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Kids Spotlight

Let the Light In: A Family Healing Circle Event

Dec 20th | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Come together in community for this family-centered healing circle that centers children and their experiences about living in Evanston.

Museum Passes

Go on your favorite museum adventure by requesting museum passes from EPL!

"Anytime Activities" During Winter Break

Dec 11, 2025
Stop by Evanston Public Library during our operating hours to enjoy the following December "anytime" offerings for kids!

Hearts of Readers, part of a series

Misericordia day services adults bring their reading skills to Evanston Public Library for this half-an-hour all-abilities storytime!

Game Play Sunday

Dec 14th | 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Up your problem solving + strategy skills with this once a month offering!

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Upcoming Events

Winter Break Programs

Dec 20th - Jan 5th | 9:00am - 8:00pm
Main & Robert Crown Library Branch
Looking for things for your kids to do over winter break? Visit both library locations for kid-friendly events and activities.

Kids Events Calendar

Get matched with a book!Get matched with a Kid's Book!

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

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

Online Resources for Kids

Kids' Homework Help

Continue the learning outside of school! Access these online resources designed to engage kids' curiousity at various age levels.

Digital Magazines for Young Patrons!

Let the fun and learning begin by checking out these digital magazines using your Libby app!

Hoopla Kids Mode

Hoopla Kids Mode offers adults and their children kid-friendly digital content from eBooks and eAudiobooks to movies, TV shows, and music.

Comics Plus Children's Library

Comics Plus lets you read tons of children's graphic novels, comics, and manga anytime!

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. 

Staff Picks

Picture Books on Emotional Regulation

These reads for children ages 3 to 8 provide guidance, support, and emotional management techniques for those tough times.

New & Noteworthy Children's Books December 2025

Check out these great new books for children! Book descriptions and age/grade recommendations are from the publishers' websites.

Transgender Visibility and Awareness

Celebrate and honor trans and non-binary gender identities through increased visibility and awareness!

Giving Thanks to Community, Family, and Food

These reads for children celebrate family and community traditions that ensure our loved ones and neighbors are fed.

New Arrivals

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