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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Youth" group
Jun
24
2025
Tue
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Lake Ellyn Park
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Storytime
Storytime in the Park
Come out to your favorite neighborhood parks for songs, rhymes and stories. Don’t forget to bring a blanket and bug spray! 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.
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 the library's social media for weather-related updates.
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 "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
Jun
25
2025
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Basement - Friends Area
Age Group:
College and Young Adult,
Adult,
Adult 50+
Program Type:
Volunteer
Friends 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.
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Youth" group
Jun
25
2025
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Glen Ellyn Manor Park
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Storytime
Storytime in the Park
Come out to your favorite neighborhood parks for songs, rhymes and stories. Don’t forget to bring a blanket and bug spray! 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.
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 the library's social media for weather-related updates.
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
Jun
26
2025
Thu
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Village Green Park
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Storytime
Storytime in the Park
Come out to your favorite neighborhood parks for songs, rhymes and stories. Don’t forget to bring a blanket and bug spray! 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.
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 the library's social media for weather-related updates.
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
Jun
27
2025
Fri
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:
Arts & Crafts
Details:
Drop in to paint, stamp, weave, glue, and tape your way through a month of amazing crafts! 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.
Jun
27
2025
Fri
Glen Ellyn Youth and Family Services Tabling
This is not a library-sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Lobby
Purpose
They will be tabling to educate the public about GEYFS services.
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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Youth" group
Jun
24
2025
Tue
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Library Parking Lot
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Games & Video Gaming,
Special Event
Details:
Play your favorite video games with your friends in style on the Mobile Extreme Gaming Bus. For grades 3-5.
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.
Rain or Shine
This is a rain or shine event, but it will be cancelled in case of severe weather.
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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
Jun
25
2025
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Toni Morrison
Age Group:
Adult,
Adult 50+
Program Type:
Class
Details:
Are you a writer, or someone who wants to Just Write? Drop in weekly for some structure and community. Start with a short writing exercise, write on your own for an hour, and end with an opportunity to talk about what you wrote.
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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
Jun
23
2025
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,
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.
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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
Jun
24
2025
Tue
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Library Parking Lot
Age Group:
Youth,
Middle School
Program Type:
Games & Video Gaming,
Special Event
Details:
Play your favorite video games with your friends in style on the Mobile Extreme Gaming Bus. For grades 3-8.
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.
Rain or Shine
This is a rain or shine event, but it will be cancelled in case of severe weather.
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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Youth" group
Jun
25
2025
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:
Arts & Crafts
Details:
Celebrate the newest theatrical release of How to Train Your Dragon by learning how to paint your very own Toothless! Snacks and sips provided.
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 "Adult 50+" group
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group
Jun
25
2025
Wed
Social Hour for Adults 50+
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 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 "High School" group
This event is in the "High School" group
Jun
23
2025
Mon
Cancelled
Creative Wellness Series: Music as a Coping Skill
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:
Health & Wellness
Details:
Curate a personal playlist through talking about why specific songs offer comfort, affirmation, or excitement. Explore sound science to learn how music can regulate emotions to help you focus or study.
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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
Jun
24
2025
Tue
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Library Parking Lot
Age Group:
Youth,
Middle School
Program Type:
Games & Video Gaming,
Special Event
Details:
Play your favorite video games with your friends in style on the Mobile Extreme Gaming Bus. For grades 3-8.
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.
Rain or Shine
This is a rain or shine event, but it will be cancelled in case of severe weather.
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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Youth" group
Jun
25
2025
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:
Arts & Crafts
Details:
Celebrate the newest theatrical release of How to Train Your Dragon by learning how to paint your very own Toothless! Snacks and sips provided. For grades 3-5.
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.
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 "Middle School" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group
Jun
24
2025
Tue
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Library Parking Lot
Age Group:
Middle School
Program Type:
Games & Video Gaming,
Special Event
Details:
Play your favorite video games with your friends in style on the Mobile Extreme Gaming Bus. For 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.
Rain or Shine
This is a rain or shine event, but it will be cancelled in case of severe weather.
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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
Jun
24
2025
Tue
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Library Parking Lot
Age Group:
High School,
College and Young Adult
Program Type:
Games & Video Gaming,
Special Event
Details:
Play your favorite video games with your friends in style on the Mobile Extreme Gaming Bus. For high school and young adult.
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.
Rain or Shine
This is a rain or shine event, but it will be cancelled in case of severe weather.
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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
Jun
23
2025
Mon
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
The Workshop
Age Group:
High School,
College and Young Adult,
Adult,
Adult 50+
Program Type:
Maker
Special Notes
Helpful Computer Skills for Maker Projects
Most maker projects require a design file that is uploaded to the software that runs the equipment. For this reason, the following skills are very helpful. Ability to use a keyboard to copy and paste Ability to use a mouse to double-click and left-click, click-and-drag and highlight text, and scroll Ability to navigate file directories, open and rename files Knowledge of how to use a flash drive Patience using a computer for up to an hour
DigitalLearn.org is a great resource for anyone who would like to enhance their computer skills. The library's goal is for programs to be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please call 630-469-0879 or email reference@gepl.org.
Maker Program
Supplies provided. Maker programs are available to Glen Ellyn Public Library cardholders. 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 age 18 must have a parent or legal guardian sign the agreement on their behalf.
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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
Jun
24
2025
Tue
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Library Parking Lot
Age Group:
High School,
College and Young Adult
Program Type:
Games & Video Gaming,
Special Event
Details:
Play your favorite video games with your friends in style on the Mobile Extreme Gaming Bus. For high school and young adult.
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.
Rain or Shine
This is a rain or shine event, but it will be cancelled in case of severe weather.
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