Apr 5 2026 Sun Library Closed for Easter All Day Closing Apr 5 2026 Sun Closing Library Closed for Easter All Day Branches: Glen Ellyn Public Library Description: The library building (including the drive-up window, The Cafe, and The Workshop) will be closed for Easter.
This event is in the "Youth" group Apr 6 2026 Mon Book Babies 9:30am–10:00am Youth This event is in the "Youth" group Apr 6 2026 Mon Book Babies 9:30am–10:00am Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytime Details: Bring baby for rhymes, songs, and playtime with other babies. 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. 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 Apr 6 2026 Mon Book Babies 10:30am–11:00am Youth This event is in the "Youth" group Apr 6 2026 Mon Book Babies 10:30am–11:00am Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytime Details: Bring baby for rhymes, songs, and playtime with other babies. 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. 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 "College and Young Adult" group This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Adult 50+" group Apr 6 2026 Mon Vitalant Blood Drive 2:00pm–6:30pm College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ 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 Apr 6 2026 Mon Vitalant Blood Drive 2:00pm–6:30pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: North and South Meeting Rooms Age Group: College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Health & Wellness Vitalant Blood Drive Schedule your donation appointment at vitalant.org or call 877-25-VITAL. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are recommended.
This event is in the "Youth" group Apr 6 2026 Mon Adaptive Storytime 7:00pm–7:30pm Youth This event is in the "Youth" group Apr 6 2026 Mon Adaptive Storytime 7:00pm–7:30pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Adaptive, Storytime Details: Enjoy books, songs, and rhymes with a visual schedule and a modified environment. For children 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. 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 Apr 7 2026 Tue Together Time 9:30am–10:00am Youth This event is in the "Youth" group Apr 7 2026 Tue Together Time 9:30am–10:00am Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytime Together Time Dynamic session promoting child and grownup bonding through creating, singing, playing, and sharing stories together. Twenty name tags (children only). 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. 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.
This event is in the "Youth" group Apr 7 2026 Tue Together Time 10:30am–11:00am Youth This event is in the "Youth" group Apr 7 2026 Tue Together Time 10:30am–11:00am Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytime Together Time Dynamic session promoting child and grownup bonding through creating, singing, playing, and sharing stories together. Twenty name tags (children only). 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. 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.
This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Adult 50+" group Apr 7 2026 Tue Dementia Caregiver Support Group 3:30pm–4:30pm Adult, Adult 50+ This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Adult 50+" group Apr 7 2026 Tue Dementia Caregiver Support Group 3:30pm–4:30pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: North Meeting Room Age Group: Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Dementia Friendly Dementia Caregiver Support Group LaVon K. Lenaway, Dementia Care Educator, leads an open support group for caregivers to connect with others and share experiences about providing care for someone with memory impairment. Sponsored by Arden Courts ProMedica Memory Care Glen Ellyn.
This event is in the "Youth" group Apr 7 2026 Tue The Postal Project 4:00pm–5:00pm Youth Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group Apr 7 2026 Tue The Postal Project 4:00pm–5:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play and Learn Together Registration Required Details: Get your snail mail on during National Card and Letter Writing Month in April by writing and decorating postcards and letters to send to friends and loved ones! 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 "Youth" group Apr 8 2026 Wed Together Time 9:30am–10:00am Youth This event is in the "Youth" group Apr 8 2026 Wed Together Time 9:30am–10:00am Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytime Together Time Dynamic session promoting child and grownup bonding through creating, singing, playing, and sharing stories together. Twenty name tags (children only). 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. 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.
This event is in the "Youth" group Apr 8 2026 Wed Together Time 10:30am–11:00am Youth This event is in the "Youth" group Apr 8 2026 Wed Together Time 10:30am–11:00am Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytime Together Time Dynamic session promoting child and grownup bonding through creating, singing, playing, and sharing stories together. Twenty name tags (children only). 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. 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.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group Apr 8 2026 Wed Social Hour for Adults 50+ 2:30pm–4:00pm Adult 50+ This event is in the "Adult 50+" group Apr 8 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 Apr 8 2026 Wed High School Snack Challenge 3:30pm–4:30pm High School This event is in the "High School" group Apr 8 2026 Wed High School Snack Challenge 3:30pm–4:30pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: High School Room Age Group: High School Program Type: Social Details: Face the Young Adult Librarian in this month’s challenge to get a free snack.
This event is in the "Youth" group Apr 8 2026 Wed The Postal Project 4:00pm–5:00pm Youth Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group Apr 8 2026 Wed The Postal Project 4:00pm–5:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play and Learn Together Registration Required Details: Get your snail mail on during National Card and Letter Writing Month in April by writing and decorating postcards and letters to send to friends and loved ones! 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 "Youth" group Apr 8 2026 Wed Pajamas and Popcorn Storytime 6:00pm–7:00pm Youth This event is in the "Youth" group Apr 8 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 "High School" group This event is in the "College and Young Adult" group This event is in the "Adult" group Apr 8 2026 Wed Parent Yourself First: Become the Parent You Want to Be 7:00pm–8:00pm High School, College and Young Adult, Adult 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 Apr 8 2026 Wed Parent Yourself First: Become the Parent You Want to Be 7:00pm–8:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Virtual Program Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult Program Type: Class Details: Glenbard Parent Series (GPS) Join other parents, high school and middle school students, and professionals to learn about issues facing today’s youth. The Glenbard Parent Series engages top experts, parents, and school staff to become proactive and informed in pursuit of the mutual goal to strengthen our communities. Programs are free and open to the public. Kappadakunnel comes to GPS with a compassionate and powerful guide that demonstrates you can still be a great parent even if you didn’t have one yourself.
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 Apr 8 2026 Wed Guitar for Beginners 7:00pm–8:30pm 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 Apr 8 2026 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, Performance Details: Learn guitar basics from guitarist John Wolaver in a nine-week session in a friendly group setting. Please bring your own guitar. Optionally, participate in a performance at the end of the session. For ages 16 and up.
Apr 9 2026 Thu Meeting Room Reservations Open for June, July, August All Day Apr 9 2026 Thu Meeting Room Reservations Open for June, July, August All Day Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Details: Reservations for the North and South Meeting Rooms and the Shakespeare Room on the 2nd floor open the second Thursday of April for reservations in June, July, and August.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group Apr 9 2026 Thu Donuts and Bingo 10:30am–11:30am Adult 50+ This event is in the "Adult 50+" group Apr 9 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 Apr 9 2026 Thu Bring Your Own Book Club 4:00pm–5:00pm Middle School Registration Required This event is in the "Middle School" group Apr 9 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 Apr 9 2026 Thu LEGO Lab 4:00pm–5:00pm Youth Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group Apr 9 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 Apr 9 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 Apr 9 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 "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 Apr 9 2026 Thu Open Mic Night 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 Apr 9 2026 Thu Open Mic Night 5:00pm–7:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: 2nd Floor Atrium East Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: America 250, Performance Registration Required Details: Writers and musicians from The Awakenings Project will share original pieces. Members of the public are also invited to share original works.
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 Apr 9 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 Apr 9 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. She’s a Lamb! By Meredith Hambrock
