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Double the Anniversaries, Double the Celebration!

Community Events
July 18, 2026
In 2026, the Algonquin Area Public Library Eastgate Branch turns 50, and the Fox River Valley Public Library celebrates an incredible 150 years. We want to celebrate by giving back to our community! All through September, we’re collecting birthday party supplies to help ensure everyone has a chance to celebrate their special day. Donations will benefit the D300 Food Pantry, [...]

Adult Services

Join The Club! Find a group that fuels your passion at AAPLD
Join The Club! Find a group that fuels your passion at AAPLD

Kids going back to school? Newly retired? Ready to discover (or rediscover) a new interest? Check out AAPLD's roster of in-house and community-sponsored clubs, conveniently located at your friendly, neighborhood [...]

Spice Club – August 2026 – Cajun Blackening
Spice Club – August 2026 – Cajun Blackening

Cajun Blackening Blend is a bold, flavorful seasoning from the culinary traditions of southern Louisiana. Cajun Blackening Blend is a versatile seasoning for fish, shrimp, chicken, steak, pork, roasted potatoes, [...]

Don’t Leave Home Without Us!
Don’t Leave Home Without Us!

Taking to the road or sky this summer? Stock up on e-books, e-audiobooks, digital music, video and more from AAPLD! Digital resources are easy to use, easy to access, and [...]

Teen Services

2026 Teen Summer Programs
2026 Teen Summer Programs

CHECK OUT THESE SUMMER PROGRAMS! Teen Crochet Club – RO Wednesday, June 3rd 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM Wednesay, July 1st 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM Harnish Main Teen Center [...]

2026 IL High School Booklist: Read for a Lifetime
2026 IL High School Booklist: Read for a Lifetime

Read for a Lifetime is a statewide reading program that targets high school students. This initiative promotes the enjoyment of reading by encouraging students to read both classic and contemporary [...]

2026 IL High School Booklist: Lincoln Award
2026 IL High School Booklist: Lincoln Award

Each year Illinois students in grades 9-12 can vote for their favorite book from the Lincoln Award Master list of 20 titles. The Lincoln Award is given to the book [...]

Youth Services

’70s inspired crafts during September
’70s inspired crafts during September

Our Eastgate Branch opened in 1976, and as it celebrates 50 years of serving the community, youth services is throwing it back to the ’70s with crafts that are just [...]

No plans? Try a drop-in program!
No plans? Try a drop-in program!

With our busy summer calendars, a lot of our youth programs have filled up quickly! But did you know we also offer programs that do not require registration and are [...]

Plant a Seed, Read: We’re Halfway There!
Plant a Seed, Read: We’re Halfway There!

It’s hard to believe we are already halfway through our 2026 Summer Reading Program! We currently have 2268 children aged birth-8th grade signed up, and 388 kiddos have already completed [...]

AAPLD Web Accessibility Statement

The Algonquin Area Public Library District strives to ensure that everyone has access to our full range of collections, programming, events, meetings, and services. The Library has selected the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), version 2.1, level AA, as its accessibility standard, and strives to conform to the WCAG standard to ensure our digital offers are accessible.

If you encounter any accessibility barriers when using the Library’s website or apps, or if you would like to report any accessibility concerns, whether digital, technological, or physical, or if you would like to request reasonable accommodations, please contact us at accessibility@aapld.org. We will provide effective communications to provide you with accessible content and reasonable accommodations that address your needs.