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Let's Play Dungeons and Dragons

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Shakespeare Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Class, Social
Age Group:
Middle School, High School
Registration Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Shakespeare Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Class, Social
Registration Required

Thursday Evening Book Club

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Shakespeare Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Thursday Evening Book Club:

Copies of book discussion titles are available at the Adult Desk, or you can request a copy for pick up at the drive-up window by calling the Adult Desk at 630-790-6630 or emailing...

The Devil in the White City By Erik Larson

Registration Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Shakespeare Room
Age Group: College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Book Discussion
Registration Required
Details:

Thursday Evening Book Club

Copies of book discussion titles are available at the Adult Desk, or you can request a copy for pick up at the drive-up window by calling the Adult Desk at 630-790-6630 or emailing reference@gepl.org. 

The Devil in the White City By Erik Larson

Storytime at Sensory Garden Playground

Friday, May 15, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Adaptive, Storytime
Age Group:
Youth

Come out to Sensory Garden Playground for songs, rhymes and stories. Don’t forget to bring a blanket and bug spray! For kids of all ages and their grownups.  

Offsite Event
Location: Off Site
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Adaptive, Storytime
Details:

Come out to Sensory Garden Playground 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 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.

Friends Used Book Sale

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 9:00am - 2:00pm
Basement - Friends Area at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Volunteer
Age Group:
High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Friends Used Book Sale:

Purchase quality, gently-used books at discount prices from the Friends of the Library. For sales that take place in the Basement Friends Area, please take the elevator t...

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Basement - Friends Area
Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Volunteer

Friends Used Book Sale

Purchase quality, gently-used books at discount prices from the Friends of the Library. 

For sales that take place in the Basement Friends Area, please take the elevator to the basement of the library.

Plant Exchange and Soil Demonstration

Sunday, May 17, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Picnic Tables near the Library Parking Lot at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Class, Social
Age Group:
High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+

Jump start your garden! Trade small seedlings, garden veggies, flowers, and houseplants for other plants. A member from Sustain DuPage will do a soil demonstration showing what ingredients go into a peat-free seed mix. 

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Picnic Tables near the Library Parking Lot
Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Class, Social
Details:

Jump start your garden! Trade small seedlings, garden veggies, flowers, and houseplants for other plants. A member from Sustain DuPage will do a soil demonstration showing what ingredients go into a peat-free seed mix. 

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 the library's social media for weather-related updates.

Metropolitan Family Services

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
North and South Meeting Rooms at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+

Learn about local community services. A new resource center will be highlighted each month. 

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

Learn about local community services. A new resource center will be highlighted each month. 

Make and Take: 3D-Printed Propagation Vase

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
The Workshop at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Maker
Age Group:
High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Make and Take:

Staff-led program to use makerspace equipment to make a specific item to take home. Please see Helpful Computer Skills for Maker Projects.

Use the 3D printer and TinkerCad to design a vase that hangs on your fridge to cultivate plant specimens!

Registration Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: The Workshop
Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Maker
Registration Required
Details:

Make and Take

Staff-led program to use makerspace equipment to make a specific item to take home. Please see Helpful Computer Skills for Maker Projects.

Use the 3D printer and TinkerCad to design a vase that hangs on your fridge to cultivate plant specimens!

Special Notes

Helpful Computer Skills for Maker Projects

Most maker projects require a design file that is uploaded to the software that runs the equipment. For this reason, the following skills are very helpful. 

  • Ability to use a keyboard to copy and paste 

  • Ability to use a mouse to double-click and left-click, click-and-drag and highlight text, and scroll 

  • Ability to navigate file directories, open and rename files 

  • Knowledge of how to use a flash drive 

  • Patience using a computer for up to an hour 

DigitalLearn.org is a great resource for anyone who would like to enhance their computer skills. The library's goal is for programs to be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please call 630-469-0879 or email reference@gepl.org. 

Maker Program

Supplies provided. Maker programs are available to Glen Ellyn Public Library cardholders. 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 age 18 must have a parent or legal guardian sign the agreement on their behalf.

Make and Take: 3D-Printed Propagation Vase

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
The Workshop at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Maker
Age Group:
High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Make and Take:

Staff-led program to use makerspace equipment to make a specific item to take home. Please see Helpful Computer Skills for Maker Projects.

Use the 3D printer and TinkerCad to design a vase that hangs on your fridge to cultivate plant specimens!

Registration Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: The Workshop
Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Maker
Registration Required
Details:

Make and Take

Staff-led program to use makerspace equipment to make a specific item to take home. Please see Helpful Computer Skills for Maker Projects.

Use the 3D printer and TinkerCad to design a vase that hangs on your fridge to cultivate plant specimens!

