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Proof of vaccination is still required to enter the library during the current COVID-19 surge. Learn more.
This upcoming week the Library will host two special health and wellness programs geared towards addressing issues faced by the Black community and communities of color.
The Flavor of Defeat: How Big Tobacco is Still Winning and What We Can Do About It: After the sweeping defeats Big Tobacco faced in the 1990s, the industry has adapted its tactics to continue targeting youth and communities of color to initiate smoking to ensure a new generation of lifelong customers. Local anti-tobacco advocates will share results of a recent study demonstrating how these national trends are playing out in Evanston. Conversation will follow. Wed., Feb. 16, 7 p.m. Register.
Antiracist Birthwork and Antiracist Outcomes: Join us for an evening with Chicago Volunteer Doulas, Inc., a birth justice organization providing provides comprehensive doula care throughout the Chicagoland community, including birth and postpartum programs and the first-of-its-kind peer doula program at Logan Correctional Facility. The organization's executive director will discuss racial disparities in birth outcomes and how we can help dismantle the systems that oppress and harm Black mothers and mothers of color. Thur., Feb. 17, 6 p.m. Register.
The Library's programming in honor of Black History Month continues all month long and highlights the contributions of Black Americans past and present.
An Evening with Jasmine Guillory
 Join us for a lively evening with bestselling author Jasmine Guillory. Dubbed one of romance’s brightest new voices, she’ll discuss her newest novel, While We Were Dating and the modern rom-com. Author Morgan Rogers (Honey Girl) will join her in conversation. This event is made possible by Illinois Libraries Present, a statewide collaboration between public libraries offering high-quality events. Co-sponsored by Bookends & Beginnings Bookstore. Wed., Feb. 16, 7 p.m. Register.
Jasmine Guillory is a writer, lawyer and New York Times bestselling author of six romance novels, including The Wedding Date, The Proposal, and While We Were Dating. NPR called The Proposal, “Rollicking, charming, and infinitely zesty.” Her work has appeared in O, The Oprah Magazine, Cosmopolitan, Bon Appetit, and Time.
Morgan Rogers is a queer Black millennial. She writes books for queer girls who are looking for their place in the world. She lives in Maryland with her pets. "Honey Girl" is her debut novel.
PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS, TEENS & KIDS: VALENTINE'S EDITION
Love is in the air! Join us for a craft program or activity happening this Valentine's Day week at the Library:
K-9 Valentine: Treats for Dogs and Kids: Walk your dog over to the back door of the Robert Crown Library, call us at (847) 448-8101, and we will come out and greet your best K-9 with a book and some treats! Can't wait to see you! Register and sign up for a 15-minute time slot. Sat., Feb. 12, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Valentine's Day Heart-Felt Craft: Celebrate Valentine's Day with a fun grab-and-go sewing craft, suitable for anyone 8 and up! Come to the Robert Crown Library Feb. 7-18 to pick yours up. No registration required!
Make Your Own Valentine's Day Paper Circuit Card: Learn about circuits with this fun, exciting kit! You will be creating your own Valentine’s Day card that lights up! This craft is recommended for ages 8 and up! Kits will be available for pickup from Robert Crown and Main Library Branches now while supplies last.
I LOVE YOU OODLES Valentines Craft. For kids 7 and younger, come to the Main Library or to Robert Crown Branch Library to pick up our simple craft kit! Available now while supplies last.
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SHARE YOUR #LIBRARYLOVE
There are lots of ways you can show your love to the library this month!
Make a donation. Make a gift of $100 or more and we'll put a bookplate in one of the books in our collection in honor of a loved one. (It's the perfect Valentine.)
Tag us! When you finish one of your amazing Valentine's Day crafts, tag us on Instagram or Facebook with #EPLlove so we can show you handiwork to the world!
Volunteer. There's no better way to show your love than giving your time.
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LITTLE-KNOWN LIBRARY SERVICES
 Evanston Repair Cafe this weekend
Our handy volunteers will work to bring your broken items back to life—for free! Sign up here for a designated time slot to get help fixing your broken appliances, sewing your textiles or garments, diagnosing your electronics, fixing minor issues on your bike, and more! Co-sponsored with Citizens' Greener Evanston. Sat., Feb. 12, 10 a.m.
PICK 3! BLACK MENTAL HEALTH
This week's Pick 3 features authors and stories that address the mental health struggles of Black Americans that are too often overlooked or ignored.
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The Unapologetic Guide To Black Mental Health: Navigate an Unequal System, Learn Tools for Emotional Wellness and Get the Help You Deserve by Rheeda Walker, PhD (Book, eBook, eAudiobook): Psychologist and professor Rheeda Walker offers a exploration of Black mental health, and provides a much-needed guide to getting the care you need and deserve.
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Standing in the Shadows: Understanding and Overcoming Depression in Black Men by John Head (Book): Weaving together a story of his lifelong struggle with depression with a cultural examination of how mental illness is perceived in the Black community, John Head advocates to end the silent suffering of Black men.
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(Mis)diagnosed: How Bias Distorts Our Perception of Mental Health by Jonathan Foiles (Book, eBook): Jonathan Foiles sheds light on troubling examples of bias in mental health, and he offers a guide to how we might create a more just therapeutic future for everyone.
For more on Black health and wellness, sign up and attend our programs Antiracist Birthwork and Antiracist Outcomes and The Flavor of Defeat: How Big Tobacco is Still Winning and What We Can Do About It.
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...BUT WAIT, THERE'S MORE!
Don't forget our digital collection. No need for Netflix and Audible -- the library is free and open online 24/7 for eBooks and eAudiobooks, Streaming Movies and TV, and eMagazines.
Stop by! Check current hours and COVID-19 restrictions.
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