News & Announcements from Libraries

Register here: https://lansing.librarycalendar.com/event/demcos-book-repair-workshop-h… Library Staff are invited to join us at Lansing Public Library as we host Demco's Kimberly Young, Book Doctor for a hands-on book repair workshop. Book Doctor Workshops provide book care...

The St. Charles Public Library is proud to announce the launch of STC Immersive, a state-of-the-art initiative designed to inspire, educate, and entertain the community in new and exciting ways. This one-of-a-kind offering combines technology, storytelling, and stunning visual effects to create an...

Illinois Prairie District Public Library (IPDPL) in Woodford County, IL, launched a redesigned website at the end of January, offering a more user-friendly experience and improved access to library resources. Patrons can easily search the catalog, explore digital resources, and stay up-to-date on...

From the My Library Is... Blog: We are thrilled to announce the successful completion of the Right to Read Poster Project, an inspiring initiative celebrating intellectual freedom and libraries' vital role in our society. This project was made possible through generous funding from the My Library Is...

From the My Library Is... Blog: The My Library Is... Grant has allowed over seventy of our students to read books in their home language. Some of the languages spoken in our school are Ukrainian, Spanish, and Portuguese. Multilanguage learner instructors have utilized the foreign language texts...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Doug Cataldo, Communications and Outreach Coordinator Phone: 847-458-3144 Email: doug.cataldo@aapld.org Algonquin, IL – January 2025 We are thrilled to welcome you back to the Eastgate Branch of the Algonquin Area Public Library District! After months of transformation...

From the My Library Is... Blog: The Learning Commons (LC) Library at Sauk Valley Community College (SVCC) is pleased to announce some significant developments made possible through the My Library Is... Grant funds. These enhancements are aimed at improving branding, visibility, and overall awareness...

Black History Month is a time to honor and reflect on the rich history, culture, and contributions of Black Americans. This February, we are thrilled to host a series of exciting events Our events will take place at both the Holiday Inn Matteson and the Matteson Area Library District 801 School Ave...

Saturday, January 25 | 1-4 pm | Glen Ellyn Public Library Meet local authors whose books are part of Glen Ellyn Public Library’s Emerging Author Collection and the collection at large. Discover the next wave of literary talent and connect with up-and-coming writers, hear about their fresh ideas, and...

The Zion-Benton Public Library District made the news! A Zion woman worked with the Zion Genealogical Society (ZGS) to find the family of the person who donated their kidney to her 40 years ago! The ZGS has dedicated space in the Library for genealogical research, and ABC 7 selected the Library for...

All levels of library staff in the Lake County Area are invited to learn about people in transitional housing in Lake County and in particular how local libraries can connect people with resources for assistance and support. Participants are invited to join in-person or online via Zoom. Coffee will...

On Wednesday, December 18, 2024, the Maywood Public Library District has officially announced, Daniela Martinez, as their new Executive Library Director. Daniela graduated from Dominican University in 2021 with her Master of Library and Information Science, with a concentration in Youth Services...