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Introduction to Online Genealogy Resources

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Computer Classroom 2A at Wheaton Public Library

Program Type:

Genealogy, Tech Classes

Age Group:

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

Want to research your genealogy online, but don’t know where to get started?

Woman being interviewed

Interview IQ Builder

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library

Program Type:

In-Person, Jobs & Careers

Age Group:

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

Enhance your interview skills through realistic simulations, personalized feedback, and strategic insights, ensuring you approach every opportunity with confidence and expertise.

Older woman looking down path

ACES: Funeral Pre-Arrangements

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library

Program Type:

Financial, Health & Wellness, In-Person

Age Group:

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

Planning ahead is a priceless gift only you can give your loved ones. A representative from Hultgren Funeral Home will explain the financial and emotional benefits as well as the logistics of making funeral decisions in advance.

Panel of people looking at someone speaking

How to Support Employees in Recovery: Panel Discussion

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library

Program Type:

Business, In-Person

Age Group:

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

Business owners will gain insight on how best to support employees in recovery and benefits to employers for doing so.

black and white image of Alice Tregay with other activists

Film Screening: Alice's Ordinary People

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library

Program Type:

History, In-Person, Movie

Age Group:

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

Chicago area activist Alice Tregay’s life and work reflect the story of the Civil Rights Movement and emphasize the essential work of "ordinary people" towards extraordinary change. Includes a short intro and Q&A with the director.

Back of graduate wearing cap and gown

Strategies for a Smarter College Search

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual at Wheaton Public Library

Program Type:

College Prep, Virtual

Age Group:

Adults, Teens, High School
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults, Teens, High School
Program Type: College Prep, Virtual
Event Details:

Register Here

Man being interviewed

EQ in the Job Search

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library

Program Type:

In-Person, Jobs & Careers

Age Group:

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

Navigate the job market with confidence and resilience.

Legos

Family Lego Night

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Early Childhood Program Room at Wheaton Public Library

Age Group:

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

Children and their families

Build together as a family and show off your Lego skills!

No registration required. This is a drop-in event. Feel free to stop by between 5:30pm and 7:30pm to participate. 

Children smiling and listening

Family Storytime

Saturday, February 7, 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.

People sitting in a library

Writers Group

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library

Program Type:

Clubs, In-Person

Age Group:

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

The WPL Writers Group will feature an in-person meeting this quarter!

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20s & 30s 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 to discuss this month's nonfic pick An American Summer: Love and Death in Chicago by Alex Kotlowitz in meeting room 2B on the second floor.

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. 

Movie: Wicked: For Good

1:30pm–3:45pm
Adults
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: In-Person, Movie
Event Details:

Now demonized as the Wicked Witch of the West, Elphaba lives in exile, while Glinda enjoys fame and popularity in Emerald City. When an angry mob rises against the Wicked Witch, Elphaba reunites with Glinda to transform herself.

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.

New Moms Book Club

7:00pm–8:30pm
Adults
Registration Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion
Registration Required
Event Details:

Are you a new mom or mom with young kids looking for a casual and relaxed book club? Join us as we discuss a different book each month and meet other local moms!

Pick up copies of the book

Copies of the book are available at the library.  Please ask at the Welcome Desk or Curbside Pickup.

Understanding Personality & Communication Styles

10:00am–12:00pm
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:

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.

Raining Colors - 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:

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

 

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.

Free Comic Book Day

10:00am–2:00pm
Adults, Teens, Youth
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Arts & Culture Center
Age Group: Adults, Teens, Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Event Details:

Geek out for Free Comic Book Day with some free comics and trivia!

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.

Applying Investigative Skills from the Financial Crime World to Genealogy

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Registration Open
Registration Required
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.

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.

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.

Interview IQ Builder

10:30am–12:00pm
Adults
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:

Enhance your interview skills through realistic simulations, personalized feedback, and strategic insights, ensuring you approach every opportunity with confidence and expertise.

Teen D&D Club

4:00pm–6:00pm
Teens, Middle School, High School
Upcoming
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
Event Details:

Join us as we continue our adventure run by our teen volunteer.

Genealogy Assistance - DCGS

4:00pm–6:00pm
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.

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 a fiction title 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. 

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.

Too Good To Be True: Learn How to Spot and Stop Genealogy Fraud

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

The genealogy world has a long history of fraudsters and fabricated facts.

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 & the Interview

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

Learn how to use AI tools to prepare for job interviews with greater confidence and insight. This session covers strategies for practicing questions, improving answers, and showcasing your strengths with the help of AI.

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 a fiction title 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. 

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.

Chronicles Of Yarnia - Fiber Art Club

4:00pm–6:00pm
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.

360 Degree Leadership: Leading from Where You Are

10:00am–11:00am
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:

Leadership is not about position or title. We ALL have the ability AND opportunity to lead.

Teen Writing Club

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: Clubs, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Like to write? Work on some prompts with other teen writers and share your talent with others!

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.

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.