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Taíno Vive: Caribbean Indigenous Resistance Exhibit
Experience the powerful story of the Taíno people in this bilingual exhibition from the Smithsonian Institution of Traveling Exhibition Services.
A New Accessibility Ramp Finished
This August, a new accessibility ramp opened at our central location on the east side of the building. Built in 1998, the building has an accessible main entrance on the west side, conveniently located near the parking lot.
Level Up Your Advocacy
Visit our Level Up Your Advocacy display on the Library’s second floor from July 7 through August 31 and share why you think libraries are important.
Parking Lot Closed Friday, July 4
We are re-striping the parking lot at the Central Library on Friday, July 4.
- The parking lot will be closed.
- The Drive-up Book Drop will be closed.
- A walk-up Return Bin will be on the east side of the building, accessible from the sidewalk only.
- Remember, we are FINE FREE! You can keep your materials until the next day or drop them off at either of our branches.
June is LGBTQ+ Pride Month
Pride Month is a nationally recognized celebration honoring the history, achievements, and contributions of the LGBTQ+ community.
Asian American and Pacific Islander Month
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. We have organized several programs to celebrate the Asian American and Pacific Islander communities.
Martyl Langsdorf Restored Artwork Installed
If you’ve lived in Schaumburg for a while and know a bit about the Village’s history, chances are you’ve heard of the Schweiker House, the blooming peony gardens, and Martyl Langsdorf—a notable Chicago-based artist. In 1956, Martyl and her husband, physicist Alexander Langsdorf, purchased the Schweiker House, a National Historic Landmark designed by Paul Schweikher, right here in Schaumburg.
National Library Week
National Library Week: April 6 through 12—is a time to celebrate and acknowledge the tremendous value libraries across the nation offer our communities and how they create safe places to learn, grow, and connect. The American Library Association has themed "Drawn to the Library" this year to encourage people to discover (or rediscover) what draws them.
We've planned some fun interaNational Library Weekctive ways for you to help us celebrate. Visit the Central Library to share your favorite books with us, and vote for a fun name for our book carts!
A New Library Catalog and App
We rolled out a brand-new library catalog with a fresh, user-friendly interface. Searching for your favorite books, placing holds, and discovering new titles will be easier than ever. Our staff is fully trained and happy to assist you.
Local Author Fair
Saturday, March 8 • Noon - 3 p.m. • Central Workshop • Drop in
Join us for our popular fair showcasing local authors. Meet fiction and nonfiction authors writing for youth, teens, and adults, including some titles in Spanish and Gujarati. Many of the authors appearing this year are award-winning authors from these categories: Bram Stoker Award winner, NPR Best Book List, Ray Bradbury Creative Writing Prize, Illinois Indie Author Project “Soon to be Famous” Award, and more.
Valentine’s Day Recommendations
Celebrate love this Valentine’s Day with our curated list of romantic movies and books. From timeless classics to modern favorites, find the perfect love story at the library!
Free Tax Prep Info
It's tax season!
If you're looking for filing help, there are options available, often for free dependent on your income level. We've compiled a list of some helpful sources.
Two-Sentence Spooky Story Winners
We invited our patrons to write a two-sentence scary story in October, and we received 385 entries! That’s a lot of local talent and we really enjoyed reading through all the frightening tales.
Arcade Age Exhibit
Checkout The Arcade Age exhibit at the Central Library from September 27 to January 5th! This exhibit explores the history of video games through exhibits and gameplay, just as they were intended to be experienced - in an arcade!
Wireless Printing
We now offer wireless printing. Send a print job to the Library directly from your laptop, phone, or tablet - even from home!