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The Friends of the Park Ridge Library will host its annual Spring Book Sale in the first floor meeting room at the Library on Saturday, May 7, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. A special Preview Night is open to members of the Friends of the Library on Friday, May 6, from 4 to 7 p.m. Friends of the Library memberships can be purchased online at the door on Preview Night starting at $25 for an individual membership; cash or check is accepted. A Half-Price Sale will be held Sunday, May 8, Noon to 2 pm

Classic Film Series returns for part 3 of Legends of Laughter

Feb 23, 2022 03:38 PM

Screwball comedies on the bill featuring Stewart, Lombard and more

Library hosts bestselling author Jasmine Guillory

Feb 09, 2022 11:55 AM

Second in Illinois Libraries Presents author talk series

The Library will be closed December 24, 25 and 31, and January 1.

Have a safe and happy holiday season!

Friends of the Library to begin accepting donations January 2

Dec 03, 2021 09:43 AM

Donation of books and media paused for holiday season

The Library will close at 6 p.m. on Nov. 24 and will be closed all day on Thanksgiving.

Nov 19, 2021 02:11 PM

Normal hours of 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. will resume Friday.

Library announces Winter Reading Club dates with Winterfest giveaway

Nov 17, 2021 11:12 AM

Hot cocoa kits for kids and teens, mugs for adults while supplies last

Central Parking Lot closed through mid-December

Sep 27, 2021 10:03 AM

Drive-thru dropboxes are now located in Triangle lot at Summit & Touhy Avenues

Library Closed Sunday & Monday for Memorial Day

Library is closed Sunday, May 30, and Monday, May 31. Drive-up book drops will be closed, please use the drop next to the front doors.

Our first floor reopens May 10 at 2 p.m. Please enter Library at main entrance on Prospect.

Touhy entrance serves as emergency exit only.

Library to close for electrical work May 3 through 5

Building will reopen at 2 p.m. on Thursday, May 6

Library Board seeks nominations for annual Library Award

Nominations due May 28

Celebrate National Craft Month with us

Kits for adults, teens and kids

An update on the life safety compliance project

Mar 24, 2021 05:47 PM

Parking lot excavation work underway

A message about our plans to resume in-person services

Jan 22, 2021 04:30 PM

Computer appointments to begin February 1

There's "snow better time to read" than winter

Dec 15, 2020 01:44 PM

Winter Reading Club, scavenger hunt kick off Dec. 21

Library dropboxes closed on Thanksgiving Day

Nov 23, 2020 04:08 PM

Dropboxes will reopen Friday, Nov. 27

Public access to Library building has been suspended.

Patrons can use contact-free pickup service to get Library materials.

Look to the Library for remote learning help, new programs

Sep 14, 2020 04:25 PM

Kids can whip up a snack, teens can test Hunger Games knowledge in new programs

An update on our returns processes

Sep 03, 2020 04:57 PM

Patrons may see notifications for items already returned. Here's why.

The Library will be closed Sunday, 9/5, and Monday, 9/6, for Labor Day.

Sep 03, 2020 10:30 AM

Please have a safe and happy holiday weekend.

Catalog Unavailable Sat. 9/5 - Wed. 9/9

From late Friday night 9/4 until Wed., 9/9, the catalog will be unavailable as Palatine and Grayslake Public Libraries join our catalog.

Library catalog offline Labor Day weekend

Sep 01, 2020 06:01 PM

Consortium adding two new libraries to ILL system

A message about our phased reopening

Jul 16, 2020 07:15 PM

From Library Director Heidi Smith

Our contact-free pickup service and drop box will be closed Friday, July 3rd, and Saturday, July 4th for the holiday.

Jul 01, 2020 02:42 PM

Have a safe and happy Independence Day!

