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Did you know that one of Chicago’s earliest industries was Christmas trees and wreaths? Or that Chicagoans have contributed some of the most beloved holiday songs? Join Chicago historian Clarence Goodman as he discusses all things Yule in Chicago!

Grades K and up with caregiver
Drop in to meet other homeschooling families in the area over games and activities.
No registration required.

WPL & Dry City have teamed up once again to bring you another Wheaton Science Theater, this time as a double feature! Join us at Dry City for Santa Claus Conquers the Martians at 6 pm, followed by Santa Claus at 7:30 pm.

This program is held at Dry City Brew Works at 120 N. Main St in downtown Wheaton.

If you love to talk about contemporary fiction, join our Contemporary Book Discussion group. Pick up a copy of the upcoming title at the Checkout Desk. Visit http://wheatonlibrary.org/browse/books/book-discussions for titles.

Stop by the Teenspace to play some Super Smash Bros Ultimate or Mario Kart 8.

Make a variety of paper trees to use as a centerpiece or to decorate a table.

All ages with caregivers
During our storytime break, explore hands-on stations and create something unexpected. Let your imagination run wild.
No registration required.

Shown with Closed Captioning. Rated PG or PG-13 unless otherwise noted.

A successful song-and-dance team become romantically involved with a sister act and team up to save the failing Vermont inn of their former commanding general. 2h.

Put your holiday decorating skills to work and create your best edible house for the Gingerbread House Contest. You do not need to register your gingerbread creation, just bring it with you between noon and 1pm to enter.

Prizes will be awarded for the following categories: children, teen, adult, and people’s choice.

Expectant parents-9 months old with caregivers (older siblings welcome)
A new storytime has arrived! Join us for stories, songs, and movement designed for the littlest ones. Because we know it's never too early to start, expectant parents are welcome to participate.
No registration required.

The Library Board of Trustees of the Wheaton Public Library will hold the regular monthly Board meetings on the third Monday of each month at 7pm. Meetings are held in the Library Board Room on the 3rd floor. The public is welcome.

Join your fellow business owners as they discuss and share ideas to help your business grow and succeed.

Meeting Room H, 2nd Floor.

Limited to 25 participants. Registration required.

Grades 2-6 (caregivers welcome)
If you love to craft, this is the place for you! Share ideas or techniques, bring a project that you are working on, or start something new. Sewing machines and select craft materials will be available. Feel free to bring your own supplies.
No registration required.

All ages with caregivers
During our storytime break, explore hands-on stations and create something unexpected. Let your imagination run wild.
No registration required.

All ages (8 years old and younger must be with a caregiver)
Help us decide which flavor of candy cane is the most delicious! Please be aware of possible food allergies/sensitivities.
No registration required.

Representatives from NAMI (National Alliance for Mental Illness) DuPage will be at an information table on the main floor to answer questions about their services.

Create several gift tags to identify and trim your holiday packages!

Bring your deck (we'll provide a couple) and meet up with others to play and discuss strategy.

All ages with caregivers
During our storytime break, explore hands-on stations and create something unexpected. Let your imagination run wild.
No registration required.

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A representative from the DuPage Genealogical Society is available in the Genealogy area to answer questions

WPL and Literacy DuPage host an English conversation group every Saturday morning. Practice your English, learn new phrases, and learn in a friendly environment! Everyone is welcome!

Grades 3-6
Investigate and choose characters, imagine fun ways they might interact, and discover how to draw them with cartoonist Mark Anderson.
Registration required.

Have you adventured before, or is this your first time joining a group?
Whichever way, we'll be exploring and you're more than welcome to join our party!