Drop-In Storytime

Science Explorers (ages 3-5)

Sat, Feb 22, 9:00am - 2:00pm

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.

Mon, Feb 24, 10:00am - 11:00am

Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)

Explore the wide world of science! We... more

Explore the wide world of science! We will share fun, hands-on activities and experiments. Dress for a mess.

This event is full

Mon, Feb 24, 5:00pm - 5:15pm

Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room

Attorney Bonnie Weis from Buckley Fine... more

Attorney Bonnie Weis from Buckley Fine Law will answer questions about estate planning.

This event is full

Mon, Feb 24, 5:20pm - 5:35pm

Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room

Attorney Bonnie Weis from Buckley Fine... more

Attorney Bonnie Weis from Buckley Fine Law will answer questions about estate planning.

This event is full

Mon, Feb 24, 5:40pm - 5:55pm

Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room

Attorney Bonnie Weis from Buckley Fine... more

Attorney Bonnie Weis from Buckley Fine Law will answer questions about estate planning.

This event is full

Monday Night Movie Night

Mon, Feb 24, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Ela Area Public Library

Drop by the Teen Lounge to watch a movie... more

Drop by the Teen Lounge to watch a movie on select Monday Nights. All movies start at 6pm.

Mon, Feb 24, 6:00pm - 6:15pm

Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room

Attorney Bonnie Weis from Buckley Fine... more

Attorney Bonnie Weis from Buckley Fine Law will answer questions about estate planning.

This event is full

Mon, Feb 24, 6:20pm - 6:35pm

Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room

Attorney Bonnie Weis from Buckley Fine... more

Attorney Bonnie Weis from Buckley Fine Law will answer questions about estate planning.

This event is full

(ESL) English as a Second Language - Inglés como Segundo Idioma

Mon, Feb 24, 6:40pm - 6:55pm

Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room

Attorney Bonnie Weis from Buckley Fine... more

Attorney Bonnie Weis from Buckley Fine Law will answer questions about estate planning.

This event is full

Tue, Feb 25, 9:15am - 12:00pm

Ela Area Public Library

Free English Classes for adults at the... more

Free English Classes for adults at the library. Clases de inglés gratuitas para adultos en la biblioteca.

Baby Buddies (0-17 months)

Tue, Feb 25, 9:30am - 11:30am

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.

Great Decisions

Tue, Feb 25, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room

Great Decisions is a discussion program... more

Great Decisions is a discussion program on world affairs that meets eight times throughout the year.

Email Basics

Tue, Feb 25, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

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.

(ESL) English as a Second Language - Inglés como Segundo Idioma

Tue, Feb 25, 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Ela Area Public Library

Free English Classes for adults at the... more

Free English Classes for adults at the library. Clases de inglés gratuitas para adultos en la biblioteca.

Kids Book Club (grades 3-5) - A Royal Conundrum

Wed, Feb 26, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

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.

Advanced Mobile Photography Editing

Wed, Feb 26, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room

Creating Art with Your Phone

This event is full

(ESL) English as a Second Language - Inglés como Segundo Idioma

Thu, Feb 27, 9:15am - 12:00pm

Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room B (R117B)

Free English Classes for adults at the... more

Free English Classes for adults at the library. Clases de inglés gratuitas para adultos en la biblioteca.

On the Good Ship Lollipop: The Life of Shirley Temple (Zoom)

Thu, Feb 27, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Ela Area Public Library

Historian Jim Gibbons will discuss the... more

Historian Jim Gibbons will discuss the life and many accomplishments of Shirley Temple, who has warmed the hearts of many across the generations.

(ESL) English as a Second Language - Inglés como Segundo Idioma

Thu, Feb 27, 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room B (R117B)

Free English Classes for adults at the... more

Free English Classes for adults at the library. Clases de inglés gratuitas para adultos en la biblioteca.

Nonfiction Book Club - Master Slave Husband Wife by Ilyon Woo

Thu, Feb 27, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

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.

Library Closed

Fri, Feb 28, All day

Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)

The library is closed today for Staff... more

The library is closed today for Staff Training. We will reopen on Saturday, March 1 at 9am.

Sensory Science (ages 3-5)

Sat, Mar 01, 9:00am - 2:00pm

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.

Senior Scrabble Club

Mon, Mar 03, 10:00am - 12:30pm

Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A (R117A)

Senior adults of all skill levels are... more

Senior adults of all skill levels are welcome. Refreshments and supplies will be provided.

