National Library Card Sign-Up Month 2024

National Library Card Sign-Up begins September 1, 2024. Your card is a gateway to adventure, much like the ones the Transformers have been a part of since the 1980s. It is fitting that Optimus Prime and the Transformers have teamed up with the American Library Association to show that your library card is more than meets the eye!

What’s happening at the library to celebrate?

Get ready to roll out and see the value of your library card at the library by showing or getting a new AAPLD library card during the month of September 2024 to receive a special gift.

  • Adults and teens can visit the Adult Services Desk at Harnish Main to get a 17 oz. cup
  • Children will receive a pencil, eraser, and sticker by visiting the Youth Services Desk at Harnish Main
  • Pick up an I Love the Library sign and stand from our station next to the Circulation Desk
  • Snap a pic with two different Optimus Prime photo op areas 

Eastgate patrons, don’t miss out, come visit us at the Harnish Main library.

That’s not all!

We’ve partnered with our friends at Algonquin Commons who have generously offered these perks by showing your Algonquin Area Public Library card during the month of September. Show your card at any of these participating businesses and enjoy an extra perk for having an Algonquin Area Public Library card. Below the offers, please review the valid AAPLD card you can use. 

  • American Eagle Outfitters
    Thinking of getting rid of that old pair of jeans? Bring them in and get $10 toward a new pair – just for Real Rewards members! One time use only. Cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion.
  • Apricot Lane Boutique
    $10 off your regular priced purchase of $100. Cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion.
  • Barnes & Noble
    In-store Café Special Offer
    This month’s Hot Book is only $5 with the purchase of any café item. Hot Book title changes monthly, see store for details. One time use only. Algonquin Commons location only. Cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion.
  • Biaggi’s
    One FREE Appetizer with purchase of any pasta or entree*
    *Offer does not include the Pick Three Bruschetta. Valid only at Algonquin Commons location. Limit one coupon per guest, per visit. No cash value. Not valid with other offers. Cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion.
  • Bonefish Grill
    Complimentary Bang Bang Shrimp
    Dine-in Only
    Gratuity and taxes not included. Not valid with Group & Event Dining.
    Valid only at Algonquin Commons location. See server for complete details. Cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion.
  • Claire’s
    FREE Ear Piercing when you purchase a starter set. Cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion.
  • Hollister
    New House Rewards Members save $10 off your purchase of $40. Cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion.
    See sales associate for complete details.
  • Options Medical Weight Loss
    Renew Your Commitment to Lose Weight.
    FREE Consultation. Cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion.
    847-230-9321
  • Orange Theory Fitness
    Try a Class for Free! New members only.
    One time use only. Algonquin Commons location only. Cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion.
  • Pvolve
    First Class FREE
    New members only, conditions apply. Cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion.
    Complete details when you visit us at Algonquin Commons.
    847-385-3218
  • Tap House Grill
    Free Appetizer with any Entrée purchase. Cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion.
    Dine-in only.
    One time use only. Algonquin Commons location only.

These are just some of the ways you benefit from having a library card. Unlock your potential and be your own hero by opening the door to endless knowledge and opportunities. Take it from our friends the Autobots and their leader Optimus Prime when he said, We Can Be Heroes in Our Own Lives, Every One of Us… Start your heroic journey by getting your Algonquin Area Public Library card.