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This event is in the "High School" group

High School Craft Series

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
High School Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
High School

Participate in a craft after school.  

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: High School Room
Age Group: High School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Details:

Participate in a craft after school.  

This event is in the "Youth" group

Tiny Tea Party

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Youth

Join us for stories, songs, light refreshments, and fancy fun!  Fifteen name tags (children only). For birth-pre-k and their grownups.

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Details:

Join us for stories, songs, light refreshments, and fancy fun!  Fifteen name tags (children only). For birth-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.

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.

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

Tiny Tea Party

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Youth

Join us for stories, songs, light refreshments, and fancy fun!  Fifteen name tags (children only). For birth-pre-k and their grownups.

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Details:

Join us for stories, songs, light refreshments, and fancy fun!  Fifteen name tags (children only). For birth-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.

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.

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

Gotta Paint 'Em All

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth

Fill your Pokedex with hand painted treasures! Snacks and sips provided. For grades k-2

Registration Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Details:

Fill your Pokedex with hand painted treasures! Snacks and sips provided. 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.

This event is in the "Youth" group

Gotta Paint 'Em All

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth

Fill your Pokedex with hand painted treasures! Snacks and sips provided. For grades 3-5 

Registration Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Details:

Fill your Pokedex with hand painted treasures! Snacks and sips provided. 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.

This event is in the "Youth" group

Nature Storytime

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Youth

A guest presenter from The Morton Arboretum will share fun nature stories that highlight how weather, trees, and animals change with the seasons. Twenty name tags (children only). For age 2-6 and their grownups.

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Details:

A guest presenter from The Morton Arboretum will share fun nature stories that highlight how weather, trees, and animals change with the seasons. Twenty name tags (children only). For age 2-6 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.

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

Family Craft Night

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth

Drop in to create a masterpiece together as a family. For adults and kids of all ages.

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Details:

Drop in to create a masterpiece together as a family. For adults and kids of all ages.

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.

This event is in the "Youth" group

Craftapalooza: Holiday Edition

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth

Drop in to paint, stamp, weave, glue, and tape your way through amazing holiday crafts! For grades 2-4.   

Registration Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Details:

Drop in to paint, stamp, weave, glue, and tape your way through amazing holiday crafts! For grades 2-4.   

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.

Celebration of Culture

These events acknowledge holidays and other occasions that are valued in our community.

By including these days, we hope that you

  • see your diversity mirrored on our calendar
  • feel like we are taking your beliefs and observances into account with our programming
  • become aware of occasions valued by other members of the community
  • appreciate the diversity of our community

This effort, as well as others to come, are the result of our participation in the Glen Ellyn DEI Project meetings and listening sessions. The library is committed to furthering our commitment to understanding and meeting the needs of our community. 

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

Create Kindness

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Volunteer
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School

Crochet or knit an item to donate to the Community Cupboard. Supplies and instruction available. Beginners welcome! Volunteer hours can be awarded.

Registration Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Middle School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Volunteer
Registration Required
Details:

Crochet or knit an item to donate to the Community Cupboard. Supplies and instruction available. Beginners welcome! Volunteer hours can be awarded.

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.

This event is in the "Youth" group

Nature Storytime

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Youth

A guest presenter from The Morton Arboretum will share fun nature stories that highlight how weather, trees, and animals change with the seasons. Twenty name tags (children only). For age 2-6 and their grownups.

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Details:

A guest presenter from The Morton Arboretum will share fun nature stories that highlight how weather, trees, and animals change with the seasons. Twenty name tags (children only). For age 2-6 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.

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

High School Craft Series

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
High School Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
High School

Participate in a craft after school.  

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: High School Room
Age Group: High School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Details:

Participate in a craft after school.  

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

Craft Group

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
North and South Meeting Rooms at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Craft Group:

Work on your current project with other crafters or start a new project! Guest facilitators will provide a limited number of craft starter-kits. Light refreshments provided.

Make recycled-book art with DuPage Art League.

Registration Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: North and South Meeting Rooms
Age Group: College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Details:

Craft Group

Work on your current project with other crafters or start a new project! Guest facilitators will provide a limited number of craft starter-kits. Light refreshments provided.

Make recycled-book art with DuPage Art League.

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.

