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Family Storytime

9:30am - 10:00am
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool, Families – All Ages
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:
Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages With playful books, songs, and movement, this storytime will be enjoyed by the whole family. ...
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Families – All Ages" group.

Family Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool, Families – All Ages
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:
Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages With playful books, songs, and movement, this storytime will be enjoyed by the whole family. ...
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.

Baby Storytime

9:30am - 10:00am
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 ages birth-1, with a participating adult Literacy starts with the littlest ones! Meet other families as you sing, rhyme, and enjoy stories together. ...
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.

Toddler Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
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 ages 1-2, with a participating adult Wigglers and gigglers are the focus of this interactive storytime. We’ll sing, read, and have a simple learning activity each week. Dress for mess. Attendance is limited to 20 children. Nam...
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Grade School" group.

Mini Repurpose the Runway

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Grade School
Program Type: Craft & Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Registered program for grades 3-8 Fashion meets sustainability with this mini design challenge brought to you by ThomKat FAB in Lombard. Use your creativity to repurpose old clothes into a one-of-a-kind design. ...
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.

Toddler Storytime

9:30am - 10:00am
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 ages 1-2, with a participating adult Wigglers and gigglers are the focus of this interactive storytime. We’ll sing, read, and have a simple learning activity each week. Dress for mess. Attendance is limited to 20 children. Nam...
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.

Toddler Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
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 ages 1-2, with a participating adult Wigglers and gigglers are the focus of this interactive storytime. We’ll sing, read, and have a simple learning activity each week. Dress for mess. Attendance is limited to 20 children. Nam...
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.
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 months-2 years, with a participating adult Meet up with a friend or make a new one during this casual playgroup for our littlest patrons and their caregivers. Drop in any time to explore self-directed play s...
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Families – All Ages" group.

WIC Mobile Clinic

9:30am - 12:00pm
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Helen M. Plum Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool, Families – All Ages
Event Details:
The WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) Mobile Clinic brings WIC services to you! WIC programs include nutrition education, healthy food benefits, breastfeeding support, and other community referrals. Learn more about eligibility and appointments thro...
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This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Grade School" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.
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Mini Makerspace

10:00am - 11:30am
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool, Grade School, Middle School, Families – All Ages
Program Type: Craft, STEAM, Craft & Maker
Event Details:
Drop-in event for families with children of all ages  We’re turning Youth Services into a mini makerspace! Have fun exploring low- and high-tech activities with the whole family. ...
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Grade School" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.
This event is in the "Families – All Ages" group.

Mini Makerspace

2:30pm - 4:00pm
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool, Grade School, Middle School, Families – All Ages
Program Type: Craft, STEAM, Craft & Maker
Event Details:
Drop-in event for families with children of all ages  We’re turning Youth Services into a mini makerspace! Have fun exploring low- and high-tech activities with the whole family. ...
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Grade School" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.
This event is in the "Families – All Ages" group.

Mini Makerspace

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool, Grade School, Middle School, Families – All Ages
Program Type: Craft, STEAM, Craft & Maker
Event Details:
Drop-in event for families with children of all ages  We’re turning Youth Services into a mini makerspace! Have fun exploring low- and high-tech activities with the whole family. ...
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.

Wonder Lab: Weather

10:00am - 10:45am
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Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Registered event for children 2-5 years, with participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required Curious children and caregivers will explore discovery-based activities featuring a different theme each month.  Weather Explore different t...
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Grade School" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.

Family Fort Night

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool, Grade School, Middle School
Program Type: STEAM, Storytimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Registered program for families with children of all ages This is your chance to build a fort in the Library! We’ll supply the building materials, books, and flashlights — you bring the pillows for extra coziness. Please register all children and a...
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Grade School" group.

Code & Play

11:00am - 11:45am
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Grade School
Program Type: Craft & Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:
Registered program for grades K-2 Get hands-on with coding concepts using the Library’s collection of tech toys. ...
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Grade School" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.
This event is in the "Families – All Ages" group.
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool, Grade School, Middle School, Families – All Ages
Event Details:
Drop-in event for families with children of all ages Help us with some "crafty" spring cleaning! Use available supplies to design your own creation to take home. ...
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Grade School" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.
This event is in the "Families – All Ages" group.

Plum Pokémon League

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Grade School, Middle School, Families – All Ages
Event Details:
Drop-in event recommended for children in grades K-8 Using your own cards and Pokémon handheld video games, you can play and trade while meeting other Pokémon fans. ...
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.
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! Parachute Play  Shake, bounce, and sing to the rhythm with your library friends. ...
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Grade School" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.

Battle Bots

2:00pm - 2:45pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Grade School, Middle School
Program Type: STEAM, Craft & Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:
Registered event for grades 3-8 Create your own bot and compete to be the last bot standing!   ...
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Grade School" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.

Battle Bots

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Grade School, Middle School
Program Type: STEAM, Craft & Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Registered event for grades 3-8 Create your own bot and compete to be the last bot standing!   ...
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.

Going on a Safari

10:00am - 10:45am
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Craft
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Registered event for children 2-5 years, with participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required  Make your own binoculars and join us on a jungle safari.  ...
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Grade School" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Grade School, Middle School
Program Type: Craft, STEAM, Craft & Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:
Registered event for children in grades 3-8; Helen Plum Library card required  Rock star balloon artist Jason Kollum will guide kids through the process of making amazing balloon sculptures. Everyone will get to bring home a variety of their ow...
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Grade School" group.

Coding with Scratch Jr.

11:00am - 11:45am
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Youth, Grade School
Program Type: STEAM, Technology Classes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:
Registered event for children in grades 3-5 Join us for a morning of adventure as we learn and explore the world of coding using Scratch Jr.   ...
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Grade School" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.
This event is in the "Families – All Ages" group.

Chess Club

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Grade School, Middle School, Families – All Ages
Event Details:
Drop-in event recommended for children in grades 1-8 Visit the Library for a friendly chess match and share your love of the game. A basic understanding of the game is required. Chess sets will be provided.     ...