Celebrate arts and culture this Black History Month with EPL Activities honoring Black American contributions happening throughout February Black History Month is a time to step back and more specifically acknowledge and celebrate the centuries of broad and vibrant contributions Black Americans have made to culture, the arts, politics and social justice movements. The […]
Getting and Using a Library Card Who can get a Library card? Evanston Public Library cards are free of charge to all Evanston residents living in zip codes 60201, 60202, and 60208. How do I get a library card? Evanston residents need to show proof of residency. To verify residence, a current government-issued photo identification with […]
Gear up for the winter olympics with books (and even movies) featuring Bobsleigh, Figure Skating, Ice Hockey, Skiing, Snowboarding, and Speed Skating!
Saturday, May 4 All locations Comic Book Giveaway 10 am – Until Comics Run Out What’s better than comic books? Free comic books! We will be giving away comic books* for children, teens, and adults. Stop by the library to get yours. Supplies are limited so come early. *Thanks to Comix Revolution for donating comics […]
How to download & stream free videos, music, audiobooks, comics, and ebooks from Hoopla on your mobile device or computer. Register for a hoopla account by visiting hoopladigital.com. You will need to provide an e-mail address, create a password, and have your library account information ready. The free mobile app can be found in the […]
There are many ways to contact and connect with the Library and its staff. We want to hear from you with your questions and comments. Your input improves Library services as we continually evolve to meet the current needs of the Evanston community. En español: Si quiere que le atiendan en español, llame a (847) […]
Peregrine falcons have been nesting at the library since 2004. They occupy the nest (scrape) from March until June each year. There is an Evanston Peregrine Falcon Watch group for posting and sharing news and observations of the Evanston Peregrine Falcons. Scientists from the Field Museum’s Chicago Peregrine Program band the young falcons each year. […]
Evanston Public Library Search for books, DVDs, events, and more. Place holds or renew items, browse our digital resources, or contact us. Apple App | Android App Libby (Digital Library of Illinois) Meet Libby, by Overdrive. Did you know your local library has thousands of ebooks and audiobooks? You can borrow them, instantly, for free, […]
Create Art! View our Older Adult Art Workshops and Register Here Stay healthy as you age Ageless Grace® is a revolutionary brain and body fitness program that consists of 21 simple exercise tools, done seated, to create healthy longevity of the body and brain. Registration required. Aha! (active healthy aging) provides free monthly group fitness sessions […]
Ridgeville Community House, 908 Seward Street, Evanston A Halloween event perfect for the whole family. Features a spine-tingling harvest display, haunting musical performances, and of course, free treats!
