Get 'Outside the Lines' with Arlington Heights Memorial Library

When was the last time you walked into your local library? In recent years, libraries have changed into dynamic centers for engagement to accommodate the growing needs of their local communities. Think 3-D printers, eBooks, personal growth courses, and recording studios.

The Arlington Heights Memorial Library invites the community to experience the library in a whole new way by joining us for two exciting events happening next week.

On Thursday, Sept. 15, learn about the life and art of Leonardo da Vinci. If you've ever wanted to learn more about this fascinating artist and innovator, now is your chance, courtesy of your local library and art historian Jeff Mishur.

Then, on Saturday, Sept. 17, join them in the library's Marketplace to sample coffee from all over the world. We have partnered with the local coffee geniuses at Intelligentsia to bring you this unique experience, and a chance to engage with fellow community members.

Da Vinci's Artistic Innovations and Pop-Up Genius Coffee Bar are both a part of "Outside the Lines," a global initiative designed to reintroduce libraries to their local communities. From Sept. 11-17, organizations will host events and campaigns worldwide designed to get people thinking - and talking - about libraries in a whole new way.

Event Details

Da Vinci's Artistic Innovations

Sept. 15

7 to 8:30 p.m.

Explore the timeless art of Leonardo da Vinci with art historian Jeff Mishur.

Pop-Up Genius Coffee Bar

Sept. 17

11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Enjoy a cup of coffee brewed by local coffee geniuses, Intelligentsia, and learn about the fascinating geography of coffee.

Da Vinci's Artistic Innovations and Pop-Up Genius Coffee Bar are a part of Outside the Lines, a weeklong celebration, Sept. 11-17, 2016, demonstrating the creativity and innovation happening in libraries.

For more information about these events, visit ahml.info. Learn more about this national initiative at getoutsidethelines.org.