Library Reads announces it’s April picks of this month’s new releases, chosen by librarians across the country as their favorites. Browse the selections here , or stop by the Main Library, where recent Library Reads can be found on the square shelf beside the New Releases display. Since April is often a mixed bag weather-wise, kind of spring, kind of […]
Are you researching ancestors who lived in the Algonquin area? The Algonquin Library has many local history publications in the genealogy section that may mention your family members. Here are just some of the titles available: Algonquin the beautiful : history of its pioneers and its settlement Algonquin illustrated Algonquin maps, 1800-2011 : Algonquin Township plat maps, historic maps : […]
Just in time for spring planting, Algonquin Area Public Library, in cooperation with the University of Illinois Agricultural Extension, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and the Illinois Master Gardeners of McHenry County, is excited to offer the Seed Library, that provides seeds to local gardeners free of charge! Stop by the Adult Services desk at the Main Library on Harnish […]
In the mood for an engrossing read to fill the gray days of March? Look no further than the newest Library Reads list! Library Reads are ten new releases chosen by librarians each month as their favorites. Library Reads cover just about every genre, and include both up-and-coming authors and best-sellers. This month, check out the latest release from Jeannette […]
If you can’t get enough of crafting, be sure to check out one of Algonquin Area Public Library’s most exciting online resources, CreativeBug.com . The site contains a plethora of craft ideas, and projects, plus live and recorded classes covering everything from sewing, perfume-making, quilting, sketching, cooking, plant care, creating home decor, and so much more. Choose from thousands of […]
AAPLD’s digital collections include hundreds of authors, making it easy to discover a great new voice. In honor of Black History Month, we’re highlighting books by Black authors that you can find on our digital platforms, Libby, Hoopla, and Axis360. The platforms are easy to use; just download the free apps, enter your Algonquin Area Public Library District card number, […]
Look for these memoirs at the library. You will be fascinated by these personal stories of genealogy and family history. The Stranger in My Genes: A Memoir by William C. Griffeth Not My Father’s Son: A Memoir by Alan Cumming Inheritance: A Memoir of Genealogy, Paternity, and Love by Dani Shapiro All That She Carried: The Journey of Ashley’s Sack, […]
Winter Reading might be over, but there’s still plenty of cold weather left, perfect for cozying up with a good book! As always, we at AAPLD have plenty of suggestions, including this month’s Library Reads. If you’re not familiar with Library Reads, they’re ten new releases chosen by librarians each month as their favorites. Library Reads cover just about every […]
Do you have any research goals for the upcoming year? My #1 goal is to become better organized with my genealogy files, so I have more time to focus on actual genealogy research. If you are like me, you know where everything is, but nobody else alive could find anything or even make sense out of your piles of genealogy […]
Not every great read of 2022 was a best seller! With hundreds of new books released each month, it’s not surprising that some don’t get the attention they deserve. Our Overlooked Books display in the Adult Services department gives some of these titles a little extra love. Stop in and browse the selections, and make one part of your Winter […]
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