Library now accepting returns

Jun 18, 2020 02:12 PM

Dropbox open during designated hours

Contact-free materials pickup begins June 1

May 28, 2020 09:07 PM

Pickups will be by appointment only

Library Board of Trustees planning for contact-free materials pickup

May 20, 2020 12:10 PM

Staff is gearing up for a June 1 start date pending State of IL order

Ancestry Library Edition free through June

Genealogy research could result in great Mother's, Father's Day gift

Library building to remain closed. Virtual services and contact-free pickup are open!

We will not be collecting returns at this time. Stay connected with us for information on new virtual programs and more.

Let's Stay Connected

Our building is closed, but our staff is still available for you. Please contact us via our website or at librarydirector@prpl.org with any questions or for help with our online resources.

Library to Close through April 7

Any overdue fines will be waived through May 1.

All Library Programs Canceled Through March 31

Decision following guidance regarding social distancing from Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Youth Art Month in March

We are showcasing the work of young artists from local elementary and middle schools in the display case on the second floor.

Book Madness is Underway

Voting now open for annual literary tournament of titles

The Library will be closed for staff training all day Friday, 1/31.

For access to Board discussion of strategic planning, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., please knock on our front doors and a staff member will direct you to the meeting.

The Library will be closed on Tuesday, December 31 and Wednesday, January 1 for New Year's

We will reopen at 9:00 am on Thursday, January 2.

The Library will be closed on Tuesday, December 24 and Wednesday, December 25 for Christmas.

We will reopen at 9:00 am on Thursday, December 26.

Late opening on Friday, December 6 at 11 am.

The Library will have a late opening on Friday, December 6 at 11:00 am.

The Library closes at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 27 and is closed on Thanksgiving Day.

All book drops will close at 6 p.m. on Wednesday and reopen at 7 a.m. on Friday. We will be open on Friday, November 29 from 9:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M.

Winter Giving programs underway

Library partners with local agencies to collect donations

Library to Host Santa at City Hall, Nov. 29

Tickets available night of event, beginning at 5 p.m.

Friends of the Library hosts Fall Book Sale, Nov. 9 & 10

Members' Only Preview Night slated for Nov. 8

Emmy-winning director to screen "Hot Doug's: The Movie" at library Oct. 29

Documentary covers the final days of the beloved restaurant

Library catalog scheduled for downtime, Oct. 18-21

Addition of 25th library to our consortium requires catalog to be offline

Creepy and Cute: Bats at the Library

Bat educators from Incredible Bats, Inc., bring their furry friends to Library

Nearly 240 cards issued during Library Card Sign-up Month

Annual celebration drew 150+ new adult cardholders

The Library will be closed for the Labor Day holiday!

Sunday, September 1 and Monday, September 2.

Record numbers take part in Summer Reading Clubs

Aug 29, 2019 12:20 PM

Park Ridge Library patrons kept their eyes on the prize -- and their reading goals -- with this year's Summer Reading Clubs.

Library Board of Trustees names new officers, members

Jul 25, 2019 03:51 PM

Library Board of Trustees names new officers

Friends of the Park Ridge Library to host Pop-up Book Sale

Friends of the Park Ridge Library will host its annual Summer Pop-up Book Sale during Taste of Park Ridge

Summer Reading Clubs mascot launched

Funky Monkey is on a mission to visit various local businesses to raise awareness of the Park Ridge Library's Summer Reading Club.

2019 Library Award Winners

The Annual Library Award recognizes Adult Services volunteer Gerry Zwicky and Library Facility Manager John Priala

Summer Reading Clubs 2019

"A Universe of Stories" – Summer Reading Clubs for Kids, Teens & Adults. Now through August 18.

Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale

Come browse our great selection of gardening books, cookbooks, fiction, collectors' items and more!

2019 Book Madness - Who Will Win?

Join us in a literary version of "March Madness" for adults, teens and kids grades 4 - 5. Voting now open.

Main Entrance and Children's Services NOW OPEN!

The Library's main entrance on Prospect Avenue is now open and Children's Services has relocated to their newly renovated space on the first floor.

