This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult 50+" group. Donuts and BINGO Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am 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... This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult 50+" group. Dec 12 2024 Thu Donuts and BINGO 10:30am - 11:30am 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 "Middle School" group. Versus: Video Game Tournament Thursday, December 12, 2024 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 Kart and compete for a prize. For grades 6-8. Required This event is in the "Middle School" group. Dec 12 2024 Thu Versus: Video Game Tournament 4:00pm - 5:00pm 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 Kart and compete for a prize. For grades 6-8.
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, December 12, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm North and South Meeting Rooms at Glen Ellyn Public Library Program Type: Book Discussion Age Group: College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Book Discussion: 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... Details: One Day in December by Josie Silva Required 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. Dec 12 2024 Thu Thursday Evening Book Club 7:00pm - 8:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: North and South Meeting Rooms Age Group: College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Book Discussion Required Seats Remaining: 13 Book Discussion 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 reference@gepl.org. Details: One Day in December by Josie Silva 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 "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult 50+" group. Trivia Night Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm The Beer Cellar Program Type: Social Age Group: Adult, Adult 50+ Trivia Night: Grab some friends or head out by yourself to The Beer Cellar Glen Ellyn for live trivia! For age 21 and up. Please arrive by 6:45 pm to secure space. Teams of four or less are enco... This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult 50+" group. Dec 12 2024 Thu Trivia Night 7:00pm - 9:00pm Location: The Beer Cellar Age Group: Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Social Trivia Night Grab some friends or head out by yourself to The Beer Cellar Glen Ellyn for live trivia! For age 21 and up. Please arrive by 6:45 pm to secure space. Teams of four or less are encouraged.
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. Winter Movie Fridays Friday, December 13, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm North and South Meeting Rooms at Glen Ellyn Public Library Program Type: Social Age Group: College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Details: Watch It's a Wonderful Life. Light refreshments provided. 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. Dec 13 2024 Fri Winter Movie Fridays 2:00pm - 4:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: North and South Meeting Rooms Age Group: College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Social Details: Watch It's a Wonderful Life. Light refreshments provided. 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. 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. The Legend of St. Nicholas Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm North and South Meeting Rooms at Glen Ellyn Public Library Program Type: Performance, Special Event Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Details: Old English Father Christmas (portrayed by Terry Lynch) will share the stories of St. Nicholas, the protector of children throughout history. For adults and kids of all ages. Required 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. Dec 14 2024 Sat The Legend of St. Nicholas 11:00am - 12:00pm 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: Performance, Special Event Required Seats Remaining: 50 Details: Old English Father Christmas (portrayed by Terry Lynch) will share the stories of St. Nicholas, the protector of children throughout history. For adults and kids of all ages. 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 "Adult" group. Tech Help Drop-In Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm 2nd Floor of the Library at Glen Ellyn Public Library Program Type: Computers & Technology Age Group: Adult Details: Drop in with your questions or to troubleshoot an app or device issue on your laptop, tablet, or phone. This event is in the "Adult" group. Dec 14 2024 Sat Tech Help Drop-In 1:00pm - 3:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: 2nd Floor of the Library Age Group: Adult Program Type: Computers & Technology Details: Drop in with your questions or to troubleshoot an app or device issue on your laptop, tablet, or phone.
This event is in the "Youth" group. Home Alone Interactive Movie Kit All Day Youth Department at Glen Ellyn Public Library Program Type: Social Age Group: Youth Details: Make watching Home Alone a new experience for the whole family! Treats, props, and cues to make this holiday classic even more fun! While supplies last. For kids of all ages. This event is in the "Youth" group. Dec 16 2024 Mon Home Alone Interactive Movie Kit All Day Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Department Age Group: Youth Program Type: Social Details: Make watching Home Alone a new experience for the whole family! Treats, props, and cues to make this holiday classic even more fun! While supplies last. For kids of all ages. Special Notes Kit Only Pick up your kit for this do-it-yourself activity on the event date!
This event is in the "Adult" group. Tech Help One-on-One Monday, December 16, 2024 at 9:00am - 9:45am Pearl Buck at Glen Ellyn Public Library Program Type: Computers & Technology Age Group: Adult 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 This event is in the "Adult" group. Dec 16 2024 Mon Tech Help One-on-One 9:00am - 9:45am Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Pearl Buck Age Group: Adult 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.
This event is in the "Adult" group. Tech Help One-on-One Monday, December 16, 2024 at 9:45am - 10:30am Pearl Buck at Glen Ellyn Public Library Program Type: Computers & Technology Age Group: Adult 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 This event is in the "Adult" group. Dec 16 2024 Mon Tech Help One-on-One 9:45am - 10:30am Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Pearl Buck Age Group: Adult 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.
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. Sublimated Metal Ornaments Monday, December 16, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm The Workshop at Glen Ellyn Public Library Program Type: Maker Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Details: Create an ornament for the holidays! Print a design on sublimation paper and use the heat press to apply the design to a piece of metal. Required 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. Dec 16 2024 Mon Sublimated Metal Ornaments 10:00am - 12:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: The Workshop Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Maker Required Seats Remaining: 6 Details: Create an ornament for the holidays! Print a design on sublimation paper and use the heat press to apply the design to a piece of metal. 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.
