GLEN ELLYN PUBLIC LIBRARY
THE GUIDE
SUMMER 2017 | JUNE, JULY, AUGUST
VOL. 28 | NO. 3
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So Much More Than Books
FROM THE LIBRARY DIRECTOR
Glen Ellyn Public Library
400 Duane Street
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
630-469-0879 | gepl.org
If you’re like me, you’re already thinking about the Memorial
Day holiday and the dog days of summer that lie ahead.
Summer is a busy time filled with outdoor activities and family
vacations—and it’s a busy time at the library too! Summer
kicks off with our 11th Annual Ice Cream Social on June 5,
where you can enjoy a sundae or other cool treats, watch Jason
Kollum’s Comedy Variety Juggling & Balancing Show, and sign
up for our summer reading program. Library members of all
ages can participate in this worthwhile program that not only
encourages reading, but also supports others in the community.
DIRECT DIALS
Adult Department
630-790-6630
Youth Department
630-790-6620
Circulation Department
630-469-0879 x5
HOURS
Monday-Thursday
9 am to 9 pm
Friday and Saturday
9 am to 5 pm
Sunday
1 pm to 5 pm
BOARD MEETINGS
Monday, June 19
Monday, July 17
Monday, August 21
LIBRARY DIRECTOR &
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Dawn Bussey, Executive Director
Molly McGinnis Knapke, Trustee
Jill Clouse, Trustee
Chris Crawford, Trustee
Barbara Rundell, Trustee
Shannon Burgess, Trustee
Diana Foth, Trustee
Andre Wright, Trustee
SUMMER CLOSURES
Tuesday, July 4: Independence Day
As with our summer reading program for the past four
years, the library will once again partner with a local nonprofit group to help the
less fortunate. Our partner this year is Supplies 4 Success, a grassroots, charitable
organization based in Glen Ellyn that provides basic school supplies and winter
outerwear to students in need from area elementary school districts—Glen Ellyn
School District 41 and Community Consolidated School District 89. Currently, over
1,400 children in school districts 41 and 89 are considered low-income and some of these
children are homeless. The goal of Supplies 4 Success is to help kids in need start the
school year off right by providing each one with a Supplies 4 Success Kit—a complete
school supply kit and a backpack.
The Friends of the Glen Ellyn Public Library and the Glen Ellyn Library Foundation
continue to be generous supporters of the library’s summer reading program. This
summer, if the reading goals are met, the Friends and the Foundation will each donate
$1,000 to Supplies 4 Success. These contributions will provide a backpack filled with
school supplies to 80 local kids in need, giving all students a chance at educational
achievement and helping ensure a promising future for Glen Ellyn.
Throughout the summer, the Glen Ellyn Public Library will be accepting donations
of newly-purchased 3-ring binders and children’s backpacks for Supplies 4 Success.
Donations can be dropped off in a bin near the Circulation Desk.
So, this summer there is no need to feel guilty about picking up a book (or downloading
one!) and reading, because by doing so you will be helping children in our community to
succeed. Join GEPL Reads: Supplies 4 Success—registration begins May 30, 2017.
Glen Ellyn Public Library…so much more than books.
Dawn Bussey
Executive Director
STORYWALK® AT PRAIRIE PATH PARK
StoryWalk® is an interactive and exciting way for children—and adults—to enjoy
reading and the outdoors at the same time. Pages from a children's book will
soon be placed on permanent signs along an outdoor walkway at Prairie Path
Park (located between Park Boulevard and Forest Avenue). The library’s inaugural
StoryWalk® title, Plant the Tiny Seed by Christie Matheson, will debut this summer.
Stories will change periodically throughout the year.
StoryWalk® is a joint community project of the library, the Village of Glen Ellyn and
the Park District made possible in part by funding from the Rotary Club of Glen
Ellyn. Be sure to visit the park this summer to experience StoryWalk® and to try
out the newly-installed outdoor Ping-Pong and Chess tables.
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SUMMER SPOTLIGHT
SUMMER READING 2017
GEPL READS: SUPPLIES 4 SUCCESS
May 30 through August 21
Give community children in need the supplies necessary to
succeed in school by participating in the Glen Ellyn Public
Library’s summer reading program. Supplies 4 Success, a
grassroots, charitable organization based in Glen Ellyn,
raises money to give in-need students in Glen Ellyn District
41 and Community Consolidated District 89 a school supply
kit and backpack.
Summer 2017 Reading Challenges:
Youth: Read 75,000 Hours | Adult: Read 4,250 Books
When the community reaches this year’s summer reading
goal, the Friends of the Glen Ellyn Public Library and the
Glen Ellyn Library Foundation have each pledged funds
to provide 80 local children with a backpack full of school
supplies.