This event is in the "Middle School" group

Creative Kits

All Day
The Middle at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Middle School

Grab a free kit and get creative. Each kit includes all the supplies and instructions for a simple project. Pick one up in the Middle while supplies last.

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: The Middle
Age Group: Middle School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Details:

Grab a free kit and get creative. Each kit includes all the supplies and instructions for a simple project. Pick one up in the Middle while supplies last.

Special Notes

Kit Only

Pick up your kit for this do-it-yourself activity on the event date!

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

Artist Reception

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
2nd Floor of the Library at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Social
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Artist Reception:

Stop by the library for a meet-and-greet honoring the month’s Gallery Wall artist.

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor of the Library
Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Social

Artist Reception

Stop by the library for a meet-and-greet honoring the month’s Gallery Wall artist.

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

Craft Group

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
2nd Floor West Window at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
America 250, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Craft Group:

Work on your current project with other crafters or start a new project! Guest facilitators will provide a limited number of craft starter-kits. Light refreshments provided.

This month's craft: Scrapbooking

Registration Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor West Window
Age Group: College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: America 250, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Details:

Craft Group

Work on your current project with other crafters or start a new project! Guest facilitators will provide a limited number of craft starter-kits. Light refreshments provided.

This month's craft: Scrapbooking

This event is in the "Youth" group

Family Craft Night

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth

Drop in to create a masterpiece together as a family. For adults and kids of all ages.

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Details:

Drop in to create a masterpiece together as a family. For adults and kids of all ages.

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.

This event is in the "High School" group

High School Craft Series

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
2nd Floor West Window at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
High School
Registration Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor West Window
Age Group: High School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
This event is in the "Youth" group

National Treasures

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
America 250, Arts & Crafts, Play and Learn Together, STEAM
Age Group:
Youth

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. 

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.

This event is in the "Youth" group

Krafty Kids

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth

Monthly craft & after school snack. For grades K-2nd. 

Registration Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Details:

Monthly craft & after school snack. For grades K-2nd. 

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.

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

KPop Demon Hunters Party

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School

We're goin' up, up, up! Drop in to help us strengthen the Honmoon by singing along to your favorite movie tracks while designing your own emblem and sampling Korean snacks. Costumes encouraged. For K-grade 8.

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Middle School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Details:

We're goin' up, up, up! Drop in to help us strengthen the Honmoon by singing along to your favorite movie tracks while designing your own emblem and sampling Korean snacks. Costumes encouraged. For K-grade 8.

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.

This event is in the "Middle School" group

Creative Kits

All Day
The Middle at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Middle School

Grab a free kit and get creative. Each kit includes all the supplies and instructions for a simple project. Pick one up in the Middle while supplies last.

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: The Middle
Age Group: Middle School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Details:

Grab a free kit and get creative. Each kit includes all the supplies and instructions for a simple project. Pick one up in the Middle while supplies last.

Special Notes

Kit Only

Pick up your kit for this do-it-yourself activity on the event date!

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group

KPop Demon Hunters Party

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School

We're goin' up, up, up! Drop in to help us strengthen the Honmoon by singing along to your favorite movie tracks while designing your own emblem and sampling Korean snacks. Costumes encouraged. For K-grade 8.

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Middle School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Details:

We're goin' up, up, up! Drop in to help us strengthen the Honmoon by singing along to your favorite movie tracks while designing your own emblem and sampling Korean snacks. Costumes encouraged. For K-grade 8.

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.

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group

KPop Demon Hunters Party

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School

We're goin' up, up, up! Drop in to help us strengthen the Honmoon by singing along to your favorite movie tracks while designing your own emblem and sampling Korean snacks. Costumes encouraged. For K-grade 8.   

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Middle School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Details:

We're goin' up, up, up! Drop in to help us strengthen the Honmoon by singing along to your favorite movie tracks while designing your own emblem and sampling Korean snacks. Costumes encouraged. For K-grade 8.   

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.

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

Artist Reception

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
2nd Floor of the Library at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Social
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Artist Reception:

Stop by the library for a meet-and-greet honoring the month’s Gallery Wall artist.

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor of the Library
Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Social

Artist Reception

Stop by the library for a meet-and-greet honoring the month’s Gallery Wall artist.