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Tech Help Drop-In

Thursday, August 14, 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, August 14, 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

Senior Social: Oh Freedom! Songs of the Civil Rights Movement

Monday, August 18, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Senior Socials
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Music played a vital role in the Civil Rights Movement, spreading the message of equality and justice.

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

Music played a vital role in the Civil Rights Movement, spreading the message of equality and justice.

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

Hokusai and the Art of Edo: A Glimpse into Japanese Masterpieces

Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

This is a drop-in event; no registration required.

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

This is a drop-in event; no registration required.

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

Fiber Arts Group

Thursday, August 21, 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.

Cancelled
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

Tech Help Drop-In

Wednesday, August 27, 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

Small Business Ownership with Soapy Roads of Lombard

Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Join Brooke Bingaman, owner and creative director of Soapy Roads of Lombard, to learn what it takes to make a hobby into a small business (and all the laughs and horrors in between).

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

Join Brooke Bingaman, owner and creative director of Soapy Roads of Lombard, to learn what it takes to make a hobby into a small business (and all the laughs and horrors in between).

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

Fiber Arts Group

Thursday, August 28, 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

Computer Basics

Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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

Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Resource Drop-in

Wednesday, September 3, 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

Biomimicry: Looking to Nature to Solve Today's Problems

Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Did you know geckos have helped astronauts, or that hedgehogs are helping reduce concussions? Discover how we can use nature to solve modern problems with former Brookfield Zoo educator, Kim White.  

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

Did you know geckos have helped astronauts, or that hedgehogs are helping reduce concussions? Discover how we can use nature to solve modern problems with former Brookfield Zoo educator, Kim White.  

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

Create Stickers with Cricut

Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Studio 411 at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Learn to use Cricut Design Space to create stickers for water bottles, notebooks, packaging, or just for fun. Basic computer skills required. No prior Cricut experience necessary. 

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

Learn to use Cricut Design Space to create stickers for water bottles, notebooks, packaging, or just for fun. Basic computer skills required. No prior Cricut experience necessary. 

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

Senior Health Insurance Program/Medicare Counseling

Thursday, September 4, 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, September 4, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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, September 4, 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

Sunday Music Series: Cellist Lilianna Zofia Wosko

Sunday, September 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Join Chicago-based cellist and composer Lilianna Zofia Wosko as she enchants with a blend of traditional cello pieces and new takes on old classics.  

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

Join Chicago-based cellist and composer Lilianna Zofia Wosko as she enchants with a blend of traditional cello pieces and new takes on old classics.  

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

Seasonal One-Pot Meals with Chef Maddox

Monday, September 8, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Chef Maddox returns to HPL with tasty seasonal one-pot meals. 

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

Chef Maddox returns to HPL with tasty seasonal one-pot meals. 

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

Fiber Arts Group

Thursday, September 11, 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, September 12, 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.

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

Registration Opens for October HPL Programs

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

Registration for October programs opens at 9am on Sat, Sep 13.*

*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 October programs opens at 9am on Sat, Sep 13.*

*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

Story Share Book Club

Sunday, September 14, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Conference Room at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
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
Registration Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Book Clubs
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!

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

Senior Social: Medicare/Medicaid Open Enrollment Information Session

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

Stephanie Howanietz from Achieving Independence and Mobility Center for Independent Living will be here to familiarize you with the parts of Medicare and Medicaid and what they cover.

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

Stephanie Howanietz from Achieving Independence and Mobility Center for Independent Living will be here to familiarize you with the parts of Medicare and Medicaid and what they cover.

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

Monarch Butterfly Shadow Box

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

Assemble a marigold and butterfly-filled shadow box made from paper, inspired by the migration of monarch butterflies to Mexico. This project will be pre-cut on the Cricut.

This program is for ages 18 and over.

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

Assemble a marigold and butterfly-filled shadow box made from paper, inspired by the migration of monarch butterflies to Mexico. This project will be pre-cut on the Cricut.

This program is for ages 18 and over.

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

Senior Moving Made Simple

Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Moving can be an emotional and overwhelming process, particularly for seniors who have spent decades in their homes.  Lombard real estate agents Madison Verdun and Emily Kaczmarek of E&M Co will present clear guidance, trusted resources,

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

Moving can be an emotional and overwhelming process, particularly for seniors who have spent decades in their homes.  Lombard real estate agents Madison Verdun and Emily Kaczmarek of E&M Co will present clear guidance, trusted resources,