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Community Partner Playdate

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Youth Services at Wheaton Public Library

Age Group:

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

Ages 0-5 with caregivers

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Local Author Fest

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Arts & Culture Center at Wheaton Public Library

Program Type:

In-Person

Age Group:

Adults, Teens, Middle School, High School, Youth, Families
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Arts & Culture Center
Age Group: Adults, Teens, Middle School, High School, Youth, Families
Program Type: In-Person
Event Details:

Celebrate your local authors at our 5th Annual Local Author Fest! Visit local author tables on the library's main floor from 1-4pm. Authors will have copies of their books to sell. 

Robert Goldsborough

Author Visit: Robert Goldsborough

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library

Program Type:

In-Person

Age Group:

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

Join Wheaton author, Robert Goldsborough, best known for continuing Rex Stout’s famous Nero Wolfe mystery series, as he discusses his writing career.

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Silent Book Club

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Arts & Culture Center at Wheaton Public Library

Program Type:

Book Discussion, In-Person

Age Group:

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

Looking for a low-key way to connect with fellow readers? With no assigned reading, bring any book in any format. Share a bit about what you’re reading and then enjoy an hour of quiet reading alongside new friends.

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ACES: Wits Workout

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library

Program Type:

Games, In-Person

Age Group:

Adults
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.

Two women talking

Understanding Personality & Communication Styles

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library

Program Type:

Business, In-Person, Jobs & Careers

Age Group:

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

It’s great to be aware of your personality and how you communicate. It’s even better to understand others’ personality styles and how THEY communicate.

Acrylic Paint and brushes

Raining Colors - Acrylic Painting Workshop

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room C at Wheaton Public Library

Program Type:

Art

Age Group:

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

Join us in painting colorful rain showers this spring in this workshop led by Margaret Bucholz, of the DuPage Art League. Materials included.

 

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Travel Talks: Ireland

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual at Wheaton Public Library

Program Type:

History, Travel, Virtual

Age Group:

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

Travel by barge, ferry, car, and foot to see lush landscapes, rocky fields, dramatic coastlines, vibrant cities, and age-old sites.

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Family Storytime

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

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

Families

Spend your Saturday morning with us for Family Storytime. We'll read, play, draw, and more!

No registration required.

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Applying Investigative Skills from the Financial Crime World to Genealogy

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual at Wheaton Public Library

Program Type:

Genealogy, Virtual

Age Group:

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

Kate Townsend started her career as an investigator fighting financial crime. Learn how to apply the skills she developed investigating fraud, money laundering, and high-net-worth individuals to your genealogical research pursuits.

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Concert: Rosie & the Rivets

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:

Rosie & The Rivets are the Premier Retro Rock ‘n’ Roll Tribute Show performing the best music of the 50s and early 60s along with some contemporary music with a retro twist!

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.

Movie Under the Stars: Zootopia 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 Zootopia 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.

Movie Under the Stars: Lilo & Stitch (2025)

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 Lilo & Stitch (2025) 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.

Concert: Class of '68

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:

Class of ‘68 features a power fusion of classic rock and soul music that captures the energy and passion of the timeless hits that changed the world!

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.

Button Maker Crafts

3:00pm–5:00pm
Adults, Teens, Middle School, High School, Youth, Families, Preschool, Elementary School, All Ages
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Arts & Culture Center
Age Group: Adults, Teens, Middle School, High School, Youth, Families, Preschool, Elementary School, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Event Details:

Stop by to choose an image and watch our button maker create a pin, magnet, or keychain to upcycle an old book illustration or feature your own original drawing. This is a drop-in event. 

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: The JukeBox Heroes

6:00pm–7:30pm
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:

Join us an hour early! The JukeBox Heroes are a local acoustic based cover band with an eclectic song list covering rock, pop, and country hits from the 50s to today!

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.