Skip to main content
close
font 1 font 2 font 3
Reset to standard size
Font size options
Increase or decrease the font size for this website by clicking on the 'A's.
Yellow on Black White on Black Soft Greys Black on Linen Black on White
Reset to default contrast
Contrast options
Choose a color combination to give the most comfortable contrast.

Service Notice

Reduced Parking In Library Lot Due To Dumpster On Site For Several Months  

Additional Parking Available  
Get Details

Coffee Vending Station Suspended During Construction

Friends Book Sales Suspended During Construction

Reimagine Your Library

We’re Expanding to Serve You Better

Explore the Project

Donate Today

Here's What's Happening At The Library!

Skip Whats Happening at the Library widget
Drop-In STEM Building Challenge - Ages 9 to 11
Mon, Nov 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Activity Room
Engineers wanted! Your challenge is to build a structure that can hold a tennis ball...with very limited materials. Drop in and see if you have what it takes.
Social Worker in the Library - Trabajadora Social en la Biblioteca
Tue, Nov 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lobby
Meet the new Social Services Specialist for the City of Highland Park. Conozca a la nueva especialista en servicios sociales de la ciudad de Highland Park.
Baby Booktime - 0-18 months with caregiver
Wed, Nov 26, 10:00am - 10:30am
Activity Room
Registration not required but space is limited. Check in at the Youth Services desk up to 30 min. prior to start time. Ages 0 - 18 months.
Baby Booktime - 0-18 months with caregiver
Wed, Nov 26, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Activity Room
Registration not required but space is limited. Check in at the Youth Services desk up to 30 min. prior to start time. Ages 0 - 18 months.
Origami Challenge
Mon, Dec 01, All day
Origami is the art of folding paper into amazing shapes. Join us for this month's origami challenge. Pick up your kit at the Youth Services desk while supplies last. For ages 5-14
Rock & Read - A Toddler Storytime
Mon, Dec 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
Brenner Room
Join Miss Kelly in the Brenner Room for a musical storytime! For ages 18 months - 3 years. Registration not required but space is limited. Check in at Youth desk starting 30 min prior to event.
Caminando Juntos - Walking Together
Mon, Dec 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Facebook Live
Un nuevo episodio cada mes, con temas relevantes en español. - Monthly episodes with relevant topics and information presented in Spanish.
See all events

We strive to make events welcoming for people of all abilities. To request accommodations, call the library at 847-579-6819 or email Library-Administration@hplibrary.org at least two weeks before the event.

Get Library Email Updates

Sign up to get the latest updates on what’s happening at HPPL.

Sign up for the Library's enewsletters and be one of the first to receive news about programs and events at the Library and discover new books.

Specify your preferences and interests for:

  • Bookmark This! — Programs for Adults (bi-weekly)
  • HPPL Pals — Programs for Youth & Teens (weekly)
  • Expansion Project Updates
  • HPPL Highlights — Keeping you informed & connected (monthly)

To sign up, enter your email address below. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose and will not be shared. You can update your preferences or unsubscribe at any time.