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Dress To Impress Contest

All Day 3/24 - 4/6
Teens, Middle School, High School
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Teenspace
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Art, Games
Event Details:

Do you like to play Dress to Impress on Roblox with your besties? Bring your skills to the Teenspace for a DTI contest!

Spring Break Paint & Sip

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Teens, Middle School, High School
Registration Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Art, Arts & Crafts, DIY, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

With the weather getting warmer, nature waking back up, and school on a short pause, we're in the mood for another Paint & Sip!

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.

Fanzine Workshop

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teens, Middle School, High School
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Art, Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Registration 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.

Microsoft Excel - Pivot Tables

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adults, Teens
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Computer Classroom 2A
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Tech Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Pivot Tables turn large sets of Excel data into useable, easily digestible tables. Learn the basics of preparing your data, converting to a Pivot Table, and getting the most out the numbers.

Teen Library Council - Middle School

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens, Middle School
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Teens, Middle School
Program Type: In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Earn volunteer hours and help create book displays, programs, activities and more! 

Teen Volunteer Day

5:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens, Middle School, High School
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Teenspace
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Need volunteer hours? Drop in to complete projects at the library!

Teen Library Council - High School

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teens, High School
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Teens, High School
Program Type: In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Earn volunteer hours and help plan library programs!

Our spring program is an escape room on March 21st!

Introduction to Canva

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Adults, Teens
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Computer Classroom 2A
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Tech Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the basics of this free online graphic design tool. Canva can help you elevate your signs, presentations, posters and social media posts.

Teen Writing Club

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens, Middle School, High School
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2B
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Meet up with other writers to write and discuss an array of writing styles and practices!

Calming Crafts

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens, Middle School, High School
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY, In-Person
Registration 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.

Chess Club: Instruction and Open Play

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens, Middle School, Youth, Elementary School
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.

Art Demo: Alla Prima Acrylics

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Adults, Teens
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A or via Zoom
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Art, In-Person, Virtual
Registration 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.

Versiti Blood Drive

1:00pm - 5:30pm
Adults, Teens
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Arts & Culture Center
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-Person
Event Details:

Versiti Blood Center of Illinois will be holding a blood drive in the Arts & Culture Center on the Main Floor from 1-6 pm.

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. 

3D Print Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens, Middle School, High School
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Computer Classroom 2A
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Clubs, In-Person, STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn to use Tinkercad, a 3D design program, and create 3D printed art. 

Author Visit: Shelby Van Pelt

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults, Teens
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us in kicking-off our 4th Annual Local Author Fest with a keynote presentation by Wheaton's very own New York Times Bestselling author of Remarkably Bright Creatures

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.

Local Author Fest

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults, Teens, Middle School, High School, Youth, Families
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Arts & Culture Center
Age Group: Adults, Teens, Middle School, High School, Youth, Families
Program Type: In-Person
Event Details:

Celebrate your local authors at our 4th Annual Local Author Fest! Visit local author tables on the library's main floor from 1-4pm.

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.

Introduction to PowerPoint

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Adults, Teens
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Computer Classroom 2A
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Tech Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Spice up your presentations with PowerPoint. Create slides, insert photos and graphics, and add visual interest with transitions and animations. 

 

Anime and Manga Club

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Teens, Middle School, High School
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs, In-Person, Movie
Registration 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.

Come Write In!

4:30pm - 6:30pm
Teens, Middle School, High School
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: In-Person
Event Details:

Come “write” in to Meeting Room A to work on your current writing project, chat with other teen writers, and get feedback on your work! 

Free Comic Book Day

10:00am - 2:00pm
Adults, Teens, Youth, All Ages
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.

Microsoft PowerPoint - Intermediate

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Adults, Teens
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Computer Classroom 2A
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Tech Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ready to amaze your audience? Add video and audio, customize your animations, and take advantage of the Designer tool.

 

3D Printing - Beginner (for Teens)

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Teens
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Tech Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Want to learn to build in 3D?  Learn the basics of building in Tinkercad and create a unique item that showcases your newfound skills! Suitable for complete beginners.

 

DIY Beaded Phone Charms

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens, Middle School, High School
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Registration 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.

Teen Volunteer Day

11:00am - 2:00pm
Teens, Middle School, High School
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Teenspace
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Need volunteer hours? Drop in to complete projects at the library!