 Outreach from Evanston Public Library to young children beyond the walls of our library locations is a daily (and sometimes nightly) endeavor that involves at least 16 community partnerships.
Pictured: Children's Outreach Librarian Laura Antolin plays Pizza at the Family Center at JEH Early Childhood Center using the curriculum Literacy Education at Play (LEAP). LEAP focuses on building early math, language and writing skills through play.
Read more about how the Library reaches Evanston children where they are with opportunities to develop early literacy skills and build connections to the Library.
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 Now that the holidays and winter days are upon us, many of us think more about food. A to Z World Food is an enormous food database that includes recipes and food culture articles organized by 174 different countries and contains more than 6,000 recipes. Why not take a delicious trip around the world through your very own kitchen?
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 The Evanston Public Library hosts the Read-Ability book group, a group for adults with cognitive disabilities. Meetings take place on Mondays from 5 to 6 pm at the Main Library. Each session is devoted to one book. Read more.
According to group member Claudia Joehl, “I initially got involved through Center for Independent Futures (CIF). I look forward to seeing what happens in the books we read and talking about it in the book club. I like being part of a group of people who like to share what they think about things."
A new session begins in January. For more information or to join this group, contact Jeny Wasilewski Mills at jwasilewski@cityofevanston.org.
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Kindergartners from six District 65 schools will hand write and deliver envelopes to stuffed animals throughout the library this Saturday at Post Office Play Dates, a program developed by library staff to welcome all D65 kindergartners to the library. Other elements in this wonderful web of programs, funded by Foundation 65, include a free book bag and easy reader for every kindergartner and a tour of the EPL Children's Room for every kindergarten class. |
 The Evanston Public Library relies heavily on every contribution from staff, donors, and volunteers. We all play a role in making this library all that it can be. We partner with more than 120 Evanston organizations to broaden the reach of our limited budget. Volunteers like Michael help the Library go farther and serve more. When you make a contribution to the Fund for Excellence, you join volunteers like Michael in a commitment to provide needed programs, resources, and experiences that serve people within and beyond the Library's walls. Together we are Evanston Public Library. Please make your contribution today.
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Three Continents of Holiday Music. Enjoy Jutta & the Hi-Dukes eclectic and spirited versions of Christmas and Hanukkah songs from the Greek, French, Danish, Bosnian, New Mexican, Swedish, German, Mexican, American, and Latin traditions.Tuesday, December 18, 6:30 to 8:00 pm, Community Meeting Room, Main Library.
Family Movie Night. Check out our complete schedule of free family movies this month.
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 Bingo @ CAMS! We'll be using our state fair BINGO set. Get ready to have some fun! Monday, December 24, 1 pm, Chicago Ave./Main St. Branch.
Family Trivia @ North Branch. Bring the whole family for book-related trivia. Friday, December 28, 4 pm, North Branch
Winter Carnival @ CAMS. Enjoy a variety of games and activities without the chill. Ages 7 & up. Friday, December 28, 4 pm, Chicago Ave./Main St. Branch
Cards for Kids in the Hospital. Design cheerful greeting cards for kids in the hospital over the holidays. Spread joy with a card crafted by you! All ages.Saturday, December 29, 11 am at North Branch or 2 pm at Chicago Ave./Main St. Branch.
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 Jammie Time! Come to the library in jammies. Listen to stories and sing songs! No registration required. For ages 2 to 9. Thursday, December 20, 6:30 to 7 pm, Main Library
Preschool Music and Movement with Baker Demonstration School. Bring your preschoolers to this fun, interactive music class led by favorite teachers from Baker Demonstration School! Friday, December 14, 9:30 am, Main Library
Celebrate Happy "Noon" Year. Enjoy a special storytime for the littlest ones with a New Year's countdown just for them. Monday, December 31, 11:30 am, North Branch or Chicago Ave./Main St. Branch.
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 Memory Cafe. Memory Cafes are enrichment activities for people on the memory loss spectrum and their care partners. This month, join the Art Institute of Chicago and CJE SeniorLife for Art in the Moment. Registration encouraged at 847-864-7274 or at info@sasiathome.org. Saturday, December 15, 1 to 3 pm, Falcon Room, Main Library.
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 ACA Open Enrollment. Meet with a state-certified navigator for assistance with health insurance enrollment. Please bring driver's license/state ID, income and household member info. Appointment recommended. Call 773-519-3632 or email fuflans@gmail.com. Enrollment deadline: December 15. Saturday, December 15, 11 am to 4 pm, Newberry Room, Main Library.
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