Week Calendar

On narrow displays, the weekly calendar is wider than the screen. You can side-scroll within this table to view events and reservations for the whole week.

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9 am						This event is in the "Youth" group Brilliant Babies 9:30am–10:00am Youth This event is in the "Youth" group 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: Play and Learn Together Details: Bring baby to a special playtime at the library with craft, sensory, and activity stations. Fifteen name tags (children only). For birth-24 months 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. 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.
10 am			This event is in the "Youth" group Smart Starts 10:00am–11:00am Youth This event is in the "Youth" group 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, 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 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. 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 Smart Starts 10:00am–11:00am Youth This event is in the "Youth" group 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, 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 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. 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" group Friends Book Sort 10:00am–12:00pm Adult This event is in the "Adult" group 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 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 "Adult" group This event is in the "Adult 50+" group Donuts and BINGO 10:30am–11:30am Adult, Adult 50+ This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Adult 50+" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Location: Main Street Recreation Center Age Group: Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Social Details: Enjoy bingo, coffee, and donuts at Main Street Recreation Center on the 2nd Thursday of each month. Games are from 10:30 am-11:30 am. One bingo card per participant.	This event is in the "Youth" group Brilliant Babies 10:30am–11:00am Youth This event is in the "Youth" group 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: Play and Learn Together Details: Bring baby to a special playtime at the library with craft, sensory, and activity stations. Fifteen name tags (children only). For birth-24 months 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. 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.	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 Equipment Basics: Sublimation Printer and Heat Press 10:00am–11:30am High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Registration Required 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 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 Registration Required Equipment Basics Staff-led program to learn basic skills using a piece of equipment by working on a beginner-level project. Please see Helpful Computer Skills for Maker Projects. 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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1 pm		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 Make and Take: Laser-Cut Acrylic Pie Topper 1:00pm–3:00pm High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Registration Required 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 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 Registration Required Details: Make and Take Staff-led program to use makerspace equipment to make a specific item to take home. Please see Helpful Computer Skills for Maker Projects. Spruce up your baked goods! Learn how to use the laser and cut decorative acrylic pie toppers. Special Notes 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.
2 pm	This event is in the "High School" group Drop-In Volunteer Hours 2:00pm–4:00pm High School This event is in the "High School" group 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: Volunteer Details: Drop in to the high school room to volunteer writing Letters for Veterans. Students completing at least one acceptable letter can receive verified volunteer hours. Supplies will be 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. This event is in the "Youth" group OneInMath 2:30pm–3:30pm Youth This event is in the "Youth" group 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: 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 that 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 50+" group Social Hour for Adults 50+ 2:30pm–4:00pm Adult 50+ This event is in the "Adult 50+" group 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.
3 pm				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 GEYFCS: Overview of Services 3:00pm–4:00pm 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Lobby Age Group: Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Health & Wellness, Special Event Details: A representative from Glen Ellyn Youth and Family Counseling Services (GEYFCS) will be available to talk about the organization's offerings.		This event is in the "High School" group Cancelled Friday Challenge 3:30pm–4:30pm High School This event is in the "High School" group Cancelled 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: Social Details: Face the Young Adult Librarian in Minute to Win It to get a free snack. 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. Food allergies The library cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
4 pm		This event is in the "Youth" group Fun with STEM: Learn and Create 4:00pm–4:45pm Youth Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group 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: Class, STEAM Registration Required Details: Fun with STEM: Learn and Create Members of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) present monthly science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) topics. Please register for each month separately. For grades 2-5. Use tensegrity, or tension integrity, to build a structure that defies gravity 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.	This event is in the "Youth" group Decorate a Custom Mug for Grades 3-5 4:00pm–5:00pm Youth Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: The Workshop Age Group: Youth Program Type: Maker Registration Required Details: Use Canva® to create a design and use the Sublimation Printer to print the design. Then use the Mug Heat Press to transfer the design onto a sublimation blank mug! 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. 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. 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 The Artist in You 4:00pm–5:00pm Youth Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group 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, Play and Learn Together Registration Required Details: Make one-of-a-kind art inspired by famous artists, the world around you, and your own creative spirit! For grades k-2. 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.	This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Middle School" group Create Kindness 4:00pm–5:00pm Youth, Middle School Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Middle School" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth, Middle School Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Volunteer Registration Required Details: Crochet or knit an item to donate to the Community Cupboard. Supplies and instruction available. Beginners welcome! Volunteer hours can be awarded. For grades 4-8. 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.
5 pm		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 Make and Take: Laser-Cut Acrylic Pie Topper 5:30pm–7:30pm High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Registration Required 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 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 Registration Required Details: Make and Take Staff-led program to use makerspace equipment to make a specific item to take home. Please see Helpful Computer Skills for Maker Projects. Spruce up your baked goods! Learn how to use the laser and cut decorative acrylic pie toppers. Special Notes 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.	This event is in the "Youth" group Decorate a Custom Mug for Grades 6-8 5:30pm–6:30pm Youth Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: The Workshop Age Group: Youth Program Type: Maker Registration Required Details: Use Canva® to create a design and use the Sublimation Printer to print the design. Then use the Mug Heat Press to transfer the design onto a sublimation blank mug! 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. 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. 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.
6 pm				This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Adult 50+" group Foundation Meeting 6:30pm–8:30pm Adult, Adult 50+ This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Adult 50+" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Board Room Age Group: Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Volunteer Foundation Meeting The Glen Ellyn Library Foundation meets quarterly.
7 pm				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 Restoring Youth: Foster Communication, Conversation and Connection 7:00pm–8:00pm High School, College and Young Adult, Adult Virtual Event 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Virtual Program Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult Program Type: Class Details: Glenbard Parent Series (GPS) Join other parents, high school and middle school students, and professionals to learn about issues facing today’s youth. The Glenbard Parent Series engages top experts, parents, and school staff to become proactive and informed in pursuit of the mutual goal to strengthen our communities. Programs are free and open to the public. Read More	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 Thursday Evening Book Club 7:00pm–8:00pm College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Registration Required 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Shakespeare Room Age Group: College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Book Discussion Registration Required Details: Thursday Evening Book Club Copies of book discussion titles are available at the Adult Desk, or you can request a copy for pick up at the drive-up window by calling the Adult Desk at 630-790-6630 or emailing reference@gepl.org. The Indifferent Stars Above: The Harrowing Saga o 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.