This event is in the "Youth" group. Sublimated Metal Ornaments for Grades 3-5 Monday, December 16, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library Program Type: Maker Age Group: Youth Details: Create an ornament for the holidays! Print a design on sublimation paper and use the heat press to apply the design to a piece of metal. Required This event is in the "Youth" group. Dec 16 2024 Mon Sublimated Metal Ornaments for Grades 3-5 4:00pm - 5:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Maker Required Seats Remaining: 0 Details: Create an ornament for the holidays! Print a design on sublimation paper and use the heat press to apply the design to a piece of metal. 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 "Middle School" group. Sublimated Metal Ornaments for Grades 6-8 Monday, December 16, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library Program Type: Maker Age Group: Middle School Details: Create an ornament for the holidays! Print a design on sublimation paper and use the heat press to apply the design to a piece of metal. Required This event is in the "Middle School" group. Dec 16 2024 Mon Sublimated Metal Ornaments for Grades 6-8 5:30pm - 6:30pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Middle School Program Type: Maker Required Seats Remaining: 6 Details: Create an ornament for the holidays! Print a design on sublimation paper and use the heat press to apply the design to a piece of metal. 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 "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, December 16, 2024 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. 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. Dec 16 2024 Mon Library Board of Trustees Meeting 7:00pm - 9:00pm 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 "High School" group. This event is in the "College and Young Adult" group. Study Haven Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 9:00am - 9:00pm Throughout the Library at Glen Ellyn Public Library Program Type: Social Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult Details: Enjoy light refreshments and de-stress with therapy animals during the area's high school finals week. This event is in the "High School" group. This event is in the "College and Young Adult" group. Dec 17 2024 Tue Study Haven 9:00am - 9:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Throughout the Library Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult Program Type: Social Details: Enjoy light refreshments and de-stress with therapy animals during the area's high school finals week.
This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Middle School" group. Wicked Karaoke Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm The Middle at Glen Ellyn Public Library Program Type: Special Event Age Group: Youth, Middle School Details: Celebrate Broadway's iconic Wicked The Musical coming to the silver screen by singing along with some of its greatest hits. This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Middle School" group. Dec 17 2024 Tue Wicked Karaoke 4:00pm - 5:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: The Middle Age Group: Youth, Middle School Program Type: Special Event Details: Celebrate Broadway's iconic Wicked The Musical coming to the silver screen by singing along with some of its greatest hits.
This event is in the "Youth" group. Bluestem Book Club Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library Program Type: Book Discussion Age Group: Youth Details: Preview a Bluestem book each month while eating pizza supplied by the library. Listen to the first chapter of the book and then participate in a fun activity. Please register for e... Required This event is in the "Youth" group. Dec 17 2024 Tue Bluestem Book Club 6:00pm - 7:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Book Discussion Required Seats Remaining: 18 Details: Preview a Bluestem book each month while eating pizza supplied by the library. Listen to the first chapter of the book and then participate in a fun activity. Please register for each month separately. Best for grades 3-5. 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. 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 "High School" group. This event is in the "College and Young Adult" group. Study Haven Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 9:00am - 9:00pm Throughout the Library at Glen Ellyn Public Library Program Type: Social Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult Details: Enjoy light refreshments and de-stress with therapy animals during the area's high school finals week. This event is in the "High School" group. This event is in the "College and Young Adult" group. Dec 18 2024 Wed Study Haven 9:00am - 9:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Throughout the Library Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult Program Type: Social Details: Enjoy light refreshments and de-stress with therapy animals during the area's high school finals week.
This event is in the "Youth" group. Christmas Storytime and Craft Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime Age Group: Youth Details: Twenty name tags (children only). For birth to 5 years. This event is in the "Youth" group. Dec 18 2024 Wed Christmas Storytime and Craft 9:30am - 10:00am Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime Details: Twenty name tags (children only). For birth to 5 years. 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. 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. 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 "College and Young Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Adult 50+" group. FoL Book Sort Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Basement - Friends Area at Glen Ellyn Public Library Program Type: Volunteer Age Group: College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ FoL Book Sort: The Friends operate a used book sale area in the library basement and hold public sales approximately every other month. To prepare for these sales, volunteers process and she... 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. Dec 18 2024 Wed FoL Book Sort 10:00am - 12:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Basement - Friends Area Age Group: College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Volunteer FoL Book Sort The Friends operate a used book sale area in the library basement and hold public sales approximately every other month. To prepare for these sales, volunteers process and shelve donated items. Sorts are a great opportunity to socialize, chat about books, and help your library. If you are interested in helping out, please email friends@gepl.org to schedule an orientation session.
This event is in the "Youth" group. Christmas Storytime and Craft Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime Age Group: Youth Details: Twenty name tags (children only). For birth to 5 years. This event is in the "Youth" group. Dec 18 2024 Wed Christmas Storytime and Craft 10:30am - 11:00am Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime Details: Twenty name tags (children only). For birth to 5 years. 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. 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. 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 50+" group. Social Hour for Adults 50+ Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm North and South Meeting Rooms 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. This event is in the "Adult 50+" group. Dec 18 2024 Wed Social Hour for Adults 50+ 2:30pm - 4:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: North and South Meeting Rooms 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.
This event is in the "Youth" group. Books and Cooks Gone Global Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library Program Type: Play and Learn Together Age Group: Youth Details: Read together and make dishes from around the world. For grades 3-5. Required This event is in the "Youth" group. Dec 18 2024 Wed Books and Cooks Gone Global 4:00pm - 5:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Play and Learn Together Required Seats Remaining: 24 Details: Read together and make dishes from around the world. For grades 3-5. 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. 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. Milk and Cookie Storytime Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library Program Type: Play and Learn Together, Storytime Age Group: Youth 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 op... This event is in the "Youth" group. Dec 18 2024 Wed Milk and Cookie Storytime 6:00pm - 7:00pm 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. Twenty name tags (children only). 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. 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.
