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Self-Care Squad: Calm the Back-to-School scaries

Thursday, August 7, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth
:

Relax, create, and develop simple positive habits to care for your mind and body! For grades 3-5.

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Details:

Relax, create, and develop simple positive habits to care for your mind and body! 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.

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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Tsukasa Taiko Drumming

Saturday, August 9, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
:

Enjoy a demonstration of Japanese drumming led by prolific composer, multi-instrumentalist, educator and performer, Tatsu Aoki. For adults and kids of all ages.

Required
Offsite Event
Location: Off Site
Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Performance
Required
Seats Remaining: 90
Details:

Enjoy a demonstration of Japanese drumming led by prolific composer, multi-instrumentalist, educator and performer, Tatsu Aoki. For adults and kids of all ages.

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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.

Smart Starts: Back to School Edition

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Play and Learn Together
Age Group:
Youth
:

Drop in to sharpen your fine motor skills with back-to-school themed crafts and activities. For birth-grade 1 and their grownups.

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Play and Learn Together
Details:

Drop in to sharpen your fine motor skills with back-to-school themed crafts and activities. For birth-grade 1 and their grownups.

Special Notes

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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.

Tic-Tac-Toe: Laser Edition for Grades 3-5

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
The Workshop at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Maker
Age Group:
Youth
:

Make your very own tic-tac-toe game using the laser engraver. 

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

Make your very own tic-tac-toe game using the laser engraver. 

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.

Maker Program

Supplies provided. Maker programs are available to Glen Ellyn Public Library cardholders. Glen Ellyn Public Library cardholders may 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 age 18 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.

Smart Starts: Back to School Edition

Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Play and Learn Together
Age Group:
Youth
:

Drop in to sharpen your fine motor skills with back-to-school themed crafts and activities. For birth-grade 1 and their grownups.

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Play and Learn Together
Details:

Drop in to sharpen your fine motor skills with back-to-school themed crafts and activities. For birth-grade 1 and their grownups.

Special Notes

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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.

Milk and Cookie Storytime

Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Play and Learn Together, Storytime
Age Group:
Youth
:

Dynamic session promoting child and grownup bonding through creating, singing, playing, and sharing stories together. After the story session, enjoy milk and cookies followed by open play.

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Play and Learn Together, Storytime
Details:

Dynamic session promoting child and grownup bonding through creating, singing, playing, and sharing stories together. After the story session, enjoy milk and cookies followed by open play.

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.

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.

Smart Starts: Back to School Edition

Thursday, August 14, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Play and Learn Together
Age Group:
Youth
:

Drop in to sharpen your fine motor skills with back-to-school themed crafts and activities. For birth-grade 1 and their grownups.

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Play and Learn Together
Details:

Drop in to sharpen your fine motor skills with back-to-school themed crafts and activities. For birth-grade 1 and their grownups.

Special Notes

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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.

Hokusai: Great Wave Collage

Thursday, August 14, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth
:

Learn about Hokusai’s famous print, Under the Wave off Kanagawa. Then, use different collage techniques to create your own wave artwork. For grades 3-5.  

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Details:

Learn about Hokusai’s famous print, Under the Wave off Kanagawa. Then, use different collage techniques to create your own wave artwork. 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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.

Books & Cooks Summer Showdown

Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Play and Learn Together
Age Group:
Youth
:

Read together and work with a teammate to complete a cooking challenge. For grades 3-5. 

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Play and Learn Together
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Details:

Read together and work with a teammate to complete a cooking challenge. 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.

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.

Tech Games

Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, Games & Video Gaming, STEAM
Age Group:
Youth
:

Each session will be a series of different challenges using tech like Spheros, Cubelets, etc.  Can you beat them all? For Grades 3-5. 

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

Each session will be a series of different challenges using tech like Spheros, Cubelets, etc.  Can you beat them all? 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.

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

Tech Learn 'n Play

Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, Play and Learn Together, STEAM
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School
:

Drop in to explore robotics and coding with technology like Cubelets, Sphero, Snap Circuits and more! Try all of our options or spend extra time with your favorites. For age 3-12. Children under 7, please bring your grownup. 

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Middle School
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Play and Learn Together, STEAM
Details:

Drop in to explore robotics and coding with technology like Cubelets, Sphero, Snap Circuits and more! Try all of our options or spend extra time with your favorites. For age 3-12. Children under 7, please bring your grownup. 

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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.

Ms. Rachel Sing-Along

Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth
:

Hi friends! Belt out all your favorite Ms. Rachel songs and rhymes and enjoy a fun activity. Headbands and overalls highly encouraged! Twenty name tags (children only). For Pre-K and their grownups.   

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime
Details:

Hi friends! Belt out all your favorite Ms. Rachel songs and rhymes and enjoy a fun activity. Headbands and overalls highly encouraged! Twenty name tags (children only). For Pre-K and their grownups.   

Special Notes

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.

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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.

Ms. Rachel Sing-Along

Thursday, August 28, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth
:

Hi friends! Belt out all your favorite Ms. Rachel songs and rhymes and enjoy a fun activity. Headbands and overalls highly encouraged! Twenty name tags (children only). For Pre-K and their grownups.   

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime
Details:

Hi friends! Belt out all your favorite Ms. Rachel songs and rhymes and enjoy a fun activity. Headbands and overalls highly encouraged! Twenty name tags (children only). For Pre-K and their grownups.   

Special Notes

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.

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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.

Ms. Rachel Sing-Along

Thursday, August 28, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth
:

Hi friends! Belt out all your favorite Ms. Rachel songs and rhymes and enjoy a fun activity. Headbands and overalls highly encouraged! Twenty name tags (children only). For Pre-K and their grownups.   

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime
Details:

Hi friends! Belt out all your favorite Ms. Rachel songs and rhymes and enjoy a fun activity. Headbands and overalls highly encouraged! Twenty name tags (children only). For Pre-K and their grownups.   

Special Notes

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.

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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.

Ms. Rachel Sing-Along

Friday, August 29, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth
:

Hi friends! Belt out all your favorite Ms. Rachel songs and rhymes and enjoy a fun activity. Headbands and overalls highly encouraged! Twenty name tags (children only). For Pre-K and their grownups.   

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime
Details:

Hi friends! Belt out all your favorite Ms. Rachel songs and rhymes and enjoy a fun activity. Headbands and overalls highly encouraged! Twenty name tags (children only). For Pre-K and their grownups.   

Special Notes

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.

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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.

Ms. Rachel Sing-Along

Friday, August 29, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth
:

Hi friends! Belt out all your favorite Ms. Rachel songs and rhymes and enjoy a fun activity. Headbands and overalls highly encouraged! Twenty name tags (children only). For Pre-K and their grownups.   

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime
Details:

Hi friends! Belt out all your favorite Ms. Rachel songs and rhymes and enjoy a fun activity. Headbands and overalls highly encouraged! Twenty name tags (children only). For Pre-K and their grownups.   

Special Notes

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.

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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.

TEST

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 9:45am - 10:45am
Youth Department at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Adaptive
Age Group:
Youth
:

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Department
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Adaptive
Required
Seats Remaining: 40