This event is in the "Youth" group Mar 11 2026 Wed Pajamas and Popcorn Storytime 6:00pm–7:00pm Youth This event is in the "Youth" group Mar 11 2026 Wed Pajamas and Popcorn Storytime 6:00pm–7:00pm 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, enjoypopcorn followed by open play. For kids of all ages 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. 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 Mar 12 2026 Thu Smart Starts 10:00am–11:00am Youth This event is in the "Youth" group Mar 12 2026 Thu Smart Starts 10:00am–11:00am Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Play and Learn Together Smart Starts 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 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. 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 "Adult 50+" group Mar 12 2026 Thu Donuts and Bingo 10:30am–11:30am Adult 50+ This event is in the "Adult 50+" group Mar 12 2026 Thu Donuts and Bingo 10:30am–11:30am Location: Main Street Recreation Center Age Group: Adult 50+ Program Type: Social Donuts and Bingo Enjoy bingo, coffee, and donuts. One bingo card per participant. Coffee, donuts, and bingo cards are provided, and prizes will be awarded to the winners. This free drop-in activity is offered in partnership with the Glen Ellyn Park District.
This event is in the "Middle School" group Mar 12 2026 Thu Bring Your Own Book Club 4:00pm–5:00pm Middle School Registration Required This event is in the "Middle School" group Mar 12 2026 Thu Bring Your Own Book Club 4:00pm–5:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: The Middle Age Group: Middle School Program Type: Book Discussion Registration Required Details: No assigned reading. No stress. Just books you enjoy and people who love talking about them. Bring any book you’re currently enjoying and share it with other readers while snacking. Grades 6-8. 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 Mar 12 2026 Thu LEGO Lab 4:00pm–5:00pm Youth Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group Mar 12 2026 Thu LEGO Lab 4:00pm–5:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: STEAM Registration Required Details: Discover more ways to play and learn with LEGO! March – Build It! LEGO Challenge April – Make prints with LEGOs May – Write code with LEGO Spike 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 "Middle School" group This event is in the "High School" group Mar 12 2026 Thu Let's Play Dungeons and Dragons 4:00pm–5:00pm Middle School, High School Registration Required This event is in the "Middle School" group This event is in the "High School" group Mar 12 2026 Thu Let's Play Dungeons and Dragons 4:00pm–5:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Shakespeare Room Age Group: Middle School, High School Program Type: Class, Social Registration Required
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 Mar 12 2026 Thu Thursday Evening Book Club 7:00pm–8:00pm College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Registration Required 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 Mar 12 2026 Thu Thursday Evening Book Club 7:00pm–8:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Shakespeare Room Age Group: College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Book Discussion Registration Required Details: Thursday Evening Book Club Copies of book discussion titles are available at the Adult Desk, or you can request a copy for pick up at the drive-up window by calling the Adult Desk at 630-790-6630 or emailing reference@gepl.org. The Nickel Boys By Colson Whitehead
This event is in the "Youth" group Mar 13 2026 Fri American Girl Doll Adventures: Felicity 4:00pm–5:00pm Youth Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group Mar 13 2026 Fri American Girl Doll Adventures: Felicity 4:00pm–5:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: America 250, Play and Learn Together Registration Required Details: Celebrate America’s 250th birthday and learn about Felicity and the American Revolution through crafts and other hands-on activities. Bring your own doll or stuffed animal to join the fun. For grades 1-5. 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 "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 Mar 14 2026 Sat Friends Used Book Sale 9:00am–2:00pm High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ 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 Mar 14 2026 Sat Friends Used Book Sale 9:00am–2:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Basement - Friends Area Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Volunteer Friends Used Book Sale Purchase quality, gently-used books at discount prices from the Friends of the Library. For sales that take place in the Basement Friends Area, please take the elevator to the basement of the library.
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 Mar 14 2026 Sat Tech Help Drop In 1:00pm–3:00pm High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ 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 Mar 14 2026 Sat Tech Help Drop In 1:00pm–3:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: 2nd Floor of the Library Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Computers & Technology Tech Help Drop-In Stop by with your questions or to troubleshoot an app or device issue on your laptop, tablet, or phone.
