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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
Celebrate the right to read with EPL on Saturday, October 24. Learn more about Uncensored: A Library Speakeasy Benefit.
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.
Think Local
Events with a focus on local community
Preserving History with Geoffrey Baer
Oct 20th | 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online Event
Join beloved PBS host Geoffrey Baer and Emmy-winning Chicago historian Shermann “Dilla” Thomas for a special conversation about Chicago.
Evanston Authors Book Fair
Oct 24th | 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Meet and greet local authors, and explore a wide range of genres. Free raffle drawings and new books for sale for readers of all ages.
Yarn & Beyond: Special Hat Drive Session, part of a series
For our October through December meetings, we will be participating in a winter hat drive!
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.
Kids Event
Dance Performance with Ballet Folklórico de Chicago
Oct 11th | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month and enjoy a special interactive traditional Mexican folkloric dance performance…
Kids Timely Lists
Celebrate Latine and Hispanic Heritage Month
EPL presents a curated collection of stellar books for young readers by Hispanic and Latine authors.
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