Middle School (Grades 6-8)
Registration Prize: Puzzle Maze Pen
This year's grand prize drawing is a Syma X8G Drone!
Log reading hours to earn entries for the grand prize and
weekly drawings. Weekly prize options include a gift basket
from the Glen Ellyn Sweet Shoppe, an Amazon gift card, an
iTunes gift card, and more.
Register at the Youth or 2nd Floor Information Desk,
or gepl.org/summer-reading. This year the library is
introducing Beanstack, a mobile-friendly site to make it
much easier to log books and activities. It even makes
recommendations for your next great read!
High School (Grades 9-12)
Registration Prize: Chocolate Bar
In addition to supporting a worthy cause, the library offers
terrific registration and participation prizes:
For every five books read, earn a $5 gift card to Amazon
or Starbucks (max. $25). After the fifth book, every book
logged earns an entry into the grand prize drawing: a $200
Ticketmaster gift card. Another $200 Ticketmaster gift card
will be awarded to this summer’s top reader.
Pre-Readers (Birth through 4 Years)
Registration Prize: Graduation Rubber Duckie
Complete a variety of activities and log reading time to
receive free books and a $1 off coupon at The Bookstore in
downtown Glen Ellyn.
Adult
Registration Prize: Chocolate Bar
Youth (2 Years through Grade 5)
Registration Prize: Mood Pencil
Read and log books. After the fifth book is logged, each
book earns an entry into the grand prize drawing: one of
five $100 gift cards to area stores including Staples and
Hobby Lobby.
Log reading time and complete a variety of activities to
earn books, patches and coupons to area businesses.
SUPPLIES 4 SUCCESS: Supply Drive | May 30 through August 21
Throughout the summer, the Glen Ellyn Public Library will be accepting
donations of newly-purchased 3-ring binders and children’s backpacks for
Supplies 4 Success. Drop off your donations in a bin near the Circulation Desk.
Meatheads Fundraiser
Tuesday, June 27 • 4-8 pm • 549 Roosevelt Road, Glen Ellyn
Enjoy a great meal at Meatheads Burgers & Fries and support the Glen Ellyn Public Library
at the same time. Meatheads will donate 10% of the net sales during the allotted time to the
library. Be sure to mention the fundraiser when you order.
 Reserve Your Spot
 Adult Study Room
 Computer Lab
 The Lounge
 Meeting Room
 Shakespeare Room
 Youth Program Room
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SUMMER SPOTLIGHT
SUMMER OF SUCCESS
COD Adult Admissions Open House
Thursday, July 13 • 5-7 pm • First Floor Lobby
Drop in for a one-on-one meeting with an adult admissions
representative from College of DuPage to learn more about
attending COD and have your questions answered. The fall
term begins August 21.
Job Hunting Best Practices 
Tuesday, August 1 • 9:30-11 am 
Are there tricks to using job search websites? Learn basic
job searching best practices to help increase your chances of
landing the work you want.
ICE CREAM SOCIAL
Monday, June 5 • 7-8:30 pm • Library Parking Lot
Celebrate the beginning of the library's summer reading
program with an ice cream sundae, ice pop or fresh fruit
at the 11th Annual Ice Cream Social.
Join the fun at 7:15 pm on the 2nd floor of the library
where kids and adults will be wowed as various objects
fly through the air during Jason Kollum’s Comedy
Variety Juggling & Balancing Show.
The Strategic Resume 
Wednesday, August 2 • 7-8:30 pm 
Thursday, August 3 • 9:30-11 am 
Need to clean up your resume to make it stand out from the
rest? Good resumes help land job interviews. Learn from the
People's Resource Center what employers look for in a resume
and how to tailor yours to a specific job.
Every Child Ready to Grow
Monday, August 28 • 7-8 pm 
FITNESS FOR SUCCESS
Empowerment through Yoga 
Friday, July 14 • 11 am-12:30 pm 
How do you get a child to try new foods? What can you do
to prepare for Preschool? Learn more about developmental
milestones and early childhood development from a panel
of experts in fields such as nutrition, pediatrics, safety and
education.
Unlock the power within! Kids will learn exercises in
self-reflection and improve their self-esteem in this yoga
workshop with Gina Slager, a certified yoga instructor and
self-empowerment coach. Make a calming meditation jar to
take home with you. For grades 6-8.
