Algonquin Area Public Library District

Algonquin Area Public Library District The Algonquin Area Public Library District exists to serve the informational, educational, cultural, and recreational needs of its residents.

The Algonquin Area Public Library and Brickworld Chicago are teaming up to kick off Summer Reading with an exciting give...
06/03/2026

The Algonquin Area Public Library and Brickworld Chicago are teaming up to kick off Summer Reading with an exciting giveaway.

Starting on Wednesday, June 3, stop by either AAPLD location and enter for a chance to win a Family 4 Pack of tickets to Brickworld Chicago. One lucky family will receive tickets that can be used on either day of the event.

From incredible LEGO® creations to hands on activities and inspiration around every corner, Brickworld is a must see event for builders of all ages.

One entry per person. Drop by either library location, fill out an entry form and enter for your chance to win.

The winner will be selected and notified on June 15, 2026.

Plant a Seed. Read. Build something amazing this summer.

06/02/2026

We had some very special visitors at the Eastgate Branch today. Gerald and Piggie jumped out of a book and are at the library!

They spend most of their time in the pages of a book, but today Elephant and Piggie leaped into the Eastgate Branch for ...
06/02/2026

They spend most of their time in the pages of a book, but today Elephant and Piggie leaped into the Eastgate Branch for a day of fun in Algonquin. Families enjoyed stories, activities, meet-and-greet photos, and plenty of laughs with the beloved duo.
If this is how the Summer Reading Challenge, Plant a Seed, READ, starts, we're in for an amazing summer at the library. Mission accomplished. Seed planted.

The wait is over, Summer Reading starts NOW! 🌱Ready to grow something amazing this summer? YOU!AAPLD's Plant a Seed, REA...
06/01/2026

The wait is over, Summer Reading starts NOW! 🌱
Ready to grow something amazing this summer? YOU!
AAPLD's Plant a Seed, READ! Summer Reading Challenge is officially underway, and readers of all ages can begin logging books, earning prizes, completing activities, and discovering new stories from now through July 31.
Whether you love novels, audiobooks, graphic novels, eBooks, magazines, or being read to, every minute you spend reading helps you grow and helps you complete the challenge.
- Read for fun
- Earn prizes
- Enjoy fun events and activities at the library
- Complete the D300 Reads Summer Program requirement (D300 students)
- Help make a difference through Heifer International's Read to Feed initiative (all ages)
In addition to planting the seeds to complete our challenge, this summer, your reading can help provide seeds for gardens, clean water resources, chickens, and honeybees for communities around the world.
Don't have a Beanstack account yet? Want to print a paper reading log? Need to know more before you take the challenge? Visit https://bit.ly/aapld-srp2026 to sign up, get all the info you need, start logging your reading, and watch your summer reading adventure bloom. Plant your first seed today!

Join singer/songwriter/storyteller Dave Martin for Swinging the Lantern: Songs and Stories of the Sea on Wednesday, June...
05/31/2026

Join singer/songwriter/storyteller Dave Martin for Swinging the Lantern: Songs and Stories of the Sea on Wednesday, June 3 - 2-3 pm, for an exploration of the vast wonder of the world’s oceans and Great Lakes.

Pull up a sandbag and swing the lantern! The phrase, initially of British military origin, refers to the lamps hung from a ship’s beams that would swing while the ship was out at sea. This expression has come to be synonymous with the telling of tales (mostly true, some tall tales) in maritime culture.

Drop-ins are welcome! Register to receive a reminder. https://aapld.libnet.info/event/14711793

Join us on Wednesday, June 10, at 7 p.m. at Crystal Lake Brewing for a discussion of A Sand County Almanac by Aldo Leopo...
05/30/2026

Join us on Wednesday, June 10, at 7 p.m. at Crystal Lake Brewing for a discussion of A Sand County Almanac by Aldo Leopold. This event is for adults ages 21 and older.

First published in 1949 and gaining widespread attention around the first Earth Day in 1970, A Sand County Almanac explores the connection between people and the natural world through science, storytelling, humor, and reflection. Leopold’s idea of a “land ethic” encourages readers to care for and respect the environment.

Join staff and readers from McHenry County Libraries United for this shared book discussion. Snacks will be provided, and beverages will be available for purchase.

Registration is required. Please visit https://aapld.libnet.info/event/15926719 to reserve your spot.

We're off to a great start at our Community event, Read & Eat. Drop by for some fun at Culver's of Lake in the Hills! We...
05/30/2026

We're off to a great start at our Community event, Read & Eat. Drop by for some fun at Culver's of Lake in the Hills! We'll be here until 2 pm.

We're all set up at Culver's in Lake in the Hills for today's Read and Eat event with the Algonquin-Lake in the Hills Fi...
05/30/2026

We're all set up at Culver's in Lake in the Hills for today's Read and Eat event with the Algonquin-Lake in the Hills Fire Protection District!

Join us from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for stories, crafts, coloring, a touch-a-truck experience, a chance to meet Scoopie, and an opportunity to support an incredible cause, Camp I Am Me by Illinois Fire Safety Alliance.

Kids 12 and under will receive a free scoop of custard. Just let Culver's know you're supporting the event, and a portion of sales will be donated to Camp I Am Me.

We can't wait to see you there! 🍦🚒📚

Friday FAQ - Q Is the new library online catalog available now? A: It is! We’re happy to share Bibliocommons, AAPLD’s ne...
05/30/2026

Friday FAQ - Q Is the new library online catalog available now?

A: It is! We’re happy to share Bibliocommons, AAPLD’s new online catalog, with you.
Don’t worry, you can still access the old catalog as we complete the transition.
Want to check it out? Visit https://bit.ly/aapld-polaris and click the word “here” in the purple bar at the top of the page.
If you’d like to try it out and log in, click “Log In” and create a username for your account. You’ll just need your library card number and password to get started.
You’ll see a pop-up asking if this is your first time logging in. If it is, click “Continue to Account Setup.” From there, verify your name, email address, and birthdate. Continue through the prompts to create a username, accept the terms and conditions, and complete your account setup.
Once finished, you’ll receive confirmation that your account has been created and can continue to “My Account.” From there, you can explore new features, browse recent staff picks, review your account, and much more.
Have a question? Reach out to our staff, we’re happy to help!

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2600 Harnish Drive
Algonquin, IL
60102

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Monday 9am - 9pm
Tuesday 9am - 9pm
Wednesday 9am - 9pm
Thursday 9am - 9pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm

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