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Thursday Evening Book Club

Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
North and South Meeting Rooms at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Book Discussion:

Copies of book discussion titles are available on the 2nd floor near the study rooms, or you can request a copy for pick up at the drive-up window by calling the 2nd Floor Informat

Details:

The Warmth of Other Suns by Isabel Wilkerson

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: North and South Meeting Rooms
Age Group: College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Book Discussion
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15

Book Discussion

Copies of book discussion titles are available on the 2nd floor near the study rooms, or you can request a copy for pick up at the drive-up window by calling the 2nd Floor Information Desk at 630-790-6630 or emailing reference@gepl.org.

Details:
The Warmth of Other Suns by Isabel Wilkerson ...

Trivia Night

Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
The Beer Cellar
Program Type:
Social
Age Group:
Adult, Adult 50+
Trivia Night:

Grab some friends or head out by yourself to The Beer Cellar Glen Ellyn for live trivia! For age 21 and up. Please arrive by 6:45 pm to secure space. Teams of four or less are enco

Location: The Beer Cellar
Age Group: Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Social

Trivia Night

Grab some friends or head out by yourself to The Beer Cellar Glen Ellyn for live trivia! For age 21 and up. Please arrive by 6:45 pm to secure space. Teams of four or less are encouraged.

The Moon from Dehradun

Monday, August 12, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Discussion, World on the Move
Age Group:
Youth
Details:

Local author Shirin Shamsi will discuss her book The Moon from Dehradun, which is based on her family's migration from India to Pakistan. Share family stories and participate in an

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Discussion, World on the Move
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Details:
Local author Shirin Shamsi will discuss her book The Moon from Dehradun, which is based on her family's migration from India to Pakistan. Share family stories and participate in an activity. 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.

Smart Starts: Back to School Edition

Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Play and Learn Together
Age Group:
Youth
Details:

Drop-in to sharpen your fine motor skills with back to school themed crafts and activities. For 1st grade and younger with their grownups.  

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Play and Learn Together
Details:
Drop-in to sharpen your fine motor skills with back to school themed crafts and activities. For 1st grade and younger with their grownups.   ...

Special Notes

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.

Books and Cooks Gone Global

Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Play and Learn Together, World on the Move
Age Group:
Youth
Details:

Pair a story with a snack! We’ll read together and make dishes from around the world. For grades 3-5.

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Play and Learn Together, World on the Move
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Details:
Pair a story with a snack! We’ll read together and make dishes from around the world. 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.

Smart Starts: Back to School Edition

Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Play and Learn Together
Age Group:
Youth
Details:

Drop-in to sharpen your fine motor skills with back to school themed crafts and activities. For 1st grade and younger with their grownups.  

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Play and Learn Together
Details:
Drop-in to sharpen your fine motor skills with back to school themed crafts and activities. For 1st grade and younger with their grownups.   ...

Special Notes

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.

Smart Starts: Back to School Edition

Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Play and Learn Together
Age Group:
Youth
Details:

Drop-in to sharpen your fine motor skills with back to school themed crafts and activities. For 1st grade and younger with their grownups.  

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Play and Learn Together
Details:
Drop-in to sharpen your fine motor skills with back to school themed crafts and activities. For 1st grade and younger with their grownups.   ...

Special Notes

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, August 14, 2024 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 will be 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 will be 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.

Tech Learn 'n Play

Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, Play and Learn Together, STEAM
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School
Details:

Drop in to explore robotics and coding with technology like Ozobot, Sphero, Snap Circuits and more! Try all of our options or spend extra time with your favorites. For age 3-12. Ch

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Middle School
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Play and Learn Together, STEAM
Details:
Drop in to explore robotics and coding with technology like Ozobot, Sphero, Snap Circuits and more! Try all of our options or spend extra time with your favorites. For age 3-12. Children under 7, please bring your grownup.  ...

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.

WTTW/PBS Presents Visions of America: A Journey to the Freedom Tower - Stories of Cuban Migration to Miami

Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
North and South Meeting Rooms at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Class, World on the Move
Age Group:
Adult
Details:

PBS Books National Director and local resident Heather-Marie Montilla will talk about the Freedom Tower in Miami, which is considered to be the Ellis Island for Cuban refugees. The

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: North and South Meeting Rooms
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Class, World on the Move
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Details:
PBS Books National Director and local resident Heather-Marie Montilla will talk about the Freedom Tower in Miami, which is considered to be the Ellis Island for Cuban refugees. Then, participants will discuss other stories of American migration and s...

Smart Starts: Back to School Edition

Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Play and Learn Together
Age Group:
Youth
Details:

Drop-in to sharpen your fine motor skills with back to school themed crafts and activities. For 1st grade and younger with their grownups.  

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Play and Learn Together
Details:
Drop-in to sharpen your fine motor skills with back to school themed crafts and activities. For 1st grade and younger with their grownups.   ...

