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Books & Brews
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Tuesday, December 10 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Add to Calendar2024-12-10 19:00:002024-12-10 20:30:00America/ChicagoBooks & BrewsJoin us for Books & Brews. We will meet in-person at Consume in Lake Zurich. Contact readers@eapl.org with questions. Consume -
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.
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.
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+.
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+.
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
Dress in your best to ring in the new... more
Dress in your best to ring in the new year with friends at the library! Help us count down to a mid-day balloon drop and celebrate with crafts, music and games!
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!
Local photographer Don Frazier returns to the library for a night of headshots for all your social media and job search needs. College and high school students are welcome.
Local photographer Don Frazier returns to the library for a night of headshots for all your social media and job search needs. College and high school students are welcome.
Join us for a one-shot Dungeons & Dragons adventure perfect for beginners. Dive into a world of imagination, teamwork, and fun. No experience is necessary.
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)
Join storyteller Paddy Lynn in this... more
Join storyteller Paddy Lynn in this interactive program where you will transform into griffins, faeries, and more while putting your creativity and storytelling skills to the test!
Join storyteller Paddy Lynn in this interactive program where you will transform into griffins, faeries, and more while putting your creativity and storytelling skills to the test!
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 - 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 - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
Slither on over to the library for a... more
Slither on over to the library for a funny and educational reptile show! Register to reserve your family's tickets, then pick up your tickets at the Children's Desk the morning of the event.
Registration opens Thursday, January 2 2025 at 9:00am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room B (R186)
There's no sitting still in this lively... more
There's no sitting still in this lively storytime! Together we'll enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes all selected to engage your active toddler. For ages 18-35 months with an adult.
Registration opens Thursday, January 2 2025 at 9:00am