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You can get hands-on instruction with your tablet, smartphone, or laptop to learn how to operate your device or get Microsoft, Apple, or Google platform software help in a 45-minute one-on-one appointment with library staff. Sign up for a Tech Help One-on-One or call Beth Clower at 630-790-6750 to schedule one.… Read More about Get Tech Help at the Library

As the library prepares for the creation of the highly-anticipated makerspace in the area that is currently the High School Room, Young Adult (YA) Fiction and YA Magazines are now located near Adult Biographies on the 2nd floor of the library. We apologize for any inconvenience. If you have any questions regarding the temporary relocation… Read More about Young Adult (YA) materials moved to temporary location

The new "SWAN Libraries +" app replaces the old "SWAN Libraries" app and lets you manage your account, place holds, and access your card from your device! If you had downloaded the old version of the app, please delete and reinstall the new app. SWAN Libraries + is free and available today! Download for iOS/iPadOS… Read More about SWAN Libraries +

The Glen Ellyn Public Library Board of Trustees seeks a candidate to fill a vacancy on the library Board. The Board is committed to maintaining a diverse Board that reflects the Glen Ellyn community. The selected candidate will serve until the next regular election in April 2025. The Library Board is composed of seven members… Read More about Glen Ellyn Public Library Board of Trustees Vacancy

The SWAN Libraries App has been disabled. The library catalog is available in a browser on your phone or tablet. We apologize for the inconvenience! Read More about SWAN Libraries app disabled

On GivingTuesday, please consider donating to the Glen Ellyn Library Foundation. Your gift will help the Foundation fund projects that foster innovation and outreach to ensure that future residents of Glen Ellyn enjoy high-quality library services in a state-of-the-art facility. Donate now! As the Glen Ellyn Library Foundation celebrates its 25th anniversary, it hopes to reach a goal of… Read More about GivingTuesday

The library’s mission to serve the community means that we are always changing and evolving to meet the community’s needs. Inside the Library Building In January, you may notice some shifting of the spaces on the 2nd floor of the library. The highly-anticipated makerspace will be created in the area that is currently the High… Read More about Changes in Store for 2024!

Veterans Day recognizes and honors all veterans from every generation who have served in the Armed Forces. The theme for Veterans Day 2023 is “Service.” Veterans are proud of their military service in defending our Nation. Honor reflects the military value and tradition of answering the call to duty. There is distinct honor in serving… Read More about Veterans Day 2023

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

Glen Ellyn Public Library recognizes that the community is being deeply impacted by the Israel-Hamas War. Learn more about the history of the conflict between Israel and Palestine. Access materials in the Let's Talk: War playpack to help facilitate conversations with children. Recommendations for Talking to Children About War, Violence, and the Refugee Crisis… Read More about In the News

Axis 360 and eReadIllinois users may notice some changes when they access the Axis 360 app or link to eReadIllinois on their device. Both platforms are now available through a service called Boundless. Boundless makes it easy for the whole family to get involved in reading. When you download the app or use the web… Read More about Boundless replaces Axis 360 and eReadIllinois

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!