Get ready for a one-of-a-kind pirate adventure presented at the Harnish Main Library on Monday, October 9! Kids ages 3 through 12 (with parent/caregiver) will Sail the Seven Seas with Captain Cranky and his Crew in this unique presentation by […]
1,001 Books Before Kindergarten is an early literacy initiative for children through age 5. Designed to inspire parents to read to their children from birth and support them in their efforts, this innovative program creates a foundation for early literacy […]
In April 2016, the Village of Algonquin’s 5th annual Student Art Exhibit took over the Harnish Main Library. Organized by the Village’s Public Arts Commission, the exhibit featured 90+ artworks created by local middle school students in various different media, […]
Eric Litwin (aka Mr. Eric) is a song-singing, guitar-strumming, book-writing, harmonica-blowing, banjo-picking, award-winning, folksy, fun type of guy–and he is coming to Algonquin on Thursday, November 8. Due to overwhelming response, TICKETS FOR BOTH PERFORMANCES ARE NOW “SOLD OUT”! This event […]
Bring the whole family to see The Secret Life of Pets before the sequel comes out! Pizza will be served. Please register everyone who will attend. Doors open at 6:20; no admittance after 6:45pm. Please register here.
On Tuesday, September 26, the 9th graduating class of the library’s 1,001 Books Before Kindergarten program received their “diplomas” to recognize their wonderful accomplishment. Youth Services Department Manager Alicia Parmele noted at the ceremony the current class had read approximately […]
December 2 through 8 is Hour of Code™ Week, and AAPLD is celebrating with activities for kids in our Creation Center! Hour of Code Week began as a challenge to give students an enjoyable first look at computer science. Today it is […]
It’s summer. It’s hot out. And while you’re welcome to come back into the library, we understand that sometimes, it’s safer to stay home and do some activities there. And luckily, we’ve got you covered.Our Youth Librarian, Miss Jenni, has […]
Sometimes you just need a storytime, and we’ve got plenty! Our popular drop-in children’s storytimes happen all summer at the Harnish Main Library. Storytimes are a great activity to build on early literacy skills and foster a love of creativity and […]
For ages 3-9 years old with caregiver on Thursday, June 20 at 6:30pm. Families with children preschool aged-through elementary school are invited to join us under the big top for stories, crafts, games and more.
