Upcoming Events

Featured Events

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Discover DuPage on a Budget

Thursday, December 11, 2025 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:

Why head to the city when adventure’s right here at home? Discover the best of DuPage County on a budget with local deals, free attractions, and activities for all ages.

Hands in red mittens hold a mug of hot chocolate with marshmallows and a cinnamon stick, surrounded by snow.

Cocoa and Crafts (Grades 4-6)

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Community Room 1 at Glenside Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

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

Warm up with a cup of hot cocoa and get creative with a fun-filled crafting session! Sip, relax, and make something special to take home.

Colorful felt Christmas ornaments, including snowmen, hearts, stars, and trees, decorated with white stitching.

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
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.

A navy ship marked "850" passes under an open drawbridge in a city river, with tall buildings nearby.

The Windy City at War: Chicago During WWII

Thursday, December 18, 2025 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:

Following the Great Depression and the attack on Pearl Harbor, Chicagoans felt the full impact of World War II.

Two red candles with gold ribbon, pine branches, and red ornaments on a red background.

Velas inspiradas en las fiestas (Adultos) / Holiday-Inspired Candles (Adults)

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Community Room 1 at Glenside Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, En Español

Age Group:

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

Crea una vela festiva para traer luz y calidez a tu hogar o regalar a alguien especial. / Create a festive candle to bring warmth and light to your home—or to share as a thoughtful gift.

A child and adult practice letters with flashcards at a table in a colorful classroom.

Building Little Voices: Birth to Age 5

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 6:30pm - 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:

From a baby’s babbling to their first words and beyond, Speech-Language Pathologist Joseph Sierra III will guide parents and caregivers through the stages of early speech and language development.

Smiling man points up with a lightbulb above his finger and blue question marks around his head.

All Things 2025 Trivia

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Large Community Room at Glenside Library

Age Group:

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

Think you’ve kept up with 2025? Test your knowledge of the year’s biggest headlines, wildest moments, and trendiest topics in this fast-paced trivia night. Gather your brainiest friends (teams of up to six) and see who really ruled 2025!

Image of Martin Luther King Jr. speaking with text overlay: "THE TIME IS ALWAYS RIGHT TO DO WHAT IS RIGHT."

Day of Service (Grades 7-12)

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

Age Group:

Teen
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.

Create patterns, pictures, and designs with Perler beads, and we’ll fuse them into lasting works of art.

Fuse Bead Fun (Grades 4-6)

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Community Room 1 at Glenside Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

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

Create patterns, pictures, and designs with Perler beads, and we’ll fuse them into lasting works of art.

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

Age Group:

Grade School, Family
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Grade School, Family
Event Details:

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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Cocoa and Crafts (Grades 4-6)

4:00pm–4:45pm
Grade School
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 1
Age Group: Grade School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Warm up with a cup of hot cocoa and get creative with a fun-filled crafting session! Sip, relax, and make something special to take home.

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.

Christmas Eve

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Glenside Library
Description:

The Library is closed on Christmas Eve.

Christmas Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Glenside Library
Description:

The library is closed on Christmas Day.

New Year's Eve

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Glenside Library
Description:

The Library is closed on New Year's Eve.

New Year's Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Glenside Library
Description:

The Library closes on New Year's Day.

Art Studio (Grades 1-3)

4:00pm–4:45pm
Grade School
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 2
Age Group: Grade School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn about an artist, technique, or movement and make a project inspired by what we learn!

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. 

Winter Canvas Painting (Grades 4-6)

4:00pm–4:45pm
Grade School
Arts & Crafts
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Story and Craft Room
Age Group: Grade School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Capture the beauty of the season by painting your own winter wonderland on canvas using acrylic paints.

Cup of Cocoa Craft (Grades 1-3)

4:00pm–4:45pm
Grade School
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 2
Age Group: Grade School
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create a cozy cup of cocoa—no oven or kettle required! Use paper, cotton, and other materials to make a 3D mug filled with “marshmallows,” then take home some real cocoa to enjoy.

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. 

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

6:30pm–7:15pm
Grade School, Teen
Book Club
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.

Foodie Kids: Snack Attack Mix (Grades 4-6)

4:00pm–4:30pm
Grade School
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 1
Age Group: Grade School
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. 

Pinecone Pals (Grades 1-3)

4:00pm–4:45pm
Grade School
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 2
Age Group: Grade School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Waddle on in and turn pinecones into penguins! Make a cute winter friend (or two) to take home.

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. 

Anime Club (Grades 4-6)

6:30pm–8:00pm
Grade School
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 1
Age Group: Grade School

Anime Club

Celebrate your love of Japanese animation with screenings of your favorite anime, themed snacks, and Otaku activities.

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.

Fuse Bead Fun (Grades 4-6)

10:00am–10:45am
Grade School
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 1
Age Group: Grade School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Create patterns, pictures, and designs with Perler beads, and we’ll fuse them into lasting works of art.

Bingo Bash (Grades 1-3)

4:00pm–4:45pm
Grade School
Arts & Crafts
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 1
Age Group: Grade School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required

Bingo Afternoon

Join us for the game of chance where excitement builds with every number called. If luck’s on your side, you could be shouting, “Bingo!” and walk away with an exciting prize.

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. 

Snowman Painting (Grades 1-3)

4:00pm–4:45pm
Grade School
Arts & Crafts
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 2
Age Group: Grade School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come in from the cold and paint your own cheerful snowman! Add hats, scarves, and plenty of personality to your frosty friend.

Disclaimer(s)

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. 

Duct Tape Roses (Grades 4-6)

4:00pm–4:30pm
Grade School
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 1
Age Group: Grade School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Duct tape isn’t just for fixing things, it’s for creating them too! Make bright, long-lasting roses to keep or give as a gift.

Art Studio (Grades 1-3)

4:00pm–4:45pm
Grade School
Arts & Crafts
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 2
Age Group: Grade School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn about an artist, technique, or movement and make a project inspired by what we learn!

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. 

Comics & Crafts: Curveball (Grades 5-8)

6:30pm–7:15pm
Grade School, Teen
Book Club
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.

Foodie Kids: Chocolate Strawberries (Grades 4-6)

4:00pm–4:30pm
Grade School
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 1
Age Group: Grade School
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. 

Crafternoon (Grades 1-6)

1:00pm–2:00pm
Grade School
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Grade School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Make the most of your day off school by getting hands-on with a variety of fun craft projects!

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. 

How to Train Your Dragon Escape Room (Grades 4-6)

3:30pm–4:30pm
Grade School
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 2
Age Group: Grade School
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.

Anime Club (Grades 4-6)

6:30pm–8:00pm
Grade School
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 1
Age Group: Grade School

Anime Club

Celebrate your love of Japanese animation with screenings of your favorite anime, themed snacks, and Otaku activities.

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.

Bingo Bash (Grades 4-6)

4:00pm–4:45pm
Grade School
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 1
Age Group: Grade School
Registration Required

Bingo Afternoon

Join us for the game of chance where excitement builds with every number called. If luck’s on your side, you could be shouting, “Bingo!” and walk away with an exciting prize.

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

3:30pm–5:00pm
Grade School, Family
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Grade School, Family
Event Details:

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