Community Events – Page 6 – Algonquin Area Public Library

National Night Out 2017 Cancelled

July 18, 2017 All Ages, Community Events, Library Events

Due to the unprecedented storms and flooding occurring in July, the Algonquin Police Department has been forced to cancel their National Night Out celebration at the Harnish Main Library on Tuesday, August 1. APD is currently focusing its efforts on helping […]

Celebrate National Pollinator Week June 19-25

June 15, 2017 All Ages, Community Events, Library News

On Wednesday, June 14, the Board of Library Trustees issued a proclamation in conjunction with the Village of Algonquin: June 19-25 is Pollinator Week! In 2007, the U.S. Senate unanimously approved the annual designation of National Pollinator Week in June. […]

Gallery Features Medical and Wildlife Illustration

June 6, 2017 All Ages, Community Events, Library News

Caitlin Rausch is a local illustrator creating work depicting anatomy, biology, and wildlife. She illustrates for scientists, publishers and medical professionals, with her work appearing in textbooks, websites, and research journals. Caitlin graduated from Kendall College of Art & Design and […]

Enjoy our latest collection

May 15, 2017 Community Events, Library Events, Library News

Jennifer Lilliebridge is happy to present this mixed-media collage collection at the Harnish Main Library. As a student of commercial art/advertising/graphic design Jennifer knows a lot of thought and planning goes into the design of what we throw away, whether it’s […]

May 6 is Free Comic Book Day

April 18, 2017 All Ages, Community Events, Family, Library Events, Library News, Teens

Celebrate comics and graphic novels by picking up a free comic book at both Library locations! We’ll have a costume contest for kids and teens, superhero craft stations, a comic-themed photo booth, a scavenger hunt, and much more! Open to […]

Student Art Exhibit at Harnish

April 7, 2017 Community Events, Library News

The Algonquin Area Public Library District will host the Village of Algonquin’s Student Art Exhibit at the Harnish Main Library from April 1 through April 20. The 6th Annual Student Art Exhibit is organized by the Village’s Public Arts Commission […]

Gallery features cross-stitch creations

March 14, 2017 All Ages, Community Events, Library News

Stop by the Harnish Main Library gallery in March to view the intricate creations of Jennifer and Peter Lilliebridge. This creative couple has experience in graphic design, illustration, advertising, and printing. AAPLD is pleased to display the cross-stitch patterns they’ve designed. […]

See you at Winterfest!

January 16, 2017 Community Events, Library Events, Library News, Off-site Events

WinterFest: a Home and Business Expo will be held Saturday, February 18 from 9am to 4pm at H.D. Jacobs High School. Visit the Library’s booth to say hello, learn about new events and opportunities at AAPLD, and pick up some […]

Get in the Spirit!

November 25, 2016 Adult Classes, Adult Computer Classes, Community Events, Family, Youth

The best place to be during the holidays? The Library, of course. We’re your one-stop shop for holiday-themed movies, music, and books! And don’t miss our programs/events where you can enjoy holiday sights and sounds, create gifts, learn how to […]

Winter Wellness Event

November 25, 2016 All Ages, Community Events, Family

On Saturday, December 10 from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm, meet Mercy Health System nurses and learn how to keep you and your family healthy this winter. Gather information about Mercy services, facilities, and staff. Nurses will offer free on-the-spot blood […]