Northbrook resident and lifelong sewer Julie Kay is using her passion for civic engagement and design to help get out the vote this election season. With the help of the staff and equipment in the Collaboratory, Northbrook Public Library’s makerspace, she has embroidered approximately 30 upcycled jackets, spreading democracy fashionably.

Enjoy watching a different silent film in the Auditorium each Wednesday in September at 2pm & 7pm. These film gems will be accompanied by pianist David Drazin, one of only 35 pianists in the country who specialize in piano accompaniment for silent films. Register for the films here.