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This event is in the "Youth" group.

Everyone's An Artist - Let's Doodle

Friday, May 3, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth
Details:

Use letters, numbers, and shapes as a starting point to draw and create! For grades k-5.

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:

Use letters, numbers, and shapes as a starting point to draw and create! 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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.

STEAM Storytime

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Play and Learn Together, STEAM, Storytime
Age Group:
Youth
Details:

Solve problems and work through challenges with hands-on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) activities based on the story of the month.

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play and Learn Together, STEAM, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Details:

Solve problems and work through challenges with hands-on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) activities based on the story of the month.

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.
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.

Alebrije Mask Making with Gloria Contreras

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
North and South Meeting Rooms at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Class, World on the Move
Age Group:
Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult
Details:

Artist Gloria Contreras will lead this workshop on creating Alebrije masks and share about the origins of Alebrijes.  Gloria Contreras is a local Mexican American structure...

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: North and South Meeting Rooms
Age Group: Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Class, World on the Move
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Details:

Artist Gloria Contreras will lead this workshop on creating Alebrije masks and share about the origins of Alebrijes. 

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.

Craftapalooza

Friday, June 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth
Details:

Drop in every Friday morning in June to paint, stamp, weave, glue, and tape our way through a month of amazing crafts.

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

Drop in every Friday morning in June to paint, stamp, weave, glue, and tape our way through a month of amazing crafts.

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

Homeschool Hangout

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
North and South Meeting Rooms at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Adaptive, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School
Details:

Celebrate the start of summer with your homeschool friends by painting a picture of your favorite beach! Dress for mess. For rising 1st-8th graders.

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: North and South Meeting Rooms
Age Group: Youth, Middle School
Program Type: Adaptive, Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Details:

Celebrate the start of summer with your homeschool friends by painting a picture of your favorite beach! Dress for mess. For rising 1st-8th graders.

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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.

Craftapalooza

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth
Details:

Drop in every Friday morning in June to paint, stamp, weave, glue, and tape our way through a month of amazing crafts.

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

Drop in every Friday morning in June to paint, stamp, weave, glue, and tape our way through a month of amazing crafts.

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 "Youth" group.

Craftapalooza

Friday, June 21, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth
Details:

Drop in every Friday morning in June to paint, stamp, weave, glue, and tape our way through a month of amazing crafts.

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

Drop in every Friday morning in June to paint, stamp, weave, glue, and tape our way through a month of amazing crafts.

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 "Youth" group.

StoryWalk® Welcome to the Table

Saturday, June 22, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Prairie Path Park
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Play and Learn Together
Age Group:
Youth
Details:

Celebrate the installation of the new Storywalk, A Hundred Thousand Welcomes by Mary Lee Donavan by collaging your own delicious dinner with magazine and newspaper clippings.  ...

Location: Prairie Path Park
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play and Learn Together
Details:

Celebrate the installation of the new Storywalk, A Hundred Thousand Welcomes by Mary Lee Donavan by collaging your own delicious dinner with magazine and newspaper clippings.  

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 "Youth" group.

Forgotten Skills

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Age Group:
Youth
Details:

Never learned to tie square knot or how to thread a needle? No worries! Rediscover skills of days gone by and say sayonara to your smartphone... at least for an hour or two. This s...

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Details:

Never learned to tie square knot or how to thread a needle? No worries! Rediscover skills of days gone by and say sayonara to your smartphone... at least for an hour or two.

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 "Youth" group.

Craftapalooza

Friday, June 28, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth
Details:

Drop in every Friday morning in June to paint, stamp, weave, glue, and tape our way through a month of amazing crafts.

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

Drop in every Friday morning in June to paint, stamp, weave, glue, and tape our way through a month of amazing crafts.

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 "Youth" group.

Art in STEM

Friday, June 28, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Adaptive, Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Age Group:
Youth
Details:

Explore art in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) with the DuPage Children's Museum! Work together to build a level structure on an uneven terrain using clay, straws...

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Adaptive, Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Details:

Explore art in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) with the DuPage Children's Museum!

This event is in the "Youth" group.

Forgotten Skills

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Age Group:
Youth
Details:

Never learned to tie square knot or how to thread a needle? No worries! Rediscover skills of days gone by and say sayonara to your smartphone... at least for an hour or two. This s...

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Details:

Never learned to tie square knot or how to thread a needle? No worries! Rediscover skills of days gone by and say sayonara to your smartphone... at least for an hour or two.

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 "Youth" group.

Let the Games Begin!

Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Play and Learn Together
Age Group:
Youth
Details:

Celebrate the Summer Olympics with a craft and summer games! For pre-k and their grownups.

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play and Learn Together
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Details:

Celebrate the Summer Olympics with a craft and summer games! For pre-k 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.

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

Seed Library: DIY Terrariums

Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Details:

Learn about and create your own terrarium. For adults and kids of all ages.

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Details:

Learn about and create your own terrarium. For adults and kids of all ages.

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

Seed Library: DIY Terrariums

Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Details:

Learn about and create your own terrarium. For adults and kids of all ages.

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Details:

Learn about and create your own terrarium. For adults and kids of all ages.

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 "Youth" group.

Let the Games Begin!

Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Play and Learn Together
Age Group:
Youth
Details:

Celebrate the Summer Olympics with a craft and summer games! For pre-k and their grownups.

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play and Learn Together
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Details:

Celebrate the Summer Olympics with a craft and summer games! For pre-k 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.

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.

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
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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.

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
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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.

Forgotten Skills

Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Age Group:
Youth
Details:

Never learned to tie square knot or how to thread a needle? No worries! Rediscover skills of days gone by and say sayonara to your smartphone... at least for an hour or two. This s...

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Details:

Never learned to tie square knot or how to thread a needle? No worries! Rediscover skills of days gone by and say sayonara to your smartphone... at least for an hour or two.

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

Maker Fest

Saturday, March 8, 2025 at 11:00am - 3:00pm
Throughout the Library at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Maker, Performance, Social, Special Event
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Details:

Visit stations to participate in maker activities for all ages on both floors of the library.

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Throughout the Library
Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker, Performance, Social, Special Event
Details:

Visit stations to participate in maker activities for all ages on both floors of the library.