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

Senior Social: Lilly Pulitzer Performed by Leslie Goddard

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adult, Seniors
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Senior Socials
Registration Required
Event Details:

In the 1960s, she changed fashion with her carefree shift dresses in whimsical, bold patterns. But who was Lilly Pulitzer? In this new portrayal, historian Leslie Goddard brings to life the entrepreneur who launched a design revolution.

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

Custom Engraved Pet Tag

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adult, Seniors
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Studio 411
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Maker
Event Details:

Celebrate National Pet Month with a custom engraved tag for your pet using the Glowforge. Unable to make the drop-in dates?

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Drop-in Notary Services

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adult
Event Details:

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

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

Cricut Project: Paper Birdhouse

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adult, Seniors
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Studio 411
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Maker
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn to cut and assemble a pre-designed paper birdhouse from Cricut Design Space. Basic computer skills required. No prior Cricut experience 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.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.

Family Literacy Night

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School
Event Details:

Drop-in event for families with children of all ages.
Gather the whole family for an evening dedicated to quality family time, books, and the joy of reading together. 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Genealogy Club

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adult
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Genealogy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a roundtable discussion to share your research findings, hear success stories from other members, and seek solutions to brick walls. 

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

Rich Lo Artist Reception: Waves of DuPage

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adult, Seniors
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us for a reception with artist Rich Lo celebrating the Waves of DuPage: Beautiful Cities public art project!

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

How Does Your Garden Grow?

10:00am - 10:45am
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Registered event for children ages 2-5 years, with participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required.
Plant the seed of excitement with stories, rhymes, and a special craft. 

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

Custom Engraved Pet Tag

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adult, Seniors
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Studio 411
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Maker
Event Details:

Celebrate National Pet Month with a custom engraved tag for your pet using the Glowforge. Unable to make the drop-in dates?

This event is in the "Adult" group.
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.

Intro to Canva!

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adult
Open
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 "Adult" group.

Helen Plum Library Book Club

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adult
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Colonel William R. Plum Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Custom Engraved Pet Tag

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adult, Seniors
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Studio 411
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Maker
Event Details:

Celebrate National Pet Month with a custom engraved tag for your pet using the Glowforge. Unable to make the drop-in dates?

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Intermediate ChatGPT

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Adult
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adult
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 customizing instructions accessible with your free registered account

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

Basic Paper Crafting for Kids

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth, Elementary School
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Studio 411
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Maker
Registration Required
Event Details:

Registered event for children in grades 3-5; Helen Plum Library card required 
Bring a picture to life by layering colorful paper pieces cut from the Library’s Cricut machine. 

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

Partners in Play: It's a Zoo!

10:00am - 11:00am
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool
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.

Custom Engraved Pet Tag

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adult, Seniors
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Studio 411
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Maker
Event Details:

Celebrate National Pet Month with a custom engraved tag for your pet using the Glowforge. Unable to make the drop-in dates?

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Advanced Excel

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Adult
Open
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 "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Fiber Arts Group

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adult, Seniors
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Studio 411
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Maker
Event Details:

Fiber art crafters including cross stitchers, knitters, and crocheters are invited to join this drop-in social group to work on individual projects or learn from their peers.  

This program is for ages 18 and over.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Helen Plum Library Book Club

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adult
Closed
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.

Pop-In Play: Blocks

9:30am - 11:30am
Youth, Birth to Preschool
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!

Blocks
Build and play with big and small blocks.

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

Custom Engraved Pet Tag

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adult, Seniors
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Studio 411
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Maker
Event Details:

Celebrate National Pet Month with a custom engraved tag for your pet using the Glowforge. Unable to make the drop-in dates?

Library Closed for Memorial Day

All Day 5/25 - 5/26
Closing
Branches:
Helen Plum Library