one-of-a-kind fram...

Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Required
Event Details:

Turn a small cut of fabric into a beautiful custom mat for framing artwork, a quote or photo. This easy method of adhering fabric to pre-cut photo mats creates a one-of-a-kind framing that only looks expensive.

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. 

cell phone with beaded keychain

DIY Beaded Phone Charms

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room C at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Create phone charms with jewelry beads and string to add personality to your cell phone!

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

Create phone charms with jewelry beads and string to add personality to your cell phone!

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.

Mother and son reading Mother's Day card

DIY Mother's Day Cards

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Tween Center at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

All agesStop by the Tween Center to design a create a Mother's Day card for someone special in your life!No registration required. This is a drop-in event. Feel free to stop b...

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Tween Center
Age Group: Youth, Families, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

All ages

Stop by the Tween Center to design a create a Mother's Day card for someone special in your life!

No registration required. This is a drop-in event. Feel free to stop by between 3pm and 7pm to participate.

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.

Handful of crocheted hearts

Needles in the Bookstacks

Saturday, May 10, 2025 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 with painted hand

Art for Little Hands: 10am

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Event Details:

Ages 1-5 with caregiverRegistration requiredLet's make art together! Wear something that can get a little messy and work on a project that you can take home.

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Event Details:

Ages 1-5 with caregiver

Registration required

Let's make art together! Wear something that can get a little messy and work on a project that you can 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. 

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 with painted hand

Art for Little Hands: 2:30pm

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Event Details:

Ages 1-5 with caregiverRegistration requiredLet's make art together! Wear something that can get a little messy and work on a project that you can take home.

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Event Details:

Ages 1-5 with caregiver

Registration required

Let's make art together! Wear something that can get a little messy and work on a project that you can 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. 

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.

Handful of crocheted hearts

Needles in the Bookstacks

Saturday, May 17, 2025 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.

Button Maker

Button Maker Fun

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Youth Services at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

Children Stop by and use our button maker to create pins, magnets, and keychains! You can choose to use old book pages or create your own art.This is a drop-in event. Feel fre...

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

Children 

Stop by and use our button maker to create pins, magnets, and keychains! You can choose to use old book pages or create your own art.

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 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.