Library Closings

The Library will be closed Tuesday, December 24 and Wednesday, December 25. 

The Library will be closed Tuesday, December 31 and  Wednesday, January 1. 

Can’t Find It?

We share a catalog with over 25 area libraries. Search the catalog to find an item, then select place a hold to request it. Once it arrives, we’ll notify you and hold it for 7 days. If you’re unable to find the item, please call us at (224) 233-1841 or email asd@lincolnwoodlibrary.org.

Neighboring Libraries

If the item is not available and you need it right away, check these libraries. A simple registration of your library card will be necessary.

Still looking? Ask about Interlibrary Loan Service

Lincolnwood residents can use our Interlibrary Loan (ILL) Service to request materials from Illinois college and university libraries (I-Share) as well as other Illinois and out-of-state libraries (WorldCat). Renewals and loan periods are set by the lending library.

Request to Purchase

If you have a suggestion for us to add to our collection, please fill out our request to purchase form.

Explore electronic copies

Many physical items are also available in our digital library. Check out our ebook and eaudiobook collection.

BiblioBoard

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Get unlimited access to an array of eBooks and other digital media from around the world and around the corner, including local authors.
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Comics Plus - Children's Library

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With Comics Plus, you have unlimited access to thousands of digital comics, graphic novels, and manga 24/7 on any device with no wait lists. The Children's library includes content appropriate for grades K-5.
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Comics Plus - Full Content

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With Comics Plus, you have unlimited access to thousands of digital comics, graphic novels, and manga 24/7 on any device with no wait lists. The Adults library includes everything Comics Plus has to offer.
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Comics Plus - Teen Library

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With Comics Plus, you have unlimited access to thousands of digital comics, graphic novels, and manga 24/7 on any device with no wait lists. The Teen library includes content appropriate for grades 6-12.
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EBSCO eBooks K-8 Collection

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This e-book collection supports a quality learning experience for K-8 students across all subject areas taught in elementary and middle schools.

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EBSCO eBooks Public Library Subscription Collection

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Access to high-quality e-books covering a wide range of topics such as self-help, fitness, games, hobbies, and cooking. This general reference e-book collection features titles for both adults and juveniles.

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Hoopla

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Download or stream movies, TV shows, music, eAudiobooks, eBooks, and comics on your device. Enjoy a kids' mode, instant access, and automatic returns.
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Libby/Digital Library of Illinois

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Download eBooks, eAudiobooks, digital magazines, and more for all ages. The Digital Library of Illinois may also be known as Overdrive and Libby.
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Literary Reference Source

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Full-text literary database covering all genres and time periods. It includes thousands of synopses, critical essays, book reviews, literary journals, and author biographies, plus full-text classic novels, short stories, and poems.

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LOTE4Kids

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LOTE4Kids is a database of digital picture books in World Languages that allows kids and their families to enjoy the magic of books in over 65+ world languages.

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MasterFILE Complete

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Broad collection of popular full-text magazines and reference books. Magazines include People, Better Homes and Gardens, TIME, and Newsweek.

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MasterFILE Premier Reference eBook Collection

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Contains reference books covering a broad range of general reference subjects, including biography, history, architecture, literature, cooking, health and wellness, science, self-help, religion, current events, sports, travel and more.

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NoveList

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Wondering what to read next? Find the perfect match using adult and children’s fiction and nonfiction book recommendations, lists, discussion guides, and author read-alikes.
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NoveList K-8

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Find just the right book by subject, age, awards won, books made into movies, and much more. Read reviews and learn about the author. Create your own reading wish list.

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WorldCat & Statewide Illinois Library Catalog (FirstSearch)

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See what is available at libraries in the rest of the state and worldwide.
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