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Upcoming Programs & Events
View additional programs & events here.
April 2025
26 | Saturday, 10-11 a.m. | April Member Meeting | In-person | Edgewater Branch Library, Betty A. Barclay Community Room, 2nd Floor | Arrive at 9:30 a.m. for coffee and conversation or stay after; feel free to bring breakfast snacks to share with all. No registration needed.
28 | Monday, 1-2 p. m. | The No Book Club | Virtual Meeting | Register Now
May 2025
9 | Friday, 10-11 a.m. | The No Book Club | In person | Edgewater Branch Library | Betty A. Barclay Community Room, 2nd Floor | No registration needed
16 | Friday, 3-4 p.m. | “Gorgeous” | In person | Edgewater Branch Library, Betty A. Barclay Community Room, 2nd Floor
Go behind the scenes with Sarah Slight, artistic director at Raven Theatre, for a conversation about Raven Theatre and Rivendell Theatre Ensemble's upcoming world premiere of Keiko Green's "Gorgeous," the name of a champion Bulldog in the play. The play explores themes of grief and friendship, asking us, "Can people really change?" The thought-provoking presentation will include a short scene with the actors.
The play runs through June 7; more information. Raven Theatre is located at 6157 N. Clark St. Watch a 90-second video with the playwright. Help promote the program by posting the flyer
17 | Saturday, 10-11 a.m. | May Member Meeting | Elections & Annual Meeting | In-person | Edgewater Branch Library, Betty A. Barclay Community Room, 2nd Floor | Arrive at 9:30 a.m. for coffee and conversation or stay after; feel free to bring breakfast snacks to share with all. No registration needed.
No Virtual The No Book Club in May
June 2025
13 | Friday, 10-11 a.m. | The No Book Club | In person | Edgewater Branch Library | Betty A. Barclay Community Room, 2nd Floor | No registration needed
14 | Saturday, 2-3 p.m. | Native Pop! | In person | Edgewater Branch Library, Betty A. Barclay Community Room, 2nd Floor
Indigenous people are central to the story of popular culture in the Western Hemisphere, and popular culture is important to many Indigenous people and experiences.
Will Hansen, co-curator of the exhibition Native Pop! at the Newberry Library, will share highlights from four centuries of Indigenous creators, athletes, activists, and fans engaged with pop—from pamphlets to comic books, and from daguerreotypes to video games.
Read about the free exhibit at the Newberry Library that runs through July 19.
2025 Book Giveaway
In 2025, Friends of the Edgewater Library in partnership with Women & Children First bookstore started a new book-giving program. Library patrons may choose a free book from the selection next to the self-service checkout machine on the first floor. See all our 2024 Bag of Books winners here.
Quick Hits
Got a question? See our FAQs.
Want to be a member? Find out more and join us.
Looking for something interesting to watch? Check out our video gallery.
Want more resources or information on a recent program, see the video gallery or our Frendz blog or search on the subject or program name.
Want to support us through event sponsorship or as a community partner? Learn more about sponsorship and community partnership opportunities.
Looking to have some fun with others by working on a committee? See our committee descriptions.
Check out these virtual events on the CPL website. The Edgewater Branch Library is now open on Sundays from 1-5 p.m.
Upcoming Programs & Events, cont’d
June, cont’d
28 | Saturday, 10-11 a.m. | June Member Meeting | In-person | Edgewater Branch Library, Betty A. Barclay Community Room, 2nd Floor | Arrive at 9:30 a.m. for coffee and conversation or stay after; feel free to bring breakfast snacks to share with all. No registration needed.
30 | Monday, 1-2 p. m. | The No Book Club | Virtual Meeting | Register Now
July
11| Friday, 10-11 a.m. | The No Book Club | In person | Edgewater Branch Library | Betty A. Barclay Community Room, 2nd Floor | No registration needed
26 | Saturday, 10-11 a.m. | June Member Meeting | In-person | Edgewater Branch Library, Betty A. Barclay Community Room, 2nd Floor | Arrive at 9:30 a.m. for coffee and conversation or stay after; feel free to bring breakfast snacks to share with all. No registration needed.
28 | Monday, 1-2 p. m. | The No Book Club | Virtual Meeting | Register Now
Friends At A Glance
Mission: Let’s Partner
Our mission is to partner with and advocate for the Edgewater Branch Library. To respond to our community’s library needs. To educate and engage the community in using and enjoying all our library’s resources.
Support: Let’s Get Involved
Be a member or be a friend. Join Friends of the Edgewater Library with an annual or lifetime membership. Get involved as sponsor. Volunteer for our Book Sale, or just show up! By being a friend, you make new friends.
Events: Let’s Get Together
Meet your neighbors. Listen to an author. Share your reading experiences. Explore a new literary genre. Donate your used books. Meet an historical character. Make new friends. Discuss a community issue. Hover over the shaded dates on our Friends’ Calendar above to see what’s happening; be sure to click on the event name to see complete details about each event.