Library News
Looking for ways to pass some time as you shelter in place? Library staff have compiled this list of cultural experiences - a little something for everyone to enjoy. These websites and links are a quick and easy way to bring entertainment, education and cultural experiences right into your home. Explore and enjoy!
Food:
Arlington Heights Restaurants: The Arlington Heights Chamber of Commerce has put together a list of restaurants currently offering carry out and delivery options.Cooking Classes with Milk Street: Milk Street is offering 13 cooking classes, which will be free from now through the end of April.History:
Explore More Illinois Suspended Through April 30: Explore More Illinois services are suspended through April 30 to comply with the Illinois Shelter in Place Order announced by Governor Pritzker.
Looking forward to a Spring Break staycation? Your library card can get you free or discounted passes to some Illinois cultural attractions, like the Chicago Maritime Museum, DuSable Museum of African American History, Illinois Holocaust Museum, and - just added - the American Writers Museum in downtown Chicago. Explore More Illinois is a free service provided by the Arlington Heights Memorial Library that provides instant online access to special offers and discounts
What do you do when you have run out of ideas for what to read next? Arlington Heights resident Ken
Nopar discovered the library’s “Book Me” form and now has a customized list of suggestions.
“I was out of ideas for books to read and needed something to refer back to when there was more room on
the shelf,” Nopar said. When he filled out his form online, he indicated he was into history and wrote down
a few of his favorite books. In return, he received a list of 10 books from library staff, most of which were
never
The March library newsletter is at the post office and will be arriving at Arlington Heights residences this week, but you can view it now here.
You can also view our newsletter online and click on any programs that require registration to link directly to our website to sign up. The digital newsletter also allows you the option to zoom in to read text up close.
Look for registration symbols next to each program that quickly let you know if you can register for a program at any time, if registration begins on March 1, or if a program
More than 3,400 guests stopped by the library's Hendrickson Room this past weekend for some LEGO fun. The amazing, one-of-a-kind creations featured in this two-day exhibit were created by The Northern Illinois LEGO Train Club.
Customers of all ages were dazzled by the details amidst the exhibit, which took more than 80 man-hours to set up. Around 2 million LEGO pieces were used to create iconic landmarks and intricate displays that featured recognizable superheroes, classic cartoons, video game characters and more. The exhibit even featured a castle that took more than one year to construct.
Customers also had the option
AHML is ready for the snow! We have snow brushes available for check out.
They are on the rack with the umbrellas near the Express Reserve shelves.
Like the umbrellas in our collection, the loan period is one week.
The Library of Things at the Arlington Heights Memorial Library is a collection of unique items—from board games to wireless hotspots. The collection offers opportunities for learning, creating, and finding inspiration. Whether you want to explore new skills—or simply try something before you buy it—the Library of Things has something for you. Visit our display on the
Maria Papanastassiou, Kids’ World assistant manager at the Arlington Heights Memorial Library (AHML), is a winner of this year’s I Love My Librarian Award. Maria is one of only 10 librarians in the country to receive this prestigious national award presented by the American Library Association (ALA).
Recognized for her leadership in transforming lives through access to education, Maria's efforts have helped position AHML at the forefront of serving youth with disabilities and those receiving therapy services. Papanastassiou’s work, passion and dedication has helped families with diverse needs find a home at the library.
Much of what Maria has accomplished
The February library newsletter is here! New for 2020 - You'll see improvements that we hope you find helpful, including program listings organized by age or interest, a table of contents, and a smaller, more portable format.
Look for new registration symbols next to each program that quickly let you know if you can register for a program at any time, if registration begins on February 1, or if a program requires day-of tickets. Programs without a symbol don’t require registration.
A big thank you to all of our wonderful customers, staff and community groups who helped contribute to the Arlington Heights Memorial Library's Holiday Book Drive. This year 1,879 books were generously donated for infants, children and teens for Wheeling Township's Adopt-a-Family program. Special thanks go to the library staff and volunteers, the Rolling Green Nine-Hole Golf League, Windsor Elementary School and the Friends of the Library for their very generous donations. The library book drive has provided 21,185 books to children and teens in need since 1998. Thank you again for helping provide the gift of literacy to our community