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Family Movie Night: Harold and the Purple Crayon

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

FamiliesDress in comfy clothes, bring a comfy pillow or blanket, and join us for a movie! We'll have some snacks available and you're welcome to bring your own. Harold and the...

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

Families

Dress in comfy clothes, bring a comfy pillow or blanket, and join us for a movie! We'll have some snacks available and you're welcome to bring your own. 

Harold and the Purple Crayon (PG)

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.

Family watching movie

Family Movie Morning: Kung Fu Panda 4

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

FamiliesDress in comfy clothes, bring a comfy pillow or blanket, and join us for a movie! You're welcome to bring your own snacks and drinks.Kung Fu Panda 4 (PG)Our sensory items a...

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

Families

Dress in comfy clothes, bring a comfy pillow or blanket, and join us for a movie! You're welcome to bring your own snacks and drinks.

Kung Fu Panda 4 (PG)

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.

1900s couple, actors Judy Garland and Tom Drake

Movie: Meet Me in St. Louis

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Judy Garland stars in this heartwarming tale of the challenges a close-knit family experiences when they learn they must move to New York just before the 1904 World’s Fair in St. L...

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: In-Person, Movie
Event Details:

Judy Garland stars in this heartwarming tale of the challenges a close-knit family experiences when they learn they must move to New York just before the 1904 World’s Fair in St. Louis.

 (Musical, 1944) 1 hr 53 min

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. 

vintage rendering of Scrooge and ghost from A Christmas Carol

A Christmas Carol: Behind the Story

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
History, Movie, 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:

Learn the fascinating history and amazing achievements behind Charles Dickens’ beloved masterpiece. Movie expert Steven Frenzel will also highlight how filmmakers have brought Scro...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History, Movie, Virtual
Required
Event Details:

Learn the fascinating history and amazing achievements behind Charles Dickens’ beloved masterpiece.

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)

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.

b/w image of actor Alastair Sim portraying Scrooge

Movie: A Christmas Carol

Friday, December 20, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Often considered the best and most faithful film adaptation of Charles Dickens' classic novel, this film follows Ebenezer Scrooge on Christmas Eve, as he is visited by three spirit...

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: In-Person, Movie
Event Details:

Often considered the best and most faithful film adaptation of Charles Dickens' classic novel, this film follows Ebenezer Scrooge on Christmas Eve, as he is visited by three spirits who show him the error of his ways.

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. 

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Family Movie Afternoon: The Polar Express

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Elementary School, All Ages
Event Details:

FamiliesGrab the family and have a library movie afternoon! Feel free to wear comfy clothes, bring a comfy blanket/pillow, and enjoy a showing of The Polar Express (2004, G). Every...

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Youth, Families, Elementary School, All Ages
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Families

Grab the family and have a library movie afternoon! Feel free to wear comfy clothes, bring a comfy blanket/pillow, and enjoy a showing of The Polar Express (2004, G). Everyone will get a jingle bell to bring 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.

Family watching movie

Family Movie Night: Home Alone

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Elementary School, All Ages
Event Details:

FamiliesGrab the family and have a library movie night! Feel free to wear pjs, bring a comfy blanket/pillow, and enjoy a showing of Home Alone (1990, PG).No registration required.

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Youth, Families, Elementary School, All Ages
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Families

Grab the family and have a library movie night! Feel free to wear pjs, bring a comfy blanket/pillow, and enjoy a showing of Home Alone (1990, PG).

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.

Young couple in period costume, woman is holding a baby

Movie: Journey to Bethlehem

Friday, December 27, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:45pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This live-action Christmas musical adventure weaves classic holiday melodies with humor, faith, and new pop songs in a retelling of the story of Mary and Joseph and the birth of Je...

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: In-Person, Movie
Event Details:

This live-action Christmas musical adventure weaves classic holiday melodies with humor, faith, and new pop songs in a retelling of the story of Mary and Joseph and the birth of Jesus.

(Musical, 2023) 1 hr 38 min

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. 

3 adults running from tornadoes

Movie: Twisters

Friday, January 10, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

A meteorologist, haunted by her past, is lured back to Oklahoma to test a groundbreaking new tracking system while charmed by a reckless storm chaser. (Action, 2024) 2 hr No ...

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: In-Person, Movie
Event Details:

A meteorologist, haunted by her past, is lured back to Oklahoma to test a groundbreaking new tracking system while charmed by a reckless storm chaser.

(Action, 2024) 2 hr

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. 

actor Rossano Brazzi singing to actor Mitzi Gaynor

Movie: South Pacific

Friday, January 24, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:45pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This Rodgers and Hammerstein musical tells the story of two romances set on an island US Naval base threatened by the dangers of prejudice and World War II. (Musical, 1958)...

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: In-Person, Movie
Event Details:

This Rodgers and Hammerstein musical tells the story of two romances set on an island US Naval base threatened by the dangers of prejudice and World War II.

(Musical, 1958) 2 hr 37 min

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. 

actors portraying Smallbone family, parents and 6 children

Movie: Unsung Hero

Friday, February 7, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Based on a true story, a mother's faith stands against all odds and inspires her husband and children to become two of the most successful acts in inspirational music history. (...

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: In-Person, Movie
Event Details:

Based on a true story, a mother's faith stands against all odds and inspires her husband and children to become two of the most successful acts in inspirational music history.

(Drama, 2024) 1 hr 53 min

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. 

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!

actors Cary Grant and Deborah Kerr looking at each other

Movie: An Affair to Remember

Friday, February 14, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

A man and woman fall in love and agree to meet at the top of the Empire State Building in six months to resume their romance, provided they've both ended their current relationship...

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: In-Person, Movie
Event Details:

A man and woman fall in love and agree to meet at the top of the Empire State Building in six months to resume their romance, provided they've both ended their current relationships.

(Romance, 1957) 1 hr 55 min

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. 

actors Channing Tatum and Scarlett Johansson with moon and rocket

Movie: Fly Me to the Moon

Friday, February 28, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:45pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Brought in to fix NASA’s public image during preparations for the historic Apollo 11 moon landing, sparks fly as a marketing maven wreaks havoc on the launch director’s already dif...

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: In-Person, Movie
Event Details:

Brought in to fix NASA’s public image during preparations for the historic Apollo 11 moon landing, sparks fly as a marketing maven wreaks havoc on the launch director’s already difficult task.

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.