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 Take a free mini-course with Northwestern emeritus Emile A. Okal, tsunami expert
Throughout Earth's history, few natural phenomena have resulted in such widespread colossal damage and loss of life as tsunamis, caused by volcanos, earthquakes, and even giant meteor strikes. Learn from Northwestern University Professor Emeritus Emile Okal's 40-year career spent studying the physics and geology of tsunamis -- frequently on site from Peru to Samoa, Yemen to Madagascar, and arriving as soon as possible after they strike.
Part of our NU Emeriti Organization free Mini Course Series, this course will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 11 and 18. Readings are distributed before the first class.
 Make your library more equitable and inclusive: Apply to the Racial Equity Task Force today!
The Evanston Public Library’s Racial Equity Task Force is looking for new members to help guide Equity, Diversity and Inclusion efforts at the Library. This task force is devoted to increasing the Library’s outreach and service to underserved residents, particularly those living in Evanston’s 5th, 8th, and 9th wards. Applications are open through Sunday, Oct. 16.
Catch a film this Hispanic Heritage Month!
Hispanic Heritage Month runs September 15 through October 15, and the Evanston Public Library is celebrating with events and programs both at the library and throughout Evanston: Coming up this week:
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Family Movie Day: Encanto. Watch a fun, free screening at the Robert Crown Branch. Sunday, Oct. 9, 2-4 p.m. Details.
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Mexican Cinema Showing: El Esqueleto de la Señora Morales (1960). Join us for a classic Mexican film and snacks. Spanish with English subtitles. Saturday, Oct. 15, 5-6:30 p.m. Details.
Plus, don't forget to check out our 100% Hispanic and 100% American display at the Robert Crown Branch, grab a craft kit at either branch to take home with you, search for Finn and Hada on a scavenger hunt, and pick up your Hispanic/Latinx Business punch card for a chance to win! For the full list of events, visit epl.org/hispanicheritagemonth.
PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS, TEENS & KIDS:
Memory Cafe is back in person Oct. 15!
Memory Cafe is a welcoming space for people with memory changes and their care partners who want to remain active and engaged. Join us this month to celebrate fall colors. Saturday, Oct. 15, 1-2 p.m.
Not able to visit in person? Join us for Virtual Memory Cafe via Zoom on Thursday, Oct. 20, 2-3 p.m.
There's so much happening this month! Join us for:
Game On! - Board Games at the Library Come to learn and play some fun board and card games with friends! For Grades 3-5. Wednesday, Oct. 5, 3-4:30 p.m.
Evanston Repair Café. Come ready to learn and co-repair your bike, jewelry, or small appliance. Saturday, Oct. 8, 10-1 p.m. Sign up for a timeslot.
Fun & Creepy Halloween Pop-Up Cards Book artist Shawn Sheehy, author of Welcome to the Neighborwood and pop-up book Beyond the Sixth Extinction, teaches you how to create your own pop-up cards. Main Library. Tuesday, Oct. 11, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Tuesday Repair Café. At our smaller Tuesday Repair Cafe events, volunteers can spend more time working with you to fix your small appliance/general repair item or sewing/mending project. Tuesday, Oct. 11, 10 -12 p.m. Sign up for a timeslot.
aha! - active healthy aging is a free, monthly group fitness session for older adults ages 60+. Get active with us! Thursday, Oct. 13, 11-12 p.m.
Cookbook & Puzzle Swap Do you have a cookbook that you no longer use? Perhaps a puzzle or two that you've already put together. Even if you don't have a book or puzzle to swap, come on by to grab something. Sunday, Oct. 16: 2-4 p.m.
Opioid Overdose Prevention and Reversal Learn how to recognize opioid disorders, overdose, and the life-saving treatment Narcan in this harm reduction focused seminar. Tuesday, Oct. 18, 12-1:30 p.m.
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LITTLE-KNOWN LIBRARY SERVICES
Write your scariest stories. We have the perfect guides for learning to speak your truth.
High Lights: Writing & Storytelling Workshop with Northlight Theater Writers of all levels are welcome to join this supportive community of writers and storytellers. Participants will generate and share through writing prompts, discussion, and peer feedback. For ages 55 and up. Via Zoom. Tuesday, Oct. 18: 2-3:30 p.m.
Writing in the Face of Fear with Megan Stielstra Experience the power of writing your most personal stories with Megan Stielstra, author of Once I Was Cool and The Wrong Way to Save Your Life. We’ll start with the gut—what do you need to tell, the memories, fascinations, and questions that live not in your head but your bones—and move into craft—how to tell our own experiences in ways that are equally urgent to an audience. Main Library. Thursday, Oct. 20, 6-7:45 p.m.
Write What Scares You - Kicking Off Your Novel with Toya Wolfe Start the story or novel that’s been haunting your soul. Maybe it’s too personal. Maybe you can’t imagine yourself writing anything, because you don’t think you’re a writer yet. Face your fears and get to work, with Toya Wolfe, author of Last Summer on State Street. Main Library. Monday, Oct. 24, 6-7:45 p.m.
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SUPPORT THE LIBRARY
The next PEPL meeting is Monday, Oct. 10!
Love the library? Join the Partners of the Evanston Public Library, a new non-profit organization that supports EPL in its work. Stop by their next meeting Monday, Oct. 10 at 7 p.m. at the Robert Crown Branch for snacks, more information, and a chance to win a PEPL mug! Future meeting dates are Nov. 14 and Dec. 12. |
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BOOK GROUPS AND DISCUSSIONS
 Join us for A Conversation with Jesmyn Ward
Illinois Libraries Present brings the hottest authors right to your living room. Join us for A Conversation with Jesmyn Ward on Wednesday, Oct. 12 at 7 p.m. on Zoom.
Hailed as “the new Toni Morrison” by the American Booksellers Association, two-time National Book Award winner Jesmyn Ward is the author of the acclaimed novel Salvage the Bones and the memoir Men We Reaped. On Oct. 12, she'll discuss how her literary vision and personal experiences address urgent questions about racism and social injustice with us. Register here.
Other book groups happening this month:
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Wider Net Book Group on Monday, Oct. 17, 7-8:30 p.m. will discuss bestseller This is Happiness by Niall Williams.
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Virtual True Crime Book Group on Tuesday, Oct. 25, 7-8:30 p.m. will discuss Written in Bone: Hidden Stories in What We Leave Behind by Sue Black.
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Better Off Read Book Group on Monday, Oct. 31, 6:30-7:45 p.m. will discuss The Three Escapes of Hannah Arendt at the Robert Crown Branch.
...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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