Looking for a fun family outing? Join us tonight at the Harnish Main Library from 6-6:45 pm for the Plant a Seed Singalong! It's the perfect opportunity to turn in your reading logs and pick up your finish prizes! aapld.libnet.info/event/1600…

Don't leave home without us! Pack light and take your entertainment with you. Stream or download e-books, e-audiobooks, digital music, video, and more for free with your AAPLD card! Learn more: as.aapld.org/archives/13644-…

Programming alert: Storytime @ Presidential Park was originally scheduled for July 16 and has been rescheduled for July 23. Presidential Park is located at 700 Highland Avenue in Algonquin, IL. Presented with Algonquin Recreation. For more info, visit: aapld.libnet.info/event/1694…

A look behind the scenes at the Harnish Main Library! Our automatic book return processes up to 40,000 items a month. We challenged our staff to recreate its signature sound. Who do you think did it best? #Libraries

AAPLD is honored to have received the 2025 Rehabilitation/Improvement Award from the Village of Algonquin, Illinois! The award was presented for the Library’s role in improving the Eastgate Branch. Read more: aapld.org/archives/116240-aa…

🌱Summer Reading starts TODAY! AAPLD's Plant a Seed, READ! Summer Reading Challenge is officially underway. Read, earn prizes, complete activities, and help support Heifer International's Read to Feed initiative along the way. Get started: bit.ly/aapld-srp2026 #PlantASeedRead

In just 5 days, Plant a Seed, READ! begins and runs June 1 through July 31 with stories, activities, prizes, and fun for all ages. Find out more: bit.ly/aapld-srp2026

A reminder: The Library will be closed on Sunday, April 5 in observance of Easter. Many services remain available online at aapld.org. We look forward to welcoming you back on Monday, April 6, at 9 am at Harnish and 10 am at Eastgate.

Due to the anticipated blizzard, both library locations will open at 12 noon on Monday, March 16. Look for updates at aapld.org and on our social media channels if conditions change.

Both library locations will open at 1 pm on Friday, January 30, due to a staff in service, as our team participates in training to better serve the community.

Thanks to the incredible efforts of our team, Restoration 1, Acitelli, and our insurance company, we're ready to reopen. Take care when you visit, as some areas remain blocked off. Thank you to all who visited the Eastgate during our closure. Welcome back. Can't wait to see you!

Due to a broken pipe, the Harnish Main Library is closed today, January 15. Eastgate is open and online resources remain available. We will continue to share updates as information becomes available, and we look forward to reopening to serve you as soon as possible.

Be a hero! Donate blood. Register here: bit.ly/BloodDriveAAPLD For help registering, contact Theresa at (847) 458-3133 or Carrie at (815) 271-2910. Can't make it? Save these dates of our upcoming Blood Drives: • March 12 • June 18 • August 20 • October 22

What a blast! The @VlgAlgonquin Trick or Treat Trail was full of friendly faces, awesome costumes, and nonstop fun. Thanks to everyone who stopped by, what a wonderful turnout from our community!

Good Mental Kung Fu: youtu.be/fugrUEd8Al0 Learn essential tips and exercises to navigate anxiety and depression, along with a powerful yet simple meditation technique to release negative energy and invite positive healing energy. Presented by Tai Chi instructor Allison Deputy.

With one card, endless possibilities await! Our staff makes sure new books go from ordering to your hands. These titles are now on display, come see what’s new! What’s your next read? Share with us! #LibraryCardSignUpMonth #OneCardEndlessPossibilities #CurrentlyReading #BookLove

Good morning Algonquin Area! Power has been restored at our Eastgate Branch and we are open 9 am-5 pm today. See you at the library!