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Name: Bubbles and Parachutes: 9:30am
Start: 2024-07-19T09:30:00-05:00
End: 2024-07-19T10:00:00-05:00
Location: Wheaton Public Library

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9 am					This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Families" group. This event is in the "Babies" group. This event is in the "Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. Bubbles and Parachutes: 9:30am 9:30am - 10:00am Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Families" group. This event is in the "Babies" group. This event is in the "Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library Room: West Plaza Age Group: Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool Event Details: Geared for birth-5 years old with caregivers The name says it all! Let's play with bubbles and parachutes. 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.
10 am		This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Families" group. This event is in the "Elementary School" group. DuPage Children's Museum K-5: Marvelous Magnets 10:00am - 12:00pm Youth, Families, Elementary School Registration Closed Required This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Families" group. This event is in the "Elementary School" group. Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library Room: Meeting Room A Age Group: Youth, Families, Elementary School Program Type: STEM Required Event Details: Grades K-5 DuPage Children's Museum is coming to the library! Explore the properties of magnets through building, investigating, and observing magnets and magnetic forces. 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.				This event is in the "Adults" group. English Conversation Group 10:00am - 11:00am Adults Registration Open Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Registration Open Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library Room: Virtual Age Group: Adults Program Type: ESL, Virtual Required Event Details: Wheaton Library and Literacy DuPage host an English Conversation Group every Saturday morning. Practice your English and learn new phrases in a friendly environment! Everyone is always welcome. This event is in the "Adults" group. Needles in the Bookstacks 10:00am - 1:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.
11 am	This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Middle School" group. This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Elementary School" group. Chess Club: Instruction and Open Play 11:00am - 12:00pm Teens, Middle School, Youth, Elementary School This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Middle School" group. This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Elementary School" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.		This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Families" group. This event is in the "Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Elementary School" group. Bilingual Ukrainian Storytime with The Language Labs 11:00am - 11:30am Youth, Families, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School Registration Closed Required This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Families" group. This event is in the "Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Elementary School" group. Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library Room: Early Childhood Program Room Age Group: Youth, Families, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School Program Type: Storytime Required Event Details: Ages 2-7 The Language Labs is here for Ukrainian storytime with stories, songs, games, and a craft! This storytime will be in English and Ukrainian. 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.	This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Families" group. This event is in the "Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Elementary School" group. Bilingual Polish Storytime with The Language Labs 11:00am - 11:30am Youth, Families, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School Registration Closed Required This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Families" group. This event is in the "Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Elementary School" group. Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library Room: Early Childhood Program Room Age Group: Youth, Families, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School Program Type: Storytime Required Event Details: Ages 2-7 The Language Labs is here for Polish storytime with stories, songs, games, and a craft! This storytime will be in English and Polish. 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.	This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Families" group. This event is in the "Babies" group. This event is in the "Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. Bubbles and Parachutes: 11am 11:00am - 11:30am Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Families" group. This event is in the "Babies" group. This event is in the "Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library Room: West Plaza Age Group: Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool Event Details: Geared for birth-5 years old with caregivers The name says it all! Let's play with bubbles and parachutes. 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.
12 pm
1 pm	This event is in the "Adults" group. Genealogy Assistance - DAR 1:00pm - 3:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library Room: Genealogy Center Age Group: Adults Program Type: Genealogy Event Details: A representative from the Perrin-Wheaton chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution is available in the Genealogy area to answer questions.				This event is in the "Adults" group. Movie: The Boys in the Boat 1:30pm - 4:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library Room: Meeting Room A Age Group: Adults Program Type: In-Person, Movie Event Details: This inspirational true story follows the 1936 University of Washington rowing team that competed for gold at the Summer Olympics in Berlin. The underdogs are thrust into the spotlight when they take on elite rivals. 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.
2 pm	This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Elementary School" group. Ukulele Basics: Session 2 2:00pm - 2:45pm Youth, Elementary School Registration Closed Required This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Elementary School" group. Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library Room: Meeting Room C Age Group: Youth, Elementary School Program Type: Classes Required Event Details: Grades 3-5 Learn ukulele basics on the library's instruments. This series of 4 classes build on one another. Please register if you're available to attend all four dates (July 8, 10, 15, 17). 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.	This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Middle School" group. This event is in the "High School" group. Coding & Music Making 2:00pm - 4:00pm Teens, Middle School, High School Registration Closed Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Middle School" group. This event is in the "High School" group. Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library Room: Meeting Room C Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School Program Type: In-Person, STEM Required Event Details: Use Tunepad to compose your own musical masterpiece.	This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Elementary School" group. Ukulele Basics: Session 2 2:00pm - 2:45pm Youth, Elementary School Registration Closed Required This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Elementary School" group. Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library Room: Meeting Room C Age Group: Youth, Elementary School Program Type: Classes Required Event Details: Grades 3-5 Learn ukulele basics on the library's instruments. This series of 4 classes build on one another. Please register if you're available to attend all four dates (July 8, 10, 15, 17). 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.
