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Gingerbread cookies being decorated

Nailed It! - Cookie Decorating

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room C at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Food
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School

Can you create a cookie masterpiece? We'll provide some inspiration, you'll see if you can replicate it or create something from your own imagination. 

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Food
Registration Required
Event Details:

Can you create a cookie masterpiece? We'll provide some inspiration, you'll see if you can replicate it or create something from your own imagination. 

A row of people in front of computers

iPhone Watch

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Computer Classroom 2A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Tech Classes
Age Group:
Adults, Teens

Discover how to get the most out of your Apple Watch. This class covers tips and tricks for customizing your watch face, tracking health and fitness, managing notifications, and staying connected right from your wrist. 

 

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Computer Classroom 2A
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Tech Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discover how to get the most out of your Apple Watch. This class covers tips and tricks for customizing your watch face, tracking health and fitness, managing notifications, and staying connected right from your wrist. 

 

depiction of Vermeer's painting, Girl with a Pearl Earring

Art History: Jan Vermeer

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Art, History, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults

Join art historian Jeff Mishur for an in-depth discussion of seventeenth century painter Jan Vermeer’s most iconic paintings and their historical context to enrich your understanding of the forces behind Vermeer's work.

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: Art, History, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join art historian Jeff Mishur for an in-depth discussion of seventeenth century painter Jan Vermeer’s most iconic paintings and their historical context to enrich your understanding of the forces behind Vermeer's work.

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, February 27, 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 The Straight Story movie

Movie: The Straight Story

Friday, February 27, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Movie
Age Group:
Adults

A retired farmer and widower in his 70s learns his estranged brother may not recover from a stroke. Determined to make things right while he still can, Alvin Straight makes the 300-mile reunion trip on his old lawnmower.

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

A retired farmer and widower in his 70s learns his estranged brother may not recover from a stroke. Determined to make things right while he still can, Alvin Straight makes the 300-mile reunion trip on his old lawnmower.

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, February 28, 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.

Handful of crocheted hearts

Needles in the Bookstacks

Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Arts & Culture Center at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Clubs, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults

Drop-in the Arts & Culture Center on the Main Floor of the library every Saturday with your knitting, cross stitch, or crochet project and join our group! Make progress on your project and share techniques.

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

Drop-in the Arts & Culture Center on the Main Floor of the library every Saturday with your knitting, cross stitch, or crochet project and join our group! Make progress on your project and share techniques.

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.

Hand painting

Color Fun

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Age Group:
Youth, Toddlers

Ages 2-3 with caregiver

Let's do some fun color activities together!

Registration required.

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

Ages 2-3 with caregiver

Let's do some fun color activities together!

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.

Old photos and documents

Genealogy Assistance - DAR

Monday, March 2, 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.

Chocolate covered strawberries in a bowl

Strawberry Drizzle 4pm

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Youth Services at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Food
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School

Grades K-5

Prepare an epic, delicious strawberry! Whipped cream? Chocolate? What will you drizzle on your strawberry? Strawberry and ingredients will be provided. Common allergens may be present during this food-based program.

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

Grades K-5

Prepare an epic, delicious strawberry! Whipped cream? Chocolate? What will you drizzle on your strawberry? Strawberry and ingredients will be provided. Common allergens may be present during this food-based program.

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. 

Chocolate covered strawberries in a bowl

Strawberry Drizzle 6:30pm

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Youth Services at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Food
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School

Grades K-5

Prepare an epic, delicious strawberry! Whipped cream? Chocolate? What will you drizzle on your strawberry? Strawberry and ingredients will be provided. Common allergens may be present during this food-based program.

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

Grades K-5

Prepare an epic, delicious strawberry! Whipped cream? Chocolate? What will you drizzle on your strawberry? Strawberry and ingredients will be provided. Common allergens may be present during this food-based program.

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. 

hand sewn sachet, scissors, ribbon, fabric and thread

DIY: Lavender Sachet

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults

Hand sew a small fabric bag to fill with soothing-scented dried lavender buds. Place your creation in a dresser drawer or hang it in a closet for a daily mood boost. All supplies included.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Hand sew a small fabric bag to fill with soothing-scented dried lavender buds. Place your creation in a dresser drawer or hang it in a closet for a daily mood boost. All supplies included.

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. 

Hand holding pen writing in a notebook

Writing Workshop: The House on Mango Street

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Classes, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults

Explore your family stories and personal memories in a creative and supportive environment! Join us for a writing workshop inspired by The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros.

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

Explore your family stories and personal memories in a creative and supportive environment! Join us for a writing workshop inspired by The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros.

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. 

Resume on a table with laptop in background

Resume Workshop

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Jobs & Careers
Age Group:
Adults

Through expert guidance and hands-on exercises, participants learn how to create a resume that stands out to employers and increases their chances of landing interviews.

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

Through expert guidance and hands-on exercises, participants learn how to create a resume that stands out to employers and increases their chances of landing interviews.

Two tween boys looking at wheels

Homeschool STEM Playground

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Homeschool, STEM
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School

Homeschool grades K-5

Try out some of our STEM toys including Gravity Maze, Bee Bots, and more!

No registration required.

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

Homeschool grades K-5

Try out some of our STEM toys including Gravity Maze, Bee Bots, 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.

Two tween boys looking at wheels

STEM Playground

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School

Grades K-5

Try out some of our STEM toys including Gravity Maze, Bee Bots, and more!

No registration required.

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

Grades K-5

Try out some of our STEM toys including Gravity Maze, Bee Bots, 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.

bowls of curry and rice

Cooking: Indian Street Food

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Food, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults

Join Surendra Rawat, Executive Chef at Wheaton’s India Palace Restaurant, for a culinary journey through the vibrant world of Indian street food! Experience the explosion of flavors and aromas that define this unique food artistry.

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Surendra Rawat, Executive Chef at Wheaton’s India Palace Restaurant, for a culinary journey through the vibrant world of Indian street food! Experience the explosion of flavors and aromas that define this unique food artistry.

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. 

Dungeons and dragons dice in a chest

Teen D&D Club

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room C at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Clubs, Games, In-Person
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School

Join us as we continue our adventure run by our teen volunteer.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Clubs, Games, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we continue our adventure run by our teen volunteer.

Older adults looking at laptop and documents

ACES: Taxes During Retirement

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Financial, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults

Understanding how taxes impact your retirement income may mean paying less in taxes on your hard-earned dollars.

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

Understanding how taxes impact your retirement income may mean paying less in taxes on your hard-earned dollars.

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. 

Teens sitting outside at a table talking

Teen Library Council - High School

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person
Age Group:
Teens, High School

Earn volunteer hours and help plan library programs!

 

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Teens, High School
Program Type: In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Earn volunteer hours and help plan library programs!

 

Two women smiling, shaking hands

Networking for Your Job Search

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Jobs & Careers
Age Group:
Adults

Learn how to make meaningful professional connections that can open doors in your job search. Take away practical strategies for building your network, starting conversations, and following up effectively resulting in career opportunities.

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

Learn how to make meaningful professional connections that can open doors in your job search. Take away practical strategies for building your network, starting conversations, and following up effectively resulting in career opportunities.

Old photos and documents

Genealogy Assistance - DCGS

Thursday, March 5, 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.

Legos

Family Lego Night

Thursday, March 5, 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.

Fiction Book Club

Fiction Book Discussion

Thursday, March 5, 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.