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 Visit McGaw YMCA for free next week with your library card
To celebrate National Read a Book Day (Tuesday, Sept. 6), the McGaw YMCA and Evanston Public Library are inviting adults 18 and older to use their library cards to enjoy free visits to the McGaw YMCA, 1000 Grove Street, Sept. 6-11.
Register now, then bring your library card, State ID, and proof of COVID-19 vaccination to your visit.
Don’t have a library card? There’s never been a better time to sign up! Drop by either library branch today to get your card, grab a book for the treadmill, and gear up for a healthy mind and body this fall.
 We're closed Monday, but you can check out a book anyway.
The Evanston Public Library will be closed on Monday, Sept. 5, in honor of Labor Day.
Need new reading material for your long weekend? Don't worry -- we've got you covered! Check out our downloadable collection, where library cardholders can find great books, films and more for free. Download or stream them straight to your phone, tablet or eReader using Hoopla or Libby.
PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS, TEENS & KIDS:
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September is Suicide Prevention Month
One of the most common misconceptions about suicide is that talking about it will plant the idea for a person who is not already contemplating it. In fact, starting conversations about suicide and other difficult and stigmatized topics can help people get the help they need. Join Allison Herman of Hope for the Day to learn helpful language around these topics, why we tend to say “we’re fine” when we’re not, and how to build a community that fosters proactive environments. Tuesday, September 13, 7-8 p.m. on Zoom. Register.
Join us for these other programs, too:
Take a Walk on the Wild Side: Permaculture and the Food Forest Join a small group tour on a walk through the Eggleston Park Food Forest to learn about and see permaculture in action. Saturday, Sept. 10, 10-11:30 a.m.
Plant Swap Bring a cutting in a small container to swap with other plant lovers and discuss the joys of being a plant parent. Saturday, Sept.10, 2-5 p.m. at EPL's Robert Crown Branch.
DJ Fundamentals Learn the fundamentals of DJing and turntablism with our own DJ Oz. The perfect intro class for teens. Sunday, Sept. 18, 1-2:30 p.m. in The Loft.
Puzzle Swap Bring your finished or unwanted puzzles and cozy up with something new! Sunday, Sept. 18, 1-4 p.m. at EPL's Robert Crown Branch Library.
Evaluating Health Information on the Internet Learn how to find trustworthy health information online. Tuesday, Sept. 20, 11-12:30 p.m. on Zoom.
Affordable Housing Information Session Find affordable housing opportunities in Evanston and learn how to qualify and get on the waiting list, Community Partners for Affordable Housing will be available to help with pre-applications. Tuesday, Sept. 20, 6-7 p.m. at EPL's Robert Crown Branch. Drop in.
BOOK GROUPS AND DISCUSSIONS
 There's still time to sign up for this year's Mission Impossible, a yearlong book club tackling epic works. This year, we'll be discussing Naguib Mahfouz' The Cairo Trilogy. Sign up for a group!
Here's what else we're discussing this month:
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History Book Group on Monday, Sept. 12, 6-7 p.m., will be discussing The Empire of Neccessity, by Greg Grandin.
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A Conversation with Marlee Matlin: From Oscar to West Wing and Beyond. In celebration of Deaf Awareness Month, Marlee Matlin joins Illinois Libraries Present to share the highs and lows of her Hollywood career and journeys as an activist. Wednesday, Sept. 14, 7 p.m. ASL translation available. Register.
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Graphic Novel Book Club for Kids! on Saturday, Sept. 17, 3-4 p.m., will discuss The Sinking of the Titanic, 1912, from the popular historical fiction series I Survived. Stop by the children's desk to pick up a copy to read beforehand. Open to Evanston residents or D65 students, for grades 3-5.
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LITTLE-KNOWN LIBRARY SERVICES
Art & Reading classes for adults
We're launching Grow Share Belong, a series of weekly classes for creative adults who may have missed out on critical learning. The classes are taught by an artist and an adult literacy specialist. If you or someone you know would enjoy growing as an artist and a reader, sign up! Classes meet Fridays 10-11:30 a.m. Sept. 30-Nov. 11.
Watch this short video to learn more. To sign up, call (847) 448-8635, come to 3rd floor desk at the Main Library, or visit epl.org/artsandreading.
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SUPPORT THE LIBRARY
Beer and yoga for a good cause Sept. 17 at Temperance
Voted one of Chicago Magazine's Best of Chicago, the Temperance Trikonasana series brings Jenny Arrington's “Rebel Human Way” class to the Temperance Beer Co. brewery for a good cause. Do some yoga, have some beer, and learn about everything going on at EPL. Tickets are $30 and 100% of your ticket fee will go directly to supporting the library.
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Join the PEPL on Sept. 12
The Partners of the Evanston Public Library (PEPL) is a new non-profit, 501(c)3 organization whose mission is to support the Evanston Public Library in its work. PEPL, an independent group, will meet on Sept. 12 at 7 p.m. at the Robert Crown Branch for all who are interested in joining, supporting and volunteering with them. Check out the PEPL site for more.
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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 updates.
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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