Glen Ellyn Public Library https://dev.gepl.org/ Wed, 04 Feb 2026 15:15:52 +0000 en hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 Dial 630-534-9700 to hear a story, rhyme, or joke read aloud at any time – February 2026 https://dev.gepl.org/2026/02/02/dial-630-534-9700-to-hear-a-story-rhyme-or-joke-read-aloud-at-any-time-february-2026/ Mon, 02 Feb 2026 19:52:20 +0000 https://dev.gepl.org/?p=63964 Call 630-534-9700 and select 1–10 to hear a story, rhyme, or even jokes read aloud by a staff member any time. Here’s what’s playing now! Press # at any time to return to the menu. Katy reads M is for Mango by Atinuke. Alexandra reads ¡1, 2, 3 Cumbia!: English-Spanish Manners Book by Delia Ruiz. […]

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]]> The Studio has all you need to podcast and promote your business, nonprofit, or civic entity https://dev.gepl.org/2026/02/02/the-studio-has-all-you-need-to-podcast-and-promote-your-business-nonprofit-or-civic-entity/ Mon, 02 Feb 2026 15:00:40 +0000 https://dev.gepl.org/?p=63314 In The Studio, adults and high school students can record voice-overs, podcasts, vocals, webinars, and Zoom presentations or produce music. The room has high-quality stereo speakers and wall panel sound diffusers. Use the Mac provided or bring your own device. The Studio is located on the 2nd floor near The Workshop.

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]]> The library’s most checked out of 2025 https://dev.gepl.org/2026/01/21/the-librarys-most-checked-out-of-2025/ Wed, 21 Jan 2026 20:06:09 +0000 https://dev.gepl.org/?p=63867 Rewind and revisit the top checkouts by Glen Ellyn Public Library cardholders in 2025! Top Things Circulating library book bags and backpacks Mobile Wi-Fi Hotspots American Girl Bitty Baby Doll Top Books Top Films Top Shows Top Games Top Albums Top Series Bluey Dog Man Big Nate Top Magazines People The Economist The New Yorker

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]]> Reinforce your language learning with LOTE4Kids https://dev.gepl.org/2026/01/08/lote4kids/ Thu, 08 Jan 2026 18:42:22 +0000 https://dev.gepl.org/?p=63709 ¡Comparte libros en más de 100 idiomas con LOTE4Kids! Chia sẻ sách bằng hơn 100 ngôn ngữ với LOTE4Kids! Share books in over 100 languages with LOTE4Kids! !کے ساتھ 100 سے زیادہ زبانوں م ی ں کتاب ی ں شی ئ ر کریں LOTE4Kids Research indicates that listening to a language makes learning easier by […]

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]]> Dial 630-534-9700 to hear a story, rhyme, or joke read aloud at any time – January 2026 https://dev.gepl.org/2025/12/30/dial-630-534-9700-to-hear-a-story-rhyme-or-joke-read-aloud-at-any-time-january-2026/ Tue, 30 Dec 2025 15:53:00 +0000 https://dev.gepl.org/?p=63600 Call 630-534-9700 and select 1-10 to hear a story, rhyme, or even jokes read aloud by a staff member any time. Here’s what’s playing now! Press # at any time to return to the menu. Payton reads Evergreen by Matthew Cordell. Alexandra reads We Laugh Alike: A Story that’s Part English, Part Spanish, and a […]

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]]> Now browse the Library of Things and check items out in the lobby https://dev.gepl.org/2025/12/30/now-browse-the-library-of-things-and-check-items-out-in-the-lobby/ Tue, 30 Dec 2025 15:48:33 +0000 https://dev.gepl.org/?p=63507 The library has devices like Wi-Fi hotspots, equipment like sewing machines, games, instruments, and American Girl dolls that you can borrow with your library card. You can browse these items in the library catalog along with other library materials or in the library lobby near the returns. Libraries often refer to items that you may […]

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]]> Add your ID — and your library card — to iPhone https://dev.gepl.org/2025/12/15/add-your-id-and-your-library-card-to-iphone/ Mon, 15 Dec 2025 19:30:24 +0000 https://dev.gepl.org/?p=63482 Now you can add your Illinois driver’s license or state ID to Apple Wallet on iPhone and Apple Watch. So you can present it easily and securely in person, in app, and online at select businesses, organizations, and airports. To learn more, visit ilsos.gov/mobileid. To add your Glen Ellyn Public Library card to Apple Wallet, […]

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]]> Short Story Dispenser now includes option to listen to stories https://dev.gepl.org/2025/12/11/short-story-dispenser-now-includes-option-to-listen-to-stories/ Thu, 11 Dec 2025 17:36:44 +0000 https://dev.gepl.org/?p=63301 Short Édition , the provider of the content for the Short Story Dispenser in the library lobby, now offers a QR code so that people who are blind or have low vision can listen to a selection of 70–80 works, with more titles to come. If you read Short Story Dispenser content online , stories […]

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]]> Availability of eBooks and audiobooks at the library https://dev.gepl.org/2025/12/10/availability-of-ebooks-and-audiobooks-at-the-library/ Wed, 10 Dec 2025 16:53:33 +0000 https://dev.gepl.org/?p=63431 Have you ever wondered why you have to wait for copies of eBooks and audiobooks, and why the library doesn’t just order more to keep up with demand? eBooks and audiobooks can cost libraries far more than physical copies and come with strict licensing limits. The library has been watching conversations on this topic and […]

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]]> Palace app now available to replace Boundless! https://dev.gepl.org/2025/12/03/palace-app-now-available-to-replace-boundless/ Wed, 03 Dec 2025 21:45:40 +0000 https://dev.gepl.org/?p=63384 Users can now access Glen Ellyn Public Library in The Palace Project app!  Palace replaces Boundless for access to eBooks and audiobooks. If you have previously downloaded The Palace Project, you may have to delete the app and reinstall it to see Glen Ellyn Public Library as a library choice.

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]]> Dial 630-534-9700 to hear a story, rhyme, or joke read aloud at any time – December 2025 https://dev.gepl.org/2025/11/29/dial-630-534-9700-to-hear-a-story-rhyme-or-joke-read-aloud-at-any-time-december-2025/ Sat, 29 Nov 2025 16:34:56 +0000 https://dev.gepl.org/?p=63348 Call 630-534-9700 and select 1-10 to hear a story, rhyme, or even jokes read aloud by a staff member any time. Here’s what’s playing now! Press # at any time to return to the menu. Marii reads chapters 21-23 of Because of Winn-Dixie by Kate DiCamillo. Alexandra reads The Mexican Dreidel by Linda Marshall. Meredith […]

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]]> Using the Library of Things for your business, nonprofit, or civic entity https://dev.gepl.org/2025/11/25/using-the-library-of-things-for-your-business-nonprofit-or-civic-entity/ Tue, 25 Nov 2025 20:55:00 +0000 https://dev.gepl.org/?p=63312 The Library of Things contains equipment you can use to create, promote, assess, and document aspects of your business. Think speakers, cameras, Wi-Fi hotspots, and slide projectors you can borrow to complete projects.

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