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Oct
11
2019
Fri
Closing
Library Closed for In-Service Day
Branches:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Description:
The library will be closed for staff development and training.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Oct
9
2019
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Storytime
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Oct
10
2019
Thu
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Storytime
Itty Bitty Babies
Enjoy cuddling, singing, lapsit bouncing, and baby’s first stories in this session especially for our littlest readers. Expectant parents are welcome, as it’s never too early to start reading aloud to your baby. After storytime, grownups can socialize while the babies play. For birth to 9 months and their grownups.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Oct
12
2019
Sat
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Adaptive,
Arts & Crafts
Sensory Saturday
These hands-on, sensory-friendly art and play stations feature opportunities to smell, touch, see, hear, and explore. A licensed physical therapist, occupational therapist, or speech therapist from Westside Children’s Therapy will be available to support children of all abilities and their families. For birth-5 years.
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 "High School" group.
This event is in the "High School" group.
Oct
12
2019
Sat
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
North and South Meeting Rooms
Age Group:
High School
Program Type:
Class
Required
Seats Remaining:
24
Details:
Avoid test day jitters by taking a full-length practice test provided by College Nannies + Sitters + Tutors. Bring multiple sharpened #2 pencils and an approved calculator.
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This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Oct
9
2019
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Basement - Friends Area
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Volunteer
FoL Book Sort
The Friends operate a used book sale area in the library basement and hold public sales approximately every other month. To prepare for these sales, volunteers process and shelve donated items. Sorts are a great opportunity to socialize, chat about books, and help your library.
If you are interested in helping out, please email friends@gepl.org to schedule an orientation session.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Oct
12
2019
Sat
Fall StoryWalk®: Dragons Love Tacos
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Storytime
Details:
What do dragons and tacos have in common? Find out at Prairie Path Park (between Park Blvd. & Forest Ave.) by reading the StoryWalk® book Dragons Love Tacos by Adam Rubin with our special guest. For kids of all ages.
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This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Oct
9
2019
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Shakespeare Room
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Required
Seats Remaining:
10
Details:
Bring your lunch and discuss Miracle Creek by Angie Kim. Coffee and dessert will be provided. Copies of Miracle Creek are available on the 2nd floor near the study rooms.
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This event is in the "High School" group.
This event is in the "High School" group.
Oct
8
2019
Tue
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
High School Room
Homework Cafe
High school students can head to the library after school to enjoy hot chocolate, library laptops, and a quiet(ish) place to study.
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This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Oct
9
2019
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Maya Angelou
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Class,
Computers & Technology
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" group.
Oct
9
2019
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Maya Angelou
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Class,
Computers & Technology
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.
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This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Oct
10
2019
Thu
Dementia and Alzheimer's Caregiver's Support Group
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
North Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining:
8
This event is in the "High School" group.
This event is in the "High School" group.
Oct
10
2019
Thu
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
High School Room
Homework Cafe
High school students can head to the library after school to enjoy hot chocolate, library laptops, and a quiet(ish) place to study.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Oct
6
2019
Sun
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
North and South Meeting Rooms
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Class,
STEAM
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This event is in the "High School" group.
This event is in the "High School" group.
Oct
8
2019
Tue
Geek Talk Post-Premiere: Joker
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
High School Room
Details:
Need to rant about the new film? Gotta let loose about X-Men Dark Phoenix, or trade theories about Star Wars Rise of Skywalker? Want the inside scoop on trending videogames and graphic novels?
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This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Oct
9
2019
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Maya Angelou
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Class,
Computers & Technology
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" group.
Oct
9
2019
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Maya Angelou
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Class,
Computers & Technology
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.
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This event is in the "High School" group.
This event is in the "High School" group.
Oct
10
2019
Thu
Magic: The Gathering Club
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
High School Room
Age Group:
High School
Program Type:
Games & Video Gaming,
Social
Magic: The Gathering Club
Become a Planeswalker at the library's Magic: The Gathering Club! We'll provide cards and snacks, along with experts to teach. Every so often, we'll even play Booster Draft and give away free packs. All skill levels are welcome—no prior experience is necessary, so just show up! If you already have your own MTG deck, bring it along and meet new friends to challenge. For ages 13 and up.
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This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Oct
7
2019
Mon
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
North and South Meeting Rooms
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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.
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This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Oct
8
2019
Tue
Drop-In Genealogy Workshop
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Internet Lab
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Genealogy
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Oct
8
2019
Tue
NaNoWriMo Prep Workshop: How to Use Your Character's Actions and Reactions to Build an Emotional Scene and Drive Your Plot Forward
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
North and South Meeting Rooms
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Class
Required
Seats Remaining:
50
Details:
It’s an author’s job to develop characters who struggle, discover, and change. Learn how to apply the principle of “show don’t tell.”
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This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Oct
9
2019
Wed
Journey Writer's Workshop
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Shakespeare Room
Journey Writer's Workshop
Meet other fiction writers and improve your writing skills by giving and receiving constructive critiques.
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This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Oct
10
2019
Thu
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Shakespeare Room
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Required
Seats Remaining:
10
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:
Miracle Creek by Angie Kim
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