GLPLD Summer Newsletter Updated - Jun-Aug 2026 Glenwood-Lynwood Public Library District

Aug 24, 2026

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Summer 2026 programming overview for the Glenwood-Lynwood Public Library District, featuring a Library Passport Adventure across 35 partner libraries, Pen Pals Across the USA for teen and youth letter exchanges, and outdoor and music events such as Housin’ on the Prairie, Jazz on the Lawn, plus a Back to School Drive supporting families. Includes a theme-based Bingo and raffle ticket system and details for specific book clubs and registration access updates.

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Pages12

Reading Time18 min

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Summer Highlights

Library Passport Adventure

Pen Pals Across the USA

Housin’ on the Prairie

Back to School Drive

Jazz on the Lawn

Program Registration Update

Fair & Equitable Access

Summer Fun 2026 Passport to Possibilities

Monthly Activities and Bingo

Brown Bag Book Discussion

Kids’ Comic Club

Faith & Friends Book Discussion

Summer of Sci-Fi Book Club

GLPLD SUMMER NEWSLETTER | JUN-AUG 2026 Glenwood-Lynwood Public Library District | SUMMER HIGHLIGHTS
SEE PAGES 2, 3, 9, & 10 | | | IMPORTANT UPDATE TO REGISTRATION
SEE PAGE 3 | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | | | | | | | SUMMER FUN 2026
JUNE 6-AUGUST 1
SEE PAGE 3 FOR DETAILS! | | | SUMMER HIGHLIGHTS LIBRARY PASSPORT ADVENTURE Tuesday, May 26-Saturday, September 5 Visit 35 participating public libraries across the Chicago Suburbs and see what each one has to offer-unique collections, programs, spaces, and more! Pick up your Passport at your home library and get it stamped when you visit a new library. For every 5 different libraries you visit, you’ll earn one raffle entry. Keep exploring all summer long-the more libraries you visit, the more chances to win! PEN PALS ACROSS THE USA This summer, the library is connecting teens and youth with pen pals from libraries all over the United States—part of a growing network with 40+ libraries and hundreds of participants! Stop by on or before June 15 to fill out a quick questionnaire and get matched. You’ll exchange letters through your pen pal’s library, building connections, sharing stories, and discovering new places—one envelope at a time. HOUSIN’ON THE PRAIRIE Friday, June 26 | 6 PM-9 PM Get ready to dance the night away! Live DJ sets, Food & drinks for purchase, & Dancing Under the Stars! Bring your lawn chairs, wear your best festival fit, and let’s party Chicago-style! BACK TO SCHOOL DRIVE Drop-off: July 13-July 31 | During Library Hours Pick-up: Friday, August 7 | 10 AM (while supplies last!) Shop and donate gently used school uniforms for free! Help students get ready for the school year while supporting local families. All sizes welcome, please make sure ALL donations are clean! JAZZ ON THE LAWN Friday, August 21 | 6:30 PM-8:30 PM Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy live jazz music in a relaxed, outdoor setting. Whether you’rea longtime jazz lover or just looking for a peaceful night out, this event offers the perfect blend of music, atmosphere, and community. Food and Drink will be available for purchase. Ages 21+ 2 Glenwood-Lynwood Public Library District Help us celebrate this year’s theme by exploring activities both inside and outside the Library for a season full of fun! Getting started is easy: • Play Bingo: Pick up your Bingo Sheet starting June 8. New sheets will be available each month and for each age group. July sheets will be available starting July 1. • Earn Raffle Tickets: Attend Library programs and/or complete activities to earn BINGO (see your Bingo sheet for details). Earn your first raffle ticket and take home a special prize! • Enter Prize Drawings: Return your completed Bingo sheets to the Library by August 1 for a chance to win exciting prizes! Each time you get BINGO, you increase your chances of winning! Youth participants are eligible for youth prizes, and adults for adult prizes. Be sure to follow us on Facebook or stop by the Library display case to preview the prizes you could win! PROGRAM REGISTRATION UPDATE FAIR & EQUITABLE ACCESS This early access window gives our cardholders the first opportunity to register for two-thirds of the available spots in popular adult and senior programs before registration opens to all patrons. How it Works: • 15th -22nd of each month: Registration is in-person only for Glenwood-Lynwood cardholders in good standing. • After the 22nd: Registration opens online and by phone for everyone, regardless of residency. • Youth and teen programs are not affected. Upcoming Registration Dates: • June Programs:--May 15-May 22 (in person, cardholders only)--Opens to all May 26 • July Programs:--June 15-June 22 (in person, cardholders only)--Opens to all June 26 • August Programs:--July 15–July 22 (in person, cardholders only)--Opens to all July 23 We appreciate your support as we work to make program access more balanced and welcoming for all!

FAQs

What is the Library Passport Adventure and how do participants earn raffle entries?

Visit participating libraries across the Chicago suburbs and collect stamps in the Passport. For every 5 different libraries visited, participants earn one raffle entry.

When does early registration for popular adult and senior programs begin, and how is it handled?

Registration opens with an early access window for Glenwood-Lynwood cardholders in good standing, in-person only from the 15th to the 22nd of each month. After the 22nd, registration opens online and by phone for everyone.

What are the monthly club dates and limits for the book discussion programs listed?

Each listed program runs on its specified monthly day/time and has a limit of 12 attendees. Examples include Brown Bag Book Discussion (Second Tuesday, 1 PM–3 PM) and Summer of Sci-Fi Book Club (Thursdays, 6 PM–7:30 PM).

Aug 24, 2026

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