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Exhibit Closing: Lilac Time Posters with the Lombard Historical Society

Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
The Hub at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Adult, Seniors

From Thu, May 1 through Sat, May 31, Helen Plum Library and the Lombard Historical Society are proud to showcase the original hand-painted 1930s Lilac Time posters by Chicago artist Charles Medin.

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: The Hub
Age Group: Youth, Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

From Thu, May 1 through Sat, May 31, Helen Plum Library and the Lombard Historical Society are proud to showcase the original hand-painted 1930s Lilac Time posters by Chicago artist Charles Medin.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Glowforge Project: Hello Summer Home Decor

Monday, June 2, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Studio 411 at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Assemble and paint a pre-cut summer home decor sign. 

This program is only offered to those over the age of 18.

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Studio 411
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Maker
Registration Required
Event Details:

Assemble and paint a pre-cut summer home decor sign. 

This program is only offered to those over the age of 18.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Computer Basics

Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Computer Lab at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Technology Classes
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Learn to navigate, use, and incorporate terminology and keyboard shortcuts into your computer literacy. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn to navigate, use, and incorporate terminology and keyboard shortcuts into your computer literacy. 

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Take a Meditation Vacation

Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Escape the stress and strains of life and immerse yourself in peace, calm, and joy. Join Umesh Bhatia, longtime meditator, to learn meditation techniques to revive yourself, just like taking a relaxing vacation.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Registration Required
Event Details:

Escape the stress and strains of life and immerse yourself in peace, calm, and joy. Join Umesh Bhatia, longtime meditator, to learn meditation techniques to revive yourself, just like taking a relaxing vacation.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Senior Health Insurance Program/Medicare Counseling

Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Teen Study Room A at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Help with Medicare or Medicare supplements is available in person!

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Teen Study Room A
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Help with Medicare or Medicare supplements is available in person!

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Internet and Email Basics

Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Computer Lab at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Technology Classes
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Learn to navigate, use, and incorporate terminology and keyboard shortcuts into your internet and email literacy. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn to navigate, use, and incorporate terminology and keyboard shortcuts into your internet and email literacy. 

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Fiber Arts Group

Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Studio 411 at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Fiber art crafters including cross stitchers, knitters, and crocheters are invited to join this drop-in social group to work on individual projects or learn from their peers.  

This program is for ages 18 and over.

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Studio 411
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Maker
Event Details:

Fiber art crafters including cross stitchers, knitters, and crocheters are invited to join this drop-in social group to work on individual projects or learn from their peers.  

This program is for ages 18 and over.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Studio 411 Drop-in Hours

Friday, June 6, 2025 at 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Studio 411 at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Drop in during this designated time frame to work on your project. Trained staff will be able to provide some help.

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Studio 411
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Maker
Event Details:

Drop in during this designated time frame to work on your project. Trained staff will be able to provide some help.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

The Voice that Rocked America: The Dick Biondi Film

Monday, June 9, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Enjoy a screening of The Voice That Rocked America, a documentary about rock-and-roll pioneer and Broadcast Hall of Famer Dick Biondi.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy a screening of The Voice That Rocked America, a documentary about rock-and-roll pioneer and Broadcast Hall of Famer Dick Biondi.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Glowforge Project: Hello Summer Home Decor

Monday, June 9, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Studio 411 at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Assemble and paint a pre-cut summer home decor sign. 

This program is only offered to those over the age of 18.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Studio 411
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Maker
Registration Required
Event Details:

Assemble and paint a pre-cut summer home decor sign. 

This program is only offered to those over the age of 18.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Exhibit: Fluid Art by Jill Allaway

06/10/2025 @ 12:00am to 07/03/2025 @ 11:45pm
The Hub at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

From June 10–July 10, enjoy local artist Jill Allaway’s exhibit of acrylic fluid art displayed in the Hub and on the 2nd Floor.

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: The Hub
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

From June 10–July 10, enjoy local artist Jill Allaway’s exhibit of acrylic fluid art displayed in the Hub and on the 2nd Floor.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Basic Candle Making

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Studio 411 at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Make a scented candle using all-natural soy wax pellets, high-quality essential oils, and a Solite Candle Wax Melter. You will also be able to make a sticker label for your candle using the Cricut.

