Upcoming Events

Featured Events

Shamrock-shaped sugar cookies with green and white icing on a plate, with a pumpkin cookie in the background.

Antojitos del Día de San Patricio (Adultos) / St. Patrick’s Day Treats (Adults)

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room 2 at Glenside Library

Program Type:

En Español

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: En Español
Event Details:

¡Acompáñanos! Disfruta de un rato agradable preparando unos bocadillos para celebrar el Día de San Patricio. / Join us and have fun making a snack to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. 

A woman’s silhouette with a visible brain and flowers blooming from it, on a purple background.

Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room 1 at Glenside Library

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

Our brains are remarkable—and sometimes complicated. This program explores how they differ, how Alzheimer’s progresses, and what current research, treatments, and community resources can help support individuals and caregivers.

Cartoon girl in superhero costume with cape, surrounded by stars, rainbows, and lightning bolts on orange background.

Superhero Self-Portraits (Grades 1-3)

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Community Room 2 at Glenside Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Grade School
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 2
Age Group: Grade School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Show off your super self. Create a superhero self-portrait that highlights your special powers, personality, and imagination.

Young child in a pink shirt smelling an orange flower outdoors on a green, grassy background.

Spring Sensory Stations (Ages 1-3 + Guardian)

Friday, March 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Large Community Room at Glenside Library

Age Group:

Early Childhood, Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Early Childhood, Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Registration Required
Event Details:

Engage all your senses through various hands-on activities. From squishy textures to mesmerizing sights and sounds, 
each station offers a unique sensory adventure.

A person colors a floral heart design in an adult coloring book with bright markers on a table.

Coloring with Alcohol-Ink Markers

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room 1 at Glenside Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

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

Color boldly with alcohol-ink markers as instructor Janine Lana guides you through blending and layering techniques that create smoother transitions, richer color, and a polished, professional look.

A hand holds a bunch of green paper shamrocks against a blurred, brightly lit background.

Shamrock Crafts (All Ages)

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Large Community Room at Glenside Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Family
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Go green and celebrate the luck of the Irish with a festive shamrock craft. Aprons are provided, but dress for mess.

Smiling adult and four young children play with colorful toys at a small table in a classroom.

Early Childhood Resource Fair

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Large Community Room at Glenside Library

Age Group:

Early Childhood, Adults, Family
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Early Childhood, Adults, Family
Event Details:

Prepare for your child’s early learning adventure! Discover resources from DuPage area organizations specializing in support for families with children up to five years of age. Learn about screenings, home visits, preschools, and more.

Woman in a green jacket reads a notebook while standing in a forest near a metal box.

Adventure Awaits: Geocaching 101

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room 1 at Glenside Library

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

Turn everyday places into real-world treasure hunts with geocaching. Seasoned geocacher Amber Evans shares how to use your smartphone or GPS-enabled device to find hidden caches in public parks, forest preserves, and more.

A person in a suit performing a card flourish, spreading playing cards between both hands.

Gambling: The Dazzling Art of the Con

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room 1 at Glenside Library

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

Step into the world of gamblers, hustlers, and con artists as presenter John P. Hopkins reveals how classic scams and crooked games work.

Two people with pizza slices as heads stand playfully against a blue and yellow geometric background.

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

Friday, March 27, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lobby at Glenside Library

Age Group:

Teen
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.

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Foodie Teens: Ice Cream Sundaes (Grades 7-12)

4:00pm–4:30pm
Teen
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 2
Age Group: Teen
Registration Required
Event Details:

It may be a Thursday, but we’re making it a Sundae. Make an ordinary day extra sweet with a fun ice cream experience.

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. 

You Can Brew It! Pt. II

6:30pm–8:30pm
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ready to brew better beer? Award-winning home brewer Scott Pointon dives deeper into techniques, equipment choices, and process refinements for those who’ve brewed a few batches and want to improve both consistency and flavor.

ELL Conversation Group

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
ELL Study
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Story and Craft Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ELL Study
Event Details:

Practice English skills at these free, drop-in ILL groups.

