News & Announcements from Libraries

If you’re interested in learning what Lake County life was like in the early days, visit Lake Villa District Library (LVDL) and explore the Millburn Historic District Exhibit. In partnership with the Historic Millburn Community Association, the exhibit features artifacts and stories that bring the...

We are excited to invite you and your staff to an informative and hands-on Book Doctor Event at Morris Area Public Library! This workshop is designed to help your library staff learn essential skills to protect and repair books, ultimately extending their lifespan and reducing the need for costly...

It was quite an honor for the Virginia Community School District to receive the RAILS My Library Is… Grant! We were able to receive this grant through our teamwork and love for the library. It all started when our 2023-2024 School Librarian, Ms. Stephanie, and our High School ELA teacher, Mrs...

Literacy ambassador, librarian, and social media star Mychal Threets is joining the Oak Park Public Library for a conversation about library love on Thursday, April 10, as part of its National Library Week festivities and advocacy efforts. Mychal has risen to fame on social media as mental health...

Register here: https://lansing.librarycalendar.com/event/demcos-book-repair-workshop-hands-rescheduled-15702 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...

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... Grant. Thanks to their...

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 purchased from Follett to work in...

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...

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 of the LC, which also includes...

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...