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Hurricane Season Author Visit. (4th - 8th grade) Nicole Melleby’s debut novel, Hurricane Season has been called, "a radiant and tender novel about taking risks and facing danger, about friendship and art, and about growing up and coming out." Check out this Publisher's Weekly starred review! Booked, Evanston's kids' bookstore, will be on hand so that Nicole can sign her book for you. Friday, September 13, 4:30 pm, Community Meeting Room, Main Library
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Graphic Novel Book Club: Sci-Fu! (3rd - 5th grade)You love graphic novels, now come talk about them! This month: Yehudi Mercado's hip-hopping, out of this world, graphic novel, Sci-Fu. Stop by the Children's Room desk to pick up a copy. Registration required. Must be an Evanston resident or District 65 student to participate. Monday September 16, 6:30 pm OR Saturday, September 21, 1 pm, Barbara Friedberg Storytelling Room, Main Library |
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Shazam! Feature Film - (PG-13) Life can be a challenge for 14-year-old Billy. A chance encounter with a mystical wizard changes everything. When Billy shouts "Shazam!, he morphs into an all-powerful superhero. Turns out that possessing power doesn't necessarily make everything easier. 132 Minutes, Rated PG-13. Saturday, September 21 OR Sunday, September 22, 2 - 4 pm, Barbara Friedberg Storytelling Room, Main Library
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Last Chance to Register for September Storytimes! Classes start this week. Have fun, pick up some great literacy practices, establish a weekly library habit. Always FREE. (Evanston residents only)
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1,2,3 Play with Me! (ages 1, 2 and 3) Children with parents or caregivers engage in creative play and meet special guests. Join Ms. Robin for fun age-appropriate crafts.The program ends with a fun, interactive circle time led by Mr. Brian. No registration required. Every Saturday in September, 10 - 11:15 am, Children's Room, Main Library |
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Jammie Time: Evanston librarians do your evening bedtime stories for you! Children ages 2 to 9 come to the library in their jammies and listen to stories and sing songs. No registration required. Thursday, September 19, 6:30 - 7:00 pm, Barbara Friedberg Storytelling Room, Main Library
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September Drop-in Storytimes. Enjoy stories and songs that support your child's language acquisition and love of books. Start a weekly library habit!
The Young and the Restless. (0-2 year olds), Thursdays, 9:30 am, Community Meeting Room, Main Library
Preschool Storytime. (3 - 5 year olds), Wednesdays, 10:30 am Children's Room, Main Library
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"The songs keep my little girl engaged. She’s excited each time she hears a song."
"My son has really benefited from the weekly routine."
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中秋节亲子活动 Chinese Mid-Autumn Celebration for Families! Listen to a Mid-Autumn story; then, visit activity stations around the room to enjoy this popular Chinese festival. Make a beautiful colored lantern. Design a moon poster, color the moon goddess, and much more! Saturday, September 14, 3:30 - 5 pm, Children's Room, Main Library
听一则中秋故事，然后参与儿童区的各种活动 制作彩色灯笼，设计有环形山的月亮海报，给嫦娥上色，以及更多精彩活动！ 9月14日，星期六 下午3点 - 5点 图书馆主馆 儿童区
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Amazing Local Author Panel Love kids' books? Meet ten acclaimed local children's authors who have new books coming out this season: Lisa Jenn Bigelow, Betsy Bird, Carolyn Crimi, Celia C. Perez, J.S. Puller, Barb Rosenstock, Evelyn Sanchez-Toledo, Sara Shacter, and Allan Woodrow. Enjoy trivia and prizes for children. Authors will sign their books on sale from Booked, Evanston's independent children's bookstore. Sunday, September 15, 12:30 pm, Community Meeting Room, Main Library
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