Adult Services
Upcoming Events
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.
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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.
Library Board Meeting
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.
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.
Concert: The Stingrays
Concert: The Stingrays
The Stingrays return to WPL! Dance to the greatest rock ‘n roll from the 50s, 60s, and 70s!
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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.
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.
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.
Support Group: Parents of Children with Autism
Support Group: Parents of Children with Autism
Parents of children of all ages with Autism are welcome to join an open and supportive environment to share experiences, challenges, achievements, and resources. Facilitated by and in partnership with staff of North Shore Pediatric Therapy.
Sensory Friendly Family Movie
Sensory Friendly Family Movie
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.
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.
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.
Movie: The Boys in the Boat
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.
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.
eContent
Boundless
Flipster
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App available. Browse current issues of Consumer Reports and People. Read online or download to device.
Kindle
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eBooks for Kindle eReaders. eBooks, audiobooks, magazines and newspapers for Kindle Fire.
Databases
American Ancestors
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From the New England Historic Genealogical Society. Collections of early American genealogical records (vital, church, and town records) from New England states, England, Ireland, and beyond. In-library use only.
Ancestry Library Edition
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Premier genealogy resource with federal and state census records, military and immigration records, birth, death, and marriage records, and other reference sources such as high school yearbooks. In-library use only.
AtoZ Maps
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Explore 145,000 maps of the world, continents, countries, and states. Browse antique and historical maps, climate and ecology maps, flags of the world, and glossaries. Play geography games.