Northbrook Public Library is proud to partner with State Senator Julie Morrison for the annual "Sweet Dreams Pajama & Book Drive,"
which helps bring comfort to local children in foster care.
Library News
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By advocating for free access to books, libraries play a crucial role in upholding the First Amendment and supporting intellectual freedom. Libraries across the country mark "Banned Books Week" each year by celebrating the freedom to read. Read on
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We're getting ready to welcome the Rolling Meadows and Wauconda Public Libraries to our library network. To connect our systems, access to the catalog, accounts, and some online services will be limited from Friday, October 16, through Monday, October 19. Starting Tuesday, October 20, you will be able to access more than 300,000 items from these libraries!
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Northbrook Public Library is hosting a Teen Volunteer Fair on Saturday, September 19, from 2:00 to 4:00pm. Students in grades 7-12 are invited to drop by to connect with local leaders and civic organizations to explore rewarding volunteer opportunities. The free, drop-in event will feature representatives from a wide range of community organizations ready to share how teens can get involved, build meaningful experiences, and give back to the community.
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On Saturday, August 22, portions of our parking lot may be temporarily closed while the Village performs tree work near the river. During the work, driving pathways through the parking lot may be different than usual. Please use caution, follow any posted signs or directions, and drive slowly through the parking lot while work is underway. We appreciate your patience and cooperation as this work is completed.
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Enjoy watching a different silent film in the Auditorium each Wednesday in September at 2pm and 7pm. These film gems will be accompanied by pianist David Drazin, one of only 35 pianists in the country who specialize in silent films accompaniment. Don’t miss this truly unique experience! Register for the films here.
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Starting Monday, August 3, you will be able to preview our new catalog, which will offer improved searching, easier browsing, accessibility upgrades, and new community features. Because this is a new system, you will need to complete a brief, one-time registration process using your library card number and password the first time you log in. During the preview phase, our current catalog will remain available, and you can switch between the current and new versions.
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Last Thursday evening, members of the Library staff, Board, and Rotary Club of Northbrook celebrated the installation of a Peace Pole near the Northbrook Public Library sign. Reflecting Northbrook’s diversity, the Peace Pole displays the phrase "May Peace Prevail on Earth" in English, Greek, Hebrew, Korean, Mandarin, Polish, Russian, and Spanish. The languages were selected based on demographic data and local schools.
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We’re pleased to announce a new electric mobility scooter for visitors ages 18 and up with mobility needs to use inside the library. The scooter can be checked out at the Welcome Desk with a library card.
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Everyone who signs up for a Northbrook Library card in September will be automatically entered into our prize drawing for a chance to win a $25 Book Bin gift certificate. If you know someone who needs a library card, bring them along, too! Stop by or learn more about getting a Northbrook Library card.
