This event is in the "Adult" group Excel Basics Monday, April 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am Computer Lab at Helen Plum Library Program Type: Technology Classes Age Group: Adult Learn terminology, placement of tabs and key commands, how to create spreadsheets using templates, and how to turn data into charts with Excel 2021. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Excel Basics 10:00am–11:30am 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 terminology, placement of tabs and key commands, how to create spreadsheets using templates, and how to turn data into charts with Excel 2021.
This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Drop-In Studio Hours Monday, April 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 8:00pm 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 13 2026 Mon Drop-In Studio Hours 10:00am–8:00pm 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 Morbid History Monday, April 13, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library Program Type: Featured Age Group: Adult, Seniors From bizarre European burials to the truth about Chicago’s largest cemetery, this light-hearted presentation takes you around the world with spine-tingling true tales you never learned in history class. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Morbid History 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: From bizarre European burials to the truth about Chicago’s largest cemetery, this light-hearted presentation takes you around the world with spine-tingling true tales you never learned in history class.
This event is in the "Adult" group English Language Learning Classes Tuesday, April 14, 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 14 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 Introduction to ChatGPT Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm Computer Lab at Helen Plum Library Program Type: Technology Classes Age Group: Adult Explore what ChatGPT is and learn some practical applications for using it successfully. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Introduction to ChatGPT 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: Explore what ChatGPT is and learn some practical applications for using it successfully.
This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Drop-In Studio Hours Wednesday, April 15, 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 15 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 Helen Plum Library Book Club Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Colonel William R. Plum Meeting Room at Helen Plum Library Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Adult The Backyard Bird Chronicles Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Apr 15 2026 Wed Helen Plum Library Book Club 1:00pm–2:00pm Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Colonel William R. Plum Meeting Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Book Clubs Registration Required Event Details: The Backyard Bird Chronicles
This event is in the "Adult" group Canva Affinity for Advanced Photo Editing Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm Computer Lab at Helen Plum Library Program Type: Featured, Technology Classes Age Group: Adult Learn how you can use your Canva account to access Affinity, a powerful photo editing tool. Practice projects ranging from simple fixes to those that require complex tools. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Apr 15 2026 Wed Canva Affinity for Advanced Photo Editing 3:00pm–4:30pm Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Computer Lab Age Group: Adult Program Type: Featured, Technology Classes Registration Required Event Details: Learn how you can use your Canva account to access Affinity, a powerful photo editing tool. Practice projects ranging from simple fixes to those that require complex tools.
This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Intermediate Canva Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm Computer Lab at Helen Plum Library Program Type: Technology Classes Age Group: Adult, Seniors Level up your Canva skills in this intermediate class designed for users who already know the basics. Learn to use layers, rulers, and guides to create thoughtful and easy-to-use designs. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 16 2026 Thu Intermediate Canva 3:00pm–4:30pm 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: Level up your Canva skills in this intermediate class designed for users who already know the basics. Learn to use layers, rulers, and guides to create thoughtful and easy-to-use designs.
This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Fiber Arts Group Thursday, April 16, 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 16 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 16, 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 16 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 Helen Plum Library Book Club Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Conference Room at Helen Plum Library Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Adult The Backyard Bird Chronicles Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Apr 16 2026 Thu Helen Plum Library Book Club 7:00pm–8:00pm Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Book Clubs Registration Required Event Details: The Backyard Bird Chronicles
This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Illinois Libraries Present: Cristina Henríquez: Voice, Culture, and Human Connection Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Online Program Type: Featured, Virtual Program Age Group: Adult, Seniors Join critically acclaimed, bestselling author, Cristina Henríquez, for a compelling conversation about her work. View Details Virtual Event This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 16 2026 Thu Illinois Libraries Present: Cristina Henríquez: Voice, Culture, and Human Connection 7:00pm–8:00pm Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Online Age Group: Adult, Seniors Program Type: Featured, Virtual Program Event Details: Join critically acclaimed, bestselling author, Cristina Henríquez, for a compelling conversation about her work. Disclaimer(s) Zoom Webinar As an attendee at this webinar, you will be in ‘view and listen only’ mode, so you will not be seen or heard. The presenter will have video and audio, and there will be a chat function where attendees can type questions or comments. We reserve the right to remove or mute any attendee at our discretion.
