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Celebrating Italian and Polish American Heritage Month

October 10, 2023 Reading Suggestions

This month we’re celebrating Italian-Americans and Polish-Americans, their contributions and stories. In the Adult Services Department, you’ll find a display of cookbooks, fiction written by Italian and Polish authors, films starring actors of Italian and Polish descent, music performed by Italian and Polish artists. We’re also highlighting biographies and memoirs of notable people of Italian and Polish descent. Stop in […]

Discover October’s Library Reads

October 1, 2023 Library Reads, Reading Suggestions

The season of ghouls, ghosts, and things that go bump in the night has arrived. If scary books are your October jam, this month’s Library Reads list has you covered. Whether it’s a child’s sinister “imaginary” friend, a Louisiana preacher’s daughter discovering devilish doings in her small town, or fearsome visions that drive a young woman to the brink of […]

Chilling Reads for Hispanic Heritage Month

September 14, 2023 Reading Suggestions

September 15 through October 15 marks Hispanic Heritage Month, a long-standing celebration of Hispanic contributions to all facets of society. With a number of young Hispanic horror writers generating plenty of book-world buzz, it’s the perfect time for some frighteningly good reading; right on the cusp of Halloween season. Visit the Hispanic Heritage Month display in the Adult Services area […]

AAPLD welcomes author Nick Medina

September 7, 2023 Library Programs

Algonquin Area Public Library is excited to celebrate the success of local author Nick Medina, whose debut thriller Sisters of the Lost Nation, has garnered both critical acclaim, and commercial success, with two events this fall. On Tuesday, October 24, at 7:00 p.m., the library will hold an online discussion about the novel with patrons from other local libraries. Register […]

Discover September’s Library Reads

September 1, 2023 Library Reads, Reading Suggestions

Even if vacation season is over, books offer a great escape to another time and place. This month’s Library Reads take you to such varied locales as present-day India, a comfortable suburban neighborhood, or 17th century Jamestown, along with absorbing stories, and fascinating characters. Library Reads are ten new releases chosen each month by librarians across the country as their […]

August is Read-A-Romance Month

August 21, 2023 Reading Suggestions

Looking for a fun, upbeat read to enjoy during the final weeks of summer? Grab a romance novel! August is Read-A-Romance month, a time to celebrate one of literature’s most popular, and optimistic genres! Romance novels are defined by two must-haves: a central love story and a happy ending, that includes the central couple together, in either a happily ever […]

On The Move at AAPLD!

August 9, 2023 Uncategorized

There’ve been some changes to the Adult Services area at the Main Library on Harnish Drive. Biographies and Memoirs have moved from the Fiction area to Non-Fiction. They now reside in the first section of shelves, facing the West Windows, across from study tables and soft seating. Career books and World Language materials have moved from rolling shelves to the […]

Discover August’s Library Reads

August 1, 2023 Library Reads, Reading Suggestions

Mystery, romance, family secrets, and a guy who gets swallowed by a sperm whale. You’ll find all this and more, in August’s Library Reads selections. While official summer reading is over, there’s still plenty of great summer reads waiting to be discovered, including these ten fiction and non-fiction selections, chosen by librarians across the country as their favorites. Browse the […]

Discover July’s Library Reads

July 11, 2023 Library Reads, Reading Suggestions

July is vacation time! Whether you’re heading to a dream destination, or simply a shady spot in your backyard, be sure to grab a good book to take along. To find one, look no further than this month’s Library Reads, new releases that have been selected by librarians across the country as their favorites. Browse the selections here, or stop […]

Staff Recs for Summer Reading

June 29, 2023 Uncategorized

What happens when you ask book lovers for recommendations? They deliver! The Adult Services Department and Eastgate Branch staff members share some of their recent favorites reads, covering a variety of genres, fiction and non-fiction. No matter what you’re in the mood for, you’re sure to find ideas for your Summer Reading! Rules of Civility by Amor Towles “This author […]