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2023 World Fantasy Award Winners

The World Fantasy Awards winners for works published in 2021 were announced during the World Fantasy convention in New Orleans.

Pen and Ink Writers Group

Monday, December 18, 7:00 PM.

The Pen and Ink Writers Group gathers at the Library each month to read short stories, poems or essays, all inspired by a common theme.

The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters wins Barnes and Noble’s 2023 Discover Prize

Each month, Barnes & Noble selects a debut novel to feature as their Discover Monthly Pick. Booksellers read and deliberate to deliver a shortlist from these selections and other debuts, and ultimately select an overall Discover Prize winner for the year.

Are You Joining the Battle?

Battle of the Books Season is gearing up. Time to seek out your school's Battle coach and join the team!
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Bookshops & Bonedust by Travis Baldree

In the prequel to last year's hit cozy fantasy, Legends & Lattes, Travis Baldree takes us back to one of Viv, the mercenary orc's early "adventures".

Scary Winter Film: The Nightmare Before Christmas

Saturday, December 16, 2:00 PM, 2023.

Add more chills to the coldest months of the year with our series of scary movies this winter.

Scary Winter: Paper Snowflakes Craft

Saturday, December 16, 1:00 - 4:30 PM.

Use our templates to create your own skeleton, bat, and cat snowflakes. Pick up the craft to make at home or drop into the Workshop to fold and cut with us.

The Nutcracker: The Royal Ballet’s Virtual Screening

December 16-17, 2023.

Get in the spirit of the season with a recorded virtual performance of Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker performed by the United Kingdom’s internationally renowned Royal Ballet. The ballet, a holiday staple for all ages, can be viewed on Youtube, Saturday, December 16, and Sunday, December 17.

System Collapse by Martha Wells

System Collapse, a novella by Martha Wells, is a satisfying sequel and could readily serve as the triumphant cap to the Murderbot Diaries series, if it ends here.

Closed for Thanksgiving

We’ll be closing at 5:00 PM on Wednesday, November 22nd and then be closed all day on Thursday, the 23rd to celebrate Thanksgiving. We hope you have a great holiday, eat too much, and then come see us on Friday …

A Conversation with Jerry Craft: From Mama’s Boyz to New Kid and Beyond

Tuesday, February 06, 2024, 7:00 PM.

Learn about life, art, and telling your story with bestselling author, illustrator and syndicated cartoonist, Jerry Craft. Join us for a conversation about his works and journey to success, including a drawing demo that will be fun for the whole family!

English Conversation Hour

Thursdays, December 14, January 11 & February 08, 7:00 PM.

Join us for an hour of casual conversation with other patrons who are learning English as a second language. No lessons, just a place to practice your English skills.

Anonymous Teen Writers Group

Every Thursday, 4:00 - 5:30 PM.

Writers in grades 7-12 are invited to join us every week for some socializing, discussion, and, of course, writing! Share your poems and stories in a supportive space or listen to others read.

November 16, 2023 Board Meeting Agenda

The Regular Meeting of the Eisenhower Public Library District Board of Trustees will be held on Thursday November 16, 2023 at 7:30 P.M. In the Library Building, 4613 N. Oketo.
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November 16, 2023 Decennial Committee Meeting Agenda

A Meeting of the Eisenhower Public Library District Board of Trustees Decennial Committee Meeting will be held on Thursday, November 16, 2023 at 6:30 P.M. in the Library Building, 4613 N. Oketo, Harwood Heights.

November 16, 2023 Truth in Taxation Public Hearing

A Truth in Taxation Public Hearing Meeting of the Eisenhower Public Library District Board of Trustees Budget Committee will be held Thursday, November 16, 2023 at 7:30 P.M. In the Library Building, 4613 N. Oketo.

New Books: 11/14/2023

A Very Inconvenient Scandal by Jacquelyn Mitchard
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System Collapse by Martha Wells
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Before We Say Goodbye by Toshikazu Kawaguchi
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Cultured Donuts: Take a Bite out of Art History by Chloe Tyler

“Each donut in this book emulated the style of a different artist, from da Vinci and Michelangelo all the way to Yokoo and Basquiat. These donuts show how artists are influenced by those who came before and how each pushed the boundaries of the art world into new realms of possibility for future artists.”

Speculating our A.I. Future with Cory Doctorow, Ken Liu, and Martha Wells

Thursday, January 11, 2024, 7:00 PM.

Join us for a panel discussion featuring three best selling science fiction writers, Cory Doctorow, Ken Liu, and Martha Wells. They will discuss the promise, perils, and possible impacts that A.I. will have on our future, as well as A.I. in contemporary and future science fiction writing.

Crochet Along: Hats and Scarfs for Donation

Wednesdays, December 06, 13 & 20, 3:00 PM

Enjoy crochet? Interested in learning new stitches or sharing your knowledge? Join us for our virtual crochet-a-long.

Mobile Device Help

Have a phone or tablet and need help getting started? Need advanced help with an app? Sign up for personalized individual help!

Scary Winter Film: Misery

Monday, December 11, 6:30 PM, 2023.

Add more chills to the coldest months of the year with our series of scary movies this winter.

Adaptive Hour

Sunday, December 10, 12:00 PM

Families with children 12 and under who have a diagnosis or disability are invited to visit the Kids World Department for a special hour exclusively for you! Kids will be able to do crafts, explore Kids World. and meet other families in this special before-hours program!

1973 Film Series: Enter the Dragon

Monday, December 18, 2023, 2:00 PM.

We're celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Eisenhower Library with a film series dedicated to the year the library was founded. Every month throughout the year, join us for a screening of one of 1973's greatest movies. This month, we're watching Enter the Dragon.