Nominations for Library Award Now Open

The Park Ridge Public Library's Board of Trustees is seeking nominations for the Annual Library Award. The award honors an individual or group who has provided extraordinary service to the Library.

Early Closing Due to Weather 2/5

Due to inclement weather, the Library is closing at 5 pm today, Tuesday, February 5. Please check our website for the most up to date information.

Due to the weather, the Library will close at 7pm 1/29 and only be open 10am-5pm on 1/30

All Wednesday Library programs are cancelled. Materials that were due January 29th, January 30th, and January 31st are now due February 1st.

Library Renovation Update 1/18/19

Based on information received from our general contractor, in two weeks we will re-open our Prospect Avenue entrance.

Due to inclement weather, the Library will open at 1 p.m. on Saturday, 1/19/19

Check our website for updates!

Children's Collections Are Moving to Their New Home

Staff can retrieve items for you from all collections, but some Children's collections are currently unavailable for browsing.

Children's Collections on the Move!

Some Children's collections are unavailable for browsing.

Catalog Unavailable Starting Friday afternoon 1/11

From Friday afternoon, 1/11 until Tuesday, 1/15, the catalog will be unavailable as we prepare to have the Morton Grove Public Library join our catalog.

Catalog Downtime January 11-15

From Friday afternoon, January 11 until Tuesday, January 15, the catalog will be down as we prepare to have the Morton Grove Public Library join our catalog.

Giving Opportunities in Park Ridge

Make a difference this holiday season.

The Library closes at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 21 and is closed on Thanksgiving Day.

All bookdrops will close at 6 p.m. on Wednesday and reopen at 7 a.m. on Friday. We will be open Friday, November 23 from 9:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M.

Looking for the Perfect Gift this Holiday Season?

Our staff recommends some of their favorites you can check out and try before you buy!

Curbside Delivery for Holds

After you place your holds online or by phone, you can pick them up curbside. It is as easy as 1-2-3.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 8 - LIBRARY OPENS AT NOON

NEW ENTRANCE ON 2ND FLOOR OFF OF TOUHY. PROSPECT ENTRANCE CLOSED THROUGH END OF CONSTRUCTION.

Try Book Match!

Are you in a reading rut? Overwhelmed by all the choices? Want to discover new authors? We can help!

Buy a Brick by September 15

Don't wait until next year to commemorate a loved one with a brick in the Library's Reading Garden.

Your Library Card: Access to Curated Information

Whether you are looking for a book recommendation, researching a topic or discovering what the community has to offer, the Library offers curated information that reflects the needs and interests of Park Ridge.

Phase 1 Down and Two to Go

Phase 1 is now completed and we are starting Phase 2. See what is changing.

The Library's Second Floor is Closed to the Public - Thank you for your continued patience.

We're moving things around before opening the newly renovated Phase 1 areas. Phone for up-to-date info 847-825-3123. Staff are available on the 1st floor to help you get materials.

The Library is closed on Wednesday, July 18.

To ensure the peace of mind of library staff and patrons, we are closing for asbestos abatement in a small staff area.

Construction Update

Asbestos abatement company hired to remove tile in small staff area on Wednesday, July 18.

Summer Pop-Up Programs

Check back for our next Pop-Up Program date!

Indians Cede the Land Mural by George Melville Smith

Please join us at our upcoming committee and board meetings to share your comments regarding placement of this historical piece of art.

You're Invited Sunday, May 6, 1-3 pm

Join us in welcoming our new director, Heidi Smith and learn about Renovation 2018.

The New Catalog is Live!

Apr 17, 2018 02:04 PM

Our consortium (CCS) just transitioned to a new library catalog. Check out the new look and features!

New Catalog Coming April 17

During the week of April 16, our consortium (CCS) will be transitioning to a new library catalog. Check out the new look and features!

