Week Calendar

On narrow displays, the weekly calendar is wider than the screen. You can side-scroll within this table to view events and reservations for the whole week.

Time	Sun (9/07)	Mon (9/08)	Tue (9/09)	Wed (9/10)	Thu (9/11)	Fri (9/12)	Sat (9/13)
All Day				This event is in the "Youth" group Toddler Artists Kit All Day Youth This event is in the "Youth" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Department Age Group: Youth Program Type: Arts & Crafts Details: Use the supplies and instructions provided to share rhymes and a craft anywhere! Available while supply lasts. For ages 2-3 years and their grownups. Special Notes Kit Only Pick up your kit for this do-it-yourself activity on the event date!
9 am							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 Friends Used Book Sale 9:00am–2:00pm 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Basement - Friends Area Age Group: High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Volunteer Friends Used Book Sale Purchase quality, gently-used books at discount prices from the Friends of the Library. For sales that take place in the Basement Friends Area, please take the elevator to the basement of the library.
10 am			This event is in the "Youth" group Together Time at the Civic Center 10:30am–11:00am Youth This event is in the "Youth" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Location: Glen Ellyn Civic Center Gymnasium Age Group: Youth Program Type: Adaptive, Play and Learn Together, Storytime Details: Dynamic session promoting child and grownup bonding through creating, singing, playing, and sharing stories together. 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. Promotion Adults and children may be photographed and videotaped by library staff or their representatives in the course of library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in library publicity. If you have a concern about this policy, please contact library staff. Bring your grownup This program is designed for children and their grownups. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs are not allowed.		This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Adult 50+" group Donuts and BINGO 10:30am–11:30am Adult, Adult 50+ This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Adult 50+" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Location: Main Street Recreation Center Age Group: Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Social Details: Enjoy BINGO, coffee, and donuts each month. One BINGO card per participant. Coffee, donuts, and BINGO cards are provided, and prizes will be awarded to the winners.	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 Friends Book Sort 10:00am–12:00pm 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Basement - Friends Area Age Group: College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Volunteer Friends Book Sort The Friends operate a used book sale area in the library basement and hold public sales approximately every other month. To prepare for these sales, volunteers process and shelve donated items. Sorts are a great opportunity to socialize, chat about books, and help your library. If you are interested in helping out, please email friends@gepl.org to schedule an orientation session.	This event is in the "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 Equipment Basics: Cricut 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 Helpful Computer Skills for Maker Projects Most maker projects require a design file that is uploaded to the software that runs the equipment. For this reason, the following skills are very helpful. Ability to use a keyboard to copy and paste Ability to use a mouse to double-click and left-click, click-and-drag and highlight text, and scroll Ability to navigate file directories, open and rename files Knowledge of how to use a flash drive Patience using a computer for up to an hour DigitalLearn.org is a great resource for anyone who would like to enhance their computer skills. The library's goal is for programs to be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please call 630-469-0879 or email reference@gepl.org. 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.
11 am							This event is in the "Adult" group Cancelled Parent and Caregiver Sibshop Support Meeting 11:00am–12:00pm Adult Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Shakespeare Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Class, Health & Wellness, Social Registration Required Details: Discuss the needs, concerns, and opportunities that are frequently experienced by siblings of people with disabilities, and how Sibshops and other practical strategies can support them. 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 This event is in the "Middle School" group Sibshop for Siblings of Children with Disabilities 11:00am–12:00pm Youth, Middle School Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Middle School" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth, Middle School Program Type: Play and Learn Together, Social Registration Required Details: Connect with other kids who share the experience of having a brother or sister with a disability. Laugh, talk, play games, do activities, and discuss your shared experiences. 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.
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1 pm			This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Adult 50+" group Dementia Education 1:00pm–2:30pm Adult, Adult 50+ Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Adult 50+" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: 2nd Floor Round Window Area Age Group: Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Dementia Friendly, Health & Wellness Registration Required Details: Hadi Finerty from the Alzheimer’s Association (alz.org) will discuss 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's. 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 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 Details: Drop in with your questions or to troubleshoot an app or device issue on your laptop, tablet, or phone.
2 pm	This event is in the "Youth" group OneInMath 2:30pm–3:30pm Youth This event is in the "Youth" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 to 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 "Adult 50+" group Social Hour for Adults 50+ 2:30pm–4:00pm Adult 50+ This event is in the "Adult 50+" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: 2nd Floor West Window 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.
3 pm						This event is in the "High School" group Friday Challenge 3:30pm–4:30pm High School This event is in the "High School" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: High School Room Age Group: High School Program Type: Social Details: Face the Young Adult Librarian in Answer Me These Questions Three to get a free snack. 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. Food allergies The library cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
4 pm		This event is in the "Youth" group Fun with STEM: Learn and Create 4:00pm–4:45pm Youth Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Class, STEAM Registration Required Details: Fun with STEM: Learn and Create Members of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) present monthly science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) topics. Please register for each month separately. For grades 2-5. Use magnets to make a train without wheels. 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 Laser Engrave a Notebook for Grades 3-5 4:00pm–5:00pm Youth Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: The Workshop Age Group: Youth Program Type: Maker Registration Required Details: Use Canva® to create a design and then use the laser to engrave the design onto a notebook cover. 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 The Artist in You 4:00pm–5:00pm Youth Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play and Learn Together Registration Required Details: Make one-of-a-kind art inspired by famous artists, the world around you, and your own creative spirit! For grades k-2. 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 This event is in the "Middle School" group Create Kindness 4:00pm–5:00pm Youth, Middle School Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Middle School" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth, Middle School Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Volunteer Registration Required Details: Crochet or knit an item to donate to the Community Cupboard. Supplies and instruction available. Beginners welcome! Volunteer hours can be awarded. For grades 4-8. 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.
5 pm			This event is in the "Middle School" group Laser Engrave a Notebook for Grades 6-8 5:30pm–6:30pm Middle School Registration Required This event is in the "Middle School" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: The Workshop Age Group: Middle School Program Type: Maker Registration Required Details: Use Canva® to create a design and then use the laser to engrave the design onto a notebook cover. 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.
6 pm			This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Adult 50+" group Tech Help One-on-One 6:00pm–6:45pm Adult, Adult 50+ Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Adult 50+" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Pearl Buck Age Group: Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Computers & Technology Registration Required Details: 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. This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Adult 50+" group Tech Help One-on-One 6:45pm–7:30pm Adult, Adult 50+ Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Adult 50+" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Pearl Buck Age Group: Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Computers & Technology Registration Required Details: 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.	This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Adult 50+" group Foundation Meeting 6:30pm–8:30pm Adult, Adult 50+ This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Adult 50+" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Board Room Age Group: Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Volunteer Foundation Meeting The Glen Ellyn Library Foundation meets quarterly.
7 pm					This event is in the "College and Young Adult" group This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Adult 50+" group Thursday Evening Book Club 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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. The September House by Carissa Orlando 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.