Youth

Coding Comes to the Library

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 […]

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All Ages

Community Starts Here!

It’s no secret: community happens at the library and through library programs! Our many discussion groups, book clubs, and hobby gatherings provide opportunities for people to gather, discuss, explore, and learn together. We have new groups starting all the time! […]

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Community Events

Complete our survey

Your opinion is the missing piece of the puzzle as we move forward through our construction project and into the future! Just 5-8 minutes of your time will help AAPLD develop our next strategic plan and continue our track record […]

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Construction

Construction Continues at Harnish

With the completion of the Harnish Main Library addition, the construction project officially moved into Phase 2. We hope you’ve had an opportunity to explore both levels of the new addition and – from the Quiet Reading Room on the […]

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Construction

Construction FAQs

This summer, AAPLD will wrap up its construction/renovation project that began in August 2017. A lot is going on behind the scenes and we are just as excited as you are to finish. In the meantime, we thought we’d answer […]

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All Ages

Don’t Miss Out: Register Now!

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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Construction

Eastgate opens after upgrade

After being closed for nine days of demolition and construction, the Eastgate Branch Library reopened April 23. In addition to fresh paint on the walls and new carpeting, we added a study room and a dedicated computer lab. What’s missing? […]

Community Events

Exercise your right to vote

According to nationalvoterregistrationday.org, more than 800,000 people registered to vote ahead of the mid-term elections. Many of those registered on September 25, which was National Voter Registration Day. On September 25, AAPLD patrons and visitors were able to pick up […]

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Adult Craft Classes

Explore creativebug.com

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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All Ages

Find the AAPLD Rocket Ship!

Launch into the community with the library’s all-new scavenger hunt! Beginning June 1, look for the AAPLD rocket ship on display at Algonquin and Lake in the Hills businesses, organizations, and library locations. Get your game board at library locations […]