Addison Public Library

09/01/2026

Happy Library Card Sign-Up Month! This September, stop by any service desk, show your library card, and pick up a small giveaway while supplies last. Each desk has its own unique item!

🎵 Sign up for a library card and you’ll be entered into a drawing for a Kindle!
🎸 Already have a card? Check out materials from the library in September, you’ll also be entered to win!

addisonlibrary.org/LCSUM-2026

08/29/2026

The library will be closed on Sunday, September 6 and Monday, September 7 in observance of Labor Day.

La biblioteca estará cerrada el domingo, 6 de septiembre y lunes, 7 de septiembre por el Día del Trabajo.

08/28/2026

🎵 Around the world, around the world… 🎵

Take a trip somewhere new without leaving Addison! Join us for Around the World on Friday, September 4 at 1:00 PM as we travel to Egypt!

We’ll watch a travel video, sample a themed treat, and do an activity inspired by the place where we’re visiting.

08/27/2026

See you this Sunday at the Addison-Medinah Shriners Parade! We'll be handing out books to little ones, star-shaped chip clips, and vinyl record coasters!

The parade steps off at 3:00 PM on Army Trail Road and goes from Addison Trail High School to the Village Hall campus. See you there! 👋

08/25/2026

"Because books, my friends, are true magic bound between two covers."

Thank you, Dolly, for inspiring generations of readers and sharing your love of books with people all around the world. 🩷

08/24/2026

It's Monday and we're in the mood for some ✨️library joy✨️... Here are a handful of photos we never shared from our Grand Reopening back in May!

And if you haven't stopped by since our renovation, we'd love to see you.

08/23/2026

Done paying for Netflix, Hulu, or Disney+? Check out Kanopy, the FREE streaming service that comes with your Addison Public Library card.

Visit kanopy.com/addisonlibrary to get started (and start saving!).

08/21/2026

September/October newsletters have arrived at the library and are on their way to your mailbox! 📬

08/20/2026

A patron drew this for our staff and told us that we always help them feel better at the library. This definitely made our day better, too!

Thank you for the artwork and for reminding us how lucky we are to serve our community. 💙

08/18/2026

Curious about your family history? 🔎 Learn more about researching your ancestors, using genealogy resources, and getting help with your search.

Join us for Genealogy Club on Fri., Aug. 21, from 11:00 AM-12:00 PM for a DAR drop-in session. Bring your genealogy questions and get help with your family history research!

Read our blog for more tips and information about Genealogy Club:

Have you ever wondered where your family came from? Maybe you want to learn more about your ancestors or solve a family mystery. The Addison Public Library’s Genealogy Club is here to help you begin or continue your search.What is the Genealogy Club?The library hosts Genealogy Club meetings every ...