Lombard, Illinois
Upcoming events from Helen Plum Library in Lombard.
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"The Human Experience" is an art exhibition by Shehla Khan at the Helen Plum Library, on view from November 2 through December 6, 2026, where visitors can see her photographs of everyday life in communities around the world. No age group is specified for the event.
On November 12, 2026, from 9:00 to 10:30 AM at The Hub Helen Plum Library, students of the S.E.A.L. Transition Program will run a coffee cart serving Spiritus Coffee Co. coffee to visitors and staff while gaining hands-on customer service and drink preparation experience. No age group is listed.
At the Helen Plum Library's Teen Study Room A on November 12, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM, free one-on-one 30-minute Medicare and Medicare supplement counseling is offered by a SHIP counselor, for ages 18 and up; appointments are made by calling Stephanie Howanietz at 331-758-0111.
A drop-in storytime at the Helen Plum Library on November 12, 2026, from 9:30 to 10:00 AM, where children from birth to 12 months attend with an adult to sing, rhyme, and enjoy stories together. The event lists an age range of 0-17.
Toddler Storytime at the Helen Plum Library's Plum Meeting Rooms on November 12, 2026, runs from 10:30 to 11:00 AM and is a drop-in session for children ages 1 to 2 with a participating adult. Children sing, read, and do a simple learning activity, with name tags available 30 minutes before start and capacity limited to 20 children.
In this one-hour online webinar on November 12, 2026, chef Pyet DeSpain presents her debut cookbook, Rooted in Fire, on Native American and Mexican cooking. It is intended for adults aged 18 and over.
In this 90-minute intermediate class at the Helen Plum Library Computer Lab on November 12, 2026 (3:00–4:30 PM), participants learn to use layers, rulers, and guides in Canva to create designs. The class is for adults 18 and older who already know the basics of Canva.
At Studio 411 in the Helen Plum Library on November 12, 2026, from 4:00 to 8:00 PM, adults ages 18 and over can drop in to make one wooden or paper fall craft per person while supplies last.
Free English language learning classes for adults 18+ are held at the Helen Plum Library's Plum Meeting Rooms on November 12, 2026, from 6:00 to 8:30 PM, offered by the College of DuPage to build reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills for work, education, and everyday communication. Participants must attend a test date first, and no prior registration is needed.
At Studio 411 in the Helen Plum Library on November 13, 2026, adults 18 and up can drop in from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM to use makerspace equipment for sewing, laser cutting, podcast recording, Cricut customizing, and more, with staff available for simple questions. One-on-one instruction requires a Book-A-Maker appointment, and hours may change based on staff availability and library events.
At the Helen Plum Library's Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) on November 13, 2026, from 5:00 to 8:00 PM, adults aged 18 and over can join an open gaming evening. Some games are provided, and attendees are welcome to bring their own to play with others.
Registration for the Helen Plum Library's December programs opens at 9am on Saturday, November 14, 2026, for ages 5 and up. Some programs may have different registration dates, so check individual event listings for details.
At the Preschool Fair on November 14, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM in the Plum Meeting Rooms at the Helen Plum Library, caregivers of children ages birth to 5 can drop in to learn about Lombard preschool programs, speak with school representatives, and take home information on curriculum and enrollment.
At the Helen Plum Library's Plum Meeting Rooms on November 15, 2026, from 2:00 to 3:30 PM, children can drop in and free build with the Library's LEGO bricks collection. The event is for ages 5 to 14, though families with children ages 4 and older are also welcome.
On November 16, 2026, from 9:00 to 10:30 AM at The Hub Helen Plum Library, students of the S.E.A.L. Transition Program will run a coffee cart serving Spiritus Coffee Co. drinks to library visitors and staff while gaining hands-on customer service and drink preparation experience. No age range is listed.
Family Storytime is a 30-minute drop-in session from 9:30 to 10:00 AM on November 16, 2026, at the Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) in the Helen Plum Library. It features playful books, songs, and movement for families with children of all ages, from 0 to 17.
At the Helen Plum Library Computer Lab on November 16, 2026, participants aged 18 and older can learn to create pivot tables, sort files, and filter Excel spreadsheets in this 90-minute session, which runs from 10:00 to 11:30 AM.
