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Events By EmailApril 2016
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Welcome to Events by Email, a monthly publication by the Glenview Public Library. This electronic newsletter provides you with a list of upcoming programs and services available at the Library. Use the links provided to access the online events calendar and program registration.
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A Celebration to Honor Irene Overman Kreer – Wednesday, April 13, 3:30-4:30 PM, Community Room. Glenview Library patrons are invited to a special reception to honor Irene Kreer for her decades of dedicated service to the Glenview Public Library, the Friends of the Glenview Library, and the Glenview community. For those of you who frequent the Friends Used Book Store, Rene was the visionary behind this popular destination and has served as the day-to-day manager of its 30+ volunteer staff for many years—always nurturing a special sense of community and this unique opportunity to support the Library’s mission while enriching the lives and the bookshelves of Glenview residents. Please RSVP by Friday, April 8, 847-729-7500 X 2112. S.T.A.R. Volunteers (entering grades 8 & up) — Assist children with the Summer Reading Game. One training session required. Nine hours of service during the seven-week reading program (June 12-July 31) should be completed. Adult volunteers welcome. Register here. Ninth Annual Low Vision Fair — Friday, April 1, 1-4 PM. Location: East Wing Glenview Senior Center, 2400 Chestnut Avenue. This year’s Fair will feature speaker Dr. Jack Cohen, Illinois Retina Associates, S.C. Dr. Cohen will speak about new developments in macular degeneration from 2-3 PM. The Fair will also feature assistive technology vendors, representatives from supportive service agencies, and vision screenings. Diabetic retinopathy screenings will be provided by the Park Ridge Lions Club and glaucoma screenings will be provided by the North Shore Eye and Vision Center. The Low Vision Fair is co-sponsored by the North Suburban Library Low Vision Consortium comprised of the Glenview, Morton Grove, Niles, Northbrook, Park Ridge, Skokie, Vernon Area, and Prospect Heights libraries. Light refreshments served. For details, call the Glenview Library Outreach Librarian at 847-729-7500 x 2612. Just drop in.
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NATIONAL LIBRARY WEEK • April 10-16
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During this annual celebration to honor our nation's libraries and the communities they serve, special programs have been planned for all ages and interests. Please register here, call 847-729-7500 x 7600, or visit any Library Services Desk. National Library Week DVD Offer — LOOK to the Library to rent all those movies and TV series you’ve been meaning to watch. From April 10-16, the Library is offering you an excellent opportunity to enjoy two of your favorite fiction DVDs or TV series for half the cost. Rent one DVD for $1.00 and get the second one free—two for the price of one. A great time to binge! SPECIAL EVENT! Storywalk® StoryMob — Saturday, April 9, 11 AM. Location: Little Bear Garden at Gallery Park, 2001 Patriot Blvd. Help us kick off National Library Week with an outdoor storytime, featuring Pete the Cat and His Magic Sunglasses. You know when Pete’s around as things are sure to be cool and groovy. Co-sponsored by the Glenview Park District. Register here. A World of Mystery: Award-Winning Authors Event — Sunday, April 10, 1:30-3 PM, Community Room. From the skyscrapers of Chicago to the ten thousand lakes of Minnesota, award-winning crime fiction authors William Kent Krueger (Windigo Island, Ordinary Grace) and Libby Fischer Hellmann (Jump Cut) will take you away to a world of mystery, deception, and suspense. Join us as we welcome National Library Week with a special afternoon of interviews, conversation, and intrigue. Book sale and signing to follow. Register here. Lady Almina & The Real Downton Abbey — Tuesday, April 12, 7-8 PM, Community Room. Missing your Downton Abbey fix? We’ll cure you! Learn about the lost legacy of Highclere Castle and hear about the real historical characters who lived there. Based on the book about Almina Herbert, Countess of Carnarvon. Performed by book dramatist Lynn Rymarz. Register here. The Music Room Quarterly Listening & Music Discussion Group: Rewind, Looking Back on the Year’s Best