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Whether you're looking to learn Excel for work, a new language for travel or quilting to help create a family heirloom, you can build new skills with the help of the library's online learning resources.
Udemy
Offers over 3,500 on-demand video tutorials covering technology (Office, Windows, and Mac OS, coding, etc.), business and management, languages, job and career skills, arts, hobbies and personal growth.
Gale Courses
In-depth, instructor-led, six-week classes on tech topics, health care training, business/accounting, personal development, law, test prep and more.
Creativebug
More than 1,000 award-winning art and craft video classes taught by recognized
What books have shaped your life or made an impact? That's the question 24 community members and leaders in Arlington Heights were asked. Influencers of Arlington Heights, and the Books That Influenced Them is an exhibit on display on the library's first floor featuring six local influencers, four times a year, and the books that inspire them. From the profound to the humorous, informative to reflective, here are their picks. Stop by to pick up one of these titles from the library's collection, or place one on hold to pick up at the library, bookmobile or drive-up window. Click on
Black History Month honors the achievements, rich culture and history of African Americans and recognizes the important contributions of Black individuals in our society. Celebrate Black History Month with these staff-created booklists. Explore movies and music, books by Black authors, African American history, novels, mysteries, biographies, memoirs and more by checking out our list of featured titles for February:
On Monday, January 20, 2025, we celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a leader whose vision for equality and justice continues to inspire. In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the library has curated a special booklist featuring works on Dr. King's life, the Civil Rights Movement, and the ongoing fight for social justice. Whether you are discovering his story for the first time or seeking deeper insight, our collection has something for you.
Check out our booklist for Martin Luther King Jr. Day here.
The AARP Foundation Tax-Aide program offers free tax preparation help to anyone with special attention to those over the age of 50 who cannot afford a tax preparation service. Appointments are required and run from early February through mid-April. Schedule an appointment in person at the Info Desk, Second Floor Desk or call 847-392-0100. If you have brokerage statements, please make your appointments for late March or early April. All returns will be e-filed, and you will receive a paper copy of your return. If filing a joint return, both spouses must be present, or bring a signed Power of
Search the catalog for current availability for any of these items. These lists reflect the most checked out items in 2024 in each category.
Adult Fiction
- The Collected Regrets of Clover, Mikki Brammer
- The Women, Kristin Hannah
- The Exchange: After the Firm, John Grisham
- Tom Lake, Ann Patchett
- None of This Is True, Lisa Jewell
- First Lie Wins, Ashley Elston
- Funny Story, Emily Henry
- The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store, James McBride
- The Mystery Guest, Nita Prose
- The Secret: A Jack Reacher Novel, Andrew Child, Lee Child
Adult Nonfiction
- The Woman in Me, Britney Spears
- Oath and Honor: A
New Year, New Goals!
While there is a lot of information on the internet, it can be difficult to know if what you find is credible and accurate. If you are looking for health advice you can trust, the library provides access to credible information on a range of wellness topics with these online resources.
Alt Healthwatch
Alternative health research database focused on complementary, holistic and integrated approaches to wellness, offering the latest information about medicine and therapies.
Consumer Health Complete
Consumer-oriented information and articles on health conditions, medications and alternative treatments.
ConsumerLab
Reviews on health conditions, medications and alternative
The Arlington Heights Memorial Library (AHML) is the community's place to read, learn and gather! Each month, the library compiles a director's report which highlights the most recent statistics and trends in library usage, programs and other initiatives that impact our community and support the library's overall strategic goals and plan. Highlights from December's report include:
- Youth Services Staff Member Receives National Honor (page 1)
- AHML Marks Veterans Day with Programs & Displays (page 3)
- Vinyl Sticker Printer Coming Soon to Makerplace Equipment Lineup (page 4)
- AHML Brings Back Día de los Muertos Celebration (page 5)
- Over 100 Job Seekers
Thank you to all of our customers, staff and community groups who helped contribute to the Arlington Heights Memorial Library's 2024 Holiday Book Drive!
This year more than 740 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 Country Club Women’s Golf Association and the Lakeshore Circle Book Club for their very generous donations.
The library book drive has provided 24,704 books to children and teens in need since 1998. Thank you again for helping provide the gift of literacy to our community
The best books entertain us, educate us on important topics, keep us turning pages into the wee hours or provide us with a welcome escape. Check out what our Info Advisors loved reading in 2024.
- Danielle's Best Books of 2024
- Eunice's Best Books of 2024
- Joan's Best Books of 2024
- Jon's Best Books of 2024
- Lucy's Best Books of 2024
- Sherri's Best Books of 2024
To explore more booklists, visit ahml.info/services/readers_services or to get a custom list of books based on your reading preferences, visit ahml.info/book-me.Favorite Things: The Best Books of 2024Wednesday, December 11, 7-8 p.m. /