Kids

Blueberry Awards

The annual Blueberry Awards honor children’s literature that strengthens kids’ connections with nature and fosters action for the planet.

Singsong

Mar 15th | 11:00am - 11:30am
Join Miss Jess for a fun, once a month, drop-in set of songs and hear her play multiple stringed instruments! Best for kids 6 months and up.

Hearts of Readers, part of a series

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

Celebrate Women's History

Scientists, artists, politicians, engineers... meet some of the tenacious women who forged paths ahead for those who follow.

Anytime Activities for Kids

Challenge your young ones in a scavenger hunt, attempt to solve the mystery of the guessing jar or craft together. Themes change each month!

Sign-up for our Children's Newsletter!Sign-up for our Children's Newsletter!

Get the latest news about Children's events and activities right to your inbox!

Get the latest news about Children's events and activities right to your inbox!

Upcoming Events

Spring Break Spa Day

Mar 24th | 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Start off Spring Break with a relaxing Spa Day! Get a free lineup from a licensed barber, craft, watch a movie, and enjoy some snacks!

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

Creativebug: Stay cozy and get crafty!

Imagine one place where you can find thousands of virtual classes taught by top designers and artists. That place is Creativebug.

Hoopla Kids Mode

Hoopla Kids Mode offers adults and their children kid-friendly digital content from eBooks, 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!

Kids' Homework Help

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

Visit a museumVisit a museum

Reserve a museum pass for free or reduced-price entry to museums museums, science centers, sporting events, zoos, theaters and more.

Staff Picks

New & Noteworthy Children's Books March 2025

Check out these great new books for children! Recommended ages and grades from the publishers' websites.

Celebrating our Cultures: Movies

Celebrating cultures and film makers from around the world! Featuring films that got positive reviews from members of the communities.

When memory changes

An assortment of books to help young readers understand Alzheimer's and dementia.

Celebrate Women's History

Scientists, artists, politicians, engineers... meet some of the tenacious women who forged paths ahead for those who follow.

New Arrivals

Back to Top