Welcome

Library building and drive-up window are open! Mon-Fri: 9AM-9PM | Sat: 9 AM-5 PM | Sun: ClosedThe Library building is open to all visitors to browse the collections and check out materials to enjoy at home. We continue to monitor building capacity and ask that visitors take the following precautions when visiting:

  • 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.
  • Monday-Friday 9-10 AM reserved for vulnerable patrons.

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 remain available. Thank you for your patience and support! Learn more.

COVID-19 Vaccine Informational Program

Thursday, March 11 at 7 PM via Zoom 

Learn about the effectiveness of the COVID-19 vaccine, differences between the approved vaccines, known side effects, and the rollout of the vaccine at NorthShore HealthSystem. Presented by Jeff Thiel, Assistant Vice President, Pharmacy at NorthShore University HealthSystem in partnership with the Northbrook Public Library. Participants will be invited to ask questions. 

This event will be held live using Zoom. Once you have registered, please check your email the morning of the program for a link. Register Here 

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.