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This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Cricut Project: Hidden Binding Mini Typewriter Album

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adult, Seniors
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Studio 411
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Assemble a pre-cut mini photo album in the shape of a typewriter. For intermediate beginners. 

This program is for ages 18 and over.

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

Evening Family Storytime

6:30pm - 7:00pm
Youth, Birth to Preschool
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.

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

Music with Robyn Vitson

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adult, Seniors
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 52
Event Details:

There's nothing like a sweet, soulful love song to warm the heart, bring back memories, and make you want to dance! Join Robyn as she performs classic songs and incorporates a few sing-alongs.

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

Family Storytime

9:30am - 10:00am
Youth, Birth to Preschool
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.  

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

Family Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Youth, Birth to Preschool
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.  

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

Reality DuPage: Healthy Teen Relationships

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth, High School
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Teen: The Hive
Age Group: Youth, High School
Event Details:

Drop-in event for grades 9-12.
Northeast DuPage Family and Youth Services will empower teens with the knowledge and skills to build healthy, respectful, and supportive relationships in all aspects of life.   

This event is in the "Adult" group.
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.

Introduction to Word

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adult
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology Classes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Learn fundamentals of Microsoft Word navigation and key terminology such as creating, opening, editing, saving, and naming Word documents.
 

This event is in the "Adult" group.
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs, Virtual Program
Event Details:

Broaden your reading horizons and enjoy some fun surprises in every box! 

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

Baby Storytime (0-12 months)

9:30am - 10:00am
Youth, Birth to Preschool
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 year, with participating adult 
Literacy starts with the littlest ones! Meet other families as we sing, rhyme, and enjoy stories together.   

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

Toddler Storytime (1-2 year olds)

10:30am - 11:00am
Youth, Birth to Preschool
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.   
 

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

Tech Help Drop-In

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Adult, Seniors
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 "Elementary School" group.

Cloud Observers

4:15pm - 5:00pm
Youth, Elementary School
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
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. 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Seed Starting 101

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adult
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Adult
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 36
Event Details:

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

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

Toddler Storytime (1-2 year olds)

9:30am - 10:00am
Youth, Birth to Preschool
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.   
 

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

Toddler Storytime (1-2 year olds)

10:30am - 11:00am
Youth, Birth to Preschool
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.   
 

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Staff Conference Room
Program Type: Board of Trustees
This event is in the "Adult" group.
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.
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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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 "Birth to Preschool" group.

Miss Allison’s Music Class

10:00am - 10:30am
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Registered event for children birth–5 years, with participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required.

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

Miss Allison’s Music Class

10:45am - 11:15am
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Registered event for children birth–5 years, with participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

20s and 30s Board Game Night

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adult
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.

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.

Registration Opens for May HPL Programs

All Day
Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adult, Seniors
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.

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

Adjustable Book Cover Sewing Project

10:30am - 12:30pm
Adult, Seniors
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Studio 411
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Create an adjustable book cover to protect a paperback or hardcover book! Sewing experience is required.