Astronomy Day

Saturday, May 18

10am-4pm, Ela Area Public Library

Presented by the Library and Lake County Astronomical Society

Free for All Ages

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.

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

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. 

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.

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.

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

Library Service Disruptions Sep.

This service is provided by volunteers for seniors and qualifying individuals. Please note:

Library Stories Project

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.

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

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:

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.