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. Apr 1 2025 Tue Puzzle Race 1:00pm - 3:00pm Youth, Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Registration 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. Apr 1 2025 Tue Puzzle Race 1:00pm - 3:00pm 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: Games & Video Gaming Registration Required Seats Remaining: 4 Details: Test your puzzle speed in a timed competition! Complete a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle as a team of two to four people or get closest within two hours to win! One registration per team. Light refreshments provided. For age 8 and up with a grownup.
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. Apr 2 2025 Wed Guitar for Beginners 7:00pm - 8:30pm High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Registration 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. Apr 2 2025 Wed Guitar for Beginners 7:00pm - 8:30pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: North and South Meeting Rooms Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Class Registration Required Seats Remaining: 5 Guitar for Beginners Learn guitar basics from guitarist John Wolaver in an eight-week session in a friendly group setting. Please bring your own guitar. Optionally, participate in a Guitar Performance after the session ends. For age 16 and up.
This event is in the "High School" group. Apr 8 2025 Tue Reality DuPage: Healthy Teen Relationships 5:30pm - 7:30pm High School Registration This event is in the "High School" group. Apr 8 2025 Tue Reality DuPage: Healthy Teen Relationships 5:30pm - 7:30pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: North and South Meeting Rooms Age Group: High School Program Type: Social, Volunteer Registration Required Seats Remaining: 78 Reality DuPage Join other high school students from DuPage County to develop leadership and advocacy skills and make a positive impact in the community. Volunteer hours are awarded for participation. Details: Presented by Northeast DuPage Family and Youth Services. 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. This event is in the "Adult 50+" group. Apr 9 2025 Wed Guitar for Beginners 7:00pm - 8:30pm High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Registration 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. Apr 9 2025 Wed Guitar for Beginners 7:00pm - 8:30pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: North and South Meeting Rooms Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Class Registration Required Seats Remaining: 5 Guitar for Beginners Learn guitar basics from guitarist John Wolaver in an eight-week session in a friendly group setting. Please bring your own guitar. Optionally, participate in a Guitar Performance after the session ends. For age 16 and up.
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. Apr 10 2025 Thu The Art of Foraging with Alexis Nikole Nelson 7:00pm - 8:00pm Youth, Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Virtual Event 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. Apr 10 2025 Thu The Art of Foraging with Alexis Nikole Nelson 7:00pm - 8:00pm 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: Alexis Nikole Nelson is a forager and an outdoor educator using her platforms, TikTok (@alexisnikole) and Instagram (@blackforager), to celebrate all the edible plants hiding in plain sight.
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. Apr 10 2025 Thu Ukiyo-e Art Lecture with Diana Martinez 7:00pm - 8:00pm High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Registration 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. Apr 10 2025 Thu Ukiyo-e Art Lecture with Diana Martinez 7:00pm - 8:00pm 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 Registration Required Seats Remaining: 28 Details: Diana Martinez will share the background of the Japanese art form known as “Ukiyo-e,” or “floating world images,” in which artists depict an idealized world of grandeur, class, wit, style, and pleasure, created during Japan’s Edo Period (1603-1868 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. This event is in the "Adult 50+" group. Apr 12 2025 Sat A Picture Book’s Journey: From Inspiration to Publication 2:00pm - 3:30pm High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Registration 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. Apr 12 2025 Sat A Picture Book’s Journey: From Inspiration to Publication 2:00pm - 3:30pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: North and South Meeting Rooms Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Class Registration Required Seats Remaining: 38 Details: Most people think that creating picture books for children is easy. But that is a myth. 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. This event is in the "Adult 50+" group. Apr 14 2025 Mon Machine-Embroidered Keychain 10:00am - 12:00pm High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Registration 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. Apr 14 2025 Mon Machine-Embroidered Keychain 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 Registration Required Seats Remaining: 0 Details: Learn machine embroidery basics while making a stylish accessory for your keys or backpack. 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 "Middle School" group. This event is in the "High School" group. Apr 15 2025 Tue Poetry for Pancakes 3:30pm - 4:30pm Middle School, High School Registration This event is in the "Middle School" group. This event is in the "High School" group. Apr 15 2025 Tue Poetry for Pancakes 3:30pm - 4:30pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: North and South Meeting Rooms Age Group: Middle School, High School Program Type: Performance, Social Registration Required Seats Remaining: 20 Details: Get a hot and fresh pancake made by librarians in exchange for performing a piece of poetry or prose. Performed writings can be original or from published works. For grades 6-12.