SMALL BUSINESS
SEMINAR
Healthy Eating the Mediterranean Way 
Accounting with QuickBooks 
Thursday, July 27 • 7-8:30 pm 
Wednesday, July 19 • 7:30-9 am • 2nd floor of Library
The Mediterranean Diet is medically proven to help reach
and maintain a healthy weight and improve cholesterol
numbers when followed consistently. Laura Barr, Nutrition
& Wellness Educator, deconstructs this ancient way of
eating and reveals the associated health benefits.
Join us as Elliot Hershik, registered CPA and General Manager
for Supporting Strategies, discusses basic double-entry
accounting concepts, including the five types of accounts
and how they work together to form an accounting system.
Learn how to record transactions in QuickBooks and analyze
financial statements for reporting purposes.
Little Lillies Yoga 
Ages 3 Years-Grade 1 : Tuesday, August 8 • 10-11 am 
Young Yogis Yoga 
Grades 2–5: Thursday, August 10 • 10-11 am 
Learn stretching and breathing activities and work on
new mindfulness techniques to help improve your mind
and body. Please wear stretchy clothing (no jeans, skirts or
dresses) and bring a beach towel to use as a yoga mat.
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 Reserve Your Spot
 Adult Study Room
 Computer Lab
This Small Business Seminar is offered in partnership with
SCORE. Free tickets available at gepl.org/small-businessseminars.
If you would like to learn more about how your business can
better utilize the many resources provided by the library,
contact Instruction Librarian and Business Liaison Ian
Lashbrook at [email protected] or 630-790-6750.
 The Lounge
 Meeting Room
 Shakespeare Room
 Youth Program Room
ADULT
On The Gallery Wall
View the artist of the month’s exhibit when you stop by the
second floor of the library. Learn more about these artists and
sneak a peek at their works at gepl.org/meet-the-artist.
June: Dalia Abdelaziz’s Young Artists
July: Ian Mitchell Wallace
August: Stefanie Anderson
PASSPORT
SERVICES
By Susan DeRonne,
Adult Department Director
Financial Recovery: What You Need to Know 
Thursday, June 15 • 7-8:30 pm 
A financial recovery plan helps you save money, pay your bills,
and eliminate or reduce your debt. Learn how to implement a
financial recovery plan, prioritize your spending, and rebuild
your credit from Wheaton Bank and Trust.
Trivia Night at North Side Sports Bar & Grill
Tuesdays • June 20, July 18, August 15 • 7:30-10 pm
499 West Pennsylvania Avenue
Grab a group of friends and head to downtown Glen Ellyn for
live trivia!
LifeSource Blood Drive
Monday, June 26 • 1-7 pm • Library Parking Lot
Monday, August 21 • 1-7 pm 
Did you know each time you donate blood you can save up
to three lives? Schedule your donation appointment at www.
lifesource.org or call 877-543-3768. Walk-ins are welcome, but
appointments are recommended.
Journey Critique Workshop
Have you put off applying for your passport because you dread
the long line at the post office or can’t find a convenient time
to get the whole family there? The Glen Ellyn Public Library has
the solution! Passport applications are now accepted seven
days a week for all ages including children under age 16 with
a parent.
Passport processing hours are Monday through Thursday from
9:30 am to 7:30 pm, Friday and Saturday from 9:30 to 11:30
am and 1:30 to 3:30 pm, and Sunday from 1:30 to 3:30pm.
During these hours, a trained passport agent is on staff at the
2nd Floor Information Desk, and soon we will have the Youth
Department staff trained as well. A completed application
form is required (forms are available at the library or at travel.
state.gov), along with appropriate photo identification, proof
of citizenship, proof of parental relationship for children under
16, and a recent passport photo. Area businesses that offer
passport photos include Walgreens, PJ’s Camera and Photo,
and FedEx Office Print and Ship Center. A processing fee can
be paid to the library by check, cash or credit card. A separate
payment to the State Department must be paid by check or
money order.
Wednesdays • June 28, July 26, August 23 • 7-8:30 pm 
Gain constructive criticism of your fiction or creative
nonfiction story from peers at this monthly workshop. The
Journey Critique Workshop is presented by The Writing
Journey, a west suburban “cafeteria-style” writing community.
For more information, visit critiquing.writingjourney.org.
Understanding Fake News 
Thursday, August 10 • 7-8:30 pm 
Fiction and nonfiction are not just library sections. People
constantly get bombarded with unreliable information from
untrustworthy sources. So how do you know what's real and
what's fake? Learn to weed through the noise and evaluate
sources for authenticity at this timely program.
Before coming to the library, feel free to call the 2nd Floor
Information Desk at 630-790-6630 to make sure you have
everything you need for submitting a passport application.
Since October, trained staff at the Glen Ellyn Public Library
have processed over 400 passport applications, and as in all
other areas, our goal is to provide the best service possible,
and to make your experience pleasant. Bonus: while you are
here, check out your next great book, CD, magazine or movie
to enjoy. We can help with that, too!
