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Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Board Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Volunteer
Age Group:
College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Library Board of Trustees Meeting:

The Library Board of Trustees meets on the third Monday of each month.

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Volunteer

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

The Library Board of Trustees meets on the third Monday of each month.

Dementia Support Group

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Shakespeare Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Social
Age Group:
Adult, Adult 50+
Dementia Support Group:

LaVon K. Lenaway, Dementia Care Educator, leads an open support group for caregivers to connect with others and share experiences about providing care for someone with memory impai...

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Shakespeare Room
Age Group: Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Social

Dementia Support Group

LaVon K. Lenaway, Dementia Care Educator, leads an open support group for caregivers to connect with others and share experiences about providing care for someone with memory impairment. Sponsored by Arden Courts ProMedica Memory Care Glen Ellyn.

Videography Workshop

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
North and South Meeting Rooms at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Class, Computers & Technology
Age Group:
High School, College and Young Adult, Adult
Free for All: The Public Library:

Free for All: The Public Library is a PBS Independent Lens documentary about "America’s beloved public institution—the library—through the dramatic human stories unfolding within i...

Details:

Learn tips and tricks for capturing video footage for short films or social media posts with Christopher Gekas, Multimedia Developer/Producer for Multimedia Services at College of ...

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: North and South Meeting Rooms
Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Class, Computers & Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 24

Free for All: The Public Library

Free for All: The Public Library is a PBS Independent Lens documentary about "America’s beloved public institution—the library—through the dramatic human stories unfolding within it." 

Details:

Learn tips and tricks for capturing video footage for short films or social media posts with Christopher Gekas, Multimedia Developer/Producer for Multimedia Services at College of DuPage.

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 One-on-One

Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Pearl Buck at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Adult, Adult 50+
Tech Help One-on-One:

Get hands-on instruction with your tablet, smartphone, or laptop to learn how to operate your device or get Microsoft, Apple, or Google platform software help in a 45-minute one-on...

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Pearl Buck
Age Group: Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 1

Tech Help One-on-One

Get hands-on instruction with your tablet, smartphone, or laptop to learn how to operate your device or get Microsoft, Apple, or Google platform software help in a 45-minute one-on-one appointment with library staff. To request a day and time that better suits your schedule, please contact Beth Clower.

Tech Help One-on-One

Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 11:15am - 12:00pm
Pearl Buck at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Adult, Adult 50+
Tech Help One-on-One:

Get hands-on instruction with your tablet, smartphone, or laptop to learn how to operate your device or get Microsoft, Apple, or Google platform software help in a 45-minute one-on...

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Pearl Buck
Age Group: Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 1

Tech Help One-on-One

Get hands-on instruction with your tablet, smartphone, or laptop to learn how to operate your device or get Microsoft, Apple, or Google platform software help in a 45-minute one-on-one appointment with library staff. To request a day and time that better suits your schedule, please contact Beth Clower.

Free for All: The Public Library Documentary Screening

Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
North and South Meeting Rooms at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Class
Age Group:
High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Free for All: The Public Library:

Free for All: The Public Library is a PBS Independent Lens documentary about "America’s beloved public institution—the library—through the dramatic human stories unfolding within i...

Details:

Get an exclusive look at the PBS/WTTW documentary Free for All: The Public Library that premieres April 29 (new date). For adults and high school students.  

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: North and South Meeting Rooms
Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Book Discussion, Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 30

Free for All: The Public Library

Free for All: The Public Library is a PBS Independent Lens documentary about "America’s beloved public institution—the library—through the dramatic human stories unfolding within it." 

Details:

Get an exclusive look at the PBS/WTTW documentary Free for All: The Public Library that premieres April 29 (new date).

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 One-on-One

Friday, June 6, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Pearl Buck at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Adult, Adult 50+
Tech Help One-on-One:

Get hands-on instruction with your tablet, smartphone, or laptop to learn how to operate your device or get Microsoft, Apple, or Google platform software help in a 45-minute one-on...

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Pearl Buck
Age Group: Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 1

Tech Help One-on-One

Get hands-on instruction with your tablet, smartphone, or laptop to learn how to operate your device or get Microsoft, Apple, or Google platform software help in a 45-minute one-on-one appointment with library staff. To request a day and time that better suits your schedule, please contact Beth Clower.

Tech Help One-on-One

Friday, June 6, 2025 at 11:15am - 12:00pm
Pearl Buck at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Adult, Adult 50+
Tech Help One-on-One:

Get hands-on instruction with your tablet, smartphone, or laptop to learn how to operate your device or get Microsoft, Apple, or Google platform software help in a 45-minute one-on...

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Pearl Buck
Age Group: Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 1

Tech Help One-on-One

Get hands-on instruction with your tablet, smartphone, or laptop to learn how to operate your device or get Microsoft, Apple, or Google platform software help in a 45-minute one-on-one appointment with library staff. To request a day and time that better suits your schedule, please contact Beth Clower.

Ice Cream Social

Monday, June 9, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Library Parking Lot at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Social, Special Event
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Details:

Celebrate the beginning of summer reading at the library with an ice cream sundae, ice pop, or fresh fruit. Also, witness the unveiling of artist Richard Lo’s ukiyo-e style depicti...

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Library Parking Lot
Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Social, Special Event
Details:

Celebrate the beginning of summer reading at the library with an ice cream sundae, ice pop, or fresh fruit.

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.

Tech Help One-on-One

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Pearl Buck at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Adult, Adult 50+
Tech Help One-on-One:

Get hands-on instruction with your tablet, smartphone, or laptop to learn how to operate your device or get Microsoft, Apple, or Google platform software help in a 45-minute one-on...

