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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
May
7
2025
Wed
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining:
20
Details:
Listen to a story and create seasonal art. For ages birth-3 and their grownups.
Special Notes
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.
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.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
May
7
2025
Wed
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining:
20
Details:
Listen to a story and create seasonal art. For ages birth-3 and their grownups.
Special Notes
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.
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.
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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.
May
8
2025
Thu
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.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
May
10
2025
Sat
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.
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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.
May
10
2025
Sat
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.
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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.
Youth,
Middle School,
High School,
College and Young Adult,
Adult,
Adult 50+
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.
May
4
2025
Sun
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Picnic Tables near the Library Parking Lot
Age Group:
Youth,
Middle School,
High School,
College and Young Adult,
Adult,
Adult 50+
Program Type:
Class
Details:
Trade houseplants, garden veggies, or flowers of any size for other plants!
Special Notes
Weather Permitting
Outdoor programs may be cancelled in case of rain or other unfavorable conditions. If you have registered and the program is cancelled, you will be notified by phone. Otherwise, check our social media for weather-related updates.
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This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
May
5
2025
Mon
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Pearl Buck
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
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This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.
May
7
2025
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 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.
May
6
2025
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 "High School" group.
This event is in the "College and Young Adult" group.
High School,
College and Young Adult
This event is in the "High School" group.
This event is in the "College and Young Adult" group.
May
5
2025
Mon
Laser-Engraved DIY Dice Trays
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
The Workshop
Age Group:
High School,
College and Young Adult
Program Type:
Maker
Required
Seats Remaining:
10
Details:
Construct and engrave your own leather dice tray while learning how to use the laser engraver in The Workshop to create other customized gear for your TTRPG games.
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.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
May
6
2025
Tue
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Play and Learn Together
Required
Seats Remaining:
4
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.
May
6
2025
Tue
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Play and Learn Together
Required
Seats Remaining:
4
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.
May
6
2025
Tue
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Play and Learn Together
Required
Seats Remaining:
4
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.
May
6
2025
Tue
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Play and Learn Together
Required
Seats Remaining:
4
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.
May
7
2025
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:
8
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.
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.
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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.
May
7
2025
Wed
Guitar for Beginners- Rehearsal
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
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.
Details:
Meeting room set aside for informal rehearsal before evening performance.
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.
May
7
2025
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:
8
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. 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.
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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.
May
7
2025
Wed
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
2nd Floor Atrium East
Age Group:
High School,
College and Young Adult,
Adult,
Adult 50+
Program Type:
Performance
Required
Seats Remaining:
200
Details:
Listen to members of the Guitar for Beginners group perform a mini concert. For adults and high school students.
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 "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.
May
8
2025
Thu
Thursday Evening Book Club
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
North and South Meeting Rooms
Age Group:
College and Young Adult,
Adult,
Adult 50+
Program Type:
Book Discussion
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:
Intermezzo by Sally Rooney
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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