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Friends Used Book Sale

9:00am–2:00pm
High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Basement - Friends Area
Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Volunteer

FoL Used Book Sale

Purchase quality, gently-used books at discount prices from the Friends of the Library (FoL). 

For sales that take place in the Basement Friends Area, please take the elevator to the basement of the library.

GEYFCS: Overview of Services

10:00am–2:00pm
Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Special Event
Details:

A representative from Glen Ellyn Youth and Family Counseling Services (GEYFCS) will be available to talk about the organization's offerings.

Tech Help Drop-In

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adult, Adult 50+
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor of the Library
Age Group: Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Details:

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

From Print to Pane: Hokusai Reimagined in Glass by Local Glass Studio Artists

3:00pm–4:30pm
High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor of the Library
Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Details:

Between June 1 and June 27, Local Glass Studio is offering a masterclass opportunity for kids age 6-17 and adults to "Create Your Own Hokusai-Inspired Glass Masterpiece."

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.

Equipment Basics: 3D Printer

6:00pm–8:00pm
High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Registration Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: The Workshop
Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Maker
Registration Required

Equipment Basics

Staff-led program to learn basic skills using a piece of equipment by working on a beginner-level project. Please see Helpful Computer Skills for Maker Projects.

Special Notes

Helpful Computer Skills for Maker Projects

Most maker projects require a design file that is uploaded to the software that runs the equipment. For this reason, the following skills are very helpful. 

  • Ability to use a keyboard to copy and paste 

  • Ability to use a mouse to double-click and left-click, click-and-drag and highlight text, and scroll 

  • Ability to navigate file directories, open and rename files 

  • Knowledge of how to use a flash drive 

  • Patience using a computer for up to an hour 

Tech Help One-on-One sessions and DigitalLearn.org are great for anyone who would like to enhance their computer skills. 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 call 630-469-0879 or email reference@gepl.org. 

Maker Program

Supplies provided. Maker programs are available to Glen Ellyn Public Library cardholders. Maker program registration begins 30 days prior to the event.

To use The Workshop, visitors must complete, sign, and date the Makerspace Use Agreement and Waiver and Release of Liability. Visitors under age 18 must have a parent or legal guardian sign the agreement on their behalf.

Books and Cooks Summer Showdown

3:00pm–4:00pm
Youth
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.

Friends Book Sort

10:00am–12:00pm
College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Basement - Friends Area
Age Group: College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Volunteer

FoL Book Sort

The Friends operate a used book sale area in the library basement and hold public sales approximately every other month. To prepare for these sales, volunteers process and shelve donated items. Sorts are a great opportunity to socialize, chat about books, and help your library.

If you are interested in helping out, please email friends@gepl.org to schedule an orientation session.

GEYFCS: Overview of Services

10:00am–2:00pm
Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Special Event
Details:

A representative from Glen Ellyn Youth and Family Counseling Services (GEYFCS) will be available to talk about the organization's offerings.

Social Hour for Adults 50+

2:30pm–4:00pm
Adult 50+
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: North and South Meeting Rooms
Age Group: Adult 50+
Program Type: Social

Social Hour for Adults 50+

Join neighbors to socialize while completing puzzles, playing card and board games, or working on coloring crafts. Light refreshments provided.  

Special Notes

Food allergies

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

Tech Games

3:30pm–4:30pm
Youth
Registration Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Games & Video Gaming, STEAM
Registration Required
Details:

Each session will be a series of different challenges using tech like Spheros and Cubelets. Can you beat them all? 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.

GEYFCS: Overview of Services

10:00am–2:00pm
Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Special Event
Details:

A representative from Glen Ellyn Youth and Family Counseling Services (GEYFCS) will be available to talk about the organization's offerings.

Using AI Tools

5:30pm–7:00pm
College and Young Adult, Adult
Registration Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: North Meeting Room
Age Group: College and Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Registration Required
Details:

If you are interested in digital art, coding, or if you are just curious about the current state of digital tools, this program is for you!

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.

Craft Group

6:30pm–7:30pm
College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Registration Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Atrium South
Age Group: College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Class
Registration Required
Details:

Work on your current project with other crafters or start a new project! Guest facilitators will provide a limited number of craft starter-kits. Light refreshments provided. 

 

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.

