This event is in the "Adult" group. May 25 2024 Sat Tech Help One-on-One 2:15pm - 3:00pm Registration This event is in the "Adult" group. May 25 2024 Sat Tech Help One-on-One 2:15pm - 3:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Pearl Buck Age Group: Adult Program Type: Computers & Technology Registration Required Seats Remaining: 1 Tech Help One-on-One Get hands-on instruction with your tablet, smartphone, or laptop to learn how to operate your device or get Microsoft, Apple, or Google platform software help in a 45-minute one-on-one appointment with library staff. To request a day and time that better suits your schedule, please contact Beth Clower.
This event is in the "High School" group. This event is in the "College and Young Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult 50+" group. May 26 2024 Sun Diversity of Faith and Culture: A Community Discussion 2:00pm - 4:00pm Registration This event is in the "High School" group. This event is in the "College and Young Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult 50+" group. May 26 2024 Sun Diversity of Faith and Culture: A Community Discussion 2:00pm - 4:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: North and South Meeting Rooms Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Class, Social Registration Required Seats Remaining: 48 Details: Participate in a discussion led by a panel of speakers from faith-based and cultural organizations. Special Notes Explore and Support Diversity Learn about people and cultures and discuss practical steps that we can each take to create a more inclusive future. Experience how the power of dialogue can overcome violence and hate, in favor of peace and understanding. Food allergies The library cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
May 27 2024 Mon Library Closed for Memorial Day All Day Closing May 27 2024 Mon Closing Library Closed for Memorial Day All Day Branches: Glen Ellyn Public Library Description: The library building (including the drive-up window and The Cafe) will be closed to celebrate the Memorial Day holiday.
This event is in the "Youth" group. May 28 2024 Tue Hold backup Meet a Truck 9:00am - 11:00am This event is in the "Youth" group. May 28 2024 Tue Hold backup Meet a Truck 9:00am - 11:00am Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: North and South Meeting Rooms Age Group: Youth Program Type: Special Event
This event is in the "Youth" group. May 28 2024 Tue Meet-a-Truck Storytime 10:30am - 11:00am This event is in the "Youth" group. May 28 2024 Tue Meet-a-Truck Storytime 10:30am - 11:00am Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytime Details: Listen to a story about a truck and then visit the library parking lot to see the type of truck featured in the story! Twenty name tags (children only).* For kids of all ages and their grownups. Special Notes Name tags Name tags will be available at the Youth Desk beginning 30 minutes prior to the program start time. Children with their grownups can pick up name tags on a first-come, first-served basis. Bring your grownup This program is designed for children and their grownups. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs are not allowed.
This event is in the "Youth" group. May 28 2024 Tue Fun with STEM: Learn and Create 4:15pm - 5:00pm Registration This event is in the "Youth" group. May 28 2024 Tue Fun with STEM: Learn and Create 4:15pm - 5:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: North and South Meeting Rooms Age Group: Youth Program Type: Class, STEAM Registration Required Seats Remaining: 4 Fun with STEM: Learn and Create Members of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) present monthly science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) topics. Please register for each month separately. For grades 2-5. Details: Polymers: Learn what polymers are, where they are used, and how they affect the environment. Create a bouncy ball to take home. Special Notes Accessibility The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Promotion Adults and children may be photographed and videotaped by library staff or their representatives in the course of library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in library publicity. If you have a concern about this policy, please contact library staff.
This event is in the "College and Young Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult 50+" group. May 29 2024 Wed FoL Book Sort 10:00am - 12:00pm This event is in the "College and Young Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult 50+" group. May 29 2024 Wed FoL Book Sort 10:00am - 12:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Basement - Friends Area Age Group: College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Volunteer FoL Book Sort The Friends operate a used book sale area in the library basement and hold public sales approximately every other month. To prepare for these sales, volunteers process and shelve donated items. Sorts are a great opportunity to socialize, chat about books, and help your library. If you are interested in helping out, please email friends@gepl.org to schedule an orientation session.
This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Middle School" group. This event is in the "High School" group. This event is in the "College and Young Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult 50+" group. May 29 2024 Wed Seed Library: Butterfly Garden 1:00pm - 2:00pm Registration This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Middle School" group. This event is in the "High School" group. This event is in the "College and Young Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult 50+" group. May 29 2024 Wed Seed Library: Butterfly Garden 1:00pm - 2:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: STEAM Registration Required Seats Remaining: 0 Details: Learn how wildflowers help butterflies and bees, participate in a craft, and take home wildflower seeds from the Seed Library! Special Notes Accessibility The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Promotion Adults and children may be photographed and videotaped by library staff or their representatives in the course of library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in library publicity. If you have a concern about this policy, please contact library staff.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group. May 29 2024 Wed Social Hour for Adults 50+ 2:30pm - 3:30pm This event is in the "Adult 50+" group. May 29 2024 Wed Social Hour for Adults 50+ 2:30pm - 3:30pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: North and South Meeting Rooms Age Group: Adult 50+ Program Type: Social Social Hour for Adults 50+ Join neighbors to socialize while completing puzzles, playing card and board games, or working on coloring crafts. Light refreshments will be provided. Special Notes Accessibility The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Food allergies The library cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Middle School" group. This event is in the "High School" group. This event is in the "College and Young Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult 50+" group. May 29 2024 Wed Seed Library: Butterfly Garden 5:00pm - 6:00pm Registration This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Middle School" group. This event is in the "High School" group. This event is in the "College and Young Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult 50+" group. May 29 2024 Wed Seed Library: Butterfly Garden 5:00pm - 6:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: STEAM Registration Required Seats Remaining: 0 Details: Learn how wildflowers help butterflies and bees, participate in a craft, and take home wildflower seeds from the Seed Library! Special Notes Accessibility The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Promotion Adults and children may be photographed and videotaped by library staff or their representatives in the course of library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in library publicity. If you have a concern about this policy, please contact library staff.
