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Upcoming Events

Featured Events

Two senior friends chatting outside

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
Register Now
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
Register Now
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.

Children reaching up

Sing with Me 9:30am

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library

Age Group:

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

Geared for birth-5 years old with caregivers or family

Singing is an important part of early learning and literacy. Join us for a sing-along as we share some of our favorite songs for children. Lyrics will be provided.

Woman being interviewed

Interview IQ Builder

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room 2B at Wheaton Public Library

Program Type:

In-Person, Jobs & Careers

Age Group:

Adults
Register Now
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. In partnership with People's Resource Center.

Children reaching up

Sing with Me 11am

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library

Age Group:

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

Geared for birth-5 years old with caregivers or family

Singing is an important part of early learning and literacy. Join us for a sing-along as we share some of our favorite songs for children. Lyrics will be provided.

Children reaching up

Sing with Me 2:30pm

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:00pm
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:

Geared for birth-5 years old with caregivers or family

Singing is an important part of early learning and literacy. Join us for a sing-along as we share some of our favorite songs for children. Lyrics will be provided.

butterfly and bee on flower

Gardening for Pollinators

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library

Program Type:

Gardening & Nature, In-Person

Age Group:

Adults
Register Now
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gardening & Nature, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Many are concerned by the decrease in pollinators, including butterflies, bees and birds.  The Conservation Foundation will discuss sustainable landscaping and how to create enriching habitats for these crucial creatures.

Senior woman walking up stairs with cane

ACES: Aging in Place

Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library

Program Type:

Health & Wellness, In-Person

Age Group:

Adults
Register Now
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?

Children reaching up

Sing with Me 9:30am

Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library

Age Group:

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

Geared for birth-5 years old with caregivers or family

Singing is an important part of early learning and literacy. Join us for a sing-along as we share some of our favorite songs for children. Lyrics will be provided.

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Painting Ninja Turtles - 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 some Ninja Turtles in this workshop led by Margaret Bucholz, of DuPage Art League. Materials included.

 

DnD One Shot

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Youth, Elementary School
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 3-5

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.

ACES: Senior Housing 101

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Financial, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to find the best and most suitable living and/or care arrangement with Rick Graffagna, owner of Senior Solutions.

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. 

Meetup For Caregivers of Neurodivergent Children

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: In-Person
Event Details:

Parents and caregivers of neurodivergent children of all ages are welcome to join an open and supportive environment to share experiences, challenges, achievements, and resources. 

College Student Game Night

7:30pm - 8:30pm
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: Games, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

If you're a college student and looking for more ways to meet up with new friends this summer, join us for game night! 

Play some games, enjoy some snacks, and potentially make some new friends here at the library.

Dance with Me 9:30am

9:30am - 10:00am
Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

Geared for birth-5 years old with caregiver and family

Move and groove with us! Join us for a dance party where the words to the songs are the movements we'll be doing together!

No 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. 

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.

AI Overview

9:30am - 11:00am
Adults, Teens
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Computer Classroom 2A
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Tech Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Curious about AI, but still cautious about using it? This class discusses terminology and the varied options available for use. Time will also be given for “test-driving” ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Google Bard and more.

 

Dance with Me 11am

11:00am - 11:30am
Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

Geared for birth-5 years old with caregiver and family

Move and groove with us! Join us for a dance party where the words to the songs are the movements we'll be doing together!

No 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. 

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.

Family Game Night on the Plaza

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, All Ages
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: West Plaza
Age Group: Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, All Ages
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Families

Let’s play together! Try out some of our lawn games as a family while enjoying a beautiful summer night.

Weather Permitting. No 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. 

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.

Writers Group

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Registration Open
Registration Required
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.

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.

Movie Under the Stars: Inside Out 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 Inside Out 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.

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.

Craft Swap

10:00am - 2:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Event Details:

Do you have surplus craft supplies? Want to explore a new hobby, medium or material? 

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 - 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.

DIY Fake Beaded Plants

2:30pm - 3:30pm
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, Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Have trouble keeping real plants alive? Same. Create a fake one to spruce up your space with beads, wire, foam, and a pot- no water or sunlight required!

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.

Lego Free Build

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth, Preschool, Elementary School
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.

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.

Family Game Night on the Plaza

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, All Ages
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: West Plaza
Age Group: Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, All Ages
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Families

Let’s play together! Try out some of our lawn games as a family while enjoying a beautiful summer night.

Weather Permitting. No 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. 

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.

Google Drive - Introduction

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Adults, Teens
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Computer Classroom 2A
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Tech Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Use Google’s cloud storage service to create documents, upload and download files, and share files with other users. Students must have a Google Drive account.

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.

Pet First Aid Basics

7:00pm - 8:00pm
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:

Learn how to tend to your pet in a crisis. Laura Winnie from DuPage Animal Services will cover preventative care, how to treat wounds, broken bones, choking, and 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. 

Let's Play...Clue

2:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth, Families, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Families, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Children and caregivers

Challenge your friends, family, and library staff to a game of Clue! We'll have several versions of the game available to play. Participants will be entered to win their own copy of the game.

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.

Teen Talk: Show & Tell

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
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you remember 'Show & Tell' days where you'd bring in your favorite item and explain why it was so awesome? Well, we're bringing it back for a Teen Talk: Show & Tell!  Discuss your favorite things and learn something new!

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.

Are you LinkedIn?

10:30am - 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:

Learning how to maximize LinkedIn's potential for your business or job search can be a daunting process. Bring your laptop or phone to this interactive class and learn how to get the most out of your LinkedIn profile.

D&D Club

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens, Middle School, High School
Waitlist
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