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Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern


Woman glues colorful paper onto toilet paper rolls for a Halloween craft project at Evanston Public Library.

Evanston Public Library volunteer talks importance of books and service

October 3, 2024

Evanston Public Library volunteer Mary Jo Deysach (Weinberg ’68) is a volunteer veteran. From writing for nonprofit organizations to providing companionship to hospice patients, Deysach has prioritized...

Crawford: Tales of a former bookworm

Crawford: Tales of a former bookworm

July 7, 2022

Every summer, my sister and I used to take weekly trips to our local library. Armed with a large tote bag and an umbrella for the predictable afternoon thunderstorms, we walked about half a mile in the...

Fine: In defense of long novels

Fine: In defense of long novels

November 18, 2020

The late Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg is quoted as saying that if her opinion runs more than 20 pages, she was disturbed that she was unable to do it shorter. Dr. Seuss composed “A Short Condensed Poem...

Registered therapy dog Cassidy is an 11-year-old German Shepard. She has participated in Tail Waggin’ Tutors since November 2019.

Dogs help children practice reading skills at Evanston Public Library

February 7, 2020

Children weren’t the only ones who participated in story time at Evanston Public Library on Feb. 4. Cassidy, an 11-year-old German Shepard, and Zoe, a 12-year-old Cocker Spaniel, were also in attendance....

Sastoque: Why young adult literature is important

Sastoque: Why young adult literature is important

January 20, 2020

If you ever venture to 1630 Sherman Ave., otherwise known as the Barnes & Noble in downtown Evanston, on a Friday morning, and take the escalator up to the second floor, you might bump into a certain English...

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