Kids can help raise money for the Glen Ellyn Public Library by reading!

Set a fundraising goal, collect sponsors, and then track your reading time in 20-minute increments. Earn a limited edition Jungle Book Ball patch when you read 8 hours. For kids of all ages. Download The Jungle Book Read-A-Thon Log.

All donations received will support Phase III of the Glen Ellyn Public Library Master Renovation Plan, which includes remodeling the Circulation area and creating a café and a drive-up window. More details at gepl.org/redesign.

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Continue the fun in the jungle with additional jungle-themed programming at the library.

Night in the Jungle: A Special After-Hours Event

Saturday, October 14 | 6:30-8 pm

Snakes in the library! Pose for photos with live snakes from the Chicago Herpetological Society at this exciting after-hours event for kids. Enjoy stories, create a fun jungle craft, and experience virtual reality with the 360-degree video Through Mowgli’s EyesParent signature required on Virtual Reality Waiver (for ages 8 and up). Waivers available at gepl.org/waivers. For kids of all ages. Every story read at this event counts towards your Jungle Book Read-A-Thon goal. Reserve your spot.

Jungle Jamboree

Saturday, November 5 | 2-3 pm

Celebrate your successful completion of The Jungle Book Read-A-Thon! Get a close up look at reptiles and amphibians from around the world at Dave DiNaso’s interactive, hands-on show. Read-A-Thon prizes will be awarded for the child who read the most, as well as for the highest fundraiser. For kids of all ages. Reserve your spot.