Upcoming Events

Drop-in event for families with children of all ages 
Enjoy popcorn and a movie matinee at the library!

Wish (PG)
A young woman named Asha possesses wild wishes for happiness.

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

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

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.

Drop-in storytime for families of all ages
We'll gather ‘round the campfire for songs and stories. Weather permitting.

Drop-in event recommended for children in grades 1-8
Visit the Library for a friendly chess match and share your love of the game. A basic understanding of the game is required. Chess sets will be provided.  

Registered program for families with children of all ages
This is your chance to build a fort in the Library! We’ll supply the building materials – you bring your imagination!

Drop-in event for families with children of all ages 
Test your brain power with a variety of puzzles. Create your own to challenge family and friends.

Drop-in event for families with children of all ages 
Stomp on down to the library for some RAWR-some dinosaur games and activities.

Drop-in event for families with children of all ages 
Stomp on down to the library for some RAWR-some dinosaur games and activities.

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. 

Registered program for families with children of all ages; Helen Plum Library Card is required

Drop-in event for grades 6-8
Do “As Seen on TV” items really work? Can you really walk on eggs without breaking them? Let's put these things to the test!

Drop-in event recommended for children in grades K-8
Using your own cards and Pokémon handheld video games, you can play and trade while meeting other Pokémon fans.

Interested in learning more about Dungeons & Dragons? Learn the basics of creating a character and leave with a completed character sheet.

Latino hip hop musicians are advancing the poetic traditions of their countries in unique ways. Nevertheless, academic and poetic circles have surprisingly not embraced and celebrated these artists as poets.

Helen Plum Library is thrilled to now be a part of Illinois Libraries Present, a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering premier events.

Join fellow writers for dedicated, quiet writing time to work toward your November National Novel Writing Month goals, whether you're working on the next Great American Novel or just getting started.