Summer is just around the corner and bubbling with possibilities! Looking for ideas for your next road trip or weekend getaway? Or maybe a fun trip to Chicago with the family? Kick off your summer and save money in the […]
Saturday, May 6 • 10 am–4 pm AAPLD is celebrating Free Comic Book Day and you’re invited! Visit either location to collect your free comic and try some fun crafts. Harnish Main Library will have superhero training, art classes, and […]
Author Bob Shea visits Algonquin! For All Ages Wednesday, May 3 Bob Shea, award-winning children’s author and illustrator of the Dinosaur vs. Library, Unicorn Thinks He’s Pretty Great, and Ballet Cat series, is coming to Algonquin! You’ll ROAR with laughter as Bob reads […]
UPDATE: Thank you to everyone who showed interest in the the Human Library. Unfortunately, we could not gather enough human “books” to make this happen in time so it has been canceled. We are exploring the possibility of rescheduling this event […]
April 4 is Election Day! Illinois will be holding a Consolidated Election for township, municipal, park district, library district, school district, and fire district officials. The Harnish Main Library is an early voting location for all McHenry County residents. Check […]
The start of Library Lovers Expedition 2023 has begun! We challenge you to explore 13 McHenry County libraries during our Library Lovers Expedition through March 31st. Make it a more fun experience by inviting a grandparent along or grab your […]
The numbers are in! We have compiled a list of the most checked-out titles in our collection and are highlighting some of the most viewed materials from great resources like Libby and Kanopy from 2022. Which ones have you read? […]
January is National Blood Donor Month! AAPLD will be hosting our own community blood drive on Wednesday, January 18th, 2023 from 3-7 PM at the Harnish Main Library in partnership with Versiti Blood Center of Illinois. While you may not […]
You’ve pulled out your snow boots. You’ve fueled the snow blower. You even stocked up on firewood for the indoor fireplace. Sounds like you’re prepared for a cold and snowy winter! But, how prepared are you for kids stuck inside […]
School District 300’s three final exam days are December 20th, 21st, and 22nd. AAPLD is ready for you to study here! The downstairs large meeting room at the Harnish Main Library is reserved each evening for high school students in […]
