Adults

Finding the Clues: Then and Now with Steve Burns

Sep 16th | 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online Event
Join us for a nostalgic and intimate hour with Emmy-nominated actor Steve Burns, best known as ‘Steve’ from the beloved show Blue’s Clues.

Death Café

Aug 18th | 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Death Café offers individuals a place to gather together to discuss various topics related to death in a safe environment without judgment.

Mission Impossible: Thomas Mann

Mission Impossible is EPL’s year‑long October‑May reading program tackling one challenging author. This year: Thomas Mann. Join us!

Language Cafe

Join us for language conversation practice and intercultural exchange.

Upcoming Events

Featured Event

Cookbook & Puzzle Swaps

Do you have a cookbook or puzzle that you no longer use? Even if you don't, come on by to grab something. Offered twice a month.

Adult Events List

Donate to the LibraryDonate to the Library

Your gift supports equitable access to the diverse programs and collections that build a more engaged and connected Evanston. 

Older Adults

Understand the Maze of Medicare

Learn the A. B. C's and Part D's and ask questions from a Medicare expert. Sessions are held monthly.

Books on Wheels

If you can't get to the library because of an illness or disability, we'll come to you! Learn more and sign up for Books on Wheels.
Older adults doing chair yoga at the Robert Crown Center

Programs for Healthy Aging

Stay mentally and physically fit at any age with our series of healthy aging programs.

Older Adult Art Workshops

Join us for a variety of art workshops for those 55 and better. All materials provided.

Get matched with a book!Get matched with a book!

Tell us what books for adults you like (and don't!) and our librarians will recommend your next favorite book. 

Tell us what books for adults you like (and don't!) and our librarians will recommend your next favorite book. 

Learn at the Library

LearningExpress Library

Your source for test preparation, skill building, and career resources for students, educators, and adult learners.

Learn Languages at the Library

Do want learn a new language? Maybe you have previous language skills you want to brush up on? The library can help!

1:1 Tech Trainers

Our expert tech trainers are available to assist you with a wide range of topics. Available in English and Spanish.

Virtual Memory Cafe

Join us at Virtual Memory Cafe for an online community of those experiencing memory changes and their care partners.

What to Read or Watch

Back to School!

Here are a few movies and television shows set in schools.

Back to School, Dark Academia Style...

Here are some fantasy books with academic backgrounds and settings, where you'll need more than a No. 2 pencil to survive!

Good Old School Days

For those feeling nostalgic about going off to boarding school... even if you've never left home.

Booker Prize 2025 Longlist

The 2025 Booker Prize longlist is out! Chosen from 150+ English-language titles published in the UK/Ireland between Oct 2024–Sept 2025.
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