Evanston Public Library

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Need help understanding upcoming changes to SNAP benefits? Join staff from CARPLS for an informative presentation coveri...
05/29/2026

Need help understanding upcoming changes to SNAP benefits? Join staff from CARPLS for an informative presentation covering key updates, including new requirements, who may be affected, important dates, ways to meet work requirements, and time for questions.

📅 Thursday, June 11, 2026
🕕 6:00–7:00 PM
📍 Main Library

Learn More: https://evanstonlibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/6a0ddb86f6bd012f006924a6

Last Chance to Register!Chronic illness affects more than physical health — it can also impact mental and emotional well...
05/27/2026

Last Chance to Register!

Chronic illness affects more than physical health — it can also impact mental and emotional well-being. Join Stephanie Aaron, LCSW, for a discussion on the mental health effects of chronic illness, including cancer, and learn practical coping tools and strategies to support overall wellness.

Register here: https://evanstonlibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/69fb6d54e7108c0f03d12391

Time is running out to register! Caregivers: when was the last time someone took care of you?Join us on Wednesday, June ...
05/26/2026

Time is running out to register! Caregivers: when was the last time someone took care of you?

Join us on Wednesday, June 3 for a special presentation with Dasha Kiper, Director of Caregiver Support at Renewal Memory Partners. Discover why self-care can feel so difficult, explore the brain science behind caregiver stress, and learn a more gentle, sustainable approach to caring for yourself while caring for others.

Don't miss this insightful conversation designed specifically for caregivers and those supporting loved ones.

📅 Wednesday, June 3, 2026
🕐 1:00–2:30 PM
📍 Main Library

Register now: https://evanstonlibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/69fbcd31e13d3b4603b38aad

Evanston Public Library is closed today in observance of Memorial Day. Have a safe and happy holiday.
05/25/2026

Evanston Public Library is closed today in observance of Memorial Day. Have a safe and happy holiday.

Feel the rhythm. Hear the story. Celebrate our shared roots. Join us for Our Roots, Our Story: Music, Dance, and Legacy ...
05/24/2026

Feel the rhythm. Hear the story. Celebrate our shared roots. Join us for Our Roots, Our Story: Music, Dance, and Legacy — an evening of live performance, cultural connection, and powerful storytelling through music and movement.

Experience the vibrant traditions of Puerto Rican Bomba and West African drumming with performances and presentations by La Escuelita Bombera De Corazón™️ and Victoriadjembe. Through rhythm, dance, and community, this program explores themes of resilience, liberation, and cultural legacy across the African and Latin diasporas.

📍 Levy Center
📅 Saturday, June 6
⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM

Come listen, reflect, and connect through sound and movement. All are welcome!

Support keeps growing! This is all over the news now - it's a great time to support your library! Right now, libraries a...
05/22/2026

Support keeps growing! This is all over the news now - it's a great time to support your library! Right now, libraries are paying significantly higher prices than consumers for eBooks and digital audiobooks — using taxpayer dollars. These publisher pricing models lead to longer wait times and fewer available titles for readers.

HB5236, the Digital Library Protection Act, would help protect libraries from unfair pricing and restrictions, allowing libraries to purchase more of the materials you want with shorter waits and better access for everyone.

Please take a minute to contact your elected officials and urge them to support this legislation. Hearing directly from constituents and library supporters makes a real difference!

Read more on the Illinois Library Association's website: https://www.ila.org/advocacy/ready-set-advocate-ebook-legislation
They have created trackers and sample scripts for supporters to contact legislators. Thank you for supporting libraries!
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Both Branches of EPL will be closed on Monday, May 25 in honor of Memorial Day. We will reopen Tuesday, May 26 at our no...
05/21/2026

Both Branches of EPL will be closed on Monday, May 25 in honor of Memorial Day. We will reopen Tuesday, May 26 at our normally scheduled time.

Summer Reading for Kids Starts June 1! Visit the library this summer for fun and free activities for kids ages Birth to ...
05/21/2026

Summer Reading for Kids Starts June 1! Visit the library this summer for fun and free activities for kids ages Birth to Grade 5. How can you participate in Summer Reading? It's easy!
Starting June 1, register in person at the Main Library or Robert Crown Library to pick up your summer reading log. This year’s theme is Plant a Seed: Read! Kids can earn a free paperback book when they complete the program. They can also earn tickets for the library’s weekly and grand prize raffles.

No library card or residency requirement – Summer Reading at EPL is free and open to all!

Come enjoy sun, sand, stories and songs with Evanston Public Library! Staff will present outdoor storytime at Lee Street...
05/20/2026

Come enjoy sun, sand, stories and songs with Evanston Public Library! Staff will present outdoor storytime at Lee Street Beach on select Friday mornings. Join us for books, songs and play. Sand and water toys will be provided for program use. For children ages Birth to Age 5 with parents and caregivers. No advanced registration required--just drop in with your beach token. Beach token info available at event link: https://evanstonlibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/6990d71e3cc3e0c9ecb9539a

Celebrate the start of Pride Month with a live virtual talk with award-winning children's author Kyle Lukoff. Get inspir...
05/19/2026

Celebrate the start of Pride Month with a live virtual talk with award-winning children's author Kyle Lukoff. Get inspired listening to him speak about My Little Golden Book About Pride and his other works, which include picture books, chapter books, fiction, and non-fiction books for kids. Explore EPL's online catalog and find one of Kyle's books to check out. For children in Grades K and older, as well as parents, caregivers, librarians and educators. Link to the live virtual Zoom event will be sent 48 hours prior to the event. Registration required. Register today: https://evanstonlibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/69e2b103c1cf6f9a75861cbf

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1703 Orrington Avenue
Evanston, IL
60201

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 9pm
Tuesday 10am - 9pm
Wednesday 10am - 9pm
Thursday 10am - 9pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 6pm
Sunday 12pm - 6pm

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+18474488600

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