Releases — Wednesday, April 13, 7-8:30 PM, Multipurpose Room. Join AV Librarian Michael White for the National Library Week edition of The Music Room. Hear some of 2015’s most critically acclaimed releases, both on and off the radar. As music fans and critics everywhere compiled annual “Best Of” lists, there’s still plenty of time to catch up on some good sounds from sources such as NPR’s All Songs Considered, Sound Opinions, Pitchfork, The Chicago Reader, The AV Club, and more. Please join us as we listen to and discuss selected tracks from some of the year’s most talked about music. Registration appreciated. Register here. Patron Appreciation Reception — Thursday, April 14, 2-4 PM. A National Library Week tradition hosted by the Circulation Staff. Drop in for light refreshments and camaraderie. Teen Advisory Board Meeting (TAB): A New VolunTEEN Opportunity (Grades 9-12) — Friday, April 15, 4-5 PM, Multipurpose Room. Do you have an interest in teen services at the Library? Would you like to help plan programs, discuss books that you love, and have fun brainstorming with your peers and Library staff? Please join us during National Library Week for the first meeting of the Glenview Library Teen Advisory Board (TAB) and share your ideas. As a bonus, you will earn service credit by attending. Let your voice be heard on books, programming, and more. TAB will meet quarterly. Register here.
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CELEBRATE NATIONAL POETRY MONTH
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Discovery & Delight: The Poet Within Series — Tuesday, April 19, 7-8 PM, Community Room. Award-winning poet Bill Yarrow will read from his many published poems. Bill says that he writes to be surprised and that he finds unexpected discovery to be the real delight in writing poetry. Professor of English at Joliet Junior College, he teaches creative writing, Shakespeare, and film. An open mic follows the reading; bring a poem to share. Please register here, call 847-729-7500 x 7600, or visit the Reader Services Desk.
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MONEY SMART WEEK® • April 23-30
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Live your life the Money Smart way. Programs and activities designed to help consumers of all ages better manage their personal finances. Please register here, call 847-729-7500 x 7600, or visit any Library Services Desk. Glenview Credit Union’s Money Jar Gue$$ing Game (grades K-8) — April 1-30. Saving pennies can really add up! Test your Money Smart skills at the Youth Services Desk by guessing how many pennies are in the jar. The closest guess, without going over, wins it all. One guess per child. Life-Size Monopoly — Saturday, April 23, 12-4 PM, Community Room. Just in time for Money Smart Week, register the family, decide who gets to play as the top hat, and enjoy a life-size version of this classic board game. Generously co-sponsored by Glenview Credit Union. Register here. Telephone & Utility Bill Clinic — Monday, April 25, 1-2:30 PM, Community Room East. Citizens Utility Board (CUB) staff will review your telephone, electric, and natural gas bills and recommend ways for you to cut costs. Please allow for wait time while CUB staff is helping other patrons. Limit 30. Register here. Clean Up Your Diet: The Money Smart Way — Tuesday, April 26, 7-8 PM, Community Room. Organics too expensive for you? How do you stock your pantry to save $$$, but eat well? When you go to a restaurant, how do you choose a meal that doesn’t include hidden added sugars and empty calories? Certified Health Coach Evey Schweig has answers on how to spend your organic dollars wisely, stock your pantry cost-effectively, and navigate a restaurant menu with a healthy diet in mind. Co-sponsored by Heinen’s Grocery Store. Register here. The Financial Aid Process (High School Students & Parents) — Wednesday, April 27, 7-8 PM, Community Room. A representative from the Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) will give advice and tips to families on how to pay for college. Register here. Investment Strategies for Retirement — Wednesday, April 27, 7-8:30 PM, Community Room. Are you satisfied with your progress for retirement? Can you afford to live the quality of life you want? Certified Financial Planner™ Patrick Doland will present various investment strategies for retirement that will increase your probability of success in a tax efficient manner. Register here.
