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Colored pencils, paints, and paint brushes

Homeschool Art Club

Thursday, March 19, 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, March 19, 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.

Button Maker

Homeschool Button Maker Crafts

Friday, March 20, 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, March 20, 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.

3 young women playing acoustic guitars

Beginning Guitar Clinic

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Arts & Culture Center at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Classes, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Teens, Middle School, High School, Elementary School

In 30-minute sessions, local guitar teacher Brant Buckley will teach groups of 3-4 students.

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Arts & Culture Center
Age Group: Adults, Teens, Middle School, High School, Elementary School
Program Type: Classes, In-Person
Event Details:

In 30-minute sessions, local guitar teacher Brant Buckley will teach groups of 3-4 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. 

Family working on a puzzle at a table

Family Time: DIY Puzzles

Saturday, March 21, 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

Decorate a puzzle that you can take home! One puzzle per person while supplies last.

No registration required; drop in between 2:30pm and 4:30pm to participate.

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

Decorate a puzzle that you can take home! One puzzle per person while supplies last.

No registration required; drop in between 2:30pm and 4:30pm 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.

Pokemon ball on cards

Pokémon Club

Monday, March 23, 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.

Child playing chess

Chess Club: Instruction and Open Play

Thursday, March 26, 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.

Boy holding laser tag blaster

Laser Tag 2pm

Monday, March 30, 2026 at 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School

Grades K-5

See if you can tag your way to victory! Phasers are provided by the library.

Registration required.

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

Grades K-5

See if you can tag your way to victory! Phasers are provided by the library.

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.

Boy holding laser tag blaster

Laser Tag 4pm

Monday, March 30, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School

Grades K-5

See if you can tag your way to victory! Phasers are provided by the library.

Registration required.

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

Grades K-5

See if you can tag your way to victory! Phasers are provided by the library.

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.

Boy holding laser tag blaster

Laser Tag 6:30pm

Monday, March 30, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School

Grades K-5

See if you can tag your way to victory! Phasers are provided by the library.

Registration required.

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

Grades K-5

See if you can tag your way to victory! Phasers are provided by the library.

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 and parts to make buttons

Button Maker Crafts

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 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. 

Teacher reading a book to a couple elementary age students

K-2 Book Explorers

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School

Grades K-2

Let's explore some stories together! Stop by for a read-aloud and related activities.

No registration required.

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

Grades K-2

Let's explore some stories together! Stop by for a read-aloud and related activities.

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.

Legos

Family Lego Night

Thursday, April 2, 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.

Colorful eggs in a basket

Spring Egg Hunt

All Day
Youth Services at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School

Children with caregiver

Find an egg, hide an egg! Join us for a spring egg hunt. Find the eggs, grab a prize, and hide them again for more fun!

No registration required.

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Youth Services
Age Group: Youth, Families, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Children with caregiver

Find an egg, hide an egg! Join us for a spring egg hunt. Find the eggs, grab a prize, and hide them again for more fun!

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.

Children smiling and listening

Family Storytime

Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School

Families

Spend your Saturday morning with us for Family Storytime. We'll read, play, draw, and more!

No registration required.

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

Families

Spend your Saturday morning with us for Family Storytime. We'll read, play, draw, 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. 

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.

Kitten holding a string in it's mouth

DIY Pet Toys

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 4:15pm - 4:45pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School

Grades K-5

Make a toy for your pet or to give as a gift!

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
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades K-5

Make a toy for your pet or to give as a gift!

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

Homeschool Art Club

Thursday, April 9, 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, April 9, 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.

Lego train on tracks

Northern IL LEGO Train Club Display

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
Arts & Culture Center at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person, STEM
Age Group:
Adults, Teens, Middle School, High School, Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, All Ages

Marvel at the vibrant, intricately detailed world created by the Northern Illinois LEGO Train Club! Come see monsters, robots, dragons, princesses, planes, spaceships, superheroes, and more!

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: In-Person, STEM
Event Details:

Marvel at the vibrant, intricately detailed world created by the Northern Illinois LEGO Train Club! Come see monsters, robots, dragons, princesses, planes, spaceships, superheroes, and more!

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.

Lego train on tracks

Northern IL LEGO Train Club Display

Sunday, April 12, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Arts & Culture Center at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person, STEM
Age Group:
Adults, Teens, Middle School, High School, Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, All Ages

Marvel at the vibrant, intricately detailed world created by the Northern Illinois LEGO Train Club! Come see monsters, robots, dragons, princesses, planes, spaceships, superheroes, and more!

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: In-Person, STEM
Event Details:

Marvel at the vibrant, intricately detailed world created by the Northern Illinois LEGO Train Club! Come see monsters, robots, dragons, princesses, planes, spaceships, superheroes, and more!

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.

boy sitting on couch playing videogame

Switch Games

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School

Grades K-5

Join us for some Nintendo Switch gaming!

Drop-in; no registration required.

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

Grades K-5

Join us for some Nintendo Switch gaming!

Drop-in; 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.

Tweens outside smiling

Tween Time (Grades 3-5)

Tuesday, April 14, 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.

Group of children smiling with their hands up

K-2 Club

Thursday, April 16, 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.