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 - Adult Computer Lab (R202)
Tables, borders, backgrounds & WordArt... more
Tables, borders, backgrounds & WordArt allow users to create custom designs that make their documents pop. Learn how to use these tools to spruce up your own creations. Registration opens Feb. 1.
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 - Adult Computer Lab (R202)
Learn how to navigate and search this... more
Learn how to navigate and search this underutilized genealogy web site available exclusively to libraries and enjoy some personal research time with guided instruction.
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.
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
Young children will explore the world... more
Young children will explore the world through stories, songs, and crafts specifically selected for their developmental stage. For ages 3-5 with an adult.
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 - Children's Program Room B (R186)
So much more than stories! Join us for... more
So much more than stories! Join us for lots of movement and smiles as we share songs and rhymes chosen specifically for little ones age 0-17 months with an adult.
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room B (R186)
So much more than stories! Join us for... more
So much more than stories! Join us for lots of movement and smiles as we share songs and rhymes chosen specifically for little ones age 0-17 months with an adult.
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
Join us for this special after hours... more
Join us for this special after hours event! Enjoy visiting staff at different stations on the first floor to hear about amazing cookbooks, hot new fiction, and delectable memoirs and non-fiction.
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
Registration opens January 1, 2025. Call... more
Registration opens January 1, 2025. Call to schedule your appointment 224-326-0605. AARP Foundation Tax-Aide provides tax assistance to anyone, free of charge. Saturdays only.
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.
Ela Area Public Library - Forge Makerspace Room (R168)
Learn to use a sewing machine and create... more
Learn to use a sewing machine and create a simple project. All materials and equipment provided. Due to high interest, registration is limited to one class per person per season. For ages 14+
Ela Area Public Library - Adult Computer Lab (R202)
Learn how to use PowerPoint's features to... more
Learn how to use PowerPoint's features to add and delete slides, change slide layouts, format text, select themes, & add graphics to a presentation. Registration opens Feb. 1.
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 - 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.
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
Young children will explore the world... more
Young children will explore the world through stories, songs, and crafts specifically selected for their developmental stage. For ages 3-5 with an adult.
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)
Celebrate Pride with creativity and fun by decorating heart-shaped cookies with vibrant colors and designs. Express your artistic side, connect with others, and enjoy delicious treats!
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room B (R186)
So much more than stories! Join us for... more
So much more than stories! Join us for lots of movement and smiles as we share songs and rhymes chosen specifically for little ones age 0-17 months with an adult.
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room B (R186)
So much more than stories! Join us for... more
So much more than stories! Join us for lots of movement and smiles as we share songs and rhymes chosen specifically for little ones age 0-17 months with an adult.
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
Registration opens January 1, 2025. Call... more
Registration opens January 1, 2025. Call to schedule your appointment 224-326-0605. AARP Foundation Tax-Aide provides tax assistance to anyone, free of charge. Saturdays only.
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.
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
Cookies by Em will supply the cookies. We... more
Cookies by Em will supply the cookies. We will share decorating top and tricks. Then you can design and decorate your own cute, delicious cookies! Register once for your whole family.
Celebrate Black History Month by watching a powerful story highlighting the contributions of Black women who broke barriers at NASA and painting on a pre-drawn outlined canvas. Movie is rated PG.
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
Cookies by Em will supply the cookies. We... more
Cookies by Em will supply the cookies. We will share decorating top and tricks. Then you can design and decorate your own cute, delicious cookies! Register once for your whole family.
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.
Ela Area Public Library - Adult Computer Lab (R202)
Learn how to use the free graphic design... more
Learn how to use the free graphic design website Canva to make marketing materials such as fliers, social media graphics, & even menus and invitations. Registration opens Feb. 1.
Warm up with a cup of cocoa and learn the basics of crochet at this cozy gathering. Whether you're a beginner looking to start or a seasoned crocheter bringing your current project, all are welcome.
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.
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
Young children will explore the world... more
Young children will explore the world through stories, songs, and crafts specifically selected for their developmental stage. For ages 3-5 with an adult.
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room B (R186)
So much more than stories! Join us for... more
So much more than stories! Join us for lots of movement and smiles as we share songs and rhymes chosen specifically for little ones age 0-17 months with an adult.
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room B (R186)
So much more than stories! Join us for... more
So much more than stories! Join us for lots of movement and smiles as we share songs and rhymes chosen specifically for little ones age 0-17 months with an adult.
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
Registration opens January 1, 2025. Call... more
Registration opens January 1, 2025. Call to schedule your appointment 224-326-0605. AARP Foundation Tax-Aide provides tax assistance to anyone, free of charge. Saturdays only.
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
Stop in for a special baby playtime! You... more
Stop in for a special baby playtime! You and your baby can play and explore sensory bins while visiting with other families. Dress for a mess to create a keepsake art project, while supplies last.
Ela Area Public Library - Adult Computer Lab (R202)
Attendees will create a Gmail account,... more
Attendees will create a Gmail account, learn how to perform basic email functions like send, receive & reply to an email, recognize & deal with spam, organize & delete emails & search for messages.
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A (R187)
Lisa Yee's book is full of high-tech... more
Lisa Yee's book is full of high-tech gadgets, humor, and lots of cats. We'll create theft-worthy jewels as we discuss A Royal Conundrum. Snacks will be provided.
Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room
Join us quarterly to discuss a wide range... more
Join us quarterly to discuss a wide range of nonfiction books. In February, we will meet to discuss the 2024 Pulitzer Prize Winning Biography of Ellen and William Craft, who escaped slavery in 1848.
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
Registration opens January 1, 2025. Call... more
Registration opens January 1, 2025. Call to schedule your appointment 224-326-0605. AARP Foundation Tax-Aide provides tax assistance to anyone, free of charge. Saturdays only.
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
Join us for a bilingual English/Spanish... more
Join us for a bilingual English/Spanish storytime featuring stories, songs, and a craft! You do not need to know how to speak Spanish as we will learn simple vocabulary words together.
Join prairie steward and natural history writer Cindy Crosby in a discovery of the fascinating stories associated with the history of bison in Illinois’ “Landscape of Home.”
Registration opens Saturday, March 1 2025 at 9:00am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A (R187)
Learn and practice through play!... more
Learn and practice through play! Preschoolers and their grownups can work on important skills for kindergarten during this drop-in workshop designed just for them.
