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Education — Lenhardt Library
Public Library Days
Come explore the hidden gems in this special library with your public library!
Guided program:
| 1 pm | Gather in the Lenhardt Library, located in the Regenstein Center |
| 1 - 1:30 pm | Welcome, Lenhardt Library tour, Gallery talk on the library exhibition |
| 1:30 - 2 pm | Rare book viewing (ages 10 and over) of specially chosen rare books |
| 2 - 4 pm | Explore all that the Chicago Botanic Garden has to offer |
How to participate:
- This program is only available for specific Public Libraries. Check the schedule below for your public library day.
- Register for this program at your Public Library. Registration is limited to 40 individuals.
- On the specified day, from 12 - 1 pm, show your Public Library card to the Chicago Botanic Garden Gatehouse, give your registered name, and your parking cost will be waived.
- Admission to the Chicago Botanic Garden is always free - 365 days a year.
2013 Dates |
Public Library |
May 5, 2013 |
North Chicago Public Library |
June 9, 2013 |
Ela Area Public Library |
July 14, 2013 |
Northbrook Public Library |
August 18, 2013 |
Palatine Public Library |
September 22, 2013 |
Glenview Public Library |
*If your Public Library is not listed, ask for this program at your Public Library!
Past Public Library participants
2012 Dates |
Public Library |
May 6, 2012 |
Evanston Public Library |
May 20, 2012 |
Glencoe Public Library |
June 3, 2012 |
Waukegan Public Library |
August 5, 2012 |
Skokie Public Library |
August 19, 2012 |
Highland Park Public Library |
August 26, 2012 |
Wilmette Public Library |
2011 Dates |
Public Library |
June 12, 2011 |
Deerfield Public Library |