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Adding resources for you!

January 9, 2019
Our library district belongs to a 24-member group of libraries known as Cooperative Computer Services (CCS) that shares resources, knowledge and an integrated automation system. AAPLD’s membership in this group allows us to expand our collection beyond our walls and […]
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Library News

Access Consumer Reports

January 4, 2019
Grab your AAPLD card and explore Consumer Reports Online for free! Get the facts and figures so you can make better purchasing decisions when shopping for on the products you are shopping for electronics, appliances, cars, food, home/garden products, and much […]
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Adult Programs

Read Up a Storm

January 3, 2019
A flurry of books, programs, and prizes await you at the library this winter!  Registration begins Saturday, January 5 for AAPLD’s 2019 Winter Reading Program, Read Up a Storm! Readers of all ages get a gift for signing up and […]
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Community Events

Helping You Help Others

January 2, 2019
DRIVE IS CANCELLED DUE TO DANGEROUS WEATHER CONDITIONS FORECASTED. On Wednesday, January 30, the Algonquin Area Public Library District will host a Heartland Blood Center blood drive from 3 to 7 pm in the Harnish Main Library lower level meeting […]
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All Ages

Thank you!

December 13, 2018
Because of your generosity, more than 200 children and 50 seniors will have a brighter holiday season. We are so grateful for all the “elves” who saw the need and spread the word. Our Giving Trees story is a story […]
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Library News

Explore creativebug.com

December 10, 2018
Grab your library card and enjoy unlimited access to inspiration galore! Nurture your creative soul by learning new skills and learn easy ways to practice your craft every day. Homemade gifts, crafting and DIY decorating are more popular than ever, […]
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Library News

ALA Honors AAPLD Librarian

December 6, 2018
On December 4, the American Library Association announced the 10 winners of the 2018 I Love My Librarian Award–and named AAPLD’s own Lindsey Tomsu as a recipient. Teens from her previous library in Nebraska and teens at AAPLD completed the […]
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Community Events

Giving trees help community

December 4, 2018
This holiday season, pick up a tag or two from an AAPLD Community Giving Tree at the either library location. Purchase the gift(s) on the wish list and make the holidays brighter for less fortunate children, families, and seniors in […]
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Library News

Run for the AAPLD Board

November 29, 2018
We welcome residents of the Algonquin Area Public Library District (AAPLD) to complete and submit an election packet to run for the Algonquin Area Library District Board of Trustees, Three seats on the seven-member Algonquin Area Public Library District Board of […]