This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group The Wicked, Wild, and Wonderful Women of the Windy City Monday, March 30, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library Program Type: Featured Age Group: Adult, Seniors Join historian Clarence Goodman to discover famous (and infamous) women in Chicago history, from Chicago's first historian to the first woman president of a major film company, and explore the Columbian Exposition’s pavilion dedicated strictly to Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Mar 30 2026 Mon The Wicked, Wild, and Wonderful Women of the Windy City 6:00pm–7:00pm Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) Age Group: Adult, Seniors Program Type: Featured Registration Required Event Details: Join historian Clarence Goodman to discover famous (and infamous) women in Chicago history, from Chicago's first historian to the first woman president of a major film company, and explore the Columbian Exposition’s pavilion dedicated strictly to
This event is in the "Adult" group Advanced Canva Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm Computer Lab at Helen Plum Library Program Type: Technology Classes Age Group: Adult Organize your Canva creations and designs using folders that can be easily shared with others for quick and efficient design sharing and accessibility. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Mar 31 2026 Tue Advanced Canva 6:30pm–8:00pm Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Computer Lab Age Group: Adult Program Type: Technology Classes Registration Required Event Details: Organize your Canva creations and designs using folders that can be easily shared with others for quick and efficient design sharing and accessibility.
This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Drop-In Studio Hours Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 10:00am - 5:00pm Studio 411 at Helen Plum Library Program Type: Maker Age Group: Adult, Seniors Get creative during drop-in Studio 411 hours. Use the makerspace equipment to sew, laser cut, record a podcast, customize with Cricut, and more! View Details This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 1 2026 Wed Drop-In Studio Hours 10:00am–5:00pm Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Studio 411 Age Group: Adult, Seniors Program Type: Maker Event Details: Get creative during drop-in Studio 411 hours. Use the makerspace equipment to sew, laser cut, record a podcast, customize with Cricut, and more!
This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group An Introduction to the Japanese Garden Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library Program Type: Featured Age Group: Adult, Seniors Educator Yvonne Wolf will explore the cultural history of the Japanese garden, with examples from the Chicago Botanic Garden and Anderson Japanese Gardens in Rockford. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 1 2026 Wed An Introduction to the Japanese Garden 1:00pm–2:00pm Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) Age Group: Adult, Seniors Program Type: Featured Registration Required Event Details: Educator Yvonne Wolf will explore the cultural history of the Japanese garden, with examples from the Chicago Botanic Garden and Anderson Japanese Gardens in Rockford.
This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Resource Drop-in Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm Conference Room at Helen Plum Library Program Type: Featured Age Group: Adult, Seniors Learn about the signs and symptoms of dementia vs. normal aging, tips for conversing with a doctor, caregiver resources, and more. View Details This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 1 2026 Wed Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Resource Drop-in 4:00pm–6:00pm Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adult, Seniors Program Type: Featured Event Details: Learn about the signs and symptoms of dementia vs. normal aging, tips for conversing with a doctor, caregiver resources, and more.
This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Senior Health Insurance Program/Medicare Counseling Thursday, April 2, 2026 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! View Details This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 2 2026 Thu Senior Health Insurance Program/Medicare Counseling 9:00am–12:00pm Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 Fiber Arts Group Thursday, April 2, 2026 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. View Details This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 2 2026 Thu Fiber Arts Group 6:00pm–8:00pm Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 Drop-In Studio Hours Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:00am - 5:00pm Studio 411 at Helen Plum Library Program Type: Maker Age Group: Adult, Seniors Get creative during drop-in Studio 411 hours. Use the makerspace equipment to sew, laser cut, record a podcast, customize with Cricut, and more! View Details This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 3 2026 Fri Drop-In Studio Hours 10:00am–5:00pm Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Studio 411 Age Group: Adult, Seniors Program Type: Maker Event Details: Get creative during drop-in Studio 411 hours. Use the makerspace equipment to sew, laser cut, record a podcast, customize with Cricut, and more!
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This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Drop-in Notary Services Monday, April 6, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm Conference Room at Helen Plum Library Age Group: Adult, Seniors A licensed notary will be available on a drop-in basis. View Details This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 6 2026 Mon Drop-in Notary Services 4:00pm–6:00pm Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adult, Seniors Event Details: A licensed notary will be available on a drop-in basis.
This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Customizable Spring Door Hanger Monday, April 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Studio 411 at Helen Plum Library Program Type: Maker Age Group: Adult, Seniors Create a wooden door hanger for spring using a stencil and paint. All items will be pre-cut.This program is for ages 18 and over. Full View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 6 2026 Mon Customizable Spring Door Hanger 6:00pm–8:00pm Full Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Studio 411 Age Group: Adult, Seniors Program Type: Maker Registration Required Event Details: Create a wooden door hanger for spring using a stencil and paint. All items will be pre-cut.This program is for ages 18 and over.
