This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group Miss Allison's Music Class Friday, January 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool Registered event for children birth-5 years, with participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group Jan 9 2026 Fri Miss Allison's Music Class 10:00am–10:30am Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined) Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool Registration Required Event Details: Registered event for children birth-5 years, with participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required.
This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Drop-In Studio Hours Friday, January 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 5:00pm Studio 411 at Helen Plum Library Program Type: Maker Age Group: Adult, Seniors Get creative during Studio 411 Drop-in 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 Jan 9 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 Studio 411 Drop-in Hours. Use the makerspace equipment to sew, laser cut, record a podcast, customize with Cricut, and more!
This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group Miss Allison's Music Class Friday, January 9, 2026 at 10:45am - 11:15am Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool Registered event for children birth-5 years, with participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group Jan 9 2026 Fri Miss Allison's Music Class 10:45am–11:15am Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined) Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool Registration Required Event Details: Registered event for children birth-5 years, with participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required.
This event is in the "Adult" group 50+ Board Game Afternoon Friday, January 9, 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 Jan 9 2026 Fri 50+ Board Game Afternoon 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, January 9, 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 Jan 9 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 February HPL Programs All Day Helen Plum Library Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adult, Seniors Registration for February programs opens at 9am on Sat, Jan 10.**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 Jan 10 2026 Sat Registration Opens for February 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 February programs opens at 9am on Sat, Jan 10.**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 "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group HPL Puzzle Exchange Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 11:00am - 3:00pm Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library Age Group: Youth, Adult, Seniors Stop by the Library and take a jigsaw puzzle home for some indoor winter fun. View Details This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 10 2026 Sat HPL Puzzle Exchange 11:00am–3:00pm Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) Age Group: Youth, Adult, Seniors Event Details: Stop by the Library and take a jigsaw puzzle home for some indoor winter fun.
This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Story Share Book Club Sunday, January 11, 2026 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 Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 11 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 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 Sunday Music Series: Robyn Vitson Sunday, January 11, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library Age Group: Adult, Seniors Enjoy a Sunday afternoon with pianist and vocalist Robyn Vitson. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 11 2026 Sun Sunday Music Series: Robyn Vitson 2:00pm–3:00pm Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) Age Group: Adult, Seniors Registration Required Event Details: Enjoy a Sunday afternoon with pianist and vocalist Robyn Vitson.
This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Middle School" group This event is in the "High School" group Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Meeting Sunday, January 11, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm Teen: The Hive at Helen Plum Library Program Type: Volunteer Opportunity Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School Registered event for grades 6-12; Helen Plum Library card required. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Middle School" group This event is in the "High School" group Jan 11 2026 Sun Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Meeting 3:00pm–4:00pm Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Teen: The Hive Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School Program Type: Volunteer Opportunity Registration Required Event Details: Registered event for grades 6-12; Helen Plum Library card required.
This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Middle School" group This event is in the "High School" group Teen Make @ Home: Friendship Bracelets All Day Teen Corner at Helen Plum Library Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School Drop-in kit pick-up for grades 6-12. Stop by the Teen Corner to pick up supplies to make a project at home (while supplies last). View Details This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Middle School" group This event is in the "High School" group Jan 12 2026 Mon Teen Make @ Home: Friendship Bracelets All Day Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Teen Corner Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School Event Details: Drop-in kit pick-up for grades 6-12. Stop by the Teen Corner to pick up supplies to make a project at home (while supplies last).
This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group Family Storytime Monday, January 12, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages. With playful books, songs, and movement, this storytime is for the whole family to enjoy. View Details This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group Jan 12 2026 Mon Family Storytime 9:30am–10:00am Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined) Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages. With playful books, songs, and movement, this storytime is for the whole family to enjoy.
This event is in the "Adult" group Excel Basics Monday, January 12, 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 Jan 12 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, January 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 8:00pm Studio 411 at Helen Plum Library Program Type: Maker Age Group: Adult, Seniors Get creative during Studio 411 Drop-in 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 Jan 12 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 Studio 411 Drop-in Hours. Use the makerspace equipment to sew, laser cut, record a podcast, customize with Cricut, and more!