For complete information on the passport application process
at the library, visit gepl.org/passport.
"Thank you for a memorable evening! This was a gift for my father and we'll certainly never forget our time at your library
together." [Whiskey and Words program, February 2017]
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ADULT
READERS'
ADVISORY
CORNER
By Alex Herzberg,
Readers' Advisory Librarian
If you missed our program, Book Chat: New Releases for
Spring, don’t worry, below are three new titles we discussed
that you will want to put on your holds list:
BOOK DISCUSSION
GEPL Book Discussion 
2nd Wednesday of the Month • 7–8 pm • 3rd Floor Board Room
June 14
Lincoln in the Bardo: A Novel by George Saunders
July 12
Dust Bowl Girls: The Inspiring Story of the Team That
Barnstormed Its Way to Basketball Glory by Lydia Reeder
Visit gepl.org/book-discussions for information on this
season’s selections. Copies of each book discussion title are
available near the 2nd Floor Information Desk.
Book Chat: New Releases for Summer 2017 
American War: A Novel by Omar El Akkad
It is the mid-21st century. America is recovering from its second
civil war, unmanned drones fill the sky, oil is outlawed, and
coastal states are halfway underwater. In this gritty, somber
look into a dark future, a young Louisiana woman named Sarat
Chestnut finds the courage to keep her family and society
together. Recommended for fans of Station Eleven, Children of
Men, and The Bone Clocks.
City of Light, City of Poison: Murder, Magic, and the First
Police Chief of Paris by Holly Tucker
If you enjoyed The Devil in the White City, this one’s for you!
This gripping true-crime tale takes us back to the dangerous
streets of 17th century Paris, when an unprecedented murder
epidemic struck the city. Appointed by Louis XIV, Inspector
Nicolas de La Reynie must navigate political conspiracies,
underground gangs, and even witches as he works to restore
justice to the City of Light. Holly Tucker’s riveting account
draws from original court transcripts and La Reynie’s own
letters, bringing this true story back to life.
Wednesday, June 7 • 7–8 pm • 3rd Floor Board Room
Readers' Advisory Librarian Alex Herzberg will share his
industry knowledge on new and noteworthy titles coming this
summer.
Glenbard Parent Series: Enrique's Journey 
Thursday, August 17 • 7–8:30 pm 
Join us at the library for a discussion of Enrique's Journey: The
Story of a Boy's Dangerous Odyssey to Reunite with His Mother
by Sonia Nazario, as part of the Glenbard Parent Series:
Navigating Healthy Families.
Sonia Nazario appears at Glenbard East High School in
Lombard on August 23 at 7 pm as part of this series. For more
information on all GPS programming, visit glenbardgps.org.
3D PRINTING
3D Printing Open Lab
Thursdays • June 8, August 3 • 7–8 pm 
Theft by Finding: Diaries 1977-2002 by David Sedaris
One of the weirdest, funniest essay writers is back with neverbefore-seen personal diaries. Here, Sedaris recounts forty
years’ worth of random moments, ranging from overheard
comments on a plane to unfortunate secrets confided by
strangers, all with his trademark sense of self-deprecating
humor. He contributes regularly to The New Yorker and This
American Life, and his books have been translated into
25 languages. This is sure to be a great read for new and
returning readers!
Happy reading!
Learn about 3D printing at this all-ages open lab and then
work to create your own project. Use of 3D software is
available on a first-come, first-served basis. Projects will be
available for pick up at a later date.
Coming This Fall! 3D Design Competition
The library is looking to the community to design a creative
3D ornament celebrating the library’s 110th anniversary. The
winning design will be produced and sold at the library’s
annual Holiday Walk. All sales will benefit the Glen Ellyn
Library Foundation. More information to follow this fall.
"I really appreciated the librarian who went out of his way to reassure me about downloading books to an iPhone. He
provided useful information about my next step in getting an upgrade.” [Glen Ellyn Public Library Member]
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 Reserve Your Spot
 Adult Study Room
 Computer Lab
 The Lounge
 Meeting Room
 Shakespeare Room
 Youth Program Room
ADULT
TECHNOLOGY
Tech Help One-On-One 
Wednesdays • 2-4 pm 
June 7, June 14, July 5, July 12, August 2, August 9
Do you need hands-on instruction with your tablet,
smartphone or computer? Make a 30-minute one-on-one
appointment with a librarian for help.
