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Celebrate National Library Week
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Libraries
We don't need to tell you how great libraries are. Here are a few film documentaries and books about libraries here and around the world.
We Love the Library
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!
Library Week
Poets and Their Novels
Before their novels topped Best Of lists, these writers were known as poets—here are standout novels paired with equally strong poetry.
Fiction by Arab Authors
Fiction by Arab Authors
Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month by reading these novels by Arab authors.
Upcoming Events
April Event
Common Scams and Prevention Tips
Apr 29th | 11:00am - 12:00pm
Scams are on the rise. Join the Illinois Attorney General’s Office outreach team to learn how to protect yourself.
May Event
Edible Evanston Beginning Gardener Series: Planting
May 14th | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
One of a series of four beginner classes offered in 2026. Planting class will guide you from seedlings to a planted garden.
May Event
Babel-On with R.F. Kuang
May 20th | 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online Event
Join us for an evening with R.F. Kuang, author of Katabasis, Yellowface, Babel, and The Poppy War trilogy.
Lists That Inspire
Staff Feb List
Heart Health Awareness Month
February marks American Heart Month--a great time to make changes that can lead to a lifetime of heart health.
Staff Feb List
Plays by Black Playwrights
Whether it's Black History Month or any month, these are fantastic plays written by Black authors.
Inspire list 3
Using Your Voice: Kids Books about the Power of Protest
Be inspired by stories and real life examples of people using their voice in different ways to impact change in their communities.
Staff Feb List
Stone Cold Sober! Books on Beverages Better than Booze
Make Dry January delicious with mocktails, herbal teas, and helpful books. Cut back, pause, or quit with tasty options!
Kids List 1
A PLAYground Festival Workshop
Apr 24th | 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Northwestern University's Purple Crayon Players presents special preview performances from their 18th Annual PLAYground Festival.
Kids Timely Lists
Star Wars Day at the Library
May 4th, All day
May the 4th be with you! Join Wookies, Jedis and Sith Lords to celebrate all things Star Wars at the Main Library.
Children's Event
Stories and Stretches
May 6th | 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Join us as we read stories, sing songs, and practice gentle yoga poses as a family. Perfect for building focus, movement, and mindfulness!
New & Noteworthy
