Love and Laughs with Comedian Michelle Buteau: Virtual Event Fans of comedy and heartfelt storytelling won’t want to miss Love and Laughs with Michelle Buteau, a virtual event hosted by Illinois Libraries Present. Join comedian, actress, and producer Michelle Buteau in conversation with Greta Johnsen on Thursday, January 23, 2025, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00…
Bundle Up With Books: A Winter Reading Challenge Continues- West Chicago Public Library Dates: 12/1 – 2/28 Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Special Event Event Details: Cozy up with a book in your favorite nook! This challenge is for teens in grades 6-12 and and adults. Log your reading in Beanstack (https://wcpld.beanstack.org/reader365) to earn wintery badges throughout…
The next edition of Illinois Libraries Present is with Chef Art Smith! Just like the last few ILP programs, the West Chicago Public Library is offering virtual attendance, as well as a special watch party in the library itself! Join Chef Art Smith to learn about his culinary journey and bring some culinary inspiration into your holiday…
Giannoulias Announces Libraries Receiving Grants More Than $391,000 in Grant Funding Will Improve Local Library Services Library districts are receiving grant funding to help ensure all residents have access to quality resources and programming, Illinois Secretary of State and State Librarian Alexi Giannoulias announced. Libraries throughout the 49th and 50th House Districts, serving over…
Residents of West Chicago who are passionate about the library community are encouraged to consider serving as a trustee on the Library Board. The upcoming consolidated election on April 1, 2025, will include the election of three library trustees. Library trustees play a vital role in shaping the library’s future by participating in policy creation,…
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING WEST CHICAGO PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Public Hearing will be held in connection with the Tentative Budget and Appropriation Ordinance for the West Chicago Public Library District, DuPage County, Illinois, at 6:45 P.M., Monday, August 26, 2024 in the Library Program Room, 118 West…
Special Program Highlight At The West Chicago Public Library Pet Training 101 Thursday, June 6th | 7-8 pm From basic manners to advanced tricks, we’ll share some tips to help unlock your pet’s potential. This program is presented by Laura Winnie from DuPage County Animal Services. Please register for this event using the link below…
Please check the library schedule carefully, as the coming weekend they are closed on some days they are not usually. This Friday, May 24th, the library will be closed for electrical maintenance. They’ll will reopen for their regular hours of operation (9 am to 5 pm) on Saturday, May 25th. The library will once then…
Unfortunately, our elevator is currently out of order, and unsafe to use until we can replace a part. The part has been ordered and we hope this situation will be resolved soon. In the meantime, if you require accommodations to use the library with our elevator being non-operational, please feel free to give library staff…
Eid al-Fitr To-Go Bag Tuesday 04/09 | Available All Day! Take home a to-go bag with activities and crafts to celebrate the end of Ramadan. For ages 5-11. Rhythms & Rhymes Tuesday 04/09 | 9:45-10:15 am Join us on a musical storytime adventure just right for the littles that is sure to…
As West Chicagoans, we are lucky to have such a wonderful library, the West Chicago Public Library District offers robust programming and exciting activities for all. Here’s what is happening this week at the library: Beginning March 24: Eclipse Glass Giveaway, click HERE for more info. All Week Long: Read & Roll ~ I’m From/Soy De…
Do you fondly remember the old library? Thank you to the former resident who shared their memories about going to the old library in the 1960s and getting cozy with a good book, laying on the floor and reading the day away. The first dedicated library building in West Chicago was built in 1953, opening…
Tonight! 7-8pm The West Chicago Public Library, in partnership with Healthy West Chicago, offers a brief educational presentation on herbs, including a planting demonstration. Recipes that feature herbs will be distributed. Attendees will be able to choose 2-3 herbs to plant in peat pots to take home. This program is free of charge thanks to Healthy…
West Chicago, IL- The College of DuPage graciously provides complimentary Adult English Acquisition classes, available at both the West Public Library and West Chicago Community High School. English Language Acquisition (ELA) classes at the College of DuPage help develop your conversation, listening, reading, and writing skills. Gain skills to obtain or improve your current employment,…
Tuesday, November 28: Messy Masterpieces 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM West Chicago Public Library District, Main Program Room Explore art in the messiest way possible. We will use play-doh, paint, and more. Come dressed for some messy fun. Ages 1-5. Event Type(s): Youth, Toddlers & Preschoolers Origami 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM West Chicago Public…
The West Chicago Public Library will host a holiday open house- December 1 between 5-8pm. All are welcome to attend. This year’s theme is An Enchanted Winter’s Evening. The library has been decorated, the weather is turning colder, and special guests are ready to come by. The West Chicago Community High School Choir has been…
The West Chicago Public Library has added a new feature that makes life a little easier in WeGo. As outlined in the library’s Strategic Plan, they have installed a drive-up book drop in the parking lot, parallel to Turner Ct. Now, you don’t even need to leave your car to return materials to the library…
The West Chicago Public Library is hosting a special reading challenge throughout the month of September. Participants have an opportunity to earn rewards for completing the challenge. The program entitled, “Look Up! Explore Our Universe: James Webb Telescope Reading Challege” is in coordination with NASA. In celebration of this year’s October 14 annular eclipse, the…
Get a new library card or sign up to be a patron the whole month of September at The West Chicago Public Library. Get to know the different parts of the library and win prizes. For more information visit the Library’s website herevisit the Library’s website here Location: 118 W.Washington Street-West Chicago.