DIGITAL
DIGEST
By Ian Lashbrook,
Instructional Librarian and
Business Liaison
Virtual Reality Showcase
Saturdays • June 10, August 19 • 1-3 pm 
Enter the revolutionary world of 3D gaming. Experience
impossible scenarios, immerse yourself in your favorite
game, or visit a new country. Sign up to try Oculus Rift and
PlayStation VR in 15-minute sessions on a first-come, firstserved basis. Parent signature required on Virtual Reality
Waiver for 18 and under. Waivers available at the 2nd Floor
Information Desk or gepl.org/waivers.
The Smart Home: Fad or Future? 
Tuesday, June 20 • 7-8:30 pm 
Interested in automated and voice-controlled technologies for
the home? Learn about devices on the market today and see
why home automation is here to stay by test driving Google
Home.
I’ve noticed a trend at the library—a lot of people think they
can ditch the computer entirely and work solely off their
phones or tablets. For some folks, this is fine. If all you want to
do is browse the web, send (short) emails, and borrow some
ebooks, then a good phone and/or tablet is all you need. But,
you may find that switching to doing everything on a small,
mobile device may be tougher than you think. Below are some
questions you should ask yourself before committing to a
computer-less existence.
• Do you need to print?
Printing from a mobile device can be clunky and difficult. Ask
yourself how much printing you do and if you are willing to
try and connect your home printer to your mobile device?
The alternative is always having to leave the house to print a
physical copy of something.
Drones After Dark 
Thursday, June 22 • 7-8:30 pm 
Test-fly a drone at the library! Learn what makes modern
drones work, how they are used, and the future of drones
from Dean Klapatch, FAA Certified Drone Pilot and owner of
FasterPast Aerial Video.
Microsoft PowerPoint Class 
Thursday, July 20 • 7-8:30 pm 
Microsoft PowerPoint gives you everything you need to
produce a professional-looking presentation for work, school
or personal use. Get started with the layout, terms and basic
functions of PowerPoint and find out about library resources
for learning more about this presentation software.
Download the Library: Movies, Magazines, Music
and More 
Tuesday, July 25 • 7-8:30 pm 
Find out how to use Hoopla, OverDrive, Zinio, Freegal and
other online resources with your library card while at home or
on-the-go.
Microsoft Excel Class 
Thursday, August 17 • 7-8:30 pm 
Microsoft Excel helps you organize, manipulate and store data.
Get started with the layout, terms and basic functions of Excel
and find out about library resources for learning more about
this spreadsheet software.
• How do you manage your money?
Most major banks have good mobile apps, so you’re likely
set there. However, smaller financial institutions, like credit
unions, typically offer their online services solely through
a website and if they have an app, it’s probably not a
good one. These concerns also extend to investments and
retirement plans, which are more easily managed using a
computer.
• Do you create/edit documents or files?
If so, a mobile device is going to make things a lot more
difficult. Using a keyboard and mouse is still the most
accurate way to edit all types of documents and files. And if
you need to use any specialized software you will probably
need a more powerful machine, like a computer, to run that
software. Some programs have a mobile counterpart but
these versions tend to be significantly more basic than their
full-version brethren.
Now, all this being said, home computers are becoming
increasingly susceptible to viruses and hacking, while mobile
devices are still relatively free of these concerns. Ultimately,
only you can judge if one or two mobile devices will meet all or
most of your needs. If you think they will, the Glen Ellyn Public
Library can certainly help fill in the gaps! But if you’re honest
with yourself, you may be surprised at how much you’ll miss
that computer should you decide to get rid of it.
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HIGH SCHOOL
MIDDLE SCHOOL
After-Hours Nerf War 
THE MIDDLE
Friday, July 28 • 6-8:30 pm • Adult Department
Battle it out on the 2nd floor of the library with other
high school students at 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
required for entry and are available at gepl.org/waivers
or the 2nd Floor Information Desk. For grades 9-12.
PREP FOR COLLEGE
The college admission process can be intimidating.
The library can help with this Prep for College series,
providing expert college and test preparation guidance
for high school students.
ACT Practice Test 
Saturdays • July 8, July 22 • 9 am-Noon 
Conquer test-day jitters by taking the ACT practice test.
Receive your results by phone, email or an appointment
with the C2 Education Program Director.
Don’t Pay the College Sticker Price 
Tuesday, July 11 • 7-8:30 pm 
Discover ways to make a college education more
affordable and less of a financial burden with help
from Joe Orsolini of College Aid Planners. Orsolini will
focus on strategies to maximize need-based financial
aid eligibility, target the right colleges for merit-based
financial aid and utilize tax-saving opportunities.
ACT vs. SAT: Which is Best for You? 
