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Tune the dial to love and laughter! Those Were the Days Radio Players West will bring three Valentine’s Day–themed Golden Age radio shows to life.

Love is in the Air: Old Time Radio Shows

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Large Community Room at Glenside Library

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Tune the dial to love and laughter!

Get creative with stickers, sparkles, and sweet messages to make your Valentine smile.

Valentine's Day Card Party (All Ages)

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Large Community Room at Glenside Library

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Spread the love! Make colorful cards to share with friends, family, or someone special. Get creative with stickers, sparkles, and sweet messages to make your Valentine smile.

Child in a red cape and mask poses heroically; comic "POW!" and superhero cosplayers in background.

Superhero Saturday (All Ages)

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm

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Suit up for our third annual Superhero Saturday! Enjoy crafts, games, and an action-packed obstacle course, then meet some special superhero guests. Bring your best heroic energy... and maybe your cape, too!

Karla Valenti Meet & Greet / Conoce y Saluda a Karla Valenti

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Large Community Room at Glenside Library

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Meet Karla Valenti, the Pura Belpré award winning author of best selling books for children in English and Spanish including novels Lola and Lotería, picture books María Mariposa and Esperanza Caramelo, and the

Cottages by the sea with white chalk cliffs and grassy hills in the background, under a clear sky.

Watercolor: Painting from a Reference Photo

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Community Room 1 at Glenside Library

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Use a reference photo to guide your watercolor painting. Practice classic watercolor techniques as you turn careful observation into a color masterpiece.

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

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¡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

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Room: Community Room 1

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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.

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

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

Illustration of people viewing an outdoor exhibit on a brick wall beside a historic-style building.

More Than Mortar: The Surprising History of Chicago Brick Architecture

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Community Room 1 at Glenside Library

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Adults

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Room: Community Room 1

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After the Great Fire of 1871, Chicago rose from the ashes, brick by brick.

