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Write to Your Favorite Author

Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 9:00am - 1:00pm
High School Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Volunteer
Age Group:
Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult
Details:

Letters about Literature: How did an author’s work change your view of the world or yourself? Begins Sunday, December 1 State Contest Submission Deadline: December 15 Libr...

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: High School Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult
Program Type: Volunteer
Details:

Letters about Literature: How did an author’s work change your view of the world or yourself?

Begins Sunday, December 1

State Contest Submission Deadline: December 15

Library Drawing Entry Deadline: February 28

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.

Beginner 3D Printing

Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, Games & Video Gaming, Maker, STEAM
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School
Beginner 3D Printing:

Learn how to use Tinkercad to design the project of the month and 3D print the item to keep! Please register for each month separately. Prior month's attendance is not necessary. F...

Details:

February: Coin Bank

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Middle School
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Games & Video Gaming, Maker, STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 8

Beginner 3D Printing

Learn how to use Tinkercad to design the project of the month and 3D print the item to keep! Please register for each month separately. Prior month's attendance is not necessary. For grades 3-8. 

Details:

February: Coin Bank

Special Notes

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our 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. To help ensure that maker programs are available to everyone, Glen Ellyn Public Library cardholders will be eligible to register for one maker program per person per month. 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 18 years of age 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.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.

Intermediate 3D Printing

Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, Games & Video Gaming, Maker, STEAM
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School
Intermediate 3D Printing:

Kids who are familiar with Tinkercad, use Tinkercad to create your own design and 3D print the item to keep! Please register for each month separately. Prior month's attendance is ...

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Middle School
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Games & Video Gaming, Maker, STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 8

Intermediate 3D Printing

Kids who are familiar with Tinkercad, use Tinkercad to create your own design and 3D print the item to keep! Please register for each month separately. Prior month's attendance is not necessary. For grades 3-8.

Special Notes

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our 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. To help ensure that maker programs are available to everyone, Glen Ellyn Public Library cardholders will be eligible to register for one maker program per person per month. 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 18 years of age 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.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.

Brick Builders

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, STEAM
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School
Details:

Put your building skills to the test with different LEGOⓡ challenges each month. For grades 3-8.

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Middle School
Program Type: Computers & Technology, STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Details:

Put your building skills to the test with different LEGOchallenges each month. For grades 3-8.

Special Notes

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our 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 "Middle School" group.
This event is in the "High School" group.
This event is in the "College and Young Adult" group.

Videography Workshop

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
North and South Meeting Rooms at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Class, Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Middle School, High School, College and Young 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 and how to stay safe online. Also, record personal responses to the question “Why do public ...

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: North and South Meeting Rooms
Age Group: Middle School, High School, College and Young 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 and how to stay safe online.

Special Notes

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our 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 "Middle School" group.

Versus: Video Game Tournament

Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
The Middle at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Video Gaming, Social
Age Group:
Middle School
Details:

Play Nintendo Switch Mario Party and compete for a prize. For grades 6-8.

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: The Middle
Age Group: Middle School
Program Type: Games & Video Gaming, Social
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Details:

Play Nintendo Switch Mario Party and compete for a prize. For grades 6-8.

This event is in the "Middle School" group.

Candy Heart Stickers for Grades 6-8

Monday, February 17, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
The Workshop at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Maker
Age Group:
Middle School
Details:

Make custom vinyl stickers! Design stickers so that they can be printed on vinyl and cut out by the large format printer. 

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: The Workshop
Age Group: Middle School
Program Type: Maker
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Details:

Make custom vinyl stickers! Design stickers so that they can be printed on vinyl and cut out by the large format printer. 

Special Notes

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our 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. To help ensure that maker programs are available to everyone, Glen Ellyn Public Library cardholders will be eligible to register for one maker program per person per month. 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 18 years of age 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.
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.

SLowing Down with Amy Tan

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Program at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Illinois Libraries Present:

This event is made possible by Illinois Libraries Present, a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering high-quality events. Illinois Libraries Present is committed to...

Details:

Join us for a conversation with Amy Tan,  an American author best known for her novels about Chinese American women and the immigrant experience.Reser...

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

Illinois Libraries Present

This event is made possible by Illinois Libraries Present, a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering high-quality events. Illinois Libraries Present is committed to inclusion and accessibility. To request accommodations, please email illinoislibrariespresent@gmail.com.

Illinois Libraries Present is funded in part by a grant awarded by the Illinois State Library, a Department of the Office for 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).

Details:

Join us for a conversation with Amy Tan,  an American author best known for her novels about Chinese American women and the immigrant experience.

This event is in the "Middle School" group.

Middle School Volunteering

Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Volunteer
Age Group:
Middle School
Details:

With other middle schoolers, help library staff complete a variety of projects. Volunteer hours can be used to fulfill service commitments at school, church, or other organizations...

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Middle School
Program Type: Volunteer
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Details:

With other middle schoolers, help library staff complete a variety of projects. Volunteer hours can be used to fulfill service commitments at school, church, or other organizations. For grades 6-8.

Special Notes

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our 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.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.

Kindness Kids Yoga

Friday, February 28, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School
Details:

Kids will discover the comfort they can gain by moving their bodies, exploring their breath, and relaxing their minds. Presented by Amber Bloomquist of Kindness Kids Yoga. &nb...

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Middle School
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Details:

Kids will discover the comfort they can gain by moving their bodies, exploring their breath, and relaxing their minds. Presented by Amber Bloomquist of Kindness Kids Yoga.   

Special Notes

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our 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.

Kindness Kids Yoga

Friday, February 28, 2025 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School
Details:

Kids will discover the comfort they can gain by moving their bodies, exploring their breath, and relaxing their minds. Presented by Amber Bloomquist of Kindness Kids Yoga. &nb...

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Middle School
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Details:

Kids will discover the comfort they can gain by moving their bodies, exploring their breath, and relaxing their minds. Presented by Amber Bloomquist of Kindness Kids Yoga.   

Special Notes

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our 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.
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.

Maker Fest

Saturday, March 8, 2025 at 11:00am - 3:00pm
Throughout the Library at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Maker, Performance, Social, Special Event
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Details:

Visit stations to participate in maker activities for all ages on both floors of the library.This event is made possible by a generous donation from the Glen Ellyn Library Foundati...

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Throughout the Library
Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker, Performance, Social, Special Event
Details:

Visit stations to participate in maker activities for all ages on both floors of the library.

This event is made possible by a generous donation from the Glen Ellyn Library Foundation.

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.

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. For adults and kids of all ages.

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. For adults and kids of all ages.

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.
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.

Little Women: The Musical (2022)

12/20/2025 @ 2:00pm to 12/22/2025 @ 11:45pm
Virtual Program at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Illinois Libraries Present:

This event is made possible by Illinois Libraries Present, a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering high-quality events. Illinois Libraries Present is committed to...

Details:

Louisa May Alcott’s classic story of four sisters growing up in 19th-century Massachusetts made its London premiere in this acclaimed production at Park Theatre. Originally present...

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

Illinois Libraries Present

This event is made possible by Illinois Libraries Present, a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering high-quality events. Illinois Libraries Present is committed to inclusion and accessibility. To request accommodations, please email illinoislibrariespresent@gmail.com.

Illinois Libraries Present is funded in part by a grant awarded by the Illinois State Library, a Department of the Office for 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).

Details:

Louisa May Alcott’s classic story of four sisters growing up in 19th-century Massachusetts made its London premiere in this acclaimed production at Park Theatre.