Special hours for Jingle Bell Jubilee

The Library will be open from 9am-7pm on Sat, Dec 6 for Jingle Bell Jubilee. View the full schedule of festivities at the Library!

Staff In-service Closure

The Library will open at 1pm on Wed, Dec 10 for staff in-service.

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50+ Board Game Afternoon

Friday, December 12, 2025 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.  

Cancelled
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.  

Holiday Craft Drop-in

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 8:00pm
Studio 411 at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Choose between four projects on a holiday-themed craft menu to create. Materials and instructions will be provided. One project per person.

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

Choose between four projects on a holiday-themed craft menu to create. Materials and instructions will be provided. One project per person.

Pokémon Party

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School

Drop-in event for families with children of all ages.
Join us in celebrating all things Pokémon with games, crafts, and more.

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

Drop-in event for families with children of all ages.
Join us in celebrating all things Pokémon with games, crafts, and more.

20s-40s Board Game Night

Friday, December 12, 2025 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.

Cancelled
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.

Registration Opens for January HPL Programs

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

Registration for January programs opens at 9am on Sat, Dec 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 January programs opens at 9am on Sat, Dec 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.

Miss Allison's Music Class

Saturday, December 13, 2025 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. 

Waitlist
Registration Required
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. 

Miss Allison's Music Class

Saturday, December 13, 2025 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. 

Waitlist
Registration Required
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. 

Story Share Book Club

Sunday, December 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!

Preschool Art Party

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool

Registered event for children ages 3-5, with participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required. 
Explore art with a variety of textures and colors in this child-directed program. Dress for mess! 

Open
Registration Required
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 ages 3-5, with participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required. 
Explore art with a variety of textures and colors in this child-directed program. Dress for mess! 

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Intermediate ChatGPT

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
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

Open
Registration Required
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

Drop-In Studio Hours

Monday, December 15, 2025 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!

Senior Social: The Legend of St. Nicholas

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Senior Socials
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Join Old English Father Christmas, portrayed by historical actor Terrence Lynch, as he shares the history of St. Nicholas and the origins of worldwide Christmas traditions.

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

Join Old English Father Christmas, portrayed by historical actor Terrence Lynch, as he shares the history of St. Nicholas and the origins of worldwide Christmas traditions.

Drop-in Notary Services

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Conference Room at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Adult

A licensed notary will be available on a drop-in basis. 

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adult
Event Details:

A licensed notary will be available on a drop-in basis. 

A Visit with Jane Austen

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

Step back to 1815 and meet Jane Austen, portrayed by Debra Miller of Historical Women of Letters.

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

Step back to 1815 and meet Jane Austen, portrayed by Debra Miller of Historical Women of Letters.

Family Science: Make a Mess

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School

Registered event for families with children ages 3-8 
Families can try some of our favorite messy science activities. Dress for mess!

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School
Registration Required
Event Details:

Registered event for families with children ages 3-8 
Families can try some of our favorite messy science activities. Dress for mess!

Salt Snowflake Art

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School

Registered event for grades K-2; Helen Plum Library card required.
Use salt and watercolors to create a colorful, wintery painting.

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

Registered event for grades K-2; Helen Plum Library card required.
Use salt and watercolors to create a colorful, wintery painting.

Vintage-Inspired Teacup Candles

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

Commemorate Jane Austen's 250th birthday by creating a candle in a teacup using soy wax and essential oils.

This program is for ages 18 and over.

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

Commemorate Jane Austen's 250th birthday by creating a candle in a teacup using soy wax and essential oils.

This program is for ages 18 and over.

English Language Learning Classes

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 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.

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Intermediate Canva

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
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
Registration Required
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. 

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Conference Room at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Board of Trustees

Meeting Agenda (typically posted online and in the building the Friday ahead of the meeting): https://www.helenplum.org/board/documents

Cancelled
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Conference Room
Program Type: Board of Trustees
Event Details:

Meeting Agenda (typically posted online and in the building the Friday ahead of the meeting): https://www.helenplum.org/board/documents

Plum Playdate

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool

Drop-in event recommended for ages 3 months-5 years, with participating adult. 

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

Drop-in event recommended for ages 3 months-5 years, with participating adult. 

Drop-In Studio Hours

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 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!

Pride & Prejudice Watch-Along

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Celebrate Jane Austen's 250th birthday with a showing of the 2005 adaptation of Pride & Prejudice. Light refreshments will be served.

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

Celebrate Jane Austen's 250th birthday with a showing of the 2005 adaptation of Pride & Prejudice. Light refreshments will be served.

Rat Race

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School

Registered event for grades 6-8. 
Try to navigate through a maze made by your peers and design a maze to stump others.

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

Registered event for grades 6-8. 
Try to navigate through a maze made by your peers and design a maze to stump others.