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This event is in the "Seniors" group.

The Voice that Rocked America: The Dick Biondi Film

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult, Seniors
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy a screening of The Voice That Rocked America, a documentary about rock-and-roll pioneer and Broadcast Hall of Famer Dick Biondi.

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
Open
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.

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

Evening Family 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: Storytimes
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages
Twinkle, twinkle, storytime! End your day with books and rhymes.

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

Exhibit: Fluid Art by Jill Allaway

06/10/2025 @ 12:00am - 07/03/2025 @ 11:45pm
Adult, Seniors
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: The Hub
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

From June 10–July 10, enjoy local artist Jill Allaway’s exhibit of acrylic fluid art displayed in the Hub and on the 2nd Floor.

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

Family Storytime

9:30am - 10:00am
Youth, Birth to Preschool
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 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.

Family Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Youth, Birth to Preschool
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 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 "Elementary School" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.

Family Movie: Dog Man (PG)

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School
Event Details:

Drop-in event for families with children of all ages 
Enjoy popcorn and a movie matinee at the library!

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

Basic Candle Making

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:

Make a scented candle using all-natural soy wax pellets, high-quality essential oils, and a Solite Candle Wax Melter. You will also be able to make a sticker label for your candle using the Cricut.

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.

Excel Basics

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adult
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn terminology, placement of tabs and key commands, how to create spreadsheets using templates, and how to turn data into charts with Excel 2021.

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

Family Storytime

9:30am - 10:00am
Youth, Birth to Preschool
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 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.

Family Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Youth, Birth to Preschool
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 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 "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Crisis Recovery Center Informational Session

11:00am - 11:45am
Adult, Seniors
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Crisis Recovery Center, opening soon in Wheaton, will transform the way individuals of all ages experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis receive services in DuPage County.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Intro to Google Drive and Google Docs

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Adult
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Expand your knowledge of Google Drive by learning to navigate Google Docs, a free online word processor similar to Microsoft Word. Learn how to create, save, download, share and set permissions, and upload documents.

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

Get It Right or Pay the Price

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Youth, Middle School
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Middle School
Registration Required
Event Details:

Registered event for children in grades 6-8.
Play trivia with a twist. If you answer incorrectly, you must spin the consequences wheel. Can you outsmart the others and survive the wheel?

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
Event Details:

Do you have questions or want to learn more about Alzheimer's disease and dementia? Drop in and learn about the signs and symptoms of dementia vs.

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

Plum Playdate

9:30am - 11:30am
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Drop-in event recommended for children ages 3 months-5 years, with participating adult.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Elementary School" group.

Shelter Pet Pals with DCAS

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth, Elementary School
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Registration Required
Event Details:

Registered event for children in grades 1-5, Helen Plum Library card required.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Introduction to PowerPoint

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Adult
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discover the basics for constructing a PowerPoint presentation by using themes and creating fun transitions for slides.

 

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

Magical Beast Bonanza

10:00am - 11:00am
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
Event Details:

Drop-in event recommended for families with children of all ages.
Dive into the world of dragons, unicorns, and other fantastical beings with crafts and activities. Let your imagination soar! Costumes welcome.

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

Magical Beast Bonanza

2:00pm - 3:00pm
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
Event Details:

Drop-in event recommended for families with children of all ages.
Dive into the world of dragons, unicorns, and other fantastical beings with crafts and activities. Let your imagination soar! Costumes welcome.

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.