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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.

Writers Group

Writers Group

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual2 at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Clubs, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults

The WPL Writers Group meets monthly on the 3rd Thursday via Zoom.

Zoom Webinars and Meetings:

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email and reminders containing information about joining the Zoom program. If you need assistance, please email us. Informatio...

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Virtual2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Clubs, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

The WPL Writers Group meets monthly on the 3rd Thursday via Zoom.

Zoom Webinars and Meetings

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email and reminders containing information about joining the Zoom program. If you need assistance, please email us.

Information about joining the Zoom webinar or meeting

Disclaimer(s)

Virtual Program Conduct Policy

The library's patron conduct policy applies to virtual library programs. Library staff has the right to remove participants from virtual programs who are in violation of the patron conduct policy.

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.

cast of Hamnet

Movie: Hamnet

Friday, May 22, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Movie
Age Group:
Adults

After losing their son Hamnet to plague, Agnes and William Shakespeare grapple with grief in 16th-century England. A healer, Agnes must find strength to care for her surviving children while processing her devastating loss.

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

After losing their son Hamnet to plague, Agnes and William Shakespeare grapple with grief in 16th-century England. A healer, Agnes must find strength to care for her surviving children while processing her devastating loss.

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. 

Library Closed

All Day 5/24 - 5/25
Wheaton Public Library

The Library is Closed.

Closing
Branches:
Wheaton Public Library
Description:

The Library is Closed.

Adults playing BINGO

ACES: BINGO & Trivia

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Games, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for an afternoon of fun games, companionship, friendly competition, and small prizes. Along with a few rounds of BINGO, we'll test our wits with some trivia!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for an afternoon of fun games, companionship, friendly competition, and small prizes. Along with a few rounds of BINGO, we'll test our wits with some trivia!

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. 

Finals Week - Study Zone

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 2:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person
Age Group:
Teens, High School

College? High School? Other? Everyone knows about the bane of Finals Week.

We'll have a Meeting Room open to have a quiet place to study and prepare for one of the most stressful tests of the school year.

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teens, High School
Program Type: In-Person
Event Details:

College? High School? Other? Everyone knows about the bane of Finals Week.

We'll have a Meeting Room open to have a quiet place to study and prepare for one of the most stressful tests of the school year.

Adults around a table

New Moms Book Club

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adults

Are you a new mom or mom with young kids looking for a casual and relaxed book club? Join us as we discuss a different book each month and meet other local moms!

Pick up copies of the book:

Copies of the book are available at the library.  Please ask at the Welcome Desk or Curbside Pickup.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion
Registration Required
Event Details:

Are you a new mom or mom with young kids looking for a casual and relaxed book club? Join us as we discuss a different book each month and meet other local moms!

Pick up copies of the book

Copies of the book are available at the library.  Please ask at the Welcome Desk or Curbside Pickup.

Two women talking

Social Intelligence to Strengthen Your Networking Connections

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Business, In-Person, Jobs & Careers
Age Group:
Adults

Learn beneficial skills and behaviors that contribute to (and diminish from) building strong rapport with people.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business, In-Person, Jobs & Careers
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn beneficial skills and behaviors that contribute to (and diminish from) building strong rapport with people.

Finals Week - Study Zone

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 2:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person
Age Group:
Teens, High School

College? High School? Other? Everyone knows about the bane of Finals Week.

We'll have a Meeting Room open to have a quiet place to study and prepare for one of the most stressful tests of the school year.

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teens, High School
Program Type: In-Person
Event Details:

College? High School? Other? Everyone knows about the bane of Finals Week.

We'll have a Meeting Room open to have a quiet place to study and prepare for one of the most stressful tests of the school year.

Chronicles Of Yarnia - Fiber Art Club

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Art, Arts & Crafts, Clubs, DIY, In-Person
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School

Are you an avid fan of yarn work and would like to meet some fellow yarn-trepreneurs, while earning volunteer hours? Together, we'll work on individual, group projects, and donations for non-profit groups!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2B
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Art, Arts & Crafts, Clubs, DIY, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Are you an avid fan of yarn work and would like to meet some fellow yarn-trepreneurs, while earning volunteer hours? Together, we'll work on individual, group projects, and donations for non-profit groups!

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

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. 

