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Youth,
Middle School,
High School,
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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.
For Adults and Kids of All Ages
Please register all attendees, adults and children, for this event.
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
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:
Used Book Sale,
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 "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
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
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 "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
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
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
18
2026
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:
Arts & Crafts,
Class,
Social
Details:
Learn guitar basics from guitarist John Wolaver in a nine-week session in a friendly group setting. Please bring your own guitar. Optionally, participate in a performance at the end of the session. For ages 16 and up.
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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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