Study Rooms
A High School Study Room is available at Cook Park Library. Students in grades 9–12 can reserve in-person at the lower level information desk or call 847-362-2330 x1153.
Adult study rooms are available to all patrons ages 14 and older. See the Reserve a Room page for information on locations and how to reserve.
Volunteer Opportunities
Questions? Contact Leah for more information.
Teen Tech Tutors (grades 9-12)
Are you good with technology and enjoy helping others? Volunteer for 1-on-1 tech help sessions at the Library. Volunteer work counts towards service hours.
Positions for Teen Tech Tutors are now open. Applications are accepted until June 13. Interviews will be scheduled as applications are entered and applicants will be contacted June 14. Please note that priority will be given to students of District 128.
Local History Assistant (grades 9-12)
Interested in helping out the Library behind the scenes? Volunteer to assist with local history services such as photocopying, data entry, and inventory. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
Seed Library Assistant (grades 9-12)
Do you enjoy gardening or want to learn more? Volunteer to help with our Seed Library! There are opportunities to sort, label, and package seeds. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
Summer Volunteers (grades 7-12)
The 2025 summer volunteer application period has ended. Please check back next spring.
Already a volunteer? Log in to sign up for shifts.