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This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Tech Drop-In

3:00pm - 4:30pm
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 "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 "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.

Pop-in Play: Stamp Art

9:30am - 11:30am
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Recommended for 3-5 years, with a participating adult.
Pop by the Library for a playful morning of popular activities. 

Stamp Art
Express your creativity through colors and textures.

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.

Dan Gogh: Magic & Art Show

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School
Registration
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 150
Event Details:

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

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

Saturday 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.
Get your weekend off to a great start with stories, songs, and fun for all ages.  

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

Saturday 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.
Get your weekend off to a great start with stories, songs, and fun for all ages.  

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.

Trading Card Club

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, High School
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Drop-in event recommended for grades 1-12.
Battle, duel, and trade with your favorite collectible card games. Whether you enjoy Pokémon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, or Magic: The Gathering, this is the club for you.

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

Wonder Lab: Polar Animals

10:00am - 10:45am
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Registration
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Registered event for children 2-5 years, with participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required.
Curious children and caregivers will explore discovery-based activities featuring a different theme each month. 

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

Tech Drop-In

3:00pm - 4:30pm
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 "Birth to Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Elementary School" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.

Families Explore: Music

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School
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.
Join in the rhythm and the fun as we explore instruments and musical styles.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Genealogy
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 75
Event Details:

ur family history and find your ancestors’ stories with the help of Jacquie Schattner. Whether you’re just starting out or need a refresher, discover over 25 websites, plus tips on using them more efficiently to organize your information.

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.

Picture Perfect with PIXLR 

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adult
Registration
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology Classes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Using this free online photo editor, we'll tackle projects ranging from simple fixes to those that require more complex tools. 

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

Nature Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Registration
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Registered storytime for ages 2-5, with participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Introduction to ChatGPT

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Adult
Registration
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology Classes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

ChatGPT is an artificial intelligence chatbot launched in 2022 by OpenAI. This class explores what ChatGPT is and some practical applications for using it successfully.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Adult
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 74
Event Details:

Historian Clarence Goodman returns with fascinating tales of the venerable ballparks, the origins of innovations, and the transcendent personalities of Chicago sports history.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Intermediate ChatGPT

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Adult
Registration
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology Classes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
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 "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Elementary School" group.

Northern Lights Pastel Art

4:30pm - 5:15pm
Youth, Elementary School
Registration
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Registered event for children in grades 1-5.
You’ll use black construction paper and chalk pastels to create a stunning drawing of the northern lights.

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

Simple Machines

10:00am - 10:45am
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Registration
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Registered event for children ages 3-5 years, with participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required.
Preschoolers will get hands-on exploring a variety of simple experiments! 

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

Virtual Field Trip with The Shedd Aquarium: Penguins

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School
Registration
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 60
Event Details:

Registered event for children in grades K-5.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Drop-in Notary Services

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Adult
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.
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.