By Christina Keasler,
Middle School Librarian
While summer might not be the main time to
think of change, it is a time of transition. Air
conditioners and sprinklers turn on, winter
coats get packed away, and suddenly many
kids have a lot more free time. Kids in Glen
Ellyn aren’t idle in the summer, either. They’re in camps, at the
pool, and many come to the library.
On the last bell of the last day of 5th grade, your child is
considered a 6th grader in the eyes of the library. This may be
daunting and it may be an emotional time for you, but it can be
viewed as incredibly exciting since many new opportunities will
open for your child at the library.
New 6th graders are able to visit The Middle, a room just for
6th through 8th graders. The Middle features a fully-stocked
art cart, a charging station for mobile devices, a chalkboard
wall for self-expression, and a wide selection of board games
and video games for Wii U, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One.
Middle schoolers take part in unique summer reading activities
and receive reading incentives appropriate for their age. They
can also participate in exclusive programs where they can
meet new people their age that have similar interests.
There’s something for every middle schooler here at the library.
We can’t wait to see them!
Thursday, July 13 • 7-8:30 pm 
With help from C2 Education, understand the difference
between the ACT and the SAT and find out which test
best matches your academic strengths.
SAT Practice Test 
Saturdays • July 15, July 29 • 9 am-Noon 
Practice makes perfect. Take an SAT practice test and
receive your results by phone, email or an appointment
with the C2 Education Program Director.
SOLAR ECLIPSE
On Monday, August 21 a solar eclipse will be visible to all of
North America. Pick up a free pair of eclipse viewing glasses at
the library.
Solar Eclipse Excitement Storytime
Monday, August 14 • 10:30-11:15 am 
Think Like a College Admissions Officer 
Tuesday, July 18 • 7-8:30 pm 
Learn what elements your college applications need to
stand out to college admissions officers. Presented in
partnership with C2 Education.
Essay Writing and the Common Application 
Thursday, July 20 • 7-8:30 pm 
Receive a step-by-step analysis of what is included in
the Common Application and get insight into what
colleges look for in an application essay from C2
Education.
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 Reserve Your Spot
 Adult Study Room
 Computer Lab
Celebrate the solar eclipse at this special Storytime with songs,
activities and stories such as The Sun is My Favorite Star and
Moon Dreams. Create a take-home sensory aluminum foil moon
with sunbeams to mimic the eclipse. For ages 1 through 8 years.
Eclipse Exhibition 
Thursday, August 17 • 6-8 pm 
Learn about the moon and the sun from NASA Ambassador
James Joel Knapper. Explore the solar system in virtual reality
and make a sundial. Parent signature required on Virtual
Reality Waiver for the VR experience. Waivers available at the
Youth Information Desk or gepl.org/waivers. For grades 4-8.
 The Lounge
 Meeting Room
 Shakespeare Room
 Youth Program Room
YOUTH
Welcome to the 6th Grade!
Monday, June 5 • 11 am-1 pm • The Middle
You've waited long enough, new 6th graders. Attend a party
at the library and enjoy pizza and snacks while discovering
all that The Middle offers. Students entering grades 7-8 are
also invited to attend.
FINDING THE
RIGHT BOOK
By Kate Easley,
Youth Librarian-Homeschool Services
Bloxels Workshop Series 
Wednesdays • June 7, 14, 21 • 3:30-4:30 pm • The Middle
Learn the fundamentals of Bloxels, a software that allows
users to design their own video games. Make a completely
new video game with custom players and play your friends’
creations. For grades 6-8.
After-Hours Nerf War 
Friday, July 28 • 6-8:30 pm • Youth Department
Battle it out in the Youth Department with other middle
school students at 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 or the Youth
Information Desk. For grades 6-8.
Style Your Locker
Thursday, August 10 • 1-2 pm • The Middle
Get excited for the upcoming school year by learning how
to personalize your locker with handcrafted bling. Find
your creative outlet and learn new organizational tricks. For
grades 6-8.
SUMMER VOLUNTEER
OPPORTUNITIES
High School Summer Volunteers
Are you struggling to find a good chapter book for the young
reader in your life? It can be frustrating to recommend different
titles and not find a book that piques your child’s interest. Just
like some kids are picky eaters, some kids can be picky with
their reading appetites, and that’s OK! Your friendly Youth
Department librarians are always happy and ready to help.
We have several suggestions to please even the pickiest of
readers. Wimpy Kid fan? Check out Timmy Failure by Stephan
Pastis. Love the Magic Tree House but ready for something
harder? Try the Time Warp Trio or the 39 Clues series. Not only
do we have our own fun suggestions of what to read, we also
have booklists by both grade level and genre so you can find
an exciting science fiction title (Powerless), or a great book to
read aloud to younger kids (Paddington).
