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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.
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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
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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September is Library Card Sign Up Month
Library Card Sign Up Month Celebration w/ Churros Y Chocolate Food Truck
Receive a FREE churro with your library card, while supplies last!
3:30-5:30PM Thurs., Sep. 21 in front of the Library
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Library Service Disruptions Sep. 1-4
Library Service Disruptions Sep.
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AARP Tax Help
This service is provided by volunteers for seniors and qualifying individuals. Please note:
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Celebrating 50 Years!
Library Stories Project
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EAPL Ranks Again as the Best in the Nation
Ela Area Public Library has once again received recognition as one of the best public libraries in America according to Library Journal’s Index of U.S. Public Library Service.
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Pride Month Programs
Registration begins June 1.
Pride Month Button (In Person)
Stop by Forge for this drop-in craft and make a button to take home. All supplies provided. Limit 2 buttons, per person, while supplies last.
June 1-30
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Tax Help
AARP Tax-Aide
FREE tax assistance is available by appointment Saturdays, February 5-April 9 to anyone, with a special focus on taxpayers who are over 50 or have low to moderate income.
Details Here:
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EAPL Ranks in the Top 1% of Public Libraries
What it Takes to be a Star
Ela Library Earns Highest Honor From Industry’s Leading Publication
One of the best public libraries in the nation can be found right here in Lake Zurich.