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A New Slant on the Old West — Through Wednesday, May 11. Gallery Talk: Tuesday, May 3, 6:15 PM. Artist: Karen Barrie. In Karen’s words, “I love the moments: tooled saddle creaking with the horse’s rhythm; glints of pink and gold on a sorrel’s glossy shoulder; a skinny cowboy crossing his arms and leaning on a corral rail. Impressions like these become a blast furnace of unexpected color in my brain that pulls the rug out from under my urban experience. The myth of the Old West puts a new slant on how I view life. My paintings are a city slicker’s embrace of sun and pine and dust. A moment between swinging my leg over the saddle and settling into it. A minute of boot heels clomping on a plank floor. An hour of fiddle music by campfire as the door to yesteryear swings open. My Western Series celebrates this world and those who shared their own West with me.”
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A casual audience-led discussion follows matinee screenings. Just drop in. Pawn Sacrifice (115min/PG-13/2015) — Friday, April 15, 2 & 6:30 PM, Community Room. American chess prodigy Bobby Fischer and Soviet Grandmaster Boris Spassky enthrall the world with their intense battle of wills and strategy during the 1972 World Chess Championship. Bridge of Spies (141min/PG-13/2015) — Sunday, April 24, 1:30 PM, Community Room. Based on the 1960 U-2 incident, this film tells the story of an American lawyer recruited to defend an arrested Soviet spy in court, and then to help the CIA facilitate an exchange of the spy for the Soviet captured American U-2 spy plane pilot, Francis Gary Powers. Oscar-nominated for Best Picture. Trumbo (124min/R/2015) — Friday, April 29, 2 & 6:30 PM, Community Room. In 1947, Dalton Trumbo was one of Hollywood’s top screenwriters, until he and other artists were jailed and blacklisted for their political beliefs. Trumbo, as portrayed by Bryan Cranston (Oscar-nominated for Best Actor), uses words and wit to expose the absurdity and injustice of the Hollywood blacklist.
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Please register here, call 847-729-7500 x 7600 or visit the Reader Services Desk. GLENergy presents The Latest Developments in Alzheimer’s Research — Friday, April 8, 1-2 PM, Community Room. Alzheimer’s is the nation’s sixth-leading cause of death. Researchers are in a race to find effective treatments and a cure for this debilitating disease. Dean Hartley, Ph.D., Director of Science Initiatives, Alzheimer’s Association, will discuss the latest research and what the future might hold. GLENergy is a partner program with the Village of Glenview Senior Services and North Shore Senior Center. Register here. CJE SeniorLife Counseling — Tuesday, April 16, 9:30 AM-Noon, Community Room. 30-minute appointments. Do you have questions about retirement and health insurance options? CJE SeniorLife (CJE) Resource Specialists provide counseling to adults 60 and over, their families, and caregivers. Counseling includes topics such as selecting appropriate retirement benefits, picking the right health insurance and Medicare programs, determining housing needs, and identifying supportive resources. For more information and to make an appointment, call Kathy Gaeding at CJE SeniorLife, 773-508-1054.
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Adult Book Discussion Groups
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Book selections are available at the Reader Services Desk one month prior to meetings. New members are always welcome. Just drop in. Page Turners — Monday, April 4, 1 PM, Community Room. The Husband’s Secret by Liane Moriarty. Cecilia happens upon a torn and tattered letter that says she is to open it only in the event of her husband’s death. Unable to resist reading the letter, she discovers a secret that shatters her life and the lives of two other women. Meets monthly. BookBites: Reading Social — Thursday, April 7, 7 PM. The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics by Daniel Brown. The fast-paced, emotionally charged true story of a group of working class youths from the University of Washington rowing team who emerged from obscurity to defeat a field of elite international rivals at the 1936 Berlin Olympics. Location: Hackney’s on Lake, 1514 E. Lake Avenue, Glenview. Co-sponsored by the Niles Public Library. Visit the BookBites Facebook page for details. Meets monthly. Special Spring Book Discussion: Infinite Jest — Thursday, April 21, 7-8 PM, Community Room East. Been curious…but never had the gumption to read the critically acclaimed novel Infinite Jest (1996) by David Foster Wallace? Inspired by the GlenVIEWINGS screening of the Wallace biopic End of the Tour (February 19), AV Librarian Michael White invites you to give this book a shot. This encyclopedic novel about a zany, intellectual, and dysfunctional family toggles between fascinating, incongruous settings. New York Times described it as “a masterpiece that’s also a monster—nearly 1,100 pages of mind-blowing inventiveness and disarming sweetness.” Take this literary challenge and join us for a lively discussion, even if you haven’t finished the book. Copies of the book are available at the Reader Services Desk. Just drop in.
