This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 16 2026 Thu Intermediate Canva 3:00pm–4:30pm Adult, Seniors Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 16 2026 Thu Intermediate Canva 3:00pm–4:30pm Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Computer Lab Age Group: Adult, Seniors Program Type: Technology Classes Registration Required Event Details: Level up your Canva skills in this intermediate class designed for users who already know the basics. Learn to use layers, rulers, and guides to create thoughtful and easy-to-use designs.
This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 16 2026 Thu Fiber Arts Group 6:00pm–8:00pm Adult, Seniors This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 16 2026 Thu Fiber Arts Group 6:00pm–8:00pm Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 Apr 16 2026 Thu English Language Learning Classes 6:00pm–8:30pm Adult This event is in the "Adult" group Apr 16 2026 Thu English Language Learning Classes 6:00pm–8:30pm Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 Apr 16 2026 Thu Helen Plum Library Book Club 7:00pm–8:00pm Adult Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Apr 16 2026 Thu Helen Plum Library Book Club 7:00pm–8:00pm Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Book Clubs Registration Required Event Details: The Backyard Bird Chronicles
This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 16 2026 Thu Illinois Libraries Present: Cristina Henríquez: Voice, Culture, and Human Connection 7:00pm–8:00pm Adult, Seniors Virtual Event This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 16 2026 Thu Illinois Libraries Present: Cristina Henríquez: Voice, Culture, and Human Connection 7:00pm–8:00pm Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Online Age Group: Adult, Seniors Program Type: Featured, Virtual Program Event Details: Join critically acclaimed, bestselling author, Cristina Henríquez, for a compelling conversation about her work. Disclaimer(s) 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 Apr 18 2026 Sat Canvas Book Tote Bag 11:00am–1:00pm Adult, Seniors Full Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 18 2026 Sat Canvas Book Tote Bag 11:00am–1:00pm Full Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Studio 411 Age Group: Adult, Seniors Program Type: Maker Registration Required Event Details: Assemble a tote bag made from canvas - perfect for carrying books! Sewing experience is required.
This event is in the "Adult" group Apr 20 2026 Mon Intermediate Excel 10:00am–11:30am Adult Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Apr 20 2026 Mon Intermediate Excel 10:00am–11:30am Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Computer Lab Age Group: Adult Program Type: Technology Classes Registration Required Event Details: Learn the ins and outs of creating pivot tables, sorting files, and filtering Excel spreadsheets.
This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 20 2026 Mon Senior Social: There's No Crying in Baseball! 1:00pm–2:00pm Adult, Seniors Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 20 2026 Mon Senior Social: There's No Crying in Baseball! 1:00pm–2:00pm Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) Age Group: Adult, Seniors Program Type: Senior Socials Registration Required Event Details: The 1992 film A League of Their Own introduced modern America to the Rockford Peaches and the women who played professional baseball to improve morale on the American home fron
This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 20 2026 Mon Bookish Craft Drop-In 2:00pm–8:00pm Adult, Seniors This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 20 2026 Mon Bookish Craft Drop-In 2:00pm–8:00pm Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Studio 411 Age Group: Adult, Seniors Program Type: Maker Event Details: Choose from a menu of bookish-themed projects to celebrate National Library Week, such as a wooden book tracker, embroidered bookmark, and more. All items will be pre-cut with instructions for assembly. One project per visit while supplies last.
This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 20 2026 Mon Drop-in Notary Services 4:00pm–6:00pm Adult, Seniors This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 20 2026 Mon Drop-in Notary Services 4:00pm–6:00pm Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adult, Seniors 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 Apr 21 2026 Tue Not an Ordinary Artist: A Polish Immigrant’s Challenging and Enduring Story 1:00pm–2:30pm Adult, Seniors Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 21 2026 Tue Not an Ordinary Artist: A Polish Immigrant’s Challenging and Enduring Story 1:00pm–2:30pm Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) Age Group: Adult, Seniors Program Type: Featured Registration Required Event Details: Local author and art historian Gail Tanzer will explore the life and work of Florian Durzyński, a Polish immigrant and artist who found home in Chicago’s West Town.
