Ela Area Public Library

The library will be closed on Friday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day. 🇺🇸🗽

You don't need a library card to check out the beautiful new landscaping 🌻 at the library's entrance💗 #elalibrary #plantsmakepeoplehappy

FREE firearm safety locks Fri., Jun. 20 from 12-4PM at the Library. To help keep our community safe, SGA Youth & Family Services will offer the locks and other resources on safe firearm storage and crisis prevention, while supplies last.

Next Wednesday, June 18, resume 📝 specialist Amy Rath will be here to walk you through the process and provide guidelines for creating your best resume yet! Register at the link: eapl.libnet.info/event/13646023 or at our website.

Happy Pride Month! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ Stop by all month long for displays, crafts, and book clubs that celebrate our LGBTQIA+ community! #pridemonth #allarewelcomehere

It’s hip to be square!Tap into your retro side and paint pixel-style art inspired by your favorite video games, characters, and more! 🚀👾🕹️ Wednesday, June 18 at 6pm. Register at the link or visit the eapl.org events page eapl.libnet.info/event/13715761

Donate blood! Stop by the Library Thurs., Jun. 5 between 12-5PM to donate. Appointments are available, but walk-ins are always welcome! donateblood.versiti.org/donor/schedule…

⭐Over 20 local organizations will be on hand to fill volunteer opportunities for a wide range of ages and abilities. Receive a ticket for each table you visit. Enter your tickets in a raffle for a chance to win gift cards to local businesses.

Parking Lot Closure 📣 The Library's Drive Up Materials Return will close Saturday evening for several hours beginning at 5PM for pavement repairs. Thank you for your patience.

Fishing enthusiast Eugene Kim talks about what you need to get started. A perfect program for the start of summer! Come for tips and information or to expand your existing knowledge. Register at the link: eapl.libnet.info/event/13066747

Thinking of Our Heros ⭐ #memorialday #thankyouforyourservice #remember #honor

Where in the library am I? Last time we ventured to the Children’s Department Lite Bright Wall…where are we this week?? 🕵️‍♀️🔍🕵️‍♂️ #whereinthelibrary #mystery #nohints

Join photographer John Rouse on a visual tour of the barns of Southwest Lake County including Ela, Wauconda, and Fremont townships. Saturday, May 24 at 10am. Register at the link: eapl.libnet.info/event/12593308

Do you know where this photo was taken in the library? Take your best guess and see how well you know your library! 🕵️‍♀️🔍🕵️‍♂️ #whereinthelibrary #bestguess #nohints

Discover the magic of one of America's most scenic train routes, stretching from Chicago to the Pacific Northwest on Wed., May 14 at 7PM. Get an insider's view of life aboard one of Amtrak's most iconic trains. Don't miss out on this unique experience. eapl.libnet.info/event/12814219

Our Warm Up Lake Zurich knitting group met last night and brought some of the projects they are working on. The weather may be getting warmer but it’s still cozy in here 🧶🧵 #knitting #knitatthelibrary #libraryfun

Celebrating Asian Pacific American Heritage Month and the important role Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders have played in our country’s history.

Happy Cinco de Mayo everyone!

We’ve got about one more hour of Astronomy Day fun to go! Stop by and check out the photos, info and telescopes 🔭 🪐 #astronomyday #science #libraryfun

Today until 4pm stop by the library for Astronomy Day 2025! 🔭🪐 #astronomyday #science #libraryfun