Evanston Public Library

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Last call to respond to the Library's community survey! The survey closes Monday, Aug. 31. Let us know what types of pro...
08/29/2026

Last call to respond to the Library's community survey! The survey closes Monday, Aug. 31. Let us know what types of programs and learning opportunities YOU want to see at the Library! Completed surveys will be entered into a raffle for a $50 Visa gift card. Take the survey here: https://bit.ly/4ckLNst

Today is the day! Join us for the Culture and Commerce Market TODAY, Saturday, Aug. 29, at the Robert Crown Community Ce...
08/29/2026

Today is the day! Join us for the Culture and Commerce Market TODAY, Saturday, Aug. 29, at the Robert Crown Community Center from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Culture & Commerce Market is a chance to shop local, discover new businesses, enjoy great food and spend time with family and neighbors. Most importantly, it creates space to recognize the entrepreneurs, artists, organizations and community members who contribute to Evanston every day. Come for the vendors. Stay for the magic, music, food and family fun!

The Teen Loft will be closed temporarily for the installation of new carpeting from August 26 to September 7. The Innova...
08/27/2026

The Teen Loft will be closed temporarily for the installation of new carpeting from August 26 to September 7. The Innovation Station will be available for teen use on certain dates (signage will be posted with available dates and times). There will be no access to the books in the Teen Loft (YA Fiction) from August 31 to September 7.

The Culture & Commerce Market is happening this Saturday, Aug. 29, at the Robert Crown Community Center. It's a chance t...
08/27/2026

The Culture & Commerce Market is happening this Saturday, Aug. 29, at the Robert Crown Community Center. It's a chance to shop local, discover new businesses, enjoy great food, and spend time with family and neighbors. Most importantly, it creates space to recognize the entrepreneurs, artists, organizations, and community members who contribute to Evanston every day. The event is free and open to the public. Come for the vendors. Stay for the magic, music, food, and family fun!
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El Mercado de Cultura y Comercio es una oportunidad para comprar localmente, descubrir nuevos negocios, disfrutar de buena comida y pasar tiempo con familiares y vecinos. Sobre todo, es una oportunidad para reconocer a los emprendedores, artistas, organizaciones y miembros de la comunidad que contribuyen a Evanston todos los días. El evento es gratuito y abierto al público. ¡Ven por los vendedores y quédate para disfrutar de la magia, la música, la comida y la diversión familiar!

Double Your Impact for the Robert Crown Library!You have until August 25 to have twice the impact. Every donation to th...
08/22/2026

Double Your Impact for the Robert Crown Library!
You have until August 25 to have twice the impact. Every donation to the Robert Crown Library collection will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $18,000, thanks to three generous donors.

Located at the crossroads of three of Evanston's most diverse neighborhoods, the Robert Crown Library is uniquely positioned to bring people together and provide equitable access to books, resources, and opportunities for the entire community.

Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4xLAUIp

Culture & Commerce Market | Mercado de Cultura y ComercioSaturday, August 29, 2026 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Robert Crown B...
08/21/2026

Culture & Commerce Market | Mercado de Cultura y Comercio
Saturday, August 29, 2026
11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Robert Crown Branch Library

Celebrate entrepreneurship, culture, and community with the Evanston Public Library at the Robert Crown Community Center on Saturday, August 29, from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

In celebration of National Black Business Month (August) and Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15 - Oct. 15), this family-friendly event will showcase local Black and Latino entrepreneurs offering delicious food, unique products, handmade goods, professional services, and more! Learn more: https://bit.ly/3S2h8JI

❤️ Every 2 seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood and or platelets.❤️ Approximately 30,000 units of red blood cells ...
08/20/2026

❤️ Every 2 seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood and or platelets.
❤️ Approximately 30,000 units of red blood cells are needed every day in the U. S.
❤️ Nearly 6,000 units of platelets and 6,000 units of plasma are needed daily in the U.S.

Donate blood this Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Main Library.

Give blood Aug. 1-31 to help patients this summer — and we’ll thank you with a $15 Rewards gift card.* Must use code AUGUST15-2026-V when scheduling: bit.ly/468mrKN

🌞 Experience the Noryo Festival -- the Japanese summer holiday for engaging the senses and escaping the August heat. The...
08/19/2026

🌞 Experience the Noryo Festival -- the Japanese summer holiday for engaging the senses and escaping the August heat. The Noryo Festival in Japan is known for traditional family activities that focus on slowing down, such as visits to waterfront cottages, relaxing by the riverside, dinners on boats, playing and listening to music, and appreciating the feel of the breeze. Register here: https://bit.ly/3SHyFqH

The Library is hosting a FREE Flu Shot Clinic on Friday, August 28, 10:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the Main Branch. Walgreens...
08/19/2026

The Library is hosting a FREE Flu Shot Clinic on Friday, August 28, 10:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the Main Branch. Walgreens pharmacists will administer flu shots at no cost with most insurance. *If you have insurance, please bring your insurance card.

Registration is Required. Please call (847) 448-8630.

REMINDER: The Crown Branch will be closed TOMORROW, Tuesday, Aug. 18, for the COR Parks & Recreation Department's Staff ...
08/17/2026

REMINDER: The Crown Branch will be closed TOMORROW, Tuesday, Aug. 18, for the COR Parks & Recreation Department's Staff Summit.

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Evanston, IL
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