Helen Plum Library

10/19/2026

Relax and enjoy an afternoon of toe-tapping jazz favorites, smooth melodies, and vibrant sounds by ZAZZ Jazz Combo that capture the spirit and beauty of autumn. Register at the link in the comments!

10/16/2026

How cute are these felt foxes our cardholders made in Studio 411!? Thanks for the class, Esther's Place- Big Rock, IL !

10/15/2026

😌 Help kids find calm with these low-stimulation shows featuring soft visuals, slow pacing, and gentle storylines. Stream "Madeline," "Little Bear," "Baby Einsteins," and more for free with your library card on Hoopla. Visit the link in the comments to browse the collection.

10/14/2026

How cute is this activity? During October, little learners can stop by anytime to use MAGNA-TILES to build familiar buildings like the Willis (*ahem* Sears) Tower, the Lombard Dairy Queen, and, of course, the Library!

10/13/2026

Heads up: registration for November events opens this Saturday at 9am (a bit later in the month than usual)! You can register for programs online, over the phone, or in person.

Note that some program registration dates may differ. Adult technology classes open one month before each class. (And some programs don't require registration at all!) Check out each event online for details.

10/12/2026

It's Indigenous Peoples' Day! Our librarians have compiled reading lists highlighting indigenous voices with suggestions for all ages. Check out the link in the comments to browse the lists from home or at the library- we're open for regular hours today.

10/09/2026

We had such a lovely time at Lilacia Park for Evening Storytimes this week! A few of our adorable guests posed with the Book Bike. 🚲️ If you missed out, there are still two opportunities to join:

Mon, Oct 12 at 5pm
Mon, Oct 19 at 5pm

Bring a blanket and cozy up with fall-themed stories and songs!

10/08/2026

We're a little over a week away from the next Helen Plum Library Foundation book sale! Stop by from 9am-3pm on Sat, Oct 17 to grab books at a bargain.

We're a little over a month out from our next used book sale at Helen Plum Library! You asked for more advanced notice, this is it!

10/07/2026

We were overdue for a part 2.

Video description: a library staffer telling terrible bookish jokes around the library, with text that says “that one coworker with the dad jokes, part 2.”

10/06/2026

Now through Oct 31, when you visit HPL, check out the exhibit on the 2nd Floor: Forest Preserve Landscapes of the Western Suburbs by Chad Wooters. The paintings are gorgeous and will transport you right into nature.