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. Guitar for Beginners Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm North and South Meeting Rooms at Glen Ellyn Public Library Program Type: Class Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Guitar for Beginners: Learn guitar basics from guitarist John Wolaver in an eight-week session in a friendly group setting. Please bring your own guitar. Optionally, participate in a Guitar Performance ... Required 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. Mar 19 2025 Wed Guitar for Beginners 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: Class Required Seats Remaining: 20 Guitar for Beginners Learn guitar basics from guitarist John Wolaver in an eight-week session in a friendly group setting. Please bring your own guitar. Optionally, participate in a Guitar Performance after the session ends. For age 16 and up.
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. Rock Your Socks: Sock Hop Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library Program Type: Play and Learn Together Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Details: On the eve of World Down Syndrome Day, wear fun, mismatched socks and get your groove on in this old school sock hop! Dance the night away and finish with a snack and a craft.... Required 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. Mar 20 2025 Thu Rock Your Socks: Sock Hop 6:00pm - 7:00pm 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: Play and Learn Together Required Seats Remaining: 24 Details: On the eve of World Down Syndrome Day, wear fun, mismatched socks and get your groove on in this old school sock hop! Dance the night away and finish with a snack and a craft. For all ages. 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. 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. 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. 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. Laser-Engraved Garden Markers Monday, March 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm The Workshop at Glen Ellyn Public Library Program Type: Maker Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Details: Learn basic laser engraving techniques to create custom garden markers, preparing your garden for spring with personalized designs. Required 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. Mar 24 2025 Mon Laser-Engraved Garden Markers 6:00pm - 8:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: The Workshop Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Maker Required Seats Remaining: 10 Details: Learn basic laser engraving techniques to create custom garden markers, preparing your garden for spring with personalized designs. 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. Maker Program Supplies provided. Maker programs are available to Glen Ellyn Public Library cardholders. To help ensure that maker programs are available to everyone, Glen Ellyn Public Library cardholders will be eligible to register for one maker program per person per month. Maker program registration begins 30 days prior to the event.To use The Workshop, visitors must complete, sign, and date the Makerspace Use Agreement and Waiver and Release of Liability. Visitors under 18 years of age must have a parent or legal guardian sign the agreement on their behalf.
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. Guitar for Beginners Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm North and South Meeting Rooms at Glen Ellyn Public Library Program Type: Class Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Guitar for Beginners: Learn guitar basics from guitarist John Wolaver in an eight-week session in a friendly group setting. Please bring your own guitar. Optionally, participate in a Guitar Performance ... Required 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. Mar 26 2025 Wed Guitar for Beginners 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: Class Required Seats Remaining: 20 Guitar for Beginners Learn guitar basics from guitarist John Wolaver in an eight-week session in a friendly group setting. Please bring your own guitar. Optionally, participate in a Guitar Performance after the session ends. For age 16 and up.
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. Sublimated Tote Bags Monday, March 31, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm The Workshop at Glen Ellyn Public Library Program Type: Maker Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Details: Learn the basics of sublimation printing while personalizing a tote bag with your own unique and vibrant design. Required 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. Mar 31 2025 Mon Sublimated Tote Bags 6:00pm - 8:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: The Workshop Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Maker Required Seats Remaining: 10 Details: Learn the basics of sublimation printing while personalizing a tote bag with your own unique and vibrant design. 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. Maker Program Supplies provided. Maker programs are available to Glen Ellyn Public Library cardholders. To help ensure that maker programs are available to everyone, Glen Ellyn Public Library cardholders will be eligible to register for one maker program per person per month. Maker program registration begins 30 days prior to the event.To use The Workshop, visitors must complete, sign, and date the Makerspace Use Agreement and Waiver and Release of Liability. Visitors under 18 years of age must have a parent or legal guardian sign the agreement on their behalf.
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. Puzzle Race Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library Program Type: Games & Video Gaming Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Details: Test your puzzle speed in a timed competition! Complete a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle as a team of two to four people or get closest within two hours to win! One registration per team.... Required 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. Apr 1 2025 Tue Puzzle Race 1:00pm - 3:00pm 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: Games & Video Gaming Required Seats Remaining: 10 Details: Test your puzzle speed in a timed competition! Complete a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle as a team of two to four people or get closest within two hours to win! One registration per team. Light refreshments provided. For age 8 and up with an adult.