Special Notes

Helpful Computer Skills for Maker Projects

Most maker projects require a design file that is uploaded to the software that runs the equipment. For this reason, the following skills are very helpful. 

  • Ability to use a keyboard to copy and paste 

  • Ability to use a mouse to double-click and left-click, click-and-drag and highlight text, and scroll 

  • Ability to navigate file directories, open and rename files 

  • Knowledge of how to use a flash drive 

  • Patience using a computer for up to an hour 

DigitalLearn.org is a great resource for anyone who would like to enhance their computer skills. The library's goal is for programs to be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please call 630-469-0879 or email reference@gepl.org. 

Maker Program

Supplies provided. Maker programs are available to Glen Ellyn Public Library cardholders. 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 age 18 must have a parent or legal guardian sign the agreement on their behalf.

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Board Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Volunteer
Age Group:
Adult
Library Board of Trustees Meeting:

The Library Board of Trustees meets on the third Monday of each month.

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Volunteer

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

The Library Board of Trustees meets on the third Monday of each month.

Babel-On with R.F. Kuang

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Program at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Illinois Libraries Present:

Illinois Libraries Present (ILP) Season 5 is an initiative of the Illinois Library Association (ILA) and a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering premier events.&n...

Reserve Your Spot Here

Virtual Event
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Virtual Program
Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Special Event
Details:

Illinois Libraries Present

Illinois Libraries Present (ILP) Season 5 is an initiative of the Illinois Library Association (ILA) and a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering premier events. 

This event is made possible by ILA-ILP and its member libraries, and in part funded by a grant awarded by the Illinois State Library, a department of the Office of 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).

Reserve Your Spot Here

Toddler Artists

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth

Listen to a story and create seasonal art. For birth-3 years and their grownups.

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

Listen to a story and create seasonal art. For birth-3 years 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.

Toddler Artists

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth

Listen to a story and create seasonal art. For birth-3 years and their grownups.

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

Listen to a story and create seasonal art. For birth-3 years 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.

Social Hour for Adults 50+

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
North and South Meeting Rooms at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Social
Age Group:
Adult 50+
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.  

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.  

Global Taste Test

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Shakespeare Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Class
Age Group:
High School

Taste and rate snacks provided by Universal Yums from countries around the world!

Registration Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Shakespeare Room
Age Group: High School
Program Type: Class
Registration Required
Details:

Taste and rate snacks provided by Universal Yums from countries around the world!

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.

Imagination Nation

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Play and Learn Together
Age Group:
Youth

Gather for a shared story then engage in imaginative play based on the book of the month. For pre-k and their grownups. 

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Play and Learn Together
Details:

Gather for a shared story then engage in imaginative play based on the book of the month. 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.

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.

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.

Craft Group

Thursday, May 21, 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: Glass terrariums

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: Glass terrariums

Library Closed for Memorial Day

All Day
Glen Ellyn Public Library

The library building, including the drive-up window, The Cafe, and The Workshop, will be closed to celebrate the Memorial Day holiday.In 1868, Commander in Chief John A. Logan of t...

Closing
Branches:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Description:

The library building, including the drive-up window, The Cafe, and The Workshop, will be closed to celebrate the Memorial Day holiday.

High School Craft Series

Tuesday, May 26, 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

National Treasures

Tuesday, May 26, 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.

Digital E-Resources

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
North and South Meeting Rooms at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Class, Computers & Technology
Age Group:
High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+

Learn how to enjoy thousands of free digital books, audiobooks, magazines, movies, TV shows, and documentaries with your library card! 

Registration Required
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, Computers & Technology
Registration Required
Details:

Learn how to enjoy thousands of free digital books, audiobooks, magazines, movies, TV shows, and documentaries with your library card! 

Social Hour for Adults 50+

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
North and South Meeting Rooms at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Social
Age Group:
Adult 50+
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.  

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.  

Krafty Kids

Wednesday, May 27, 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.

Equipment Basics: Sewing Machine

Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
The Workshop at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Maker
Age Group:
High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Equipment Basics:

Staff-led program to learn basic skills using a piece of equipment by working on a beginner-level project. Please see Helpful Computer Skills for Maker Projects.

Registration Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: The Workshop
Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Maker
Registration Required

Equipment Basics

Staff-led program to learn basic skills using a piece of equipment by working on a beginner-level project. Please see Helpful Computer Skills for Maker Projects.

Special Notes

Maker Program

Supplies provided. Maker programs are available to Glen Ellyn Public Library cardholders. 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 age 18 must have a parent or legal guardian sign the agreement on their behalf.

Birthday Party for America 250

Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Throughout the Library at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
America 250, Special Event
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+

Join community members of all ages for activities and light refreshments to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. 

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Throughout the Library
Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: America 250, Special Event
Details:

Join community members of all ages for activities and light refreshments to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.