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Adult Literacy Classes: Spring Session — Tuesdays & Thursdays, April 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 26 & 28, 9:15 AM-12:15 PM. A unique opportunity for native and non-native English speakers to improve their reading and writing skills. A small, friendly group led by a teacher and volunteer tutors meets twice weekly. Classes are conducted by Oakton Community College in the Glenview Library’s Community Room West. Call 847-635-1426 for details.
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Please register here, call 847-729-7500 x 7700, or visit the Reference Services Desk. Career Counseling Appointments — Tuesday, April 12, 9 AM–Noon, Second Floor Study Room. Six 30-minute appointments available. Consult with a career expert for resume help and job search strategies for any stage of your career. Call 847-729-7500 x 7700 to register. Financial Planning Appointments — Tuesday, April 19, 9 OR 10 AM, Second Floor Study Room. Need a financial tune-up? Schedule a free one-hour consultation with a Certified Financial Planner™. Call 847-729-7500 x 7700 to register. Power Employment Workshop: Secret Strategies to Land Your Job in 90 Days — Tuesday, April 19, 9:30 AM-3:30 PM, Community Room East. Discover proven strategies to land a job, as Illinois WorkNet Center speakers share what’s working and what’s not in today’s job market. This comprehensive workshop will discuss setting SMART goals to keep you on track, using social media to connect with active hiring managers, getting your resume through today’s Applicant Tracking Systems, and critical interview skills to sell yourself and land a job. Visit worknetncc.com to register.
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Exploring Downloadable Services
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hoopla, MyMediaMall & Zinio Individual Appointments — Mondays, April 4, 11, 18 & 25, 10 AM-1 PM. Meet with trained Library staff for a 45-minute one-on-one session and learn how to download ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, movies, TV shows or music to your portable device. Visit or call the Reader Services Desk at 847-729-7500 x 7600 for questions, to register, and for appointment locations. Glenview Library card required. Digital Demos in the Lobby — Tuesday, April 19, 2-4 PM. Ask the experts! Explore the Library’s digital movie, TV program, music, ebook, audiobook and magazine collections, hoopla, MyMediaMall and Zinio, and learn how to download items to your portable device. Information and instruction will also be available about the Library’s online databases. Conveniently held in the Library Lobby. Just drop in.
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Unless otherwise noted, registration and Glenview Library card is required and classes are held in the Technology Lab. Please register here, call 847-729-7500 x 7700, or visit the Reference Services Desk. Tech Talk — Monday, April 4, 7-8:30 PM. Join this Internet user discussion group—a monthly Q&A for exploring websites, apps, social media, online searching, and the Library’s electronic resources. Bring your mobile device with you to learn how to access library resources on the go. Topics vary monthly. Just drop in. WORD 2010 Basics — Tuesday, April 12, 2-3:30 PM. Overall introduction to this popular word processing software. Mouse and keyboarding skills required. Register here. EXCEL 2010 Basics — Wednesday, April 13, 2-3:30 PM. Learn the layout of the EXCEL spreadsheet, how to input data, and the basics for writing formulas. Register here. Twitter — Thursday, April 21, 2-3:30 PM. What’s a hashtag, anyway? Get acquainted with this social networking service that has everyone talking. Please sign up for a Twitter account before class. Register here. Beginning Genealogy — Tuesday, April 26, 2-3:30 PM. Learn the basic steps and resources to start researching your family history. Register here. Pinterest Basics — Wednesday, April 27, 2-3:30 PM. Learn what Pinterest is, how to create boards, and attach material to this virtual bulletin board. Please sign up for a Pinterest account before class. Register here.
