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Glen Ellyn DEI Project Summary
By: GEPL Staff In January 2021, Glen Ellyn Public Library and the Village of Glen Ellyn initiated the Glen Ellyn DEI Project to help the community devise a collective strategy to enhance DEI in the Village of Glen Ellyn in ways that are integrative, holistic, sustainable, and enduring. Interested community members can learn more about the January sessions
Read MorePlans to Resume Library Operations
By: GEPL Staff The Glen Ellyn Public Library is currently working to resume as many of our services as are safely possible. If you have any questions, please contact the library. Current Hours of Service Service Hours Grab ‘n Go Library Services and Drive-Up Window Monday – Thursday | 9 am – 8 pm Friday | 9
Read MoreCOVID-19 Vaccine Pop-Up Clinic Full
By: GEPL Staff Thank you to the Glen Ellyn staff and volunteers who made possible this week’s upcoming COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic at Ackerman Sports & Fitness Center! Over 3,800 seniors ages 65 and older were contacted through the library’s vaccine call center to schedule appointments, and all time slots are now full. We know there are still many
Read MoreIn Solidarity with our Asian American and Pacific Islander Community
By: GEPL Staff The Glen Ellyn Public Library recognizes that the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community has been deeply impacted by recent events. While this week’s attacks are still under investigation, the spread of hate speech and violence against AAPI individuals, especially during the pandemic, is undeniable. We stand in solidarity with AAPI individuals and firmly
Read MorePrograms
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Thursday Evening Book Club
Thursday, May 13, 2021 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Virtual Program
Discuss The Death of Vivek Oji by Akwaeke Emezi. Copies of book discussion titles are available on the 2nd floor near the study rooms, or you can request a copy... -
Friends Used Book Sale
Saturday, May 15, 2021 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
Basement - Friends Area
Purchase quality, gently-used books at discount prices from the Friends of the Library (FoL). Limited Admission: 20 people at a time. Attendees may line up in the lobby and can be... -
The Brothers Grimm: A Walking Play!
Saturday, May 22, 2021 2:00 pm to 2:45 pm
Library Parking Lot
Inkwell Arts & Learning present The Brothers Grimm in an interactive, hilarious, and educational journey through some of their favorite stories! Each tale takes place at a different outdoor location,... -
Vitalant Blood Drive
Monday, May 24, 2021 1:30 pm to 7:00 pm
Library Parking Lot
It doesn’t take much time and every donation has the power to save up to three lives. Schedule your donation appointment online or call 877-25-VITAL. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments... -
Paint Like Frida
Thursday, June 3, 2021 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Virtual Program
Christine Thornton of Hello Art Studio will guide you through a creative project and provide tips to help you paint like Frida Kahlo! An activity kit is available for pickup at the... -
Fix-A-Flat and Basic Maintenance Bicycle Clinic
Saturday, June 5, 2021 9:00 am to 10:00 am
Library Parking Lot
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2021 Summer Reading
Monday, June 7, 2021 12:00 am to 12:00 am
Virtual Program
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Glen Ellyn Environmental Series: Healthy Homes and Yards
Wednesday, June 9, 2021 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Virtual Program
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Thursday Evening Book Club
Thursday, June 10, 2021 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Virtual Program
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... -
Stories & Songs of African People with Shanta Nurullah
Monday, June 14, 2021 12:00 am to 12:00 am
Virtual Program