For the past five years, the Glen Ellyn Public Library has tied the Summer Reading program to a philanthropic cause, challenging members to not just read, but to read for a benevolent purpose.
This summer is no different, as the library partners with SCARCE, an award-winning nonprofit that provides environmental education through hands-on programs to schools, organizations, and the community. By participating in the Summer Reading program, you are helping to make a difference in your community. Learn more and register online for the library's
Summer Reading program at gepl.org/summer-reading.
CLOSURES
Memorial Day Closure
Monday, May 28 | All Day
The library will be closed all day on Monday, May 28 for Memorial Day.
SPOTLIGHT ON
Crime Fighting Storytime
Wednesday, May 30 | 10:30-11 am
A Glen Ellyn police officer will share stories about how police serve and protect our community. For kids of all ages.
After-Hours Nerf War for Middle and High Schoolers
Friday, June 1 | 6-8:30 pm
Battle it out in the library during this fun after-hours event with Nerf games and pizza. Bring your own Nerf gun and darts as a limited supply is available. Permission slips will be required for entry and are available at gepl.org/waivers.
Friends President Katie Scherer presented a check for $32,000 to Library Board of Trustees President Chris Crawford during the Board's May meeting. The monies represent the proceeds from their used book sales and annual letter campaign. Learn more about the Friends and the great work they do at gepl.org/friends.
COMMUNITY CORNER
Monday Miles
June 4 through August 6 | 6:30-8 pm
Ackerman Park | 800 St. Charles Road
Our community has been challenged by Oswegoland Park District to see who can log the most miles this summer! Help crown Glen Ellyn the champion by running/walking 1, 2, or 3 miles at Ackerman Park on Mondays from 6:30-8 pm. The competition will run over a 10-week period beginning on June 4. Drop-in for $3 per night (per participant, cash only) or pre-register for all 10 nights for $20. Come to 8 or more Mondays and you'll earn a t-shirt! Learn more about the challenge at the Park District's Monday Miles web page.
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DO YOU KNOW ABOUT HOOPLA, AN ONLINE DIGITAL RESOURCE?
Borrow, stream, and download an impressive library of movies, TV series, ebooks, audiobooks, and comics from hoopla! You can watch hoopla movies and TV shows on your TV with the hoopla iOS or Android app and Apple TV or Chromecast devices. Or you can connect your device to your television using an HDMI adapter. Whether you use hoopla on a mobile device or a computer, you'll have access to the same titles. Learn more by visiting
hoopla FAQs.
