Helen Plum Library, Glen Ellyn Public Library and Villa Park Public Library all have programs worth noting for the week of October 20–27.

Helen Plum Library — Lombard

Tuesday, October 20 brings Family Storytime, Drop-In Studio Hours, Tinker Time, English Language Learning classes and an Intermediate Canva class, while the Library Board of Trustees meets from 7–9 p.m.

On Thursday, October 22, the Helen Plum Library Book Club meets from 7–8 p.m. to discuss The Last Time I Lied by Riley Sager.

Friday, October 23 features Smarty Pants: The Big Halloween Balloon Show from 7–7:45 p.m.; registration is required and the current listing shows a waitlist.

On Monday, October 26, award-winning Ojibwa author Kim Sigafus presents Genealogy: We the Native People from 7–8 p.m., exploring Native American perspectives and traditions.

Glen Ellyn Public Library

The Bluestem Book Club meets Tuesday, October 20, from 6–7 p.m., giving young readers a preview of a Bluestem title along with pizza and a related activity.

The Friends of the Library hold a volunteer Book Sort on Wednesday, October 21, from 10 a.m.–noon to prepare donated materials for future used book sales.

Villa Park Public Library

Story Stretchers returns Tuesday, October 20, combining a shared book with a hands-on activity designed to extend the reading experience.

Teen Dungeons & Dragons meets Monday, October 26, from 6:30–8 p.m. for students in grades 8–12, welcoming both beginners and experienced players.

Program schedules can change, and some events require registration, so families should check their library before heading out.