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People walk in a library near a glass room with bookshelves and a clock on the wall.

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A spacious, modern library with colorful furniture, bookshelves, and a reading area under a bright ceiling.

Children's playroom with green couches, low tables, toys, and a large window with a view of trees and overcast skies.

A modern, colorful office lounge area with people sitting and standing, featuring tables, chairs, and a computer station.

A spacious library with computer stations, book shelves, and people walking and browsing.

People explore a brightly lit library with wood and glass elements, looking at books and interacting with displays.

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Children's section of a library with colorful murals, bookshelves, seating, activity tables, and a play area on the wall.

Modern library space with computers, a chalkboard wall, shelves of books, and two people sitting and talking at a table.

Two people sit in a modern library lounge area with a fireplace, bookshelves, and blue chairs.

A small conference room with a white table, six chairs, a whiteboard on the wall, and green painted walls.

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Photographer: McShane Fleming Studios

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Friendly, inviting, innovative and exciting, Glenside Library shares a world of imagination and information with patrons of all ages and cultures.

Mission Statement

Glenside Library strives to be responsive to the changing needs and interests of the community.

Vision Statement

What People Are Saying:

I love Glenside Library; it’s such a great community resource. Not only do they have a great collection, there are tons of programs for all age ranges. Also, with your library card, you have access to online books and audiobooks through Hoopla. I can’t say enough great things about our library. They care about our community.

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April H.

Library User

Very kind and creative team. I moved to Carol Stream and still come to Glenside Library because you can’t find this service anywhere. Free printing, great resources, great programs, great workshops for all ages, and best of all; the ethnic groups, which strongly ranges in Glendale Heights is respected.

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Maria H.

Reciprocal User

Very impressed with this library. They have many new releases and a huge selection of DVDs. So glad to have this resource in the community.

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Shawn C.

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Monday	9 AM – 9 PM
Tuesday	9 AM – 9 PM
Wednesday	9 AM – 9 PM
Thursday	9 AM – 9 PM
Friday	9 AM – 7 PM
Saturday	9 AM – 5 PM
Sunday	1 PM – 5 PM