Community Invited to Meet Library Director Candidate

Thursday, March 15 at 6:30 p.m. in the first floor meeting room at Park Ridge Public Library.

2018 Book Madness - Who Will Win?

Join us in a literary version of "March Madness" for adults, teens and kids grades 4 - 5. Voting now open.

Tenth Classic Film Series March 1 - April 12

This year’s series explores the golden age of British comedy through the films of Ealing Studios.

Renovation Targeted to Start in May

Board of Trustees approved furniture, fixtures and equipment portion of renovation.

We will be closed Friday, February 23 for Staff Development Day!

The book drop will be open and our digital collection of books, movies, music and more is available online 24/7. We re-open 9:00 a.m. Saturday.

The Eighth Wonder Turns 85: King Kong Exhibit at the Park Ridge Public Library

Park Ridge is honoring the 85th anniversary of King Kong (1933) with a special exhibit at the Library through the end of February and a showing of the film at the Pickwick Theatre on March 15.

Park Ridge Public Library Renovation Plans to Move Forward

The Library Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting at 7:00 p.m. on January 23 in the Library’s third floor meeting room to review the construction contract.

Library Photo Shoot

Join us at the Library for a Photo Shoot!

Friends of the Library Winter Book Sale 2018

Join the Friends of the Library for their Winter Book Sale

And the Award Goes to...

Annual Library Award Nominations Now Open

Come see the Christmas Village

Stop by the Library's second floor lobby to see this miniature array of houses, trees, rivers, mountains, people and woodland creatures.

Holiday Giving Opportunities at the Library

'Tis the Season to Give to the Community

View Your Halloween Green Screen Photos

Check out the cool Halloween pictures!

Support the Friends Fall Book Sale

Join us on Saturday, November 4 and Sunday, November 5. Preview night for Friends members is Friday, November 3.

StoryWalk Back Up at Wildwood Nature Center

We are happy to announce that the StoryWalk®, "Harry the Dirty Dog," will be on display through October 23.

StoryWalk Removed Due to Vandalism

The fall StoryWalk® at Wildwood Nature Center had to be taken down 9/18.

Take a Fall StoryWalk at Wildwood Nature Center

On display from September 15 through October 23.

Loan period extended for books due over the holiday weekend

The return drops were inadvertently locked over the holiday weekend. We apologize for the inconvenience...

Library Closed September 3 & 4 for Labor Day

The drive-up book drops will be closed, please use the drop next to the front doors.

Super Card! Get It! Use It! Win Prizes!

Unleash the powers of a Park Ridge Library card during September. Check out this week's prizes.

Park Ridge Reads Junior Edition

We invite kids and teens (grades 4 – 8) and their families to read the book Ghost by Jason Reynolds, a 2016 National Book Award Finalist for Young People’s Literature.

30 Ways to Use Your Library Card In September

Access 200,000 books and a half million downloadables, borrow from the Exploration Library, use databases and attend programs with your Super Card.

Hope You Had Fun at the PRPL Block Party

The winner of the PRPL Trivia Contest will be notified the week of July 24. And the answers are...

Celebrate Summer at the Park Ridge Public Library Block Party July 23

The Park Ridge Public Library is hosting its second annual Block Party on Sunday, July 23 from noon until 3:00 p.m.

Library Closing at 6 p.m. - Monday, July 3

Library will close early on Monday, July 3 for the Independence Day celebrations.

Library Closed Tuesday, July 4

The drive-up book drops will be closed, please use the drop next to the front doors.

Summer Reading Clubs 2017

Build Your World with Books 2017 – Summer Reading Clubs for Kids, Teens & Adults Now through August 13 Enhance your summer fun and explore your world by joining one of the Library’s Summer Reading Clubs. By “Building Your World with Books” you can broaden your horizons and have the opportunity to win some great prizes (sponsored by the Friends of the Library). Summer reading clubs are fun for all ages! Online registration coming soon!

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