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Are you a news junkie? Or, do you want to start following current events for the first time? We're starting a group on politics and policy where we'll read a few articles and come in and discuss them over light refreshments at the library. Check out the articles we're reading for our June 3 meeting and if you want to discuss them, give us a call or register for the program on our events calendar. Read More

As you may have read in the newsletter, our summer hours begin soon. Beginning on Sunday, May 26, we will be closed Sundays until the week after Labor Day. The newsletter erroneously states that we will be open on May 26, when in fact we will be closed. (We will also be closed on Memorial Day.) We will also close an hour earlier on Fridays after Memorial Day. Aside from these changes, we'll be open as usual! Read More

If the kids haven't gotten mom a present yet, fear not! We'll have a drop in Mother's Day craft available on Saturday, May 11. From 2–3, drop by and make something special. Passes will be distributed 15 minutes prior to the start of the program. See other upcoming programs in our newsletter. Read More

Out with the old and in with the new! We have gotten rid of our photocopiers and replaced them with amazing new scanners. The new consoles allow users to scan documents for free and them save them to a USB drive or an email. You can, of course, still print out or fax hard copies. It's very easy to use, but as always, our librarians will be happy to help you. Read More

You won't see this in the newsletter, but we're going to have some Magna-Tiles to play with on Saturday, May 4th, from 2:00-3:00. Get ready to have fun, be creative, and learn a little at the same time! You don't even have to register! Some restrictions do apply, so read on for a few more details. Read More

It's finally warm out! Come celebrate with us and with our friends from Whole Foods Market Schaumburg. They're coming out to share recipes, prizes, and some samples of delicious spring and summer smoothies on Tuesday, April 30 at 7 pm. There's still time to register! Read More

It's National Library Week! If you love your library and want to let the world know, why not give our page a "like" on Facebook and get your friends to do the same? We're hoping to get to 500 likes by the end of the week! Read More

Thursday, April 25, Joseph Book from Itasca Bank & Trust will head out to the library to give our second Money Smart Week presentation. If you care for both your kids and your parents, or you think you may someday find yourself sandwiched between the two generations, stop by the library at 7:00 on Thursday night to learn four important tips on this topic. Read More

Running is an inexpensive and liberating way to stay healthy and as the weather gets warm, you might want to give it a try! Coaches from Elmhurst’s Runner’s Soul store will be at the library to share their expertise on how to get started, avoid injury, and stay motivated. Dress for a very short, optional run after the program if you’d like them to look at your form. Read More

Jazz up your spring at the library as this band plays mainstream jazz numbers. Don't miss the Terry Sullivan Trio this Sunday at 3:00! Read More

We want to make sure our patrons know we'll be closed on Easter. No materials will be due that day. Visit our "Location and Hours" page for more information on library's closings or call us with questions. We'll be open Saturday, March 30 and we'll look forward to opening back up at 9:00 AM on Monday, April 1. Read More

Our new Teen Librarian, Elizabeth, is starting a Teen Advisory Group for teens interested in a community leadership position; they can help plan programs and build our collection of YA material. Read More

Our new Teen Librarian, Elizabeth, is starting a Teen Advisory Group for teens interested in a community leadership position; they can help plan programs and build our collection of YA material. Read More

Were you able to come to World Fest? Check out what you missed or relive the celebration on our Facebook page, and while you're there, make sure to like our page! Thanks to everyone who came for making it a big success. We're already starting to plan next year's event, but in the meantime, don't forget we have great programs every week for kids and adults! Read More

We're very excited to announce that the library has subscribed to the digital magazine service Zinio. Library patrons can access some of the most popular magazines around for free from their tablet, smartphone, or computer. If you need help setting it up, swing by the library and we'll be happy to help. Read More

Join us for the next joint Library/Park District book discussion on March 18th from 10-11AM. The group, "Between the Lines," will be discussing The Devil in the White City: Murder, Magic, and Madness at the Fair That Changed America by Erik Larson. Books are available at the Addison Park District, 120 E. Oak Street, Addison. The book discussion will also take place in the Park District meeting room on Oak Street. Read More

The library's book discussion group, which was scheduled to meet on Tuesday, 3/5, will instead meet at a later date due to the snowstorm being forecast. Stay tuned for further updates--we will call our regular attendees and anyone who's checked the book out, and will post the new date here. Read More

This Saturday, March 9, join us at noon for World Fest, our cultural celebration that's fun for the whole family. This year, we'll have African and Indian dancing, live Mariachi music, henna, crafts, prizes, and treats from around the world. Read More

Our Adult Winter Reading Program, "There's Snow Better Time to Read," will run until March 2! Library card-holding adults can enter for a chance to win a Samsung Galaxy 2 tablet and other prizes. For more information, go to our website's "Reader's Corner," call us at (630) 458-3320, or stop by the Adult Services desk! Sign up today: Read More

Are you planning to send someone off to preschool next year? Don't make any decisions without coming to our Preschool and Daycare Expo on Saturday, Feb. 2! Teachers and daycare operators from Addison, Itasca, Bensenville, and Wood Dale will be in attendance. You won't want to miss it! Read More