Film Screening and Discussion: Local Treaties Involving Native American People

10:30am–11:30am
High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Registration 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
Registration Required
Details:

Susan Kelsey, Director of the film The Negotiator: Billy Caldwell, joins Glen Ellyn Historical Society and Midwest SOARRING Foundation to discuss the history of treaties involving Native American people in the Chicago area.

GEYFCS: Overview of Services

1:30pm–4:30pm
Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Special Event
Details:

A representative from Glen Ellyn Youth and Family Counseling Services (GEYFCS) will be available to talk about the organization's offerings.

Tech Help One-on-One

9:00am–9:45am
Adult, Adult 50+
Registration Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Pearl Buck
Age Group: Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Registration Required
Details:

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

Brilliant Babies

9:30am–10:00am
Youth
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Play and Learn Together
Details:

Bring baby to a special playtime at the library with craft, sensory, and activity stations. Fifteen name tags (children only). For birth-24 months and their grownups.

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.

Tech Help One-on-One

9:45am–10:30am
Adult, Adult 50+
Registration Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Pearl Buck
Age Group: Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Registration Required
Details:

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

Equipment Basics: Laser Engraver

10:00am–12:00pm
High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Registration Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: The Workshop
Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Maker
Registration Required

Equipment Basics

Staff-led program to learn basic skills using a piece of equipment by working on a beginner-level project. Please see Helpful Computer Skills for Maker Projects.

Special Notes

Helpful Computer Skills for Maker Projects

Most maker projects require a design file that is uploaded to the software that runs the equipment. For this reason, the following skills are very helpful. 

  • Ability to use a keyboard to copy and paste 

  • Ability to use a mouse to double-click and left-click, click-and-drag and highlight text, and scroll 

  • Ability to navigate file directories, open and rename files 

  • Knowledge of how to use a flash drive 

  • Patience using a computer for up to an hour 

Tech Help One-on-One sessions and DigitalLearn.org are great for anyone who would like to enhance their computer skills. 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 call 630-469-0879 or email reference@gepl.org. 

Maker Program

Supplies provided. Maker programs are available to Glen Ellyn Public Library cardholders. Maker program registration begins 30 days prior to the event.

To use The Workshop, visitors must complete, sign, and date the Makerspace Use Agreement and Waiver and Release of Liability. Visitors under age 18 must have a parent or legal guardian sign the agreement on their behalf.

GEYFCS: Overview of Services

10:00am–2:00pm
Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Special Event
Details:

A representative from Glen Ellyn Youth and Family Counseling Services (GEYFCS) will be available to talk about the organization's offerings.

Brilliant Babies

10:30am–11:00am
Youth
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Play and Learn Together
Details:

Bring baby to a special playtime at the library with craft, sensory, and activity stations. Fifteen name tags (children only). For birth-24 months and their grownups.

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.

Make and Take: Fairy Garden Terrarium

6:00pm–8:00pm
High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Registration Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: The Workshop
Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Maker
Registration Required
Details:

Make and Take

Staff-led program to use makerspace equipment to make a specific item to take home. Please see Helpful Computer Skills for Maker Projects.

Learn to use the laser and the 3D printer to create whimsical decorations for a fairy garden.

Special Notes

Helpful Computer Skills for Maker Projects

Most maker projects require a design file that is uploaded to the software that runs the equipment. For this reason, the following skills are very helpful. 

  • Ability to use a keyboard to copy and paste 

  • Ability to use a mouse to double-click and left-click, click-and-drag and highlight text, and scroll 

  • Ability to navigate file directories, open and rename files 

  • Knowledge of how to use a flash drive 

  • Patience using a computer for up to an hour 

Tech Help One-on-One sessions and DigitalLearn.org are great for anyone who would like to enhance their computer skills. 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 call 630-469-0879 or email reference@gepl.org. 

Maker Program

Supplies provided. Maker programs are available to Glen Ellyn Public Library cardholders. Maker program registration begins 30 days prior to the event.

To use The Workshop, visitors must complete, sign, and date the Makerspace Use Agreement and Waiver and Release of Liability. Visitors under age 18 must have a parent or legal guardian sign the agreement on their behalf.

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

7:00pm–9:00pm
College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
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.

1st Floor Refresh construction kick off meeting

8:30am–11:00am
Adult
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Special Event