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Apr
10
2025
Thu
Meeting Room Reservations Open for June, July, August
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.
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Apr
11
2025
Fri
Closing
Library Closed for Staff In-Service Day
Branches:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Description:
The library building (including the drive-up window and The Cafe) will be closed to allow library staff to participate in training and professional development activities.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Apr
7
2025
Mon
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 up to 24 months and their grownups.
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.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Apr
8
2025
Tue
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 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.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Apr
9
2025
Wed
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 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.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Apr
7
2025
Mon
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 up to 24 months and their grownups.
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.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Apr
8
2025
Tue
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 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.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Apr
9
2025
Wed
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 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.
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This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.
Apr
10
2025
Thu
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.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Apr
12
2025
Sat
Wendy & DB: Live Music for Kids!
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
2nd Floor Atrium East
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Performance
Required
Seats Remaining:
120
Details:
Celebrate our 1K Club finishers at this special event where we will sing, dance, and jump along with award-winning children’s music duo, Wendy & DB! 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.
For Adults and Kids of All Ages
Please register all attendees, adults and children, for this event.
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.
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This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.
Apr
12
2025
Sat
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
2nd Floor of the Library
Age Group:
Adult,
Adult 50+
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Details:
Drop in with your questions or to troubleshoot an app or device issue on your laptop, tablet, or phone.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Apr
6
2025
Sun
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
North and South Meeting Rooms
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Class,
STEAM
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.
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This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Apr
7
2025
Mon
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Pearl Buck
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.
Apr
7
2025
Mon
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
North and South Meeting Rooms
Age Group:
Adult,
Adult 50+
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Details:
Schedule your donation appointment at vitalant.org or call 877-25-VITAL. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are recommended.
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This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.
Apr
9
2025
Wed
Social Hour for Adults 50+
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.
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.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Apr
8
2025
Tue
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining:
20
Details:
Dive into the fuzzy world of fiber arts! Explore techniques like felting, weaving, knitting, macrame, and more.. 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.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Apr
9
2025
Wed
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Play and Learn Together,
STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining:
20
Details:
Embrace your curiosity with creative, collaborative, hands on play and learning! For grades K-2.
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.
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This event is in the "High School" group.
This event is in the "High School" group.
Apr
8
2025
Tue
Reality DuPage: Leave Your Mark
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
North and South Meeting Rooms
Age Group:
High School
Program Type:
Social,
Volunteer
Required
Seats Remaining:
80
Details:
Develop leadership and advocacy skills and make a positive impact in the community by joining other high school students from DuPage County. Volunteer hours are awarded for participation.
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.
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This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.
Apr
8
2025
Tue
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Pearl Buck
Age Group:
Adult,
Adult 50+
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.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group.
Apr
8
2025
Tue
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Pearl Buck
Age Group:
Adult,
Adult 50+
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.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Apr
9
2025
Wed
Milk and Cookie Storytime
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Play and Learn Together,
Storytime
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.
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This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Apr
8
2025
Tue
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
The Lounge
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Adaptive,
Book Discussion
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.
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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.
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
9
2025
Wed
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
Required
Seats Remaining:
20
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.
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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.
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
10
2025
Thu
Hokusai Lecture with Diana Martinez
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
Required
Seats Remaining:
50
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 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 "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.
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.
Apr
10
2025
Thu
Illinois Libraries Present: The Art of Foraging with Alexis Nikole Nelson
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 account alexisnikole and Instagram page blackforager, to celebrate all the edible plants hiding in plain sight.
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.
College and Young Adult,
Adult,
Adult 50+
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
Thursday Evening Book Club
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
The Lounge
Age Group:
College and Young Adult,
Adult,
Adult 50+
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Required
Seats Remaining:
15
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:
The Hazelbourne Ladies Motorcycle & Flying Club by Helen Simonson
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.
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