Owls have long captured the human imagination with their silent flight, haunting calls, and piercing eyes. These mysterious birds of prey are not only mesmerizing, they’re an essential part of Illinois’ natural ecosystem. Join us for Owls of Illinois, a special program for adults and seniors, on Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2:00-3:00 p.m., at the Eastgate Branch, located at 115 Eastgate […]
AAPLD welcomes award-winning landscape photographer Cory Anne Cosman to the Art Wall at the Main Library. Cory’s work captures the essence of nature. She loves traveling to National Parks, and her adventures have taken her to the Badlands of South Dakota, the Rocky Mountains, Moab, Utah, Bryce Canyon, Haleakala, Waimea Canyon, and Death Valley. But much of her recent work […]
Know an awesome 8-letter word that contains the letters Q, Z and Y? You might have what it takes to be the Scrabble King or Queen of Algonquin! Don’t miss the fun Wednesday, November 19, when AAPLD hosts its first-ever Scrabble Tournament, from 6:30-8:-30 p.m. at the Main Library. Players will be randomly assigned to tables of 3 to 4 […]
AAPLD is delighted to welcome three talented area authors, who are so good, it’s scary! Don’t miss this chance to hear them discuss their work, answer questions, and sign their books, available for purchase on- site. Register for each event by clicking on the date. New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Mary Kubica will be at Luecht […]
Join us for a Friday night out on October 24, from 6:00- 9:00 pm, at the historic Dole Mansion in Crystal Lake! Enjoy an evening of local art, live music and community, all in a vibrant, creative setting. Crystal Lake’s popular 4th Fridays art event, now in it’s fifth season, features three exhibits; photography, art, a featured solo artist, plus […]
I Before E, except after C. Q and U always stick together. Every syllable must have a written vowel. Who will be crowned the AAPLD Spelling Bee Champ? Join us for a fun night of friendly competition at our Adult Pub Spelling Bee on Wednesday, Oct. 22, at 7 pm, at Scorched Earth Brewing, 203 Berg Street, Algonquin! The contestants […]
Love books, tasty BBQ and local craft brews? Join us for an afternoon of fall fun, at Books, Brews & BBQ, Saturday, Sept. 27, at Crystal Lake Brewing, 150 N. Main St. in Crystal Lake, from 12-4pm. A new addition to Downtown Crystal Lake’s popular Johnny Appleseed Festival, and sponsored by the Algonquin Area, Cary, Crystal Lake and Huntley libraries, […]
You could describe Robin Morgan’s work as a breath of fresh air! As a “plein air” painter Robin’s studio is the great outdoors. She paints exclusively outside, sometimes even in bad weather. Her work has taken her to remote areas, parks, and gardens in search of a scene that speaks to her. “I need to paint some thing or place […]
At AAPLD we try to offer something for everyone, and our book clubs are no exception! Whether your favorite genre is literary fiction, fantasy, romance, thrillers, horror, sci-fi, Young Adult, or even non-fiction, we’ve got a book club for you! In August, we’re launching two new clubs: The Next Chapter, for readers 55 and over; and Friends of Fiction, which […]
Super Hero fans won’t want to miss this month’s exhibit on the AAPLD Art Wall. Local artist (and AAPLD staff member) Drew Kristoff’s love for art and comics is on colorful display during the month of July. Learn a little more about Drew and his work. Artist: Drew Kristoff Background/Training: I’ve been drawing since grade school, and by the time […]