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. Guitar for Beginners Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm North and South Meeting Rooms at Glen Ellyn Public Library Program Type: Class Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Guitar for Beginners: Learn guitar basics from guitarist John Wolaver in an eight-week session in a friendly group setting. Please bring your own guitar. Optionally, participate in a Guitar Performance ... Required 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. Apr 2 2025 Wed Guitar for Beginners 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: Class Required Seats Remaining: 20 Guitar for Beginners Learn guitar basics from guitarist John Wolaver in an eight-week session in a friendly group setting. Please bring your own guitar. Optionally, participate in a Guitar Performance after the session ends. For age 16 and up.
This event is in the "High School" group. Reality DuPage: Leave Your Mark Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm North and South Meeting Rooms at Glen Ellyn Public Library Program Type: Social, Volunteer Age Group: High School Details: Develop leadership and advocacy skills and make a positive impact in the community by joining other high school students from DuPage County. Volunteer hours are awarded for partici... Required This event is in the "High School" group. Apr 8 2025 Tue Reality DuPage: Leave Your Mark 5:30pm - 7:30pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: North and South Meeting Rooms Age Group: High School Program Type: Social, Volunteer Required Seats Remaining: 80 Details: Develop leadership and advocacy skills and make a positive impact in the community by joining other high school students from DuPage County. Volunteer hours are awarded for participation. 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.
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. Guitar for Beginners Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm North and South Meeting Rooms at Glen Ellyn Public Library Program Type: Class Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Guitar for Beginners: Learn guitar basics from guitarist John Wolaver in an eight-week session in a friendly group setting. Please bring your own guitar. Optionally, participate in a Guitar Performance ... Required 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. Apr 9 2025 Wed Guitar for Beginners 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: Class Required Seats Remaining: 20 Guitar for Beginners Learn guitar basics from guitarist John Wolaver in an eight-week session in a friendly group setting. Please bring your own guitar. Optionally, participate in a Guitar Performance after the session ends. For age 16 and up.
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. Hokusai Lecture with Diana Martinez Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm North and South Meeting Rooms at Glen Ellyn Public Library Program Type: Special Event Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Details: Diana Martinez will share the background of the Japanese art form known as “Ukiyo-e,” or “floating world images,” in which artists depict an idealized world of grandeur, class, wit... Required 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. Apr 10 2025 Thu Hokusai Lecture with Diana Martinez 7:00pm - 8:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: North and South Meeting Rooms Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Special Event Required Seats Remaining: 50 Details: Diana Martinez will share the background of the Japanese art form known as “Ukiyo-e,” or “floating world images,” in which artists depict an idealized world of grandeur, class, wit, style, and pleasure, created during Japan’s Edo Period (1603-1868 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.
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. The Art of Foraging with Alexis Nikole Nelson Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Virtual Program at Glen Ellyn Public Library Program Type: Special Event Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ 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... Details: Alexis Nikole Nelson is a forager and an outdoor educator using her platforms, TikTok account alexisnikole and Instagram page blackforager, to celebrate all the edible plants hidin... Virtual Event 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. Apr 10 2025 Thu The Art of Foraging with Alexis Nikole Nelson 7:00pm - 8:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Virtual Program Age Group: Youth, Middle School, 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: Alexis Nikole Nelson is a forager and an outdoor educator using her platforms, TikTok account alexisnikole and Instagram page blackforager, to celebrate all the edible plants hiding in plain sight.
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. Machine-Embroidered Keychain Monday, April 14, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm The Workshop at Glen Ellyn Public Library Program Type: Maker Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Details: Learn machine embroidery basics while making a stylish accessory for your keys or backpack. Required 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. Apr 14 2025 Mon Machine-Embroidered Keychain 10:00am - 12:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: The Workshop Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Maker Required Seats Remaining: 6 Details: Learn machine embroidery basics while making a stylish accessory for your keys or backpack. 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. Maker Program Supplies provided. Maker programs are available to Glen Ellyn Public Library cardholders. To help ensure that maker programs are available to everyone, Glen Ellyn Public Library cardholders will be eligible to register for one maker program per person per month. Maker program registration begins 30 days prior to the event.To use The Workshop, visitors must complete, sign, and date the Makerspace Use Agreement and Waiver and Release of Liability. Visitors under 18 years of age must have a parent or legal guardian sign the agreement on their behalf.