3 pm				This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Elementary School" group. Book Buddies 3:00pm - 3:30pm Youth, Elementary School Registration Closed Required This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Elementary School" group. Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library Room: Early Childhood Program Room Age Group: Youth, Elementary School Required Event Details: Grades K-5 Spend some time reading with our teen volunteers this summer. Grab a book you'd like to read and we'll pair you up with a teen! Registration required. 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. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Middle School" group. This event is in the "High School" group. Summer Break Paint & Sip 3:00pm - 4:30pm Teens, Middle School, High School Registration Closed Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Middle School" group. This event is in the "High School" group. Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library Room: Meeting Room A 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.
4 pm
5 pm			This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Middle School" group. Starting High School Q&A and Pizza 5:00pm - 7:00pm Teens, Middle School Registration Closed Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Middle School" group. Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library Room: Meeting Room C Age Group: Teens, Middle School Required Event Details: Have questions about starting high school? Local high school students will be available to answer your questions and talk about their experience!
6 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group. Cooking: Mastering Grilling Basics 6:30pm - 8:00pm Adults Registration Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library Room: Virtual Age Group: Adults Program Type: Food, Virtual Required Event Details: Join Kristyn Slick of Mealtime Memories for an introduction to the world of classic American grilling. We will explore basic grilling techniques with vegetarian and omnivore options. 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.	This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Middle School" group. This event is in the "High School" group. This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Families" group. This event is in the "Babies" group. This event is in the "Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Elementary School" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Sensory Friendly Family Movie 6:00pm - 7:30pm Adults, Teens, Middle School, High School, Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, All Ages This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Middle School" group. This event is in the "High School" group. This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Families" group. This event is in the "Babies" group. This event is in the "Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Elementary School" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library Room: Early Childhood Program Room Age Group: Adults, Teens, Middle School, High School, Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, All Ages Program Type: Movie 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.
7 pm	This event is in the "Adults" group. Birds of DuPage: 4 Habitats, 4 Seasons 7:00pm - 8:00pm Adults Registration Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library Room: Meeting Room A Age Group: Adults Program Type: Gardening & Nature, In-Person Required Event Details: Over 325 species visit due to our varied habitats and favored location along a major migratory route. Dr. Mike Warner of the DuPage Birding Club will showcase the birds to look for during each season and where to find them. 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. This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Board Meeting 7:00pm - 8:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library Room: Board Room Age Group: Adults Library Board Meeting The Library Board of Trustees of the Wheaton Public Library hold regular monthly Board meetings on the third Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. The public is welcome. This event is in the "Adults" group. Writers Group 7:00pm - 8:00pm Adults Registration Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library Room: Meeting Room 2B Age Group: Adults Program Type: Clubs, In-Person Required Event Details: The WPL Writers Group will feature an in-person meeting this quarter! 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.	This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Middle School" group. This event is in the "High School" group. This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Families" group. This event is in the "Babies" group. This event is in the "Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Elementary School" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Concert: The Stingrays 7:00pm - 8:30pm Adults, Teens, Middle School, High School, Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, All Ages This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Middle School" group. This event is in the "High School" group. This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Families" group. This event is in the "Babies" group. This event is in the "Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Elementary School" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library Room: West Plaza Age Group: Adults, Teens, Middle School, High School, Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, All Ages Program Type: Concert, In-Person Event Details: The Stingrays return to WPL! Dance to the greatest rock ‘n roll from the 50s, 60s, and 70s! 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.	This event is in the "Adults" group. Support Group: Parents of Children with Autism 7:00pm - 8:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library Room: Meeting Room 2B Age Group: Adults Program Type: In-Person Event Details: Parents and Caregivers of children of all ages with Autism are welcome to join an open and supportive environment to share experiences, challenges, achievements, and resources.	This event is in the "Adults" group. Writers Group 7:00pm - 8:00pm Adults Registration Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library Room: Virtual2 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Clubs, Virtual Required Event Details: The WPL Writers Group meets monthly on the 3rd Thursday via Zoom. 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.	This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Middle School" group. This event is in the "High School" group. Laser Tag (After Hours) 7:00pm - 8:00pm Teens, Middle School, High School Registration Closed Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Middle School" group. This event is in the "High School" group. Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library Room: Main Floor Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School Required Event Details: Join us for an after hours laser tag battle!

The library closes at 5:00 PM Wednesday, Nov. 27 and is closed Thursday, Nov. 28

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