Upcoming Events

Featured Events

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Family Storytime

Saturday, December 6, 2025 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.

Random Ringers

Concert: Random Ringers

Sunday, December 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A at Wheaton Public Library

Program Type:

Concert, In-Person

Age Group:

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

This handbell ensemble returns to WPL and will perform holiday classics to “ring” in the holiday season!

Attendees are seated on a first come, first served basis. No registration required. 

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Miracles on Roosevelt Road

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A or via Zoom at Wheaton Public Library

Program Type:

Art, History, In-Person, Virtual

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A or via Zoom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art, History, In-Person, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

Several churches along this throughway claim to host miraculous images, especially of Jesus and Mary. Dr.

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Aligning Technology with Your Business Strategy

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
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:

Small businesses thrive when advisors and tools align with their vision and goals. With the right guidance and technology, every investment builds growth, trust, and long-term success.

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German Holiday Traditions

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 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:

Journey through Germany’s rich history, traditions, and culture with German historian Anette Isaacs.

Networking group

Small Business Networking Group

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 8:00am - 9:00am
Cafe at Wheaton Public Library

Program Type:

Business, In-Person

Age Group:

Adults
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.

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Teen Library Council - Middle School

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room C at Wheaton Public Library

Program Type:

In-Person

Age Group:

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

Earn volunteer hours and help create book displays, programs, activities and more! 

Plain vanilla cheesecake with berry garnish

Cooking: Cheesecake 101

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Virtual at Wheaton Public Library

Program Type:

Food, Virtual

Age Group:

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

Get ready to wow your holiday guests with luscious, creamy cheesecakes!

Teens sitting outside at a table talking

Teen Library Council - High School

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room C at Wheaton Public Library

Program Type:

In-Person

Age Group:

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

Earn volunteer hours and help plan library programs!

 

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Consumer Expectations Now and Beyond: Roundtable

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
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:

Rob Hinds will guide a discussion on the thoughts and behaviors that attract consumers and impact their purchasing decisions.

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Miracles on Roosevelt Road

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

Several churches along this throughway claim to host miraculous images, especially of Jesus and Mary. Dr.

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.

Mark Anderson Cartooning: Out of Toon

10:30am–11:30am
Youth, Elementary School
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Art, Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades K-5

Get ready for some mischievous musical machinations as kids draw unique ukuleles, titanic tubas, and dynamic didgeridoos! And wait until you hear the cartoon cacophony at the end!

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. 

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.

New Year Vision Boards

4:00pm–5:00pm
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:

What do you want your 2026 to look like? Use library-provided materials to craft the perfect vision board to manifest all your dreams for the new year.

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.

Winter Warmth Paint & Sip

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, Arts & Crafts, DIY, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we gather around to sip on Hot Cocoa and Apple Cider while we paint and listen to cheery music during this cold season.

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.

Mark Anderson Cartooning: Cartoon Castoffs

10:30am–11:30am
Youth, Elementary School
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Art, Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades K-5

Oh sure, there's a lot of fun, popular, recognizable cartoon characters out there, but that's not who we're drawing. How about Greeney! Larry Loofah Loafters! Boo Boo La La! And Dog-Man-Dog!

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. 

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.

Art Demo: Watercolor Scenes

6:30pm–8:30pm
Adults
Registration Open
Registration Required
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:

With planning, it’s possible to capture the heart of a scene without overworking it. Maria Delton explore how focusing on the idea for a piece can facilitate believable values, bold color choice, and lively shorthand.

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.

Mark Anderson Cartooning: Food Fight

10:30am–11:30am
Youth, Elementary School
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Art, Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades K-5

I know what you're thinking. We're going to draw characters throwing food. Nope! It's weirder than that! We're drawing anthropomorphic food having it out! Irritable ice cream! Mad meatloaf! Grumpy green beans! Don't miss this!

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.

Art Demo: Gelatin Prints

6:30pm–8:30pm
Adults
Registration Open
Registration Required
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:

Gelatin printing is a simple, direct way to make prints of flowers, leaves, feathers, etc. using acrylic craft paints and no press. Nancy Staszak uses textured prints to create collage elements and much 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. 

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.

Watercolor Flowers and Vase

4:00pm–5:30pm
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, DIY, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we cheer on Spring by making some paper flowers and decorate our vases.

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.

Art History: Jan Vermeer

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

Join art historian Jeff Mishur for an in-depth discussion of seventeenth century painter Jan Vermeer’s most iconic paintings and their historical context to enrich your understanding of the forces behind Vermeer's work.

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.