Adult Services

Upcoming Events

Lifelong Learning Lunch & Learn: Blueprint for Financial Success

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business, Jobs & Careers, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:
Learn how to set up a strong financial foundation to help you achieve your personal financial goals. Topics covered include budgeting, debt management, insurance, retirement.   ...

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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.

Great Lakes Shipwrecks

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:
Join underwater photographer, adventurer, and storyteller Cal Kothrade for this visual odyssey! We’ll learn how and why there are so many shipwrecks here, and take an in-depth look at these incredible dive sites. Cal takes us on a tour...

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.

Fiction Book Discussion

10:00am - 11:00am
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Virtual2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:
Join us for virtual discussion of Matrix by Lauren Groff via Zoom. Pick up copies of the book at the Welcome Desk or Curbside. ...

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.

Global Population Trends

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:
The world’s population just reached 8 billion! Join Matthew Green, Sociology Professor at College of DuPage, for a look at where people are living, what areas can sustain this growth, and impacts of demographic changes.  ...

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.

Job Club

9:30am - 10:30am
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: In-Person, Jobs & Careers
Registration Required
Event Details:
Looking for opportunities to network, get help completing job applications, writing your resume and cover letter, or preparing for an interview? Drop in to the Job Club! Job clubs provide support during what can be a stressful time. This club is in p...

SNAP Benefits Info Table

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Arts & Culture Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: In-Person
Event Details:
A representative from Northern Illinois Food Bank will be available in the Arts & Culture Center on the main floor of the library from 6-8 pm to answer questions and share resources on SNAP and Link benefits.  ...

Genealogy Assistance - DCGS

7:00pm - 9:00pm
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Genealogy Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy
Event Details:
A representative from the DuPage County Genealogical Society is available in the Genealogy area to answer questions. ...

Movie: The Summer of Soul

1:30pm - 4:00pm
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: In-Person, Movie
Event Details:
This music documentary explores the legacy of the 1969 Harlem Cultural Festival, an epic event that celebrated Black history, culture and fashion. It features never-before-seen concert performances. (2021) 1h 57 min  No registrat...

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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. 

English Conversation Group

10:00am - 11:00am
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ESL, Virtual
Registration 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! ...

Needles in the Bookstacks

10:00am - 1:00pm
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...

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Axis360

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App available. Borrow eBooks & eAudio for adults, teen, and youth. Check out up to 5 titles and place up to 5 holds at a time.

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Flipster

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App available. Browse current issues of Consumer Reports and People. Read online or download to device.

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eBooks for Kindle eReaders. eBooks, audiobooks, magazines and newspapers for Kindle Fire.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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