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Librarian Melissa Hilt recently talked to Shining Star Theaters Directors/Organizers Bridget M., Henry M., and Martin M. about Shining Star Theaters and their Steal the Show performance on August 3 at the library. Why was Shining Star Theaters formed? We wanted to give kids a safe environment to be themselves. How did you come to… Read More about Shining Star Theaters

Earn volunteer hours by learning and helping your community on your own schedule! Learn about the topic of the month through self-paced investigation, and complete projects to help you, your family, and your community. Stop by the Youth Desk or visit gepl.beanstack.org to participate. For grades 6-8. December: Food Insecurity January: Community Leadership February: Financial… Read More about Middle School Volunteering

Long before I worked at a library or was a librarian, I was creating programs. My background is in theater, and creating shows that travel is something very common for theater folks! Throughout Chicagoland, there are many open mics and performance spaces, but they often have a specific focus like music, poetry, comedy, dance, or… Read More about No Shush Salon: Ten Years, Three Library Locations, and Going Strong

To get you in the mood for the Haunted Library event on October 20, these spine-chilling books feature danger coming from inside the house. Consider yourself warned: you might not want to read them right before bedtime! How to Sell a Haunted House by Grady Hendrix In this darkly humorous novel, single mom Louise returns… Read More about Books About Haunted Houses

These bingeable series will have you itching to stop by the library to pick up the next volume! Flora by Molly Idle | Three titles Flora and the Flamingo, Flora and the Penguin, Flora and the Peacocks Bright, bold, and beautiful illustrations tell the story of Flora, an ambitious young dancer, in this wordless picture… Read More about Fall into a Great Series

The Clean Water Act was passed by Congress on October 18, 1972. The purpose of this law was to prevent, reduce, and eliminate pollution in our nation’s waterways. Thinking back, I recall television public service announcements (PSAs) from that period that specifically encouraged not littering because our discarded soda cans and debris were contaminating our… Read More about Wonder About Your Water?

2,170 readers participated in 2023 Summer Reading! Katy Schaper, Katie Scherer, Laura Glaza, Joli Murphy, Dawn Bussey Because of you, the Friends and the Foundation donated $2,000 to the Glen Ellyn Food Pantry to help provide essential groceries and support to neighbors at risk of hunger. Thank you! The library also collected 468 pounds of… Read More about Thank you, 2023 summer readers!

School Liaison Amy Waters retired on March 31, after nearly 22 years at Glen Ellyn Public Library! Amy’s professional accomplishments included strong relationships with Glen Ellyn’s schools and community organizations summer outreach programs, including Bus to Books and Summer Meals dedicated service to teachers and students in grades k-5 Amy received the Library Employee of… Read More about Thank you for 22 years of service, Amy Waters!

On May 1, 2023, the OverDrive app will be discontinued for users on iOS, iPadOS, Android, and Windows 8/10. OverDrive users can use Libby to access books, audiobooks, and magazines, and access loans, holds, and wish list items. Download Libby or learn more about this change.… Read More about OverDrive App Being Discontinued on May 1

Members who use the passport services provided by the library should note that all processing times have been extended. In addition to mailing time, routine service is now expected to take 10-13 weeks, while expedited is expected to take 7-9 weeks.   Passport status is able to be checked at passportstatus.state.gov.… Read More about Passport Processing Times are Now Longer

Tuesday night, the library celebrated Dennis McCarthy, Building Engineer, who was named 2022 Glen Ellyn Community Awards Library Employee of the Year! Hosted by the Glen Ellyn Chamber of Commerce, the Glen Ellyn Community Awards recognizes who and what makes Glen Ellyn wonderful. Each year, honorees are determined by nominations submitted through a publicly accessible… Read More about Congratulations, Dennis McCarthy – 2022 Library Employee of the Year

Call 630-534-9700 and select 1-10 to hear a story, rhyme, or even jokes read aloud by a Glen Ellyn Public Library staff member any time. Here’s what’s playing now! Press # at any time to return to the menu. Cathy reads Best in Snow by April Pulley Sayre Sophie reads Toy Meet Snow by Emily… Read More about Dial 630-534-9700 to hear a story, rhyme, or jokes read aloud at any time – January