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

Drop In & Dance

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Drop-in event recommended for children ages 1-5, with participating adult.Little movers and shakers can drop in to show off their dance moves with props and a rocking playlist.  

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 1-5, with participating adult.
Little movers and shakers can drop in to show off their dance moves with props and a rocking playlist.  

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

STEAM Stackers

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Colonel William R. Plum Meeting Room at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

Registered event for families with children ages 1-8; Helen Plum Library card required.Join us for some BIG fun during Spring Break! STEAM Stackers will bring over 200 giant lightw...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Colonel William R. Plum Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Registered event for families with children ages 1-8; Helen Plum Library card required.

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

STEAM Stackers

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Colonel William R. Plum Meeting Room at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

Registered event for families with children ages 1-8; Helen Plum Library card required.Join us for some BIG fun during Spring Break! STEAM Stackers will bring over 200 giant lightw...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Colonel William R. Plum Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Registered event for families with children ages 1-8; Helen Plum Library card required.

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

Kawaii Keychains

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Studio 411 at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Maker
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Registered event for grades 6-12; Helen Plum Library card required Updated description: Learn about the Glowforge and explore the kawaii aesthetic by creating a cute keychain!...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Studio 411
Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Maker
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Registered event for grades 6-12; Helen Plum Library card required 
Updated description: Learn about the Glowforge and explore the kawaii aesthetic by creating a cute keychain!  

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

Plum Playdate

Friday, April 4, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Drop-in event recommended for children ages 3 months-5 years, with participating adult.Meet up with a friend or make a new one during this casual playgroup for our littlest learner...

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

Family Crafternoon

Friday, April 4, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School
Event Details:

Drop-in event for families with children of all ages.Get crafty at the Library! Use available supplies to design your own creation to take home. 

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.
Get crafty at the Library! Use available supplies to design your own creation to take home. 

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

Family Storytime

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool
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.  

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool
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.

Preschool Storytime (3-5 year olds)

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for ages 3-5 not yet in kindergarten, with participating adult Join us for stories, songs, and skills to encourage kindergarten readiness. Try a different ea...

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 ages 3-5 not yet in kindergarten, with participating adult 
Join us for stories, songs, and skills to encourage kindergarten readiness. Try a different early learning activity each week.   

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

Evening Family Storytime

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

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

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

Family Storytime

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool
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.  

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool
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

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool
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.  

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool
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 "High School" group.

Reality DuPage: Healthy Teen Relationships

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen: The Hive at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, High School
Event Details:

Drop-in event for grades 9-12.Northeast DuPage Family and Youth Services will empower teens with the knowledge and skills to build healthy, respectful, and supportive relationships...

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Teen: The Hive
Age Group: Youth, High School
Event Details:

Drop-in event for grades 9-12.
Northeast DuPage Family and Youth Services will empower teens with the knowledge and skills to build healthy, respectful, and supportive relationships in all aspects of life.   

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

Baby Storytime (0-12 months)

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for ages birth–1 year, with participating adult Literacy starts with the littlest ones! Meet other families as we sing, rhyme, and enjoy stories together.   

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 ages birth–1 year, with participating adult 
Literacy starts with the littlest ones! Meet other families as we sing, rhyme, and enjoy stories together.   

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

Toddler Storytime (1-2 year olds)

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for ages 1-2, with participating adult Wigglers and gigglers are the focus of this interactive storytime. We’ll sing, read, and have a simple learning activi...

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 ages 1-2, with participating adult 
Wigglers and gigglers are the focus of this interactive storytime. We’ll sing, read, and have a simple learning activity each week.   
 

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

Cloud Observers

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Registered event for children in grades K-2.Come join us to learn about clouds, observe the clouds outside, and create a cloud craft. 

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Registered event for children in grades K-2.
Come join us to learn about clouds, observe the clouds outside, and create a cloud craft. 

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

Toddler Storytime (1-2 year olds)

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for ages 1-2, with participating adult Wigglers and gigglers are the focus of this interactive storytime. We’ll sing, read, and have a simple learning activi...

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 ages 1-2, with participating adult 
Wigglers and gigglers are the focus of this interactive storytime. We’ll sing, read, and have a simple learning activity each week.   
 

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

Toddler Storytime (1-2 year olds)

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for ages 1-2, with participating adult Wigglers and gigglers are the focus of this interactive storytime. We’ll sing, read, and have a simple learning activi...

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 ages 1-2, with participating adult 
Wigglers and gigglers are the focus of this interactive storytime. We’ll sing, read, and have a simple learning activity each week.   
 

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

Miss Allison’s Music Class

Friday, April 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Registered event for children birth–5 years, with participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required.Join Miss Allison for a musical workshop perfect for babies and toddlers. Ca...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Registered event for children birth–5 years, with participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required.

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

Miss Allison’s Music Class

Friday, April 11, 2025 at 10:45am - 11:15am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Registered event for children birth–5 years, with participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required.Join Miss Allison for a musical workshop perfect for babies and toddlers. Ca...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Registered event for children birth–5 years, with participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required.

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

Teen Advisory Board (TAB)

Sunday, April 13, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen: The Hive at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Volunteer Opportunity
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Registered event for grades 6-12.Join the Teen Advisory Board (TAB) and earn service hours! TAB members shape programs and services the Library offers for teens and help with vario...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Teen: The Hive
Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Volunteer Opportunity
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Registered event for grades 6-12.
Join the Teen Advisory Board (TAB) and earn service hours! TAB members shape programs and services the Library offers for teens and help with various projects around the Library. 

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

Teen Make @ Home: Bandana Bags

All Day
Teen Corner at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Drop-in kit pick up for grades 6-12.Stop by the Teen Corner to pick up supplies to make a project at home (while supplies last). Some kits will include a link to instructions from ...

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Teen Corner
Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Drop-in kit pick up for grades 6-12.
Stop by the Teen Corner to pick up supplies to make a project at home (while supplies last). Some kits will include a link to instructions from Creativebug. 

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

Family Storytime

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool
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.  

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool
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.

Preschool Storytime (3-5 year olds)

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for ages 3-5 not yet in kindergarten, with participating adult Join us for stories, songs, and skills to encourage kindergarten readiness. Try a different ea...

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 ages 3-5 not yet in kindergarten, with participating adult 
Join us for stories, songs, and skills to encourage kindergarten readiness. Try a different early learning activity each week.