Lilacia Park Storytime

Lilacia Park Storytimes on Tue, May 7 will be held in the Library due to anticipated weather. 

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Introduction to Google Sheets

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Computer Lab at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Technology Classes
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Expand your knowledge of Google Drive by learning to navigate Google Sheets, a free online spreadsheet application similar to Microsoft Excel. Learn how to create, save, download, ...

Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Expand your knowledge of Google Drive by learning to navigate Google Sheets, a free online spreadsheet application similar to Microsoft Excel. Learn how to create, save, download, share and set permissions, and upload spreadsheets.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Easy Care Native Plants

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Many home gardeners would like to add native plants to their garden but are unsure how to start. This program takes a look at the native plants that are low maintenance and grow in...

Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Adult
Required
Seats Remaining: 75
Event Details:

Many home gardeners would like to add native plants to their garden but are unsure how to start. This program takes a look at the native plants that are low maintenance and grow in a wide range of conditions.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Families – All Ages" group.

Family Storytime

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool, Families – All Ages
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages With playful books, songs, and movement, this storytime will be enjoyed by the whole family.

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool, Families – All Ages
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages
With playful books, songs, and movement, this storytime will be enjoyed by the whole family.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Families – All Ages" group.

Family Storytime

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool, Families – All Ages
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages With playful books, songs, and movement, this storytime will be enjoyed by the whole family.

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool, Families – All Ages
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages
With playful books, songs, and movement, this storytime will be enjoyed by the whole family.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Intermediate Excel

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Computer Lab at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Technology Classes
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Learn the ins and outs of creating pivot tables, sorting files, and filtering Excel spreadsheets.  

Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Learn the ins and outs of creating pivot tables, sorting files, and filtering Excel spreadsheets.

 

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Grade School" group.

Start Your Rockin' Collection with Lizzadro Museum

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Youth, Grade School
Event Details:

Registered event for grades K-5; Helen Plum Library card is required Learn about rock identification and starting a rock collection with an educator from the Lizzadro Museum of La...

Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Grade School
Program Type: STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Registered event for grades K-5; Helen Plum Library card is required

This event is in the "Adult" group.

English Language Learning Classes

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
ESL ELL ELA
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

The College of DuPage is offering free English language learning classes at the Library. Develop your reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills for work, education, and ever...

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: ESL ELL ELA
Event Details:

The College of DuPage is offering free English language learning classes at the Library. Develop your reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills for work, education, and everyday communication.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.

Miss Allison's Music Class

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Performance, Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Registered music class for ages birth-5, with a participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required Join Miss Allison for a musical workshop perfect for babies and toddlers. Car...

Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Performance, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Registered music class for ages birth-5, with a participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.

Miss Allison's Music Class

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 10:45am - 11:15am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Performance, Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Registered music class for ages birth-5, with a participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required Join Miss Allison for a musical workshop perfect for babies and toddlers. Car...

Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Performance, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Registered music class for ages birth-5, with a participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Grade School" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.
This event is in the "Families – All Ages" group.

Friday Crafternoons

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool, Grade School, Middle School, Families – All Ages
Event Details:

Drop-in event for families with children of all ages  Get crafty at the Library this summer! Use available supplies to design your own creation to take home. 

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool, Grade School, Middle School, Families – All Ages
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Drop-in event for families with children of all ages 
Get crafty at the Library this summer! Use available supplies to design your own creation to take home. 

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Grade School" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.

Satur-DIY Project

All Day
Youth Services at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Youth, Grade School, Middle School
Event Details:

Registered event for families with children ages 7-12; Helen Plum Library card required  Register to receive a woodworking project to complete at home. Tools are not inc...

Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Services
Age Group: Youth, Grade School, Middle School
Program Type: Craft
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Registered event for families with children ages 7-12; Helen Plum Library card required 
Register to receive a woodworking project to complete at home. Tools are not included.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.

Preschool Art Party

Monday, June 17, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Registered event for children 3-6 years old, with participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required  Explore art with a variety of textures and colors in this child-direc...

Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool
Program Type: STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Registered event for children 3-6 years old, with participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required 
Explore art with a variety of textures and colors in this child-directed program. Dress for mess!

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.

Preschool Art Party

Monday, June 17, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Registered event for children 3-6 years old, with participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required  Explore art with a variety of textures and colors in this child-direc...

Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool
Program Type: STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Registered event for children 3-6 years old, with participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required 
Explore art with a variety of textures and colors in this child-directed program. Dress for mess!

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Senior Social: Agatha Christie: A Body of Evidence with Debra Miller

Monday, June 17, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Senior Socials
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Join Agatha Christie as she reminisces with you about her childhood and life as a writer and adventurer and contemplates beginning her autobiography—a project that took nearly 20 y...

Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Senior Socials
Required
Seats Remaining: 75
Event Details:

Join Agatha Christie as she reminisces with you about her childhood and life as a writer and adventurer and contemplates beginning her autobiography—a project that took nearly 20 years.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Drop-in Notary Services

Monday, June 17, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Conference Room at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

A licensed notary will be available on a drop-in basis. 

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adult
Event Details:

A licensed notary will be available on a drop-in basis. 

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.

Evening Family Storytime

Monday, June 17, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages Twinkle, twinkle, storytime! End your day with books and rhymes.

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages
Twinkle, twinkle, storytime! End your day with books and rhymes.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Families – All Ages" group.

Family Storytime

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool, Families – All Ages
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages With playful books, songs, and movement, this storytime will be enjoyed by the whole family.

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool, Families – All Ages
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages
With playful books, songs, and movement, this storytime will be enjoyed by the whole family.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Families – All Ages" group.

Family Storytime

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool, Families – All Ages
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages With playful books, songs, and movement, this storytime will be enjoyed by the whole family.

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool, Families – All Ages
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages
With playful books, songs, and movement, this storytime will be enjoyed by the whole family.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Grade School" group.

Wings of Fire Party

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Grade School
Event Details:

Registered event for children in grades 1-5 Celebrate your favorite dragon series with crafts, games, and activities. Anyone who loves dragons is welcome to drop in and join the f...

Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Grade School
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Registered event for children in grades 1-5
Celebrate your favorite dragon series with crafts, games, and activities. Anyone who loves dragons is welcome to drop in and join the fun!

This event is in the "Adult" group.

English Language Learning Classes

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
ESL ELL ELA
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

The College of DuPage is offering free English language learning classes at the Library. Develop your reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills for work, education, and ever...

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: ESL ELL ELA
Event Details:

The College of DuPage is offering free English language learning classes at the Library. Develop your reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills for work, education, and everyday communication.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Advanced Excel

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Computer Lab at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Technology Classes
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Practice your learned skills and take them to the next level with absolute references, advanced formulas, and macros!  

Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Practice your learned skills and take them to the next level with absolute references, advanced formulas, and macros!

 

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.

Plum Playdate: Baby & Toddler

Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Drop-in activities recommended for ages 3 months-2 years, with a participating adult Meet up with a friend or make a new one during this casual playgroup for our littlest learners...

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Drop-in activities recommended for ages 3 months-2 years, with a participating adult

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Helen Plum Library Book Club

Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Colonel William R. Plum Meeting Room at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Maybe You Should Talk to Someone by Lori Gottlieb From a New York Times best-selling author, psychotherapist, and national advice columnist comes a hilarious, thought-provoking, a...

Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Colonel William R. Plum Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs
Required
Seats Remaining: 15