What could be better than reading a good book? How about discussing that book with others who have read it too?

More than 380 people put this idea into practice at more than 30 book discussions hosted by the Arlington Heights Memorial Library in 2023. Best of all, there are more books to read and always room for more readers to join in to discuss - including you!

If you've considered and haven't yet participated in one of the library's adult book discussions, now may be an ideal time to give it a try as several of our book groups

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 October's report include:

• One Book, One Village a Surefire Hit with the Arlington Heights Community (page 1) 
• Makerplace Celebrates Third Anniversary with an Open House (page 5)
• A Storytime Designed for Our Youngest Library Customers (page 6)
• AHML Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month (page 7)
• Social Worker Program

"A discussion of death is always a discussion of life." - Rebekka James, certified life-cycle celebrant, caregiver and Death Café facilitator
Fiction often mimics life. In this fall’s One Book, One Village title, The Collected Regrets of Clover by Mikki Brammer, the main character, Clover, frequents a Death Café at her local public library to share with others her thoughts and feelings about death. The Arlington Heights Memorial Library also hosts Death Cafés and if these programs had a so-called leading person, it would be Rebekka James.
James facilitates the library’s Death Cafés. It’s a role she has had since

Each October, the library celebrates Inclusion Awareness Month, which recognizes the Arlington Heights Memorial Library’s commitment to connect you to resources and programs, highlights enhancements in accessibility and invites community feedback. Featured programming this month includes a celebration kickoff on Friday, October 4 with a Monster Mash dance party for adults presented in collaboration with Northwest Special Recreation Association, The Chicago Lighthouse Low Vision Products Road Show on October 17, and Our Time Celebration: Active Sensory Fun on October 5. 

With the community’s feedback and guidance, the library continues to improve accessibility. This year we added cane holders at service

The library's October newsletter is available online! Discover what's happening at the Arlington Heights Memorial Library this month including programming and resources for Inclusion Awareness Month and Hispanic Heritage Month, Halloween Fun, One Book, One Village and more.
The online edition includes live links to easily register for your favorite programs and services. Plus, register through our online calendar or call 847-392-0100.

Read the October newsletter here: https://issuu.com/ahml/docs/ahmlnewsletter-october24

From preparing food in a cooking class to engraving a cutting board, repairing household appliances to creating artwork to display in your home, the opportunities to create and learn are endless at the Arlington Heights Memorial Library Makerplace. 

Now celebrating its third year, the Makerplace is the place where Arlington Heights and area residents can learn skills and gain experience to make almost anything. 

The library will celebrate with the community at an Anniversary Party on September 22, from noon-3 p.m. at 112 N. Belmont Ave., where visitors can stop by and explore the free opportunities available, including using the

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 September's report include: 

• The Collected Regrets of Clover Named One Book, One Village Choice for 2024 (page 1) 
• Comiskey Park Documentary Screening Brings Baseball Fans to the Library (page 4) 
• State of the Art Magnifiers Available for Low Vision Users (page 6) 
• Tweens Learn to Sew at

Each year, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15, by celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America.

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Visit our Hispanic Heritage Month page to learn about programs, resources and booklists. 

It's official! The Collected Regrets of Clover by Mikki Brammer has been selected by the Arlington Heights Memorial Library as its 2024 book for its annual community read, One Book, One Village (OBOV). The title was revealed on Friday evening, August 23 during a kickoff party in the library's Hendrickson Room. 

Programs and Exhibits manager Jennifer Czjaka welcomed attendees by saying, "We can't have a community read without readers so thank you for joining us!" With a nod to OBOV celebrating its 11th anniversary, Czjaka shared an entertaining look back at the ten books previously chosen by the library since

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 August's report include:

• Library Floats to New Heights During 2024 Fourth of July Parade (page 1)
• More Than 1,000 Celebrate FanCon at the Library (page 2)
• Youth & Teen Summer Reading a Roaring Success (page 5)
• Cutting-Edge Laser Cutter Now Available at the Makerplace (page 6)
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