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Trading Card Club (Formerly Plum Pokémon League)

Sunday, November 24, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Drop-in event recommended for children in grades 1-12 Battle, duel, and trade with your favorite collectible card games. Whether you enjoy Pokémon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, or Magic the Ga...

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Drop-in event recommended for children in grades 1-12
Battle, duel, and trade with your favorite collectible card games. Whether you enjoy Pokémon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, or Magic the Gathering, this is the club for you.

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

Game Lab

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teen: The Hive at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Registered event for grades 6-12 Come and playtest new video and board games in the Hive.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Teen: The Hive
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Registered event for grades 6-12
Come and playtest new video and board games in the Hive.

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.

Jingle Bell Jubilee at Helen Plum Library

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 2:00pm - 6:00pm
Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Get in the Jubilee spirit with the Library – we’re just a trolley ride away! We’ll have a wintery photo booth and holiday lights glasses (while supplies last).2-4:30pm: Join us in ...

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

Get in the Jubilee spirit with the Library – we’re just a trolley ride away! We’ll have a wintery photo booth and holiday lights glasses (while supplies last).

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: Origami Stars

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 fro...

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 "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.

Illinois Libraries Present: The Magic of Raina Telgemeier

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online
Program Type:
Virtual Program
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adult
Event Details:

Join us for a night with critically acclaimed comic artist, Raina Telgemeier! Helen Plum Library is thrilled to now be a part of Illinois Libraries Present, a statewide collabor...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adult
Program Type: Virtual Program
Event Details:

Join us for a night with critically acclaimed comic artist, Raina Telgemeier!

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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 "Youth" 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.

Maker Palooza

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Studio 411 at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Maker
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Registered event for grades 3-12; Helen Plum Library card required. Join us in Studio 411 as we get creative with various maker technologies, just in time for the gift-giving seas...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Studio 411
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Maker
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Registered event for grades 3-12; Helen Plum Library card required.
Join us in Studio 411 as we get creative with various maker technologies, just in time for the gift-giving season!

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.

Registration Opens for January HPL Programs

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

Registration for January programs opens at 9am on Sat, Dec 14.**Some program registration dates may differ. Technology classes open one month before each class. Be sure to check in...

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

Registration for January programs opens at 9am on Sat, Dec 14.*

*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.

Miniature Books Take Home Kit

All Day 12/15 - 12/22
Teen Corner at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Registered event for grades 6-12.Take home a kit with supplies to create a decorative jar or ornament filled with miniature books. 

Open
Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Teen Corner
Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Registered event for grades 6-12.
Take home a kit with supplies to create a decorative jar or ornament filled with miniature books. 

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

Finals Study Hours in The Hive

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen: The Hive at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Drop-in event for grades 6-12. Are you looking for a dedicated, distraction-free environment to focus on your studying during finals week? We’ll be setting aside special hours for...

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

Drop-in event for grades 6-12.

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

Finals Study Hours in The Hive

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen: The Hive at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Drop-in event for grades 6-12. Are you looking for a dedicated, distraction-free environment to focus on your studying during finals week? We’ll be setting aside special hours for...

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

Drop-in event for grades 6-12.

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

Finals Study Hours in The Hive

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen: The Hive at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Drop-in event for grades 6-12. Are you looking for a dedicated, distraction-free environment to focus on your studying during finals week? We’ll be setting aside special hours for...

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

Drop-in event for grades 6-12.

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

Finals Study Hours in The Hive

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen: The Hive at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Drop-in event for grades 6-12. Are you looking for a dedicated, distraction-free environment to focus on your studying during finals week? We’ll be setting aside special hours for...

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

Drop-in event for grades 6-12.

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

Cancelled UNO!™ Tournament

Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

This event has been cancelled. We apologize for any inconvenience. Registered event for grades 6-12.Get ready to show your UNO!™ skills! Enjoy some friendly competition playin...

Cancelled
Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

This event has been cancelled. We apologize for any inconvenience. 

Registered event for grades 6-12.
Get ready to show your UNO!™ skills! Enjoy some friendly competition playing this classic card game.

This event is in the "Youth" 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.

Trading Card Club

Sunday, December 29, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Drop-in event recommended for grades 1-12. Battle, duel, and trade with your favorite collectible card games. Whether you enjoy Pokémon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, or Magic the Gathering, this is...

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Drop-in event recommended for grades 1-12.
Battle, duel, and trade with your favorite collectible card games. Whether you enjoy Pokémon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, or Magic the Gathering, this is the club for you.

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

Teen Sewing

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Studio 411 at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Maker
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Registered event for grades 8-12; Helen Plum Library card required. We’ll go over sewing machine basics in Studio 411. Then you’ll have the chance to create your own tote bag to t...

Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Studio 411
Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Maker
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Registered event for grades 8-12; Helen Plum Library card required.
We’ll go over sewing machine basics in Studio 411. Then you’ll have the chance to create your own tote bag to take home.

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.

Registration Opens for February HPL Programs

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

Registration for February programs opens at 9am on Sat, Jan 11.**Some program registration dates may differ. Technology classes open one month before each class. Be sure to check i...

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

Registration for February programs opens at 9am on Sat, Jan 11.*

*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 "High School" group.

Volunteen Squad

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teen: The Hive at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, High School
Event Details:

Registered event for grades 9-12. Make a difference at your Library! Volunteen Squad is an opportunity to give back to the community and earn service hours.

Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Teen: The Hive
Age Group: Youth, High School
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Registered event for grades 9-12.
Make a difference at your Library! Volunteen Squad is an opportunity to give back to the community and earn service hours.

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, January 12, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen: The Hive at Helen Plum Library
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 vari...

Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Teen: The Hive
Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Registered event for grades 6-12

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: Woven Bookmarks

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 fro...

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

Social Media Survival Guide

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Registered event for grades 8-12. NAMI DuPage will be here to help teens better understand the link between social media and mental health. Join us for a discussion about why soci...

Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Registered event for grades 8-12.

This event is in the "Youth" 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.

Trading Card Club

Sunday, January 26, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Drop-in event recommended for grades 1-12. Battle, duel, and trade with your favorite collectible card games. Whether you enjoy Pokémon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, or Magic the Gathering, this is...

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Drop-in event recommended for grades 1-12.
Battle, duel, and trade with your favorite collectible card games. Whether you enjoy Pokémon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, or Magic the Gathering, this is the club for you.

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

Volunteen Squad

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Teen: The Hive at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, High School
Event Details:

Registered event for grades 9-12. Make a difference at your Library! Volunteen Squad is an opportunity to give back to the community and earn service hours.

Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Teen: The Hive
Age Group: Youth, High School
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Registered event for grades 9-12.
Make a difference at your Library! Volunteen Squad is an opportunity to give back to the community and earn service hours.

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, February 9, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen: The Hive at Helen Plum Library
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 vari...

Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Teen: The Hive
Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Registered event for grades 6-12

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: Friendship Bracelets

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 fro...

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.