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.

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9 am				This event is in the "Youth" group Toddler Artists 9:30am–10:00am Youth Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Details: Listen to a story and create seasonal art. For birth-3 years 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.
10 am				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 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 "Youth" group Toddler Artists 10:30am–11:00am Youth Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Details: Listen to a story and create seasonal art. For birth-3 years 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 Location: Main Street Recreation Center Age Group: Adult, 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 "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 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.
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1 pm	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 Puzzle Exchange 1:30pm–3:30pm 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 Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: 2nd Floor Atrium East Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School, College and Young Adult, Adult, Adult 50+ Program Type: Social Details: Trade your gently used puzzles for a new challenge! Light refreshments provided. For adults and kids of all ages. 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.						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 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 Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: 2nd Floor of the Library Age Group: 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.
2 pm				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 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.			This event is in the "Youth" group Craftapalooza: Holiday Edition 2:00pm–3:00pm Youth Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Details: Drop in to paint, stamp, weave, glue, and tape your way through amazing holiday crafts! For grades 2-4. 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.
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 Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: High School Room Age Group: High School Program Type: Social Details: Face the Young Adult Librarian in this month’s challenge to get a free snack.
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 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. Snowball Catapults 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 Wood Ornament for Grades 3-5 4:00pm–5:00pm Youth Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group 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 wooden ornament. 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 Gargantuan Games 4:00pm–5:00pm Youth Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Games & Video Gaming Registration Required Details: Giant games equal giant fun! Come play larger than life versions of familiar favorites like Battleship or Hungry Hungry Hippos. For grades 3-5 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. 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 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. 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 Wooden Ornament for Grades 6-8 5:30pm–6:30pm Middle School Registration Required This event is in the "Middle School" group 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 wooden ornament 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 "College and Young Adult" group This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Adult 50+" group Tech Help Drop-In 6:00pm–7:30pm 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 Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: 2nd Floor of the Library Age Group: 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 Pajamas and Popcorn Storytime 6:00pm–7:00pm Youth This event is in the "Youth" group Location: Glen Ellyn Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Play and Learn Together, Storytime Details: Dynamic session promoting child and grownup bonding through creating, singing, playing, and sharing stories together. After the story session, enjoy popcorn followed by open play. Twenty name tags (children only). 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. Food allergies The library cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
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 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. Portrait of a Thief by Grace D. Li 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.