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. Apr 16 2025 Wed Emotional Agility: Skills to Navigate Change and Embrace Self-Compassion 7:00pm - 8:00pm High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Virtual Event 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. Apr 16 2025 Wed Emotional Agility: Skills to Navigate Change and Embrace Self-Compassion 7:00pm - 8:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Virtual Program Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Class Glenbard Parent Series (GPS) Join other parents, high school and middle school students, and professionals to learn about issues facing today’s youth. The Glenbard Parent Series engages top experts, parents, and school staff to become proactive and informed in pursuit of the mutual goal to strengthen our communities. Programs are free and open to the public. Details: Equip teens and adults with skills to deal effectively with normal, natural emotions that arise from disappointments by navigating thoughts, feelings, and self-talk that drive careers, relationships, happiness, and health.
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. Apr 16 2025 Wed Guitar for Beginners 7:00pm - 8:30pm High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Registration 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. Apr 16 2025 Wed Guitar for Beginners 7:00pm - 8:30pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: North and South Meeting Rooms Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Class Registration Required Seats Remaining: 5 Guitar for Beginners Learn guitar basics from guitarist John Wolaver in an eight-week session in a friendly group setting. Please bring your own guitar. Optionally, participate in a Guitar Performance after the session ends. For age 16 and up.
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. Apr 19 2025 Sat Machine-Embroidered Keychain 12:00pm - 2:00pm High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Registration 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. Apr 19 2025 Sat Machine-Embroidered Keychain 12:00pm - 2:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: The Workshop Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Maker Registration Required Seats Remaining: 2 Details: Learn machine embroidery basics while making a stylish accessory for your keys or backpack. 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. Apr 21 2025 Mon Machine-Embroidered Keychain 6:00pm - 8:00pm High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Registration 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. Apr 21 2025 Mon Machine-Embroidered Keychain 6:00pm - 8:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: The Workshop Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Maker Registration Required Seats Remaining: 0 Details: Learn machine embroidery basics while making a stylish accessory for your keys or backpack. 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. Apr 23 2025 Wed Guitar for Beginners 7:00pm - 8:30pm High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Registration 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. Apr 23 2025 Wed Guitar for Beginners 7:00pm - 8:30pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: North and South Meeting Rooms Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Class Registration Required Seats Remaining: 5 Guitar for Beginners Learn guitar basics from guitarist John Wolaver in an eight-week session in a friendly group setting. Please bring your own guitar. Optionally, participate in a Guitar Performance after the session ends. For age 16 and up.
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. Apr 24 2025 Thu Poetry Night 6:30pm - 8:30pm High School, College and Young Adult, Adult Registration 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. Apr 24 2025 Thu Poetry Night 6:30pm - 8:30pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: North and South Meeting Rooms Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult Program Type: Performance Registration Required Seats Remaining: 40 Details: With authors from This Girls Story, enjoy creative writing and optionally perform original work or selections from publications. For age 14 and up.
