Let your mind grow and your heart glow this season at the Library!
Outdoor Radiant Heart Photo Op on the Walkway
- Make your Insta feed pop this season! Standing at 18 feet tall, the heart is beautiful during the day and even more spectacular at night. It perfectly frames you and your love so come take a selfie and don't forget to tag us #SeetheHeartatElaLibrary.
Holiday Photo Op & Crumbl Cookie
- Strike a pose under our outdoor heart just in time for the holidays. Wear your matching holiday outfits (optional) and smiles for the perfect pic. Bring your own camera. FREE Crumbl cookies for all photo-taking participants, while supplies last. Weather permitting. 6-7pm Wed., Dec. 3; 11am-noon & 3-4PM Mon., Dec. 29
Displays of Kindness & Love
- Guess the Candy Hearts in the Jar Game (located in Reference, 2nd Floor)
- I Spy Case (coming in Dec. & Jan.)
- Book Displays
Crafts
- Children's Department Drop-in Craft (coming this winter)
- Decorate a Photo Frame Drop-in Craft, Dec. 1-30 in Forge
Fill a Heart 4Kids Collection
- Crochet a heart for this nonprofit organization based in Lake Forest that serves homeless and foster children throughout the area. Each crafted heart attaches to a children's care package. Drop off your hearts at the Information Desk. For more details, contact Debbie at dmiller@eapl.org.
Cup of Kindness Cocoa Party
- Stop by this cozy open house to celebrate a winter of kindness. Kids of all ages are invited to customize and sip hot cocoa while enjoying heartwarming crafts and activities that reveal the power of being kind. 2-3:30pm Fri., Jan. 2, all ages w an adult