Smart Starts

10:00am–11:00am
Youth
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Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play and Learn Together

Smart Starts

Drop in for some early-literacy learning and play based on a weekly theme. For pre-k and their grownups.

Special Notes

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure that 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.

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.

Friends Book Sort

10:00am–12:00pm
Adult
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Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Basement - Friends Area
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Volunteer

Friends 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.

Social Hour for Adults 50+

2:30pm–4:00pm
Adult 50+
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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 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.

GEYFCS: Overview of Services

3:00pm–4:00pm
Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
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Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Special Event
Details:

A representative from Glen Ellyn Youth and Family Counseling Services (GEYFCS) will be available to talk about the organization's offerings.

The Artist in You

4:00pm–5:00pm
Youth
Registration Required
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Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play and Learn Together
Registration Required
Details:

Make one-of-a-kind art inspired by famous artists, the world around you, and your own creative spirit! For grades k-2.

Special Notes

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure that 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.

Foundation Meeting

6:30pm–8:30pm
Adult, Adult 50+
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Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Volunteer

Foundation Meeting

The Glen Ellyn Library Foundation meets quarterly.

Restoring Youth: Foster Communication, Conversation and Connection

7:00pm–8:00pm
High School, College and Young Adult, Adult
Virtual Event
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Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Virtual Program
Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Class
Details:

Glenbard Parent Series (GPS)

Join other parents, high school and middle school students, and professionals to learn about issues facing today’s youth. The Glenbard Parent Series engages top experts, parents, and school staff to become proactive and informed in pursuit of the mutual goal to strengthen our communities. Programs are free and open to the public.

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