Library Board Meeting

7:00pm–9:00pm
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Conference Room

Family LEGO Party (All Ages)

2:30pm–3:30pm
Family
STEM
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: STEM

Family Lego Party

We’ll bring the LEGO bricks; you bring the creativity! Whether you’re a LEGO master or a beginning brick builder, this event promises fun for the whole family.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all.  If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request special accommodations, please contact the library. 

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. 

Memorial Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Glenside Library
Description:

The Library closes on Memorial Day.

ELL Conversation Group (Women's Group)

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
ELL Study
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ELL Study
Event Details:

Practice English skills at these free, drop-in ELL groups.m

Minute-to-Win-It Games (Grades 1-3)

4:00pm–4:45pm
Grade School
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Grade School
Registration Required
Event Details:

Tick-tock! The clock is ticking as you race to complete exciting minute-to-win-it challenges. Test your speed and skills, and win fun prizes to celebrate the end of the school year.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all.  If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request special accommodations, please contact the library. 

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. 

Book Club: Ducks: Two Years in the Oil Sands by Kate Beaton

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Book Club
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Spring Book Club

Read or listen to a preselected book at home and discuss it at the monthly meeting. Each registrant will receive a complimentary copy of the book, while supplies last.

With the singular goal of paying off her student loans, Katie heads out west to take advantage of Alberta’s oil rush—part of the long tradition of East Coasters who seek gainful employment elsewhere when they can’t find it in the homeland th

Star Wars Escape Room (Grades 7-12)

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teen
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 2
Age Group: Teen
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join this escape room inspired by Star Wars. Please note you must arrive within five minutes of the start time in order to be admitted.

Getting Started with PowerPoint

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Computer Study
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computer Study
Registration Required
Event Details:

Need to make effective presentations for class or business? Or even a simple slideshow for birthdays, etc.? PowerPoint is one of the oldest and most trusted presentation programs around.

Star Wars Escape Room (Adults)

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join this escape room inspired by Star Wars. Please note you must arrive within five minutes of the start time in order to be admitted.

Beautiful Butterflies (Ages 3-K + Guardian)

6:30pm–7:15pm
Early Childhood, Preschool, Kindergarten
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Early Childhood, Preschool, Kindergarten
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let your imagination take flight with butterfly stories, songs, a craft, and a snack.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all.  If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request special accommodations, please contact the library. 

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. 

Food Allergies

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

ELL Conversation Group

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
ELL Study
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ELL Study
Event Details:

Practice English skills at these free, drop-in ILL groups.

Beautiful Butterflies (Ages 3-K + Guardian)

10:30am–11:15am
Early Childhood, Preschool, Kindergarten
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Early Childhood, Preschool, Kindergarten
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let your imagination take flight with butterfly stories, songs, a craft, and a snack.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all.  If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request special accommodations, please contact the library. 

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. 

Food Allergies

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

ELL Conversation Group

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
ELL Study
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Story and Craft Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ELL Study
Event Details:

Practice English skills at these free, drop-in ELL group. 

ELL Conversation Group (Women's Group)

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
ELL Study
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ELL Study
Event Details:

Practice English skills at these free, drop-in ELL groups.m

ELL Conversation Group

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
ELL Study
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ELL Study
Event Details:

Practice English skills at these free, drop-in ILL groups.

Friends of the Library Meeting

9:00am–10:30am
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Conference Room

Independence Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Glenside Library
Description:

The Library closes on Independence Day.

Likely GH Fest Fireworks

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Glenside Library

Great American Homes

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

From the famous to the obscure, traditional to modern, American homes reflect the influential individuals who commissioned them. Take a virtual tour inside some of America's greatest historic house museums. 

 

Glenbard West Freshmen Meet & Greet

5:00pm–8:00pm
Teen, Family
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Teen, Family
Event Details:

Join us for a Freshmen Meet & Greet!

Friends of the Library Meeting

9:00am–10:30am
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Conference Room