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Early Voting Hours and Voter Information
Early Voting Begins Monday, October 21
The Library is an early voting location. Any eligible voter resident of Lake County may vote early at EAPL. Dates and times for early voting are set by Lake County and are as follows:
Early Voting -- Meeting Room A
Library Service Disruptions Sep. 27-Oct. 1
Mount Prospect and Waukegan Public Libraries to Join Consortium
From September 27-October 1, Library services will be temporarily paused or limited in order to integrate Mount Prospect and Waukegan Public Libraries into the consortium, a "cooperative" of 31 libraries from all over the C
Show Your Card and Save, September 1-30
Your EAPL card has added value during the month of September!
We've partnered with local businesses this month to offer savings and discounts to Ela Library cardholders. It's easy, just show your card and save!
EAPL Receives Award for Excellence in Financial Reporting
For the second consecutive year, the Library is a recipient of the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for FY 2023.
Summer Concert Series
Performances are held outdoors on the Library's back lawn, unless noted.
Summer Reading 2024
Children's Summer Library Program
Step right up for summer fun! Visit the Children's Desk to learn how you can earn prizes by completing reading and activity challenges. Prizes are available beginning June 17. Details here.
Astronomy Day
Astronomy Day
Saturday, May 18
11am-4pm, Ela Area Public Library
Presented by the Library and Lake County Astronomical Society
Free for All Ages
Green Your Routine, Shred and Electronics Recycling Event
Saturday, June 1
8:30-11:30am
In the Library's Parking Lot, With a Non-Perishable Food Donation
Co-sponsored with Ela Township
Shredding:
Secure document shredding is limited to 3 boxes (banker's boxes) per car.
Free Tax Preparation
AARP tax preparation is available for individuals on Saturdays during tax season.
To schedule an appointment:
- Call 224.326.0605
Early Voting Hours and Voter Information
Early Voting Hours
Any eligible voter resident of Lake County may early vote at the Library. Dates and times for early voting are set by Lake County and are as follows:
Meeting Room A
Yarn Bombing Project
Yarn Bombing Project
Holiday Mitten Tree
Place new hats, mittens, gloves, scaves and sweaters on the Library's Mitten Tree December 1-29. The tree is located in the Library's lobby on the first floor near the Information Desk. All donations benefit local agencies in need.
Veterans Tree
Stop by Forge November 1-30 and decorate a picture of a veteran to place on the Veterans Tree. All supplies are provided. Each participant receives a 3D crafted bookmark, while supplies last.
New Leadership
Ela Area Public Library Welcomes New Director Erica Christianson
The Ela Area Public Library Board of Trustees have announced the appointment of a new executive director, Erica Christianson.