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Gingerbread Person and Train

Gingerbread Extravaganza

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Arts & Culture Center at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Teens, Middle School, High School, Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, All Ages

Create a work of art out of gingerbread and enter our Gingerbread House Contest! Drop off your creation in the Arts & Culture Center beginning Friday, Dec. 12 at 3 pm through 10:30 am on Saturday, Dec. 13.

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Arts & Culture Center
Age Group: Adults, Teens, Middle School, High School, Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Event Details:

Create a work of art out of gingerbread and enter our Gingerbread House Contest! Drop off your creation in the Arts & Culture Center beginning Friday, Dec. 12 at 3 pm through 10:30 am on Saturday, Dec. 13.

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.

Jigsaw puzzle pieces

Jigsaw Puzzle Challenge

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Arts & Culture Center at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Games, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Families, All Ages

Gather your team of 2-4 puzzlers to race against others. Teams will choose from a variety of 500-piece puzzles, based on order of registration, at 5:30 pm. Prizes for the first 3 teams to finish.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Arts & Culture Center
Age Group: Adults, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Games, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Gather your team of 2-4 puzzlers to race against others. Teams will choose from a variety of 500-piece puzzles, based on order of registration, at 5:30 pm. Prizes for the first 3 teams to finish.

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 smiling and listening

Sensory Supported Storytime

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, All Ages

Children with caregiver

This sensory supported storytime provides a modified environment and is intended for families with disabilities, sensory processing disorders, and/or on the autism spectrum.

Registration is required.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, All Ages
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Children with caregiver

This sensory supported storytime provides a modified environment and is intended for families with disabilities, sensory processing disorders, and/or on the autism spectrum.

Registration is 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.

Hand wrapping gift on a blue background

Teen Volunteer - Holiday Wrap-a-thon

Sunday, December 21, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Arts & Culture Center at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages

Are you a fan of the holidays, but hate having to wrap gifts? Do you find the art of gift-wrapping to be a chore and too time-consuming?

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Arts & Culture Center
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: In-Person
Event Details:

Are you a fan of the holidays, but hate having to wrap gifts? Do you find the art of gift-wrapping to be a chore and too time-consuming?

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 in movie theater smiling up at a screen

Holiday Movie Marathon

Monday, December 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, All Ages

Families

We're watching as many holiday movies as we can! Join us for a showing or two. Feel free to bring blankets, pillows, and snacks as we celebrate the season!

Movie titles coming soon!

No registration required.

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, All Ages
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Families

We're watching as many holiday movies as we can! Join us for a showing or two. Feel free to bring blankets, pillows, and snacks as we celebrate the season!

Movie titles coming soon!

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. 

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.

colorful blocks that spell out "trivia" on a wood table

Family Trivia Night

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Elementary School, All Ages

Families

Grab the whole family and test your random knowledge skills! Questions will be geared towards a K-5 audience with adult help. Prizes will be awarded.

One registration per family, please.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Youth, Families, Elementary School, All Ages
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Families

Grab the whole family and test your random knowledge skills! Questions will be geared towards a K-5 audience with adult help. Prizes will be awarded.

One registration per family, please.

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 and parts to make buttons

Button Maker Crafts

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Arts & Culture Center at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Teens, Middle School, High School, Youth, Families, Preschool, Elementary School, All Ages

Stop by to choose an image and watch our button maker create a pin, magnet, or keychain to upcycle an old book illustration or feature your own original drawing. This is a drop-in event. 

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Arts & Culture Center
Age Group: Adults, Teens, Middle School, High School, Youth, Families, Preschool, Elementary School, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Event Details:

Stop by to choose an image and watch our button maker create a pin, magnet, or keychain to upcycle an old book illustration or feature your own original drawing. This is a drop-in event. 

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. 

Two children marking their bingo boards

Bingo

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Preschool, Elementary School, All Ages

Families

Let's play Bingo! We'll play different versions of the game for the chance to win a prize.

This is a drop-in event; stop by between 10am and noon to participate.

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Youth, Families, Preschool, Elementary School, All Ages
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Families

Let's play Bingo! We'll play different versions of the game for the chance to win a prize.

