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Pajamas and Popcorn Storytime

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Play and Learn Together, Storytime
Age Group:
Youth

Dynamic session promoting child and grownup bonding through creating, singing, playing, and sharing stories together. After the story session, enjoy popcorn followed by open play. Twenty name tags (children only).

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

Dynamic session promoting child and grownup bonding through creating, singing, playing, and sharing stories together. After the story session, enjoy popcorn followed by open play. Twenty name tags (children only).

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.

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

Books and Cooks Winter Showdown

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Play and Learn Together
Age Group:
Youth

Read together and work with a teammate to complete a cooking challenge. For grades 3-5. 

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

Read together and work with a teammate to complete a cooking challenge. 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.

Food allergies

The library cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
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New Year, New Chapter: Family Vision Boards

Friday, January 2, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
North and South Meeting Rooms at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Play and Learn Together
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+

Kick off the year with creativity and connection as you reflect, dream, and set intentions for the new year with your people!  After guided activities to get the conversation going, participants will make a vision board to take home and set t

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

Kick off the year with creativity and connection as you reflect, dream, and set intentions for the new year with your people!  After guided activities to get the conversation going, participants will make a vision board to take home and set t

Special Notes

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure that programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Promotion

Adults and children may be photographed and videotaped by library staff or their representatives in the course of library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in library publicity. If you have a concern about this policy, please contact library staff.

This event is in the "Youth" group

Curious Kids

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Play and Learn Together
Age Group:
Youth

Embrace your curiosity with creative, collaborative, hands-on play and learning! For grades k-2. 

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

Embrace your curiosity with creative, collaborative, hands-on play and learning! For grades k-2. 

Special Notes

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure that programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Promotion

Adults and children may be photographed and videotaped by library staff or their representatives in the course of library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in library publicity. If you have a concern about this policy, please contact library staff.

This event is in the "Youth" group

Books and Cooks Winter Showdown

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Play and Learn Together
Age Group:
Youth

Read together and work with a teammate to complete a cooking challenge. For grades 3-5. 

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

Read together and work with a teammate to complete a cooking challenge. 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.

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

Pajamas and Popcorn Storytime

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Play and Learn Together, Storytime
Age Group:
Youth

Dynamic session promoting child and grownup bonding through creating, singing, playing, and sharing stories together. After the story session, enjoy popcorn followed by open play. Twenty name tags (children only).

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

Dynamic session promoting child and grownup bonding through creating, singing, playing, and sharing stories together. After the story session, enjoy popcorn followed by open play. Twenty name tags (children only).

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.

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

American Girl Doll Adventures

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Play and Learn Together
Age Group:
Youth

Learn about a surprise American Girl through crafts and other hands-on activities. Bring your own doll or stuffed animal to join the fun. For grades 1-5. Please sign up for only one of the dates.

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

Learn about a surprise American Girl through crafts and other hands-on activities. Bring your own doll or stuffed animal to join the fun. For grades 1-5. Please sign up for only one of the dates.

Special Notes

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure that programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Promotion

Adults and children may be photographed and videotaped by library staff or their representatives in the course of library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in library publicity. If you have a concern about this policy, please contact library staff.

Food allergies

The library cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
This event is in the "Youth" group

American Girl Doll Adventures

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Play and Learn Together
Age Group:
Youth

Learn about a surprise American Girl through crafts and other hands-on activities. Bring your own doll or stuffed animal to join the fun. For grades 1-5. Please sign up for only one of the dates.

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

Learn about a surprise American Girl through crafts and other hands-on activities. Bring your own doll or stuffed animal to join the fun. For grades 1-5. Please sign up for only one of the dates.

Special Notes

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure that programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Promotion

Adults and children may be photographed and videotaped by library staff or their representatives in the course of library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in library publicity. If you have a concern about this policy, please contact library staff.

Food allergies

The library cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
This event is in the "Youth" group

Curious Kids

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Play and Learn Together
Age Group:
Youth

Embrace your curiosity with creative, collaborative, hands-on play and learning! For grades k-2. 

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

Embrace your curiosity with creative, collaborative, hands-on play and learning! For grades k-2. 

Special Notes

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure that programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Promotion

Adults and children may be photographed and videotaped by library staff or their representatives in the course of library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in library publicity. If you have a concern about this policy, please contact library staff.

This event is in the "Youth" group

Record Breakers

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Play and Learn Together
Age Group:
Youth

Get in the Olympic spirit with a program focused on beating the clock and defying the odds Play games, learn about famous record breakers, and try to break some records! For grades 3-5.

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

Get in the Olympic spirit with a program focused on beating the clock and defying the odds Play games, learn about famous record breakers, and try to break some records! For grades 3-5.

Special Notes

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure that programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Promotion

Adults and children may be photographed and videotaped by library staff or their representatives in the course of library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in library publicity. If you have a concern about this policy, please contact library staff.

This event is in the "Youth" group

Pajamas and Popcorn Storytime

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Play and Learn Together, Storytime
Age Group:
Youth

Dynamic session promoting child and grownup bonding through creating, singing, playing, and sharing stories together. After the story session, enjoy popcorn followed by open play. Twenty name tags (children only).

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

Dynamic session promoting child and grownup bonding through creating, singing, playing, and sharing stories together. After the story session, enjoy popcorn followed by open play. Twenty name tags (children only).

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.

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

Books and Cooks Winter Showdown

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Play and Learn Together
Age Group:
Youth

Read together and work with a teammate to complete a cooking challenge. For grades 3-5. 

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

Read together and work with a teammate to complete a cooking challenge. 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.

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

Baby Olympics

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Play and Learn Together
Age Group:
Youth

Crawl through different obstacles and play games to find out if baby has what it takes to be a future Olympian. Twenty name tags (children only).For babies 24 months and younger with a grownup.

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

Crawl through different obstacles and play games to find out if baby has what it takes to be a future Olympian. Twenty name tags (children only).For babies 24 months and younger with a grownup.

Special Notes

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure that programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Name tags

Name tags will be available at the Youth Desk beginning 30 minutes prior to the program start time. Children with their grownups can pick up name tags on a first-come, first-served basis.

Promotion

Adults and children may be photographed and videotaped by library staff or their representatives in the course of library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in library publicity. If you have a concern about this policy, please contact library staff.

This event is in the "Youth" group

Baby Olympics

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Play and Learn Together
Age Group:
Youth

Crawl through different obstacles and play games to find out if baby has what it takes to be a future Olympian. Twenty name tags (children only).For babies 24 months and younger with a grownup.

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

Crawl through different obstacles and play games to find out if baby has what it takes to be a future Olympian. Twenty name tags (children only).For babies 24 months and younger with a grownup.

Special Notes

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure that programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Name tags

Name tags will be available at the Youth Desk beginning 30 minutes prior to the program start time. Children with their grownups can pick up name tags on a first-come, first-served basis.

Promotion

Adults and children may be photographed and videotaped by library staff or their representatives in the course of library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in library publicity. If you have a concern about this policy, please contact library staff.

This event is in the "Youth" group

Baby Olympics

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Play and Learn Together
Age Group:
Youth

Crawl through different obstacles and play games to find out if baby has what it takes to be a future Olympian. Twenty name tags (children only).For babies 24 months and younger with a grownup.

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

Crawl through different obstacles and play games to find out if baby has what it takes to be a future Olympian. Twenty name tags (children only).For babies 24 months and younger with a grownup.

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.