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Library Closed for New Year's

All Day 12/31 - 1/1
Helen Plum Library
Closing
Branches:
Helen Plum Library
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 Winter BINGO

Friday, January 2, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Featured
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School

Drop-in event for families with children of all ages.
Let's play BINGO! Bring the whole family to play and win prizes.

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

Drop-in event for families with children of all ages.
Let's play BINGO! Bring the whole family to play and win prizes.

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

iCash: Discover your Unclaimed Funds

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
The Hub at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Featured
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

The State Treasurer is holding more than $3.5 billion dollars in unclaimed funds for Illinoisans. The State holds these lost funds until they are claimed by either the original owner or their heirs.

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

The State Treasurer is holding more than $3.5 billion dollars in unclaimed funds for Illinoisans. The State holds these lost funds until they are claimed by either the original owner or their heirs.

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

Reality DuPage: Improv Workshop

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Featured
Age Group:
Youth, High School

Drop-in event for grades 9-12.

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, High School
Program Type: Featured
Event Details:

Drop-in event for grades 9-12.

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

Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Resource Drop-in

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Conference Room at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Featured
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
Program Type: Featured
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 "Adult" group

50+ Board Game Afternoon

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Featured
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.  

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Featured
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
Program Type:
Featured
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.

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Featured
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 "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
Program Type:
Featured
Age Group:
Youth, Adult, Seniors

Stop by the Library and take a jigsaw puzzle home for some indoor winter fun.

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Featured
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, Featured
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, Featured
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
Program Type:
Featured
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Enjoy a Sunday afternoon with pianist and vocalist Robyn Vitson. 

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

Enjoy a Sunday afternoon with pianist and vocalist Robyn Vitson. 

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

Illinois Libraries Present: Bringing History to Life with Jonathan Eig

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online
Program Type:
Featured, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adult

Jonathan Eig is the bestselling author of six books, including his most recent, Pulitzer Prize-winning King: A Life.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Featured, Virtual Program
Event Details:

Jonathan Eig is the bestselling author of six books, including his most recent, Pulitzer Prize-winning King: A Life.

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

New Year Healing Meditation

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Featured
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Learn how meditation can improve your physical, mental, and spiritual health. Participate in a short meditation sitting facilitated by Umesh Bhatia.

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

Learn how meditation can improve your physical, mental, and spiritual health. Participate in a short meditation sitting facilitated by Umesh Bhatia.

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

Animal Quest Show

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Featured
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School

Registered event for families with children of all ages; Helen Plum Library card required.
Meet a variety of animal friends at this interactive and educational show by Animal Quest. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Featured
Registration Required
Event Details:

Registered event for families with children of all ages; Helen Plum Library card required.
Meet a variety of animal friends at this interactive and educational show by Animal Quest. 

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

Laser Machines Open House

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Studio 411 at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Featured, Maker
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Drop in to learn about the laser cutting machines in Studio 411: the Epilog Fusion Maker and the Glowforge Pro HD. In this demonstration, discover the differences between the machines and have your questions answered.

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

Drop in to learn about the laser cutting machines in Studio 411: the Epilog Fusion Maker and the Glowforge Pro HD. In this demonstration, discover the differences between the machines and have your questions answered.

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

Craft for a Cause: Pet Toys

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Featured, Volunteer Opportunity
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School, High School

Registered event for grades 6-12.
Earn service hours and make pet toys that will be donated to a local animal shelter.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Featured, Volunteer Opportunity
Registration Required
Event Details:

Registered event for grades 6-12.
Earn service hours and make pet toys that will be donated to a local animal shelter.

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

Superhero Training Academy

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Featured
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool

Registered event for children ages 3-5, with participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required. 
Do you have what it takes to be a superhero? Find out with these exciting games and activities. Costumes encouraged!

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

Registered event for children ages 3-5, with participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required. 
Do you have what it takes to be a superhero? Find out with these exciting games and activities. Costumes encouraged!

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

Button Maker Crafting

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Featured
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School

Drop-in event for families with children of all ages.
Use our button maker to create pins, magnets, or keychains using old book pages or your own art.

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

Drop-in event for families with children of all ages.
Use our button maker to create pins, magnets, or keychains using old book pages or your own art.

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

Button Maker Crafting

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Featured
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School

Drop-in event for families with children of all ages.
Use our button maker to create pins, magnets, or keychains using old book pages or your own art.

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

Drop-in event for families with children of all ages.
Use our button maker to create pins, magnets, or keychains using old book pages or your own art.

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

Partners in Play: It’s a Zoo

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Featured
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool

Drop-in event recommended for children ages birth-5 years, with participating adult.

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

Drop-in event recommended for children ages birth-5 years, with participating adult.

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

Cut the Chaos, Reduce the Stress: The Impact of Good Time and Task Management

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Featured
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Learn practical tips for how to manage your time, including task management and organization strategies, with Jennifer Barnes of JB Organizing.

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

Learn practical tips for how to manage your time, including task management and organization strategies, with Jennifer Barnes of JB Organizing.

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

Supervillain Party

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Featured
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School

Drop-in event for families with children of all ages.
Join us for an afternoon of devious adventures, dastardly operations, and despicable fun. Disguises welcome!

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

Drop-in event for families with children of all ages.
Join us for an afternoon of devious adventures, dastardly operations, and despicable fun. Disguises welcome!

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 "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
Program Type:
Featured
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.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Featured
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.