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A woman in a blue jumpsuit climbs into the cockpit of a U.S. Air Force jet under a clear sky.

Eight Women Who Changed Astronomy

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Community Room 1 at Glenside Library

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Adults

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Library Branch: Glenside Library

Room: Community Room 1

Age Group: Adults

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For centuries, women have helped unlock the mysteries of the universe, often without recognition.

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

Age Group:

Adults

Open

Library Branch: Glenside Library

Room: Large Community Room

Age Group: Adults

Registration Required

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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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Arts & Crafts

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Family

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Room: Large Community Room

Age Group: Family

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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

Large Community Room at Glenside Library

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Family

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Room: Large Community Room

Age Group: Family

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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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Grade School, Family

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Room: Large Community Room

Age Group: Grade School, Family

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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

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10 am			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 "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 "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 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 "Early Childhood" group This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group Spring Sensory Stations (Ages 1-3 + Guardian) 10:00am–10:45am Early Childhood, Babies & Toddlers, Preschool Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Early Childhood" group 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: 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. 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.
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1 pm	This event is in the "Family" group Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale 1:00pm–4:00pm Family Book Sale This event is in the "Family" group Library Branch: Glenside Library Room: Large Community Room Age Group: Family Program Type: Book Sale Event Details: Shop thousands of CDs, DVDs, children’s books, popular novels, gift bags, and more—all at unbeatable prices!
2 pm							This event is in the "Adults" group Jardín de hadas en una esfera (Adultos) / Fairy Garden in a Glass (Adults) 2:00pm–3:00pm Adults Arts & Crafts, En Español Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Upcoming Library Branch: Glenside Library Room: Story and Craft Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, En Español Registration Required Event Details: ¡Acompáñanos! Disfruta un rato agradable, haciendo un jardín de hadas una esfera. / Join us and have fun making a fairy garden in a glass.
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4 pm		This event is in the "Teen" group Friendship Bracelets (Grades 7-12) 4:00pm–4:30pm Teen Arts & Crafts This event is in the "Teen" group Library Branch: Glenside Library Room: Community Room 1 Age Group: Teen Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Weave together colorful threads and lasting memories. Make a one-of-a-kind bracelet to share with a friend or keep for yourself.	This event is in the "Grade School" group Paint a Bank (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: Start saving in style! Combine fine art with finance and celebrate Money Smart Week by painting a bank. 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 Earth Day Art (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: Celebrate Earth Day with an art project! Have fun creating while learning why our planet has its own special day. 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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6 pm		This event is in the "Family" group Arte en canvas (Familia) / Art on Canvas (Family) 6:30pm–7:30pm Family Arts & Crafts, En Español Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Family" group Upcoming Library Branch: Glenside Library Room: Story and Craft Room Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts & Crafts, En Español Registration Required Event Details: ¡Acompáñanos! En este programa para pasar un rato agradable creando arte en un canva. / Join us to have fun creating art on canvas. This event is in the "Family" group Family LEGO Party (All Ages) 6:30pm–7:30pm Family STEM This event is in the "Family" group 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.
7 pm		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: Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: ELL Study Event Details: Practice English skills at these free, drop-in ELL group.	This event is in the "Adults" group More Than Mortar: The Surprising History of Chicago Brick Architecture 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Upcoming Library Branch: Glenside Library Room: Community Room 1 Age Group: Adults Registration Required Event Details: After the Great Fire of 1871, Chicago rose from the ashes, brick by brick.	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: Story and Craft Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: ELL Study Event Details: Practice English skills at these free, drop-in ILL groups. This event is in the "Adults" group Sweet & Savory Spring Carrots with Chef Maddox 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Upcoming Library Branch: Glenside Library Room: Large Community Room Age Group: Adults Registration Required Event Details: Celebrate the vibrant flavors of the season in this culinary demonstration led by Chef Maddox. Tender spring carrots shine in sweet and savory preparations that show just how versatile this humble root can be. 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. Library Board Meeting 7:00pm–9:00pm Library Branch: Glenside Library Room: Conference Room

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