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Read to Rover

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:15pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Play and Learn Together
Age Group:
Youth
Details:

Read aloud to a registered therapy dog. Furry friends provide a low-stress environment to practice and gain reading confidence. For grades k-5.

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Play and Learn Together
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Details:

Read aloud to a registered therapy dog. Furry friends provide a low-stress environment to practice and gain reading confidence. 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.

Read to Rover

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 4:15pm - 4:30pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Play and Learn Together
Age Group:
Youth
Details:

Read aloud to a registered therapy dog. Furry friends provide a low-stress environment to practice and gain reading confidence. For grades k-5.

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Play and Learn Together
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Details:

Read aloud to a registered therapy dog. Furry friends provide a low-stress environment to practice and gain reading confidence. 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.

Read to Rover

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 4:30pm - 4:45pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Play and Learn Together
Age Group:
Youth
Details:

Read aloud to a registered therapy dog. Furry friends provide a low-stress environment to practice and gain reading confidence. For grades k-5.

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Play and Learn Together
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Details:

Read aloud to a registered therapy dog. Furry friends provide a low-stress environment to practice and gain reading confidence. 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.

Read to Rover

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 4:45pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Play and Learn Together
Age Group:
Youth
Details:

Read aloud to a registered therapy dog. Furry friends provide a low-stress environment to practice and gain reading confidence. For grades k-5.

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Play and Learn Together
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Details:

Read aloud to a registered therapy dog. Furry friends provide a low-stress environment to practice and gain reading confidence. 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.

An Evening with James McBride

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 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:

This event is made possible by Illinois Libraries Present, a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering high-quality events. Illinois Libraries Present is committed to...

Details:

Join us for an evening with James McBride American musician and author of New York Times bestselling memoir The Color of Water, and novels Deacon King Kong...

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

Illinois Libraries Present

This event is made possible by Illinois Libraries Present, a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering high-quality events. Illinois Libraries Present is committed to inclusion and accessibility. To request accommodations, please email illinoislibrariespresent@gmail.com.

Illinois Libraries Present is funded in part by a grant awarded by the Illinois State Library, a Department of the Office for the Secretary of State, using funds provided by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services, under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA).

Details:

Join us for an evening with James McBride American musician and author of New York Times bestselling memoir The Color of Water, and novels Deacon King Kong, 

Together Time

Wednesday, February 5, 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.

Together Time

Wednesday, February 5, 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.

Just Write

Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Shakespeare Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Class
Age Group:
College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Details:

Even if you don’t consider yourself a writer, putting pen to paper on a regular basis can fuel self-awareness, creativity, enjoyment, and build community. In this six-week program,...

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Shakespeare Room
Age Group: College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Details:

Even if you don’t consider yourself a writer, putting pen to paper on a regular basis can fuel self-awareness, creativity, enjoyment, and build community.

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.

Social Hour for Adults 50+

Wednesday, February 5, 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 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.

Beginner 3D Printing

Wednesday, February 5, 2025 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
Beginner 3D Printing:

Learn how to use Tinkercad to design the project of the month and 3D print the item to keep! Please register for each month separately. Prior month's attendance is not necessary. F...

Details:

December: Snowman January: Car February: Coin Bank

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

Beginner 3D Printing

Learn how to use Tinkercad to design the project of the month and 3D print the item to keep! Please register for each month separately. Prior month's attendance is not necessary. For grades 3-8. 

Details:

December: Snowman

January: Car

February: Coin Bank

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.

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.

Intermediate 3D Printing

Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, Games & Video Gaming, Maker, STEAM
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School
Intermediate 3D Printing:

Kids who are familiar with Tinkercad, use Tinkercad to create your own design and 3D print the item to keep! Please register for each month separately. Prior month's attendance is ...

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

Intermediate 3D Printing

Kids who are familiar with Tinkercad, use Tinkercad to create your own design and 3D print the item to keep! 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.

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.

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.

Toddler Artists

Thursday, February 6, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth
Details:

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

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

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

Bilingual Storytime

Friday, February 7, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth
Details:

Enjoy fun books and songs in both English and Spanish! Twenty name tags (children only). For kids of all ages and their grownups.

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

Enjoy fun books and songs in both English and Spanish! Twenty name tags (children only). For kids of all ages 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.

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.

Winter Movie Fridays

Friday, February 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
North and South Meeting Rooms at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Social
Age Group:
College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Details:

Watch Arsenic and Old Lace. Light refreshments provided.

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

Watch Arsenic and Old Lace. Light refreshments provided.

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.

Tech Help Drop-In

Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
2nd Floor of the Library at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Adult
Details:

Drop in with your questions or to troubleshoot an app or device issue on your laptop, tablet, or phone.

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor of the Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Details:

Drop in with your questions or to troubleshoot an app or device issue on your laptop, tablet, or phone.

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.

Journaling for Mental Health

Sunday, February 9, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Virtual Program at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Journaling for Mental Health:

Discuss things on your mind and heart, participate in a guided visualization, then journal. There will be prompts and a chance to share your words, if you feel so moved. You do not...

Required
Virtual Event
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Virtual Program
Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Journaling for Mental Health

Discuss things on your mind and heart, participate in a guided visualization, then journal. There will be prompts and a chance to share your words, if you feel so moved. You do not have to be a writer to participate, just willing to journal. While this experience may be therapeutic, the facilitators are not licensed therapists. For adults and high school students.  

Special Notes

Zoom with Registration

We will email the Zoom information to you after you register.

OneInMath

Sunday, February 9, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
North and South Meeting Rooms at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Class, STEAM
Age Group:
Youth
OneInMath:

OneInMath is a free program run by high school volunteers to empower the love of math in students in grade k-3. Register or to sign up to volunteer.

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: North and South Meeting Rooms
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Class, STEAM

OneInMath

OneInMath is a free program run by high school volunteers to empower the love of math in students in grade k-3. Register or to sign up to volunteer.

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.

Book Babies

Monday, February 10, 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-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-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.

Fun with STEM: Learn and Create

Monday, February 10, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Class, STEAM
Age Group:
Youth
Fun with STEM: Learn and Create:

Members of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) present monthly science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) topics. Please register for each month separately. ...

Details:

Ready Aim Energize! - Potential and kinetic energy.    

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Class, STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 24

Fun with STEM: Learn and Create

Members of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) present monthly science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) topics. Please register for each month separately. For grades 2-5.

Details:

Ready Aim Energize! - Potential and kinetic energy.

 

 

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.

Large Format Printer: Personalized Candy Heart Stickers

Monday, February 10, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
The Workshop at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Maker
Age Group:
High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
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: 10

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.

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.

Together Time

Tuesday, February 11, 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.

Together Time

Tuesday, February 11, 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.

Brick Builders

Tuesday, February 11, 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:

Put your building skills to the test with different LEGOⓡ challenges each month. 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:

Put your building skills to the test with different LEGOⓡ challenges each month. 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.

Videography Workshop

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
North and South Meeting Rooms at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Class, Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult
Details:

Learn tips and tricks for capturing video footage for short films or social media posts and how to stay safe online. Also, record personal responses to the question "Why do public ...

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: North and South Meeting Rooms
Age Group: Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult
Program Type: Class, Computers & Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Details:

Learn tips and tricks for capturing video footage for short films or social media posts and how to stay safe online.

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.