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 8 2026 Wed Parent Yourself First: Become the Parent You Want to Be 7:00pm–8:00pm High School, College and Young Adult, Adult 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 Apr 8 2026 Wed Parent Yourself First: Become the Parent You Want to Be 7:00pm–8:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Virtual Program Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult Program Type: Class Details: 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. Kappadakunnel comes to GPS with a compassionate and powerful guide that demonstrates you can still be a great parent even if you didn’t have one yourself.
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 8 2026 Wed Guitar for Beginners 7:00pm–8:30pm High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ 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 8 2026 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, Performance Details: Learn guitar basics from guitarist John Wolaver in a nine-week session in a friendly group setting. Please bring your own guitar. Optionally, participate in a performance at the end of the session. For ages 16 and up.
Apr 9 2026 Thu Meeting Room Reservations Open for June, July, August All Day Apr 9 2026 Thu Meeting Room Reservations Open for June, July, August All Day Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Details: Reservations for the North and South Meeting Rooms and the Shakespeare Room on the 2nd floor open the second Thursday of April for reservations in June, July, and August.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group Apr 9 2026 Thu Donuts and Bingo 10:30am–11:30am Adult 50+ This event is in the "Adult 50+" group Apr 9 2026 Thu Donuts and Bingo 10:30am–11:30am Location: Main Street Recreation Center Age Group: Adult 50+ Program Type: Social Donuts and Bingo Enjoy bingo, coffee, and donuts. One bingo card per participant. Coffee, donuts, and bingo cards are provided, and prizes will be awarded to the winners. This free drop-in activity is offered in partnership with the Glen Ellyn Park District.
This event is in the "Middle School" group Apr 9 2026 Thu Bring Your Own Book Club 4:00pm–5:00pm Middle School Registration Required This event is in the "Middle School" group Apr 9 2026 Thu Bring Your Own Book Club 4:00pm–5:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: The Middle Age Group: Middle School Program Type: Book Discussion Registration Required Details: No assigned reading. No stress. Just books you enjoy and people who love talking about them. Bring any book you’re currently enjoying and share it with other readers while snacking. 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. 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 Apr 9 2026 Thu LEGO Lab 4:00pm–5:00pm Youth Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group Apr 9 2026 Thu LEGO Lab 4:00pm–5:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: STEAM Registration Required Details: Discover more ways to play and learn with LEGO! March – Build It! LEGO Challenge April – Make prints with LEGOs May – Write code with LEGO Spike 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 This event is in the "High School" group Apr 9 2026 Thu Let's Play Dungeons and Dragons 4:00pm–5:00pm Middle School, High School Registration Required This event is in the "Middle School" group This event is in the "High School" group Apr 9 2026 Thu Let's Play Dungeons and Dragons 4:00pm–5:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Shakespeare Room Age Group: Middle School, High School Program Type: Class, Social Registration 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 Apr 9 2026 Thu Open Mic Night 5:00pm–7:00pm High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Registration 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 Apr 9 2026 Thu Open Mic Night 5:00pm–7:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: 2nd Floor Atrium East Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: America 250, Performance Registration Required Details: Writers and musicians from The Awakenings Project will share original pieces. Members of the public are also invited to share original works.
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 2026 Thu Thursday Evening Book Club 7:00pm–8:00pm College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Registration 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 Apr 9 2026 Thu Thursday Evening Book Club 7:00pm–8:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Shakespeare Room Age Group: College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Book Discussion Registration Required Details: Thursday Evening Book Club Copies of book discussion titles are available at the Adult Desk, or you can request a copy for pick up at the drive-up window by calling the Adult Desk at 630-790-6630 or emailing reference@gepl.org. She’s a Lamb! By Meredith Hambrock
Apr 10 2026 Fri Library Closed for Staff In-Service Day All Day Closing Apr 10 2026 Fri Closing Library Closed for Staff In-Service Day All Day Branches: Glen Ellyn Public Library Description: The library building, including the drive-up window, The Cafe, and The Workshop, will be closed to allow library staff to participate in training and professional development activities.
