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Exhibit - Hereditary Hues: A Mother-Daughter Artistic Legacy

All Day 1/12 - 2/27
Adult Library Services at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Enjoy a vibrant mixed media art exhibit by mother-daughter duo Dixie Lee Hadley and Darlene "Weeze" Edwards on the 2nd Floor of the Library.

About the artists

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Adult Library Services
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Enjoy a vibrant mixed media art exhibit by mother-daughter duo Dixie Lee Hadley and Darlene "Weeze" Edwards on the 2nd Floor of the Library.

About the artists

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

The Outreach House Diaper Drive

All Day 2/1 - 2/28
The Hub at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

The Outreach House First Things First welcomes donations of baby items during the Library's hours of operation in the Hub.

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: The Hub
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

The Outreach House First Things First welcomes donations of baby items during the Library's hours of operation in the Hub.

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group

LEGO® Club

Sunday, February 1, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School

Drop-in event recommended for grades K-8.
Join other enthusiasts to free build with the Library’s LEGO® bricks collection. 

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Event Details:

Drop-in event recommended for grades K-8.
Join other enthusiasts to free build with the Library’s LEGO® bricks collection. 

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

College of DuPage Fuel Pantry Food Drive

All Day 2/2 - 2/28
The Hub at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Drop off non-perishable grocery items and toiletries in the bin located in the Hub this February.

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: The Hub
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Drop off non-perishable grocery items and toiletries in the bin located in the Hub this February.

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group

Family Storytime

Monday, February 2, 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. 

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
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Drop-In Studio Hours

Monday, February 2, 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!

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 "Youth" group
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group

Preschool Storytime (3-4 years old)

Monday, February 2, 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.  

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

Drop-in Notary Services

Monday, February 2, 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. 

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 "Youth" group
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group

Evening Family Storytime

Monday, February 2, 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. 

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, February 3, 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. 

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, February 3, 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. 

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

Ramadan Calendar Stand

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Studio 411 at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Create a calendar stand for Ramadan! The project will be pre-cut, and instructions will be provided. One project per person while supplies last. 

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

Create a calendar stand for Ramadan! The project will be pre-cut, and instructions will be provided. One project per person while supplies last. 

This event is in the "Adult" group

English Language Learning Classes

Tuesday, February 3, 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.

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 "Youth" group
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group

Pajama Jam Storytime

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Featured, Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool

Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages.  
The whole family can snuggle up and wind down with this special evening storytime. Pajamas are encouraged!

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Featured, Storytimes
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages.  
The whole family can snuggle up and wind down with this special evening storytime. Pajamas are encouraged!

This event is in the "Adult" group

Library Lounge

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Conference Room at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adult
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group

Family Storytime

Wednesday, February 4, 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. 

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
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Drop-In Studio Hours

Wednesday, February 4, 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!

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 "Youth" group
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group

Toddler Storytime (1-2 years old)

Wednesday, February 4, 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 1-2, with participating adult. 
Wigglers and gigglers are the focus of this interactive storytime. We’ll sing, read, and have a simple learning activity each week.

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 1-2, with participating adult. 
Wigglers and gigglers are the focus of this interactive storytime. We’ll sing, read, and have a simple learning activity each week.

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

Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Resource Drop-in

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Conference Room at Helen Plum Library
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.

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
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 "Youth" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group
This event is in the "High School" group

Oreo Flavor Showdown

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School, High School

Registered event for grades 6-10. 
Try different Oreos and decide which flavor wins it all in this taste test tournament.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School
Registration Required
Event Details:

Registered event for grades 6-10. 
Try different Oreos and decide which flavor wins it all in this taste test tournament.

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

Love Stories from History: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Featured
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

The course of historical love never did run smooth. Award-winning romantic comedy filmmaker Lorrisa Julianus shares true love stories from history to delight and entertain.

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

The course of historical love never did run smooth. Award-winning romantic comedy filmmaker Lorrisa Julianus shares true love stories from history to delight and entertain.

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group

Baby Storytime (0-12 months)

Thursday, February 5, 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 children birth-12 months, with participating adult. 
Literacy starts with the littlest ones! Meet other families as we sing, rhyme, and enjoy stories together. 

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 birth-12 months, with participating adult. 
Literacy starts with the littlest ones! Meet other families as we sing, rhyme, and enjoy stories together. 

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group

Toddler Storytime (1-2 years old)

Thursday, February 5, 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 1-2, with participating adult. 
Wigglers and gigglers are the focus of this interactive storytime. We’ll sing, read, and have a simple learning activity each week.

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 1-2, with participating adult. 
Wigglers and gigglers are the focus of this interactive storytime. We’ll sing, read, and have a simple learning activity each week.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Intro to Google Drive and Google Docs

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Computer Lab at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Technology Classes
Age Group:
Adult

Expand your knowledge of Google Drive by learning to navigate Google Docs, a free online word processor similar to Microsoft Word. Learn how to create, save, download, share and set permissions, and upload documents.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Expand your knowledge of Google Drive by learning to navigate Google Docs, a free online word processor similar to Microsoft Word. Learn how to create, save, download, share and set permissions, and upload documents.