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Miracles on Roosevelt Road

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A or via Zoom at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Art, History, In-Person, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults

Several churches along this throughway claim to host miraculous images, especially of Jesus and Mary. Dr.

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...

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A or via Zoom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art, History, In-Person, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

Several churches along this throughway claim to host miraculous images, especially of Jesus and Mary. Dr.

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)

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. 

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.

Child looking at paper holding color pencil

Mark Anderson Cartooning: Out of Toon

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Art, Classes
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School

Grades K-5

Get ready for some mischievous musical machinations as kids draw unique ukuleles, titanic tubas, and dynamic didgeridoos! And wait until you hear the cartoon cacophony at the end!

Registration required.

 

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

Grades K-5

Get ready for some mischievous musical machinations as kids draw unique ukuleles, titanic tubas, and dynamic didgeridoos! And wait until you hear the cartoon cacophony at the end!

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.

Hands pinning magazine clips on board

New Year Vision Boards

Monday, December 29, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room C at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Art, Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School

What do you want your 2026 to look like? Use library-provided materials to craft the perfect vision board to manifest all your dreams for the new year.

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

What do you want your 2026 to look like? Use library-provided materials to craft the perfect vision board to manifest all your dreams for the new year.

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.

Teen peeking through paint brushes

Winter Warmth Paint & Sip

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room C at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Art, Arts & Crafts, DIY, In-Person
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School

Join us as we gather around to sip on Hot Cocoa and Apple Cider while we paint and listen to cheery music during this cold season.

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

Join us as we gather around to sip on Hot Cocoa and Apple Cider while we paint and listen to cheery music during this cold season.

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.

Boy drawing outside with colored pencils

Mark Anderson Cartooning: Cartoon Castoffs

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Art, Classes
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School

Grades K-5

Oh sure, there's a lot of fun, popular, recognizable cartoon characters out there, but that's not who we're drawing. How about Greeney! Larry Loofah Loafters! Boo Boo La La! And Dog-Man-Dog!

Registration required.

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

Grades K-5

Oh sure, there's a lot of fun, popular, recognizable cartoon characters out there, but that's not who we're drawing. How about Greeney! Larry Loofah Loafters! Boo Boo La La! And Dog-Man-Dog!

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.

watercolor painting of city night scene by Maria Delton

Art Demo: Watercolor Scenes

Monday, January 19, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A or via Zoom at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Art, In-Person, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults

With planning, it’s possible to capture the heart of a scene without overworking it. Maria Delton explore how focusing on the idea for a piece can facilitate believable values, bold color choice, and lively shorthand.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A or via Zoom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art, In-Person, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

With planning, it’s possible to capture the heart of a scene without overworking it. Maria Delton explore how focusing on the idea for a piece can facilitate believable values, bold color choice, and lively shorthand.

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. 

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.

Boy drawing outside with colored pencils

Mark Anderson Cartooning: Food Fight

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Art, Classes
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School

Grades K-5

I know what you're thinking. We're going to draw characters throwing food. Nope! It's weirder than that! We're drawing anthropomorphic food having it out! Irritable ice cream! Mad meatloaf! Grumpy green beans! Don't miss this!

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

Grades K-5

I know what you're thinking. We're going to draw characters throwing food. Nope! It's weirder than that! We're drawing anthropomorphic food having it out! Irritable ice cream! Mad meatloaf! Grumpy green beans! Don't miss this!

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.

Gelatin print of leaves by Nancy Staszak

Art Demo: Gelatin Prints

Monday, February 16, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A or via Zoom at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Art, In-Person, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults

Gelatin printing is a simple, direct way to make prints of flowers, leaves, feathers, etc. using acrylic craft paints and no press. Nancy Staszak uses textured prints to create collage elements and much more.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A or via Zoom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art, In-Person, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

Gelatin printing is a simple, direct way to make prints of flowers, leaves, feathers, etc. using acrylic craft paints and no press. Nancy Staszak uses textured prints to create collage elements and much 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. 

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.

Teen painting on a easel

Watercolor Flowers and Vase

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room C at Wheaton Public Library
Program Type:
Art, Arts & Crafts, DIY, In-Person
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School, High School

Join us as we cheer on Spring by making some paper flowers and decorate our vases.

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

Join us as we cheer on Spring by making some paper flowers and decorate our vases.

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.

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.