This event is in the "Adult" group Apr 11 2026 Sat ASQ Training 8:30am–12:30pm Adult Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Apr 11 2026 Sat ASQ Training 8:30am–12:30pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: North and South Meeting Rooms Age Group: Adult Program Type: Class Registration Required Details: Glenbard Early Childhood Collaborative will provide an in-depth overview of ASQ-3, a developmental screening tool used to monitor a child's progress from 1 month to 5 1/2 years. 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 "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 11 2026 Sat Equipment Basics: Embroidery Machine 10:00am–11:30am High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Registration 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 Apr 11 2026 Sat Equipment Basics: Embroidery Machine 10:00am–11:30am Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: The Workshop Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Maker Registration Required Equipment Basics Staff-led program to learn basic skills using a piece of equipment by working on a beginner-level project. Please see Helpful Computer Skills for Maker Projects. Special Notes Maker Program Supplies provided. Maker programs are available to Glen Ellyn Public Library cardholders. 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 11 2026 Sat Tech Help Drop In 1:00pm–3:00pm High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ 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 11 2026 Sat Tech Help Drop In 1:00pm–3:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: 2nd Floor of the Library Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Computers & Technology Tech Help Drop-In Stop by with your questions or to troubleshoot an app or device issue on your laptop, tablet, or phone.
This event is in the "Youth" group Apr 11 2026 Sat StoryWalk New Location Launch Party 2:00pm–2:30pm Youth Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Youth" group Apr 11 2026 Sat StoryWalk New Location Launch Party 2:00pm–2:30pm Location: Off Site Age Group: Youth Program Type: Play and Learn Together, Storytime Registration Required Details: StoryWalk has moved to a new location! Celebrate spring with a special storytime featuring How to Staycation Like a Snail, and then stay to play and enjoy the park! 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. 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 "Youth" group Apr 12 2026 Sun OneInMath 2:30pm–3:30pm Youth This event is in the "Youth" group Apr 12 2026 Sun OneInMath 2:30pm–3:30pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Class, STEAM OneInMath OneInMath is a free program run by high school volunteers to empower the love of math in students in grade k-3. Register or sign up to volunteer. 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 "Youth" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Book Babies 9:30am–10:00am Youth This event is in the "Youth" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Book Babies 9:30am–10:00am Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytime Details: Bring baby for rhymes, songs, and playtime with other babies. Fifteen name tags (children only). For birth-24 months and their grownups. Special Notes Accessibility The library makes every effort to ensure that programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Name tags Name tags will be available at the Youth Desk beginning 30 minutes prior to the program start time. Children with their grownups can pick up name tags on a first-come, first-served basis. Promotion Adults and children may be photographed and videotaped by library staff or their representatives in the course of library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in library publicity. If you have a concern about this policy, please contact library staff. 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 Apr 13 2026 Mon Book Babies 10:30am–11:00am Youth This event is in the "Youth" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Book Babies 10:30am–11:00am Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytime Details: Bring baby for rhymes, songs, and playtime with other babies. Fifteen name tags (children only). For birth-24 months and their grownups. Special Notes Accessibility The library makes every effort to ensure that programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Name tags Name tags will be available at the Youth Desk beginning 30 minutes prior to the program start time. Children with their grownups can pick up name tags on a first-come, first-served basis. Promotion Adults and children may be photographed and videotaped by library staff or their representatives in the course of library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in library publicity. If you have a concern about this policy, please contact library staff. 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 This event is in the "Middle School" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Engrave Your Own Bookmark 4:00pm–5:00pm Youth, Middle School Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Middle School" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Engrave Your Own Bookmark 4:00pm–5:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: The Workshop Age Group: Youth, Middle School Program Type: Maker Registration Required Details: Design your own bookmark and then use the laser engraver to engrave your design. 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. Maker program registration begins 30 days prior to the event.To use The Workshop, visitors must complete, sign, and date the Makerspace Use Agreement and Waiver and Release of Liability. Visitors under age 18 must have a parent or legal guardian sign the agreement on their behalf. Promotion Adults and children may be photographed and videotaped by library staff or their representatives in the course of library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in library publicity. If you have a concern about this policy, please contact library staff.
