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Intermediate Canva

3:00pm–4:30pm
Adult, Seniors
Open
Registration Required
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

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
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

Helen Plum Library Book Club

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adult
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Virtual Event
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.

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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

Canvas Book Tote Bag

11:00am–1:00pm
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 tote bag made from canvas - perfect for carrying books! Sewing experience is required.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Intermediate Excel

10:00am–11:30am
Adult
Upcoming
Registration Required
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

Senior Social: There's No Crying in Baseball!

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adult, Seniors
Open
Registration Required
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

Bookish Craft Drop-In

2:00pm–8:00pm
Adult, Seniors
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

Drop-in Notary Services

4:00pm–6:00pm
Adult, Seniors
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
Registration Required
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
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

Intermediate ChatGPT

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adult, Seniors
Upcoming
Registration Required
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

Bookish Craft Drop-In

2:00pm–8:00pm
Adult, Seniors
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

Tech Help

3:00pm–4:00pm
Adult, Seniors
Upcoming
Registration Required
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

Advanced Canva

3:00pm–4:30pm
Adult
Upcoming
Registration Required
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

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
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
Registration Required
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

Advanced Excel

10:00am–11:30am
Adult
Upcoming
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

Drop-In Studio Hours

10:00am–8:00pm
Adult, Seniors
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
Registration Required
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
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

Advanced ChatGPT

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adult, Seniors
Upcoming
Registration Required
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.