For a comprehensive and detailed listing of these and all other events see our newsletter Off the Shelf or browse the WPL Calendar of Events.
Children's Programming
There is always something happening in our Youth Services Division. Check out programming links on their web pages.
Computer and Internet Classes
Adult reference librarians offer a wide variety of computer classes, as well as classes that focus upon Internet and database research. Classes are free, but registration is usually required. Browse our schedule of current offerings in Off the Shelf or on our Computer and Internet Classes page.
Fourth Monday Readers
The library's book discussion group meets on the fourth Monday of the month in the "living room" area of the Fiction Room from 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. Copies of the selected books will be available at the library and through our interlibrary loan system. If you are interested in joining an e-mail list for notification of Fourth Monday events, contact wilref@wilmette.lib.il.us.
Great Books Group
The Great Books discussion group, led by Wilmette resident Arthur Arfa meets on the first Monday of the month at 7:15 p.m. in the Small Meeting Room.
Each of the selected readings are contained in a single paperback, The Great Books Reading and Discussion Program, First Series, volume 1. A copy (R 808.8 GR) is available in the Reference Room on the first floor, and a circulating copy (808.8 GR) is shelved on the lower level. If the circulating copy is checked out, you may request a reserve.
To purchase a copy of the book, go to www.greatbooks.org
- No events scheduled at this time; please check again later.
Senior Book Talks
The library offers two Senior Book Groups where librarians talk about and read from a variety of books both new and old. These programs are held at the Meskill Senior Center, located at the Community Recreation Center, and at Mather Place, 2801 Old Glenview Road. Both groups meet for one hour, and newcomers are always welcome.
The Meskill Senior Center group meets at 10:30 a.m. on the first Friday of every month from September through June.
The Mather Place group meets at 10:30 a.m. on the second Friday of
each month from September through June.
Current Events Roundtable
Share your views on the issues of the day with moderator Jerry Ripp. Newcomers are always welcome to become part of this lively group that covers all points on the political spectrum. The group meets two Monday mornings each month from 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. in the Auditorium. Upcoming dates are:
Armchair Travels
These programs are held on Thursdays at 1:00 p.m. in the Auditorium.
(In the advent of severe weather, please check for cancellations by calling
the library, 847-256-5025.)
Overflow parking is available at St. John's Church on the south side of Wilmette Avenue across the street.
Alzheimer's Support Group
Families who have a loved-one with Alzheimer's disease are invited to come to
a support group hosted by the library and the Alzheimer's Association on the
last Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. in the Small Meeting Room.
Diabetes Support Group
A support group for those with adult type I, or insulin-dependent, diabetes holds its monthly meetings at the Library. The group meets on the second Wednesday of each month in the Auditorium.