This is a drop-in event; stop by between 10am and noon 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.

Children smiling and listening

Sensory Supported Storytime

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, All Ages

Children with caregiver

This sensory supported storytime provides a modified environment and is intended for families with disabilities, sensory processing disorders, and/or on the autism spectrum.

Registration is required.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, All Ages
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Children with caregiver

This sensory supported storytime provides a modified environment and is intended for families with disabilities, sensory processing disorders, and/or on the autism spectrum.

Registration is 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.

Children smiling and listening

Sensory Supported Storytime

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, All Ages

Children with caregiver

This sensory supported storytime provides a modified environment and is intended for families with disabilities, sensory processing disorders, and/or on the autism spectrum.

Registration is required.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, All Ages
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Children with caregiver

This sensory supported storytime provides a modified environment and is intended for families with disabilities, sensory processing disorders, and/or on the autism spectrum.

Registration is 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.

donna herula

Concert: Donna Herula Trio

Sunday, February 15, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Concert, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages

Singer, songwriter, and Chicago Blues Hall of Fame inductee Donna Herula returns to WPL, joined by Tony Wittrock (guitar, mandolin, banjo) and Marc Edelstein (upright bass) for an afternoon of blues and roots

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Concert, In-Person
Event Details:

Singer, songwriter, and Chicago Blues Hall of Fame inductee Donna Herula returns to WPL, joined by Tony Wittrock (guitar, mandolin, banjo) and Marc Edelstein (upright bass) for an afternoon of blues and roots

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.

Bingo

Sunday, February 15, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Preschool, Elementary School, All Ages

Families

Let's play Bingo! We'll play different versions of the game for the chance to win a prize.

 

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

Families

Let's play Bingo! We'll play different versions of the game for the chance to win a prize.

 

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.

Children smiling and listening

Sensory Supported Storytime

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, All Ages

Children with caregiver

This sensory supported storytime provides a modified environment and is intended for families with disabilities, sensory processing disorders, and/or on the autism spectrum.

Registration is required.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, All Ages
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Children with caregiver

This sensory supported storytime provides a modified environment and is intended for families with disabilities, sensory processing disorders, and/or on the autism spectrum.

Registration is 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.

Open seed packets

Seed Swap with Sustain DuPage

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Nature
Age Group:
Adults, Teens, All Ages

Dreaming of Spring and fresh produce from your garden? Get a head start on your planning and join Sustain DuPage at our free Seed Swap!

What to bring:  

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

Dreaming of Spring and fresh produce from your garden? Get a head start on your planning and join Sustain DuPage at our free Seed Swap!

What to bring:  

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.

Children smiling and listening

Sensory Supported Storytime

Sunday, February 22, 2026 at 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, All Ages

Children with caregiver

This sensory supported storytime provides a modified environment and is intended for families with disabilities, sensory processing disorders, and/or on the autism spectrum.

Registration is required.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, All Ages
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Children with caregiver

This sensory supported storytime provides a modified environment and is intended for families with disabilities, sensory processing disorders, and/or on the autism spectrum.

Registration is 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.

Luck o the Irish

Concert: Gavin Coyle: Luck o’ the Irish

Sunday, March 22, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Concert, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages

Celebrate a belated St. Patrick’s Day with Irish baritone, Gavin Coyle, teamed with Carlyn Lloyd and Jon Warfel with pennywhistles, dulcimer, and drums for an afternoon of music from the homeland.

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Concert, In-Person
Event Details:

Celebrate a belated St. Patrick’s Day with Irish baritone, Gavin Coyle, teamed with Carlyn Lloyd and Jon Warfel with pennywhistles, dulcimer, and drums for an afternoon of music from the homeland.

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.

Jazz Spectrum

Concert: Jazz Spectrum

Sunday, April 19, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Concert, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages

From lush ballads to hip renditions of big band music to good-time ’50s rock n’ roll, Jazz Spectrum lays down a dazzling performance of rich harmonies and tight ensemble work.

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Concert, In-Person
Event Details:

From lush ballads to hip renditions of big band music to good-time ’50s rock n’ roll, Jazz Spectrum lays down a dazzling performance of rich harmonies and tight ensemble work.

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.