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Plant Swap with Sustain DuPage

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults, Teens, Youth, All Ages
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults, Teens, Youth, All Ages
Program Type: Gardening & Nature, In-Person
Event Details:

Bring your extra seedlings and plants in repurposed containers to swap at 1 pm; those not bringing seedlings to swap may take up to 6 seedling plants per person beginning at 1:30 pm, while supplies last.

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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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Welcome to Birding

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

Jeff Reiter, "Words on Birds" columnist for the Daily Herald, will discuss birds, birding, and birders—well-timed for spring migration.

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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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Gardening: Shrub Selection

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

Horticulturist Sharon Yiesla is back to discuss how to select the right new shrub(s) for your yard. She will focus on a basic list of shrubs that are lower maintenance and add visual inte

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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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Small-Scale Native Landscapes

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gardening & Nature, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn practical tips and tricks to effectively incorporate native plants that create a healthy, sustainable, and more resilient landscape. The Conservation Foundation will discuss best prac

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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.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Japanese Floral Arranging Demo

1:30pm–4:00pm
Adults, All Ages
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Arts & Culture Center
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gardening & Nature, In-Person
Event Details:

Ikebana is the 600-year-old Japanese art of flower arranging, which focuses on harmony, balance, line and simplicity.

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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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Hidden Earth: Exploring Caves

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gardening & Nature, Travel, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

Dave Mundt is the Tour Manager at Lake Shasta Caverns in California and a professional caver. Join us for a virtual tour of his adventures as he shares insights about these natural wonders and the practice of caving.

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.