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Please register here, call 847-729-7500 x 7600, or visit the Reader Services Desk. Test Taking Strategies (Grades 9-12) — Wednesday, April 6, 7-8 PM, Multipurpose Room. College Nannies and Tutors of Glenview will present a one-hour session that provides tips on how to be a better test taker. Register here. Video Game Night! (Ages 13-18) — Friday, April 8, 5-8:30 PM, Community Room. Play with the Library’s game systems and collections on big screens. Pizza is generously donated by Pappi’s Pizza. Register here. AP Biology Practice Test (Grades 9-12) — Saturday, April 9, 12-4 PM, Community Room East. C2 Education of Glenview will guide you through a practice test for the AP Biology exam in a relaxed atmosphere. Bring two pencils. Register here.
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For Children and Families
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Unless otherwise noted, registration is required and preference is given to Glenview Library cardholders. Please register here, call 847-729-7500 x 7900, or visit the Youth Services Desk. SPRING PROGRAMS StoryWalk®: Pete the Cat and His Magic Sunglasses — Sunday, April 10–Sunday, May 22. Welcome back to the Storybook Trail in Little Bear Garden at Gallery Park, 2001 Patriot Blvd. Stroll, bounce, hop, or better yet, bike along the path to read about Pete the Cat and his friends. Going from grumpy to groovy, they learn how awesome a positive outlook can be. The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and was developed in collaboration with the Vermont Bicycle & Pedestrian Coalition and the Kellogg-Hubbard Library. Presented by the Glenview Park District, the Bike Glenview Initiative, and the Glenview Public Library. Pixelated Self-Portraits (grades K-8) — Friday, April 1, 1-4 PM, Youth Program Room. Create an 8-bit version of yourself. Just drop in. NEW! Time Travel Tuesday (grades 1-4) — Tuesday, April 5, 4:15-5:15 PM, Youth Program Room. Join us as we explore and experiment with science of the past. Please leave all Flux Capacitors and TARDISes at home. Space is limited. Register here. Drop-In Chess Club (up to grade 8) — Friday, April 8, 7-8:30 PM, Youth Program Room. Volunteer chess instructor Steve Levenson teaches fundamentals & strategy. If possible, please bring your own chess set. Children under age 8 must be accompanied by a parent. LEGO® Club (grades 1-6) — Tuesday, April 12, 4-5 PM (grades 1-2). Wednesday, April 13, 4-5 PM (grades 3-6), Youth Program Room. Calling all Master Builders...join us for our monthly free-build. We provide the LEGO®, you supply the ideas, and everything will be awesome. Space is limited. YMCA Preschool Art Classes (ages 3-5 with an adult) — Tuesday, April 19, 1:30-2:15 PM, Youth Program Room. The North Suburban YMCA Art Academy provides opportunities for preschoolers to create art. Parent or caregiver must be present. Register here. Summer Reading Program Service Day (grades 6-8) — Wednesday, April 20, 3:30-5:30 PM OR 6-8 PM, Youth Program Room. Earn service hours while helping the Library prepare materials for the Summer Reading Program. Spark Park (grades K-2) — Thursday, April 21, 4:30-5:15 PM, Youth Program Room. Young Einsteins needed for hands-on explorations of STEAM topics. Space is limited. Register here. MINECRAFT Meet Up (grades 4-8) — Friday, April 22, 6-7:30 PM, Technology Lab. Come get pixelated with us. Use your own account or play on one of the Library’s. Space is limited. Register here. Mammals & More: Interactive Animal Show — Saturday, April 30, 2-3 PM, Community Room. The Flying Fox Conservation Fund brings the zoo to Glenview. Be ready to learn about and interact with all the different animals visiting the Library. Register here. Friendship Club: Mammals & More Animal Show (grades 3-8) — Saturday, April 30, 3:15-4 PM, Community Room. For children who want to make friends in a supportive environment. Trained Friendship Ambassadors (grade 4-12) host fun and engaging events where everyone feels welcome. Generously sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Glenview-Northbrook. Register