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Did You Know...?
We have a new automotive database called Alldata. It is available for use in the library. This database provides vehicle manufacturers' diagnostic and repair information. Come into the library and try it out.
Did You Know Archive.
Library Closed
The library will be closed Sunday, September 5 and Monday, September 6 for Labor Day.
Dogs Like Books, Too!
Saturday, September 11, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Children can sign up to read to a therapy dog in this program from the Glenbard All Breed Obedience Club. Sign up in the Youth Services Department for a 15-minute time slot.
English Conversation Group
Saturday, September 11. Practice 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.
What's On Your Plate?
Wednesday, September 15, 4:00-5:00 p.m. The Glen Ellyn Public Library and Chipotle Mexican Grill are hosting a screening of the film What's on YOUR Plate? Filmed over the course of one year, the film documents two eleven-year-old girls as they explore their place in the food chain. Enjoy free Chipotle's while you watch the movie. Register to attend.
Homeschool Scavenger Hunt
Thursday, September 16, 1:00-2:00 p.m. For Grades 1-5. Have fun learning about the library while doing a Scavenger Hunt. Register to attend beginning September 4.
Charlene Baumbich
Tuesday, September 21, 7:00 p.m. Charlene is back with a new book, Divine Appointments, the second in the Snowglobe Connections series. Hear Charlene’s stories as she shares her insights and wisdom in her genuine and delightful style. There will be copies of her new book available. Co-sponsored by The Bookstore. Register to attend.
Making the Most of Your Trip to Disney World
Thursday, September 23, 7:00 p.m. Join amateur travel planner Karen Thompson as she shares her many secret tips to save time and money, avoiding the crowds, and having a truly magical vacation the whole family will enjoy. Topics covered include: resort comparisons & virtual tour, ticket options, where to find discount codes and planning your time to maximize your travel dollar. Register to attend.
Lyric Opera Lectures
Learn more about the operas of the 2010-2011 Lyric Opera season at free programs presented by members of the Lyric Opera Lecture Corps. Lectures are Thursdays from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
September 30 Macbeth. Register to attend.
October 14 Carmen. Register to attend.
October 28 A Midsummer Night's Dream. Register to attend.
November 11 A Masked Ball. Register to attend.
December 2 The Mikado. Register to attend.
February 10 Lohengrin. Register to attend.
Safety Village Library Replica
A replica of the Library was recently built to be part of the Glen Ellyn Safety Village currently under development near Holes and Knolls. Thank you to the Library Foundation and the Friends of the Library for making the Safety Village Library Building possible! The replica was finished in time to be in the 4th of July parade. View photos of the parade on Flickr. View some drawings of the Safety Village plans.
Library Building Repairs and Maintenance
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: