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.

Precinct Information

Due to construction, the Library IS NOT a polling place for the November 8 election.

Precincts 96, 97, 98 will vote at the Ela Township offices, 1155 IL-22, Lake Zurich.

Become a Tax-Aide Volunteer

AARP is looking for volunteers to help provide free personal income tax assistance for people in the community. Tax-Aide volunteers prepare and file tax returns for those with low to moderate incomes, especially those 50 and older.

September is Library Card Sign Up Month

Freebie Fridays -- September 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30

Check out 10 or more items to receive a freebie at Checkout.

Interior Renovation Updates (March 2023)

If you are inside the building, please return all items in the Red Return Bin located in the lobby. Behind the scenes, crews are working on installing a new materials sorter and redesigning the sorter area to feature a whole new view. 

Held outdoors on the Library's back lawn, weather permitting. Bring a blanket or chair. Please note rain date or alternate location.

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.