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Featured News
Featured News
Password Required for Libby/Overdrive
Oct 01, 2026
Starting October 7, users must log in with their library card number and existing library password, due to a new Libby security update.
Uncensored: A Library Speakeasy Benefit: Oct. 24
Join us Saturday, October 24, for a benefit for EPL celebrating the right to read--with cocktails, mocktails, appetizers, games, and more.
Executive Director Search Community Survey
Oct 04, 2026
We want your input - what qualities and experience should our next leader bring? Share your thoughts in a short survey.
Upcoming Events: Civics, Community & Politics
Upcoming Events: Civics, Community & Politics
Community Resource Fair
Oct 14th | 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Stop by the Community Resource Fair to connect with local organizations and discover City of Evanston services and resources.
Law at the Library: Judicial Evaluations & Voting For Judges
Oct 26th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Online Event
Learn why judicial votes matter and find trusted voting resources from the Chicago Bar Association’s Judicial Evaluation Committee chair.
Lake Michigan and Illinois Groundwater: Panel Discussion
Oct 28th | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Join us for a lively panel discussion on protecting Illinois’ freshwater in the age of data centers and other threats.
A Look at the 2026 Midterms
Oct 29th | 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Join Professor Emeritus Larry Stuelpnagel of Northwestern University for this two-session mini-course on the 2026 Midterm elections.
Focus on Environmental Sustainability
Focus on Environmental Sustainability
How to Make Your Home More Energy-Efficient
Oct 14th | 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Looking to lower your home's greenhouse-gas emissions and utility bills? Come to a one-on-one session with a Climate Action Evanston coach.
Puzzle Swap
Oct 17th | 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Drop by the puzzle swap to pick up new-to-you puzzles. Bring your puzzles and give them new life.
Edible Evanston Gardener: Preparing for Winter
Oct 22nd | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
A beginner's class with practical tips for putting your garden to bed. Learn about mulching, covering crops, and more.
Tuesday Repair Cafe
Oct 27th | 10:15am - 12:30pm
Our Repair Café Volunteers will do their best to bring your beloved items back to life... with your help!
Kids Event
Halloween Family Storytime
Oct 31st | 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us for this not-so-scary storytime with songs, stories & Halloween fun! Costumes welcome. For children of all ages & their caregivers.
Kids Timely Lists
Digital Magazines in Spanish & Portuguese for Young Readers!
¡Que comience la diversión y el aprendizaje con estas revistas digitales en español y portugués para niños, disponibles en Libby!
Upcoming Kids Events
Kids Halloween Dance Party featuring DJ D.I.M.E.
Oct 31st | 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Drop-in to our family-friendly Halloween Dance Party featuring local DJ D.I.M.E. For children ages Birth-Grade 5 with parents & caregivers.
New & Noteworthy
