Event List

Age Group
Age Group
Program Type
Ongoing Events
Registration Type

Primary tabs

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 "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.

Donuts and Bingo

Thursday, August 14, 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.

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.  

Registration Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
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 "Middle School" group.

Totally Trivia

Thursday, August 14, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Video Gaming, Social
Age Group:
Middle School

Teams of one to four, put your trivia knowledge to the test! Pizza will be served. For grades 6-8.  

Registration Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Middle School
Program Type: Games & Video Gaming, Social
Registration Required
Details:

Teams of one to four, put your trivia knowledge to the test! Pizza will be served. For grades 6-8.  

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.

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 "College and Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.

Thursday Evening Book Club

Thursday, August 14, 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+

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

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:

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

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.

Tech Help One-on-One

Monday, August 18, 2025 at 9:00am - 9:45am
Pearl Buck at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Adult, Adult 50+

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. 

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

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. 

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.

Tech Help One-on-One

Monday, August 18, 2025 at 9:45am - 10:30am
Pearl Buck at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Adult, Adult 50+

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.

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

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.

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.

Workshop 101: Machine Embroidery Basics

Monday, August 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
The Workshop at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Maker
Age Group:
High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
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

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.

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.

Workshop 101: Machine Embroidery Basics

Monday, August 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
The Workshop at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Maker
Age Group:
High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
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

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.

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.

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Monday, August 18, 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.

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. 

Registration Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Play and Learn Together
Registration Required
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 "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.

National Memory Screening Program

Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at 9:00am - 11:00am
Shakespeare Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adult, Adult 50+

Are you caring for a loved one who is experiencing memory problems? Are you concerned that your loved one's memory loss may be an early sign of dementia? Does Alzheimer's disease or dementia run in your family?

Registration Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Shakespeare Room
Age Group: Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Details:

Are you caring for a loved one who is experiencing memory problems? Are you concerned that your loved one's memory loss may be an early sign of dementia? Does Alzheimer's disease or dementia run in your family?

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.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.

National Memory Screening Program

Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Shakespeare Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adult, Adult 50+

Are you caring for a loved one who is experiencing memory problems? Are you concerned that your loved one's memory loss may be an early sign of dementia?

Registration Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Shakespeare Room
Age Group: Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Details:

Are you caring for a loved one who is experiencing memory problems? Are you concerned that your loved one's memory loss may be an early sign of dementia?

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.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.

National Memory Screening Program

Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Shakespeare Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adult, Adult 50+

Are you caring for a loved one who is experiencing memory problems? Are you concerned that your loved one's memory loss may be an early sign of dementia?

Registration Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Shakespeare Room
Age Group: Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Details:

Are you caring for a loved one who is experiencing memory problems? Are you concerned that your loved one's memory loss may be an early sign of dementia?

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.

This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.

Social Hour for Adults 50+

Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
2nd Floor West Window at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Social
Age Group:
Adult 50+
Social Hour for Adults 50+:

Join neighbors to socialize while completing puzzles, playing card and board games, or working on coloring crafts. Light refreshments provided.  

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor West Window
Age Group: Adult 50+
Program Type: Social

Social Hour for Adults 50+

Join neighbors to socialize while completing puzzles, playing card and board games, or working on coloring crafts. Light refreshments provided.  

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.

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. 

Registration Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Games & Video Gaming, STEAM
Registration Required
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 "College and Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.

Craft Group

Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
2nd Floor Atrium South at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Class
Age Group:
College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+

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. 

 

Registration Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Atrium South
Age Group: College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Class
Registration Required
Details:

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. 

 

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.

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.

Glenbard Parent Series: Start the Year Strong with Back-to-School Organizational Strategies

Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Program at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Class
Age Group:
High School, College and Young Adult, Adult

On August 21, authors Sara Ward and Kristen Jacobsen discuss their Cognitive Connections group, the award winning 360 Thinking Method, including the Time Tracker Program and the Get Ready * Do *Done Method, providing executive function therapy and

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

On August 21, authors Sara Ward and Kristen Jacobsen discuss their Cognitive Connections group, the award winning 360 Thinking Method, including the Time Tracker Program and the Get Ready * Do *Done Method, providing executive function therapy and

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.

Vitalant Blood Drive

Monday, August 25, 2025 at 2:00pm - 6:30pm
Library Parking Lot at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adult, Adult 50+

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: Library Parking Lot
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.

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.

Glenbard Parent Series: Start the Year Strong with The Family Dynamic: How Parents can Support Students to Aim High & Succeed

Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Program at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Class
Age Group:
High School, College and Young Adult, Adult

On August 21, authors Sara Ward and Kristen Jacobsen discuss their Cognitive Connections group, the award winning 360 Thinking Method, including the Time Tracker Program and the Get Ready * Do *Done Method, providing executive function therapy and

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

On August 21, authors Sara Ward and Kristen Jacobsen discuss their Cognitive Connections group, the award winning 360 Thinking Method, including the Time Tracker Program and the Get Ready * Do *Done Method, providing executive function therapy and

This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.

Social Hour for Adults 50+

Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
2nd Floor West Window at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Social
Age Group:
Adult 50+
Social Hour for Adults 50+:

Join neighbors to socialize while completing puzzles, playing card and board games, or working on coloring crafts. Light refreshments provided.  

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor West Window
Age Group: Adult 50+
Program Type: Social

Social Hour for Adults 50+

Join neighbors to socialize while completing puzzles, playing card and board games, or working on coloring crafts. Light refreshments provided.  

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.

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.