This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group Preschool Storytime (3-4 years old) Monday, January 12, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool Drop-in storytime for children ages 3-4, with participating adult. Join us for stories, songs, and skills to encourage kindergarten readiness. Try a different early learning activity each week. View Details This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group Jan 12 2026 Mon Preschool Storytime (3-4 years old) 10:30am–11:00am Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined) Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Drop-in storytime for children ages 3-4, with participating adult. Join us for stories, songs, and skills to encourage kindergarten readiness. Try a different early learning activity each week.
This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group Evening Family Storytime Monday, January 12, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages. Twinkle, twinkle, storytime! End your day with books and rhymes. View Details This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group Jan 12 2026 Mon Evening Family Storytime 6:30pm–7:00pm Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined) Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages. Twinkle, twinkle, storytime! End your day with books and rhymes.
This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group Family Storytime Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages. With playful books, songs, and movement, this storytime is for the whole family to enjoy. View Details This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group Jan 13 2026 Tue Family Storytime 9:30am–10:00am Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined) Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages. With playful books, songs, and movement, this storytime is for the whole family to enjoy.
This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group Family Storytime Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages. With playful books, songs, and movement, this storytime is for the whole family to enjoy. View Details This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group Jan 13 2026 Tue Family Storytime 10:30am–11:00am Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined) Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool Event Details: Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages. With playful books, songs, and movement, this storytime is for the whole family to enjoy.
This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Historical Highlights of the Chicago Auto Show Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library Age Group: Adult, Seniors The 50-minute presentation highlights historic auto debuts, decades of muscle and pony cars, exotic imports, concept vehicles, stage revues, and celebrities. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 13 2026 Tue Historical Highlights of the Chicago Auto Show 1:00pm–2:00pm Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) Age Group: Adult, Seniors Registration Required Event Details: The 50-minute presentation highlights historic auto debuts, decades of muscle and pony cars, exotic imports, concept vehicles, stage revues, and celebrities.
This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Elementary School" group Foodie for Kids: Chocolate-Covered Fruits Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library Age Group: Youth, Elementary School Registered event for grades 3-5; Helen Plum Library card required.Young chefs will cover an assortment of fruit with melted chocolate for a sweet treat. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Elementary School" group Jan 13 2026 Tue Foodie for Kids: Chocolate-Covered Fruits 4:30pm–5:30pm Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined) Age Group: Youth, Elementary School Registration Required Event Details: Registered event for grades 3-5; Helen Plum Library card required.Young chefs will cover an assortment of fruit with melted chocolate for a sweet treat.
This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Winter Scrapbook Album Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Studio 411 at Helen Plum Library Program Type: Maker Age Group: Adult, Seniors Assemble a winter-themed scrapbook album with paper pre-cut on the Cricut. Bring up to 10 photos on a USB drive to be printed in Studio 411 for your album.This program is for ages 18 and over. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 13 2026 Tue Winter Scrapbook Album 6:00pm–8:00pm Open 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 winter-themed scrapbook album with paper pre-cut on the Cricut. Bring up to 10 photos on a USB drive to be printed in Studio 411 for your album.This program is for ages 18 and over.
This event is in the "Adult" group Introduction to ChatGPT Tuesday, January 13, 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 Jan 13 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 Illinois Libraries Present: Bringing History to Life with Jonathan Eig Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Online Program Type: Virtual Program Age Group: Adult Jonathan Eig is the bestselling author of six books, including his most recent, Pulitzer Prize-winning King: A Life. View Details Virtual Event This event is in the "Adult" group Jan 13 2026 Tue Illinois Libraries Present: Bringing History to Life with Jonathan Eig 7:00pm–8:00pm Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Online Age Group: Adult Program Type: Virtual Program Event Details: Jonathan Eig is the bestselling author of six books, including his most recent, Pulitzer Prize-winning King: A Life. 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 "Youth" group This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group Family Storytime Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages. With playful books, songs, and movement, this storytime is for the whole family to enjoy. View Details This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group Jan 14 2026 Wed Family Storytime 9:30am–10:00am Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined) Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages. With playful books, songs, and movement, this storytime is for the whole family to enjoy.
