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Locating Your Canadian Ancestors

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Genealogy
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Jenny Warner will present a brief history of Canada. You will learn about Canadian records that are available for research and how to locate them in print or online. 

Open
Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Genealogy
Required
Seats Remaining: 71
Event Details:

Jenny Warner will present a brief history of Canada. You will learn about Canadian records that are available for research and how to locate them in print or online. 

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

Sensory Play for Little Ones

Tuesday, April 29, 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 1-3 years, with participating adult.Bring your littlest ones to explore different sensory experiences. Dress for mess. 

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 1-3 years, with participating adult.
Bring your littlest ones to explore different sensory experiences. Dress for mess. 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Intermediate ChatGPT

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Computer Lab at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Technology Classes
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Intended for those who have prior experience with Chat AI – this intermediate ChatGPT session will focus on refining your prompts, utilizing established methods for success, and cu...

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

Intended for those who have prior experience with Chat AI – this intermediate ChatGPT session will focus on refining your prompts, utilizing established methods for success, and customizing instructions accessible with your free registered account

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.

English Language Learning Classes

Tuesday, April 29, 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.

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

Preschool Art Party

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Registered event for children ages 3-6 years, with participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required.Explore art with a variety of textures and colors in this child-directed pr...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Registered event for children ages 3-6 years, with participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required.
Explore art with a variety of textures and colors in this child-directed program. Dress for mess!

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

Still Life with Snacks

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School
Event Details:

Registered event for grades 6-8Art lovers are invited to create their interpretation of a still life using different kinds of art media. 

Open
Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Middle School
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Registered event for grades 6-8
Art lovers are invited to create their interpretation of a still life using different kinds of art media. 

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

Straw Weaving

Thursday, May 1, 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 3-5.Join us for a weaving adventure using straws, colorful yarn, and endless creativity! 

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

Registered event for children in grades 3-5.
Join us for a weaving adventure using straws, colorful yarn, and endless creativity! 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

English Language Learning Classes

Thursday, May 1, 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.

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

Plum Playdate

Friday, May 2, 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 "Elementary School" group.

Zentangle Art

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Drop-in event recommended for children in grades K-5.Do you like to doodle? Then Zentangle art is for you. We’ll explore this unique style and how artists, like Dan Santat, have us...

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

Drop-in event recommended for children in grades K-5.
Do you like to doodle? Then Zentangle art is for you. We’ll explore this unique style and how artists, like Dan Santat, have used it in picture books and more.  

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: Art and Adventures with Author/Illustrator Dan Santat

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Online
Program Type:
Virtual Program
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adult
Event Details:

Dan Santat is the author and illustrator of over a hundred books for young people. Many of his books are New York Times bestsellers, including The Adventures of Beekle: The Unimagi...

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

Dan Santat is the author and illustrator of over a hundred books for young people.

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

Illinois Libraries Present: Art and Adventures with Author/Illustrator Dan Santat

Saturday, May 3, 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.Watch at home or join us at the Library for a watch party of Illinois Libraries Present: Art and Adventures with Author/Illustr...

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.
Watch at home or join us at the Library for a watch party of Illinois Libraries Present: Art and Adventures with Author/Illustrator Dan Santat.  

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

LEGO® Club

Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Event Details:

Drop-in event recommended for children in grades K-8.Join other enthusiasts as you free build with the Library’s large collection of LEGO® bricks. 

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

Drop-in event recommended for children in grades K-8.
Join other enthusiasts as you free build with the Library’s large collection of LEGO® bricks. 

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

Lilacia Park Storytime

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Offsite at Outreach
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages Bring a blanket or chair and celebrate Lilac Time in Lilacia Park with stories and songs. Storytime will be held on th...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool
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.

Lilacia Park Storytime

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Offsite at Outreach
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages Bring a blanket or chair and celebrate Lilac Time in Lilacia Park with stories and songs. Storytime will be held on th...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Drop-in Notary Services

Monday, May 5, 2025 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.
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.

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

Soapmaking with Soapy Roads of Lombard

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Registered event for children in grades K-5; Helen Plum Library card required.Learn about soap and the soapmaking process from Soapy Roads of Lombard, a local family-owned business...

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

Registered event for children in grades K-5; Helen Plum Library card required.

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

Lilacia Park Storytime

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Offsite at Outreach
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages Bring a blanket or chair and celebrate Lilac Time in Lilacia Park with stories and songs. Storytime will be held on th...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool
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.

Lilacia Park Storytime

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Offsite at Outreach
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages Bring a blanket or chair and celebrate Lilac Time in Lilacia Park with stories and songs. Storytime will be held on th...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages