Christmas Closure

We will be closed on Wed, Dec 24, and Thu, Dec 25 for Christmas. We'll reopen at 9am on Fri, Dec 26.

Upcoming Events

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Library Closed for New Year's

All Day 12/31–1/1
Closing
Branches:
Helen Plum Library
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group

Family Winter BINGO

2:00pm–3:30pm
Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Featured
Event Details:

Drop-in event for families with children of all ages.
Let's play BINGO! Bring the whole family to play and win prizes.

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

iCash: Discover your Unclaimed Funds

10:00am–4:00pm
Adult, Seniors
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: The Hub
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Featured
Event Details:

The State Treasurer is holding more than $3.5 billion dollars in unclaimed funds for Illinoisans. The State holds these lost funds until they are claimed by either the original owner or their heirs.

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "High School" group

Reality DuPage: Improv Workshop

6:00pm–7:00pm
Youth, High School
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, High School
Program Type: Featured
Event Details:

Drop-in event for grades 9-12.

This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Featured
Event Details:

Learn about the signs and symptoms of dementia vs. normal aging, tips for conversing with a doctor, caregiver resources, and more.

This event is in the "Adult" group

50+ Board Game Afternoon

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Featured
Event Details:

Do you love board games and are looking for people to play with? Join us for an afternoon of open gaming with others! Some games will be provided, but bring a game of your own to share or play with others.  

This event is in the "Adult" group

20s-40s Board Game Night

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Featured
Event Details:

Are you looking for a space to play board games? Join us for a night of open gaming with other board game enthusiasts! Some games will be provided, but bring a game of your own to share or play with others.

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

HPL Puzzle Exchange

11:00am–3:00pm
Youth, Adult, Seniors
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Featured
Event Details:

Stop by the Library and take a jigsaw puzzle home for some indoor winter fun.

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

Story Share Book Club

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adult, Seniors
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Book Clubs, Featured
Registration Required
Event Details:

This book club doesn't require you to read a specific book ahead of time, it just requires a desire to discuss books!

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

Sunday Music Series: Robyn Vitson

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adult, Seniors
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Featured
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy a Sunday afternoon with pianist and vocalist Robyn Vitson. 

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

Historical Highlights of the Chicago Auto Show

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: Featured
Registration Required
Event Details:

The 50-minute presentation highlights historic auto debuts, decades of muscle and pony cars, exotic imports, concept vehicles, stage revues, and celebrities.

This event is in the "Adult" group
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Featured, Virtual Program
Event Details:

Jonathan Eig is the bestselling author of six books, including his most recent, Pulitzer Prize-winning King: A Life.

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

New Year Healing Meditation

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adult, Seniors
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Featured
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how meditation can improve your physical, mental, and spiritual health. Participate in a short meditation sitting facilitated by Umesh Bhatia.

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group

Animal Quest Show

6:00pm–7:00pm
Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Featured
Registration Required
Event Details:

Registered event for families with children of all ages; Helen Plum Library card required.
Meet a variety of animal friends at this interactive and educational show by Animal Quest. 

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

Laser Machines Open House

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

Drop in to learn about the laser cutting machines in Studio 411: the Epilog Fusion Maker and the Glowforge Pro HD. In this demonstration, discover the differences between the machines and have your questions answered.

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group
This event is in the "High School" group

Craft for a Cause: Pet Toys

6:00pm–6:45pm
Youth, Middle School, High School
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Featured, Volunteer Opportunity
Registration Required
Event Details:

Registered event for grades 6-12.
Earn service hours and make pet toys that will be donated to a local animal shelter.

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

Superhero Training Academy

10:30am–11:15am
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Featured
Registration Required
Event Details:

Registered event for children ages 3-5, with participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required. 
Do you have what it takes to be a superhero? Find out with these exciting games and activities. Costumes encouraged!

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group

Button Maker Crafting

6:00pm–7:00pm
Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Featured
Event Details:

Drop-in event for families with children of all ages.
Use our button maker to create pins, magnets, or keychains using old book pages or your own art.

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group

Button Maker Crafting

6:00pm–7:00pm
Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Featured
Event Details:

Drop-in event for families with children of all ages.
Use our button maker to create pins, magnets, or keychains using old book pages or your own art.

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

Partners in Play: It’s a Zoo

9:30am–11:00am
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Featured
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
Registration Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Featured
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn practical tips for how to manage your time, including task management and organization strategies, with Jennifer Barnes of JB Organizing.

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group

Supervillain Party

4:00pm–5:00pm
Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Featured
Event Details:

Drop-in event for families with children of all ages.
Join us for an afternoon of devious adventures, dastardly operations, and despicable fun. Disguises welcome!

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

Pajama Jam Storytime

6:30pm–7:00pm
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Featured, Storytimes
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages.  
The whole family can snuggle up and wind down with this special evening storytime. Pajamas are encouraged!

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group
This event is in the "High School" group

Oreo Flavor Showdown

5:00pm–5:45pm
Youth, Middle School, High School
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Featured
Registration Required
Event Details:

Registered event for grades 6-10. 
Try different Oreos and decide which flavor wins it all in this taste test tournament.