This event is in the "Youth" group. Apr 8 2025 Tue Funky Fibers 4:00pm - 5:00pm Youth Registration This event is in the "Youth" group. Apr 8 2025 Tue Funky Fibers 4:00pm - 5:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Seats Remaining: 20 Details: Dive into the fuzzy world of fiber arts! Explore techniques like felting, weaving, knitting, macrame, and more.. For grades 3-5. 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. Apr 8 2025 Tue Reality DuPage: Leave Your Mark 5:30pm - 7:30pm High School Registration This event is in the "High School" group. Apr 8 2025 Tue Reality DuPage: Leave Your Mark 5:30pm - 7:30pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: North and South Meeting Rooms Age Group: High School Program Type: Social, Volunteer Registration Required Seats Remaining: 80 Details: Develop leadership and advocacy skills and make a positive impact in the community by joining other high school students from DuPage County. Volunteer hours are awarded for participation. 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 "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult 50+" group. Apr 8 2025 Tue Tech Help One-on-One 6:00pm - 6:45pm Adult, Adult 50+ Registration This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult 50+" group. Apr 8 2025 Tue Tech Help One-on-One 6:00pm - 6:45pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Pearl Buck Age Group: Adult, Adult 50+ 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. This event is in the "Adult 50+" group. Apr 8 2025 Tue Tech Help One-on-One 6:45pm - 7:30pm Adult, Adult 50+ Registration This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult 50+" group. Apr 8 2025 Tue Tech Help One-on-One 6:45pm - 7:30pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Pearl Buck Age Group: Adult, Adult 50+ 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. Apr 8 2025 Tue Next Chapter Book Club 7:00pm - 8:00pm Adult This event is in the "Adult" group. Apr 8 2025 Tue Next Chapter Book Club 7:00pm - 8:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: The Lounge Age Group: Adult Program Type: Adaptive, Book Discussion 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 "Youth" group. Apr 9 2025 Wed Together Time 9:30am - 10:00am Youth This event is in the "Youth" group. Apr 9 2025 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 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. 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 9 2025 Wed Together Time 10:30am - 11:00am Youth This event is in the "Youth" group. Apr 9 2025 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 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. 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 9 2025 Wed Social Hour for Adults 50+ 2:30pm - 4:00pm Adult 50+ This event is in the "Adult 50+" group. Apr 9 2025 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. 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. Apr 9 2025 Wed Curious Kids 4:00pm - 5:00pm Youth Registration This event is in the "Youth" group. Apr 9 2025 Wed Curious Kids 4:00pm - 5:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Play and Learn Together, STEAM Registration Required Seats Remaining: 20 Details: Embrace your curiosity with creative, collaborative, hands on play and learning! For grades K-2. 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. Apr 9 2025 Wed Milk and Cookie Storytime 6:00pm - 7:00pm Youth This event is in the "Youth" group. Apr 9 2025 Wed Milk and Cookie Storytime 6:00pm - 7:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Play and Learn Together, Storytime 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. This event is in the "Adult 50+" group. Apr 9 2025 Wed Guitar for Beginners 7:00pm - 8:30pm High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ 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. Apr 9 2025 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.
Apr 10 2025 Thu Meeting Room Reservations Open for June, July, August All Day Apr 10 2025 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" group. This event is in the "Adult 50+" group. Apr 10 2025 Thu Donuts and BINGO 10:30am - 11:30pm Adult, Adult 50+ This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult 50+" group. Apr 10 2025 Thu Donuts and BINGO 10:30am - 11:30pm 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 provided, and prizes awarded to winners.
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 10 2025 Thu Hokusai Lecture with Diana Martinez 7:00pm - 8:00pm High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ 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. Apr 10 2025 Thu Hokusai Lecture with Diana Martinez 7:00pm - 8:00pm 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 Seats Remaining: 50 Details: Diana Martinez will share the background of the Japanese art form known as “Ukiyo-e,” or “floating world images,” in which artists depict an idealized world of grandeur, class, wit, style, and pleasure, created during Japan’s Edo Period (1603-1868 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 "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. Apr 10 2025 Thu The Art of Foraging with Alexis Nikole Nelson 7:00pm - 8:00pm Youth, Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Virtual Event 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. Apr 10 2025 Thu The Art of Foraging with Alexis Nikole Nelson 7:00pm - 8:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Virtual Program Age Group: Youth, Middle School, 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: Alexis Nikole Nelson is a forager and an outdoor educator using her platforms, TikTok account alexisnikole and Instagram page blackforager, to celebrate all the edible plants hiding in plain sight.
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 10 2025 Thu Thursday Evening Book Club 7:00pm - 8:00pm College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ 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. Apr 10 2025 Thu Thursday Evening Book Club 7:00pm - 8:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: The Lounge 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: The Hazelbourne Ladies Motorcycle & Flying Club by Helen Simonson 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.
Apr 11 2025 Fri Library Closed for Staff In-Service Day All Day Closing Apr 11 2025 Fri Closing Library Closed for Staff In-Service Day All Day Branches: Glen Ellyn Public Library Description: The library building (including the drive-up window and The Cafe) will be closed to allow library staff to participate in training and professional development activities.
This event is in the "Youth" group. Apr 12 2025 Sat Wendy & DB: Live Music for Kids! 10:30am - 11:15am Youth Registration This event is in the "Youth" group. Apr 12 2025 Sat Wendy & DB: Live Music for Kids! 10:30am - 11:15am Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: 2nd Floor Atrium East Age Group: Youth Program Type: Performance Registration Required Seats Remaining: 120 Details: Celebrate our 1K Club finishers at this special event where we will sing, dance, and jump along with award-winning children’s music duo, Wendy & DB! 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. For Adults and Kids of All Ages Please register all attendees, adults and children, for this event. 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" group. This event is in the "Adult 50+" group. Apr 12 2025 Sat Tech Help Drop In 1:00pm - 3:00pm Adult, Adult 50+ This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult 50+" group. Apr 12 2025 Sat Tech Help Drop In 1:00pm - 3:00pm 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.
This event is in the "Youth" group. Apr 13 2025 Sun OneInMath 2:30pm - 3:30pm Youth This event is in the "Youth" group. Apr 13 2025 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. 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 "Youth" group. Apr 14 2025 Mon Book Babies 9:30am - 10:00am Youth This event is in the "Youth" group. Apr 14 2025 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 up to 24 months 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. 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 "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 14 2025 Mon Machine-Embroidered Keychain 10:00am - 12:00pm High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ 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. Apr 14 2025 Mon Machine-Embroidered Keychain 10:00am - 12:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: The Workshop Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Maker Registration Required Seats Remaining: 6 Details: Learn machine embroidery basics while making a stylish accessory for your keys or backpack. 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. 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 18 years of age must have a parent or legal guardian sign the agreement on their behalf.
This event is in the "Youth" group. Apr 14 2025 Mon Book Babies 10:30am - 11:00am Youth This event is in the "Youth" group. Apr 14 2025 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 up to 24 months 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. 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 14 2025 Mon Machine-Embroidered Keychain for Grades 3-5 4:00pm - 5:00pm Youth Registration This event is in the "Youth" group. Apr 14 2025 Mon Machine-Embroidered Keychain 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: 8 Details: Learn machine embroidery basics while making a stylish accessory for your keys or backpack. 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. 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 18 years of age must have a parent or legal guardian sign the agreement on their behalf. 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.
