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Studio 411 Craft Swap

12:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult, Seniors
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Maker
Event Details:

Find supplies for your next craft project at Studio 411's craft swap! 

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.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Glowforge Project: Multilayer Vase Flowers

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

Assemble a vase of flowers using layers of pre-cut wood. 

This program is only offered to those over the age of 18.

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.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Cricut Project: Custom Cups

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:

Create a custom cup using vinyl or infusible ink. Choose from a design and cut it on your own. You can choose between a coffee mug or a libby cup. Basic computer skills required. No prior Cricut experience necessary. 

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

Getting Traditionally Published with Ann Zhao

6:00pm - 7:00pm
High School, Adult, Seniors
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: High School, Adult, Seniors
Registration Required
Event Details:

Helen Plum staffer and published author Ann Zhao will walk participants through the traditional publishing process while sharing tips and tricks to get your dream novel out of your imagination and into the hands of readers everywhere! 

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.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Studio 411 Drop-in Hours

1:00pm - 5:00pm
Adult, Seniors
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Studio 411
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Maker
Event Details:

Drop in during this designated time frame to work on your project. Trained staff will be able to provide some help.

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

Studio 411 Drop-in Hours

1:00pm - 5:00pm
Adult, Seniors
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Studio 411
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Maker
Event Details:

Drop in during this designated time frame to work on your project. Trained staff will be able to provide some help.

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

Tech Help Drop-In

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Adult, Seniors
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Classes
Event Details:

Have a tech question? Join us for monthly Tech Help Drop-In sessions. Bring your questions and your device!

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

Studio 411 Drop-in Hours

4:00pm - 8:00pm
Adult, Seniors
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Studio 411
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Maker
Event Details:

Drop in during this designated time frame to work on your project. Trained staff will be able to provide some help.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: The Hub
Age Group: Youth, Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

From Thu, May 1 through Sat, May 31, Helen Plum Library and the Lombard Historical Society are proud to showcase the original hand-painted 1930s Lilac Time posters by Chicago artist Charles Medin.

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

Glowforge Project: Hello Summer Home Decor

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

Assemble and paint a pre-cut summer home decor sign. 

This program is only offered to those over the age of 18.