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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
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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.

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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.

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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.

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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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ACES: Wits Workout

Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library

Program Type:

Games, In-Person

Age Group:

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

Based on University of Illinois Extension’s research on brain health and aging, Wits Workout provides engaging, interactive games and puzzles to challenge your brain and learn how to keep it active and healthy.

Hokusai wood block print of The Wave

Hokusai Makes Waves in Wheaton

Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
West Plaza at Wheaton Public Library

Program Type:

Art, In-Person

Age Group:

Adults
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Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: West Plaza
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art, In-Person
Event Details:

Join us for the unveiling of Wheaton’s very own commissioned mural, part of this summer's Waves of DuPage Beautiful Cities Public Art project!

Old photos and documents

Enhance Genealogy Research and Analysis

Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual at Wheaton Public Library

Program Type:

Genealogy, Virtual

Age Group:

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

This presentation focuses on tools and activities for researchers to incorporate in genealogy research and historical source analysis. We will begin with a review of essential planning strategies to facilitate effective research projects.

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ACES: Aging in Place

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Will you be safe in your current home?

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. 

Fiction Book Discussion

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
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 Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin 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. 

Genealogy Assistance - DCGS

7:00pm - 9:00pm
Adults
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.

Movie: Nickel Boys

1:30pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: In-Person, Movie
Event Details:

After an innocent misstep, a hopeful student is sentenced to a brutal reformatory, deep in the Jim Crow South. With a new friend’s guidance, he navigates the challenges while maintaining his humanity and optimistic spirit. 

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

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
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.

Needles in the Bookstacks

10:00am - 1:00pm
Adults
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.

Summer Reading Kick-off & Ice Cream Social

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults, Teens, Middle School, High School, Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, All Ages
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: West Plaza
Age Group: Adults, Teens, Middle School, High School, Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, All Ages
Program Type: Games, In-Person
Event Details:

All ages. Join us outside on the West Plaza to kick off this year’s Summer Reading Challenge: Level Up! Grab a free ice cream treat and enjoy playing lawn games while listening to some DJ'ed tunes!

Disclaimer(s)

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.

DIY: Collagraph Printed Gift Bags

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Dive into Hokusai Summer Series

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. 

EQ in the Job Search

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

Navigate the job market with confidence and resilience. Through self-awareness, relationship-building, and stress management techniques, participants enhance their ability to make meaningful connections and secure fulfilling employment.

Fiction Book Discussion

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
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 Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin 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. 

Concert: JP & Jenny and the Flames

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults, Teens, Middle School, High School, Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, All Ages
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: West Plaza
Age Group: Adults, Teens, Middle School, High School, Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, All Ages
Program Type: Concert, In-Person
Event Details:

JP & Jenny are a dynamic duo of the most good timin’, hard rockin’ and foot tappin’ music you have ever heard!

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.

Small Business Networking Group

8:00am - 9:00am
Adults
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Cafe
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Local businesses coming together monthly to find out what it is they do and what do they need from one another. Wheaton Public Library provides the space and most importantly the coffee and donuts.

Cooking: Garden to Table

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

While the summer produce options are overflowing, Vanessa Young of Thirsty Radish will show us ways to make everyday meals fresh, light, and delicious.

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.

AI Marketing for Your Business

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Adults
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:

Michael Rataj, Bulb Brain Creative, will lead engaging discussion around using different AI tools to create a monthly content strategy including social media post ideas and blogs. 

SNAP Benefits Info Table

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Arts & Culture Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: In-Person
Event Details:

A representative from Northern Illinois Food Bank will be available in the Arts & Culture Center on the main floor of the library to answer questions and share resources on SNAP and Link benefits.&nb

Movie Under the Stars: Moana 2

8:00pm - 10:00pm
Adults, Teens, Middle School, High School, Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, All Ages
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: West Plaza
Age Group: Adults, Teens, Middle School, High School, Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, All Ages
Program Type: In-Person, Movie
Event Details:

Bring your lawn chairs and blankets to the West Plaza for a showing of Moana 2 under the stars! 

Disclaimer(s)

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

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
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.

Toy Swap

10:00am - 11:30am
Adults, Youth, Families
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults, Youth, Families
Event Details:

Adults and Families

Our kids grow up and grow out of toys that they used to play with. If you have toys that your children are no longer using, consider swapping them for something new-to-you!

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.

Needles in the Bookstacks

10:00am - 1:00pm
Adults
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.

Genealogy Assistance - DAR

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
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.

Circus History: Death Defying Acts

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults, All Ages
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A or via Zoom
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: History, In-Person, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

Take a fantastical journey through the history of the circus with William Pack, from its beginnings to the feud between Barnum and the Ringling Brothers.

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.

Library Board Meeting

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults

Library Board Meeting

The Library Board of Trustees of the Wheaton Public Library hold regular monthly Board meetings on the third Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. The public is welcome.

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.

Resume Review Drop-In

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
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.