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Senior Health Insurance Program/Medicare Counseling

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Teen Study Room A at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Help with Medicare or Medicare supplements is available in person! Get free one-on-one Medicare counseling with a Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP) counselor provided by the&n...

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Teen Study Room A
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Help with Medicare or Medicare supplements is available in person!

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

Tech Help Drop-In

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Computer Lab at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Technology Classes
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Have a tech question? Join us for monthly Tech Help Drop-In sessions. Bring your questions and your device!

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Classes
Event Details:

Have a tech question? Join us for monthly Tech Help Drop-In sessions. Bring your questions and your device!

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

Fiber Arts Group

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Studio 411 at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
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. ...

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.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Cricut Project: Hidden Binding Mini Typewriter Album

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Studio 411 at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Assemble a pre-cut mini photo album in the shape of a typewriter. For intermediate beginners. This program is for ages 18 and over. 

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Studio 411
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Maker
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Assemble a pre-cut mini photo album in the shape of a typewriter. For intermediate beginners. 

This program is for ages 18 and over.

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

Music with Robyn Vitson

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

There's nothing like a sweet, soulful love song to warm the heart, bring back memories, and make you want to dance! Join Robyn as she performs classic songs and incorporates a few ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Performance
Required
Seats Remaining: 46
Event Details:

There's nothing like a sweet, soulful love song to warm the heart, bring back memories, and make you want to dance! Join Robyn as she performs classic songs and incorporates a few sing-alongs.

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

Tech Help Drop-In

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Computer Lab at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Technology Classes
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Have a tech question? Join us for monthly Tech Help Drop-In sessions. Bring your questions and your device!

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Classes
Event Details:

Have a tech question? Join us for monthly Tech Help Drop-In sessions. Bring your questions and your device!

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

Registration Opens for May HPL Programs

All Day
Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Registration for May programs opens at 9am on Sat, Apr 12.**Some program registration dates may differ. Technology classes open one month before each class. Be sure to check indivi...

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Registration for May programs opens at 9am on Sat, Apr 12.*

*Some program registration dates may differ. Technology classes open one month before each class. Be sure to check individual event listings for registration details.

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

Adjustable Book Cover Sewing Project

Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Studio 411 at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Create an adjustable book cover to protect a paperback or hardcover book! Sewing experience is required. Want to learn to sew? Book an appointment in Studio 411.This program i...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Studio 411
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Maker
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Create an adjustable book cover to protect a paperback or hardcover book! Sewing experience is required. 

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

Adjustable Book Cover Sewing Project

Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Studio 411 at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Create an adjustable book cover to protect a paperback or hardcover book! Sewing experience is required. Want to learn to sew? Book an appointment in Studio 411.This program i...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Studio 411
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Maker
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Create an adjustable book cover to protect a paperback or hardcover book! Sewing experience is required. 

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

Studio 411 Drop-in Hours

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Studio 411 at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Drop in during this designated time frame to work on your project. Trained staff will be able to provide some help. For more in-depth assistance, please make an appointment.

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. For more in-depth assistance, please make an appointment.

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

Studio 411 Drop-in Hours

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Studio 411 at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Drop in during this designated time frame to work on your project. Trained staff will be able to provide some help. For more in-depth assistance, please make an appointment. &...

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. For more in-depth assistance, please make an appointment.

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

Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Resource Drop-in

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Conference Room at Helen Plum Library
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. normal aging, tips for having a c...

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

Tech Help Drop-In

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Computer Lab at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Technology Classes
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Have a tech question? Join us for monthly Tech Help Drop-In sessions. Bring your questions and your device!

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Classes
Event Details:

Have a tech question? Join us for monthly Tech Help Drop-In sessions. Bring your questions and your device!

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

Fiber Arts Group

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Studio 411 at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
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. ...

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.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Senior Social: Catch the Twain!

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Senior Socials
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Join Mark Twain, portrayed by Warren Brown, and learn humorous insights about Twain’s life, books, world travels, anecdotes, and maxims. Folk musician and songwriter Mark Dvorak wi...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Senior Socials
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join Mark Twain, portrayed by Warren Brown, and learn humorous insights about Twain’s life, books, world travels, anecdotes, and maxims.

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

Cricut Project: Custom Cups

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Studio 411 at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Create a custom cup using vinyl or infusible ink. Choose from a design and cut it on your own. You can choose between a coffee mug or a libby cup. Basic computer skills required. N...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Studio 411
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Maker
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Create a custom cup using vinyl or infusible ink. Choose from a design and cut it on your own. You can choose between a coffee mug or a libby cup. Basic computer skills required. No prior Cricut experience necessary. 

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

Studio 411 Drop-in Hours

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Studio 411 at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Drop in during this designated time frame to work on your project. Trained staff will be able to provide some help. For more in-depth assistance, please make an appointment.

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. For more in-depth assistance, please make an appointment.

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

Studio 411 Drop-in Hours

Friday, April 25, 2025 at 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Studio 411 at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Drop in during this designated time frame to work on your project. Trained staff will be able to provide some help. For more in-depth assistance, please make an appointment.

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. For more in-depth assistance, please make an appointment.

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

Taylor Swift’s Literary Lyrics

Sunday, April 27, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
High School, Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Taylor Swift's songs cover the full emotional spectrum, from love and friendship to heartbreak and grief, but did you know many also contain literary references? Explore Taylor’s b...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: High School, Adult, Seniors
Required
Seats Remaining: 67
Event Details:

Taylor Swift's songs cover the full emotional spectrum, from love and friendship to heartbreak and grief, but did you know many also contain literary references?

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

Studio 411 Drop-in Hours

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Studio 411 at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Drop in during this designated time frame to work on your project. Trained staff will be able to provide some help. For more in-depth assistance, please make an appointment.

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. For more in-depth assistance, please make an appointment.

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

Tech Help Drop-In

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Computer Lab at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Technology Classes
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Have a tech question? Join us for monthly Tech Help Drop-In sessions. Bring your questions and your device!

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Classes
Event Details:

Have a tech question? Join us for monthly Tech Help Drop-In sessions. Bring your questions and your device!

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

Senior Health Insurance Program/Medicare Counseling

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Teen Study Room A at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Help with Medicare or Medicare supplements is available in person! Get free one-on-one Medicare counseling with a Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP) counselor provided by the&n...

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Teen Study Room A
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Help with Medicare or Medicare supplements is available in person!

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

Exhibit Opening: Lilac Time Posters with the Lombard Historical Society

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 9:00am - 9:00pm
The Hub at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

From Thu, May 1 through Sat, May 31, Helen Plum Library and the Lombard Historical Society are proud to showcase the original hand-painted 1930s Lilac Time posters by Chicago artis...

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: The Hub
Age Group: Youth, Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

From Thu, May 1 through Sat, May 31, Helen Plum Library and the Lombard Historical Society are proud to showcase the original hand-painted 1930s Lilac Time posters by Chicago artist Charles Medin.

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

Weather and Storm Chasing 101

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Join Storm Science to explore the fundamentals of extreme weather! Discover the world of storm chasing and local climatology with examples from previous tornado occurrences. Plus, ...

Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Required
Seats Remaining: 75
Event Details:

Join Storm Science to explore the fundamentals of extreme weather! Discover the world of storm chasing and local climatology with examples from previous tornado occurrences.