Video Tutorial: (keep scrolling down for non-video step-by-step instructions) Non-Video Step-by-Step Instructions: 1.) Go to www.aapld.org. Hover over the Virtual Library toolbar and select Online Resources from the drop-down menu. 2.) Once the Online Resources page loads, scroll down to B for BrainFuse HelpNow. Click on it! […]
This list of local scholarship opportunities is specific to the boundaries of the Algonquin Area Public Library District. This includes high schools in School Districts 155, 158, and 300 as well as the McHenry County College and Elgin Community College districts. Little known fact for these local funds: many of them can’t find enough student applicants to take their free […]
Each year the American Library Association (ALA) honors books, videos, and other outstanding materials for children and teens. Recognized worldwide for the high quality they represent, the ALA Youth Media Awards (YMA) guide parents, educators, librarians, and others in selecting the best materials for youth. Selected by committees composed of librarians and other literature and media experts, the awards encourage […]
The Algonquin Area Public Library District is accepting donations for the 2024 My Sister’s Dress sale program from January 2nd to February 26th, 2024. This includes gently used formalwear like prom dresses, school dance dresses, bridesmaid dresses, mother-of-the-bride dresses, accessories, and formal shoes. We had the most donations in 2023 (270 dresses), so let’s keep that generous energy going into […]
Throughout the year, there are many times where you can expect to just walk into the library and use one of our private study rooms. December is absolutely, 1000% NOT one of those times. Study rooms may be reserved up to one week in advance, so many adults are booking the rooms several days in advance. Keep in mind that […]
Volunteer Opportunities August VolunTeens Lake in the Hills Summer Sunset Festival Parade September VolunTeens Upcoming Programs August International Snack Club September International Snack Club Overdose Prevention & Narcan Training Babysitter Training ($55 Fee) Read for a Lifetime Challenge on Beanstack Keep track of how many Read for a Lifetime books you read this school year. This is the list used […]
Sign-up remotely using Beanstack or stop on into either the Harnish (by Jacobs HS) or Eastgate (by St. Margaret Mary) libraries. Prefer an paper log? Find it here. Everyone who signs up for summer reading is eligible for a small prize. You will then earn your first reading prize after completing 8 hours of reading. The second prize is earned after reading 16 hours. […]
Need a private study room? Call (847)458-6060 extension 143 to book one of our smaller study spaces. You can reserve a room up to 7 days in advance. Each room is available for 2 hours per person, per day. Since May is a time in which everyone (college finals with ECC & MCC too) is studying at the library, it […]
The Randall Albers Young Writers Award is open to all Chicago-area students currently enrolled in grades 9–12 living in Cook, DuPage, Kane, Lake, McHenry, or Will counties. Either fiction or nonfiction writing is eligible. The deadline is April 3rd, 2023. Click here for the official award website & entry form. A $500 prize will be awarded to the 2023 1st […]
Each year the American Library Association (ALA) honors books, videos, and other outstanding materials for children and teens. Recognized worldwide for the high quality they represent, the ALA Youth Media Awards (YMA), including the prestigious Newbery, Caldecott, Printz, and Coretta Scott King Book Awards, guide parents, educators, librarians, and others in selecting the best materials for youth. Selected by committees […]
