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Global Taste Test

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Registration
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.

No Shush Salon: Open Mic with Guest Performers

6:30pm - 9:00pm
Registration
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Round Window Area
Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30

No Shush Salon: Open Mic with Guest Performers

Local creative types gather to discuss creative things. Share your works-in-progress or finished endeavors at an open mic! Use your 10 minutes to sing, dance, read, recite—whatever you choose. Spectators are welcome and appreciated. Light refreshments will be provided. For adults and high school students.

Special Notes

Zoom with Registration

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

Food allergies

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

World on the Move

All Day 7/27 - 8/30
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Atrium East
Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Special Event, World on the Move
Details:
The traveling exhibition from the American Anthropological Association and the Smithsonian’s Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage comes to Glen Ellyn Public Library for five weeks. Glen Ellyn Public Library has been selected as one of only fi...

How Climate Impacts Migration for Humans, Plants, and Animals

10:00am - 11:00am
Registration
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: North and South Meeting Rooms
Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Class, Health & Wellness, World on the Move
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Details:
Humans have long shared our planet not only with each other, but also with animals and plants.  More recently, our interaction with nature and the impacts of climate change has influenced the movement of not only humans, but plants and animals a...

Dungeons and Dragons Gaming

12:00pm - 4:00pm
Registration
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Shakespeare Room
Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Social
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Details:
Play Dungeons & Dragons. All levels of experience with table-top role-playing games are welcome! For age 13+.  ...

World on the Move Exhibit Opening Event

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Library Parking Lot
Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Special Event, World on the Move
Details:
Be one of the first people in Illinois to experience World on the Move: 250,00 Years of Human Migration  on the 2nd Floor of the library. In the library parking lot, enjoy live music and dance performances and refreshments available for purchase...

Special Notes

Celebration of Culture

These events acknowledge holidays and other occasions that are valued in our community.

By including these days, we hope that you

  • see your diversity mirrored on our calendar
  • feel like we are taking your beliefs and observances into account with our programming
  • become aware of occasions valued by other members of the community
  • appreciate the diversity of our community

This effort, as well as others to come, are the result of our participation in the Glen Ellyn DEI Project meetings and listening sessions. The library is committed to furthering our commitment to understanding and meeting the needs of our community. 

Food allergies

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

High School Room Open House

3:00pm - 4:30pm
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....

Social Hour for Adults 50+

2:30pm - 4:00pm
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.

The Great Migration and The Great War: Engines of Change

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Registration
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: North and South Meeting Rooms
Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: World on the Move
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Details:
Musician, historian, and radio personality Clarence Goodman will discuss the relationship between two seismic events taking place as the 20th Century approached: the relocation of more than 6 million Black Americans from the rural South to the cities...

Special Notes

Explore and Support Diversity

Learn about people and cultures and discuss practical steps that we can each take to create a more inclusive future. Experience how the power of dialogue can overcome violence and hate, in favor of peace and understanding.

El Mago Magic Show

11:00am - 12:00pm
Registration
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: North and South Meeting Rooms
Age Group: Youth, Middle School
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 80
Details:
Enjoy the magical feats of "El Mago" in this family-friendly show! Best for kids in preschool and elementary school and their grown-ups ...

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.

El Mago Magic Show

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Registration
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: North and South Meeting Rooms
Age Group: Youth, Middle School
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 80
Details:
Enjoy the magical feats of "El Mago" in this family-friendly show! Best for kids in preschool and elementary school and their grown-ups ...

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.

Explore with Circuits

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Registration
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Middle School
Program Type: Computers & Technology, STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Details:
Learn about circuits and then create a fun project. Prior month's attendance is not necessary. For grades 3-8. June: Painting with circuits July: Make your own bracelet August: Create a light up wand ...

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.

Explore with Circuits

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Registration
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Middle School
Program Type: Computers & Technology, STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Details:
Learn about circuits and then create a fun project. Prior month's attendance is not necessary. For grades 3-8. June: Painting with circuits July: Make your own bracelet August: Create a light up wand ...

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.

Cricut: No-Sew Coin Purse

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Registration
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: The Workshop
Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Maker, World on the Move
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Details:
Fabricate a no-sew coin purse by cutting faux leather with the Cricut and learn about what other types of materials the Cricut Maker 3 can work with. Supplies provided. For adults and high school students.  ...

Empathy is Your Superpower

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: High School Room
Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult
Program Type: Class, Health & Wellness, World on the Move
Details:
Learn how developing empathy can build self-esteem, foster community, and deepen connections, then explore World on the Move: 250,00 Years of Human Migration. Lead by Reality DuPage  ...

Song Share

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Middle School
Program Type: Social
Details:
Share your love of vinyl records with fellow  music lovers.  Bring in an album or two to spin a few tracks for the group. For grades 6-8 (with or without vinyl to share). ...

Dementia Caregiver Support Group

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: North Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Social
Details:
Presented by Arden Courts of Glen Ellyn, LaVon K. Lenaway, Dementia Care Educator, leads an open support group for caregivers to share experiences in providng care for someone with memory impairment and connect with others. ...

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.

Let the Games Begin!

10:00am - 10:45am
Registration
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play and Learn Together
Registration 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.

Seed Library: DIY Terrariums

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Registration
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
Registration 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.

Social Hour for Adults 50+

2:30pm - 4:00pm
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.

Seed Library: DIY Terrariums

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Registration
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
Registration 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.

Building Welcoming Communities

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Registration
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: 40
Details:
Representatives from World Relief will discuss current immigrant and refugee arrival statistics for DuPage County, World Relief welcome services and procedures, and ways communities can make newcomers feel welcome.  ...

Let the Games Begin!

10:00am - 10:45am
Registration
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play and Learn Together
Registration 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.

Craft Your Story

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Registration
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: North and South Meeting Rooms
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: World on the Move
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Details:
Create a paper time capsule with keepsakes to express your narrative. Please bring photographs to incorporate into the project. For grades 6-12. ...

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.

World on the Move

Participants who share migration stories may choose to submit them to the World on the Move Community Scrapbook.