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Dewey Dining
2026-10-08 13:30:00 2026-10-08 15:00:00 America/Chicago Dewey Dining Fall mornings are better with tea and treats. Join Dewey Dining for a discussion on The Scone Queen Bakes and get ready for the cozy season ahead!  Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A (R117A)

Thursday, October 08
1:30pm - 3:00pm

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Ela Area Public Library

Meeting Room A (R117A)

Fall mornings are better with tea and treats. Join Dewey Dining for a discussion on The Scone Queen Bakes and get ready for the cozy season ahead! 

Register and grab a copy of the cookbook at the Information Desk. Pick out a recipe and email it to Renée at rstein@eapl.org or call 847-438-3433 ext. 217 a week before the discussion. Bring your treat to share while we discuss the cookbook with one another. Please note that the library cannot take responsibility for any food allergies.  
1:30pm Thurs., (R) 
October 8th – The Scone Queen Bakes by Danielle Sepsy

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Book Discussions |

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Read a great book, then join friends for... more
Read a great book, then join friends for activities, crafts, and surprises inspired by the story! This month we will have a Q & A with the author on Zoom all the way from Australia!
A Close Encounter with UFO Expert Sam Maranto
Tue, Sep 29, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
Mass UFO Sightings have occurred in... more
Mass UFO Sightings have occurred in Illinois and Sam Maranto is here to tell us about it.
(ESL) English as a Second Language - Inglés como Segundo Idioma
Thu, Oct 01, 9:15am - 12:15pm
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 Ingles gratuitas para adultos en la biblioteca.
Toddler Storytime (ages 18-35 months)
Thu, Oct 01, 9:30am - 10:00am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
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.
Preschool Storytime (ages 3-5)
Thu, Oct 01, 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.
LEGO Club (grades K-5)
Thu, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
If you enjoy building with LEGO bricks,... more
If you enjoy building with LEGO bricks, this program is for you! Create and construct using your own ideas or try one of our challenges.
Chair Yoga (Zoom)
Thu, Oct 01, 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.
Virtual Author Event: Dystopian Icon V. Roth (Live Online) - What Comes Next with Dystopian Icon Veronica Roth
Thu, Oct 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
At Your Home
Join us for an online conversation with... more
Join us for an online conversation with #1 New York Times bestselling author Veronica Roth as we get an exclusive sneak peek into her highly anticipated upcoming novel, The Sixth Faction!
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Library Closed - Staff Training
Fri, Oct 02, All day
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
Library closed all day for staff training.
Queer D&D
Sun, Oct 04, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Forge Makerspace Room (R168)
Come gather for a queer-affirming... more
Come gather for a queer-affirming Dungeons & Dragons adventure where LGBTQ+ players and allies can roll dice, tell stories, and explore fantasy worlds together. This is a 3-hour campaign session.
Senior Scrabble Club
Mon, Oct 05, 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.
(ESL) English as a Second Language - Inglés como Segundo Idioma
Tue, Oct 06, 9:15am - 12:15pm
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 Ingles gratuitas para adultos en la biblioteca.
Virtual Author Event: Food Network's Joe Sasto (Live Online) - Pasta with a Twist: Fresh Italian Classics with Joe Sasto
Tue, Oct 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
At Your Home
It’s time to ditch the same boring... more
It’s time to ditch the same boring recipes and bring big, playful creativity back into your kitchen! Join us for an online conversation with Top Chef finalist and Food Network star Joe Sasto.
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Garden Club of Lake Zurich
Tue, Oct 06, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
Join us at our monthly meeting. Learn... more
Join us at our monthly meeting. Learn about gardening and meet other local gardeners who want to share tips and gardening accomplishments. All are welcome.
Alzheimer's Support Group
Tue, Oct 06, 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.
The Cosmic Romantics - Spiritualism Show
Wed, Oct 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
The Cosmic Romantics present their... more
The Cosmic Romantics present their Spiritualism Show, a magical performance that blends mentalism and sleight of hand.
(ESL) English as a Second Language - Inglés como Segundo Idioma
Thu, Oct 08, 9:15am - 12:15pm
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 Ingles gratuitas para adultos en la biblioteca.
Storytime in the Park
Thu, Oct 08, 10:00am - 10:45am
Paulus Park
Meet the librarians at Paulus Park for a... more
Meet the librarians at Paulus Park for a fun outdoor storytime! Location may change for inclement weather. Check the library website for updates.
Dewey Dining
Thu, Oct 08, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A (R117A)
Fall mornings are better with tea and... more
Fall mornings are better with tea and treats. Join Dewey Dining for a discussion on The Scone Queen Bakes and get ready for the cozy season ahead! 
This event is full
Passwords, Passkeys, and Password Managers - Online Class, email is required to register
Thu, Oct 08, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Ela Area Public Library
Keeping track of strong, unique passwords... more
Keeping track of strong, unique passwords is hard. Learn simple ways to stay safe online using password managers and passkeys to boost your digital security.
Warm Up Lake Zurich Yarn Group (In-Person)
Thu, Oct 08, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A (R117A)
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, Oct 08, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A (R117A)
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)
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