Welcome

The building is open for Glenview residents only. Mon-Fri: 9 AM-9 PM | Sat: 9 AM-5 PM | Sun: ClosedThe Library building is open for limited in-person services to Glenview residents only. This temporary measure helps us keep building capacity low and maintain a safe environment for staff and patrons while allowing access to materials and reducing wait time at the Drive-Up Window. Visitors can browse the collections and check out materials to enjoy at home, and should expect to:

  • Show a Glenview library card, driver’s license, or other proof of Glenview residency upon entry.
  • Keep visits limited to one hour.
  • Wear a face covering at all times.
  • Maintain at least 6 feet apart from others.
  • Accompany children under 13 years of age.
  • 9 AM to 10 AM reserved for vulnerable patrons.

We continue to evaluate Library services based upon guidance from the Illinois Department of Public Health. We are cautiously optimistic that we will be able to expand in-person services soon. In the meantime, the drive-up, remote, and virtual services listed below remain available. Thank you for your patience and support! Learn more.

The Long Shadow: A Virtual Movie Screening and Live Director Q&A

Join filmmaker Frances Causey for a live conversation and Q&A to discuss her acclaimed documentary The Long Shadow where she investigates the roots of racism and the legacy of slavery. To watch the move: visit thelongshadowfilm.com/libraries to stream the film anytime between Friday, February 19 and Friday, February 26 or watch anytime on kanopy at www.glenview.kanopy.com. Register here.

Co-sponsored by multiple Illinois libraries and held in partnership with Racial Awareness in the North Shore (RAIN), Together is Better Alliance (TiBA).

Reading Is a Window

Our annual Winter Reading Program has begun! Find out more.

Building Hours

Monday-Friday, 9 AM to 9 PM
Saturday, 9 AM to 5 PM
Sunday Closed

Drive-Up Window

The Drive-Up Window will be open the same hours as the building.

All external book drops are open for returning materials 24/7. 

Phone and Email Service

Staff is here and happy to help you with account questions, research assistance, technology help, book, movie and music recommendations, and more! We can help by phone, chat, Zoom, and/or email Just call 847-729-7500 or email during the Library hours as listed above.

Free Parking Lot WiFi

With our recently boosted WiFi signal, you can now get online while parked in our lot. No need to come into the building!

Laptops for Checkout

Laptops are now available for checkout from the Drive-Up Window for a four-hour loan. Borrow one laptop per day per person after signing a one-time liability waiver at the Drive-Up Window. Return your laptop to the Window before the Library closes. Laptops can be reserved but not renewed. Available for Glenview Library cardholders 18 and older only.

Online Temporary Card Registration

Don’t have a Glenview Public Library Card yet? Start the process by signing up online to be able to access our online databases, ebooks and eaudiobooks. Then within the next 30 days, if you would like to complete the process and receive a library card, please contact Tammy Tomasello, (847) 729-7500 x2217, so she may assist you.

As a civic institution with a core value of providing a welcoming environment to all members of our community, the Library recognizes its role in advancing social justice through education and engagement. To that end, staff have compiled a list of anti-racism resources to foster dialogue to encourage compassion, respect for human dignity, and equity for all. View list here.