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Featured Events
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.
Law at the Library Series
Each Law at the Library program features a presentation on Zoom by an experienced attorney, followed by a brief question and answer session.
Let's Play Mahjong! (Education Edition)
Oct 5th | 6:15pm - 7:45pm
Join instructors Xinming Guo and Xiuwen Wu as they guide you through the rules and basic skills of this beloved classic game.
All About the Tech
Events and Lists about Technology and AI
Inside the Empire of AI with Karen Hao
Sep 17th | 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online Event
New York Times Bestseller author Karen Hao will discuss the social, political, and ethical questions surrounding AI development today.
Cybersecurity Basics: Tech Learning for Older Adults
Sep 19th | 10:00am - 12:00pm
Learn how to prevent cyberattacks with this hands-on tech instruction class for older adults.
Email Basics
Oct 9th | 10:30am - 12:30pm
Confused how to attach a file? Not sure if your email sent? And what is 2 Factor Authentication? Join us to learn all these and more!
Technology Detox
Looking to rethink your relationship with technology? Here are some books that may help.
Engage with History
Events and Lists about Technology and AI
Mending the Constitution to Include the Declaration
Sep 17th | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Lawyer Michele Honora Thorne explores how the Declaration inspired constitutional amendments--and the surprising role women played.
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.
Libraries
Explore the rich history of libraries, from their earliest beginnings to present day stories.
Latin American History / Historia Latinoamericana
Discover Latin America's rich history and heritage. / Descubra las historias de nuestros antepasados y sienta el orgullo de nuestras raíces.
Kids Event
Read to Dogs with Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy
Sep 16th | 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Register for a time slot and be paired with a certified therapy dog to practice reading. For children Grades K-5.
Kids Timely Lists
We Love the Library!
These reads for children feature a love of the library and librarians. Come into the library to sign up for your own library card!
Upcoming Kids Events
Game Play Sunday
Sep 20th | 2:30pm - 4:00pm
NEW TIME! Explore the library’s card and board game collection hosted by game-loving staff! For children ages 4 and older with caregivers.
New & Noteworthy
