Library Reads
June’s Library Reads Selections
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The Case of the Traveling Mysteries and Other Library Adventures
The next time you visit the Adult Services Department at the Main Library on Harnish Drive, you might notice that things look a little bit different. Our librarians and materials staff have been busy rearranging our fiction collections to make browsing easier, and to create room for some exciting new items we can’t wait to share! Here’s where you’ll find…
Library Programs
Focus on Your Creativity
If you love taking photos, get acquainted with the Worth 1,000 Words Camera Club! The club meets the first Wednesday of each month, both in-person at AAPLD, and virtually. Photographers of all experience levels are welcome. Members use digital, film, and cellphone cameras. “We have very expert members and raw beginners. Any style of photography, equipment, and any subject matters […]
Genealogy
Find your family using the 1950 Census!
After the long 72-year waiting period, family researchers finally have access to the 1950 Federal Census. Learn more about using this resource for genealogy. We will be hosting a webinar with Lisa Louise Cooke, and she will guide us through the 1950 Census. The May 17th webinar was cancelled due to circumstances beyond our control, but the program will be […]
Book Reviews
Enjoy A Reader-Recommended Book!
The Spring Fling Reading Challenge invites participants to review a book they’ve read, and our patrons have responded! If you’re looking for an intriguing new read, why not give one of these “Favorite Flings” a try? Browse online, call the library to place a hold, or stop in and check out our Favorite Flings display in the Adult Services department. […]
Library Reads
May’s Library Reads Selections
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Explore The Library of Things!
Did you know that Algonquin Area Public Library has a collection of unique items for digital preservation, crafting, photography, and more? The Library of Things contains tools and equipment for special projects, such as transferring treasured home movies to digital formats, to save you money and storage. Considering a new hobby? Try some of our crafting tools before buying your […]
Library Programs
Seed Library Journal #4- April 11
After a week (at least) of gray skies and temps in the 40s, the sunny weekend was the motivation I needed to plant my Seed Library seeds! I’m using the tabletop greenhouse I got for my birthday, but you can find seed trays and accessories at most garden and hardware stores. The Seed Library has lots of vegetable, herb and […]
Reading Challenge
Celebrate National Library Week with The Big Library Read!
It’s National Library Week, and what better way to feel the library love than by joining an international celebration of reading? The Big Library Read is the world’s largest digital book club, with over 20,000 libraries participating, including Algonquin Area Public Library District. Taking part is easy. Between April 4 -18, use the Libby digital library app to download the […]
Genealogy
The 1950 Census is Here!
The excitement is real for genealogy fans. On April 1st, the 1950 Census was released by the National Archives. The 1950 census is available to browse at the National Archives website: https://www.archives.gov/research/census/1950 This census is not yet fully indexed, but there is a search engine for the AI (machine) index- it’s kind of like OCR for handwriting, so you can […]