Mon, Mar 03, 10:00am - 10:45am

Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)

Explore the wide world of science! Dress... more

Explore the wide world of science! Dress for a mess as we will share fun, hands-on activities.

Registration opens Saturday, March 1 2025 at 9:00am

Pajama Family Storytime

Mon, Mar 03, 6:00pm - 6:45pm

Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)

Gather the whole family for fun and cozy... more

Gather the whole family for fun and cozy stories, songs, and a collaborative craft. Pajamas are encouraged!

Bilingual Storytime - ¡hora del cuento bilingüe! (ages 2-6)

Tue, Mar 04, 10:30am - 11:15am

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.

Bison Tales and Tall Grass Trails

Tue, Mar 04, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A (R117A)

Join prairie steward and natural history... more

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

Exploring Space with Coralie Adam (Zoom)

Tue, Mar 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

At Your Home

Get an inside look at the space industry... more

Get an inside look at the space industry with Illinois' own Coralie Adam.

Strategies for a Smarter College Search

Tue, Mar 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

At your home

Learn about the revamped ACT and SATs and... more

Learn about the revamped ACT and SATs and how test-optional can be evaluated with national college expert, Heidi King from College Inside Track at this webinar.

Alzheimer's Support Group

Tue, Mar 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

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.

Preschool Playtime (ages 3-5)

Thu, Mar 06, 9:30am - 11:00am

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.

Chair Yoga (Zoom)

Thu, Mar 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Ela Area Public Library

Yoga is for every body! Join instructor... more

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.

Baby Playdate (0-17 months)

Fri, Mar 07, 9:30am - 11:30am

Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room B (R186)

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.

Drop-In Craft - rainbow pop-ups

Sat, Mar 08, 9:00am - 2:00pm

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.

Sun, Mar 09, 12:30pm - 4:00pm

Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A (R187)

Stop by the Children's Department to... more

Stop by the Children's Department to design a unique craft project with the materials provided.

Senior Book Discussion (Zoom and In-Person) - "Demon of Unrest" by Erik Larson

Mon, Mar 10, 9:30am - 10:15am

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 Saturday, March 1 2025 at 9:00am

Mon, Mar 10, 10:00am - 11:30am

Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room

Books are available in large print,... more

Books are available in large print, audio, and regular print formats.

Drop-In Craft - rainbow pop-ups

Mon, Mar 10, 10:30am - 11:00am

Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room B (R186)

Stop by with your kiddo for a casual... more

Stop by with your kiddo for a casual storytime experience.

Mon, Mar 10, 1:00pm - 7:00pm

Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A (R187)

Stop by the Children's Department to... more

Stop by the Children's Department to design a unique craft project with the materials provided.

Social Worker in the Library

Mon, Mar 10, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Ela Area Public Library - Front Lobby (R104)

Stop by to chat or find wellness,... more

Stop by to chat or find wellness, medical, or emergency resources for a family member or yourself.

Rotary Club of Lake Zurich - Rotary Club Meeting

Mon, Mar 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room

Thinking about joining the Rotary Club of... more

Thinking about joining the Rotary Club of Lake Zurich? Come to the meeting and get acquainted. Public is welcome.

Ruth Handler: Her Dream Doll Creation, Barbie

Mon, Mar 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)

Step back in time to 1994, the 35th... more

Step back in time to 1994, the 35th anniversary of Mattel’s bestselling doll Barbie.

Registration opens Saturday, March 1 2025 at 9:00am

Crafternoon (grades K-5) - monogram letter art

Tue, Mar 11, 10:30am - 11:00am

Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room B (R186)

Stop by with your kiddo for a casual... more

Stop by with your kiddo for a casual storytime experience.

Wed, Mar 12, 4:30pm - 5:15pm

Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A (R187)

Enjoy an afternoon of crafting with... more

Enjoy an afternoon of crafting with friends and create your own one-of-a-kind project! We'll have everything you need to create a custom 3D letter collage that you'll be proud to hang in your room!

Registration opens Saturday, March 1 2025 at 9:00am

Slam Dunk Bites for March Madness

Wed, Mar 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)

Get ready for March Madness with some... more

Get ready for March Madness with some tasty foods guaranteed to please any crowd!

Registration opens Saturday, March 1 2025 at 9:00am

Preschool Storytime - Spring Session (ages 3-5)

Thu, Mar 13, 9:30am - 10:15am

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 Saturday, March 1 2025 at 9:00am

Thu, Mar 13, 10:30am - 11:15am

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.

