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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.   
 

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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!

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. 

Seed Starting 101

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Learn the essentials of seed starting indoors including light levels, growing mediums, timings, sowing methods, troubleshooting, and prepping to plant.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Adult
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Learn the essentials of seed starting indoors including light levels, growing mediums, timings, sowing methods, troubleshooting, and prepping to plant.

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.   
 

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.   
 

Policy and Bylaws Committee Meeting

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 3:15pm - 5:00pm
Staff Conference Room at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Board of Trustees
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Staff Conference Room
Program Type: Board of Trustees

English Language Learning Classes

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
ESL ELL ELA
Age Group:
Adult
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 ever...

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.

Illinois Libraries Present: The Art of Foraging with Alexis Nikole Nelson

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online
Program Type:
Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Alexis Nikole Nelson is a forager and an outdoor educator using her platforms, TikTok account alexisnikole and Instagram page blackforager, to celebrate all the edible plants hidin...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Virtual Program
Event Details:

Alexis Nikole Nelson is a forager and an outdoor educator using her platforms, TikTok account

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We reserve the right to remove or mute any attendee at our discretion.

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.

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.

20s and 30s Board Game Night

Friday, April 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Are you looking for a space to play board games? Join us for a night of open gaming with other board game enthusiasts! Some games will be provided, but bring a game of your own to ...

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Adult
Event Details:

Are you looking for a space to play board games? Join us for a night of open gaming with other board game enthusiasts! Some games will be provided, but bring a game of your own to share or play with others.

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.

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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. 

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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. 

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. 

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. 

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.  

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Intermediate Excel

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Computer Lab at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Technology Classes
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Learn the ins and outs of creating pivot tables, sorting files, and filtering Excel spreadsheets. 

Open
Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Learn the ins and outs of creating pivot tables, sorting files, and filtering Excel spreadsheets.

 

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.   

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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.

Evening Family Storytime

Monday, April 14, 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.

Simple Spring & Summer Meals with Chef Susan Maddox

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Discover how a few carefully chosen ingredients, when used correctly, can create extraordinary flavors. Chef Maddox will showcase a menu highlighting the best spring and summer ing...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Adult
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Discover how a few carefully chosen ingredients, when used correctly, can create extraordinary flavors. Chef Maddox will showcase a menu highlighting the best spring and summer ingredients.

Family Storytime

Tuesday, April 15, 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.