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Handful of crocheted hearts

Needles in the Bookstacks

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room 2B 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 2B
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. No instruction will be provided. I...

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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.

Gratitude Art Journaling

DIY: Gratitude Art Journaling

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Honor Mental Health Awareness Month by exploring gratitude. Using a variety of art supplies, we’ll create a few pages, responding to prompts. You’ll be inspired to continue this pr

Registration Closed
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:
Honor Mental Health Awareness Month by exploring gratitude. Using a variety of art supplies, we’ll create a few pages, responding to prompts. You’ll be inspired to continue this practice! All supplies are included. Please note that this event is d...

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. 

Student drawing

Japanese E-toki Scrolls

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades 3-5 Registration required Create visual stories on scrolls while learning about E-toki and listening to Japanese music!

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:
Grades 3-5 Registration required Create visual stories on scrolls while learning about E-toki and listening to Japanese music! ...

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.

Mother and son reading Mother's Day card

DIY Mother's Day Cards

All Day
Youth Services at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

Stop by the Youth Services Department to make a card for someone special!

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Youth Services
Age Group: Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Stop by the Youth Services Department to make a card for someone special! ...

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 11, 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. No instruction will be provided. I...

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.

Girl and teacher sewing

Sew with Me 9:30am

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Classes
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades 3-6 with caregiver (required) Grab your grownup and learn to sew on the library's sewing machines. We'll teach you some basics while working on a project that you can tak

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Families, Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:
Grades 3-6 with caregiver (required) Grab your grownup and learn to sew on the library's sewing machines. We'll teach you some basics while working on a project that you can take home.  Registration required. One registration per pair.&nbs...

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 18, 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. No instruction will be provided. I...

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.

Girl and teacher sewing

Sew with Me 10:30am

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Classes
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades 3-6 with caregiver (required) Grab your grownup and learn to sew on the library's sewing machines. We'll teach you some basics while working on a project that you can tak

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Families, Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:
Grades 3-6 with caregiver (required) Grab your grownup and learn to sew on the library's sewing machines. We'll teach you some basics while working on a project that you can take home.  Registration required. One registration per pair.&nbs...

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.

Young boy painting

K-2 Artists: Still Life Painting

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades K-2 Registration required Come join us in creating a beautiful still life painting using fresh flowers!

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:
Grades K-2 Registration required Come join us in creating a beautiful still life painting using fresh flowers! ...

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 building robot

Science Time! Let's Invent!

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEM
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades 3-5 Registration required Create your own inventions using a variety of supplies and recyclables!

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:
Grades 3-5 Registration required Create your own inventions using a variety of supplies and recyclables! ...

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 25, 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. No instruction will be provided. I...

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.

Young woman holding up tie dye shirt

Tie Dye Upcycle

Thursday, May 30, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
West Plaza at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Give your old clothes or bags new life with some tie dye! Clothes that have lighter colors work better for this project. We'll also have a couple smaller items for participants who

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: West Plaza
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY
Registration Required
Event Details:
Give your old clothes or bags new life with some tie dye! Clothes that have lighter colors work better for this project. We'll also have a couple smaller items for participants who don't have an item from home.  ...
Child painting

Crafternoon

Thursday, May 30, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

Geared for K-5 with caregivers Drop-in; no registration required. We'll supply the craft materials, you bring the imagination. Your creations are yours to take home!

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Families, Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Geared for K-5 with caregivers Drop-in; no registration required. We'll supply the craft materials, you bring the imagination. 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. 

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, June 1, 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. No instruction will be provided. I...

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.

Color and Solve

Monday, June 3, 2024 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Geared for K-5 Help us discover what we're coloring! Each participant will be given a tile to color as we listen to some music. Then, work as a team to solve the coloring puzzle

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
Registration Required
Event Details:
Geared for K-5 Help us discover what we're coloring! Each participant will be given a tile to color as we listen to some music. Then, work as a team to solve the coloring puzzle as we create a poster that will be displayed in the department all su...

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.

Build Your Own Board Game

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Elementary School
Event Details:

Geared for K-5 and families Have you ever dreamed of designing your own board game? Here's your chance. We'll provide the supplies and materials. You bring the creativity. Your

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Families, Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
Event Details:
Geared for K-5 and families Have you ever dreamed of designing your own board game? Here's your chance. We'll provide the supplies and materials. You bring the creativity. Your game is yours to take home. To celebrate our Summer Reading Challen...

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.

Build Your Own Board Game

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Elementary School
Event Details:

Geared for K-5 and families Have you ever dreamed of designing your own board game? Here's your chance. We'll provide the supplies and materials. You bring the creativity. Your

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Families, Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
Event Details:
Geared for K-5 and families Have you ever dreamed of designing your own board game? Here's your chance. We'll provide the supplies and materials. You bring the creativity. Your game is yours to take home. To celebrate our Summer Reading Challen...

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 making a hear with painted hands

Student Craft Sale

Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Arts & Culture Center at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Business, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Teens, Middle School, Youth, Families, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades K-8 Calling crafters and makers! Participate in our Student Craft Sale for the chance to sell your handmade creations in our library marketplace.  For more inform

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Arts & Culture Center
Age Group: Adults, Teens, Middle School, Youth, Families, Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Business, In-Person
Event Details:
Grades K-8 Calling crafters and makers! Participate in our Student Craft Sale for the chance to sell your handmade creations in our library marketplace.  For more information on submitting an application, please visit: https://wheaton...

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, June 8, 2024 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. No instruction will be provided. I...

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 Father's Day Cards

All Day
Youth Services at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

Stop by the Youth Services Department to make a card for someone special!

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Youth Services
Age Group: Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Stop by the Youth Services Department to make a card for someone special! ...

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, June 15, 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. No instruction will be provided. I...

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.

Hardcover book made into hidden storage box

DIY: Book Safe

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Upcycle a classy hardcover to make a small “safe” to hide valuables on a bookshelf in plain sight.  All supplies are included. Please note that this event is designed for a

Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:
Upcycle a classy hardcover to make a small “safe” to hide valuables on a bookshelf in plain sight.  All supplies are included. Please note that this event is designed for adults only. ...

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. 

Handful of crocheted hearts

Needles in the Bookstacks

Saturday, June 22, 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. No instruction will be provided. I...

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.

Flight School: Paper Airplanes

Monday, June 24, 2024 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEM
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Elementary School
Event Details:

Children and families Put your folding skills to the test and build some paper airplanes with us. We'll have a variety of challenges for you to try out with your plane. To ce

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Families, Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM
Event Details:
Children and families Put your folding skills to the test and build some paper airplanes with us. We'll have a variety of challenges for you to try out with your plane. To celebrate our Summer Reading Challenge, Read, Renew, Repeat, we'll ...

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.