This event is in the "Adult" group English Language Learning Classes Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library Program Type: ESL ELL ELA Age Group: Adult 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. View Details This event is in the "Adult" group Apr 7 2026 Tue English Language Learning Classes 6:00pm–8:30pm Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 Library Lounge Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 7:30pm - 8:30pm Conference Room at Helen Plum Library Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Adult Strange Houses by Uketsu Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Apr 7 2026 Tue Library Lounge 7:30pm–8:30pm Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Book Clubs Registration Required Event Details: Strange Houses by Uketsu
This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Drop-In Studio Hours Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 10:00am - 5:00pm Studio 411 at Helen Plum Library Program Type: Maker Age Group: Adult, Seniors Get creative during drop-in Studio 411 hours. Use the makerspace equipment to sew, laser cut, record a podcast, customize with Cricut, and more! View Details This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 8 2026 Wed Drop-In Studio Hours 10:00am–5:00pm Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Studio 411 Age Group: Adult, Seniors Program Type: Maker Event Details: Get creative during drop-in Studio 411 hours. Use the makerspace equipment to sew, laser cut, record a podcast, customize with Cricut, and more!
This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Tech Help Wednesday, April 8, 2026 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 a Tech Help session. Bring your questions and your device! Registration is required. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 8 2026 Wed Tech Help 3:00pm–4:00pm Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Computer Lab Age Group: Adult, Seniors Program Type: Technology Classes Registration Required Event Details: Have a tech question? Join us for a Tech Help session. Bring your questions and your device! Registration is required.
This event is in the "Adult" group Intro to Canva Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm Computer Lab at Helen Plum Library Program Type: Technology Classes Age Group: Adult Learn how to set up and navigate a Canva account to fast-track your graphic design projects. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Apr 9 2026 Thu Intro to Canva 3:00pm–4:30pm Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Computer Lab Age Group: Adult Program Type: Technology Classes Registration Required Event Details: Learn how to set up and navigate a Canva account to fast-track your graphic design projects.
This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Fiber Arts Group Thursday, April 9, 2026 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. View Details This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 9 2026 Thu Fiber Arts Group 6:00pm–8:00pm Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 English Language Learning Classes Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library Program Type: ESL ELL ELA Age Group: Adult 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. View Details This event is in the "Adult" group Apr 9 2026 Thu English Language Learning Classes 6:00pm–8:30pm Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 This event is in the "Seniors" group Drop-In Studio Hours Friday, April 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 5:00pm Studio 411 at Helen Plum Library Program Type: Maker Age Group: Adult, Seniors Get creative during drop-in Studio 411 hours. Use the makerspace equipment to sew, laser cut, record a podcast, customize with Cricut, and more! View Details This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 10 2026 Fri Drop-In Studio Hours 10:00am–5:00pm Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Studio 411 Age Group: Adult, Seniors Program Type: Maker Event Details: Get creative during drop-in Studio 411 hours. Use the makerspace equipment to sew, laser cut, record a podcast, customize with Cricut, and more!
This event is in the "Adult" group 50+ Board Game Group Friday, April 10, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library Age Group: Adult Do you love board games and are looking for people to play with? Join us for an afternoon of open gaming with others! Some games will be provided, but bring a game of your own to share or play with others. View Details This event is in the "Adult" group Apr 10 2026 Fri 50+ Board Game Group 2:00pm–4:00pm Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) Age Group: Adult Event Details: Do you love board games and are looking for people to play with? Join us for an afternoon of open gaming with others! Some games will be provided, but bring a game of your own to share or play with others.
This event is in the "Adult" group 20s-40s Board Game Night Friday, April 10, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library Age Group: Adult Are you looking for a space to play board games? Join us for a night of open gaming with other board game enthusiasts! Some games will be provided, but bring a game of your own to share or play with others. View Details This event is in the "Adult" group Apr 10 2026 Fri 20s-40s Board Game Night 6:00pm–8:00pm Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) Age Group: Adult Event Details: Are you looking for a space to play board games? Join us for a night of open gaming with other board game enthusiasts! Some games will be provided, but bring a game of your own to share or play with others.
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 May HPL Programs All Day Helen Plum Library Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adult, Seniors Registration for May programs opens at 9am on Sat, Apr 11.**Some program registration dates may differ. Technology classes open one month before each class. Be sure to check individual event listings for registration details. View Details 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 Apr 11 2026 Sat Registration Opens for May HPL Programs All Day Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adult, Seniors Event Details: Registration for May programs opens at 9am on Sat, Apr 11.**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 "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 Helen Plum Library Foundation Book Sale Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 9:00am - 4:30pm Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adult, Seniors Adult, teen, and youth books will be available for purchase. Supplies are limited, so check out the books while they last! View Details 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 Apr 11 2026 Sat Helen Plum Library Foundation Book Sale 9:00am–4:30pm Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adult, Seniors Event Details: Adult, teen, and youth books will be available for purchase. Supplies are limited, so check out the books while they last!
This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Story Share Book Club Sunday, April 12, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Conference Room at Helen Plum Library Program Type: Book Clubs, Featured Age Group: Adult, Seniors This book club doesn't require you to read a specific book ahead of time, it just requires a desire to discuss books! Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 12 2026 Sun Story Share Book Club 2:00pm–3:00pm Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adult, Seniors Program Type: Book Clubs, Featured Registration Required Event Details: This book club doesn't require you to read a specific book ahead of time, it just requires a desire to discuss books!