This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Canvas Book Tote Bag Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm Studio 411 at Helen Plum Library Program Type: Maker Age Group: Adult, Seniors Assemble a tote bag made from canvas - perfect for carrying books! Sewing experience is required. Waitlist Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 18 2026 Sat Canvas Book Tote Bag 11:00am–1:00pm Waitlist Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Studio 411 Age Group: Adult, Seniors Program Type: Maker Registration Required Event Details: Assemble a tote bag made from canvas - perfect for carrying books! Sewing experience is required.
This event is in the "Adult" group Intermediate Excel Monday, April 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am Computer Lab at Helen Plum Library Program Type: Technology Classes Age Group: Adult Learn the ins and outs of creating pivot tables, sorting files, and filtering Excel spreadsheets. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Apr 20 2026 Mon Intermediate Excel 10:00am–11:30am Upcoming 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 the ins and outs of creating pivot tables, sorting files, and filtering Excel spreadsheets.
This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Senior Social: There's No Crying in Baseball! Monday, April 20, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library Program Type: Senior Socials Age Group: Adult, Seniors The 1992 film A League of Their Own introduced modern America to the Rockford Peaches and the women who played professional baseball to improve morale on the American home fron Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 20 2026 Mon Senior Social: There's No Crying in Baseball! 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: Senior Socials Registration Required Event Details: The 1992 film A League of Their Own introduced modern America to the Rockford Peaches and the women who played professional baseball to improve morale on the American home fron
This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Bookish Craft Drop-In Monday, April 20, 2026 at 2:00pm - 8:00pm Studio 411 at Helen Plum Library Program Type: Maker Age Group: Adult, Seniors Choose from a menu of bookish-themed projects to celebrate National Library Week, such as a wooden book tracker, embroidered bookmark, and more. All items will be pre-cut with instructions for assembly. One project per visit while supplies last. View Details This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 20 2026 Mon Bookish Craft Drop-In 2:00pm–8:00pm Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Studio 411 Age Group: Adult, Seniors Program Type: Maker Event Details: Choose from a menu of bookish-themed projects to celebrate National Library Week, such as a wooden book tracker, embroidered bookmark, and more. All items will be pre-cut with instructions for assembly. One project per visit while supplies last.
This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Drop-in Notary Services Monday, April 20, 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 20 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 Not an Ordinary Artist: A Polish Immigrant’s Challenging and Enduring Story Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library Program Type: Featured Age Group: Adult, Seniors Local author and art historian Gail Tanzer will explore the life and work of Florian Durzyński, a Polish immigrant and artist who found home in Chicago’s West Town. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 21 2026 Tue Not an Ordinary Artist: A Polish Immigrant’s Challenging and Enduring Story 1:00pm–2:30pm 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: Local author and art historian Gail Tanzer will explore the life and work of Florian Durzyński, a Polish immigrant and artist who found home in Chicago’s West Town.
This event is in the "Adult" group English Language Learning Classes Tuesday, April 21, 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 21 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 This event is in the "Seniors" group Intermediate ChatGPT Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm Computer Lab at Helen Plum Library Program Type: Technology Classes Age Group: Adult, Seniors Intended for those who have prior experience with Chat AI, this intermediate ChatGPT session will focus on refining your prompts, utilizing established methods for success, and learning custom instructions accessible with your free registered acco Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 21 2026 Tue Intermediate ChatGPT 6:30pm–8:00pm Upcoming 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: Intended for those who have prior experience with Chat AI, this intermediate ChatGPT session will focus on refining your prompts, utilizing established methods for success, and learning custom instructions accessible with your free registered acco
This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Bookish Craft Drop-In Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 2:00pm - 8:00pm Studio 411 at Helen Plum Library Program Type: Maker Age Group: Adult, Seniors Choose from a menu of bookish-themed projects to celebrate National Library Week, such as a wooden book tracker, embroidered bookmark, and more. All items will be pre-cut with instructions. One project per visit while supplies last. View Details This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 22 2026 Wed Bookish Craft Drop-In 2:00pm–8:00pm Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Studio 411 Age Group: Adult, Seniors Program Type: Maker Event Details: Choose from a menu of bookish-themed projects to celebrate National Library Week, such as a wooden book tracker, embroidered bookmark, and more. All items will be pre-cut with instructions. One project per visit while supplies last.
This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Tech Help Wednesday, April 22, 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. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 22 2026 Wed Tech Help 3:00pm–4:00pm Upcoming 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 Advanced Canva Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm 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. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Apr 23 2026 Thu Advanced Canva 3:00pm–4:30pm Upcoming 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.
