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Algonquin Area Public Library District @aapld
Joined December 2010
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🌱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
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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Our Blood Drive has been moved to Harry D. Jacobs High School at 2601 Bunker Hill Drive, Algonquin, IL 60102. The event will be held in the commons area. Please enter through the main entrance, Door 1, and check in with security upon arrival for setup.
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Hours remain the same, 3 to 7 pm. Please note that since the event begins at 3:00 pm, there may be some delays accessing the parking lot due to student dismissal. Appointments remain full, but walk-ins are still welcome. Thank you for your flexibility and for helping save lives!
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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.
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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
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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!
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Due to an ongoing AWS outage affecting global internet access, some users may experience issues with Hoopla. We're monitoring the situation and working to restore full functionality ASAP. Thanks for your patience!
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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.
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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
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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!
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The Eastgate Branch is closed today due to a power outage. We will keep you updated as the situation develops. In the meantime, the Harnish Main Library is open until 9 pm if you need library services.
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The Eastgate Branch will temporarily close today due to a power outage. Staff is on site, and if power is restored, the library will reopen. We will keep you updated as the situation develops. In the meantime, the Harnish Main Library is open until 9 pm.
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Both library locations will be closed on Friday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day. We hope your holiday is full of sunshine, fireworks, and great reads.📖
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🎮 Press Start. It’s time to Read, Read, Read! Level up your summer by reading what you love & logging every page. Every book boosts our Reading Marathon & 1001 Books Before Kindergarten, too! Learn more: bit.ly/aapld-level-up #SummerReadingChallenge #LevelUp
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Good news! Eastgate’s parking lot resurfacing kicked off a bit early. The surface has been milled but remains open, so please use caution when driving or walking. It may look rough now, but we’re gaining two extra parking spaces, and a much smoother ride very soon.
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