The end of Phase I is in sight! The temporary wall in Adult Services came down on Monday, February 5. The new Adult Services area is not open for business yet; a shelving unit combined with cones and caution tape […]
There are so many ways to stay informed about all the exciting programs and events happening at your library! Newsletter Our bimonthly newsletter is mailed to all homes in the Algonquin Area Public Library District (AAPLD). In it you’ll find […]
Whether a science project has taken over your weekend or it’s 9:45pm and there’s a paper due tomorrow, we can help! Our 24/7 online resources include the digital World Book Encyclopedia, the World Fact Book, and even a live tutor […]
Our construction project is currently on schedule and coming along smoothly. Here are some highlights: Eastgate Branch The Board of Library trustees approved closing the Eastgate Branch for one week in April in order to complete a significant amount of […]
Thanks to the lovely weather the week of November 27 and the hard work of our construction team, the Harnish addition is coming along at a great pace! If you’ve been at Harnish, the last few weeks, you’ve been hearing the roofing […]
This month’s gallery features a collection of mythical creatures drawn by high school student Abby Lilliebridge. Abby has been drawing dragons and other mystical figures since 2013. She typically sketches with a mechanical pencil on either gray or tan-toned paper […]
AAPLD cardholders can now check out a mobile Wi-Fi hotspot at both library locations! These hotspots enable users to connect multiple PCs, iPads, iPhones and other mobile devices to the Internet utilizing the Sprint 4G LTE network. One per cardholder, […]
We’re officially knee deep into the holidays and with them comes the sights, sounds, foods, crafts, decorating, and reads of the season. From the perfect soundtrack for your holiday party to gift ideas for those distant cousins, AAPLD can help. […]
Computer Science Education Week is December 4 through 10. The Hour of Code is an annual global learning, celebration and awareness event with the primary goal of solving the diversity gap in computer science. Since it was launched in 2013, […]
On Monday, December 4, learn strategies to help reduce your tax bill or increase your low/no tax income for 2017. Presented by Carla Merlek, President, Merlak Tax Advisory Group, you’ll learn how to claim proper exemptions and dependents, how to […]
