News & Announcements from Libraries

Wednesday, April 30th at 10 am via Zoom Moving to a new country, becoming acclimated to a new environment, and applying for citizenship is a daunting hurdle for many immigrants. People often turn to their local library for help, but frequently their library doesn't offer much beyond reading material...

The Gail Borden Public Library is now hosting its latest exhibit, “ Glitz, Glamour, Gorgeous: A Tribute to Hollywood’s Great Movie Costumes,” showcasing costumes from Hollywood's golden age. Explore the magic of cinema with 33 outfits worn by stars like Elizabeth Taylor, Ginger Rogers and Julie...

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Join us for a special screening & discussion of Free for All. This documentary shares how public libraries shaped the country and continue to be a sanctuary for Americans everywhere. Free for All tells the story of the quiet revolutionaries who made a simple idea happen. From the pioneering women...

The Putnam County Public Library District will host a film screening, in partnership with Independent Lens and WTVP, of “Free for All: The Public Library,” on Thursday, April 10th, at 5:00 p.m. in celebration of National Library Week. The film tells the story of the quiet revolutionaries who made a...

New Executive Director Takes Over at the Des Plaines Public Library

East Dundee, IL – After a thorough search, the Fox River Valley Public Library District is happy to announce the appointment of Kristi Howe as the new Executive Director. Howe brings a strong library leadership and management background, having served in Illinois, Wisconsin, and Indiana. Her...

The Orland Park Public Library is proud to announce that Library Director Mary Adamowski has been awarded the prestigious Woman in Leadership Award by the Orland Women’s Networking (OWN) committee, a division of the Orland Park Area Chamber of Commerce. The award was presented at the OWN Luncheon...

If you’re interested in learning what Lake County life was like in the early days, visit Lake Villa District Library (LVDL) and explore the Millburn Historic District Exhibit. In partnership with the Historic Millburn Community Association, the exhibit features artifacts and stories that bring the...

We are excited to invite you and your staff to an informative and hands-on Book Doctor Event at Morris Area Public Library! This workshop is designed to help your library staff learn essential skills to protect and repair books, ultimately extending their lifespan and reducing the need for costly...

From the My Library Is... Blog: It was quite an honor for the Virginia Community School District to receive the RAILS My Library Is… Grant! We were able to receive this grant through our teamwork and love for the library. It all started when our 2023-2024 School Librarian, Ms. Stephanie, and our...

Literacy ambassador, librarian, and social media star Mychal Threets is joining the Oak Park Public Library for a conversation about library love on Thursday, April 10, as part of its National Library Week festivities and advocacy efforts. Mychal has risen to fame on social media as mental health...