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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Youth" group
Mar
17
2026
Tue
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
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.
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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Youth" group
Mar
18
2026
Wed
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
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.
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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Youth" group
Mar
19
2026
Thu
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
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.
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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
Mar
21
2026
Sat
Scales and Tales Traveling Zoo
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
2nd Floor Atrium East
Age Group:
Youth,
Middle School,
High School,
College and Young Adult,
Adult,
Adult 50+
Program Type:
Special Event,
STEAM
Details:
See and learn about rescued animals like rabbits, hedgehogs, sloths, chinchillas, racing turtles, and bearded dragons with Beth Wagner of Scales and Tales Traveling Zoo.
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.
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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
Mar
15
2026
Sun
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Basement - Friends Area
Age Group:
High School,
College and Young Adult,
Adult,
Adult 50+
Program Type:
Volunteer
Details:
Friends Used Book Sale
Purchase quality, gently-used books at discount prices from the Friends of the Library. For sales that take place in the Basement Friends Area, please take the elevator to the basement of the library.
$10 per bag of most items
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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Youth" group
Mar
15
2026
Sun
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Class,
STEAM
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.
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This event is in the "Adult 50+" group
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group
Mar
16
2026
Mon
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
North and South Meeting Rooms
Age Group:
Adult 50+
Program Type:
America 250,
Performance
Details:
Nostalgic humorist Todd Hunt will recall when times were simpler growing up in small-town America. There was just one flavor of Cheerios, humans answered the phone, and pet rocks and mood rings were the rage!
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
Mar
16
2026
Mon
Make and Take: Embroidered Keychain
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
The Workshop
Age Group:
High School,
College and Young Adult,
Adult,
Adult 50+
Program Type:
Maker
Details:
Learn machine embroidery basics while making a stylish accessory for your keys or backpack.
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.
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This event is in the "Adult 50+" group
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group
Mar
18
2026
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.
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This event is in the "High School" group
This event is in the "High School" group
Mar
18
2026
Wed
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Shakespeare Room
Age Group:
High School
Program Type:
Class
Details:
Taste and rate snacks provided by Universal Yums from countries around the world!
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 "Youth" group
This event is in the "Youth" group
Mar
17
2026
Tue
After School Snack Attack
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Play and Learn Together
Details:
Learn basic food prep skills to create your own treats to eat! 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.
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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Youth" group
Mar
18
2026
Wed
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Play and Learn Together
Details:
Gather for a shared story then engage in imaginative play based on the book of the month. 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.
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 "Youth" group
This event is in the "Youth" group
Mar
19
2026
Thu
Drama in the Library: Reader's Theatre
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Play and Learn Together
Details:
Explore the world of readers theatre and practice your expressive storytelling. No experience needed—just bring your imagination and get ready to shine! We will record our final product to share with friends and family.
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.
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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
Mar
16
2026
Mon
Make and Take: Embroidered Keychain
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
The Workshop
Age Group:
High School,
College and Young Adult,
Adult,
Adult 50+
Program Type:
Maker
Details:
Learn machine embroidery basics while making a stylish accessory for your keys or backpack.
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.
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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Youth" group
Mar
17
2026
Tue
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Details:
Preview a Bluestem book each month while eating pizza supplied by the library. Listen to the first chapter of the book and then participate in a fun activity. Please register for each month separately. Best 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.
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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
Mar
19
2026
Thu
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
2nd Floor West Window
Age Group:
College and Young Adult,
Adult,
Adult 50+
Program Type:
America 250,
Arts & Crafts
Details:
Craft Group
Work on your current project with other crafters or start a new project! Guest facilitators will provide a limited number of craft starter-kits. Light refreshments provided.
This month's craft: Scrapbooking
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This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
Mar
16
2026
Mon
Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Board Room
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Volunteer
Library Board of Trustees Meeting
The Library Board of Trustees meets on the third Monday of each month.
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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
Mar
19
2026
Thu
Beyond the Page with Percival Everett
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Virtual Program
Age Group:
High School,
College and Young Adult,
Adult,
Adult 50+
Program Type:
Special Event
Details:
Illinois Libraries Present
Illinois Libraries Present (ILP) Season 5 is an initiative of the Illinois Library Association (ILA) and a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering premier events. This event is made possible by ILA-ILP and its member libraries, and in part funded by a grant awarded by the Illinois State Library, a department of the Office of the Secretary of State, using funds provided by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services, under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA).
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