This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult 50+" group. Nov 14 2024 Thu Donuts and BINGO 10:30am - 11:30am This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult 50+" group. Nov 14 2024 Thu Donuts and BINGO 10:30am - 11:30am Location: Main Street Recreation Center Age Group: Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Social Donuts and BINGO Visit with friends over coffee and donuts while playing everyone’s favorite game. BINGO is free to play, with games starting at 10:30 am. One BINGO card per participant. Coffee, donuts, and BINGO cards will be provided, and prizes will be awarded to winners. Offered in partnership with the Glen Ellyn Park District.
This event is in the "Middle School" group. Nov 14 2024 Thu Made in Miniature 4:00pm - 5:00pm Registration This event is in the "Middle School" group. Nov 14 2024 Thu Made in Miniature 4:00pm - 5:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Middle School Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Seats Remaining: 12 Details: Everything is cuter when it is tinier, including crafts! Create tiny masterpieces each month. Eraser Prints, 9/12 Button notebooks, 10/10 Earrings, 11/14 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 "College and Young Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult 50+" group. Nov 14 2024 Thu Thursday Evening Book Club 7:00pm - 8:00pm Registration 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. Nov 14 2024 Thu Thursday Evening Book Club 7:00pm - 8:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: North and South Meeting Rooms Age Group: College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Book Discussion Registration Required Seats Remaining: 15 Book Discussion Copies of book discussion titles are available on the 2nd floor near the study rooms, or you can request a copy for pick up at the drive-up window by calling the 2nd Floor Information Desk at 630-790-6630 or emailing reference@gepl.org. Details: Wandering Stars by Tommy Orange
This event is in the "Youth" group. Nov 15 2024 Fri Bilingual Storytime 10:30am - 11:00am This event is in the "Youth" group. Nov 15 2024 Fri Bilingual Storytime 10:30am - 11:00am 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 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. 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. Nov 16 2024 Sat Dinosaur Discoveries 2:00pm - 3:00pm Registration 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. Nov 16 2024 Sat Dinosaur Discoveries 2:00pm - 3:00pm 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: Play and Learn Together, STEAM Registration Required Seats Remaining: 80 Details: Dig into all things Dinosaur during this interactive program with authentic dinosaur bones! Learn about T-Rexplorer's latest dig and see some of their new fossil finds. Recommended for Grades K-5 with an adult. 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. Nov 17 2024 Sun OneInMath 2:30pm - 3:30pm This event is in the "Youth" group. Nov 17 2024 Sun OneInMath 2:30pm - 3:30pm 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.
This event is in the "Adult" group. Nov 18 2024 Mon Tech Help One-on-One 9:00am - 9:45am Registration This event is in the "Adult" group. Nov 18 2024 Mon Tech Help One-on-One 9:00am - 9:45am Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Pearl Buck Age Group: Adult Program Type: Computers & Technology Registration Required Seats Remaining: 1 Tech Help One-on-One 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. To request a day and time that better suits your schedule, please contact Beth Clower.
This event is in the "Adult" group. Nov 18 2024 Mon Tech Help One-on-One 9:45am - 10:30am Registration This event is in the "Adult" group. Nov 18 2024 Mon Tech Help One-on-One 9:45am - 10:30am Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Pearl Buck Age Group: Adult Program Type: Computers & Technology Registration Required Seats Remaining: 1 Tech Help One-on-One 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. To request a day and time that better suits your schedule, please contact Beth Clower.
This event is in the "Youth" group. Nov 18 2024 Mon Laser Engraver: Engrave a Pumpkin Pie for Grades 3-5 4:00pm - 5:00pm Registration This event is in the "Youth" group. Nov 18 2024 Mon Laser Engraver: Engrave a Pumpkin Pie for Grades 3-5 4:00pm - 5:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: The Workshop Age Group: Youth Program Type: Maker Registration Required Seats Remaining: 10 Details: Supplies 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. 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. 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. Nov 18 2024 Mon Laser Engraver: Engrave a Pumpkin Pie for Grades 6-8 5:30pm - 6:30pm Registration This event is in the "Middle School" group. Nov 18 2024 Mon Laser Engraver: Engrave a Pumpkin Pie for Grades 6-8 5:30pm - 6:30pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: The Workshop Age Group: Middle School Program Type: Maker Registration Required Seats Remaining: 10 Details: Supplies 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. 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. 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 "College and Young Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult 50+" group. Nov 18 2024 Mon Community Conversation: WTTW/PBS Presents Leonardo da Vinci 6:30pm - 7:30pm Registration 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. Nov 18 2024 Mon Community Conversation: WTTW/PBS Presents Leonardo da Vinci 6:30pm - 7:30pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: North and South Meeting Rooms Age Group: College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Class Registration Required Seats Remaining: 40 Details: Watch this special screener of the documentary directed by Ken Burns, Sarah Burns, and David McMahon on Leonardo da Vinci.