Registration opens Saturday, March 1 2025 at 9:00am

Warm Up Lake Zurich Yarn Group (In-Person)

Thu, Mar 13, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Ela Area Public Library - Forge Makerspace Room (R168)

Join us for our monthly Yarn crafting... more

Join us for our monthly Yarn crafting meetings, have fun & socialize as we knit & crochet & discuss everything yarn. All levels welcome. (R)

Ela Library Quilt Talks (In Person)

Thu, Mar 13, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

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)

Iditarod: The Toughest Sled Dog Race on Earth (Zoom)

Thu, Mar 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

At Your Home

Experience the thrill of the Iditarod... more

Experience the thrill of the Iditarod from the comfort of your home with Josi Shelly, straight from Alaska!

Registration opens Saturday, March 1 2025 at 9:00am

Fri, Mar 14, 9:30am - 10:15am

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.

Registration opens Saturday, March 1 2025 at 9:00am

Fri, Mar 14, 11:00am - 11:45am

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.

Registration opens Saturday, March 1 2025 at 9:00am

Sat, Mar 15, 9:00am - 1:00pm

Ela Area Public Library - Adult Computer Lab (R202)

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.

Mon, Mar 17, 9:30am - 10:15am

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 Saturday, March 1 2025 at 9:00am

Office Hours with Rep Syed - Meet your Representative

Mon, Mar 17, 10:30am - 11:00am

Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room B (R186)

Stop by with your kiddo for a casual... more

Stop by with your kiddo for a casual storytime experience.

Mon, Mar 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room

Stop by to discuss issues of concern with... more

Stop by to discuss issues of concern with Illinois House Rep. Syed

Memory Cafe

Tue, Mar 18, 10:00am - 11:30am

Ela Area Public Library - Forge Makerspace Room (R168)

People experiencing memory loss due to... more

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.

Board of Trustees Regular Monthly meeting - Board of Trustees meeting

Tue, Mar 18, 10:30am - 11:00am

Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room B (R186)

Stop by with your kiddo for a casual... more

Stop by with your kiddo for a casual storytime experience.

Great Decisions

Tue, Mar 18, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room

Great Decisions is a discussion program... more

Great Decisions is a discussion program on world affairs that meets eight times throughout the year.

Tue, Mar 18, 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room

Board of Trustees monthly meeting

Mini Makers (ages 3-5) - puffy paint tulips

Wed, Mar 19, 10:00am - 10:45am

Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A (R187)

Work on important art skills like... more

Work on important art skills like cutting, gluing, and following directions in this crafting class designed just for preschoolers! Dress for a mess.

Registration opens Saturday, March 1 2025 at 9:00am

Cartooning with Mark Anderson (grades K-5) - Super Strangely Familiar Character Brawl

Wed, Mar 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)

Join Mark for a lively, interactive... more

Join Mark for a lively, interactive cartooning class. The library will provide your supplies.

Registration opens Saturday, March 1 2025 at 9:00am

History of Ukranian Easter Eggs

Wed, Mar 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room B (R117B)

Pysanky eggs are nothing like the simple... more

Pysanky eggs are nothing like the simple vinegar-dyed eggs you might have made as a kid.

Registration opens Saturday, March 1 2025 at 9:00am

Preschool Storytime - Spring Session (ages 3-5)

Thu, Mar 20, 9:30am - 10:15am

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 Saturday, March 1 2025 at 9:00am

Thu, Mar 20, 10:30am - 11:15am

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.

Registration opens Saturday, March 1 2025 at 9:00am

9to5: The Story of a Movement (Zoom)

Fri, Mar 21, All day

At Your Home

Watch the award-winning documentary... more

Watch the award-winning documentary highlighting the creation of the 9to5 movement, established t fight for workplace equity and against wage discrepancy.

Fri, Mar 21, 9:30am - 10:15am

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.

Registration opens Saturday, March 1 2025 at 9:00am

9to5: The Story of a Movement (Zoom)

Fri, Mar 21, 11:00am - 11:45am

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.

Registration opens Saturday, March 1 2025 at 9:00am

Sat, Mar 22, All day

At Your Home

Watch the award-winning documentary... more

Watch the award-winning documentary highlighting the creation of the 9to5 movement, established t fight for workplace equity and against wage discrepancy.