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Pearl Buck
Age Group: Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 1

Tech Help One-on-One

Get hands-on instruction with your tablet, smartphone, or laptop to learn how to operate your device or get Microsoft, Apple, or Google platform software help in a 45-minute one-on-one appointment with library staff. To request a day and time that better suits your schedule, please contact Beth Clower.

Tech Help One-on-One

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 6:45pm - 7:30pm
Pearl Buck at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Adult, Adult 50+
Tech Help One-on-One:

Get hands-on instruction with your tablet, smartphone, or laptop to learn how to operate your device or get Microsoft, Apple, or Google platform software help in a 45-minute one-on...

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Pearl Buck
Age Group: Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 1

Tech Help One-on-One

Get hands-on instruction with your tablet, smartphone, or laptop to learn how to operate your device or get Microsoft, Apple, or Google platform software help in a 45-minute one-on-one appointment with library staff. To request a day and time that better suits your schedule, please contact Beth Clower.

Next Chapter Book Club

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Toni Morrison at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Adaptive, Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Toni Morrison
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Adaptive, Book Discussion

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.

Donuts and Bingo

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30pm
Main Street Recreation Center
Program Type:
Social
Age Group:
Adult, Adult 50+
Donuts and BINGO:

Visit with friends over coffee and donuts while playing everyone’s favorite game. BINGO is free to play, with games starting at 10:30 am. One BINGO card per participant. Coffee, do...

Location: Main Street Recreation Center
Age Group: Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Social

Donuts and BINGO

Visit with friends over coffee and donuts while playing everyone’s favorite game. BINGO is free to play, with games starting at 10:30 am. One BINGO card per participant. Coffee, donuts, and BINGO cards provided, and prizes awarded to winners.

Thursday Evening Book Club

Thursday, June 12, 2025 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+
Details:

Copies of book discussion titles are available on the 2nd floor near the study rooms, or you can request a copy for pick up at the drive-up window by calling the 2nd Floor Informat...

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Shakespeare Room
Age Group: College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Book Discussion
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Details:

Copies of book discussion titles are available on the 2nd floor near the study rooms, or you can request a copy for pick up at the drive-up window by calling the 2nd Floor Information Desk at 630-790-6630 or emailing

Puzzle and Board Game exchange

Saturday, June 14, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
North and South Meeting Rooms at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Social
Age Group:
High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Details:

Trade your gently used puzzles and board games for a new challenge! Light refreshments will be served. 

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: North and South Meeting Rooms
Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Social
Required
Seats Remaining: 80
Details:

Trade your gently used puzzles and board games for a new challenge! Light refreshments will be served. 

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

Saturday, June 14, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
2nd Floor of the Library at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Adult, Adult 50+
Details:

Drop in 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: Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Details:

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

Tech Help One-on-One

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 9:00am - 9:45am
Pearl Buck at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Adult, Adult 50+
Tech Help One-on-One:

Get hands-on instruction with your tablet, smartphone, or laptop to learn how to operate your device or get Microsoft, Apple, or Google platform software help in a 45-minute one-on...

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Pearl Buck
Age Group: Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 1

Tech Help One-on-One

Get hands-on instruction with your tablet, smartphone, or laptop to learn how to operate your device or get Microsoft, Apple, or Google platform software help in a 45-minute one-on-one appointment with library staff. To request a day and time that better suits your schedule, please contact Beth Clower.

Tech Help One-on-One

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 9:45am - 10:30am
Pearl Buck at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Adult, Adult 50+
Tech Help One-on-One:

Get hands-on instruction with your tablet, smartphone, or laptop to learn how to operate your device or get Microsoft, Apple, or Google platform software help in a 45-minute one-on...

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Pearl Buck
Age Group: Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 1

Tech Help One-on-One

Get hands-on instruction with your tablet, smartphone, or laptop to learn how to operate your device or get Microsoft, Apple, or Google platform software help in a 45-minute one-on-one appointment with library staff. To request a day and time that better suits your schedule, please contact Beth Clower.

Hokusai-Inspired Block Prints

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
North and South Meeting Rooms at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Class
Age Group:
High School, College and Young Adult, Adult
Details:

Study elements of Hokusai’s block prints and then follow the ukiyo-e style of focusing on the artist’s everyday life and location to create block originals to keep. Attendees can o...

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: North and South Meeting Rooms
Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Details:

Study elements of Hokusai’s block prints and then follow the ukiyo-e style of focusing on the artist’s everyday life and location to create block originals to keep. Attendees can optionally make prints for display at the library.

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Board Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Volunteer
Age Group:
College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Library Board of Trustees Meeting:

The Library Board of Trustees meets on the third Monday of each month.

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Volunteer

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

The Library Board of Trustees meets on the third Monday of each month.

Dementia: Let's Start at Square One

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
North and South Meeting Rooms at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Class, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adult, Adult 50+
Details:

LaVon K. Lenaway, Dementia Care Educator, will lead an introductory conversation for those who have a loved one, friend, or neighbor that may have memory loss, confusion, mild cogn...

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: North and South Meeting Rooms
Age Group: Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Class, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Details:

LaVon K.

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.

Walk-in Passport Photos

Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
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+
Details:

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
Details:

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.

Vitalant Blood Drive

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 2:00pm - 6:30pm
North and South Meeting Rooms at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adult, Adult 50+
Details:

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: Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Details:

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

Next Chapter Book Club

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Toni Morrison at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Adaptive, Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Toni Morrison
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Adaptive, Book Discussion

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.