2025 – Algonquin Library Adult Services

Meet This Month’s Featured Artist!

March 7, 2025 Featured, Library Programs

For March, AAPLD welcomes pastel artist Susan L. Chelminski to the Art Wall in the Adult Services Department. Learn a little more about this talented artist. The Artist: Susan L. Chelminski Background/Experience: I began my interest in art at a very early age. My mother was a professional artist and she mentored me and stoked the fires. I studied under […]

Get Planting! Seed Library Returns March 1!

February 26, 2025 Library Programs, Uncategorized

Just in time for spring planting, Algonquin Area Public Library, is excited to offer the Seed Library which provides seeds to local gardeners free of charge! Take a look at the Seed Library Catalog. Each listing includes photos and descriptions of plant varieties, along with helpful details on when, where, and how to plant them. Seed packet quantities range from […]

Photography Club Returns to AAPLD!

February 17, 2025 Library Programs

The popular Worth 1,000 Words Photography Club returns to AAPLD on Sunday, March 2, at 2 p.m. The monthly gathering will include discussion of photography techniques, style, and more. We look forward to offering photography challenges, field trips, and other opportunities to learn and grow as a photographer. Whether you’re a veteran or new to the art, use digital, film […]

Meet This Month’s Featured Artist!

February 10, 2025 Library Programs

In February, AAPLD is delighted to welcome fine art photographer Kirsten Barry to the Art Wall in the Adult Services Department. Learn a little more about this talented artist. The Artist: Kirsten Barry Background/Experience: I am a fine art photographer who enjoys exploring the world around me whether out in nature or working indoors. Although you can find me with […]

Reading Suggestions

7 Tips for Reading Marathon Success

February 1, 2025 Reading Suggestions

Get ready, get set, go! Reading Marathon, AAPLD’s newest reading challenge starts today, and we’re excited! Beginning February 1, AAPLD cardholders, 18 and over, will have the chance to stretch their reading muscles by reading 26 books! With 26 different reading themes– like 26 miles in a marathon– there’s plenty to keep you reading all the way to the end […]

Discover January’s Library Reads

January 8, 2025 Library Reads, Reading Suggestions

Valentine’s Day isn’t for another month, but with chilly temps outside, it’s a great time to heat things up with a steamy read! January’s Library Reads list offers romance on the ice, in the woods; or cautionary tales about sinister narcissists we meet on business trips (short answer: avoid them at all costs!) plus, a whole lot more. Chosen by […]