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Proof of vaccination is still required to enter the library during the current COVID-19 surge. Learn more.
Come one, come all—The Cardboard Carnival is back in town!
The Cardboard Carnival is a free series of citywide challenges for District 65 students and Evanston residents in grades 5-8. Through coding and constructing a 3-D cardboard arcade game, participating kids learn about the engineering design process, strengthen their interest in STEM, and build valuable problem-solving skills. Supply kits will be loaned out for free and available for pickup—the only thing participants need to supply is cardboard.
The Carnival kicks off Saturday, Feb. 26, and registration is open until Sunday, March 20. Sign up here. The challenge culminates in a community showcase Saturday, April 9, when participating students will present their finished work to friends and family and be awarded prizes in a raffle.
 EPL Children's Librarian heads committee to select Children's Literature Legacy Award Winner
The Evanston Public Library is proud to announce that its very own Children's Librarian Brian E. Wilson directed the national committee to select this year’s Children’s Literature Legacy Award Winner.
The Children’s Literacy Legacy Award celebrates authors and illustrators whose body of work over their lifetime has had a profound impact on children’s literature in the United States. This year’s award went to Grace Lin, author of more than 40 children’s books.
“Chairing gave me the unforgettable chance to work with four dedicated and insightful children's literature lovers from all around the country,” he said. “We spent hours reading great books by several amazing nominees, researching their careers, and then discussing our contenders via monthly Zoom meetings.”
PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS, TEENS & KIDS:
Grab-and-Go Puzzle Swap: The Robert Crown Branch is hosting a Grab-and-Go Puzzle Swap! Bring your finished or unwanted puzzles and cozy up with something new! Sign up to come in individually for a 15-minute time slot at Crown to exchange or pick-up a puzzle. Spots are limited to two people per time slot to ensure social distancing. Feb. 18-20. Register.
Law at the Library: Buying and Selling a Home: Each Law at the Library program features a presentation on Zoom by an experienced attorney, followed by a Q&A. This time, we'll cover selecting a realtor or attorney, the rights of buyers and sellers, and the best time to sell or purchase a home. This program is presented in partnership with the Chicago Bar Association and the Chicago Public Library. Tuesday, Feb. 22, 6 p.m. Register.
Presidents' Day Weekend BINGO! Join in the Presidents' Day Weekend fun! Come to the Main Library or the Robert Crown Branch Library for a Bingo Card starting Monday, Feb. 14. Then, hunt down as many references to presidents around Evanston that you can find. Turn in your completed bingo card at either library location by Feb. 28 and get your free presidential bookmark! Plus, get entered to win a Family Membership at the Evanston History Center in the Charles Gates Dawes House, a $55 value! (He was the Vice President of the United States, too.)
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BLACK HISTORY MONTH PROGRAMMING CONTINUES
 The Library's programming in honor of Black History Month continues all month long and highlights the contributions of Black Americans past and present. Here are a few upcoming events:
A Celebration of Black Cinema and More: In celebration of Black History Month, stop by any EPL location on Monday, Feb. 21, for some cinematic activities you can do at home or join in virtually at the end of the month. We'll have Black movies out on display complete with popcorn, discussion questions and suggestions for what to watch next (while supplies last). For all ages. Monday, Feb. 21, all day.
Evanston Black History Scavenger Hunt: Walk through the Main Children's Room or the Robert Crown Branch Library to learn about Evanston's Black History. Twelve hidden pictures. One clue sheet in your hand. How many pictures can you find? How much of our history will you learn? Continuing all month: More information.
Virtual Black History Game Night: Test your knowledge of Black History for the chance to win fun prizes-all from the comfort of your own home! The topics of this family friendly game will range from sports to science, leaders to poems, movies to food and everything in between. Friday, Feb. 25, 6:30 p.m.: Register.
BOOK GROUPS AND AUTHOR EVENTS
 NEW! All We Can Save Circle Book Group: In this Climate Action program, we'll share our thoughts and feelings around the climate crisis, and how we use it as an opportunity to build better, more sustainable, equitable and compassionate communities. Wednesday, March 9, 7 p.m. Register.
LITTLE-KNOWN LIBRARY SERVICES
Laptop Vending Machines
Need a computer? Check out the Evanston Public Library Laptop Vending Machine, located on the south wall outside of the Robert Crown Branch Library, inside the Crown Community Center. Borrow a laptop for up to 14 days. Laptop checkout is available all hours the community center is open, 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily, even when the library is closed. All you need to check out is an Evanston Library card in good standing. Learn more here!
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PICK 3! BLACK WOMEN LEADERS
This week's Pick 3 features stories about extraordinary Black Women who've blazed trails in a wide variety of fields.
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50 Billion Dollar Boss: African American Women Sharing Stories of Success in Entrepreneurship and Leadership by Kathey Porter (book): This book looks at several successful African American women and chronicles their success, obstacles, challenges, and lessons learned. The authors have first person access to each of these women and break down their stories to help other aspiring entrepreneurs achieve their dreams of starting or owning their own business.
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Conversations in Black: On Power, Politics, and Leadership edited by Ed Gordon (book): Hard-hitting, thought-provoking, and inspiring, Conversations in Black offers sage wisdom for navigating race in a radically divisive America. With help from his mighty team of black intelligentsia, veteran journalist Ed Gordon creates hope and a timeless new narrative on what the future of black leadership should look like and how we can get there.
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She Did That, a film by Renae Bluitt (DVD, streaming): This film explores the passionate pursuits of Black women entrepreneurs. It is a timely documentary that offers a peek inside the lives of Black women committed to opening doors for future generations.
Want to learn about more black women leaders? Join us on Zoom on Thursday, Feb. 24, at 7 p.m. when Dr. Ava Thompson Greenwell will discuss her new book Ladies Leading: The Black Women Who Control Television News. Register today!
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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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HEALTH AND WELLNESS
Free HIV/STI Screening: Staff from Howard Brown Health will be onsite at the Main Library offering free HIV/STI screening on Tuesday, February 22, from 3 to 7 p.m. Services include HIV prevention counseling, rapid HIV screening (finger prick), and confidential syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia screening. Drop in.
Memory Cafe: Experience a weekly, virtual social hour for people on the memory loss spectrum and their care partners. Each week is a different theme including: music, armchair travel, brain games, and more. Thursday, Feb. 24, 2 p.m. Register.
...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.
Sign up for more news and information. Get library news for kids, teens, Spanish-speakers, job-seekers and more! We have a variety of newsletters on different topics. Check out our e-publications and sign up for those that interest you.
Become a library supporter. A gift to the EPL is a gift that benefits the entire Evanston community. Make a donation to support EPL’s collection building, digital content, programs, and more. Thank you!
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