Meta Quest 2 is now available at the Arlington Heights Memorial Library! The all-in-one virtual reality (VR) headset is available to Arlington Heights cardholders, ages 12 and up, to use in the library's digital media lab, the Studio. Strap on the headset and get ready to experience total immersion with 3D positional audio, hand tracking and easy-to-use controllers working together to make virtual worlds feel real.

"When customers first put on the headset, they're generally surprised as the quality of this technology has greatly advanced and you really feel like you're being transported into another world," said Chris Smith, Digital

The library is proud to offer Explore More Illinois and Museum Adventure Passes, two ways for Arlington Heights Memorial Library cardholders to obtain discounted or free museum and attraction passes.

How do I get a Pass?
Get started at Explore More Illinois Login. Select the Arlington Heights Memorial Library from the drop-down menu and enter your library card number. Browse for passes and available offers for the upcoming three months. You can also search for offers by date, attraction name or location. 

For Museum Adventure Passes find Arlington Heights Memorial Library to see which passes are currently available. Most passes are

New babies come with a lot of questions! Come to the library's Bumps & Babies Resource Fair to find some answers. Many local businesses will be there to share their resources for growing families and expectant parents. All visitors will have an opportunity to register for a giveaway of generously donated items from area businesses. Drop in.

Last call for local businesses! There are still a few tables available; please call the library at 847-392-0100 or email kids@ahml.info.

Date and time: Saturday, April 6, 10 a.m.-noon
Location: Hendrickson Room
Drop in.

In 2024, Women's History Month celebrates "Women Who Advocate for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion." The theme recognizes women throughout the country who understand that, for a positive future, we need to eliminate bias and discrimination from our lives and institutions. By actively highlighting women's experiences and achievements in historical narratives, we ensure that their stories are remembered and celebrated. This collection of books showcases how women have courageously challenged societal norms, delved into intricate topics and provided a platform for unheard perspectives.Click here to take a look at the booklist.

You can also click here to look at more

Primary Presidential Election: March 19, 2024

Dates to know:

• March 19: Election Day; voter registration available at your voting location
• March 19: Last day mail ballots can be postmarked
• March 14:  Last day to request a mail ballot
• March 4 to March 18: Early voting period; voter registration available at designated Early Voting locations
• March 3: Last day to register to vote by online application
• February 20: Last day to register to vote by paper application

If you are interested in becoming an election judge to work on election day, you can apply online.

Presidential Election: November 5, 2024

Dates to know:

• November

It’s a brand-new day in Kids’ World! Step inside and come discover new ways to play and learn as the library begins 2024 with a totally reimagined and refreshed Kids’ World space designed to meet the growing needs of its youngest customers, their families and caregivers.   

“The vision for the Kids’ World refresh is to create flexible, interactive and experiential learning zones dedicated to specific age groups with resources and activities to meet their developmental needs and interests,” said Trixie Dantis, Youth Services Manager. “We are committed to offering equal access to learning and socialization opportunities, through free, open-ended exploratory

Black History Month honors the achievements, rich culture and history of African Americans and recognizes the important contributions of Black individuals in society.Black History Month Featured Books
Explore the displays in the library dedicated to Black History Month and visit our featured booklist online, including titles like Black Joy: Stories of Resistance, Resilience, and Restoration by Tracey M. Lewis-Giggetts, The 1619 Project: A New Origin Story by Nikole Hannah-Jones and The New York Times Magazine, and The Young Crusaders: The Untold Story of the Children and Teenagers Who Galvanized the Civil Rights Movement by Vincent P. Franklin.Click

From pickleball sets to Prince Harry's memoir, from the Barbie movie to Elephant and Piggie, the Arlington Heights Memorial Library has compiled a list of some of the most popular books, downloads and things checked out in 2023. Overall circulation of both physical and digital materials combined saw a 4.4 percent increase in 2023. Did your favorite make the list?

Please note, some of the library's most popular materials may require placing a hold while you wait for the item to be returned by another user. Virtually explore some of our most popular collections on the library's Explore the Collection page.

It was a day of coming together at the Makerplace on Monday, January 15 as more than 85 people participated in hands-on service projects for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. 

Community members created dog and cat toys for The Buddy Foundation, put together no-sew blankets for Project Linus, wrote letters for residents at Luther Village, and prepared a taco casserole and an oatmeal chocolate chip bake during a PADS Meal Prep made possible through a partnership with First Presbyterian Church. 

“I knew we wanted to do something to commemorate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day with a service event and this