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Fiber Arts Group

Thursday, July 17, 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

Sewing Project: Clear Travel Pouch

Saturday, July 19, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Studio 411 at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Create a foldable, clear travel pouch perfect for your next vacation. Sewing experience is required. 

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

Create a foldable, clear travel pouch perfect for your next vacation. Sewing experience is required. 

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

Senior Social: Comedy in Chicago: The Marx Bros. and Bob Newhart

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Senior Socials
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Chicago Movie Tours will take you on a virtual tour to discover the Chicagoland locales that shaped the lives of the Marx Brothers and Bob Newhart.

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:

Chicago Movie Tours will take you on a virtual tour to discover the Chicagoland locales that shaped the lives of the Marx Brothers and Bob Newhart.

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

Studio 411 Drop-in Hours

Monday, July 21, 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

Cricut Project: Summer Libbey Cup

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Studio 411 at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Create a glass libbey cup using vinyl and transfer paper. You choose to cut the design on your own or use a pre-cut option. 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:

Create a glass libbey cup using vinyl and transfer paper. You choose to cut the design on your own or use a pre-cut option. Basic computer skills required. No prior Cricut experience necessary. 

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

Tech Help Drop-In

Thursday, July 24, 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, July 24, 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

Roadside Attractions with Leslie Goddard

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Senior Socials
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Since Americans took to the highways for long-distance travel in the 1920s, entrepreneurs have been dreaming up unusual structures to attract passing motorists, from 30-foot Paul Bunyan statues to giant balls of twine.

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:

Since Americans took to the highways for long-distance travel in the 1920s, entrepreneurs have been dreaming up unusual structures to attract passing motorists, from 30-foot Paul Bunyan statues to giant balls of twine.

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

Studio 411 Drop-in Hours

Monday, July 28, 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

Tech Help Drop-In

Wednesday, July 30, 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 "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

Summer Reading Wrap-Up Party

Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adult, Seniors

Drop-in event for all ages.

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

Drop-in event for all ages.

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

Cricut Project: Paper Potted Cactus

Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Studio 411 at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Assemble a potted cactus made from pre-cut paper pieces. 

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 potted cactus made from pre-cut paper pieces. 

This program is for ages 18 and over.

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

Community Concert Partnership with Mark Dvorak

Sunday, August 3, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Join us for a special community event with beloved musician Mark Dvorak! Bring a non-perishable food item or a donation to support a local Lombard nonprofit and enjoy a memorable performance by Mark.

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

Join us for a special community event with beloved musician Mark Dvorak! Bring a non-perishable food item or a donation to support a local Lombard nonprofit and enjoy a memorable performance by Mark.

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

Around the World in 60 Minutes

Monday, August 4, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Heather Braoudakis returns to Helen Plum with a new music program to delight! Join Heather as she sings songs from around the world and classics such as “I Left My Heart in San Francisco,” “Road to Morocco” and “The Girl from Ipanema.” 

Upcoming
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 returns to Helen Plum with a new music program to delight! Join Heather as she sings songs from around the world and classics such as “I Left My Heart in San Francisco,” “Road to Morocco” and “The Girl from Ipanema.” 

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

Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Resource Drop-in

Wednesday, August 6, 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

Senior Health Insurance Program/Medicare Counseling

Thursday, August 7, 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

Fiber Arts Group

Thursday, August 7, 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

Protecting Your Identity and Other Assets

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Learn essential tips to safeguard your personal information online and offline, like recognizing phishing scams, creating strong passwords, using secure networks, and more.

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

Learn essential tips to safeguard your personal information online and offline, like recognizing phishing scams, creating strong passwords, using secure networks, and more.

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

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.

Upcoming
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

Justin Witte, Curator of the Cleve Carney Museum of Art, will share insights into the curation of the groundbreaking Hokusai exhibition, which features 50 original ukiyo-e works never before seen in th

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

Justin Witte, Curator of the Cleve Carney Museum of Art, will share insights into the curation of the groundbreaking Hokusai exhibition, which features 50 original ukiyo-e works never before seen in th

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.

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!