Residents of Glenwood have strong community values and enjoy quality living. Community spirit and civic action thrive in Glen ... wood with the help of many organizations such as Lions, Rotary, Junior Woman's Club, etc,. Volunteers work to better the community and help fellow residents during various community events held throughout the community. Our neighborhood is a showcase of architectural styles. Renovation of well-constructed older homes, many on large shaded lots, is on the upswing. Well kept middle class residential areas dominate the Village landscape. Some of the newest neighborhoods include upscale developments featuring large custom homes. The village maintains neighborhood parks throughout the community providing recreational areas for residents young and old. In Glenwood, we recognize the importance of an excellent education. Our school system, Brookwood School District 167, partners with the community and the parents to provide a nurturing, yet academic atmosphere where the students are prepared for the challenges they will face in the world of tomorrow. We are dedicated to providing our students with progressive classrooms, computer labs and athletic facilities that are ranked among the best in the Chicago-land area. The public library houses a collection of more than just books. It also includes extensive, diverse, and well-balanced collections in a wide variety of formats for public use, as well as to provide public access to and training in available information resources in all media formats, including all forms of print, audiovisual, and electronic media. Computers are available for adults and children at the library. In addition to being an informational resource to the Village's residents, the library is a vibrant place for young and old alike to gather. read more