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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.
Middle School,
High School,
College and Young Adult,
Adult,
Adult 50+
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
9
2024
Sat
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Basement - Friends Area
Age Group:
Middle School,
High School,
College and Young Adult,
Adult,
Adult 50+
Program Type:
Used Book Sale,
Volunteer
FoL Used Book Sale
Purchase quality, gently-used books at discount prices from the Friends of the Library (FoL).
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Nov
5
2024
Tue
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
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 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.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Nov
6
2024
Wed
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
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 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.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Nov
7
2024
Thu
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
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 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" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Nov
7
2024
Thu
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Pearl Buck
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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 "College and Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.
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.
Nov
8
2024
Fri
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Basement - Friends Area
Age Group:
College and Young Adult,
Adult,
Adult 50+
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 "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Nov
7
2024
Thu
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Pearl Buck
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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 "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.
Nov
5
2024
Tue
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
North and South Meeting Rooms
Age Group:
Youth,
Middle School
Program Type:
STEAM
Details:
Explore dino-themed STEAM topics. Staff will be available to discuss homeschool services. For grades k-8.
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.
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This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Nov
9
2024
Sat
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
2nd Floor of the Library
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Details:
Drop in with your questions or to troubleshoot an app or device issue on your laptop, tablet, or phone.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Nov
3
2024
Sun
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 "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Nov
6
2024
Wed
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Play and Learn Together
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.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.
Nov
6
2024
Wed
Social Hour for Adults 50+
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.
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This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.
Nov
5
2024
Tue
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
North Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adult,
Adult 50+
Program Type:
Social
Details:
LaVon K. Lenaway, Dementia Care Educator, will lead an open support group for caregivers to connect with others and share experiences about providing care for someone with memory impairment.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Nov
5
2024
Tue
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Play and Learn Together
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:
Read aloud to a registered therapy dog. Furry friends provide a low-stress environment to practice and gain reading confidence. 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 "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Nov
5
2024
Tue
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Play and Learn Together
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:
Read aloud to a registered therapy dog. Furry friends provide a low-stress environment to practice and gain reading confidence. 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 "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Nov
5
2024
Tue
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Play and Learn Together
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:
Read aloud to a registered therapy dog. Furry friends provide a low-stress environment to practice and gain reading confidence. 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 "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Nov
5
2024
Tue
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Play and Learn Together
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:
Read aloud to a registered therapy dog. Furry friends provide a low-stress environment to practice and gain reading confidence. 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.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.
Nov
6
2024
Wed
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Middle School
Program Type:
Computers & Technology,
Games & Video Gaming,
Maker,
STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Beginner 3D Printing
Learn how to use Tinkercad to design the project of the month and 3D print the item to keep! Please register for each month separately. Prior month's attendance is not necessary. For grades 3-8.
Details:
September: Minecraft Animal
October: Jack-O'-Lantern
November: Fidget Star
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. 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.
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This event is in the "Middle School" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.
Nov
7
2024
Thu
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Middle School
Program Type:
Social
Details:
Share your love of vinyl records with fellow music lovers. Bring in an album or two and spin a few tracks for the group. For grades 6-8 (with or without vinyl to share).
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.
Nov
6
2024
Wed
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Middle School
Program Type:
Computers & Technology,
Games & Video Gaming,
Maker,
STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Intermediate 3D Printing
Kids who are familiar with Tinkercad, use Tinkercad to create your own design and 3D print the item to keep! Please register for each month separately. Prior month's attendance is not necessary. For grades 3-8.
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. 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.
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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.
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.
Nov
4
2024
Mon
Novel Quest Writing Session
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
The Lounge
Age Group:
High School,
College and Young Adult,
Adult,
Adult 50+
Program Type:
Class
Details:
Grab your laptop or other writing materials and join fellow local writers undertaking their Novel Quest. During this dedicated writing session, get motivated to accomplish your writing goals.
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This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Nov
6
2024
Wed
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Board Room
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Volunteer
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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.
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.
Nov
6
2024
Wed
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
Required
Seats Remaining:
3
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 50+" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.
Nov
7
2024
Thu
Location:
The Beer Cellar
Age Group:
Adult,
Adult 50+
Program Type:
Social
Trivia Night
Grab some friends or head out by yourself to The Beer Cellar Glen Ellyn for live trivia! For age 21 and up. Please arrive by 6:45 pm to secure space. Teams of four or less are encouraged.
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