A drop-in 30-minute storytime at the Helen Plum Library on November 16, 2026, where children ages 3-4 and an accompanying adult enjoy stories, songs, and early learning activities to build kindergarten readiness. Name tags are available at the Youth Services Desk 30 minutes before the start, and the room closes to new families once it reaches capacity.
On November 16, 2026, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM at the Plum Meeting Rooms in the Helen Plum Library, American Cash, a Johnny Cash tribute band, performs hits like "Folsom Prison Blues" and "I Walk the Line" for audiences ages 18 and up.
At Studio 411 in the Helen Plum Library on November 16, 2026, adults ages 18 and up can drop in from 1:30 to 8:00 PM to use makerspace equipment for projects like sewing, laser cutting, podcast recording, and Cricut customizing, with staff available for simple questions.
At the Helen Plum Library's Conference Room on November 16, 2026, from 4:00 to 6:00 PM, a licensed notary is available on a drop-in basis for people aged 18 and older.
At Helen Plum Library's Colonel William R. Plum Meeting Room on November 16, 2026, families can drop in for a 30-minute evening storytime (6:30–7:00 PM) with books and rhymes. It is open to children ages 0–17.
At the Helen Plum Library's Plum Meeting Rooms on November 17, 2026, families can drop in for a 30-minute storytime from 9:30 to 10:00 AM, featuring playful books, songs, and movement. It is open to children ages 0-17 and their families.
At the Helen Plum Library on November 17, 2026, families can drop in for a 30-minute storytime from 10:30 to 11:00 AM featuring playful books, songs, and movement. It is open to children of all ages from 0 to 17, along with their families.
On November 17, 2026, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM at the Plum Meeting Rooms in the Helen Plum Library, actress Lorrisa Julianus presents true murder-mystery tales, from a Roman emperor who investigated a killing to deadly scandals of Old Hollywood. The event is for ages 18 and up.
Drop-in Studio 411 hours at Helen Plum Library on November 17, 2026, from 1:30 to 8:00 PM let adults 18 and up use makerspace equipment to sew, laser cut, record podcasts, and customize with Cricut, with staff available for simple questions and one-on-one help available by appointment.
At Helen Plum Library on November 17, 2026, kids and their grownups can drop in from 4:00 to 5:00 PM to work together on new maker projects and gadgets. The event is for children ages 5-11 (grades K-5) and requires a participating adult.
At the Helen Plum Library's Plum Meeting Rooms on November 17, 2026, from 6:00 to 8:30 PM, College of DuPage offers free English language classes for adults 18 and older to build reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills for work, school, and everyday life. Participants must attend a test date (August 25 or 27), with no prior registration needed; the first day of class is September 1.
At the Helen Plum Library's Computer Lab on November 17, 2026, from 6:30 to 8:00 PM, attendees aged 18 and older can learn what ChatGPT, an AI chatbot developed by OpenAI, is and how to use it effectively in practical situations.
At Tinker Time, children and their grownups work together on new maker projects and gadgets during a one-hour drop-in event from 6:30 to 7:30 PM on November 17, 2026, at the Helen Plum Library. It is for kids ages 5 to 11 (grades K-5) and must include a participating adult.
At the Helen Plum Library Board of Trustees meeting on November 17, 2026, from 7:00 to 9:00 PM in the Conference Room, attendees can view the agenda online or at the building, or watch the meeting live. No age group is specified.
On November 18, 2026, from 9:00 to 10:30 AM at The Hub Helen Plum Library, students of the S.E.A.L. Transition Program will run a coffee cart serving Spiritus Coffee Co. coffee to visitors and staff while gaining hands-on customer service and drink preparation experience. No age group is listed.
At Helen Plum Library's Plum Meeting Rooms on November 18, 2026, families can drop in for a 30-minute storytime from 9:30 to 10:00 AM featuring playful books, songs, and movement. It is open to children ages 0-17 and their families.
