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Ignite

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Welcome to Ignite!

It's our innovative approach to providing resources and programs for business, career, and lifelong learning.

In partnership with the Wheaton Chamber of Commerce, our goal is to help our community discover their spark and ignite their future—whether starting or building a business, changing or growing a career, or kindling lifelong interests through continuing education. 

Upcoming Events

Beyond Words: Emotional Intelligence in Interviews

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business, Jobs & Careers, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

Emotional intelligence interview questions are seeking to understand how you would behave, engage, and react in various hypothetical scenarios.

Disclaimer(s)

Virtual Program Conduct Policy

The library's patron conduct policy applies to virtual library programs. Library staff has the right to remove participants from virtual programs who are in violation of the patron conduct policy.

Interview IQ Builder

12:00pm - 1:30pm
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: In-Person, Jobs & Careers
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enhance your interview skills through realistic simulations, personalized feedback, and strategic insights, ensuring you approach every opportunity with confidence and expertise.

In partnership with People's Resource Center.

Tips to Start Your Side Hustle & Small Business - Teens & College Students

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2B
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Business
Registration Required
Event Details:

Interested in selling artwork or marketing a service? Stop by this Q&A with a local business expert to learn how to get started and ask your questions! 

Ignite University: Staying Steady in an Unsteady World

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business, Health & Wellness, In-Person, Jobs & Careers
Registration Required
Event Details:

Chris Mazzarella, Heritage Professionals, speaks about how to incorporate good mental health practices for your business and career. In partnership with the Wheaton Chamber of Commerce.

Resume Review Drop-In

9:30am - 11:30am
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Jobs & Careers
Event Details:

Looking for opportunities to network, get help completing job applications, writing your resume and cover letter, or preparing for an interview? Drop in to the Resume Review! We will provide support during what can be a stressful time.