Two women talking

AI for Small Business

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Business, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults

Learn how to use AI tools to create customer personas, write blog and social posts, and plan content more efficiently. No tech skills required — just real-world tips and practical takeaways you can start using right away.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to use AI tools to create customer personas, write blog and social posts, and plan content more efficiently. No tech skills required — just real-world tips and practical takeaways you can start using right away.

English Conversation Group

English Conversation Group

Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
ESL, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults

Wheaton Library and Literacy DuPage host an English Conversation Group every Saturday morning. Practice your English and learn new phrases in a friendly environment! Everyone is always welcome.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ESL, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

Wheaton Library and Literacy DuPage host an English Conversation Group every Saturday morning. Practice your English and learn new phrases in a friendly environment! Everyone is always welcome.

Old photos and documents

Irish in the Great Lakes

Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Genealogy, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults

This presentation explores how and why Irish communities took root across the Great Lakes region in the Midwest—from Chicago to Detroit to Cleveland to Milwaukee, and smaller lake-port and inland farm towns—shaped by global events, border crossing

Zoom Webinars and Meetings:

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email and reminders containing information about joining the Zoom program. If you need assistance, please email us. Informatio...

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

This presentation explores how and why Irish communities took root across the Great Lakes region in the Midwest—from Chicago to Detroit to Cleveland to Milwaukee, and smaller lake-port and inland farm towns—shaped by global events, border crossing

Zoom Webinars and Meetings

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email and reminders containing information about joining the Zoom program. If you need assistance, please email us.

Information about joining the Zoom webinar or meeting

Disclaimer(s)

Virtual Program Conduct Policy

The library's patron conduct policy applies to virtual library programs. Library staff has the right to remove participants from virtual programs who are in violation of the patron conduct policy.

Old photos and documents

Genealogy Assistance - DAR

Monday, June 1, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Genealogy Center at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults

A representative from the Perrin-Wheaton chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution is available in the Genealogy area to answer questions.

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Genealogy Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy
Event Details:

A representative from the Perrin-Wheaton chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution is available in the Genealogy area to answer questions.

Showing On The Green Screen (Plant Movie-a-thon)

Monday, June 1, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Movie
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School

On brand with our Summer Reading theme 'Plant a Seed, Read', join us for a weekly movie viewing; digging into both horror and palate-cleansing young movies.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: In-Person, Movie
Registration Required
Event Details:

On brand with our Summer Reading theme 'Plant a Seed, Read', join us for a weekly movie viewing; digging into both horror and palate-cleansing young movies.

Old photos and documents

Genealogy Assistance - DCGS

Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Genealogy Center at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults

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

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Genealogy Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy
Event Details:

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

Fiction Book Club

Fiction Book Discussion

Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for an in-person discussion of a fiction title in Meeting Room 2B.

Pick up copies of the book:

Copies of the book are available at the library.  Please ask at the Welcome Desk or Curbside Pickup.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for an in-person discussion of a fiction title in Meeting Room 2B.

Pick up copies of the book

Copies of the book are available at the library.  Please ask at the Welcome Desk or Curbside Pickup.

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. 

English Conversation Group

English Conversation Group

Saturday, June 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
ESL, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults

Wheaton Library and Literacy DuPage host an English Conversation Group every Saturday morning. Practice your English and learn new phrases in a friendly environment! Everyone is always welcome.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ESL, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

Wheaton Library and Literacy DuPage host an English Conversation Group every Saturday morning. Practice your English and learn new phrases in a friendly environment! Everyone is always welcome.

Showing On The Green Screen (Plant Movie-a-thon)

Monday, June 8, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Movie
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School

On brand with our Summer Reading theme 'Plant a Seed, Read', join us for a weekly movie viewing; digging into both horror and palate-cleansing young movies.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: In-Person, Movie
Registration Required
Event Details:

On brand with our Summer Reading theme 'Plant a Seed, Read', join us for a weekly movie viewing; digging into both horror and palate-cleansing young movies.

Fiction Book Club

Fiction Book Discussion

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for an in-person discussion of a fiction title in Meeting Room 2B.

Pick up copies of the book:

Copies of the book are available at the library.  Please ask at the Welcome Desk or Curbside Pickup.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for an in-person discussion of a fiction title in Meeting Room 2B.

Pick up copies of the book

Copies of the book are available at the library.  Please ask at the Welcome Desk or Curbside Pickup.

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.