2025 Year in Review
It's been a fun year at EPL!
Check out some of our highlights from 2025 below. Stay tuned, in January we'll be sharing even more in our 2025 Year in Review video, including stats, programs, and more big moments. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to always be up to date!
School Visits
Local Author Fair
Staff Cares a Lot!
Angelina used leftover yarn from the Makery and craft swap to make 19 hats, 1 cowl, and 1 scarf for Warm Coats for Cool Kids, a local nonprofit.
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1000 Books Party
Valentine's Day Tea Party
Stuffie Sleepover
Patio Renovation
In the fall, work was completed on the South Patio. New seating, play structures, a firepit, StoryWalk, lights, and plantings set the stage for more outdoor programming opportunities and another place to enjoy the Library in 2026 and beyond.
Colin reads to his favorite furry buddy, Malin
Adventure Day
Puzzle Speed Challenge
One Book, One Elmhurst
This year's community read was The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry by Gabrielle Zevin.
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Crafting Kusudama Flowers
Elmhurst Pet Parade
New Website, Catalog, and Mobile App
EPL's online presence leveled up with a new catalog, website, and mobile app making it easier for you to find what you're looking for and explore all EPL has to offer!
St. Patrick's Day Party
Rock On!
This year's StoryWalk book installed in Eldridge Park is All the Rocks We Love, promoting the exploration and appreciation of rocks.
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Makery Projects
Picture Book Parade
Staff Picks
Our staff is always sharing their favorite books, so we introduced a new series of YouTube shorts for bite-sized reading recommendations!
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Makery Stack Cutter
Holi Celebration
Mazey the Fox!
We introduced EPL's first ever Library bestie, Mazey the Fox! She was named by the Community, and designed, illustrated, and animated especially for our patrons by our Marketing Specialist, Eva.
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