At Helen Plum Library's Plum Meeting Rooms on November 18, 2026, from 10:30 to 11:00 AM, children ages 1-2 and an accompanying adult can join this drop-in storytime with songs, books, and a simple learning activity. Name tags are available at the Youth Services Desk 30 minutes before the start, and the room closes to new families once it reaches its 20-child capacity.
At the Helen Plum Library, adults 18 and older can join a one-hour book club on November 18, 2026, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM in the Colonel William R. Plum Meeting Room to discuss *The Mostly True Story of Tanner and Louise* by Colleen Oakley. Participants must register for one session only, and print or limited digital copies are available through Adult Services.
This 90-minute session at the Helen Plum Library Computer Lab (November 18, 2026, 3:00–4:30 PM) teaches adults aged 18 and older how to use Google Sheets, a free online spreadsheet app, including creating, saving, downloading, sharing, setting permissions, and uploading spreadsheets. Attendees are encouraged to create a Gmail account beforehand.
At this drop-in event on November 18, 2026, from 4:00 to 6:00 PM in the Conference Room at Helen Plum Library, Rush Alzheimer's Disease Center Community Engagement Coordinator Leann Donovan shares information on distinguishing dementia from normal aging, tips for talking with your doctor, and caregiver resources. It is open to adults 18 and older.
At the Helen Plum Library on November 18, 2026, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, ages 11-14 (grades 6-12) can create a beaded keychain inspired by traditional Potawatomi design with artist Samantha Thompson, who shares how beadwork connects her to her Potawatomi heritage and culture.
On November 19, 2026, from 9:00 to 10:30 AM at The Hub Helen Plum Library, students of the S.E.A.L. Transition Program will run a coffee cart serving Spiritus Coffee Co. coffee to visitors and staff while gaining hands-on customer service and drink preparation experience. No age group is listed.
At the Helen Plum Library's Teen Study Room A on November 19, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM, attendees (ages 18+) can book a free 30-minute one-on-one Medicare or Medicare supplement counseling session with a Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP) counselor, by calling Stephanie Howanietz at 331-758-0111.
At Helen Plum Library's Plum Meeting Rooms on November 19, 2026, from 9:30 to 10:00 AM, this drop-in storytime invites babies from birth to 12 months, along with an accompanying adult, to sing, rhyme, and enjoy stories together. The listed age range for the event is 0-17.
Toddler Storytime is a 30-minute drop-in session at the Helen Plum Library's Plum Meeting Rooms on November 19, 2026, from 10:30 to 11:00 AM, where children ages 1-2 and an accompanying adult sing, read, and do a simple learning activity together. Name tags are handed out at the Youth Services Desk 30 minutes before the start, and once the door closes the room is at capacity.
At Studio 411 in the Helen Plum Library on November 19, 2026, adults 18 and up can drop in from 1:30 to 8:00 PM to use makerspace equipment for sewing, laser cutting, podcast recording, Cricut customizing, and more, with staff available for simple questions.
In this 90-minute session at the Computer Lab of Helen Plum Library on November 19, 2026, participants ages 18 and up learn to organize Canva designs into shareable folders, link cloud storage to access files, and review CanvaGPT through the ChatGPT website.
At Studio 411 in the Helen Plum Library on November 19, 2026, from 4:00 to 8:00 PM, adults ages 18 and over can drop in to make one wooden or paper fall craft per person, while supplies last.
At the Helen Plum Library's Plum Meeting Rooms on November 19, 2026, from 6:00 to 8:30 PM, the College of DuPage offers free English language classes for adults 18 and older to build reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills for work, school, and daily life. Participants must attend a placement test on August 25 or 27 (no registration needed), with classes starting September 1.
In this one-hour online webinar on November 19, 2026, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, New York Times bestselling author Rebecca Roanhorse discusses her Between Earth and Sky trilogy, which draws on pre-Columbian American cultures. The event is intended for attendees aged 18 and older.
Pajama Jam Storytime is a 30-minute drop-in evening storytime held at the Helen Plum Library's Youth Large Program Room on November 19, 2026, from 6:30 to 7:00 PM. It is open to families with children ages 0-17, and pajamas are encouraged.
This page lists upcoming public events from the Helen Plum Library calendar in Lombard.
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