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Art for Little Hands: 2:30pm

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool

Ages 1-5 with caregiver

Registration required

Let's make art together! Wear something that can get a little messy and work on a project that you can take home.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 1-5 with caregiver

Registration required

Let's make art together! Wear something that can get a little messy and work on a project that you can take home.

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.

Legos

Family Lego Night

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Preschool, Elementary School

Children and their families

Build together as a family and show off your Lego skills!

No registration required. This is a drop-in event. Feel free to stop by between 5:30pm and 7:30pm to participate. 

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Families, Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

Children and their families

Build together as a family and show off your Lego skills!

No registration required. This is a drop-in event. Feel free to stop by between 5:30pm and 7:30pm to participate. 

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.

Boy playing with blocks

Baby and Toddler Playdate

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Babies

Birth-3 years old with caregivers

Here's a chance for babies, toddlers, and their grown-ups to hang out and get to know each other. We'll have some toys and books available to use while you meet other families in the area.

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Families, Babies
Event Details:

Birth-3 years old with caregivers

Here's a chance for babies, toddlers, and their grown-ups to hang out and get to know each other. We'll have some toys and books available to use while you meet other families in the area.

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.

Boy drawing outside with colored pencils

Mark Anderson Cartooning: Really Really Weird Sports

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Art, Classes
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School

Grades K-5

You think Pickleball is weird?! Try Cycleball! Sepak Takraw! Bartitsu? And even...I hesitate to say it...Okay, prepare yourself...Fierljeppen! And we're drawing them all!

Registration required.

 

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Art, Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades K-5

You think Pickleball is weird?! Try Cycleball! Sepak Takraw! Bartitsu? And even...I hesitate to say it...Okay, prepare yourself...Fierljeppen! And we're drawing them all!

Registration required.

 

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.

Pokemon ball on cards

Pokémon Club

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School

Grades K-5

Meet fellow Pokémon trainers for a casual hangout at the library! Enjoy crafts, games, and other fun activities!

Registration required.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades K-5

Meet fellow Pokémon trainers for a casual hangout at the library! Enjoy crafts, games, and other fun activities!

Registration required.

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.

Panda and racoon hand puppets on blue background

Puppet Play

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool

Ages 3-5 with caregiver

Use your imagination for some creative fun with our animal puppets!

Registration required.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Preschool
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 3-5 with caregiver

Use your imagination for some creative fun with our animal puppets!

Registration required.

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.

Tweens outside smiling

Tween Time (Grades 3-5)

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 4:15pm - 4:45pm
Youth Services at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School

Grades 3-5

Come hang out with other tweens for some crafty activities.

Registration required.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Youth Services
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 3-5

Come hang out with other tweens for some crafty activities.

Registration required.

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.

Paper flowers surrounded by paint and paper rolls

DIY Birds and Flowers

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 5:00pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School

Children with caregiver

Make some springy decorations to take home!

No registration required; drop in between 10am and 5pm to participate.

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY
Event Details:

Children with caregiver

Make some springy decorations to take home!

No registration required; drop in between 10am and 5pm to participate.

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.

Group of children smiling with their hands up

K-2 Club

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 4:15pm - 4:45pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School

Grades K-2

Join us for activities, crafts, games, and more!

No registration required.

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
Event Details:

Grades K-2

Join us for activities, crafts, games, and more!

No registration required.

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.

Button Maker

Homeschool Button Maker Crafts

Friday, May 15, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Services at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Preschool, Elementary School

Children 

Stop by and use our button maker to create pins, magnets, and keychains! You can choose to use old book pages or create your own art.

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Youth Services
Age Group: Youth, Families, Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Children 

Stop by and use our button maker to create pins, magnets, and keychains! You can choose to use old book pages or create your own art.

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.

Button Maker

Button Maker Crafts

Friday, May 15, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Services at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Preschool, Elementary School

Children 

Stop by and use our button maker to create pins, magnets, and keychains! You can choose to use old book pages or create your own art.

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Youth Services
Age Group: Youth, Families, Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Children 

Stop by and use our button maker to create pins, magnets, and keychains! You can choose to use old book pages or create your own art.

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.

Seed packets in dirt

Plant Swap with Sustain DuPage

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Nature, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Teens, Youth, All Ages

Bring your extra seedlings and plants in repurposed containers to swap at 1 pm; those not bringing seedlings to swap may take up to 6 seedling plants per person beginning at 1:30 pm, while supplies last.

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults, Teens, Youth, All Ages
Program Type: Gardening & Nature, In-Person
Event Details:

Bring your extra seedlings and plants in repurposed containers to swap at 1 pm; those not bringing seedlings to swap may take up to 6 seedling plants per person beginning at 1:30 pm, while supplies last.

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.

Paint brushes and paint on wood table

Family Time: Painting Project

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School

Families with children

We'll be turning well-loved wooden cars, trains, and train table scenes into something new! Your creations are yours to take home. While supplies last.

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Families, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Families with children

We'll be turning well-loved wooden cars, trains, and train table scenes into something new! Your creations are yours to take home. While supplies last.

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.

Legos

Homeschool Lego Free Build

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School

Grades K-5 caregivers

Let's do Lego! Use the library's Lego collection to build whatever you'd like! We'll have some building prompts and activities but let your imagination be your guide.

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades K-5 caregivers

Let's do Lego! Use the library's Lego collection to build whatever you'd like! We'll have some building prompts and activities but let your imagination be your guide.

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.

Legos

Lego Free Build

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School

Grades K-5 caregivers

Let's do Lego! Use the library's Lego collection to build whatever you'd like! We'll have some building prompts and activities but let your imagination be your guide.

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades K-5 caregivers

Let's do Lego! Use the library's Lego collection to build whatever you'd like! We'll have some building prompts and activities but let your imagination be your guide.

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.

Colored pencils, paints, and paint brushes

Homeschool Art Club

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Homeschool
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School

Homeschool grades K-5

Let's make art together! Your creations are yours to take home!

Registration required.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Homeschool
Registration Required
Event Details:

Homeschool grades K-5

Let's make art together! Your creations are yours to take home!

Registration required.

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.

Colored pencils, paints, and paint brushes

Art Club

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Homeschool
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School

Grades K-5

Let's make art together! Your creations are yours to take home!

Registration required.

 

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Homeschool
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades K-5

Let's make art together! Your creations are yours to take home!

Registration required.

 

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.

Child playing chess

Chess Club: Instruction and Open Play

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Classes, Games
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, Youth, Elementary School

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.

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.

Teacher and student working on a craft

Community Partner Playdate

Friday, May 22, 2026 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Youth Services at Wheaton Public Library
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool

Ages 0-5 with caregivers

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Youth Services
Age Group: Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Event Details:

Ages 0-5 with caregivers

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.