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Monday Night Movie Night
2024-12-23 18:00:002024-12-23 20:00:00America/ChicagoMonday Night Movie NightDrop by the Teen Lounge to watch a movie on select Monday Nights. All movies start at 6pm.Ela Area Public Library -
Monday, December 23 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Add to Calendar2024-12-23 18:00:002024-12-23 20:00:00America/ChicagoMonday Night Movie NightDrop by the Teen Lounge to watch a movie on select Monday Nights. All movies start at 6pm.Ela Area Public Library -
Join us in our Fabric Workshop Day. Use our spacious meeting room to work on your quilting projects! Sewing machines, cutting mats, iron and sewing notions will be available for use.
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
Create your own designs or try one of our... more
Create your own designs or try one of our challenges. Work on your own or as a team. However you like to build, we'll supply the bricks, and you supply the imagination!
Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room
Amy, a librarian with Autism Level 1... more
Amy, a librarian with Autism Level 1 hosts a neurodiverse meetup group at the library. Open to adults 18+ with Autism, ADHD, or otherwise identify as neurodiverse.
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room B (R186)
Join us for a bilingual English/Spanish... more
Join us for a bilingual English/Spanish storytime featuring stories, songs, and crafts! You do not need to know how to speak Spanish as we will learn simple vocabulary words together.
Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room
This monthly drop-in event provides... more
This monthly drop-in event provides information and support to those in a caregiving role. For further information please contact Lisa Gaggiano at Ela Township 55+ (847) 438-9160.
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
Get ready to roar, hiss, and shout out... more
Get ready to roar, hiss, and shout out BINGO! at this family-friendly game full of fantastical creatures! Games are ongoing; drop by for friendly competition and a chance to win awesome prizes!
Yoga is for every body! Join instructor Isabel Raci in a gentle seated yoga and meditation session, perfect for seniors and those with limited mobility. Attend any or all sessions.
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
Local chef and cooking instructor Susan... more
Local chef and cooking instructor Susan Maddox returns to share her favorite desserts for the holiday season. Recipes included and samples served. Space is limited.
Registration opens Sunday, December 1 2024 at 12:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A (R187)
Create your own magical world! Have fun... more
Create your own magical world! Have fun customizing a terrarium habitat for your very own mini mythic creature using artificial plants, pebbles, moss, and more.
Registration opens Sunday, December 1 2024 at 12:00pm
Join us for a night with critically-acclaimed
comic artist, Raina Telgemeier! Raina is the
author and illustrator of the graphic novels
Smile, Drama, Sisters, Ghosts and Guts.
At this STEM workshop, you'll build a moving sea serpent automata using cardboard and recycled materials. This hands-on program encourages creativity while exploring the mechanics of motion.
Registration opens Sunday, December 1 2024 at 12:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Forge Makerspace Room (R168)
Join us in our Quilt talks meeting to... more
Join us in our Quilt talks meeting to discuss and learn about fabrics and quilt making.
All skill levels are welcome, "Show and tell" is always a fun feature! (R)
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
Calling on-the-go babies and toddlers!... more
Calling on-the-go babies and toddlers! Whether your little one is crawling, walking, running, or something in between, stop in for a fun challenge to help develop their motor and sensory skills.
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
Calling on-the-go babies and toddlers!... more
Calling on-the-go babies and toddlers! Whether your little one is crawling, walking, running, or something in between, stop in for a fun challenge to help develop their motor and sensory skills.
People experiencing memory loss due to Alzheimer's disease or other cognitive issues are invited to attend with care partners. For questions call BACOA at 847 381-5030.
Prepare for finals in a relaxed environment and study with friends. Snacks for brain fuel will be provided. The teen librarian will be there to direct teens to library resources.
Join Lynette Reiner, science director at McKinley Presidential Library and Museum, as we explore what lost cities are, through ancient ruins, myths, legends, and folklore.
Registration opens Sunday, December 1 2024 at 12:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A (R187)
Get your hands messy in this fun... more
Get your hands messy in this fun workshop! We provide the recipe and ingredients for kids and their adults to make squishy slime in this hands-on class. Dress for a mess.
Registration opens Sunday, December 1 2024 at 12:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
Create an adorable baby dragon with... more
Create an adorable baby dragon with Natasha Lehrer Lewis, of Esther’s Place! Walk through the process of using wool to sculpt a 4” tall figurine with needle felting. Ages 12+.
Registration opens Sunday, December 1 2024 at 12:00pm
Create an adorable baby dragon with Natasha Lehrer Lewis, of Esther’s Place! Walk through the process of using wool to sculpt a 4” tall figurine with needle felting. Ages 12+.
Registration opens Sunday, December 1 2024 at 12:00pm