Archived Library News

Eastgate Renovation

Eastgate Renovation Project Update #7

June 21, 2024
We will be offering lobby service at the Eastgate Branch between 10 am-3 pm from Wednesday, June 26 to Friday, June 28. We anticipate being able to provide full service between 3-8 pm Wednesday, June 26 and Thursday, June 27, […]
Eastgate Renovation

Eastgate Renovation Project Update #6

June 5, 2024
🚧 Construction continues at the Eastgate Branch, and while the rumbling and roaring of machines and progress takes place, we will need to adjust our hours a bit while the removal of some plumbing fixtures and the installation of steel […]
Eastgate Renovation

Eastgate Renovation Project Update #5

May 24, 2024
We’re movin’ on up—literally! While the project isn’t nearly finished yet, we’re thrilled to share that the Eastgate Branch now has the first phase of a new elevator shaft in the lower level in place. The next step is to […]
Eastgate Renovation

Eastgate Renovation Project Update #4

May 15, 2024
An Eastgate Space Odyssey? Close, but not quite. While those upright blocks might resemble monoliths, rest assured, it’s simply the groundwork for an epic renovation as we get into the spirit of reading among the stars this summer.
Eastgate Renovation Update #3
Eastgate Renovation

Eastgate Branch Renovation Update #3

May 6, 2024
The exciting times continue at our Eastgate Branch. Our team is having a blast, possibly more than our beloved patrons, as they utilize the construction toys freshly installed in the Children’s Area at Eastgate. But hey, who can blame them? […]
Eastgate Renovation

What’s going on at the Eastgate Branch?

April 30, 2024
Feel the excitement when you step into the Eastgate Branch of the Algonquin Area Public Library! Do you hear that rumbling? It’s not dinosaurs, though it sure sounds like it! It’s the pulse of the Eastgate Renovation Project in full […]
Eastgate Renovation

Eastgate Branch Renovation Update #2

April 25, 2024
Two weeks of demolition have yielded so much progress! The lower level is wide open, and it’s easier to envision what the future will hold. An 8’ opening in the foundation lets natural light in and allows for debris removal […]
Eastgate Renovation

Eastgate Branch Renovation Update #1

April 18, 2024
The Eastgate renovation is officially underway and going strong! Tomorrow, Eastgate will be closed all day for electrical prep work, but Harnish Main will open at 1:00 PM after a morning of staff safety training. Monday will be the first […]
Free Comic Book Day
All Ages

Free Comic Book Day!

April 17, 2024
Celebrate Free Comic Book Day at AAPLD on May 4! Stop by the Eastgate Branch and pick up some free comics; or stop by Harnish Main to pick up free comics, do some crafts, try our selfie station, and more. […]