here. STORYTIMES Flight-to-Fun Kids Club: Stories, Songs & Surprises • Historias, Canciones y Sorpresas (ages 2-6) — Saturday, April 2, 10:30-11:30 AM. Location: The Book Market at Hangar One, 2651 Navy Blvd., The Glen Town Center. Have fun with Spanish-themed storytime fun, then immerse yourself in Spanish with games and activities with Language Stars of Wilmette. Storytime provided by Glenview Public Library. Co-sponsored by The Glen Town Center. Please register here. TICKETED STORYTIMES Tickets will be given out to Glenview Library cardholders beginning 30-minutes prior to Storytime sessions. Preschool Storytime (ages 3-5) — Mondays, April 4, 11, 18 & 25, 10:30-11 AM OR 1:30-2 PM, Youth Program Room. The familiar 30-minute format your children love. Teeny Tiny Tales (ages 0-23 months) — Tuesdays, April 5, 12, 19 & 26, 10-10:45 AM (designed for 12-23 months) OR 11-11:45 AM (designed for 0-12 months). Sunday, April 23, 10-10:45 AM (designed for 12-23 months) OR 11-11:45 AM (designed for 0-12 months), Youth Program Room. Explore the foundations of early literacy with guidance from your librarian. Learn songs, rhymes, and stories while making new friends, with lots of wiggle-time, too. Toddlertime (age 2 with an adult) — Wednesdays, April 6, 13, 20 & 27, 9:45-10:15 AM OR 10:30-11 AM, Youth Program Room. The familiar 30-minute format your children love. Family Storytime (ages 2-6 with an adult) — Thursdays, April 7, 14, 21 & 28, 6:15-6:45 PM. Fridays, April 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, 10-10:30 AM, Community Room West. Bring the entire family to enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and fun with the talented and engaging storytellers of our Youth Services Department. Check for location upon arrival. Please note: Thursday evening content will be repeated Friday morning. Baby Signs® (ages 0-3) — Saturday, April 9, 10:30-11:15 AM, Community Room West. Pre-readers learn sign language with their families—new vocabulary, songs, and play activities each month. Led by Jamie Stevens, ASL interpreter and certified Baby Signs® instructor. DROP-IN STORYTIMES Smile & Rhyme Storytime (ages 2 & up with adult) — Tuesday, April 12, 10:30-11 AM. Location: Heinen’s Grocery Store, 1020 Waukegan Road, Glenview. Miss Fran shares stories, rhymes, and songs in the Café. Stay for a snack and to chat after the program. Children must be accompanied by an adult. NEW! Mrs. Schmitt’s Drop-In Storytime (ages 2 & up with adult) — Thursday, April 14, 10:30-11 AM, Youth Program Room. Mrs. Schmitt brings her stories and fun to the Library. Join us in the Youth Services Preschool Area. Russian Storytime with Miss Vlada (ages 3 and up) — Saturday, April 16, 1:30-2:15 PM, Youth Program Room. Miss Vlada will share stories in Russian. Make a craft, too.
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Glenview Public Library Board of Trustees
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Next Board Meeting — Thursday, April 21, 7:30 PM Library Conference Room, Second Floor
The Library Board of Trustees, elected by the residents of the Incorporated Village of Glenview, IL, meets every third Thursday of the month. Please verify Board of Trustee meetings here or call the Business Office at 847-729-7500. All Glenview Public Library Board of Trustee meetings are open to the public. Additional information about the Trustees is available on the Library's website.
If you have any questions or suggestions about this e-newsletter, or library programs and services, please feel free to contact us via Speak Up! e-form. LIVING OUR MISSION The Glenview Public Library provides a welcoming environment that encourages lifelong learning with access to the world of information and ideas. The Library’s innovative programs and services strive to educate, enrich, inspire, and entertain to meet the needs of a diverse community, fostered by a dedicated staff committed to excellence in customer service. Glenview Public Library - 1930 Glenview Road Glenview, IL 60025 - 847-729-7500 www.glenviewpl.org
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