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This event is in the "Middle School" group.

Machine-Embroidered Keychain for Grades 6-8

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
The Workshop at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Maker
Age Group:
Middle School
Details:

Learn machine embroidery basics while making a stylish accessory for your keys or backpack. 

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: The Workshop
Age Group: Middle School
Program Type: Maker
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
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.

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.

Together Time

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth
Together Time:

Dynamic session promoting child and grownup bonding through creating, singing, playing, and sharing stories together. Twenty name tags (children only). For kids of all ages and the...

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime

Together Time

Dynamic session promoting child and grownup bonding through creating, singing, playing, and sharing stories together. Twenty name tags (children only). For kids of all ages and their grownups.

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.

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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.

Together Time

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth
Together Time:

Dynamic session promoting child and grownup bonding through creating, singing, playing, and sharing stories together. Twenty name tags (children only). For kids of all ages and the...

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime

Together Time

Dynamic session promoting child and grownup bonding through creating, singing, playing, and sharing stories together. Twenty name tags (children only). For kids of all ages and their grownups.

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.

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.

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
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 "Youth" group.

Bluestem Book Club

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Youth
Details:

Preview a Bluestem book each month while eating pizza supplied by the library. Listen to the first chapter of the book and then participate in a fun activity. Please register for e...

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Book Discussion
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Details:

Preview a Bluestem book each month while eating pizza supplied by the library. Listen to the first chapter of the book and then participate in a fun activity. Please register for each month separately. Best for grades 3-5.

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.

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 "College and Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.

Passports 101

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
North and South Meeting Rooms at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Class
Age Group:
College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Details:

Learn how to avoid scams when you apply for a US passport, the differences between passport application forms, and what information to have on hand when you travel.  

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: North and South Meeting Rooms
Age Group: College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Class
Details:

Learn how to avoid scams when you apply for a US passport, the differences between passport application forms, and what information to have on hand when you travel. 
 

This event is in the "Youth" group.

Together Time

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth
Together Time:

Dynamic session promoting child and grownup bonding through creating, singing, playing, and sharing stories together. Twenty name tags (children only). For kids of all ages and the...

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime

Together Time

Dynamic session promoting child and grownup bonding through creating, singing, playing, and sharing stories together. Twenty name tags (children only). For kids of all ages and their grownups.

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.

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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.

Together Time

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth
Together Time:

Dynamic session promoting child and grownup bonding through creating, singing, playing, and sharing stories together. Twenty name tags (children only). For kids of all ages and the...

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime

Together Time

Dynamic session promoting child and grownup bonding through creating, singing, playing, and sharing stories together. Twenty name tags (children only). For kids of all ages and their grownups.

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.

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.

This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.

Social Hour for Adults 50+

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 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.  

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

Scratch Coding

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, STEAM
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School
Details:

Complete a fun computer based Scratch coding project. Please register for each program separately. Prior attendance is not necessary. For grades 3-8. 

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Middle School
Program Type: Computers & Technology, STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Details:

Complete a fun computer based Scratch coding project. Please register for each program separately. Prior attendance is not necessary. For grades 3-8.

 

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.

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.
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
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
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 "Middle School" group.

Taste Test Challenge

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Social
Age Group:
Middle School
Details:

Challenge your taste buds with a blind taste test. For grades 6-8.3/20: Pop Tarts4/17: Cereal5/15: Pringles

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Middle School
Program Type: Social
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Details:

Challenge your taste buds with a blind taste test. For grades 6-8.

3/20: Pop Tarts

4/17: Cereal

5/15: Pringles

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.
This event is in the "Youth" group.

Style Your Stanley

Friday, April 18, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth
Details:

You supply the tumbler; we supply the fun! Customize your favorite water bottle with stickers, gems, and charms. All water bottles welcome.

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Details:

You supply the tumbler; we supply the fun! Customize your favorite water bottle with stickers, gems, and charms. All water bottles welcome.

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.

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.

Style Your Stanley

Friday, April 18, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Middle School
Details:

You supply the tumbler; we supply the fun! Customize your favorite water bottle with stickers, gems, and charms. All water bottles welcome.

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Middle School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Details:

You supply the tumbler; we supply the fun! Customize your favorite water bottle with stickers, gems, and charms. All water bottles welcome.

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.

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.
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
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.

Library Closed for Easter

All Day
Glen Ellyn Public Library

The library building (including the drive-up window and The Cafe) will be closed for Easter. Easter is a Christian holiday that celebrates the belief in the resurrection of Jesu...

Closing
Branches:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Description:

The library building (including the drive-up window and The Cafe) will be closed for Easter.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.

Tech Help One-on-One

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 9:00am - 9:45am
Pearl Buck at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Adult, Adult 50+
Tech Help One-on-One:

Get hands-on instruction with your tablet, smartphone, or laptop to learn how to operate your device or get Microsoft, Apple, or Google platform software help in a 45-minute one-on...

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Pearl Buck
Age Group: Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 1

Tech Help One-on-One

Get hands-on instruction with your tablet, smartphone, or laptop to learn how to operate your device or get Microsoft, Apple, or Google platform software help in a 45-minute one-on-one appointment with library staff. To request a day and time that better suits your schedule, please contact Beth Clower.

This event is in the "Youth" group.

Book Babies

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth
Details:

Bring baby for rhymes, songs, and playtime with other babies. Fifteen name tags (children only). For birth up to 24 months and their grownups.

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime
Details:

Bring baby for rhymes, songs, and playtime with other babies. Fifteen name tags (children only). For birth up to 24 months and their grownups.

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.

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.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.

Tech Help One-on-One

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 9:45am - 10:30am
Pearl Buck at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Adult, Adult 50+
Tech Help One-on-One:

Get hands-on instruction with your tablet, smartphone, or laptop to learn how to operate your device or get Microsoft, Apple, or Google platform software help in a 45-minute one-on...

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Pearl Buck
Age Group: Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 1

Tech Help One-on-One

Get hands-on instruction with your tablet, smartphone, or laptop to learn how to operate your device or get Microsoft, Apple, or Google platform software help in a 45-minute one-on-one appointment with library staff. To request a day and time that better suits your schedule, please contact Beth Clower.

This event is in the "Youth" group.

Book Babies

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth
Details:

Bring baby for rhymes, songs, and playtime with other babies. Fifteen name tags (children only). For birth up to 24 months and their grownups.

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime
Details:

Bring baby for rhymes, songs, and playtime with other babies. Fifteen name tags (children only). For birth up to 24 months and their grownups.

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.

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.

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
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 "College and Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Board Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Volunteer
Age Group:
College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
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: College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Volunteer

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

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

This event is in the "Youth" group.

Earth Week Storytime in the Park

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Maryknoll Park
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Youth
Details:

Honor Earth Day with the Glen Ellyn Park District and the Glen Ellyn Public Library at a storytime in the park. Listen to stories and participate in activities that focus on caring...

Location: Maryknoll Park
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Details:

Honor Earth Day with the Glen Ellyn Park District and the Glen Ellyn Public Library at a storytime in the park. Listen to stories and participate in activities that focus on caring for the Earth.