Addison Public Library
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The Friends of the Library have refreshed their Little Free Library at the Addison Park District Community Rec Center! Take a book or leave a book. ❤️
📅 Join the next FOL meeting: Wednesday, November 19 at 4:00 PM at the library
📧 friends@addisonlibrary.org | addisonlibrary.org/FOL
📅 Join the next FOL meeting: Wednesday, November 19 at 4:00 PM at the library
📧 friends@addisonlibrary.org | addisonlibrary.org/FOL
November 13, 2025 at 1:15 AM
The Friends of the Library have refreshed their Little Free Library at the Addison Park District Community Rec Center! Take a book or leave a book. ❤️
📅 Join the next FOL meeting: Wednesday, November 19 at 4:00 PM at the library
📧 friends@addisonlibrary.org | addisonlibrary.org/FOL
📅 Join the next FOL meeting: Wednesday, November 19 at 4:00 PM at the library
📧 friends@addisonlibrary.org | addisonlibrary.org/FOL
Join us this Friday, November 14 at the library for a drop-in session of Genealogy Club! Volunteers from the Martha Ibbetson DAR Chapter will provide personalized assistance with your family research.
Bring your questions, research notes, or just your curiosity!
Bring your questions, research notes, or just your curiosity!
November 12, 2025 at 1:10 AM
Join us this Friday, November 14 at the library for a drop-in session of Genealogy Club! Volunteers from the Martha Ibbetson DAR Chapter will provide personalized assistance with your family research.
Bring your questions, research notes, or just your curiosity!
Bring your questions, research notes, or just your curiosity!
This Veterans Day, we honor and remember those who have served.
Explore our Veteran Biographies list of books that share veteran stories, experiences, and their sacrifices: addisonlibrary.org/veteran-bios-2025
The library is open today from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
Explore our Veteran Biographies list of books that share veteran stories, experiences, and their sacrifices: addisonlibrary.org/veteran-bios-2025
The library is open today from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
November 11, 2025 at 3:39 PM
This Veterans Day, we honor and remember those who have served.
Explore our Veteran Biographies list of books that share veteran stories, experiences, and their sacrifices: addisonlibrary.org/veteran-bios-2025
The library is open today from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
Explore our Veteran Biographies list of books that share veteran stories, experiences, and their sacrifices: addisonlibrary.org/veteran-bios-2025
The library is open today from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
VetNow is a free resource with your library card that connects veterans with live help with benefit applications, eligibility questions, referrals to local resources, and completing official forms. Available every day from 2–11 PM!
Explore VetNow: brainfuse.com/highed/home.asp?a_id=53A8A7E2&ss&r
Explore VetNow: brainfuse.com/highed/home.asp?a_id=53A8A7E2&ss&r
November 10, 2025 at 8:02 PM
VetNow is a free resource with your library card that connects veterans with live help with benefit applications, eligibility questions, referrals to local resources, and completing official forms. Available every day from 2–11 PM!
Explore VetNow: brainfuse.com/highed/home.asp?a_id=53A8A7E2&ss&r
Explore VetNow: brainfuse.com/highed/home.asp?a_id=53A8A7E2&ss&r
Building project update! 🚧 The old flooring on part of the 2nd floor has been removed, and new flooring will be installed next week! The floor is open and safe to use, but you may see a few areas temporarily blocked off while work progresses.
November 7, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Building project update! 🚧 The old flooring on part of the 2nd floor has been removed, and new flooring will be installed next week! The floor is open and safe to use, but you may see a few areas temporarily blocked off while work progresses.
Our November/December 2025 newsletter is available online!
Read it here: addisonlibrary.org/newsletter
Read it here: addisonlibrary.org/newsletter
November 5, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Our November/December 2025 newsletter is available online!
Read it here: addisonlibrary.org/newsletter
Read it here: addisonlibrary.org/newsletter
November is for writers 📝✨
Pick up your free Writing Starter Kit! Adults can get a tote bag, and teens can get a notebook, pen, stickers, and more. While supplies last!
Don't miss our Writers Meet-Up on Tues., Nov. 4 at 7:00 PM to connect with local writers and get inspired!
Pick up your free Writing Starter Kit! Adults can get a tote bag, and teens can get a notebook, pen, stickers, and more. While supplies last!
Don't miss our Writers Meet-Up on Tues., Nov. 4 at 7:00 PM to connect with local writers and get inspired!