This event is in the "High School" group. This event is in the "College and Young Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult 50+" group. May 30 2024 Thu No Shush Salon: Open Mic with Guest Performers 6:30pm - 9:00pm Registration This event is in the "High School" group. This event is in the "College and Young Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult 50+" group. May 30 2024 Thu No Shush Salon: Open Mic with Guest Performers 6:30pm - 9:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: 2nd Floor Round Window Area Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Performance Registration Required Seats Remaining: 25 No Shush Salon: Open Mic with Guest Performers Local creative types gather to discuss creative things. Share your works-in-progress or finished endeavors at an open mic! Use your 10 minutes to sing, dance, read, recite—whatever you choose. Spectators are welcome and appreciated. Light refreshments will be provided. For adults and high school students. Special Notes Food allergies The library cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
This event is in the "College and Young Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult 50+" group. May 30 2024 Thu Trivia Night 7:00pm - 9:00pm This event is in the "College and Young Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult 50+" group. May 30 2024 Thu Trivia Night 7:00pm - 9:00pm Location: The Beer Cellar Age Group: College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Social Trivia Night Grab some friends or head out by yourself to The Beer Cellar Glen Ellyn for live trivia! For age 21 and up. Please arrive by 6:45 pm to secure space. Teams of four or less are encouraged.
This event is in the "High School" group. This event is in the "College and Young Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult 50+" group. Jun 3 2024 Mon How Money Works: The Migration of Women's Wealth 7:00pm - 8:30pm Registration This event is in the "High School" group. This event is in the "College and Young Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult 50+" group. Jun 3 2024 Mon How Money Works: The Migration of Women's Wealth 7:00pm - 8:30pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: North and South Meeting Rooms Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Business/Financial, Class, World on the Move Registration Required Seats Remaining: 50 Details: Mary Ann Galicia and Sheryl Mercedes from HowMoneyWorks will discuss how women can overcome financial challenges and experience greater financial security and independence. For adults and middle/high school students. Special Notes Food allergies The library cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
This event is in the "Youth" group. Jun 4 2024 Tue Storytime in the Park 10:30am - 11:00am This event is in the "Youth" group. Jun 4 2024 Tue Storytime in the Park 10:30am - 11:00am Location: Lake Ellyn Park Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytime Storytime in the Park Come out to your favorite neighborhood parks for songs, rhymes and stories. Don’t forget to bring a blanket and bug spray! For kids of all ages and their grownups. Special Notes Accessibility The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Promotion Adults and children may be photographed and videotaped by library staff or their representatives in the course of library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in library publicity. If you have a concern about this policy, please contact library staff. Weather Permitting Outdoor programs may be cancelled in case of rain or other unfavorable conditions. If you have registered and the program is cancelled, you will be notified by phone. Otherwise, check our social media for weather-related updates. Bring your grownup This program is designed for children and their grownups. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs are not allowed.
This event is in the "Middle School" group. Jun 4 2024 Tue Song Share 3:00pm - 4:00pm This event is in the "Middle School" group. Jun 4 2024 Tue Song Share 3:00pm - 4:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Middle School Program Type: Social Details: Share your love of vinyl records with fellow music lovers. Bring in an album or two and spin a few tracks for the group. For grades 6-8 (with or without vinyl to share).