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. Nov 18 2024 Mon Library Board of Trustees Meeting 7:00pm - 9:00pm 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. Nov 18 2024 Mon Library Board of Trustees Meeting 7:00pm - 9:00pm 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.
This event is in the "Youth" group. Nov 19 2024 Tue Smart Starts 10:00am - 11:00am This event is in the "Youth" group. Nov 19 2024 Tue Smart Starts 10:00am - 11:00am Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play and Learn Together Details: Drop in for some early literacy learning and play based on a weekly theme. 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.
This event is in the "Youth" group. Nov 19 2024 Tue Club Robot 4:00pm - 5:00pm Registration This event is in the "Youth" group. Nov 19 2024 Tue Club Robot 4:00pm - 5:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Computers & Technology, STEAM Registration Required Seats Remaining: 8 Details: Each month learn about a different robot. Prior's month's attendance is not required. For grades 3-5. September: Cubelets October: Sphero SPRK+ November: Osmos 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. Nov 19 2024 Tue Bluestem Book Club 6:00pm - 7:00pm Registration This event is in the "Youth" group. Nov 19 2024 Tue Bluestem Book Club 6:00pm - 7:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Book Discussion Registration Required Seats Remaining: 20 Details: Preview a Bluestem book each month while eating pizza supplied by the library. Listen to the first chapter of the book followed by a fun activity. Please register for each month separately. For grades 2-7. 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. 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 "High School" group. This event is in the "College and Young Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. Nov 19 2024 Tue Gardening and Wellness 6:00pm - 7:30pm Registration 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. Nov 19 2024 Tue Gardening and Wellness 6:00pm - 7:30pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: North and South Meeting Rooms Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult Program Type: Class, Health & Wellness Registration Required Seats Remaining: 25 Details: Learn practical gardening tips and how caring for plants supports mental well being. Special Notes Live Only This event will not be recorded for later viewing.
This event is in the "Youth" group. Nov 20 2024 Wed Smart Starts 10:00am - 11:00am This event is in the "Youth" group. Nov 20 2024 Wed Smart Starts 10:00am - 11:00am Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play and Learn Together Details: Drop in for some early literacy learning and play based on a weekly theme. 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.
This event is in the "Youth" group. Nov 20 2024 Wed Smart Starts 2:00pm - 3:00pm This event is in the "Youth" group. Nov 20 2024 Wed Smart Starts 2:00pm - 3:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play and Learn Together Details: Drop in for some early literacy learning and play based on a weekly theme. 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.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group. Nov 20 2024 Wed Social Hour for Adults 50+ 2:30pm - 4:00pm This event is in the "Adult 50+" group. Nov 20 2024 Wed 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.
This event is in the "Youth" group. Nov 20 2024 Wed Let's Upcycle: Library Books 4:00pm - 5:00pm This event is in the "Youth" group. Nov 20 2024 Wed Let's Upcycle: Library Books 4:00pm - 5:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM 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 "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. Nov 20 2024 Wed Holiday Tips and Tricks with Chef Art Smith 7:00pm - 8:00pm Virtual Event 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. Nov 20 2024 Wed Holiday Tips and Tricks with Chef Art Smith 7:00pm - 8:00pm 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 Chef Art Smith to learn about his culinary journey and bring some culinary inspiration into your holiday season.
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. Nov 20 2024 Wed Guitar for Beginners 7:00pm - 8:30pm Registration 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. Nov 20 2024 Wed Guitar for Beginners 7:00pm - 8:30pm 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 Registration Required Seats Remaining: 20 Guitar for Beginners Learn guitar basics from guitarist John Wolaver in an eight-week session in a friendly group setting. Please bring your own guitar. Optionally, participate in a Guitar Performance after the session ends. For age 16 and up.
This event is in the "Youth" group. Nov 21 2024 Thu Smart Starts 10:00am - 11:00am This event is in the "Youth" group. Nov 21 2024 Thu Smart Starts 10:00am - 11:00am Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play and Learn Together Details: Drop in for some early literacy learning and play based on a weekly theme. 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.
This event is in the "Middle School" group. Nov 21 2024 Thu Taste Test Challenge 4:00pm - 5:00pm Registration This event is in the "Middle School" group. Nov 21 2024 Thu Taste Test Challenge 4:00pm - 5:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Middle School Program Type: Social Registration Required Seats Remaining: 16 Details: Test your taste buds as we try to identify some of our favorite snack foods in a blind taste test. Grades 6-8 September: Oreos October: Fizzy Beverages November: Potato Chips 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.
