The library will be closed on Friday, April 19, for staff development. Regular hours will resume on Saturday, April 20, at 9am.
New Whiteboard and Furniture in the Teen Room
The Teen Room has gotten a refresh! We have all new tables and chairs for you to use for hanging out or studying. The two tables have a whiteboard surface, so they can be written on with our approved dry erase markers.
Mystery and Suspense Titles by Black Authors
In honor of Black History Month, I'll be sharing some amazing titles across different genres throughout February. Here's some anxiety-inducing mysteries and thrillers by Black authors:
Coretta Scott King Book Awards 2023
Fantastic Fiction by Black Authors
In honor of Black History Month, I'll be sharing some amazing titles across different genres throughout February. Here's some wonderful fiction by Black authors:
Bridging the Gap: Kwame Alexander and the Power of Story
On February 8, Illinois Libraries Present will host the poet and author Kwame Alexander.
3D Printing at Wilmette Public Library
Turn your ideas into reality using our new 3D Printing service.
Light Up Your Winter at the Library
If you're feeling the winter blues you're not alone! Here are six ways to light up your winter at the library.
Light Up Your Life with Books
Introducing Our New Outdoor Lockers
We’re excited to debut our new outdoor locker service this January. These lockers will allow you to retrieve your holds at any time, regardless of whether the library is open!
How it works:
February Book Groups
Join us for these upcoming book discussions at Wilmette Public Library.
CLASSICS & CONTEMPORARY
Hell of a Book by Jason Mott Tuesday, February 14th, 10:30-11:30am, Adults, Auditorium
Top Five YA Novels of 2022
It's January, and the lists of 2022 best books from magazines, newspapers, and literary web sites have been making the rounds. Here are five of my personal favorite teen reads published in 2022.
Let's Learn Together: Racial Literacy for Tweens and Teens
Racial literacy is a set of skills needed to talk thoughtfully about race and to identify and respond to racism. These books provide background and guidance for meaningful conversations and positive action.
Wilmette Public Library Receives National Recognition as a Five-Star Library
For the fourth consecutive year, Wilmette Public Library has been awarded Five Stars in Library Journal’s annual evaluation of public libraries.
Let's Learn Together: Racial Literacy Picture Books
Books can be gateways to meaningful conversation and opportunities to build empathy and expand vocabulary. When you’re reading together, take time to ask questions about the story and illustrations.
Community Recommendations
In the past few weeks we invited our patrons to let us know what books they've been enjoying at our Bring Your Own Book Club programs. Here are some recommendations from your neighbors:
Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus