Tales From the Trails Tuesday, May 14 at 7:00 p.m. Large Meeting Room, Lower Level Pick up free tickets at the Checkout Desk

Chicago and its suburbs are riddled with hundreds of miles of bike paths, lanes and trails. Celebrate National Bike Month by coming to hear Greg Borzo, author of Where to Bike Chicago: Best Biking in City & Suburbs, share his vast knowledge of cycling. You’ll find out where the trails are and the history behind them.

Songs of the American Railroad Saturday, June 1 at 1:00 p.m. Main Floor Sample the music

Folksinger Steve Justman helps us kick off our Summer Reading Program with this show featuring songs and stories of the trains, people, and places that helped build America. All aboard! Have Book – Will Travel!

eBook & Zinio Help Days Saturday, June 8 from 9:30 a.m to 1:30 p.m. Thursday, July 18 from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, August 7 from 10:00 a.m to 4:00 p.m. Requires a Wheaton Public Library card Call 630-868-7520 to register

Get personal instruction on using your device to download ebooks and audiobooks from eMediaLibrary as well as magazines from Zinio. Bring your Nook, Kindle, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch or other ebook reader, smartphone, tablet or MP3 player. If you need help with an ebook reader or MP3 player please bring in your laptop too, if you have one. Call 630-868-7520 to make an appointment for a 1/2 hour hands-on session.

Historic Route 66 Tuesday, June 11 at 7:00 p.m. Large Meeting Room, Lower Level Pick up free tickets at the Checkout Desk

Take a trip down Route 66 with highway historian David Clark, who uses historical facts, music, slide shows, and a virtual tour to take you from Chicago to L.A. on the country’s best-known highway.

Summer Sampler Musical Series The concerts are free and are held outside on the Library's West Plaza. Tickets are not necessary. We have some outside seating but you are welcome to bring lawn chairs and blankets. In case of rain the concert will be indoors. The concerts are funded by The Friends of the Wheaton Public Library.

Banjo Buddies Dixieland Band Tuesday, June 18 at 7:00 p.m. Sample the music This high-energy Dixieland show band, led by one of the top female jazz banjoists in the country, will wow you with their eclectic style. From exciting Dixieland jazz to swing, blues, and tunes from the 20’s through the 40’s they entertain with vocals, humor, and audience interaction. June's Got the Ca$h Tuesday, July 16 at 7:00 p.m. Sample the music Nationally renowned Broadway style tribute, June’s Got the Ca$h is Chicago’s very own Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash musical theater show! Bits of comedy along with vintage costumes, stage props and all of Johnny and June’s favorite hits from the 50s, 60s, and 70s. Come walk the line with Johnny and Junebug! The Neverly Brothers Tuesday, August 20 at 7:00 p.m. Sample the music Back by Popular Demand! Fasten your seatbelts for a guided musical tour through rock ‘n’ roll history! The Neverly Brothers play all your favorite Rock n’ Roll and Rhythm & Blues hits from the 1950s American pioneers to the 1964 British Invasion groups in an awe inspiring concert that will have you singing, dancing and thoroughly entertained.

Movie Matinées Third Tuesday of the month at 1:00 p.m. Large Meeting Room, Lower Level In partnership with the Wheaton Park District, the library's meeting room becomes a movie house on the third Tuesday afternoon of the month (except for September and December). Come for the free movie and we'll supply the popcorn! Pick up free tickets at the library's first floor Checkout Desk or at the Park District Leisure Center.

Tuesday, May 21 at 1:00 p.m. No tickets available for this time Wednesday, May 22 at 1:00 p.m. Second show added! As the Civil War continues to rage, America's president struggles with continuing carnage on the battlefield and as he fights with many inside his own cabinet on the decision to emancipate the slaves. Starring Daniel Day-Lewis, Sally Field and David Strathairn. (Rated PG-13, 150 minutes)

Tuesday, June 18 at 1:00 p.m. An ailing baseball scout in his twilight years takes his daughter along for one last recruiting trip. Starring Clint Eastwood, Amy Adams, John Goodman. (Rated PG-13, 111 minutes)

Tuesday, July 16 at 1:00 p.m. A young man who survives a disaster at sea is hurtled into an epic journey of adventure and discovery. While cast away, he forms an unexpected connection with another survivor: a fearsome Bengal tiger. (Rated PG, 123 minutes)

Tuesday, August 20 at 1:00 p.m. Bond's loyalty to M is tested when her past comes back to haunt her. Whilst MI6 comes under attack, 007 must track down and destroy the threat, no matter how personal the cost. Starring Daniel Craig, Judi Dench, Javier Bardem. (Rated PG-13, 144 minutes)

Mayhem in the National Parks Monday, June 24 at 7:00 p.m. Large Meeting Room, Lower Level Pick up free tickets at the Checkout Desk

John Lynn takes us on a 600 mile mountain bike tour from Jackson Hole, Wyoming to West Glacier, Montana including Grand Teton, Yellowstone, and Glacier National Parks.

Wheaton World Tour Thursday, July 11 at 6:00 p.m. Memorial Park, Downtown Wheaton

The City of Wheaton’s Community Relations Commission invites you to enjoy ethnic food, artisan crafts, ethnic dancing, storytelling by Joy Wilcox, activities for children and music from the Wheaton Municipal Band. The band begins at 8:00 p.m. This event is open to the public and admission is free.

Culinary Tour of Europe Wednesday, July 24 at 7:00 p.m. Large Meeting Room, Lower Level Register online beginning June 1

Chef Michael Maddox prepares dishes from France, Spain, Germany, and Italy. Fill your recipe box with great new recipes to share with family and friends. Tastings included!

Taste of Greece Tuesday, August 13 at 7:00 p.m. Large Meeting Room, Lower Level Register online beginning June 1

Travelers Susan Miura and Patt Nicholls take you to all the famous sights of Athens and Greece’s breathtaking islands. Greek foods, including olives, seafood, crepes, and desserts, will be discussed. Also enjoy snacks, recipes, and prizes!

Computer Classes
If you’d like to learn the basics of Microsoft Word, Excel or PowerPoint check out our Computer Classes page. You’ll find registration information, links to online tutorials, and more.

Book Discussions
If you love to talk about contemporary fiction, join our Contemporary Book Discussion group. The Great Books discussion group encourages a personal approach to literature and engages in a search for the author's meaning. For more information, see the Book Discussion Groups page.

Investment Club Assistance
The library has many resources available to Investment Clubs. Several business databases, including ValueLine Online, Morningstar and Reference USA provide needed information and background about company histories and recent events. Our librarians can provide a tutorial for your group on any of these databases. If your group is interested, please contact the Reference Department at 868-7520 for more information.