Queer Aid Virtual Series
Wilmette and Evanston Public Libraries, in partnership with community organizations, invite you to learn about resources and pathways that support you and your loved ones in a safe and affirming space.
Letters About Literature Contest
If you're looking for a great way to share your love for your favorite book with others while getting some recognition for your awesome writing skills, check out the Letters About Literature con
Honor Deaf Awareness Month
Considering the fact that 11 million people in the United States—about 3.6 percent of us—are deaf or near-deaf, this singular minority doesn’t get much attention. People who experience deafness don’t get flags, or parades. Yet deafness is not simply a disability.
October Book Groups
Classics & Contemporary Book Discussion: Hades, Argentina by Daniel Loedel
Off to School!
Is your family preparing to send your child(ren) to preschool or kindergarten for the first time this fall? This milestone can be overwhelming, but there are so many great resources to help make the transition easier for kiddos and grown-ups alike.
Gallery of Readers (Summer Reading Club 2024)
For the second year, the Youth Services department has created an epic Gallery of Readers as part of our Summer Reading Club halfway activity.
September Book Groups
Classics & Contemporary Book Discussion: My Ántonia by Willa Cather
Going Exploring With Your Library Card
Even library super-users may be unfamiliar with the many perks that their library card can unlock!
Discover Comics on Hoopla
Teen Reader Recommends: House of Ash and Bone
Why Read During the Summer?
Did you know that librarians from the Youth Services Department visit Wilmette schools throughout May and June to promote reading during the summer?
LGBTQ Memoirs
Celebrate Pride Month by reading about the lives and experiences of these LGBTQ authors:
In the Form of a Question: The Joys and Rewards of a Curious Life by Amy Schneider