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9 am				This event is in the "Early Childhood" group This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Family" group Glenbard ECC Early Childhood Screenings 9:30am–12:30pm Early Childhood, Babies & Toddlers, Family This event is in the "Early Childhood" group This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Family" group Library Branch: Glenside Library Room: Large Community Room Age Group: Early Childhood, Babies & Toddlers, Family Event Details: FREE Developmental Screenings with Glenbard ECC. Screenings are for children ages 2 months to 5 years.
10 am			This event is in the "Early Childhood" group This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group Baby Time (0-24 Months + Guardian) 10:00am–10:30am Early Childhood, Babies & Toddlers Storytime This event is in the "Early Childhood" group This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group Library Branch: Glenside Library Room: Story and Craft Room Age Group: Early Childhood, Babies & Toddlers Program Type: Storytime Baby Time Help your child learn important pre-literacy skills with our fun-filled baby storytimes. In addition to books, we focus on songs, games, and motion to help babies learn and grow. 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. This event is in the "Adults" group ELL Conversation Group (Women's Group) 10:00am–11:00am Adults ELL Study This event is in the "Adults" group 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 This event is in the "Early Childhood" group This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group Toddler Time (Ages 2-4 + Guardian) 10:45am–11:15am Early Childhood, Babies & Toddlers, Preschool Storytime This event is in the "Early Childhood" group This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group Library Branch: Glenside Library Room: Story and Craft Room Age Group: Early Childhood, Babies & Toddlers, Preschool Program Type: Storytime Toddler Time Help your child learn important pre-literacy skills with our fun-filled toddler storytimes. In addition to books, we focus on songs, games, and motion to help toddlers learn and grow. 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.	This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group Baby Time (0-24 Months + Guardian) 10:00am–10:30am Babies & Toddlers Storytime This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group Library Branch: Glenside Library Room: Story and Craft Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers Program Type: Storytime Baby Time Help your child learn important pre-literacy skills with our fun-filled baby storytimes. In addition to books, we focus on songs, games, and motion to help babies learn and grow. 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. This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group Toddler Time (Ages 2-4 + Guardian) 10:45am–11:15am Babies & Toddlers, Preschool Storytime This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group Library Branch: Glenside Library Room: Story and Craft Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool Program Type: Storytime Toddler Time Help your child learn important pre-literacy skills with our fun-filled toddler storytimes. In addition to books, we focus on songs, games, and motion to help toddlers learn and grow. 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.		This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group Toddler Art (Ages 2-4 + Guardian) 10:30am–11:00am Babies & Toddlers, Preschool Arts & Crafts, Storytime Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group Upcoming Library Branch: Glenside Library Room: Large Community Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime Registration Required Toddler Art Hear a story and make an art project! It’s a perfect opportunity for toddlers to express themselves and develop fine motor skills in a supportive environment. Aprons are provided. 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.	This event is in the "Grade School" group Air Dry Clay Sculptures (Grades 4-6) 10:00am–10:30am Grade School Arts & Crafts Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Grade School" group Upcoming Library Branch: Glenside Library Room: Story and Craft Room Age Group: Grade School Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Channel your inner Michelangelo and shape a spectacular sculpture using your hands and air-dry clay. 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.
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2 pm	This event is in the "Family" group Firefly Family Theatre Presents: The Story Garden (All Ages) 2:00pm–3:00pm Family This event is in the "Family" group Library Branch: Glenside Library Room: Large Community Room Age Group: Family Event Details: Join Spark the Firefly and all her friends for stories and songs all about spring and the power of kindness. The Story Garden includes puppets, original music, interactive movement and lots of springtime fun for families! 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.						This event is in the "Early Childhood" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Family" group Early Childhood Resource Fair 2:00pm–4:00pm Early Childhood, Adults, Family This event is in the "Early Childhood" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Family" group 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.
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4 pm		This event is in the "Grade School" group Flying Dragon Bookmark Craft (Grades 4-6) 4:00pm–4:30pm Grade School Arts & Crafts Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Grade School" group Upcoming Library Branch: Glenside Library Room: Story and Craft Room Age Group: Grade School Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Create a flying dragon bookmark that brings a little magic to your reading, while helping you keep your place. 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.		This event is in the "Grade School" group Button Making (Grades 1-3) 4:00pm–4:45pm Grade School Arts & Crafts Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Grade School" group Upcoming Library Branch: Glenside Library Room: Community Room 2 Age Group: Grade School Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Design it, press it, wear it. Use our button maker to create custom buttons and show off your personal style. 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.	This event is in the "Grade School" group Foodie Kids: Apple Slice Donuts (Grades 4-6) 4:00pm–4:30pm Grade School Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Grade School" group Upcoming Library Branch: Glenside Library Room: Community Room 1 Age Group: Grade School Registration Required Event Details: An apple a day gets a sweet upgrade. Turn fresh apple slices into donut-style treats with fun toppings and then devour! 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. 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 Foodie Teens: Apple Slice Donuts (Grades 7-12) 4:00pm–4:30pm Teen Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Teen" group Upcoming Library Branch: Glenside Library Room: Community Room 2 Age Group: Teen Registration Required Event Details: An apple a day gets a sweet upgrade. Turn fresh apple slices into donut-style treats with fun toppings and then devour! 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.
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6 pm					This event is in the "Adults" group Inculcando hábitos financieros responsables y saludables en los jóvenes (Adultos) 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults En Español This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Glenside Library Room: Large Community Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: En Español Event Details: Salvador Mora asistirá a Biblioteca de Glenside en un taller diseñado para padres que desean criar hijos responsables, autodisciplinados y agradecidos. This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group Toddler Art (Ages 2-4 + Guardian) 6:30pm–7:00pm Babies & Toddlers, Preschool Arts & Crafts, Storytime Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group Upcoming Library Branch: Glenside Library Room: Story and Craft Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime Registration Required Toddler Art Hear a story and make an art project! It’s a perfect opportunity for toddlers to express themselves and develop fine motor skills in a supportive environment. Aprons are provided. 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.
7 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group Meditacion yoga (Adultos) / Yoga Meditation (Adults) 7:00pm–7:30pm Adults En Español Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Open Library Branch: Glenside Library Room: Story and Craft Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: En Español Registration Required Event Details: Ven pasa una 30 minutos meditando con poses fáciles la soltar el estress. / Spend half an hour meditating with easy yoga poses to release stress.		This event is in the "Adults" group Getting Started with Word 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults Computer Study Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Upcoming Library Branch: Glenside Library Room: Computer Lab Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computer Study Registration Required Event Details: Need to type letters, create documents, flyers and signs? MS Word is the most popular word processing program. Learn your way around creating and formatting documents, working with paragraphs and print layouts, and more. 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.	This event is in the "Adults" group ELL Conversation Group 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults ELL Study This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Glenside Library Room: Study Room A 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

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