MLK Day of Service at EPL

MLK Day of Service at EPL

Honoring Martin Luther King Jr. at EPL

Each year, Evanston Public Library honors MLK Jr. Day with a spirit of service, learning, and reflection. On the holiday, the Library hosts a Day of Service, inviting the community to come together in the shared work of giving back. All month long curated booklists and thoughtful displays highlight Dr. King’s life, legacy, and enduring call for justice, equity, and community, offering opportunities for all ages to learn, reflect, and take action in ways both big and small.

Art on Display

Art on Display

On display: City of Hope: Resurrection City & The 1968 Poor People's Campaign. Third floor of the Main Library until 2/28.

MLK Day of Service Events

MLK Day of Service 1

Monday Movie: Song Sung Blue

Apr 20th | 5:30pm - 8:00pm
This 2025 feature film dramatizes the life of Mike & Claire Sardina, aka Lightning & Thunder, a Neil Diamond tribute duo from Milwaukee.

MLK Day event 2

Monday Movie: Song Sung Blue

Apr 20th | 5:30pm - 8:00pm
This 2025 feature film dramatizes the life of Mike & Claire Sardina, aka Lightning & Thunder, a Neil Diamond tribute duo from Milwaukee.

MLK Day of Service for Kids

Monday Movie: Song Sung Blue

Apr 20th | 5:30pm - 8:00pm
This 2025 feature film dramatizes the life of Mike & Claire Sardina, aka Lightning & Thunder, a Neil Diamond tribute duo from Milwaukee.

MLK Day of Service 2025 Gallery

Looking Ahead to Black History Month

Sing Your Heart Out

Monday Movie: Song Sung Blue

Apr 20th | 5:30pm - 8:00pm
This 2025 feature film dramatizes the life of Mike & Claire Sardina, aka Lightning & Thunder, a Neil Diamond tribute duo from Milwaukee.

BHM Game Night

Monday Movie: Song Sung Blue

Apr 20th | 5:30pm - 8:00pm
This 2025 feature film dramatizes the life of Mike & Claire Sardina, aka Lightning & Thunder, a Neil Diamond tribute duo from Milwaukee.

Kids Books to Celebrate the Life and Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Kids Books to honor the Life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Get inspired with these books on the lasting impact of MLK Jr. and the Civil Rights Movement.
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