Early Voting Hours and Voter Information
March 13, 2025The Library is an early voting location. Any eligible voter resident of Lake County may vote at EAPL. Dates and times for early voting are set by Lake County and are as follows:
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Quilt Show April 1-May 30
March 6, 2025Ela Library Quilt Talks (ELQT) Exhibit Returns April 1
Returning for the third year, the ELQT Quilt Show takes place in April and May at the Library. This year’s theme is Spring On! and showcases quilts, wall hangings and lap quilts created in yellows, blues and whites.
Library Partnership -- Garden Club of Lake Zurich
March 1, 2025Connecting Gardeners & Making a Difference in the Community
Don’t have a green thumb? Think again. The Garden Club of Lake Zurich hopes you can benefit from theirs.
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
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.
Financial Fitness Series
Investing Made Simple w/ Karen Chan (Zoom)
Financial educator Karen Chan will make stocks, bonds and mutual funds crystal clear. She will explain index and target retirement funds, and how they can simplify your investing decisions.
New! 20s & 30s
If you're in your 20s & 30s, it's time to find a babysitter, petsitter, or plant sitter and enjoy yourself at these programs catered specifically for you! Meet people your age and make some new friends while trying new things. Programs are for ages 20-39.