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Michelle Kilty, Adult Library Services Manager
mkilty@helenplum.org
(630) 627-0316 ext. 401
Upcoming Events
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This event is in the "Seniors" group
Apr
1
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4
2026
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Apr
1
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4
2026
Exhibit: Lombard Garden Club Centennial
All Day
4/1–4/4
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Library Branch:
Helen Plum Library
Room:
Adult Library Services
Age Group:
Adult,
Seniors
Event Details:
The Lombard Garden Club is known for its annual Lilac Sale and meetings on a variety of horticultural and conservation topics, to which Club members and the public are welcome.
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Apr
1
2026
Wed
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Apr
1
2026
Wed
Drop-In Studio Hours
10:00am–5:00pm
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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!
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This event is in the "Seniors" group
Apr
1
2026
Wed
Registration Required
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This event is in the "Seniors" group
Apr
1
2026
Wed
An Introduction to the Japanese Garden
1:00pm–2:00pm
Open
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Library Branch:
Helen Plum Library
Room:
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group:
Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
Featured
Registration Required
Event Details:
Educator Yvonne Wolf will explore the cultural history of the Japanese garden, with examples from the Chicago Botanic Garden and Anderson Japanese Gardens in Rockford.
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Apr
1
2026
Wed
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Apr
1
2026
Wed
Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Resource Drop-in
4:00pm–6:00pm
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Remaining waitlist seats
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.
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