Trivia Night

Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
The Beer Cellar
Program Type:
Social
Age Group:
Adult, Adult 50+
Trivia Night:

Grab some friends or head out by yourself to The Beer Cellar Glen Ellyn for live trivia! For age 21 and up. Please arrive by 6:45 pm to secure space. Teams of four or less are enco

Location: The Beer Cellar
Age Group: Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Social

Trivia Night

Grab some friends or head out by yourself to The Beer Cellar Glen Ellyn for live trivia! For age 21 and up. Please arrive by 6:45 pm to secure space. Teams of four or less are encouraged.

Passport to Storytime

Friday, August 16, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth
Details:

Each week, read books, sing songs, and listen to music inspired by different continents.

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime
Details:
Each week, read books, sing songs, and listen to music inspired by different continents. ...

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.

Let's Upcycle: Plastic Lanterns

Saturday, August 17, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Age Group:
Youth
Details:

Turn found objects into something new while learning about the importance of the 3 Rs: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle! For grades K-5.

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Details:
Turn found objects into something new while learning about the importance of the 3 Rs: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle! For grades K-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.

Sample the Foods of Turtle Island

Saturday, August 17, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
North and South Meeting Rooms at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event, World on the Move
Age Group:
High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Details:

Turtle Island is the name for the North American continent in many Indigenous / Native American cultures. Learn about and taste different Indigenous foods with a chef from the Keta

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: Special Event, World on the Move
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Details:
Turtle Island is the name for the North American continent in many Indigenous / Native American cultures. Learn about and taste different Indigenous foods with a chef from the Ketapanen Kitchen.   ...

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.

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Monday, August 19, 2024 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.

3D Printing

Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, Games & Video Gaming, Maker, STEAM
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School
3D Printing:

Create a custom design using Tinkercad and 3D print the item you design to keep! Please register for each month separately. Prior month's attendance is not necessary. For grades 3-

Details:

June: Keychain July: Whistle August: Pencil Holder

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Middle School
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Games & Video Gaming, Maker, STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8

3D Printing

Create a custom design using Tinkercad and 3D print the item you design to keep! Please register for each month separately. Prior month's attendance is not necessary. For grades 3-8.

Details:
June: Keychain July: Whistle August: Pencil Holder ...

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.

3D Printing

Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, Games & Video Gaming, Maker, STEAM
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School
3D Printing:

Create a custom design using Tinkercad and 3D print the item you design to keep! Please register for each month separately. Prior month's attendance is not necessary. For grades 3-

Details:

June: Keychain July: Whistle August: Pencil Holder

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Middle School
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Games & Video Gaming, Maker, STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8

3D Printing

Create a custom design using Tinkercad and 3D print the item you design to keep! Please register for each month separately. Prior month's attendance is not necessary. For grades 3-8.

Details:
June: Keychain July: Whistle August: Pencil Holder ...

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.

Social Hour for Adults 50+

Wednesday, August 21, 2024 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 will be 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 will be 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.

3D Printing

Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, Games & Video Gaming, Maker, STEAM
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School
Details:

Create your design in Tinkercad and printed it with the 3D printer. Please register for each month separately. Prior month's 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, Games & Video Gaming, Maker, STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Details:
Create your design in Tinkercad and printed it with the 3D printer. Please register for each month separately. Prior month's 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.

Global Taste Test

Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Social
Age Group:
Middle School
Details:

Each month, taste and rate snacks provided by Universal Yums from countries around the world! For grades 6-8.

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Middle School
Program Type: Social
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Details:
Each month, taste and rate snacks provided by Universal Yums from countries around the world! For grades 6-8. ...

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.

Food allergies

The library cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Trivia Night

Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
The Beer Cellar
Program Type:
Social
Age Group:
Adult, Adult 50+
Trivia Night:

Grab some friends or head out by yourself to The Beer Cellar Glen Ellyn for live trivia! For age 21 and up. Please arrive by 6:45 pm to secure space. Teams of four or less are enco

Location: The Beer Cellar
Age Group: Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Social

Trivia Night

Grab some friends or head out by yourself to The Beer Cellar Glen Ellyn for live trivia! For age 21 and up. Please arrive by 6:45 pm to secure space. Teams of four or less are encouraged.

Passport to Storytime

Friday, August 23, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth
Details:

Each week, read books, sing songs, and listen to music inspired by different continents.

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime
Details:
Each week, read books, sing songs, and listen to music inspired by different continents. ...

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.

High School Room Open House

Monday, August 26, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
High School Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Video Gaming, Social
Age Group:
Middle School, High School
Details:

Come and see the new space on the 2nd floor just for high school students! Hang out, browse books, play video and tabletop games, enjoy refreshments, and enter to win prizes! Arriv

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: High School Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Games & Video Gaming, Social
Details:
Come and see the new space on the 2nd floor just for high school students! Hang out, browse books, play video and tabletop games, enjoy refreshments, and enter to win prizes! Arrive any time during the open house. For middle and high school students....