This event is in the "Adult" group Apr 21 2026 Tue English Language Learning Classes 6:00pm–8:30pm Adult This event is in the "Adult" group Apr 21 2026 Tue English Language Learning Classes 6:00pm–8:30pm Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 21 2026 Tue Intermediate ChatGPT 6:30pm–8:00pm Adult, Seniors Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 21 2026 Tue Intermediate ChatGPT 6:30pm–8:00pm Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Computer Lab Age Group: Adult, Seniors 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 learning custom instructions accessible with your free registered acco
This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 22 2026 Wed Bookish Craft Drop-In 2:00pm–8:00pm Adult, Seniors This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 22 2026 Wed Bookish Craft Drop-In 2:00pm–8:00pm Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Studio 411 Age Group: Adult, Seniors Program Type: Maker Event Details: Choose from a menu of bookish-themed projects to celebrate National Library Week, such as a wooden book tracker, embroidered bookmark, and more. All items will be pre-cut with instructions. One project per visit while supplies last.
This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 22 2026 Wed Tech Help 3:00pm–4:00pm Adult, Seniors Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 22 2026 Wed Tech Help 3:00pm–4:00pm Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Computer Lab Age Group: Adult, Seniors Program Type: Technology Classes Registration Required Event Details: Have a tech question? Join us for a Tech Help session. Bring your questions and your device! Registration is required.
This event is in the "Adult" group Apr 23 2026 Thu Advanced Canva 3:00pm–4:30pm Adult Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Apr 23 2026 Thu Advanced Canva 3:00pm–4:30pm Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Computer Lab Age Group: Adult Program Type: Technology Classes Registration Required Event Details: Organize your Canva creations and designs using folders that can be easily shared with others for quick and efficient design sharing and accessibility.
This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 23 2026 Thu Fiber Arts Group 6:00pm–8:00pm Adult, Seniors This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 23 2026 Thu Fiber Arts Group 6:00pm–8:00pm Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 Apr 23 2026 Thu English Language Learning Classes 6:00pm–8:30pm Adult This event is in the "Adult" group Apr 23 2026 Thu English Language Learning Classes 6:00pm–8:30pm Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 26 2026 Sun Sunday Music Series: Elaine Dame Presents The Lady Lyricists - Queens of Tin Pan Alley 2:00pm–3:00pm Adult, Seniors Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 26 2026 Sun Sunday Music Series: Elaine Dame Presents The Lady Lyricists - Queens of Tin Pan Alley 2:00pm–3:00pm Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) Age Group: Adult, Seniors Program Type: Featured, Performance Registration Required Event Details: Join celebrated jazz singer Elaine Dame as she performs songs from legendary lady lyricists like Dorothy Fields, Carolyn Leigh, and Betty Comden.
This event is in the "Adult" group Apr 27 2026 Mon Advanced Excel 10:00am–11:30am Adult Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Apr 27 2026 Mon Advanced Excel 10:00am–11:30am Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 Apr 27 2026 Mon Drop-In Studio Hours 10:00am–8:00pm Adult, Seniors This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 27 2026 Mon Drop-In Studio Hours 10:00am–8:00pm Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Studio 411 Age Group: Adult, Seniors Program Type: Maker Event Details: Get creative during drop-in Studio 411 hours. Use the makerspace equipment to sew, laser cut, record a podcast, customize with Cricut, and more!
This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 27 2026 Mon Israel Blackburn: A Journey from Enslaved Person to Founder of Downers Grove 7:00pm–8:00pm Adult, Seniors Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 27 2026 Mon Israel Blackburn: A Journey from Enslaved Person to Founder of Downers Grove 7:00pm–8:00pm Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) Age Group: Adult, Seniors Program Type: Featured, Genealogy Registration Required Event Details: Israel Blackburn, born into slavery in 1818 in Kentucky, moved to Downers Grove after serving with the Union forces in the Civil War.
This event is in the "Adult" group Apr 28 2026 Tue English Language Learning Classes 6:00pm–8:30pm Adult This event is in the "Adult" group Apr 28 2026 Tue English Language Learning Classes 6:00pm–8:30pm Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 28 2026 Tue Advanced ChatGPT 6:30pm–8:00pm Adult, Seniors Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Apr 28 2026 Tue Advanced ChatGPT 6:30pm–8:00pm Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Helen Plum Library Room: Computer Lab Age Group: Adult, Seniors Program Type: Technology Classes Registration Required Event Details: Find efficiencies in using and connecting cloud storage, searching GPTs in the GPT library, and sharing conversations with others outside of ChatGPT.