Our website also includes many resources for finding the right
book. On the Youth page, there is a “Find A Good Book”
section with lots of good suggestions, including award-winning
books such as Where the Mountain Meets the Moon. There is a
database called NoveList you can access from our Online
Research Tools menu. NoveList is a wonderful resource for
finding children’s books. You can search by both age level and
genre, so you can find a ghost story for a 10-year-old (All the
Lovely Bad Ones) and a steampunk fantasy for a teen
(Mechanica) on the same database. NoveList will also give you
summaries and reading level information for each book.
Monday, June 12 through Thursday, August 3
Volunteer responsibilities include administrative and clerical
tasks, writing blog entries for The Teen Scene, creating digital
content and more. Volunteers must commit to a two-hour
shift once a week and help with special events and programs.
For more information and an application, visit gepl.org/HSSummer-Volunteers or stop by the 2nd Floor Information
Desk.
Middle School Summer Volunteers
Volunteer Orientation: Wednesday, June 7 • 11-11:30 am 
Volunteer Party: Wednesday, August 9 • 1-2 pm 
Volunteers will check the condition of books, help staff
prepare for programs, and tidy up the Youth Department.
Enjoy a pizza party at the end of summer as a thank you for
your help. Applications must be completed and returned by
Wednesday, June 7. For more information and an application,
contact Christina Keasler, Middle School Librarian, at 630-7906736 or [email protected].
Another youth database worth checking out is Tumble Book
Cloud. This database has tons of ebooks—everything from
classics to graphic novels—you can read right from your
device. So, you can read Nancy Drew: The Demon of River
Heights right on your computer or tablet. It’s super easy!
Next time you’re in the library be sure to ask our helpful Youth
Department staff for book suggestions. I promise it will be
easier than trying to Escape from Mr. Lemoncello’s Library.
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YOUTH
LITERACY
TIPS
STEAM-ING TOWARDS
SUCCESS
By Katy Almendinger,
Early Literacy Librarian
Google CS First Club 
You are your child’s first teacher, which means early literacy
begins at home. Early literacy is a phrase that describes what
children need to know before they learn how to read and
write. These skills have proven to lead to increased academic
success. The good news is that you’re probably already
building these skills at home. Parents and caregivers should be
creating as much interaction as possible with five key activities:
talk, sing, read, write, play.
As the library’s Early Literacy Librarian, I have a few early
literacy tips that are tried-and-true favorites.
• Talk: Ask open-ended questions that don’t have a yes or no
answer. It encourages children to develop their own ideas
and form more complex sentences.
• Sing: Singing allows children to hear that words are made up
of smaller parts and different sounds—even if you don’t have
a great singing voice!
• Read: Let your children see you reading! Modeling reading
is so important. You can also read anything aloud: the
newspaper, magazines, a digital book, even the grocery list.
• Write: Try tracing letters in different media like sand, salt,
playdough, or even air. Activities like this will develop the
muscles children need to learn how to write.
• Play: On the go? Play “I Spy.” Games like these are fun, but
they can also build vocabulary skills and introduce new
topics and ideas.
Don’t forget about the benefits of storytime! Storytime is a
great early literacy-rich environment that also builds social
skills, gross motor skills, and fine motor skills. The library has
a variety of storytimes available this summer, including Book
Babies, Family Storytime, and Ready, Set, Kindergarten. For
more information, stop by the Youth Department or visit
gepl.org/storytime.
Thursdays • July 6, 13, 20, 27 • 4-6 pm 
Join the Google CS First Club. Use computer science to
tell fun, interactive stories using Scratch, a block-based
language program that helps kids to think creatively, reason
systematically and work collaboratively. Club members will
tell a unique story each session. For grades 4-6.
A Series of Unfortunate Events: Break, Build and
Experiment 
Thursday, August 3 • 4-5 pm 
Invent like Violet, mix like Sunny, and research like Klaus from
A Series of Unfortunate Events by Lemony Snicket! Break the
secret code with different literary activities, build something
new from random supplies, and hypothesize and experiment
with different activities. For grades 3-5.
Close Encounters of the Chemical Kind! 
Saturday, August 12 • 2-3 pm 
Exciting chemical reactions and electrifying displays of fire
and liquid nitrogen will thrill kids as they learn the basics
of solids, liquids and gases. Kids will experiment with color
changes, a mysterious Genie, gooey Gak, springy Superballs
and more! For kindergarteners and up.
SENSORY PROGRAMS
Sensory Saturdays
Saturdays • June 10, July 8, August 12 • 9:30-10:15 am 
Engage your senses with a variety of sensory art projects and
sensory play at this inclusive play group for children who
receive therapy. For birth through 5 years.
