Spring Break 2025 @ AAPLD

March 14, 2025 Featured, Teen Activities, Teen News
A green graphic that says "Spring Break @ AAPLD" using the Algonquin Public Library Logo.

WHEN IS SPRING BREAK?

A calendar showing which high schools have spring break at which time. CLS and HHS have spring break March 24 - 28. DCHS and JHS have spring break March 31 - April 4.

Come to the library for a place to hang out or participate in some fun activities during your Spring Break!

Study Spaces:

An image of study room A, with large windows, a table and a white board. Private Study Rooms
Please call us directly at 847-458-6060 extension 143 to reserve your study room. Study rooms are open to the public. Reserve a study room for up to 2 hours a day, up to 7-days in advance. They are in high demand during this time so it is advised to call in advance to reserve one if you need one.

 

An image of the teen room with large windows and a variety of seating. Teen Room
The teen room on the upper floor is also a place you may go, however this is probably the least quiet option.

 

 

Stuff to Do:

Google Docs Logo Google Docs – RO
Monday, March 24th 7:00 – 8:30 PM
Harnish Main Computer Lab
Learn to use this Google app to write documents. We’ll cover margins, indents, tabs, inserting images, and create meeting notes using building blocks.

 

 

A mini paper succulent, hanging from macrame. Mini Hanging Paper Succulent – RO
Tuesday, March 25th 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Friday, March 28th, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Makerspace
Brighten up your space with mini paper succulents. Learn basic macrame and paper crafting techniques to create a unique, stylish decoration. 

 

Tan napkin rings with wood octogens engraved with names.

Personalized Napkin Rings – RR
Tuesday, March 26th 2:00 – 4:00 PM and 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Makerspace
Create personalized wooden charms using Inkscape design software and our laser cutter. Dress up plain rings with raffia and add your custom charms for a country chic style table setting. 

 

Universal Yums logo

Teen International Snack Club – RO
Monday, March 31st 4:00 – 5: 00 PM
Teen Center
Meet up in the Teen Room to try some international snacks and learn a bit about a country’s history and culture. 

 

 

A bottle of hand soap with a label that says "Hand Soap"

DIY Dish Soap – NR
Tuesday, April 1st ALL DAY
Makerspace
Combine simple, natural ingredients to create your own eco-friendly dish soap that is gentle on your hands and kind to the planet.  

 

 

A lantern made out of floral napkins and 3D printed parts.

Spring Lantern – RR
Thursday, April 3rd 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Makerspace
Transform decorative napkins into faux rice paper for this lantern project, which features a 3D printed lid.