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Stitching the Vote: How One Northbrook Resident is Using Fashion to Make a Civic Impact

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.

New Date: The Library's parking lot will be closed on Thursday, October 17

On Thursday, October 17, the library's public parking lot will be closed for a one-day refresh that includes crack filling, sealing, and striping. parking will be available along Cedar Lane, in the staff lot on Cherry Lane, and at the Village commuter lot between Village Hall and Public Works. The lot will reopen the next day, Thursday, October 18 ...