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Chess Club

drawing of a man carrying a chess boardThursday, February 11, 7:00-8:00 p.m. Local USCF Postal Master Jim Egerton will be here to teach and give pointers. All ages and parents welcome! Register to attend.
 
 
 
 

Henna Tattoo Workshop

photo of a woman with a Henna tattoo on her handThursday, February 11, 4:00-5:30 p.m. For women age 15 through adult. Learn all about Henna, its different uses and how to make a Henna tattoo yourself. Register to attend.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Day of Giving

drawing of a theater curtain with the words Monday, February 15. Glenbard Township High School District 87 and the Glen Ellyn Public Library are hosting A Day of Giving. High School students volunteer at the Library and serve the Glen Ellyn community. Help with programs, book and craft preparations, or Storytimes. Register to participate.
 
 
 
 

English Conversation Group

silhouette drawing of two peoplePractice your English with other English language learners. The English Conversation Group meets on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month, 10:00 a.m. to noon in a small meeting room on the second floor. For all levels. Volunteer tutors from Literacy DuPage facilitate the conversation. No registration necessary.
 
 

Library Building Repairs and Maintenance

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The library held public meetings in October 2009 to address funding for library building repairs and maintenance. The work to make the repairs is proceeding in 2010. Get information about what repairs are needed.
Follow the work as it progresses.
BTC Proposal for Roof Replacement and Facade Repairs
 
 

Children's Theatre Group

drawing of a man bowingStudents in grades 3-5 practice and perform a play for an audience of all ages. Practices are Tuesdays January 26-March 16 4:00-5:00 p.m. Participants must attend all eight practices and the performance. Register to participate. The performance will be held Saturday, March 20 at 2:00 p.m. Registration to attend the performance begins March 6.
 
 
 

Inside Writing and Publishing-DuPage Branch

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Interested in the process of writing and publishing? Come to one or all of a series of free seminars sponsored by local libraries. The programs will cover different aspects of the writing and publishing process and feature published authors with tips and techniques for getting your work in print. To learn more about the programs in the series call Adult Services at 790-6630 or view the brochure.
 
 

Miss Nelson is Missing!

drawing of a sign that reads Saturday, February 27, 2:00 p.m. Children's Theatre of Western Springs present Miss Nelson is Missing! For families of all ages. Register beginning February 13.
 
 
 
 

Celebrate Dr. Seuss's Birthday

drawing of the Cat in the Hat holding balloonsMonday, March 1, 10:30-11:00 a.m. Celebrate with drop-in stories and activities in the Youth Services Program Room. For all ages. No Registration Required. Limit: 60
 
 
 

Stories & Music

drawing of two girls listening to musicSaturday, March 6, 10:00-10:45 a.m. Join us as a representative from the American Music Institute performs a class which is designed to advocate both music and reading to young children. For children 3-6 years old. Limit: 12. Parents are encouraged to stay with their kids. Register beginning February 20.
 
 
 

The Slight Edge: Gaining an Advantage for Life, What They Don't Teach You at School

drawing of a teen boy listening to musicTuesday, March 9, 6:45 - 8:00 p.m. in the Teen Scene. For grades 9-12. A workshop for teens on personal development and making decisions to give you an advantage in life. Register to attend.
 
 
 
 

Magazine Giveaway

drawing of a man leaning against a magazine standFriday, March 12 and Saturday, March 13, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. The Library will be giving away older magazines to make room for the most recent editions. Come to the meeting room on the first floor to take home as many free copies as you want.