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Oct
3
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
Sep
30
2025
Tue
Together Time at the Civic Center
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.
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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
Oct
1
2025
Wed
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.
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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Youth" group
Sep
28
2025
Sun
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
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.
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This event is in the "Adult 50+" group
This event is in the "Adult 50+" group
Oct
1
2025
Wed
Social Hour for Adults 50+
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.
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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group
Oct
1
2025
Wed
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:
Computers & Technology,
Games & Video Gaming,
Maker,
STEAM
Beginner 3D Printing
Learn how to use Tinkercad to design the project of the month and 3D print the item to keep! Please register for each month separately. Prior month's attendance is not necessary. For grades 3-8.
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.
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.
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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Youth" group
Oct
2
2025
Thu
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
Details:
Listen to a story and create your own piñata during Hispanic Heritage Month to recognize the artistry of this Hispanic cultural tradition. For grades 2-5.
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.
Celebration of Culture
These events acknowledge holidays and other occasions that are valued in our community.
By including these days, we hope that you
- see your diversity mirrored on our calendar
- feel like we are taking your beliefs and observances into account with our programming
- become aware of occasions valued by other members of the community
- appreciate the diversity of our community
This effort, as well as others to come, are the result of our participation in the Glen Ellyn DEI Project meetings and listening sessions. The library is committed to furthering our commitment to understanding and meeting the needs of our community.
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
Cancelled
Middle School,
High School
This event is in the "Middle School" group
This event is in the "High School" group
Oct
2
2025
Thu
Cancelled
So You Want to Play Dungeons & Dragons®
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Location:
Glen Ellyn Public Library
Room:
Shakespeare Room
Age Group:
Middle School,
High School
Program Type:
Social
Details:
For seasoned adventurer and beginner middle and high school students. Learn to Play: Learn the basics of how to play the latest edition of Dungeons & Dragons.
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.
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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group
Oct
1
2025
Wed
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:
Computers & Technology,
Games & Video Gaming,
Maker,
STEAM
Intermediate 3D Printing
If you have already attended Beginner 3D Printing and are confident using Tinkercad, create your own design and then 3D print the item to keep! Please register for each month separately. Prior month’s attendance is not necessary. For grades 3-8.
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.
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.
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