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Glenside Library
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About Us
Friendly, inviting, innovative and exciting, Glenside Library shares a world of imagination and information with patrons of all ages and cultures. Access thousands of resources to help inspire and enrich your path towards education and discovery.
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Blog
Follow our blog for the latest news, reviews, collection highlights and other important announcements from your friendly Glenside Library staff.
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Board of Trustees
Our Board of Trustees generally meets at 7:00 pm on the third Thursday of each month, unless otherwise noted. Meetings are held in the Board Room and are open to the public. Board members are elected for six-year terms in consolidated April elections.
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Community Display Case
Do you have something you’d like to show off in the library’s display case? Celebrate your interest, community, or culture!
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Contact Us
Call us at 630-260-1550, email us at info@glensidepld.org, use our Live Chat during our business hours, fill out a contact form, or find an email from our directory.
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Donations
Support the mission of Glenside Library through your contributions, whether they are material donations, monetary donations, or planned giving.
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Employment
Glenside Library staff are courteous, knowledgeable, and passionate about assisting our community. We love our jobs so openings are few and far between. That said, if we do have a position available, we will post it to this page and the RAILS Jobs Board.
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FOIA Request
The Illinois Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) provides the public access to public records and public meetings while protecting the legitimate interests of government and the privacy rights of citizens.
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Friends of the Library
Founded in 1986, Friends of the Library is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that raises funds to provide gifts (programs, workshops, giveaways, equipment, and artwork) for Glenside Library.
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History
Without all the staff members, trustees and volunteers the library could not have grown to the beautiful building and grounds we occupy today.
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Location & Hours
We are located near the corner of President and Fullerton at 25 E Fullerton Ave, Glendale Heights, IL 60139. We welcome you with an ample well-lit parking lot. You will find an outside book drop to use at your convenience or for when we are closed.
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Policies
View our Mission Statement, Vision Statement, Values, and Policies that guide the Library Board and staff in decision-making.
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Volunteer
Volunteering at your library is a great way to build your skills and give back to the community. If you can spare an hour or more on a weekly basis, we would love to add you to our team!
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