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Knives Out Escape Room (Grades 7-12)

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room 2 at Glenside Library
Age Group:
Teen

See how sharp your detective instincts are as you channel your inner Benoit Blanc in this Knives Out–inspired escape room.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 2
Age Group: Teen
Registration Required
Event Details:

See how sharp your detective instincts are as you channel your inner Benoit Blanc in this Knives Out–inspired escape room.

This event is in the "Teen" group

Hand Warmers (Grades 7-12)

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Community Room 1 at Glenside Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teen

Say so long to the shivers. Create your own reusable hand warmers to keep cozy all season long! Stay warm wherever winter takes you.

Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 1
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Say so long to the shivers. Create your own reusable hand warmers to keep cozy all season long! Stay warm wherever winter takes you.

Christmas Eve

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The Library is closed on Christmas Eve.

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The Library is closed on Christmas Eve.

Christmas Day

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The library is closed on Christmas Day.

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The library is closed on Christmas Day.

New Year's Eve

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The Library is closed on New Year's Eve.

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The Library is closed on New Year's Eve.

New Year's Day

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The Library closes on New Year's Day.

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The Library closes on New Year's Day.

This event is in the "Teen" group

Coffee Filter Snowflakes (Grades 7-12)

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Community Room 1 at Glenside Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teen

Drop in to transform coffee filters into stunning snowflakes. The best part? They won’t melt!
 

Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 1
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Drop in to transform coffee filters into stunning snowflakes. The best part? They won’t melt!
 

This event is in the "Grade School" group
This event is in the "Teen" group

Comics & Crafts: Mr. Muffins: Defender of the Stars (Grades 5-8)

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Story and Craft Room at Glenside Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Grade School, Teen

Pick up the month’s graphic novel from the Youth Services desk, read it at home, then come make a book-inspired craft while chatting about what we read.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Story and Craft Room
Age Group: Grade School, Teen
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Pick up the month’s graphic novel from the Youth Services desk, read it at home, then come make a book-inspired craft while chatting about what we read.

This event is in the "Teen" group

Foodie Teens: Snack Attack Mix (Grades 7-12)

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Community Room 2 at Glenside Library
Age Group:
Teen

‘Tis the season…ing. We’ll make our own snack mix (think Chex Mix) with your choice of seasoning.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 2
Age Group: Teen
Registration Required
Event Details:

‘Tis the season…ing. We’ll make our own snack mix (think Chex Mix) with your choice of seasoning.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Independent Attendance

This is a program intended for children to attend independently. Please let us know if your child requires any extra accommodations. See our family programs to attend with the whole family. 

This event is in the "Teen" group

Day of Service (Grades 7-12)

Monday, January 19, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Large Community Room at Glenside Library
Age Group:
Teen

“The time is always right to do what is right.” — Martin Luther King, Jr. Do some good on your day off school. Earn up to two service hours by completing projects to help your community.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Teen
Registration Required
Event Details:

“The time is always right to do what is right.” — Martin Luther King, Jr. Do some good on your day off school. Earn up to two service hours by completing projects to help your community.

This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

SAT & ACT Success (Hybrid/Virtual)

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Community Room 2 at Glenside Library
Age Group:
Teen, Adults

Learn the key differences between the SAT and ACT (including the new digital SAT), when to start preparing, and how to boost your score for scholarships and merit aid.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 2
Age Group: Teen, Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the key differences between the SAT and ACT (including the new digital SAT), when to start preparing, and how to boost your score for scholarships and merit aid.

This event is in the "Teen" group

After Hours: Winter Scavenger Hunt & Pizza (Grades 7-12)

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lobby at Glenside Library
Age Group:
Teen

Grab your friends and explore the library after hours! Hunt for clues, complete challenges, and refuel with plenty of pizza.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Teen
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grab your friends and explore the library after hours! Hunt for clues, complete challenges, and refuel with plenty of pizza.

This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Glenbard District 87-Wide Financial Aid Workshop

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Large Community Room at Glenside Library
Age Group:
Teen, Adults
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Teen, Adults
This event is in the "Teen" group

Snowman Bookmarks (Grades 7-12)

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Community Room 1 at Glenside Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teen

Design unique snowman bookmarks to keep your place while curling up by the fireplace with your favorite book this winter.

Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 1
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Design unique snowman bookmarks to keep your place while curling up by the fireplace with your favorite book this winter.

This event is in the "Grade School" group
This event is in the "Teen" group

Comics & Crafts: Curveball (Grades 5-8)

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Story and Craft Room at Glenside Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Grade School, Teen

Pick up the month’s free graphic novel from the Youth Services desk, read it at home, then come make a book-inspired craft while chatting about what we read.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Story and Craft Room
Age Group: Grade School, Teen
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Pick up the month’s free graphic novel from the Youth Services desk, read it at home, then come make a book-inspired craft while chatting about what we read.

This event is in the "Teen" group

Foodie Teens: Chocolate Strawberries (Grades 7-12)

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Community Room 2 at Glenside Library
Age Group:
Teen

Dip, drizzle, and decorate chocolate-covered strawberries with toppings like sprinkles, Oreo crumbles, and more.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 2
Age Group: Teen
Registration Required
Event Details:

Dip, drizzle, and decorate chocolate-covered strawberries with toppings like sprinkles, Oreo crumbles, and more.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Independent Attendance

This is a program intended for children to attend independently. Please let us know if your child requires any extra accommodations. See our family programs to attend with the whole family. 

This event is in the "Teen" group

How to Train Your Dragon Escape Room (Grades 7-12)

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Community Room 2 at Glenside Library
Age Group:
Teen

Welcome to Berk, where dragons soar and danger lurks! Team up to solve puzzles and prove yourself a true dragon rider before time runs out. Please note you must arrive within five minutes of the start time in order to be admitted.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 2
Age Group: Teen
Registration Required
Event Details:

Welcome to Berk, where dragons soar and danger lurks! Team up to solve puzzles and prove yourself a true dragon rider before time runs out. Please note you must arrive within five minutes of the start time in order to be admitted.

This event is in the "Teen" group

Paper Flowers (Grades 7-12)

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Community Room 1 at Glenside Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teen

Go green and get crafty! Repurpose recycled paper into a handmade flower that’s as unique as you. No watering required.

Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 1
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Go green and get crafty! Repurpose recycled paper into a handmade flower that’s as unique as you. No watering required.

Easter Sunday

All Day
Glenside Library

The Library closes on Easter Sunday.

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The Library closes on Easter Sunday.

Memorial Day

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The Library closes on Memorial Day.

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The Library closes on Memorial Day.

Independence Day

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The Library closes on Independence Day.

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The Library closes on Independence Day.

Labor Day

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The Library closes on Labor Day.

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The Library closes on Labor Day.

Early Closing

Wednesday, November 25, 2026 at 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Glenside Library

The Library closes early the day before Thanksgiving.

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The Library closes early the day before Thanksgiving.

Thanksgiving Day

All Day
Glenside Library

The Library closes on Thanksgiving Day.

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The Library closes on Thanksgiving Day.