Summer is a great time to explore the many community events in Arlington Heights! Head outdoors and join the Arlington Heights Memorial Library around town at these upcoming events.
Visit the Bookmobile at the Farmers Market
Saturdays, July 20, August 3 and August 17 / N. Vail Ave. and W. Fremont St.
Stop by and visit the bookmobile at the Arlington Heights Farmers Market, every other Saturday through October 12, from 8 a.m. to noon. The farmers market is located at N. Vail Ave. and W. Freemont St. Drop by, pick out some books and discover what's new at the library.
Library Pop-ups at the Farmers Market
The library also hosts special pop-up events at the Farmers Market on select Saturdays from 9-11 a.m. including:
August 3: ESL & Literacy Services
August 31: Makerplace at the Market
Join us at these upcoming community events:
Misión San Juan Diego Festival
Sunday, July 28, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. / Misión San Juan Diego, 2323 N. Wilke Rd.
Join the library's booth and the bookmobile and enjoy some great food and entertainment.
National Night Out
Thursday, August 1, 5:30-8:30 p.m. / North School Park, N. Evergreen Ave. and E. Eastman St.
Enjoy a great night of family fun and entertainment, visit the library's booth, connect with staff and hop on the bookmobile at National Night Out.
Dog Days of Summer
Saturday, August 3, 10 a.m.-noon / Canine Commons Dog Park, Melas Park, 1500 W. Central Rd., Mount Prospect
Celebrate a man's best friend with a party in the park! Bring your dog to meet library staff, local organizations and, of course, other dogs. Enjoy a bandana making station, a selection of toys to play with and treats for the whole family. Located near Canine Commons Dog Park. Does not include entry to the dog park. Permits are required to enter the dog park.
Heritage Fest
Saturday, August 10, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. / Arlington Heights Historical Museum Grounds, 110 W. Fremont St.
Celebrate cultural diversity at Heritage Fest, a free, family-friendly event with performances, food and the opportunity to meet with local cultural organizations. Presented in partnership by the Arlington Heights Memorial Library, Village of Arlington Heights and Arlington Heights Park District.
Northgate Picnic in the Park
Sunday, August 25, 3-5 p.m.
Visit the bookmobile in the E. Burr Oak parking lot near Centennial Park.
Past events:
Pride Month Pop-up
Saturday, June 1, 9-11 a.m.
Join library staff and local organization Glen's Friends for Pride Month-themed activities, giveaways and discover books featuring LGBTQ+ characters and experiences. Local resources supporting the LGBTQ+ community will be available.Discover the Library of Things
Saturday, June 8, 9-11 a.m.
Stop by and check out all the cool things you can borrow from the library -musical instruments, tripods, cameras, games, a light bulb changer, paper shredder, a pickleball set and so much more. Why buy when you can borrow from the Library of Things!
Picnic in the Park
Friday, June 7, 5:30-8 p.m. / North School Park, N. Evergreen Ave. and E. Eastman St.
Visit the bookmobile and get fun summer giveaways.
Arlington Heights Garden Club & Unique Boutique
Sunday, June 23, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. / Arlington Heights Historical Musuem, 110 W. Fremont St.
Visit the library's booth -and don't forget to take a peek at our Butterfly Garden out front of the library on Dunton Street.
Arlington Heights Fourth of July Parade
Thursday, July 4, 10 a.m. / Arlington Heights
Come celebrate and join us at the annual Arlington Heights Fourth of July Parade. The parade steps off at 10 a.m. from Dunton and Oakton and travels South on Dunton (past the library!) to Miner then East to Recreation Park. Look for the library's bookmobile along with this year's parade entry and giveaway celebrating summer reading. Hope you can join us!