Smart Starts

10:00am–11:00am
Youth
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: 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.

The Slow Churn of “What Now?” and “What Next?” as a Family Caregiver

2:00pm–3:30pm
Adult, Adult 50+
Registration Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: North and South Meeting Rooms
Age Group: Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Dementia Friendly
Registration Required
Details:

It all starts with a sneaking suspicion of something different or something changed in a loved one. From there, the questions and curiosities don’t stop.

High School Craft Series

3:00pm–4:00pm
High School
Registration Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor West Window
Age Group: High School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required

*250* National Treasures

4:00pm–5:00pm
Youth
Registration Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: America 250, Arts & Crafts, Play and Learn Together, STEAM
Registration Required
Details:

From amber waves of grain to purple mountain majesties, celebrate the wonders of America's National Parks with hands-on nature-based activities, scientific explorations, and crafts. For grades 3-5. 

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.

College Admissions Essentials from “The College Essay Guy”

7:00pm–8:00pm
High School, College and Young Adult, Adult
Virtual Event
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.

While overall college acceptance rates may be increasing, competition for selective schools remains intense.