Evanston Public Library

Meet Yuko Ohnari and Koshiro Hata, the internationally known Japanese creative team behind the 2025 picture book Downpour: Splish! Splash! Ker-Splash!. Enjoy a bilingual Japanese and English reading of this book, a sensory-rich story about a young boy enjoying a summer rainstorm. Copies of their book will be on sale for signings at the event. For children of all ages and their caregivers. No registration required.

Friday, June 26, 2026
10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Main Library

Stroller Strides® is a 60-minute total-body workout with strength, cardio, and core training, all while engaging the little ones in a stroller! You’ll leave class feeling strong, empowered, connected, and energized—no matter your stage of motherhood. Our free intro class is being brought to us by Fit4Mom Central North Shore Chicago. Bring your little one in a stroller and have fun with us!

Tuesday, June 9, 2026
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Robert Crown Branch Library

Registration is required. Each participant will receive a link to waiver forms provided by Fit4Mom. Register here: https://ow.ly/pQLx50Z8faY

For Teens! Celebrate Juneteenth with an afternoon of art! This June we're using art to celebrate Black culture and express what Juneteenth means to us. We will be working on individual pieces that build into a bigger Juneteenth display that we'll put up in the library for the whole community to enjoy!

We will also be celebrating with:
- Great music
- Hanging with friends
- A fun curated drink
- & snacks!

For grades 5th-12th

Register here: https://ow.ly/NpOZ50Z8ewq

Don't forget to register for this event! Last chance to save your spot for this AMAZING event featuring performances by La Escuelita Bombera De Corazón™️ and Victoriadjembe! Register here: https://evanstonlibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/6a0615aa703c336300279545

Feel the rhythm. Hear the story. Celebrate our shared roots. Join us for Our Roots, Our Story: Music, Dance, and Legacy — an evening of live performance, cultural connection, and powerful storytelling through music and movement.

Experience the vibrant traditions of Puerto Rican Bomba and West African drumming with performances and presentations by La Escuelita Bombera De Corazón™️ and Victoriadjembe. Through rhythm, dance, and community, this program explores themes of resilience, liberation, and cultural legacy across the African and Latin diasporas.

📍 Levy Center
📅 Saturday, June 6
⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM

Come listen, reflect, and connect through sound and movement. All are welcome!

🏳️‍🌈 Happy Pride Month from Evanston Public Library! 🏳️‍⚧️

This June, we celebrate the stories, history, creativity, and resilience of the LGBTQIA+ community. Explore our Pride-themed book lists, discover new reads, and join us for programs that honor diverse voices and experiences.

Everyone belongs at the library. Stop by, check out a book, and celebrate Pride with us all month long. epl.org

Summer Reading for Kids Starts today!

Visit both library branches this summer for fun and free activities for kids ages Birth to Grade 5.

How can you participate in Summer Reading? It's easy! Starting June 1, register in person at the Main Library or Robert Crown Library to pick up your summer reading log. This year’s theme is Plant a Seed: Read! Kids can earn a free paperback book when they complete the program. They can also earn tickets for the library’s weekly and grand prize raffles.

No library card or residency requirement – Summer Reading at EPL is free and open to all!

Need help understanding upcoming changes to SNAP benefits? Join staff from CARPLS for an informative presentation covering key updates, including new requirements, who may be affected, important dates, ways to meet work requirements, and time for questions.

📅 Thursday, June 11, 2026
🕕 6:00–7:00 PM
📍 Main Library

Learn More: https://evanstonlibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/6a0ddb86f6bd012f006924a6

Last Chance to Register!

Chronic illness affects more than physical health — it can also impact mental and emotional well-being. Join Stephanie Aaron, LCSW, for a discussion on the mental health effects of chronic illness, including cancer, and learn practical coping tools and strategies to support overall wellness.

Register here: https://evanstonlibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/69fb6d54e7108c0f03d12391

Time is running out to register! Caregivers: when was the last time someone took care of you?

Join us on Wednesday, June 3 for a special presentation with Dasha Kiper, Director of Caregiver Support at Renewal Memory Partners. Discover why self-care can feel so difficult, explore the brain science behind caregiver stress, and learn a more gentle, sustainable approach to caring for yourself while caring for others.

Don't miss this insightful conversation designed specifically for caregivers and those supporting loved ones.

📅 Wednesday, June 3, 2026
🕐 1:00–2:30 PM
📍 Main Library

Register now: https://evanstonlibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/69fbcd31e13d3b4603b38aad