ACES: BINGO Games returns on Wednesday, Aug. 23 at 2 pm! Join us for an afternoon of fun games, companionship, friendly competition, and small prizes. Registration is required for this in-person program: buff.ly/4510oDu

Libby gives the flexibility to enjoy an eAudiobook at any part of your day. Download the app to listen while you prepare dinner, go on your morning walk, or complete your weekend chores. Wherever you go, Libby can too. 🎧📗 Start listening: buff.ly/34UGL6E

We made telephones while learning about sound and how it travels during Tuesday’s Science Speaks program. Science rules! ⚛️🧪 It’s never too early to start planning for fall! View our calendar to see our upcoming youth programs: wheatonlibrary.org/calendar

Add a little magic to your TBR list with Catherine’s Staff Pick, Ink Blood Sister Scribe by Emma Törzs: buff.ly/443oEUA

A lot has changed in the workforce, beginning with how job seekers apply. Join us via Zoom on Thursday, Aug 24 at 7 pm to learn about AI in the job search, how to brand yourself, maintain your skills, and stay relevant in the workforce. Register: buff.ly/3rGgLH4

We channeled our inner Warhol on Thursday to create colorful collages inspired by the artist’s animal portraits!

A portal to a new dimension has opened in the Tech Center… 🌌 Created by WPL staff member Dillon, this 3D printed smartphone magic portal is made up of 2 pieces and took 8 hours to print. Stop by our Tech Center the next time you are in to see this 3D creation on display!

Get to know some other homeschool families in the area during Homeschool Hangout! Play games, try hands-on activities, and more! Register: buff.ly/3X3IOLE

Ignite University welcomes Vickie Austin, president & CEO of the Wheaton Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday, Sept. 6 at noon! Join Vickie as she shares a simple outline for creating your own strategic plan. In partnership with Wheaton Chamber Register: buff.ly/3YB7e09

Heads up! WPL will be closed Sunday, Sept. 3 and Monday, Sept. 4 for Labor Day! Remember to stop by to pick up some books, Learning Games, STEAM Kits, and more before the holiday weekend.

“A beautiful rollercoaster, as optimistic, inspiring and grounding as it is haunting.” Learn more about Veronica’s Staff Pick, You Died: An Anthology of the Afterlife edited by Andrea Purcell & Kel McDonald: buff.ly/3OGKCH9

Join historian Bob Goldsborough for a look at rail mishaps in Wheaton and surrounding areas, from the biggest and most tragic disasters to less-known pileups on Wednesday, Sept. 6 at 7 pm. In partnership with City of Wheaton Historic Commission. Register: buff.ly/3Os21mI

Location research allows genealogists to learn the details surrounding their family, helping to give context and understanding to their lives. Join us on Saturday, Sep. 9 at 1 pm to learn tips for doing your own location research! Register: buff.ly/449N5jb

Register for ALICE Training (Alert-Lockdown-Inform-Counter-Evacuate) on Sept. 5 with the Wheaton Police Department at Wheaton Public Library. ALICE helps teach individuals and groups how to proactively handle the threat in a violent encounter or active shooter event. wheatonlibrary.org/event/alice-tr…

Wheaton Public Library is closed today (9/3) and tomorrow (9/4) in observance of Labor Day.