November 12, 2024
Dear Friend,
This year has brought so much change and excitement to the Lake Bluff Public Library. As the Friends of the Lake Bluff Library, we are dedicated to supporting our local library in its mission to provide vital services and resources to our community. The library is a gem in our community and is facing financial needs as our community grows.
The Library currently has an open position for a Reference and Circulation Manager. Visit our Employment page for more information and application instructions.
Lake Bluff Library will be temporarily pausing its passport, notary, curbside pickup, and voter registration services after October 10, 2024, due to ongoing challenges with staff capacity and availability. While these services are an important part of our commitment to the community, the current staffing constraints make it necessary to suspend them at this time.
The Lake Bluff Public Library has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Executive Search Services to recruit, interview, and select a full-time Library Director. The Library is inviting qualified firms to submit proposals by October 18, 2024, as it seeks an experienced partner to guide the search process.
At the Lake Bluff Public Library Board of Trustees meeting on Tuesday, September 17, Trustees voted unanimously to extend the current Hours Pilot an additional six months through March 31, 2025. The Library’s Hours Pilot was originally launched on January 1, 2024 with the goal of aligning the Library’s operating hours with current staffing levels, building usage trends, and budgetary challenges.
Do you love Lake Bluff Library? Are you motivated by public service and want to support the Lake Bluff community? Then, we need you to run for office as an elected Library Board Trustee!
Requirements
Duties
As a member of the Lake Bluff Library Board of Trustees, you will:
On September 17, the Lake Bluff Public Library Board of Trustees unanimously voted to approve the appointment of David J. Seleb as Interim Library Director. Seleb will replace Renee Grassi, who announced her resignation earlier this month after serving as Library Director since January 2023.
Renee Grassi, Library Director of Lake Bluff Public Library, shared her resignation with the Library Board of Trustees on August 26. Her last day with Lake Bluff Library will be September 20. Ms. Grassi has accepted the position of Assistant Director at Wilmette Public Library.
Storytime at the Library is one of the best parts of growing up in Lake Bluff! Gather with friends, neighbors, and your favorite librarians for books, songs, fingerplays, crafts, music, dancing, play, and fun!
Baby & Me
Tuesdays from 10:30 – 11am
9/10, 9/17, 9/24, 10/1, 10/8, 10/15
Join us with your littlest ones for this laid-back program. Children will listen to a short story, then socialize, play with age appropriate toys, and listen to music. Chat with other grown-ups while the kids play. Ages 0 – 2 with an Adult. Drop-in; no registration necessary.
Celebrate Library Card Sign-up Month this September with Lake Bluff Public Library! People across the country are invited to discover the incredible incredible resources and opportunities available at your local library by signing up for a free library card.
Today’s public libraries are vibrant community centers offering books and so much more! Whether you're looking to enhance your skills, find valuable information, or connect with fellow avid readers, a Lake Bluff Library card unlocks a world of possibilities.
