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Family Storytime

Saturday, May 2, 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.

Preschool girl participating in a craft with leaves

Nature Telling

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Families, Toddlers, Preschool

Ages 2-5 with caregiver

Join a naturalist from Lincoln Marsh for stories and crafts!

Registration required.

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

Ages 2-5 with caregiver

Join a naturalist from Lincoln Marsh for stories and crafts!

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.

"May the fourth be with you" text on star background

May the Fourth Family Night

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Youth Services at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games, Movie
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Preschool, Elementary School

Families with children

May the Force be with you! Drop in for a cozy evening of Star Wars themed crafts and activities. It's not a big event-just a laid-back night to create, play, and enjoy some galactic fun together.

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

Families with children

May the Force be with you! Drop in for a cozy evening of Star Wars themed crafts and activities. It's not a big event-just a laid-back night to create, play, and enjoy some galactic fun together.

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.

Toddlers holding hands with caregivers

Bailar!

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Age Group:
Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool

Ages 0-5 with caregiver

Let's dance and sing in Spanish!

No registration required.

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

Ages 0-5 with caregiver

Let's dance and sing in Spanish!

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.

Mom reading a handmade card with child looking over her shoulder

DIY Mother's Day Cards

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School

Children

Stop by and make a card for someone special in your life.

No registration required; drop in between 1pm and 5pm 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:

Children

Stop by and make a card for someone special in your life.

No registration required; drop in between 1pm 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Jigsaw puzzle pieces

Jigsaw Puzzle Challenge

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 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.