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Coding & Music Making

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room C at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person, STEM
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Use Tunepad to compose your own musical masterpiece. 

Registration Open
Required
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. 

Pokemon Tournament

Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room C at Wheaton Public Library
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Bring your deck and put your skills to the test for fun and prizes!  

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Required
Event Details:

Bring your deck and put your skills to the test for fun and prizes!

 

Pink, yellow, and purple 3D printed butterflies in 3D printed grass

3D Print Club

Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Computer Classroom 2A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Clubs, In-Person, STEM
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

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

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

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

A row of people in front of computers

Google Drive - Introduction

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Computer Classroom 2A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Tech Classes
Age Group:
Adults, Teens
Event Details:

Use Google’s cloud storage service to create documents, upload and download files, and share files with other users. Students must have a Google Drive account.

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

Use Google’s cloud storage service to create documents, upload and download files, and share files with other users. Students must have a Google Drive account.

Person that has given blood

Versiti Blood Drive

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 1:00pm - 6:00pm
Arts & Culture Center at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Teens
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. Appointment link will be provided soon. Appoi...

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. Appointment link will be provided soon.

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. 

Teen Book Lounge

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
West Plaza at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Join us for snacks and to discuss the books you loved and hated this summer!

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: West Plaza
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Book Discussion
Required
Event Details:

Join us for snacks and to discuss the books you loved and hated this summer!

migration

Movie Under the Stars: Migration

Friday, August 2, 2024 at 8:00pm - 10:00pm
West Plaza at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Movie
Age Group:
Adults, Teens, Middle School, High School, Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, All Ages
Event Details:

Bring your lawn chairs and blankets to the West Plaza for a showing of Migration under the stars!  Space is limited and available on a first-come/first-served basis. I...

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: In-Person, Movie
Event Details:

Bring your lawn chairs and blankets to the West Plaza for a showing of Migration under the stars! 

Disclaimer(s)

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.

A row of people in front of computers

Introduction to Canva

Monday, August 5, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Computer Classroom 2A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Tech Classes
Age Group:
Adults, Teens
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. We’ll show you the basic steps from ...

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Computer Classroom 2A
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Tech Classes
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.

Woman looking out the window

So, You Want to Start a Podcast?!

Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Business, In-Person, Jobs & Careers
Age Group:
Adults, Teens, High School
Event Details:

Starting a podcast can feel overwhelming if you’re doing it by yourself, but you don’t have to do it alone! Learn ten easy steps that will give you what you need to confidently ...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2B
Age Group: Adults, Teens, High School
Program Type: Business, In-Person, Jobs & Careers
Required
Event Details:

Starting a podcast can feel overwhelming if you’re doing it by yourself, but you don’t have to do it alone!

Learn ten easy steps that will give you what you need to confidently create, launch and grow a great podcast.

Chess piece being knocked over

Chess Club: Instruction and Open Play

Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Classes, Games
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, Youth, Elementary School
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. No registration required....

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.

Pink, yellow, and purple 3D printed butterflies in 3D printed grass

3D Print Club

Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Computer Classroom 2A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Clubs, In-Person, STEM
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

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

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

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

Chess piece being knocked over

Chess Club: Instruction and Open Play

Monday, August 12, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Services at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Classes, Games
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, Youth, Elementary School
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. No registration required....

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Youth Services
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.

Woman looking out the window

ATS & Your Resume

Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Jobs & Careers, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults, Teens, High School
Event Details:

This program aims to demystify the Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and optimize resumes for success in the digital job market. You will gain understanding of how ATS works and lea...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults, Teens, High School
Program Type: Jobs & Careers, Virtual
Required
Event Details:

This program aims to demystify the Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and optimize resumes for success in the digital job market.

Soda

Concert: soda

Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
West Plaza at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Concert, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Teens, Middle School, High School, Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, All Ages
Event Details:

soda returns to WPL! Rocking all of your favorite classic and current hits, you’ll find that Soda captures the heart and soul of one of the most diverse play lists you’ll find anyw...

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:

soda returns to WPL! Rocking all of your favorite classic and current hits, you’ll find that Soda captures the heart and soul of one of the most diverse play lists you’ll find anywhere.

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.

Family of three watching movie in a theater

Sensory Friendly Family Movie

Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults, Teens, Middle School, High School, Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, All Ages
Event Details:

All ages Join us for a sensory friendly movie screening. The room will be lighter, the volume will be lower, and audience members are welcome to move around, talk, and sing. Noi...

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.

Two women talking

Leading Together

Monday, August 19, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Business, In-Person, Jobs & Careers
Age Group:
Adults, High School
Event Details:

Learn more about the leadership approach that has been practiced for thousands of years yet is just now being discovered by businesses, nonprofits, educational institutions, and go...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2B
Age Group: Adults, High School
Program Type: Business, In-Person, Jobs & Careers
Required
Event Details:

Learn more about the leadership approach that has been practiced for thousands of years yet is just now being discovered by businesses, nonprofits, educational institutions, and government agencies around the world.

A row of people in front of computers

AI Overview

Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Computer Classroom 2A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Tech Classes
Age Group:
Adults, Teens
Event Details:

Curious about AI, but still cautious about using it? This class discusses terminology and the varied options available for use. Time will also be given for “test-driving” ChatGPT, ...

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

Curious about AI, but still cautious about using it? This class discusses terminology and the varied options available for use. Time will also be given for “test-driving” ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Google Bard and more.

 

A row of people in front of computers

Google Drive - Using Docs, Sheets, Slides and Forms

Monday, August 26, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Computer Classroom 2A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Tech Classes
Age Group:
Adults, Teens
Event Details:

Looking for an alternative to MS Office? Discover the versatility of using Google Drive’s built-in apps. Class includes Docs (word processing), Sheets (spreadsheet), Slides (presen...

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

Looking for an alternative to MS Office? Discover the versatility of using Google Drive’s built-in apps. Class includes Docs (word processing), Sheets (spreadsheet), Slides (presentation), and Forms. Students must have a Google Drive account.