This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult 50+" group. Jun 4 2024 Tue Dementia Support Group 3:30pm - 4:30pm This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult 50+" group. Jun 4 2024 Tue Dementia Support Group 3:30pm - 4:30pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: North Meeting Room Age Group: Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Social Details: LaVon K. Lenaway, Dementia Care Educator, will lead an open support group for caregivers to connect with others and share experiences about providing care for someone with memory impairment. Special Notes Food allergies The library cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
This event is in the "High School" group. This event is in the "College and Young Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult 50+" group. Jun 4 2024 Tue The Hidden Gifts of Visual Thinkers with Dr. Temple Grandin 7:00pm - 8:00pm Virtual Event This event is in the "High School" group. This event is in the "College and Young Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult 50+" group. Jun 4 2024 Tue The Hidden Gifts of Visual Thinkers with Dr. Temple Grandin 7:00pm - 8:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Virtual Program Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Special Event Illinois Libraries Present This event is made possible by Illinois Libraries Present, a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering high-quality events. Illinois Libraries Present is committed to inclusion and accessibility. To request accommodations, please email illinoislibrariespresent@gmail.com. Illinois Libraries Present is funded in part by a grant awarded by the Illinois State Library, a Department of the Office for the Secretary of State, using funds provided by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services, under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA). Details:
This event is in the "Youth" group. Jun 5 2024 Wed Storytime in the Park 10:30am - 11:00am This event is in the "Youth" group. Jun 5 2024 Wed Storytime in the Park 10:30am - 11:00am Location: Co-Op Park Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytime Storytime in the Park Come out to your favorite neighborhood parks for songs, rhymes and stories. Don’t forget to bring a blanket and bug spray! For kids of all ages and their grownups. Special Notes Accessibility The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Promotion Adults and children may be photographed and videotaped by library staff or their representatives in the course of library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in library publicity. If you have a concern about this policy, please contact library staff. Weather Permitting Outdoor programs may be cancelled in case of rain or other unfavorable conditions. If you have registered and the program is cancelled, you will be notified by phone. Otherwise, check our social media for weather-related updates. Bring your grownup This program is designed for children and their grownups. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs are not allowed.
This event is in the "Middle School" group. Jun 5 2024 Wed Welcome to The Middle 11:00am - 1:00pm This event is in the "Middle School" group. Jun 5 2024 Wed Welcome to The Middle 11:00am - 1:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: The Middle Age Group: Middle School Program Type: Social Details: The Middle is a space on the 1st floor of the library just for middle school students. The Middle has board and video games and it's a great place to meet up. Stop by to enjoy pizza and other treats. For students entering grade 6. Special Notes Accessibility The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Food allergies The library cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group. Jun 5 2024 Wed Social Hour for Adults 50+ 2:30pm - 4:00pm This event is in the "Adult 50+" group. Jun 5 2024 Wed Social Hour for Adults 50+ 2:30pm - 4:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: North and South Meeting Rooms Age Group: Adult 50+ Program Type: Social Social Hour for Adults 50+ Join neighbors to socialize while completing puzzles, playing card and board games, or working on coloring crafts. Light refreshments will be provided. Special Notes Food allergies The library cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Middle School" group. Jun 5 2024 Wed Explore with Circuits 3:00pm - 4:00pm Registration This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Middle School" group. Jun 5 2024 Wed Explore with Circuits 3:00pm - 4:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth, Middle School Program Type: Computers & Technology, STEAM Registration Required Seats Remaining: 8 Details: Learn about and then paint with circuits. Prior month's attendance is not necessary. For grades 3-8. Special Notes Accessibility The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Promotion Adults and children may be photographed and videotaped by library staff or their representatives in the course of library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in library publicity. If you have a concern about this policy, please contact library staff.
This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Middle School" group. Jun 5 2024 Wed Explore with Circuits 4:30pm - 5:30pm Registration This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Middle School" group. Jun 5 2024 Wed Explore with Circuits 4:30pm - 5:30pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth, Middle School Program Type: Computers & Technology, STEAM Registration Required Seats Remaining: 8 Details: Learn about and then paint with circuits. Prior month's attendance is not necessary. For grades 3-8. Special Notes Accessibility The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Promotion Adults and children may be photographed and videotaped by library staff or their representatives in the course of library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in library publicity. If you have a concern about this policy, please contact library staff.
This event is in the "Adult" group. Jun 5 2024 Wed Declutter Your Photo Life 6:30pm - 7:30pm Registration This event is in the "Adult" group. Jun 5 2024 Wed Declutter Your Photo Life 6:30pm - 7:30pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: North and South Meeting Rooms Age Group: Adult Program Type: Class Registration Required Seats Remaining: 40 Details: Learn a five-step process to organize your photos from photo-organizing expert and best-selling author Adam Pratt.
This event is in the "Youth" group. Jun 6 2024 Thu Storytime in the Park 10:30am - 11:00am This event is in the "Youth" group. Jun 6 2024 Thu Storytime in the Park 10:30am - 11:00am Location: Newton Park Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytime Storytime in the Park Come out to your favorite neighborhood parks for songs, rhymes and stories. Don’t forget to bring a blanket and bug spray! For kids of all ages and their grownups. Special Notes Accessibility The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Promotion Adults and children may be photographed and videotaped by library staff or their representatives in the course of library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in library publicity. If you have a concern about this policy, please contact library staff. Weather Permitting Outdoor programs may be cancelled in case of rain or other unfavorable conditions. If you have registered and the program is cancelled, you will be notified by phone. Otherwise, check our social media for weather-related updates. Bring your grownup This program is designed for children and their grownups. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs are not allowed.