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Holiday Walk

Friday, November 29, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
2nd Floor Atrium East 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:

Before you head to downtown Glen Ellyn for holiday festivities, come to the library! For adults and kids of all ages. 2nd Floor - Make a holiday button in The Workshop!1:15 pm...

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Atrium East
Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Performance, Special Event
Details:

Before you head to downtown Glen Ellyn for holiday festivities, come to the library! For adults and kids of all ages. 

2nd Floor - Make a holiday button in The Workshop!

A Day that will Live in Infamy: The Attack on Pearl Harbor

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
North and South Meeting Rooms at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Details:

The shocking attack and major defeat at Pearl Harbor lead was the catalyst for the emergence of a new and determined naval fleet. This presentation will examine events leading up t...

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: North and South Meeting Rooms
Age Group: College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 78
Details:

The shocking attack and major defeat at Pearl Harbor lead was the catalyst for the emergence of a new and determined naval fleet.

The Magic of Raina Telgemeier

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 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:

Raina Telgemeier is the author and illustrator of the graphic novels Smile, Drama, Sisters, Ghosts, and Guts, all #1 New York Times bestsellers. She also adapted and illustrated fo...

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:

Raina Telgemeier is the author and illustrator of the graphic novels Smile, Drama, Sisters, Ghosts, and Guts, all #1 New York Times bestsellers.

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
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: 41
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.

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.

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.

Chicago Pizza - Past, Present & Future with Steve Dolinsky

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Program at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
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 in conversation with Steve Dolinsky, well known Food Guy reporter at NBC 5 (Chicago) and James Beard Award winner for his TV, radio and podcast work.Reserve your Spot

Virtual Event
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Virtual Program
Age Group: 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 in conversation with Steve Dolinsky, well known Food Guy reporter at NBC 5 (Chicago) and James Beard Award winner for his TV, radio and podcast work.

Passport Acceptance Fair

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 9:30am - 4:00pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Details:

Glen Ellyn Public Library is an official Passport Acceptance Facility. During this event, four passport agents will accept, on behalf of the U.S. Department of State, walk in DS-11...

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

Glen Ellyn Public Library is an official Passport Acceptance Facility. During this event, four passport agents will accept, on behalf of the U.S.

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.

Drivers and Motor Vehicle Services (DMV) at the Library

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
North and South Meeting Rooms at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Details:

Access Illinois Secretary of State Drivers and Motor Vehicle Services at the library! Driver’s License Renewal Standard REAL ID State ID Cards Standard REAL...

Cancelled
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: North and South Meeting Rooms
Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Program Type: Special Event
Details:

Access Illinois Secretary of State Drivers and Motor Vehicle Services at the library!

Driver’s License Renewal

  • Standard
  • REAL ID

State ID Cards

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.

Preschool Fair

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
North and South Meeting Rooms at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Youth, Adult
Details:

Talk to local organizations about preschool learning opportunities and enrollment.

Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: North and South Meeting Rooms
Age Group: Youth, Adult
Program Type: Special Event
Details:

Talk to local organizations about preschool learning opportunities and enrollment.

Love and Laughs with Michelle Buteau

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Program at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
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 Michelle Buteau, an American stand-up comedian, actress, television host, producer, and podcast host.Reserve your Spot

Virtual Event
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Virtual Program
Age Group: 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 Michelle Buteau, an American stand-up comedian, actress, television host, producer, and podcast host.

Reserve your Spot

Emerging Author Expo

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Throughout the Library at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+
Emerging Authors:

An emerging author is a writer who has some professional experience and recognition but has not yet reached an established level. The term is often used to describe early-career wr...

Details:

Meet local authors whose books are part of the library’s Emerging Author Collection and the collection at large. Books will be available for purchase and signing! From 1:30-3:30, a...

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

Emerging Authors

An emerging author is a writer who has some professional experience and recognition but has not yet reached an established level. The term is often used to describe early-career writers who may need support. The library’s Emerging Author Collection offers local authors the opportunity to have their books on shelves and in circulation, receive wider exposure, and reach an audience they might not otherwise influence. Learn more about the Emerging Author Collection, including how to submit your work. This winter, the library is also supporting early-career writers with programs, tools, and encouragement!

Details:

Meet local authors whose books are part of the library’s Emerging Author Collection and the collection at large.

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.

An Evening with James McBride

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Program at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
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 an evening with James McBride, American musician and author of New York Times bestselling memoir The Color of Water, and novels Deacon King Kon...

Virtual Event
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Virtual Program
Age Group: 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 an evening with James McBride, American musician and author of New York Times bestselling memoir The Color of Water, and novels Deacon King Kong, The Good Lord Bird and The

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.

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.

Sayonara, Sticker Club

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Program Room at Glen Ellyn Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Youth
Details:

Sticker Club participants celebrate all they've accomplished with pizza and a sticker swap. Join Sticker Club and join us! 

Required
Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Details:

Sticker Club participants celebrate all they've accomplished with pizza and a sticker swap. Join Sticker Club and join us! 

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.

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.