The ECA is a proud supporter of the Edgebrook Branch Library. Located at 5331 W. Devon Ave, the library offers a wealth of entertainment and education media for the entire family.

The Edgebrook Branch Library is open Monday and Wednesday from Noon – 8 PM, Tuesday and Thursday from 10 AM – 6 PM, and Friday and Saturday from 9 AM – 5 PM.

I-CASH: DISCOVER WHAT’S YOURS TODAY

Tuesday, April 2, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

Representatives from the Illinois State Treasurer's I-Cash program will be available to assist patrons in reconnecting with unclaimed cash and other assets.

Ask your librarian or visit chipublib.org for more information.

PROPERTY TAX 101

Wednesday, April 3, 2:00-3:30 PM

Property taxpayer advocate Andrea Raila of Raila & Associates, P.C. will explain how to lower property taxes, get tax exemptions, refunds, understand market value and reassessment notices, etc.

Ask your librarian or visit chipublib.org for more information.

TAX STRATEGIES

Wednesday, April 3, 6:30-7:30 PM

Learn how to utilize tax-sensitive investing by balancing your taxable, tax-deferred and tax-free income during retirement. Presented by Anthony Gurrieri from Heartland Institute of Financial Education.

Ask your librarian or visit chipublib.org for more information.

PREPARING YOUR ESTATE PLAN

Thursday, April 4, 4:00-5:00 PM

Preparing an estate plan ensures your loved ones have the information and knowledge they need to survive emotionally and financially. Learn about what to consider when creating a will, the benefit of trusts in estate planning and the critical importance of “funding” these trusts. Presented by Todd Gilchrist from Preferred Planning Concepts, LLC.

Ask your librarian or visit chipublib.org for more information.

ESTATE PLANNING FOR WOMEN

Saturday, April 6, 2:00-3:00 PM

Financial advisor Gisella R. Tomasio from Ameriprise Financial will educate women on the estate planning process and get them thinking about how an estate plan can help put them in control of their financial decisions.

Ask your librarian or visit chipublib.org for more information.

Do you enjoy browsing through cookbooks? Do you love trying new dishes? Are you looking for new recipes to wow your family and friends? Then grab your apron and sign up for this cookbook club!

We’ll read and discuss The Fearless Baker by Erin Jeanne McDowell. Visit the reference desk for a copy of the book, and select a recipe or two to make at home and serve to your family and friends. Then we'll all get together to dish on what worked and what didn't. Feel free to bring a dish to share.

Ask your librarian or visit chipublib.org for more information.

Grow your own private library at this Everyday Edgebrook- sponsored used book sale event. Items will be priced at $0.50 or $1.00, and the sale will be held in the common area on the first floor. All proceeds will benefit Edgebrook Library.

Edgebrook Library accepts donations of books, DVDs, audiobooks, music CDs, and more for children, teens and adults year-round. Donations must be in very good condition and should be brought into the library and given to a staff member at the circulation desk.

Ask your librarian or visit chipublib.org for more information.

Does your child need help building study skills? Do you have questions about your child's homework assignment?

Find answers to all your homework needs at Chicago Public Library. We have resources to help you in person or online.

Talk to Megan Dietz, Teacher in the Library

Join us for a fun-filled story time that includes books, songs, rhymes, music and a craft. This program is the perfect place for your child to discover his or her inner artist.

For ages 2-4.

Online registration is required. Click here to register.

You must register your child for each individual session.

Enjoy books, songs, action rhymes, playtime and more at these programs for little bookworms.

For ages 0-2.

Registration is not required.

Ask your librarian or click here for more information.

Celebrate Tuesday morning with books, songs, rhymes, music and more during this story time for families.

For ages 0-5.

Registration is not required.

Ask your librarian or click here for more information.

Each chess session begins with an instructor giving a lesson on chess strategy/tactics, and the remainder of the session is reserved for practice games.

For ages 6 yrs. & up.

Registration is not required.

Ask your librarian or click here for more information.

The weekend is almost here! Celebrate Friday with books, songs, action rhymes and more during this story time for families.

For ages 0-5.

Registration is not required.

Ask your librarian or click here for more information.

Join us for Easter-themed stories and dance to some bunny-riffic music. Choose a fun craft to work on from our Craftapalooza tables. Once you've finished your craft project, play the Poke-a-Bunny Game and the Easter Bean Bag Toss.

Don't forget to take a photo with your camera or camera phone in front of our Happy Easter backdrop before you hop on out of the library.

For ages 0-7.

Registration is not required.

Online registration for each child is required, because there is a limited # of prizes and supplies. click here to register for more information.

Use your imagination and creativity to complete LEGO® challenges.

For ages 5-10.

Registration is not required.

Ask your librarian or click here for more information.

Come ready to discuss the featured story, participate in story-related activities and make a simple craft.

For March we are discussing Cherry Blossom by Victoria Kann.

Copies are available at the reference desk.

For ages 5-8.

Registration is not required.

Ask your librarian or click here for more information.

Come ready to discuss the featured story, participate in story-related activities and make a simple craft.

For April we are discussing Earth Day by Margaret McNamara.

Copies are available at the reference desk.

For ages 5-8.

Registration is not required.

Ask your librarian or click here for more information.

Join us for a special coding program with the STEAM Team! (STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math.) In this program children will have the opportunity to learn and practice basic coding skills using Cubelets.

For ages 4 & up.

Registration is not required.

Ask your librarian or click here for more information.

Check back often to learn about new programming and updates.