🌱 Patch AM: Sat.Nov. 7 at 2:00 PM - Program - "The Uniform of the Continental Soldier" - Jack Tison and 7 more events

Make time for 2026 Veterans Benefit Concert on the Glen Ellyn Patch calendar

COD/CCMA/MAC unveil a new public installation “New Salem: Models of History” Nov. 12

Installation features 13 handmade miniature recreations of the buildings of the Illinois town of New Salem where Lincoln’s public life began

WSFDV presents “An Evening with Gary Sinise,” Author of “Graceful Warrior" at the MAC Nov. 23

Funds from the event to benefit West Suburban Foundation for Disabled Veterans (WSFDV) and disabled veterans in the community

🌱 Patch AM: Glen Ellyn Holiday Walk, Tree Lighting Set For Nov. 27

Be sure to catch Martin Short LIVE at Comedy for Cancer on the Glen Ellyn Patch calendar

Community to Spend Night Outside to Turn Lights Out on Homelessness for Sleep Out Saturday

Bridge Communities' 23rd annual overnight event raises funds for families facing homelessness

Glen Ellyn Holiday Walk, Tree Lighting Set For Nov. 27

The village's 2026 tree lighting and Holiday Walk includes visits with Santa Claus at the fire station.

'Significant Delays' Expected As Crash Closes Route 53 In Both Directions In Glen Ellyn

The crash took place Wednesday morning, according to village officials.

🌱 Patch AM: Community Forum To Focus On LGBTQ+ Experiences In Glen Ellyn

Coming up: Martin Short LIVE at Comedy for Cancer on the Glen Ellyn Patch calendar

Community Forum To Focus On LGBTQ+ Experiences In Glen Ellyn

The Nov. 5 event will focus on "experiences, perspectives, and needs of Glen Ellyn's LGBTQ+ community."

Destroy Old Jack-O'-Lanterns At Pumpkin Smash In Glen Ellyn

Residents can bring baseball bats and shovels to sustainably smash old pumpkins at Glen Ellyn Park District's Pumpkin Smash.

🌱 Patch AM: National volleyball championship is coming to College of DuPage soon.

And check out Martin Short LIVE at Comedy for Cancer on the Glen Ellyn Patch calendar

COD Robotics Team Wins NASA International Lunabotics Championship

COD was one of two U.S. colleges selected to participate and the only community college among the seven participating institutions.

Dozens Of Cats Saved After Fire Breaks Out At Shelter In Lombard: Reports

A GoFundMe has been created to help the shelter relocate fire started Sunday night at Cat Guardians on St. Charles Road.

Glen Ellyn 2026 General Election Info: Candidates, Polling Places, More

Here's what to know about the 2026 General Election if you're voting in Glen Ellyn.

🌱 Patch AM: See how much this Crescent Boulevard home just sold for

Make time for Martin Short LIVE at Comedy for Cancer on the Glen Ellyn Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: How a Glen Ellyn home base powered Braden Huff’s comeback.

Also, don’t miss The Halloween Hangover Artisan Market at Noon Whistle, Lombard on the Glen Ellyn Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Monster Fun Halloween Wristband at Enchanted Castle! and 7 more events

And check out Prairie Haunted Trail Community Trick and Treating on the Glen Ellyn Patch calendar

Glen Ellyn's New Deputy Chief 'Deeply Grateful' For New Role

Andrew Downey will replace Deputy Chief Kurt Vavra, who recently retired from the force.

Glen Ellyn-Wheaton Chorale Receives Grant

$5000 grant received through DuPage Foundation's "Arts DuPage" grant program to help support concerts at senior living facilities

Poppie's Pasta Opening Delayed In Glen Ellyn

The grand opening has been delayed amid "unexpected, last-minute permit requirements," the restaurant shared in a post on Instagram.

Register for Spring 2027 Classes at College of DuPage

The spring term begins Monday, Jan. 25, and offers one 16-week, two 12-week and two eight-week sessions.

COD Only Community College in NASA International Competition

COD is one of two U.S. colleges selected to participate and the only community college among the seven participating institutions.

Glen Ellyn To Vote On Special Use Permit, Zoning Variations For New Metra Station, Underpass

The requests received a positive recommendation from the village's planning commission in September.

How To Observe Veterans Day In Glen Ellyn: Ceremonies, Exhibits, More

See how you can pay tribute to veterans in Glen Ellyn in 2026.

New Nordstrom Rack Store Coming To IL

The new store is part of more than two dozen openings in 15 states.

See Birds Of Prey, Learn Fascinating Facts At Wings And Talons Raptor Show

The Glen Ellyn Park District will host the Wings and Talons Raptor Show to give guests a closeup view of birds of prey.

College of DuPage Joins Third Annual Feed the Need Campus Food Drive

The challenge will run on the College's Glen Ellyn campus from Oct. 19 through Nov. 30.

5 Under 5 Event Honors Recent Alumni for Outstanding Achievement

Hosted by COD’s Alumni Engagement office during a recent ceremony in the Student Services Center Atrium on campus in Glen Ellyn.

Glen Ellyn Runners Finish 2026 Chicago Marathon

Runners from Glen Ellyn completed the 2026 Chicago Marathon, joining more than 54,000 who crossed the finish line at Grant Park.

Get Your Jack-O'-Lantern Included In Pumpkins On Main In Glen Ellyn

Dozens of jack-o'-lanterns will be on display in downtown Glen Ellyn for Halloween. See how to get yours included in Pumpkins on Main.

Glen Ellyn 2026 Voter Guide: Everything You Need To Know

Here's everything you need to know to cast your vote, from voter registration to polling places to mail-in voting to what's on the ballot.

Home Struck By Bullets In Glen Ellyn: Police

Police say the shots were fired early Saturday morning.

Discounted Train Station Parking Permits Will Be Available For 2027-28 In Glen Ellyn

The discounts come as the village prepares to start construction on its new downtown train station and pedestrian underpass project.

Ackerman Haunted Trail Brings Frightful Fun To Glen Ellyn

The haunted trail will offer eerie encounters and jump scares, but a less frightful experience is available as well.

New Philharmonic continues 50th Season with “A Tribute To Scotland: Mendelssohn, Bruch & Davies” Oct. 24 & 25

David Taylor, Chicago Symphony Orchestra (CSO) assistant concertmaster featured in “The Scottish Fantasy” by Max Bruch.

St. Mark's Pumpkin Patch Celebrates 20 Years

Buy your pumpkin with a purpose to support DuPagePads' efforts to end homelessness.

Where To Pick Pumpkins Near Glen Ellyn This Fall — And How To Carve Them

Many pumpkin patches and fields also offer other seasonal activities like hay rides, corn mazes and games for the kids.

Glen Ellyn Rejects Special Use Permit Request For Beauty Parlor On Duane

Village trustees voted down the proposal for a high-end beauty salon called The Parlor at Monday's meeting.

4-Unit Mixed-Use Development Proposal For Duane Street Heads To Pre-Application Review

Petitioners applied for a pre-application to build a four-unit residential space with retail space on the first floor at 451 Duane St.

Glen Ellyn Man Brought Loaded Gun, More Ammo To Hospital ER: Cops

Police say Michael Vangarsse tried to enter the hospital during an altercation with security guards with a gun and 75 rounds of ammunition.