Play Day at Sensory Garden Playground in Lisle
Saturday, August 19 • 10 am-12 pm
2751 Navistar Drive, Lisle
Everyone deserves a chance to play and visitors to the
completely accessible Sensory Garden Playground will play
a lot! Play Day provides a chance for families to explore
the playground, listen to Sensory Storytime, get their faces
painted, plant flowers in the Fragrance Garden, and more. For
details, visit playforalldupage.org. For kids of all ages.
"I only dropped my son off, but I was very impressed with the people leading this program. They greeted kids (and parents
and siblings too) with enthusiasm, smiles, and genuine care." [Robotics with LEGO® Mindstorms program, February 2017]
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YOUTH
Saturday Movie Matinee
1st Saturday of the Month • 1-2:30 pm 
June 3: Moana (PG)
July 1: Sing (PG)
August 5: Trolls (PG)
Bring your own snacks and watch a movie at the library. For
kids of all ages.
Make Your Own Drawstring Backpack 
Saturday, June 3 • 11 am-12 pm 
Upcycle an old t-shirt into a drawstring backpack. No sewing
required. Bring any t-shirt of your choosing to the program.
For grades 4-5.
Origami Fun
Thursday, June 8 • 3-4 pm 
Learn the art of origami, a traditional Japanese art form of
folding paper into decorative shapes and figures. Start off with
an easy design, working your way up to more difficult designs.
For grades 1-3.
Mammals and More 
Saturday, June 17 • 2-3 pm 
Say hello to a slow-moving sloth or feel
the fur of a bat-eared fox when the
Flying Fox Conservation Fund brings
the zoo to you! Animals hanging out at
the library include: a sloth, a bat-eared
fox, an armadillo, a kinkajou, a civet,
a chinchilla, a tree frog, a tarantula, a
Solomon Island parrot, and a lion head
rabbit. For kids of all ages.
iLibrarian Pro 
Monday, June 19 • 1-2 pm • Youth Department
What happens to your book when you put it in the book drop?
Go behind the scenes and follow library materials after they
are returned. Learn how damaged books are treated, and
how to place an item on hold and search the card catalog. For
grades 1-3.
STORYTIMES
Summer Storytimes
June 12 through July 29 
The Glen Ellyn Public Library offers a variety of
storytimes for children starting at birth. During
librarian-led programs that incorporate stories, songs,
movement, rhymes and other storytime activities, your
child will learn to love reading and the library. Find the
summer schedule at gepl.org/storytime.
Bilingual Storytime | Hora de Cuento Bilingüe
Saturday, August 5 • 11-11:30 am 
Join us for fun books, poems, songs and finger plays
about friendship in both English and Spanish! All ages
welcome.
¡Acompáñenos para divertirse con libros, poemas,
canciones y toques de dedo sobre amistad en inglés y
español! Todas las edades están bienvenidas.
FOR HOMESCHOOLERS
What is your favorite word? Words can make you feel good,
bad, sad, angry, happy. How do you use your words? Bring
yourself, your imagination, and your enthusiasm for three
plays on words that are perfect for the entire family.
The library welcomes homeschooling families in the
community and supports these families through
services, materials and programs. If you would like
to be updated about our homeschooling events and
programs, please contact Kate Easley, Youth LibrarianHomeschool Services at [email protected]. Visit gepl.org/
homeschool to learn more about Homeschool Services
at the Glen Ellyn Public Library.
Pokémon Go and Play
LEGO® Challenge 
A Play on Words: Presented by College of Dupage
Theater 
Saturday, July 8 • 2-3 pm 
Tuesday, July 18 • 3-4 pm 
Wednesday, August 23 • 1:30-2:30 pm 
Catch Pokémon on the Pokémon Go app, trade and battle with
other trainers using your Nintendo DS and 3DS devices, or
show off and trade your Pokémon cards with other PokéFans.
For kids in kindergarten-grade 5.
Who can build the tallest structure? Join other homeschool families for a LEGO® building challenge. For kids
of all ages.
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maintains an endowment fund, supported by both planned giving and fundraising.
One way to support the work of the Foundation is to make a commemorative donation to it in
honor of someone special, either living or deceased, or to celebrate a birth, graduation or any
special occasion. In 2016, the children of Douglass and Dode Ackermann, long-time Glen Ellyn
residents and library members who passed away last year, asked family and friends to honor
the memory of their parents by donating to the Foundation. The Ackermanns' daughters,
Diane Prothro and Margaret Ice, knew their parents always wanted to give something back
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Margaret Ice (l) and Diane Prothro are pictured at the library near
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