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Studio 411
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Maker
Registration Required
Event Details:

Make a scented candle using all-natural soy wax pellets, high-quality essential oils, and a Solite Candle Wax Melter. You will also be able to make a sticker label for your candle using the Cricut.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Crisis Recovery Center Informational Session

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

The Crisis Recovery Center, opening soon in Wheaton, will transform the way individuals of all ages experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis receive services in DuPage County.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Crisis Recovery Center, opening soon in Wheaton, will transform the way individuals of all ages experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis receive services in DuPage County.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Resource Drop-in

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Conference Room at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Do you have questions or want to learn more about Alzheimer's disease and dementia? Drop in and learn about the signs and symptoms of dementia vs.

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

Do you have questions or want to learn more about Alzheimer's disease and dementia? Drop in and learn about the signs and symptoms of dementia vs.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Fiber Arts Group

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Studio 411 at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Fiber art crafters including cross stitchers, knitters, and crocheters are invited to join this drop-in social group to work on individual projects or learn from their peers.  

This program is for ages 18 and over.

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Studio 411
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Maker
Event Details:

Fiber art crafters including cross stitchers, knitters, and crocheters are invited to join this drop-in social group to work on individual projects or learn from their peers.  

This program is for ages 18 and over.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Studio 411 Drop-in Hours

Friday, June 13, 2025 at 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Studio 411 at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Drop in during this designated time frame to work on your project. Trained staff will be able to provide some help.

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Studio 411
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Maker
Event Details:

Drop in during this designated time frame to work on your project. Trained staff will be able to provide some help.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Elementary School" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.
This event is in the "High School" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Registration Opens for July HPL Programs

All Day
Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adult, Seniors

Registration for July programs opens at 9am on Sat, Jun 14.*

*Some program registration dates may differ. Technology classes open one month before each class. Be sure to check individual event listings for registration details.

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Registration for July programs opens at 9am on Sat, Jun 14.*

*Some program registration dates may differ. Technology classes open one month before each class. Be sure to check individual event listings for registration details.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Senior Social: Lucy!

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Senior Socials
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Meet Lucille Ball, as portrayed by Jillann Gabrielle, in an original solo musical about America’s most famous comedienne. Peer into Lucy’s mind and emotions, her struggles, and her triumphs.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Senior Socials
Registration Required
Event Details:

Meet Lucille Ball, as portrayed by Jillann Gabrielle, in an original solo musical about America’s most famous comedienne. Peer into Lucy’s mind and emotions, her struggles, and her triumphs.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Make A Card Using Cricut Design Space

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Studio 411 at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Learn to design and cut basic cards using Cricut Design Space. Basic computer skills required. No prior Cricut experience necessary. 

This program is for ages 18 and over.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Studio 411
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Maker
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn to design and cut basic cards using Cricut Design Space. Basic computer skills required. No prior Cricut experience necessary. 

This program is for ages 18 and over.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Tech Help Drop-In

Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Computer Lab at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Technology Classes
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Have a tech question? Join us for monthly Tech Help Drop-In sessions. Bring your questions and your device!

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Classes
Event Details:

Have a tech question? Join us for monthly Tech Help Drop-In sessions. Bring your questions and your device!

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Fiber Arts Group

Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Studio 411 at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Fiber art crafters including cross stitchers, knitters, and crocheters are invited to join this drop-in social group to work on individual projects or learn from their peers.  

This program is for ages 18 and over.

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Studio 411
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Maker
Event Details:

Fiber art crafters including cross stitchers, knitters, and crocheters are invited to join this drop-in social group to work on individual projects or learn from their peers.  

This program is for ages 18 and over.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Studio 411 Drop-in Hours

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Studio 411 at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Drop in during this designated time frame to work on your project. Trained staff will be able to provide some help.

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Studio 411
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Maker
Event Details:

Drop in during this designated time frame to work on your project. Trained staff will be able to provide some help.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

The Hills are Alive with Heather Braoudakis

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Heather Braoudakis will entertain us with timeless Rodgers and Hammerstein classics from State Fair, The King and I, Carousel, South Pacific, The Sound of Music, and Oklahoma!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Event Details:

Heather Braoudakis will entertain us with timeless Rodgers and Hammerstein classics from State Fair, The King and I, Carousel, South Pacific, The Sound of Music, and Oklahoma!

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Cricut Project: Choose Your Own Paper Project

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Studio 411 at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Learn to cut a pre-designed paper project using Cricut Design Space. Choose between two different projects.

Basic computer skills required. No prior Cricut experience necessary. 

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Studio 411
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Maker
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn to cut a pre-designed paper project using Cricut Design Space. Choose between two different projects.

Basic computer skills required. No prior Cricut experience necessary.