This event is in the "Youth" group Mar 14 2026 Sat American Girl Doll Adventures: Felicity 2:00pm–3:00pm Youth Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group Mar 14 2026 Sat American Girl Doll Adventures: Felicity 2:00pm–3:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: America 250, Play and Learn Together Registration Required Details: Celebrate America’s 250th birthday and learn about Felicity and the American Revolution through crafts and other hands-on activities. Bring your own doll or stuffed animal to join the fun. For grades 1-5. 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 "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 Mar 15 2026 Sun Friends Used Book Sale 1:00pm–4:00pm High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ 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 Mar 15 2026 Sun Friends Used Book Sale 1:00pm–4:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Basement - Friends Area Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Volunteer Details: Friends Used Book Sale Purchase quality, gently-used books at discount prices from the Friends of the Library. For sales that take place in the Basement Friends Area, please take the elevator to the basement of the library. $10 per bag of most items
This event is in the "Youth" group Mar 15 2026 Sun OneInMath 2:30pm–3:30pm Youth This event is in the "Youth" group Mar 15 2026 Sun OneInMath 2:30pm–3:30pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room 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 sign up to volunteer. 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.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group Mar 16 2026 Mon Remember When 2:00pm–3:00pm Adult 50+ Registration Required This event is in the "Adult 50+" group Mar 16 2026 Mon Remember When 2:00pm–3:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: North and South Meeting Rooms Age Group: Adult 50+ Program Type: America 250, Performance Registration Required Details: Nostalgic humorist Todd Hunt will recall when times were simpler growing up in small-town America. There was just one flavor of Cheerios, humans answered the phone, and pet rocks and mood rings were the rage!
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 Mar 16 2026 Mon Make and Take: Embroidered Keychain 2:00pm–4:00pm High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Registration Required 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 Mar 16 2026 Mon Make and Take: Embroidered Keychain 2:00pm–4:00pm 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 machine embroidery basics while making a stylish accessory for your keys or backpack. Special Notes 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.
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 Mar 16 2026 Mon Make and Take: Embroidered Keychain 5:00pm–7:00pm High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Registration Required 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 Mar 16 2026 Mon Make and Take: Embroidered Keychain 5:00pm–7:00pm 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 machine embroidery basics while making a stylish accessory for your keys or backpack. Special Notes 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.
This event is in the "Adult" group Mar 16 2026 Mon Library Board of Trustees Meeting 7:00pm–9:00pm Adult This event is in the "Adult" group Mar 16 2026 Mon Library Board of Trustees Meeting 7:00pm–9:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Board Room Age Group: Adult 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 Mar 17 2026 Tue Smart Starts 10:00am–11:00am Youth This event is in the "Youth" group Mar 17 2026 Tue Smart Starts 10:00am–11:00am Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Play and Learn Together Smart Starts 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 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. 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 Mar 17 2026 Tue After School Snack Attack 4:00pm–5:00pm Youth Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group Mar 17 2026 Tue After School Snack Attack 4:00pm–5:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Play and Learn Together Registration Required Details: Learn basic food prep skills to create your own treats to eat! 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 Mar 17 2026 Tue Bluestem Book Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Youth Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group Mar 17 2026 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 Details: Preview a Bluestem book each month while eating pizza supplied by the library. Listen to the first chapter of the book and then participate in a fun activity. Please register for each month separately. Best 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 Mar 18 2026 Wed Smart Starts 10:00am–11:00am Youth This event is in the "Youth" group Mar 18 2026 Wed Smart Starts 10:00am–11:00am Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Play and Learn Together Smart Starts 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 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. 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 "Adult 50+" group Mar 18 2026 Wed Social Hour for Adults 50+ 2:30pm–4:00pm Adult 50+ This event is in the "Adult 50+" group Mar 18 2026 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 provided.
This event is in the "High School" group Mar 18 2026 Wed Global Taste Test 3:30pm–4:30pm High School Registration Required This event is in the "High School" group Mar 18 2026 Wed Global Taste Test 3:30pm–4:30pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Shakespeare Room Age Group: High School Program Type: Class Registration Required Details: Taste and rate snacks provided by Universal Yums from countries around the world! 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 Mar 18 2026 Wed Imagination Nation 4:00pm–4:30pm Youth This event is in the "Youth" group Mar 18 2026 Wed Imagination Nation 4:00pm–4:30pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Play and Learn Together Details: Gather for a shared story then engage in imaginative play based on the book of the month. For pre-k 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. 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.