This event is in the "Middle School" group. This event is in the "High School" group. Poetry for Pancakes Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm North and South Meeting Rooms at Glen Ellyn Public Library Program Type: Performance, Social Age Group: Middle School, High School Details: Get a hot and fresh pancake made by librarians in exchange for performing a piece of poetry or prose. Performed writings can be original or from published works. For grades 6 to 12... Required This event is in the "Middle School" group. This event is in the "High School" group. Apr 15 2025 Tue Poetry for Pancakes 3:30pm - 4:30pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: North and South Meeting Rooms Age Group: Middle School, High School Program Type: Performance, Social Required Seats Remaining: 20 Details: Get a hot and fresh pancake made by librarians in exchange for performing a piece of poetry or prose. Performed writings can be original or from published works. For grades 6 to 12.
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. Emotional Agility: Skills to Navigate Change and Embrace Self-Compassion Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Virtual Program at Glen Ellyn Public Library Program Type: Class Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ 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, a... Details: Equip skills for teens and adults to deal effectively with normal, natural emotions that arise from disappointments by navigating thoughts, feelings, and self-talk that drive caree... 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. Apr 16 2025 Wed Emotional Agility: Skills to Navigate Change and Embrace Self-Compassion 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: Class 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. Details: Equip skills for teens and adults to deal effectively with normal, natural emotions that arise from disappointments by navigating thoughts, feelings, and self-talk that drive careers, relationships, happiness, and health.
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. Guitar for Beginners Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm North and South Meeting Rooms at Glen Ellyn Public Library Program Type: Class Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Guitar for Beginners: Learn guitar basics from guitarist John Wolaver in an eight-week session in a friendly group setting. Please bring your own guitar. Optionally, participate in a Guitar Performance ... Required 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. Apr 16 2025 Wed Guitar for Beginners 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: Class Required Seats Remaining: 20 Guitar for Beginners Learn guitar basics from guitarist John Wolaver in an eight-week session in a friendly group setting. Please bring your own guitar. Optionally, participate in a Guitar Performance after the session ends. For age 16 and up.
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. Machine-Embroidered Keychain Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm The Workshop at Glen Ellyn Public Library Program Type: Maker Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Details: Learn machine embroidery basics while making a stylish accessory for your keys or backpack. Required 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. Apr 19 2025 Sat Machine-Embroidered Keychain 12:00pm - 2:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: The Workshop Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Maker Required Seats Remaining: 6 Details: Learn machine embroidery basics while making a stylish accessory for your keys or backpack. 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. Maker Program Supplies provided. Maker programs are available to Glen Ellyn Public Library cardholders. To help ensure that maker programs are available to everyone, Glen Ellyn Public Library cardholders will be eligible to register for one maker program per person per month. Maker program registration begins 30 days prior to the event.To use The Workshop, visitors must complete, sign, and date the Makerspace Use Agreement and Waiver and Release of Liability. Visitors under 18 years of age must have a parent or legal guardian sign the agreement on their behalf.
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. Machine-Embroidered Keychain Monday, April 21, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm The Workshop at Glen Ellyn Public Library Program Type: Maker Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Details: Learn machine embroidery basics while making a stylish accessory for your keys or backpack. Required 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. Apr 21 2025 Mon Machine-Embroidered Keychain 6:00pm - 8:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: The Workshop Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Maker Required Seats Remaining: 6 Details: Learn machine embroidery basics while making a stylish accessory for your keys or backpack. 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. Maker Program Supplies provided. Maker programs are available to Glen Ellyn Public Library cardholders. To help ensure that maker programs are available to everyone, Glen Ellyn Public Library cardholders will be eligible to register for one maker program per person per month. Maker program registration begins 30 days prior to the event.To use The Workshop, visitors must complete, sign, and date the Makerspace Use Agreement and Waiver and Release of Liability. Visitors under 18 years of age must have a parent or legal guardian sign the agreement on their behalf.