November 4, 2025 at 1:00 AM
November is for writers 📝✨
Pick up your free Writing Starter Kit! Adults can get a tote bag, and teens can get a notebook, pen, stickers, and more. While supplies last!
Don't miss our Writers Meet-Up on Tues., Nov. 4 at 7:00 PM to connect with local writers and get inspired!
Pick up your free Writing Starter Kit! Adults can get a tote bag, and teens can get a notebook, pen, stickers, and more. While supplies last!
Don't miss our Writers Meet-Up on Tues., Nov. 4 at 7:00 PM to connect with local writers and get inspired!
Celebrate Small Business Saturday with us! 🛍️ During the month of November, show your Addison Public Library card at participating businesses and get special offers, free items, giveaways, and more.
To see all of the participating businesses, visit addisonlibrary.org/SBS. #smallbusinesssaturday
To see all of the participating businesses, visit addisonlibrary.org/SBS. #smallbusinesssaturday
November 1, 2025 at 2:57 PM
Celebrate Small Business Saturday with us! 🛍️ During the month of November, show your Addison Public Library card at participating businesses and get special offers, free items, giveaways, and more.
To see all of the participating businesses, visit addisonlibrary.org/SBS. #smallbusinesssaturday
To see all of the participating businesses, visit addisonlibrary.org/SBS. #smallbusinesssaturday
We nailed it! 🔨
At this year’s Trunk or Treat events, our staff dressed up as a construction crew to celebrate our building project! We loved meeting families and seeing your costumes around the community. Happy Halloween! 🎃
At this year’s Trunk or Treat events, our staff dressed up as a construction crew to celebrate our building project! We loved meeting families and seeing your costumes around the community. Happy Halloween! 🎃
October 31, 2025 at 5:11 PM
We nailed it! 🔨
At this year’s Trunk or Treat events, our staff dressed up as a construction crew to celebrate our building project! We loved meeting families and seeing your costumes around the community. Happy Halloween! 🎃
At this year’s Trunk or Treat events, our staff dressed up as a construction crew to celebrate our building project! We loved meeting families and seeing your costumes around the community. Happy Halloween! 🎃
From crafts to science kits to drop-in activities... Discover what’s happening for grades K–5 this November and December on our blog!
🍂 addisonlibrary.org/news/programs-activities-grades-k-5-november-december
🍂 addisonlibrary.org/news/programs-activities-grades-k-5-november-december
October 29, 2025 at 9:31 PM
From crafts to science kits to drop-in activities... Discover what’s happening for grades K–5 this November and December on our blog!
🍂 addisonlibrary.org/news/programs-activities-grades-k-5-november-december
🍂 addisonlibrary.org/news/programs-activities-grades-k-5-november-december
Attention Boundless users! ⚠️ Due to the recent and unexpected closure of Baker & Taylor, the Boundless app for eBooks and audiobooks is being discontinued.
Read more about this transition on our blog: www.addisonlibrary.org/news/importa...
Read more about this transition on our blog: www.addisonlibrary.org/news/importa...
October 28, 2025 at 6:09 PM
Attention Boundless users! ⚠️ Due to the recent and unexpected closure of Baker & Taylor, the Boundless app for eBooks and audiobooks is being discontinued.
Read more about this transition on our blog: www.addisonlibrary.org/news/importa...
Read more about this transition on our blog: www.addisonlibrary.org/news/importa...
Join us Sat., Nov. 8 at 11:00 AM for a program with RN Sharon Bowers on navigating grief, finding support, and caring for yourself. We'll end the event with a special rose ceremony to honor your loved one. 🌹
📅 Register: addisonlibrary.libcal.com/event/14762849
📞 Or call us at 630.458.3320.
📅 Register: addisonlibrary.libcal.com/event/14762849
📞 Or call us at 630.458.3320.
October 28, 2025 at 12:15 AM
Join us Sat., Nov. 8 at 11:00 AM for a program with RN Sharon Bowers on navigating grief, finding support, and caring for yourself. We'll end the event with a special rose ceremony to honor your loved one. 🌹
📅 Register: addisonlibrary.libcal.com/event/14762849
📞 Or call us at 630.458.3320.
📅 Register: addisonlibrary.libcal.com/event/14762849
📞 Or call us at 630.458.3320.
Ready for a fright? 👻 Dive into Kanopy’s Fright Fest—where cult classics, creepy thrillers, and horror hits await.
