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Clarence Goodman playing guitar

African American Music in Pivotal Decades

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library

Program Type:

Concert, History, In-Person

Age Group:

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

Professional musician and speaker Clarence Goodman will provide a multimedia concert featuring key songs and stories of the Black experience. Hear how disparate voices united during critical moments of societal change.

Writers Group

Writers Group

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual2 at Wheaton Public Library

Program Type:

Clubs, Virtual

Age Group:

Adults
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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.

Seed packets in dirt

Plant Swap with Sustain DuPage

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library

Program Type:

Gardening & Nature, In-Person

Age Group:

Adults, Teens, Youth, All Ages
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Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults, Teens, Youth, All Ages
Program Type: Gardening & Nature, In-Person
Event Details:

Dreaming of Summer and fresh produce from your garden? Get a head start on your garden and join Sustain DuPage at our free Plant Swap!

Legos

Lego Free Build

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library

Age Group:

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

Children with caregivers

Let's do Lego! Use the library's Lego collection to build whatever you'd like! We'll have some building prompts and activities but let your imagination be your guide.

women in library working together

Home History Research Help

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Genealogy Center at Wheaton Public Library

Program Type:

Genealogy, History, In-Person

Age Group:

Adults
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Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Genealogy Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy, History, In-Person
Event Details:

Interested in learning more about your historic property? Ever wonder how old your house is? Who lived there in the past? What it looked like originally?

Hokusai wood block print of The Wave

Hokusai and the Art of Edo

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A or via Zoom at Wheaton Public Library

Program Type:

Art, In-Person, Virtual

Age Group:

Adults
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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:

Join Diana Martinez, Director of the McAninch Arts Center (the MAC) at the College of DuPage, for a behind-the-scenes look at Hokusai & Ukiyo-e: The Floating World.

Person reviewing resumes on computer

Resume v Robots

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library

Program Type:

In-Person, Jobs & Careers

Age Group:

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

Learn the ropes of Applicant Tracking Systems and discover savvy strategies for a standout digital job market presence. By the end, you'll be armed with the skills to make your application shine in the eyes of both technology and people!

Group in 20s/30s sitting around a table holding books

20s & 30s Book Discussion

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library

Program Type:

Book Discussion

Age Group:

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

Join us to discuss this session's uplifting sci-fi The Measure by Nikki Erlick in meeting room 2B on the second floor. Intended for those in their 20s and 30s to discuss books and connect with others in their age range.

Woman helping with resume

Resume Review Drop-In

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library

Program Type:

Jobs & Careers

Age Group:

Adults
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Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: 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! We will provide support during what can be a stressful time.

Teacher and student working on a craft

Community Partner Playdate

Friday, May 23, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library

Age Group:

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

Ages 0-5 with caregivers

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Game Show Mania

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Teens, Middle School, High School
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Games, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Welcome to Game Show Mania where the questions are random and the activities were probably found online!

Tell Me About Yourself

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults, Teens
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2B
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: In-Person, Jobs & Careers
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to craft a compelling and confident response to the most common question asked in interviews, that highlights your skills, experience, and strengths.

Pride Month Hangout

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens, Middle School, High School
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Show your pride at WPL! Come to Meeting Room A to make DIY buttons, bracelets, keychains, and other crafts with friends and allies in a safe and welcoming environment. Snacks and drinks will be provided!

Chronicles Of Yarnia - Fiber Art Club

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens, Middle School, High School
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Arts & Culture Center
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.

Slime Club

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens, Middle School, High School
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Stop by this summer and make creative and fun slime!

 

Teen Music Bingo

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Teens, Middle School, High School
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Games, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

How well do you know the latest hit songs? Come to Teen Music Bingo and find out how well you know your tunes!

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.

After Hours Laser Tag

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens, Middle School, High School
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for an after hours laser tag battle. 

Gaming Club

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens, Middle School, High School
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Teenspace
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Clubs, Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

D&D Club

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens, Middle School, High School
Registration Open
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

The Great Wave - Acrylic Painting Workshop

5:00pm - 6:30pm
Teens, Middle School, High School
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Art
Registration Required
Event Details:

Paint your own Great Wave in this workshop led by Margaret Bucholz, of DuPage Art League. Materials included.

 

College Student Book Club

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults, Teens, High School
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Adults, Teens, High School
Registration Required
Event Details:

Catching up on reading over summer break? Stop in to discuss your favorite books and enjoy some snacks!

DIY Bath Bombs

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teens, Middle School, High School
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Mix together some ingredients and scents to create a custom bath bomb you can take home and enjoy!

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.

Student Craft Sale

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults, Teens, Middle School, Youth, Families, Elementary School
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Arts & Culture Center
Age Group: Adults, Teens, Middle School, Youth, Families, Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Business, In-Person
Event Details:

Grades K-12

Calling crafters and makers! Participate in our Student Craft Sale for the chance to sell your handmade creations in our library marketplace. 

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.

Level Up Your Movie Game

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Teens, Middle School, High School
Registration Open
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:

Is your game-based movie knowledge maxed out? Did you know there's some movies out there that were created either based on video games and game-type themes?

 

Level Up Your Movie Game

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Teens, Middle School, High School
Registration Open
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:

Is your game-based movie knowledge maxed out? Did you know there's some movies out there that were created either based on video games and game-type themes?

 

Chronicles Of Yarnia - Fiber Art Club

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens, Middle School, High School
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Arts & Culture Center
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.

D&D Club

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens, Middle School, High School
Registration Open
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

Anime and Manga Club

5:00pm - 6:30pm
Teens, Middle School, High School
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come to the library and watch some anime with fellow anime and manga lovers! Make crafts, color, and eat some library-provided snacks while you chat with new friends. (Cosplays not required, but are welcome!)

Hunger Games Book Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens, Middle School, High School
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Book Discussion
Registration Required
Event Details:

New to the series or on your umpteenth re-read stop by to discuss what you loved and hated. Have another favorite dystopian read? Bring it to share!

Teen Library Council - Middle School

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens, Middle School
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Teens, Middle School
Program Type: In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Earn volunteer hours and help create book displays, programs, activities and more! 

Teen Library Council - High School

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teens, High School
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Teens, High School
Program Type: In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Earn volunteer hours and help plan library programs!

 

Picnic and Paint

12:30pm - 2:00pm
Teens, Middle School, High School
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: West Plaza
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bring your lunch and a picnic blanket to the West Plaza and work on some watercolor art while eating and chatting with friends!

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.

Slime Club

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens, Middle School, High School
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Stop by this summer and make creative and fun slime!

 

Teen Volunteer - Haunted House Event Planning

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens, Middle School, High School
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Take part in planning, creating and running our all-ages October Haunted Activity House!

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.