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. Guitar for Beginners Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm North and South Meeting Rooms at Glen Ellyn Public Library Program Type: Class Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Guitar for Beginners: Learn guitar basics from guitarist John Wolaver in an eight-week session in a friendly group setting. Please bring your own guitar. Optionally, participate in a Guitar Performance ... Required 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. Apr 23 2025 Wed Guitar for Beginners 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: Class Required Seats Remaining: 20 Guitar for Beginners Learn guitar basics from guitarist John Wolaver in an eight-week session in a friendly group setting. Please bring your own guitar. Optionally, participate in a Guitar Performance after the session ends. For age 16 and up.
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. Poetry Night Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm North and South Meeting Rooms at Glen Ellyn Public Library Program Type: Performance Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult Details: Perform and enjoy creative writing with special performers from This Girl’s Story. Ages 14-adult. 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. Apr 24 2025 Thu Poetry Night 6:30pm - 8:30pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: North and South Meeting Rooms Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult Program Type: Performance Details: Perform and enjoy creative writing with special performers from This Girl’s Story. Ages 14-adult.
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. Stop Calling them Soft Skills: The Essential Skills Employers Seek Monday, April 28, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Virtual Program at Glen Ellyn Public Library Program Type: Class Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ 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, a... Details: Learn how parents and educators can integrate the development of critical communication competencies alongside teaching ‘hard skills’ in schools and at home.Reserve your Spot 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. Apr 28 2025 Mon Stop Calling them Soft Skills: The Essential Skills Employers Seek 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: Class 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. Details: Learn how parents and educators can integrate the development of critical communication competencies alongside teaching ‘hard skills’ in schools and at home.Reserve your Spot
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. Guitar for Beginners Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm North and South Meeting Rooms at Glen Ellyn Public Library Program Type: Class Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Guitar for Beginners: Learn guitar basics from guitarist John Wolaver in an eight-week session in a friendly group setting. Please bring your own guitar. Optionally, participate in a Guitar Performance ... Required 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. Apr 30 2025 Wed Guitar for Beginners 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: Class Required Seats Remaining: 20 Guitar for Beginners Learn guitar basics from guitarist John Wolaver in an eight-week session in a friendly group setting. Please bring your own guitar. Optionally, participate in a Guitar Performance after the session ends. For age 16 and up.
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. Art and Adventures with Author/Illustrator Dan Santat Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Virtual Program at Glen Ellyn Public Library Program Type: Special Event Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult 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... Details: Dan Santat is the author and illustrator of over a hundred books for young people. Many of his books are New York Times-bestsellers, including The Adventures of Beekle: The Unimagi... Virtual Event 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. May 3 2025 Sat Art and Adventures with Author/Illustrator Dan Santat 2:00pm - 3:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Virtual Program Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult 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: Dan Santat is the author and illustrator of over a hundred books for young people.
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. Plant Exchange Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm Picnic Tables near the Library Parking Lot at Glen Ellyn Public Library Program Type: Class Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Details: Trade houseplants, garden veggies, or flowers of any size for other plants! 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 4 2025 Sun Plant Exchange 2:00pm - 4:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Picnic Tables near the Library Parking Lot Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Class Details: Trade houseplants, garden veggies, or flowers of any size for other plants! Special Notes 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.
This event is in the "High School" group. This event is in the "College and Young Adult" group. Laser-Engraved DIY Dice Trays Monday, May 5, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm The Workshop at Glen Ellyn Public Library Program Type: Maker Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult Details: Construct and engrave your own leather dice tray while learning how to use the laser engraver in The Workshop to create other customized gear for your TTRPG games. Required This event is in the "High School" group. This event is in the "College and Young Adult" group. May 5 2025 Mon Laser-Engraved DIY Dice Trays 4:00pm - 6:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: The Workshop Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult Program Type: Maker Required Seats Remaining: 10 Details: Construct and engrave your own leather dice tray while learning how to use the laser engraver in The Workshop to create other customized gear for your TTRPG games. 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. Maker Program Supplies provided. Maker programs are available to Glen Ellyn Public Library cardholders. To help ensure that maker programs are available to everyone, Glen Ellyn Public Library cardholders will be eligible to register for one maker program per person per month. Maker program registration begins 30 days prior to the event.To use The Workshop, visitors must complete, sign, and date the Makerspace Use Agreement and Waiver and Release of Liability. Visitors under 18 years of age must have a parent or legal guardian sign the agreement on their behalf.
