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Adopt a Pretend Pet: 10am

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool

Ages 3-5 with caregiver

Come and pick out a miniature pet, give them a name, and make a little home for them (to bring them to your home).

Registration required

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

Ages 3-5 with caregiver

Come and pick out a miniature pet, give them a name, and make a little home for them (to bring them to your 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. 

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.

Table with pamphlets

Info Table: Legal Aid Society of Metropolitan Family Services

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Arts & Culture Center at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person
Age Group:
Adults

A legal aid attorney from the Metropolitan Family Services will answer questions and provide information about free legal resources and services to anyone experiencing housing insecurity and/or eviction. 
 

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

A legal aid attorney from the Metropolitan Family Services will answer questions and provide information about free legal resources and services to anyone experiencing housing insecurity and/or eviction. 
 

Child cutting cardboard

Adopt a Pretend Pet: 11am

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool

Ages 3-5 with caregiver

Come and pick out a miniature pet, give them a name, and make a little home for them (to bring them to your home).

Registration required

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

Ages 3-5 with caregiver

Come and pick out a miniature pet, give them a name, and make a little home for them (to bring them to your 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. 

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.

Woman with arms crossed wearing an apron

Running Your Small Business

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Business, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults

Get tips on the financial and backend business from someone who's gone through it. Ryan Marks will share educational content and personal experiences learned in the trenches.

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

Get tips on the financial and backend business from someone who's gone through it. Ryan Marks will share educational content and personal experiences learned in the trenches.

Woman helping with resume

Resume Review Drop-In

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Jobs & Careers
Age Group:
Adults

Looking for opportunities to network, get help completing job applications, writing your resume and cover letter, or preparing for an interview? Drop in to the Resume Review!

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

Looking for opportunities to network, get help completing job applications, writing your resume and cover letter, or preparing for an interview? Drop in to the Resume Review!

Preschool girl participating in a craft with leaves

Nature Telling

Wednesday, March 18, 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.

Waitlist
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.

3D printer printing a green vase

Beginner 3D Printing: Tweens

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Computer Classroom 2A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Classes, Tech Classes
Age Group:
Elementary School

Want to learn to build in 3D?  Learn the basics of building in Tinkercad and celebrate the season by creating a unique keepsake that showcases your newfound skills! Suitable for complete beginners.

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

Want to learn to build in 3D?  Learn the basics of building in Tinkercad and celebrate the season by creating a unique keepsake that showcases your newfound skills! Suitable for complete beginners.

Teens sitting at table playing board game

Gaming Club

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Clubs, Games
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School

Join us for all the gaming! We'll provide board games, card games and our Nintendo Switch. Feel free to bring your own games and devices!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Clubs, Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for all the gaming! We'll provide board games, card games and our Nintendo Switch. Feel free to bring your own games and devices!

Mother and child smiling at eachother

Meetup For Caregivers of Autistic Children

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person
Age Group:
Adults

Parents, caregivers, and family members of Autistic and neurodivergent children of all ages are welcome to join an open and supportive environment to share experiences, challenges, achievements, and resources. 

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

Parents, caregivers, and family members of Autistic and neurodivergent children of all ages are welcome to join an open and supportive environment to share experiences, challenges, achievements, and resources. 

historic photo of nurses caring for patient during WWII

Women's History: WWII POW Nurses

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
History, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults

In 1941, twelve U.S. Navy nurses were taken prisoner of war in the Philippines by Japan.

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: History, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

In 1941, twelve U.S. Navy nurses were taken prisoner of war in the Philippines by Japan.

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.

A row of people in front of computers

Using Your iPhone Series

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Computer Classroom 2A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Classes, Tech Classes
Age Group:
Adults

Ready to go beyond the basics? This 3 part class series explores helpful features, smart settings, and built-in tools that can make your iPhone more powerful, efficient, and fun to use.

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

Ready to go beyond the basics? This 3 part class series explores helpful features, smart settings, and built-in tools that can make your iPhone more powerful, efficient, and fun to use.

Woman speaking to multiple people on a zoom interview

The Virtual Interview

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Jobs & Careers
Age Group:
Adults

Practical guidance on presenting yourself professionally in a virtual interview, from optimizing your technology to managing your on-camera presence.

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:

Practical guidance on presenting yourself professionally in a virtual interview, from optimizing your technology to managing your on-camera presence.

Older adults joining hands

Caregiver Support Group

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults

Caregiving is a difficult job and many struggle with its day-to-day challenges. Led by Jenn Navarro, Memory Program Director at Belmont Village, we’ll discuss what works, what doesn’t, and how you can take care of yourself and your loved one.

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

Caregiving is a difficult job and many struggle with its day-to-day challenges. Led by Jenn Navarro, Memory Program Director at Belmont Village, we’ll discuss what works, what doesn’t, and how you can take care of yourself and your loved one.

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. 

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.

Writers Group

Writers Group

Thursday, March 19, 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.

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.

English Conversation Group

English Conversation Group

Saturday, March 21, 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, March 21, 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.

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.

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.

Cartoon hedgehog reading outside

Storytime: Great Beginnings

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Babies
Storytime - Great Beginnings:

Birth-23 months old with caregivers. Babies and their caregivers will share rhymes, fingerplays, songs, and books together.

Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Families, Babies
Program Type: Storytime

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.