Did you know that AAPLD cardholders can check out and enjoy books, audiobooks, music, and video, anytime, anyplace? Using our digital library collections means that you never have to go without something to read or watch. While our digital collections have plenty of fans, there are still lots of myths and misconceptions that might have discouraged you from trying Libby, […]
A powerful and revered First Lady. The first Latina U.S. Supreme Court justice. A ground-breaking comedian. These are just a few of the fascinating women you can discover this month at Algonquin Area Public Library. March is Women’s History Month, and a great opportunity to learn about the contributions women have made to our nation, and to history. Whether its […]
Okay, today’s snow put a…chill on warm hopes for an early spring, but I wanted to share some pix I took Saturday, which WAS a taste of spring! I hope you were able to get out and enjoy it. We’ll plant our Seed Library sunflowers on the east side of our house, where they’ll get lots of morning sun. With […]
AAPLD’s new Seed Library offers a bounty of vegetable, herb and flower seeds free of charge! Whether you’re an experienced gardener, or just getting started, it’s not too early to prepare for growing season! Learn more about the Seed Library, and request seeds online. We’ll fill your order and notify you when your seeds are ready to pick up. This […]
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Read all about it! Find your McHenry County ancestors in the newspaper McHenry County early newspapers were filled with interesting tidbits that can help you fill in the details in your family history. From as early as 1846, with the Illinois Republican, McHenry County residents could read news from around the country and keep up with the affairs of the […]
Naming the Village of Algonquin The village was first known as Cornish’s Ferry, from Dr. A. B. Cornish, an early settler near the ford above mentioned [Crystal Lake inlet to the Fox River]. Later, when a considerable settlement had grown up, by vote of the inhabitants the name Osceola was adopted. But it was learned that there was already a […]
Welcome back! Beginning in April, join us for a monthly Genealogy Interest Group. Just getting started or stuck at a brick wall? This group is for you! Learn about genealogy topics and resources, and get help with your family research. Bring your genealogy questions and dig into the library’s online resources (and more!). Check the LIBRARY NEWSLETTER for these programs and […]
Oscar season is here, and it’s time to catch up on nominated films you may have missed. Catch some of this year’s best movies and performances at no cost at all– thanks to the power of your library card! We’ve profiled the films in our collection that have received Oscar nods, and also included the categories in which they’ve been […]
February is Black History Month, and its a great time to enjoy a book by a Black author. Whether it’s a gripping mystery, laugh-out-loud romantic comedy, or thought-provoking literary fiction, there are plenty of talented authors writing what you love. We’ve profiled a few authors and a recent release by each one, and you can find lots more in our […]