This event is in the "Youth" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Together Time 9:30am–10:00am Youth This event is in the "Youth" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Together Time 9:30am–10:00am Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytime Together Time Dynamic session promoting child and grownup bonding through creating, singing, playing, and sharing stories together. Twenty name tags (children only). For kids of all ages and their grownups. Special Notes Accessibility The library makes every effort to ensure that programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Name tags Name tags will be available at the Youth Desk beginning 30 minutes prior to the program start time. Children with their grownups can pick up name tags on a first-come, first-served basis. Promotion Adults and children may be photographed and videotaped by library staff or their representatives in the course of library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in library publicity. If you have a concern about this policy, please contact library staff. 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 Apr 14 2026 Tue Together Time 10:30am–11:00am Youth This event is in the "Youth" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Together Time 10:30am–11:00am Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytime Together Time Dynamic session promoting child and grownup bonding through creating, singing, playing, and sharing stories together. Twenty name tags (children only). For kids of all ages and their grownups. Special Notes Accessibility The library makes every effort to ensure that programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Name tags Name tags will be available at the Youth Desk beginning 30 minutes prior to the program start time. Children with their grownups can pick up name tags on a first-come, first-served basis. Promotion Adults and children may be photographed and videotaped by library staff or their representatives in the course of library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in library publicity. If you have a concern about this policy, please contact library staff. 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 This event is in the "Middle School" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Engrave Your Own Bookmark 4:00pm–5:00pm Youth, Middle School Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Middle School" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Engrave Your Own Bookmark 4:00pm–5:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: The Workshop Age Group: Youth, Middle School Program Type: Maker Registration Required Details: Design your own bookmark and then use the laser engraver to engrave your design. 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. Maker program registration begins 30 days prior to the event.To use The Workshop, visitors must complete, sign, and date the Makerspace Use Agreement and Waiver and Release of Liability. Visitors under age 18 must have a parent or legal guardian sign the agreement on their behalf. Promotion Adults and children may be photographed and videotaped by library staff or their representatives in the course of library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in library publicity. If you have a concern about this policy, please contact library staff.
This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Adult 50+" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Memory Cafe 4:00pm–5:00pm Adult, Adult 50+ Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Adult 50+" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Memory Cafe 4:00pm–5:00pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: North and South Meeting Rooms Age Group: Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Dementia Friendly Registration Required Memory Cafe Memory Cafes are welcoming social gatherings for people living with changes in their memory or thinking, and the people who care about them. A Memory Cafe is a place to have fun together, talk with others who understand what you’re going through, and try something new!
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 2026 Tue Tech Help Drop In 6:00pm–7:30pm High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ 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 2026 Tue Tech Help Drop In 6:00pm–7:30pm Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: 2nd Floor of the Library Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Computers & Technology Tech Help Drop-In Stop by with your questions or to troubleshoot an app or device issue on your laptop, tablet, or phone.
This event is in the "Youth" group Apr 15 2026 Wed Together Time 9:30am–10:00am Youth This event is in the "Youth" group Apr 15 2026 Wed Together Time 9:30am–10:00am Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytime Together Time Dynamic session promoting child and grownup bonding through creating, singing, playing, and sharing stories together. Twenty name tags (children only). For kids of all ages and their grownups. Special Notes Accessibility The library makes every effort to ensure that programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Name tags Name tags will be available at the Youth Desk beginning 30 minutes prior to the program start time. Children with their grownups can pick up name tags on a first-come, first-served basis. Promotion Adults and children may be photographed and videotaped by library staff or their representatives in the course of library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in library publicity. If you have a concern about this policy, please contact library staff. 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.
