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Haunted Escape Room (Grades 6-8)

Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School

Registered event for grades 6-8.  
There's a chill in the air. Can you work together to escape, or will you be trapped... forever?

Upcoming
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.  
There's a chill in the air. Can you work together to escape, or will you be trapped... forever?

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

Designer Hacks for Easy Flower Arranging

Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Learn simple design hacks to create flower arrangements like a pro. Heather Coughlin from Pure Bloom Flowers will demonstrate how to choose the right flowers, arrange designs, and make your arrangement last. 

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

Learn simple design hacks to create flower arrangements like a pro. Heather Coughlin from Pure Bloom Flowers will demonstrate how to choose the right flowers, arrange designs, and make your arrangement last. 

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "High School" group

Haunted Escape Room (Grades 9-12)

Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, High School

Registered event for grades 9-12.  
There's a chill in the air. Can you work together to escape, or will you be trapped... forever?

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

Registered event for grades 9-12.  
There's a chill in the air. Can you work together to escape, or will you be trapped... forever?

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

Senior Health Insurance Program/Medicare Counseling

Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 9:00am - 1:00pm
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 "Youth" group
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group

Baby Storytime (0-12 months)

Thursday, October 23, 2025 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, October 23, 2025 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

Intermediate ChatGPT

Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Computer Lab at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Technology Classes
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Intended for ChatGPT registered users, this class explores custom instructions, prompt crafting, and the use of the canvas tool. 

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

Intended for ChatGPT registered users, this class explores custom instructions, prompt crafting, and the use of the canvas tool. 

This event is in the "Adult" group

English Language Learning Classes

Thursday, October 23, 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.

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

Pop-in Play: Vehicles

Friday, October 24, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool

Drop-in activities recommended for ages 3-5, with a participating adult
Pop by the Library for a playful morning of popular activities. 
Vehicles 

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

Drop-in activities recommended for ages 3-5, with a participating adult
Pop by the Library for a playful morning of popular activities. 
Vehicles 

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

Miss Allison's Music Class

Saturday, October 25, 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. 

Upcoming
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. 

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

Miss Allison's Music Class

Saturday, October 25, 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. 

Upcoming
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. 

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

Spanish Storytime

Saturday, October 25, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool

Drop-in storytime recommended for families with children ages birth-8 years 

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 recommended for families with children ages birth-8 years 

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

Halloween Happening with Zazz Jazz

Sunday, October 26, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Zazz performs "Halloween Happening," a jazz celebration of Halloween. Enjoy the enchanting sounds of standards like "Witchcraft" and "Old Devil Moon," plus some surprises!  

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

Zazz performs "Halloween Happening," a jazz celebration of Halloween. Enjoy the enchanting sounds of standards like "Witchcraft" and "Old Devil Moon," plus some surprises!  

This event is in the "Youth" 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

Trading Card Club

Sunday, October 26, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, High School

Drop-in event recommended for children in grades 1-12. 
Battle, duel, and trade with your favorite collectible card games. Whether you enjoy Pokémon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, or Magic the Gathering, this is the club for you.

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

Drop-in event recommended for children in grades 1-12. 
Battle, duel, and trade with your favorite collectible card games. Whether you enjoy Pokémon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, or Magic the Gathering, this is the club for you.

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

Wonder Lab: Forest Animals

Monday, October 27, 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 2-5, with participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required. 

Upcoming
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 2-5, with participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required. 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Intro to Canva!

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Computer Lab at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Technology Classes
Age Group:
Adult

Learn how to set up and navigate a Canva account to fast-track your graphic design projects!

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

Learn how to set up and navigate a Canva account to fast-track your graphic design projects!

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

Wonder Lab: Forest Animals

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool

Registered event for children ages 2-5, with participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required. 

Upcoming
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 2-5, with participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required. 

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

Family Glow Night

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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 for a glow-in-the-dark party! Wear white or bright colors and prepare to have fun.

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 for a glow-in-the-dark party! Wear white or bright colors and prepare to have fun.

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

Using Artificial Intelligence to Amplify You Genealogical Work

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Genealogy
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Improve your research, extract more data, translate, and creatively leverage tools and resources available to tech-embracing genealogists. Presented by Kate Penney Howard. 

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

Improve your research, extract more data, translate, and creatively leverage tools and resources available to tech-embracing genealogists. Presented by Kate Penney Howard. 

This event is in the "Adult" group

English Language Learning Classes

Tuesday, October 28, 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.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Advanced Excel

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Computer Lab at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Technology Classes
Age Group:
Adult

Practice your learned skills and take them to the next level with absolute references, advanced formulas, and macros!

 

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

Practice your learned skills and take them to the next level with absolute references, advanced formulas, and macros!

 

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

Family Glow Night

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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 for a glow-in-the-dark party! Wear white or bright colors and prepare to have fun.

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 for a glow-in-the-dark party! Wear white or bright colors and prepare to have fun.

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

Nature Art

Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool

Registered event for children ages 2-5, with participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required. 
Combine creativity and nature for a fall-tastic art project.

Upcoming
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 2-5, with participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required. 
Combine creativity and nature for a fall-tastic art project.

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

Nature Art

Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 10:45am - 11:30am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool

Registered event for children ages 2-5, with participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required. 
Combine creativity and nature for a fall-tastic art project.

Upcoming
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 2-5, with participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required. 
Combine creativity and nature for a fall-tastic art project.