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Friends of the Edgewater Library.
Upcoming Programs & Events
View additional programs & events at the Edgewater Branch here.
2026 Events
July 2026
25 | Saturday | NO Monthly Friends Member Meeting in July | The room is available for Committee Meetings if needed, 10-11 a.m.
27 | Monday, 1-2 p.m. | The No Book Club | Virtual Meeting | Register Now
August 2026
14 | Friday, 10-11 a.m. | The No Book Club | In person | Edgewater Branch Library | Betty A. Barclay Community Room, 2nd Floor | No registration needed.
11 | Book Sale Committee Meeting | 6-7 p.m. | In person | Betty A. Barclay Community Room, Edgewater Branch Library, 2nd Floor
No monthly Friends Member Meeting in August | Enjoy your time away!
31 | Monday, 1-2 p.m. | The No Book Club | Virtual Meeting | Register Now
September 2026
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. | September 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
October 2026
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.
2026 Book Giveaway
In 2026, Friends of the Edgewater Library, in partnership with Women & Children First bookstore, continues our book-giving program. Library patrons may choose a free book from the selection next to the self-service checkout machine on the first floor.
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.
Special Thanks
Our thanks to Wintrust Bank—Loyola Station Branch Manager Stefanie Roti and Vice-President Don Cortelyou for Wintrust’s sponsorship of our National Friends of the Library Week programs and events, and community partnership with in-kind support throughout the year.
Upcoming events, cont’d
October 2026, cont’d
26 | Saturday, 10-11 a.m. | September 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
Check out these virtual events on the CPL website. The Edgewater Branch Library is now open on Sundays from 1-5 p.m.