Stream for free with your library card: kanopy.com/category/30654
Stream for free with your library card: kanopy.com/category/30654
October 26, 2025 at 10:01 PM
Ready for a fright? 👻 Dive into Kanopy’s Fright Fest—where cult classics, creepy thrillers, and horror hits await.
Stream for free with your library card: kanopy.com/category/30654
Stream for free with your library card: kanopy.com/category/30654
So proud of our staff members who presented at the @illibraryassoc.bsky.social Annual Conference last week! 🎉
They shared their expertise with library professionals from across the state, and we couldn't be more excited about the knowledge and connections they brought back. #ILA2025
They shared their expertise with library professionals from across the state, and we couldn't be more excited about the knowledge and connections they brought back. #ILA2025
October 24, 2025 at 7:29 PM
So proud of our staff members who presented at the @illibraryassoc.bsky.social Annual Conference last week! 🎉
They shared their expertise with library professionals from across the state, and we couldn't be more excited about the knowledge and connections they brought back. #ILA2025
They shared their expertise with library professionals from across the state, and we couldn't be more excited about the knowledge and connections they brought back. #ILA2025
Here's a behind-the-scenes peek at the construction progress in our 2nd floor computer area! 🛠️
New study rooms are taking shape, and light fixtures are getting ready to be installed. The second photo shows a rendering of what the finished space will look like.
It's all coming together!
New study rooms are taking shape, and light fixtures are getting ready to be installed. The second photo shows a rendering of what the finished space will look like.
It's all coming together!
October 23, 2025 at 7:57 PM
Here's a behind-the-scenes peek at the construction progress in our 2nd floor computer area! 🛠️
New study rooms are taking shape, and light fixtures are getting ready to be installed. The second photo shows a rendering of what the finished space will look like.
It's all coming together!
New study rooms are taking shape, and light fixtures are getting ready to be installed. The second photo shows a rendering of what the finished space will look like.
It's all coming together!
Thanks to Firefighter Randy and the Addison Fire Protection District for welcoming us on Saturday for an afternoon filled with stories, fun activities, and learning about fire safety for Fire Prevention Month! 🚒
October 22, 2025 at 6:35 PM
Thanks to Firefighter Randy and the Addison Fire Protection District for welcoming us on Saturday for an afternoon filled with stories, fun activities, and learning about fire safety for Fire Prevention Month! 🚒
It’s National Friends of Libraries Week! 💛
We’re celebrating our Friends of the Addison Public Library! Their volunteering & fundraising efforts support library programs, scholarships, free books, and so much more.
Thank you, Friends, for everything you do! Get involved: addisonlibrary.org/friends
We’re celebrating our Friends of the Addison Public Library! Their volunteering & fundraising efforts support library programs, scholarships, free books, and so much more.
Thank you, Friends, for everything you do! Get involved: addisonlibrary.org/friends
October 21, 2025 at 7:52 PM
It’s National Friends of Libraries Week! 💛
We’re celebrating our Friends of the Addison Public Library! Their volunteering & fundraising efforts support library programs, scholarships, free books, and so much more.
Thank you, Friends, for everything you do! Get involved: addisonlibrary.org/friends
We’re celebrating our Friends of the Addison Public Library! Their volunteering & fundraising efforts support library programs, scholarships, free books, and so much more.
Thank you, Friends, for everything you do! Get involved: addisonlibrary.org/friends
Our main book vendor, Baker & Taylor, will be shutting down in the coming months.
You may notice delays in seeing new releases and popular titles on our shelves over the next few weeks, but new books are still coming!
Read more: addisonlibrary.org/news/possible-delays-new-materials
You may notice delays in seeing new releases and popular titles on our shelves over the next few weeks, but new books are still coming!
Read more: addisonlibrary.org/news/possible-delays-new-materials
October 20, 2025 at 7:03 PM
Our main book vendor, Baker & Taylor, will be shutting down in the coming months.
You may notice delays in seeing new releases and popular titles on our shelves over the next few weeks, but new books are still coming!
Read more: addisonlibrary.org/news/possible-delays-new-materials
You may notice delays in seeing new releases and popular titles on our shelves over the next few weeks, but new books are still coming!
Read more: addisonlibrary.org/news/possible-delays-new-materials
Fall is here, and Halloween is just around the corner! Whether you like scary movies, or prefer cozy crafts, APL has something for you.
