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Walk-In Passport Photos

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
North and South Meeting Rooms at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Walk-In Passport Photos:

The library normally offers passport photo services by appointment only. Have a passport photo taken without an appointment on a first-come, first-served basis by a passport agent....

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: North and South Meeting Rooms
Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Special Event

Walk-In Passport Photos

The library normally offers passport photo services by appointment only. Have a passport photo taken without an appointment on a first-come, first-served basis by a passport agent. The fee for passport photos is $15 for two printed photos per person, which may be paid with cash, credit card, or check payable to Glen Ellyn Public Library. Please do not wear camouflage or white shirts.

Passport applications will not be accepted at this event. Passport services are available by appointment only.

Craft Group

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
North and South Meeting Rooms at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
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.

Make recycled-book art with DuPage Art League.

Registration Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: North and South Meeting Rooms
Age Group: College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
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.

Make recycled-book art with DuPage Art League.

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.

Equipment Basics: Embroidery Machine

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
The Workshop at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Maker
Age Group:
High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
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.

Registration Required
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.

Still Afraid of the Dark: An Evening with R.L. Stine

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Meeting Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
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.&n...

Reserve Your Spot

Virtual Event
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Virtual Meeting Room
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).

Reserve Your Spot

GEYFCS: Overview of Services

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Lobby at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Special Event
Age Group:
Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+

A representative from Glen Ellyn Youth and Family Counseling Services (GEYFCS) will be available to talk about the organization's offerings.

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.

Equipment Basics: Sublimation Printer and Heat Press

Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
The Workshop at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Maker
Age Group:
High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
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.

Registration Required
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.

Seed Starting: Giving Your Garden a Head Start

Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
North and South Meeting Rooms at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Class
Age Group:
College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+

Give your garden a head start for the spring growing season! Learn about the equipment and methods used for starting seeds indoors from a DuPage County Master Gardener.

Registration Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: North and South Meeting Rooms
Age Group: College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Class
Registration Required
Details:

Give your garden a head start for the spring growing season! Learn about the equipment and methods used for starting seeds indoors from a DuPage County Master Gardener.

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.

Tech Help Drop In

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
2nd Floor of the Library at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Tech Help Drop-In:

Stop by with your questions or to troubleshoot an app or device issue on your laptop, tablet, or phone. 

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor of the Library
Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Computers & Technology

Tech Help Drop-In

Stop by with your questions or to troubleshoot an app or device issue on your laptop, tablet, or phone. 

Thursday Evening Book Club

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Shakespeare Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
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...

The Nickel Boys By Colson Whitehead

Registration Required
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 Nickel Boys By Colson Whitehead

Friends Used Book Sale

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 9:00am - 2:00pm
Basement - Friends Area at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Volunteer
Age Group:
High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
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 t...

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Basement - Friends Area
Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Volunteer

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.

Tech Help Drop In

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
2nd Floor of the Library at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Tech Help Drop-In:

Stop by with your questions or to troubleshoot an app or device issue on your laptop, tablet, or phone. 

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor of the Library
Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Computers & Technology

Tech Help Drop-In

Stop by with your questions or to troubleshoot an app or device issue on your laptop, tablet, or phone. 

Friends Used Book Sale

Sunday, March 15, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Basement - Friends Area at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Volunteer
Age Group:
High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
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 t...

$10 per bag of most items

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

Beyond the Page with Percival Everett

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Program at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
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.&n...

Virtual Event
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Virtual Program
Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Special Event

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).

Vitalant Blood Drive

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 2:00pm - 6:30pm
North and South Meeting Rooms at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Vitalant Blood Drive:

Schedule your donation appointment at vitalant.org or call 877-25-VITAL. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are recommended.

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: North and South Meeting Rooms
Age Group: College and Young Adult, 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.

Thursday Evening Book Club

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Shakespeare Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
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...

She’s a Lamb! By Meredith Hambrock

Registration Required
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. 

She’s a Lamb! By Meredith Hambrock

Tech Help Drop In

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
2nd Floor of the Library at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Tech Help Drop-In:

Stop by with your questions or to troubleshoot an app or device issue on your laptop, tablet, or phone. 

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor of the Library
Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Computers & Technology

Tech Help Drop-In

Stop by with your questions or to troubleshoot an app or device issue on your laptop, tablet, or phone. 

Tech Help Drop In

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
2nd Floor of the Library at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Tech Help Drop-In:

Stop by with your questions or to troubleshoot an app or device issue on your laptop, tablet, or phone. 

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor of the Library
Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Computers & Technology

Tech Help Drop-In

Stop by with your questions or to troubleshoot an app or device issue on your laptop, tablet, or phone. 

Cristina Henríquez: Voice, Culture, and Human Connection

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Program at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
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.&n...

Virtual Event
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Virtual Program
Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Special Event

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).

Tech Help Drop In

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
2nd Floor of the Library at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Tech Help Drop-In:

Stop by with your questions or to troubleshoot an app or device issue on your laptop, tablet, or phone. 

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor of the Library
Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Computers & Technology

Tech Help Drop-In

Stop by with your questions or to troubleshoot an app or device issue on your laptop, tablet, or phone. 

Tech Help Drop In

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
2nd Floor of the Library at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Tech Help Drop-In:

Stop by with your questions or to troubleshoot an app or device issue on your laptop, tablet, or phone. 

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor of the Library
Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Computers & Technology

Tech Help Drop-In

Stop by with your questions or to troubleshoot an app or device issue on your laptop, tablet, or phone. 

Thursday Evening Book Club

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Shakespeare Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
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...

The Devil in the White City By Erik Larson

Registration Required
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 Devil in the White City By Erik Larson

Friends Used Book Sale

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 9:00am - 2:00pm
Basement - Friends Area at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Volunteer
Age Group:
High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
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 t...

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Basement - Friends Area
Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Volunteer

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.

Babel-On with R.F. Kuang

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Program at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
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.&n...

Virtual Event
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Virtual Program
Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Special Event

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).

Friends Used Book Sale

Saturday, July 18, 2026 at 9:00am - 2:00pm
Basement - Friends Area at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Volunteer
Age Group:
High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
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 t...

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Basement - Friends Area
Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Volunteer

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.