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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 […]
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All Ages

Students to Sing at Harnish

November 29, 2018
On Monday, December 3 at 4:30pm, the HD Jacobs Goldenaires will bring their unique performance of holiday selections to the Harnish Main Library for a free concert open to the public. Students dressed in beautiful Renaissance-era costumes will perform traditional carols […]
Library Events

Honoring Our Veterans

November 2, 2018
This month, stop by the library for some special programs and events to honor the men and women who served in our military. Together we can honor the sacrifices made in the name of freedom and justice. For All Veteran’s […]
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Community Events

Learn about CCC at AAPLD

October 5, 2018
In support of National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the Harnish Main Library will host representatives from the Community Crisis Center (CCC) to educate our patrons and visitors about this issue. Stop by their information table in the lobby on October […]
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All Ages

Don’t Miss Out: Register Now!

October 3, 2018
Be a part of an exciting annual community event on Sunday, October 21 at 8 am: the Library Loop 5K! Run, walk, skip, volunteer, sponsor, or support an awesome morning that brings the community together for a healthy activity in […]
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Library News

Presenting our new app

October 1, 2018
The new AAPLD mobile app is now available in the Google Play Store and the Apple App Store!  The easiest way to find it is use the search term: “AAPLD.” You can also search using “Algonquin Library,” “Algonquin Area Library,” […]
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Library News

New newspaper archive added

September 28, 2018
AAPLD recently added a unique resource to its collection of research tools: Newspapers.com – World Collection. Newspapers provide a unique view of the past and can help us understand and connect with the people, events and attitudes of an earlier time. With […]