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Baby Storytime

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 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, with a participating adult Literacy starts with the littlest ones! Meet other families as you 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, with a participating adult
Literacy starts with the littlest ones! Meet other families as you sing, rhyme, and enjoy stories together.

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

Toddler Storytime

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 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 a participating adult Wigglers and gigglers are the focus of this interactive storytime. We’ll sing, read, and have a simple learning activity...

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 a participating adult
Wigglers and gigglers are the focus of this interactive storytime. We’ll sing, read, and have a simple learning activity each week. Dress for mess.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Helen Plum Library Book Club

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Colonel William R. Plum Meeting Room at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

The Crossing Places: A Ruth Galloway Mystery by Elly Griffiths Forensic archeologist Dr. Ruth Galloway’s life is uphended when Detective Chief Inspector Nelson asks for hel...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Colonel William R. Plum Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Discover Gemini

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Computer Lab at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Technology Classes
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Google Gemini (formerly Google Bard) is a form of generative AI that allows users to access their Gmail inbox, contacts, and Drive for a more seamless user experience. Additionally...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Google Gemini (formerly Google Bard) is a form of generative AI that allows users to access their Gmail inbox, contacts, and Drive for a more seamless user experience.

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.

Halloween Daydream Concert with Super Stolie

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School
Event Details:

Registered event for families with children of all ages; Helen Plum Library card required You're invited on a musical Halloween adventure with children’s musician Super Stolie! Da...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Performance
Required
Seats Remaining: 106
Event Details:

Registered event for families with children of all ages; 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.

Halloween Daydream Concert with Super Stolie

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School
Event Details:

Registered event for families with children of all ages; Helen Plum Library card required You're invited on a musical Halloween adventure with children’s musician Super Stolie! Da...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Performance
Required
Seats Remaining: 105
Event Details:

Registered event for families with children of all ages; Helen Plum Library card required

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

Toddler Storytime

Thursday, October 17, 2024 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 a participating adult Wigglers and gigglers are the focus of this interactive storytime. We’ll sing, read, and have a simple learning activity...

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 a participating adult
Wigglers and gigglers are the focus of this interactive storytime. We’ll sing, read, and have a simple learning activity each week. Dress for mess.

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

Toddler Storytime

Thursday, October 17, 2024 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 a participating adult Wigglers and gigglers are the focus of this interactive storytime. We’ll sing, read, and have a simple learning activity...

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 a participating adult
Wigglers and gigglers are the focus of this interactive storytime. We’ll sing, read, and have a simple learning activity each week. Dress for mess.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Get Creative with Canva!

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Computer Lab at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Technology Classes
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Learn how to set up and navigate a Canva account to fast-track your graphic design projects! A Canva login is needed for this program.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Learn how to set up and navigate a Canva account to fast-track your graphic design projects! A Canva login is needed for this program.

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

Ceme-terrariums

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Studio 411 at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, High School
Event Details:

Registered event for grades 9-12 Create a spooky terrarium at the Library!

Open
Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Studio 411
Age Group: Youth, High School
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Registered event for grades 9-12
Create a spooky terrarium at the Library!

This event is in the "Adult" group.

English Language Learning Classes

Thursday, October 17, 2024 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.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Helen Plum Library Book Club

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

The Crossing Places: A Ruth Galloway Mystery by Elly Griffiths Forensic archeologist Dr. Ruth Galloway’s life is uphended when Detective Chief Inspector Nelson asks for hel...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.

Firefighter Training Academy

Friday, October 18, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Registered event for children 3-5 years, with participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required  Fire up your imagination! Create a cardboard fire truck, and when the ala...

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 3-5 years, with participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required 
Fire up your imagination! Create a cardboard fire truck, and when the alarm sounds, be ready to save the day!

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

Introduction to Cricut Design Space

Friday, October 18, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Studio 411 at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Learn the basics of Cricut’s software, Design Space, with a beginner-level project.  HPL machines are available for ages 18 and up, but library kids over the age of 12 are ...

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

Learn the basics of Cricut’s software, Design Space, with a beginner-level project. 

HPL machines are available for ages 18 and up, but library kids over the age of 12 are welcome with their library grown-ups. 

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

Spanish Storytime with The Language Labs

Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages Learn about different cultures through books, music, and crafts with our friends from The Language Labs. No prior knowledg...

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages

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.

Tech Time

Sunday, October 20, 2024 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 We'll have our favorite high and low-tech options available for families to explore. 

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
We'll have our favorite high and low-tech options available for families to explore. 

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

Family Storytime

Monday, October 21, 2024 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 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
Program Type: Storytimes
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

Monday, October 21, 2024 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 a participating adult Join us for stories, songs, and skills to encourage kindergarten readiness. Try a different earl...

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

Senior Social: The Beatles, Chicago and the 1960s

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Senior Socials
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Sixty years ago, the Beatles made their first visit to the United States. To commemorate this event, author John F. Lyons examines the impact of the Beatles on the Chicago metropol...

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:

Sixty years ago, the Beatles made their first visit to the United States. To commemorate this event, author John F. Lyons examines the impact of the Beatles on the Chicago metropolitan area.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Drop-in Notary Services

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Conference Room at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

A licensed notary will be available on a drop-in basis. 

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adult
Event Details:

A licensed notary will be available on a drop-in basis. 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Basics of Paranormal Investigation

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Learn the basics of paranormal investigation from Quantum Paranormal Investigators. They will share tips on equipment as well as dos and don’ts from a combined 30 years of experien...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Adult
Required
Seats Remaining: 41
Event Details:

Learn the basics of paranormal investigation from Quantum Paranormal Investigators.

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

Senior Health Insurance Program/Medicare Counseling

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 9:00am - 2:00pm
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 "Birth to Preschool" group.

Family Storytime

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 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 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
Program Type: Storytimes
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, October 22, 2024 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 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
Program Type: Storytimes
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.