Check out our recommendations for what to watch, read, and do during spooky season: addisonlibrary.org/news/spooky-season-here-fall-and-halloween-apl
Check out our recommendations for what to watch, read, and do during spooky season: addisonlibrary.org/news/spooky-season-here-fall-and-halloween-apl
October 17, 2025 at 8:33 PM
Fall is here, and Halloween is just around the corner! Whether you like scary movies, or prefer cozy crafts, APL has something for you.
Check out our recommendations for what to watch, read, and do during spooky season: addisonlibrary.org/news/spooky-season-here-fall-and-halloween-apl
Check out our recommendations for what to watch, read, and do during spooky season: addisonlibrary.org/news/spooky-season-here-fall-and-halloween-apl
Making our mark! 🖋️ Library staff had the exciting opportunity to sign a beam in our first floor construction area — a fun, yet meaningful milestone as our renovation project continues.
Here's to building something special for our community!
Here's to building something special for our community!
October 16, 2025 at 9:08 PM
Making our mark! 🖋️ Library staff had the exciting opportunity to sign a beam in our first floor construction area — a fun, yet meaningful milestone as our renovation project continues.
Here's to building something special for our community!
Here's to building something special for our community!
Your library story matters. 📣
Share your Addison Public Library story at addisonlibrary.org/because-APL.
Share your Addison Public Library story at addisonlibrary.org/because-APL.
October 15, 2025 at 12:01 AM
Your library story matters. 📣
Share your Addison Public Library story at addisonlibrary.org/because-APL.
Share your Addison Public Library story at addisonlibrary.org/because-APL.
We’ve added some new titles to our magazine collection! Find the latest issues of Vanidades and ¡Hola! in Spanish, plus Otaku Magazine for anime and manga fans.
Ask a staff member to help you locate them on the 2nd floor of the library!
Ask a staff member to help you locate them on the 2nd floor of the library!
October 13, 2025 at 7:30 PM
We’ve added some new titles to our magazine collection! Find the latest issues of Vanidades and ¡Hola! in Spanish, plus Otaku Magazine for anime and manga fans.
Ask a staff member to help you locate them on the 2nd floor of the library!
Ask a staff member to help you locate them on the 2nd floor of the library!
Look for us at the Park District! During our pop-up library visits, you can sign up for a library card, renew a library card, check out items, or return items.
Mon., Oct. 13 from 9:00 AM at Club Fitness
Tues., Oct. 21 from 11:00 AM at Rec Center
addisonlibrary.libcal.com/calendar/eve...
Mon., Oct. 13 from 9:00 AM at Club Fitness
Tues., Oct. 21 from 11:00 AM at Rec Center
addisonlibrary.libcal.com/calendar/eve...
October 11, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Look for us at the Park District! During our pop-up library visits, you can sign up for a library card, renew a library card, check out items, or return items.
Mon., Oct. 13 from 9:00 AM at Club Fitness
Tues., Oct. 21 from 11:00 AM at Rec Center
addisonlibrary.libcal.com/calendar/eve...
Mon., Oct. 13 from 9:00 AM at Club Fitness
Tues., Oct. 21 from 11:00 AM at Rec Center
addisonlibrary.libcal.com/calendar/eve...
Join Children's Services staff along with Firefighter Randy at the Addison Fire Department at 10 S. Addison Road for an afternoon of stories, activities, and more, all to commemorate Fire Prevention Month! All ages; drop-in.
🚒 Sat., Oct. 18 from 2:00-2:45 PM
🚒 Sat., Oct. 18 from 2:00-2:45 PM
October 9, 2025 at 2:04 PM
Join Children's Services staff along with Firefighter Randy at the Addison Fire Department at 10 S. Addison Road for an afternoon of stories, activities, and more, all to commemorate Fire Prevention Month! All ages; drop-in.
🚒 Sat., Oct. 18 from 2:00-2:45 PM
🚒 Sat., Oct. 18 from 2:00-2:45 PM
If you’re an Addison Public Library cardholder who is unable to visit the library for 4 weeks or more on a temporary or permanent basis, you are welcome to order our items to be delivered to you.
Learn more about home delivery: addisonlibrary.org/home-delivery
Learn more about home delivery: addisonlibrary.org/home-delivery
October 8, 2025 at 7:03 PM
If you’re an Addison Public Library cardholder who is unable to visit the library for 4 weeks or more on a temporary or permanent basis, you are welcome to order our items to be delivered to you.
Learn more about home delivery: addisonlibrary.org/home-delivery
Learn more about home delivery: addisonlibrary.org/home-delivery