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. Apr 28 2025 Mon Stop Calling them Soft Skills: The Essential Skills Employers Seek 7:00pm - 8:00pm High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Virtual Event 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. Apr 28 2025 Mon Stop Calling them Soft Skills: The Essential Skills Employers Seek 7:00pm - 8:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Virtual Program Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Class Glenbard Parent Series (GPS) Join other parents, high school and middle school students, and professionals to learn about issues facing today’s youth. The Glenbard Parent Series engages top experts, parents, and school staff to become proactive and informed in pursuit of the mutual goal to strengthen our communities. Programs are free and open to the public. Details: Learn how parents and educators can integrate the development of critical communication competencies alongside teaching "hard skills" in schools and at home.Reserve your Spot
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. Apr 30 2025 Wed Guitar for Beginners 7:00pm - 8:30pm High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Registration 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. Apr 30 2025 Wed Guitar for Beginners 7:00pm - 8:30pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: North and South Meeting Rooms Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Class Registration Required Seats Remaining: 5 Guitar for Beginners Learn guitar basics from guitarist John Wolaver in an eight-week session in a friendly group setting. Please bring your own guitar. Optionally, participate in a Guitar Performance after the session ends. For age 16 and up.
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. May 3 2025 Sat Art and Adventures with Author/Illustrator Dan Santat 2:00pm - 3:00pm Youth, Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult Virtual Event 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. May 3 2025 Sat Art and Adventures with Author/Illustrator Dan Santat 2:00pm - 3:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Virtual Program Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult 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: Dan Santat is the author and illustrator of over a hundred books for young people.
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. May 4 2025 Sun Plant Exchange 2:00pm - 4:00pm Youth, Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ 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. May 4 2025 Sun Plant Exchange 2:00pm - 4:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Picnic Tables near the Library Parking Lot Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Class Details: Trade houseplants, garden veggies, or flowers of any size for other plants! Special Notes Weather Permitting Outdoor programs may be cancelled in case of rain or other unfavorable conditions. If you have registered and the program is cancelled, you will be notified by phone. Otherwise, check the library's social media for weather-related updates.
This event is in the "High School" group. This event is in the "College and Young Adult" group. May 5 2025 Mon Laser-Engraved Dice Tray 4:00pm - 6:00pm High School, College and Young Adult Registration This event is in the "High School" group. This event is in the "College and Young Adult" group. May 5 2025 Mon Laser-Engraved Dice Tray 4:00pm - 6:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: The Workshop Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult Program Type: Maker Registration Required Seats Remaining: 9 Details: Engrave leather with the laser and then assemble a leather dice tray for your TRPGs (Tabletop Role-Playing Games). 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. May 7 2025 Wed Guitar for Beginners 7:00pm - 8:30pm High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Registration 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. May 7 2025 Wed Guitar for Beginners 7:00pm - 8:30pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: North and South Meeting Rooms Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Class Registration Required Seats Remaining: 5 Guitar for Beginners Learn guitar basics from guitarist John Wolaver in an eight-week session in a friendly group setting. Please bring your own guitar. Optionally, participate in a Guitar Performance after the session ends. For age 16 and up.
This event is in the "High School" group. May 8 2025 Thu Paint a Birdhouse 6:00pm - 7:00pm High School Registration This event is in the "High School" group. May 8 2025 Thu Paint a Birdhouse 6:00pm - 7:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: High School Room Age Group: High School Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Special Event Registration Required Seats Remaining: 10 Details: Celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month and the end of the school year with a creative art project to take home for your feathered friends.
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. May 12 2025 Mon Cricut Paper Flower 10:00am - 12:00pm High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Registration 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. May 12 2025 Mon Cricut Paper Flower 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 Registration Required Seats Remaining: 10 Details: Learn to use a Cricut machine to cut paper flower shapes and assemble them into magnets, gaining hands-on experience with design and cutting techniques in the Cricut Design Space software. 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. May 13 2025 Tue Poverty: A Discussion with Matthew Desmond 7:00pm - 8:00pm High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Virtual Event 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. May 13 2025 Tue Poverty: A Discussion with Matthew Desmond 7:00pm - 8:00pm 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: Matthew Desmond is a professor of sociology at Princeton University and author of the awardwinning book Evicted: Poverty and Profit in the American City.
