Wilmette Public Library
1242 Wilmette Ave.
Wilmette , IL 60091
United States
Every Black History Month, the Association for the Study of African American Life and History selects a theme for the year that aims to highlight a specific aspect of the Black experience and promote further learning about its historical significance.
It may be freezing outside, but curling up with one of these teen romance novels will keep you cozy. Here are our top ten favorite tropes found in love stories.
Our latest Between the Lines event encouraged meaningful dialogue about human differences.
There's no questioning the importance of reflecting on Black history, not just in February, but in every month of the year. But just as important is uplifting Black traditions, culture, and community as they exist in America today.
February is Black History Month and we're excited to share some new releases by Black authors that you can find in Wilmette Public Library's collection.
Want to try a crafty hobby in the new year? Check out our online resource, Creativebug! You'll find video instruction on arts & crafts of all kinds, from cozy crochet to screen printing.
Experience the thrills and chills of the winter season while staying warm and cozy inside by reading a wintry book from your favorite genre. Did you read a book from this list or elsewhere that you loved?
For the first time, the Youth Services department, led by school engagement librarian Eti Berland, coordinated and hosted Winter Reading Club school visits before and at the beginning of the launch of our Winter Reading Club program, for more than 2,000 students and teachers.
January is a great time for self-care. First, it’s a good time to examine thoughts and habits that no longer serve you. Second, cold and snow and viruses are powerful incentives to stay home and do something cozy. How to make self-care fun for the family?
Over the past four months, we have had the wonderful opportunity to host our monthly Caldecott Club program, which takes place from September-December.
For this year's Wilmette Reads, we chose to spotlight two titles, a fiction and a nonfiction book: Entangled Life and Ghost Music.
Transporting readers across time and space, translated fiction allows us to immerse ourselves in settings and cultures we might not otherwise have the chance to experience. 2024 was a great year for translated literature and we’re so excited to share some of our favorite titles.