News from Libraries and RAILS

Diverse virtual programs during building closures At the Oak Park Public Library, in-person programs and events are on hold until further notice . In the meantime, we're continuing to connect with our community through virtual programs covering a range of interests and age groups. Here's what our...

Have you been considering earning your Library Technical Assistant (LTA) Certificate? This summer may be the time to start! LTA 102: Basic Information Tools examines the role of the library technical assistant in assisting in reference services by answering directional and ready-reference questions...

Serving Oak Park through the crisis, building closures We are living in uncertain times with a lot of fear and suffering. As library employees, we recognize this reality for ourselves, our households, our communities, and our world. And yet, even as library buildings are closed during the COVID-19...

April 19-25 Celebrates Breadth of Programming and Depth of Response National Library Week is April 19-25, highlighting the role of the Library in community life – a role that looks drastically different this year in Evanston and across the country. This National Library Week, the Evanston Public...