Archived Library News

Have the travel bug, but are on a budget? No problem!

November 10, 2022 Featured, Off-site Events

Let’s be frank, traveling on a budget isn’t easy, but it’s certainly not impossible! Luckily, we live near a bustling city filled with things to do. Plus, we’re surrounded by neighborhoods with diverse offerings to entertain and inspire the mind. […]

Has The Weather Got You Stuck Inside?

October 28, 2022 All Ages, Featured

With looming cold temperatures, we wanted to remind you all about some of the great resources we have to offer you from the comfort of your home. Whether you are looking for something to read or do, homework help for […]

It’s Frightening How Much There Is To Do At The Library

October 5, 2022 All Ages, Library Events

It’s that time of the year again! Grab your pumpkin-spiced latte and friends because it’s time to party, play, and indulge in Halloween festivities. Your Library is far from short on creepily exciting programs and events to get everyone in […]

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Join Our Board of Trustees

September 21, 2022 Library News

We welcome residents of the Algonquin Area Public Library District (AAPLD) to complete and submit an election packet to run for a seat on the AAPLD Board of Trustees. 3 seats on the 7-member AAPLD Board of Trustees will be […]

Celebrate The Freedom To Read During Banned Books Week

September 13, 2022 All Ages, Library Events

Banned Books Week celebrates the freedom to read and spotlights current and historical attempts to censor books in libraries and schools. The books featured during Banned Books Week have all been targeted for removal or restriction in libraries and schools. […]

IT’S LIBRARY CARD SIGN UP MONTH! ENTER A CONTEST & GRAB A YARD SIGN

September 1, 2022 All Ages, Library Events, Off-site Events

Since 1987, the American Library Association (ALA) has observed Library Card Sign-Up Month every September to mark the beginning of the school year. Libraries, like AAPLD, work to remind our community members that signing up for a library card is […]

Designing a Greater Future for AAPLD’s Eastgate Branch

August 4, 2022 Construction, Library News

At the July 27 board meeting, the Algonquin Area Public Library District’s Board of Trustees voted unanimously to improve and expand library services at the Eastgate Branch by renovating the existing space instead of relocating library services on the east […]

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