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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

Former Teen Librarian Dianne Ludwig was recently promoted to the position of Head of Circulation. Her predecessor, Diane Klecka, was honored for her 32 years of outstanding service to the library and the people of Addison by the Board of Trustees. The library is now searching for a teen librarian to replace Dianne. Read More

Addison Public Library is pleased to announce that we have been chosen by the National Endowment for the Humanities and the American Library Association to receive books and films relating to a theme they are exploring this year: Muslim Journeys. We'll have more information soon, but we wanted to share some of the items we'll soon be adding to our collection: Read More

Aspiring authors take note! The Inside Writing & Publishing program series is fast approaching. This series of events at various DuPage County libraries is geared at anyone hoping to write seriously or get published. IWP comes to Addison on Tues., Jan 29 at 7 p.m., but will make stops at other libraries throughout the winter. Read More

Hey teens, want to learn how to use Photoshop Elements on the new MacBook Airs to create awesome self-pics? Register for this TNT: Teens 'n Technology program! Read More

This Saturday is the first day of the year to register children for some really neat programs. Check out our newsletter to see what we've got going on this winter--including a health program, a trip to Kenya, and a Valentine's Day party. For parents, our Preschool Expo is coming up and we have lots of adult programs coming up, too! Read More

The latest newsletter has been shipped out and will begin arriving at doorsteps across Addison in the coming days! Until then, you can see it online! This winter, we're offering free yoga classes, a program on making your own beer, a healthy eating class and more. Read on for the details! Read More

Addison Trails High School vocal group Shades of Blue will come by Tuesday night to sing our favorite Christmas carols. If you missed the chorale group at our Holiday Open House, well, you're in luck! You won't want to miss this. See what else we've got going on: Read More

We'll be at Marcus Addison Cinemas this Thursday at 10 PM to hang out with everyone who plans on catching the midnight showing of the Hobbit. Will you be staying up with us? While you wait for the big night, take a look at the 65 Lord of the Rings books we have on our shelves: Read More

Don't forget to stop by during the library's Holiday Open House this Sunday afternoon at 2:00! The Glen Ellyn-Wheaton Chorale will sing Christmas Carols at 2:00 and a balloon artist will be present afterward for kids. There will be light refreshments as well. The Friends of the Library will also be conducting their annual Holiday Paperback Book Sale! Read More

Just because we've wrapped up our Holiday Open House doesn't mean we're done celebrating Christmas! We still have a comedy show, a movie, and a concert to offer before we head home for the holidays. Our Children's department is gearing up for the Snowflake Reading Program as well. Read More

Thank you to all who voted for our library in the LEGO Duplo Read! Build! Play! contest. After a month, we finished in 18th place out of the top 200 libraries in the United States. Our prizes came today and include a huge box of LEGO Duplos, a large story book with 10 accompanying sets of Duplos, and two Duplo readers. Read More

The Friends of the Library Gift Basket Sale begins today in the library's lobby. Each basket contains books (new or like-new) and a special gift for only $10 each. The baskets make perfect holiday gifts for people of any age. Don't wait too long to stop by--we sold out in only a few days last year! Read More

Beautiful paintings by local artist Leah Tait are on display this month on the wall across from the elevator on the second floor. Pottery by our employee Hannah Palma Laky complements Leah's work in the display case to the right of the art wall. Make sure to check out our rotating art collection next time you're here! Read More

Do you know Gregory? Addison Public Library's most sinister "employee" is a mysterious figurine often blamed for accidents in the library. If you've liked us on Facebook, followed us on Twitter, or circled us on Google+, you know all about him. If not, time to head over to those pages! Read More

We hope we didn't give you too much of a fright if you stopped in on Halloween this year. Several staff members wore their costumes to work, and if you didn't make it to the library, we wanted to make sure you can see what you missed! Read More

The library and its board would like to thank the Friends of the Addison Public Library for their generous support by celebrating "Friends of Libraries Week" in Addison. Through the money they raise and the hours they work, the Friends of the Library are responsible for a great deal of what makes the library so special. Join us in thanking our Friends this week for all they do to make our library and community so much better. Read More

We know we have more than 300 fans out there! Head over to our Facebook Page and "like" us to stay in the loop. We have photos, program information, and library news. Check the column to the left of this site for links to our profiles on Twitter, Google Plus, and Pinterest, too! Read More

This month, the work of Addison's own June Feil graces our second floor Art Wall. June leads the Addison Art Guild--the talented group that supplies most of the art showcased on our wall. For more information on June Feil, please click below. Also, be sure to check out the display case to the right of the Art Wall. Our own artist-in-residence, Hannah Palma Laky, has loaned us some soda-fired pottery to put on display. Read More

Wow! Has it really been fifty years since the library first opened its doors? Celebrate a half-century of reading, learning, and fun with us at our grand celebration on Sunday, Oct. 14 at 1:00! Festivities will include a photo booth, face painting, balloons, crafts, refreshments, and two musical performances. Be sure to stop by! Click below for more information. Read More

Don't forget to register to vote! Tuesday, Oct. 9th is the deadline. If you have changed your address since last time you voted (or if you have never voted before), you must register. Many library employees can register you to vote or help you check your eligibility. Ask at a desk while you're here or call ahead to make sure someone who can register you is working. Read More

The Best Buy Children's Foundation has just awarded a community grant to Addison Public Library! The money will be put towards our new "TNT: Teens 'n Technology for Tomorrow" initiative; we are designing a studio for A/V and graphical editing, and will soon host tech training programs to introduce young adults in the area to the world of digital media. Read More

The Village Clerk's Office has available nominating petitions for the following municipal offices: Mayor (four-year term); Village Clerk (four-year term); Village Trustees (three four-year terms); Library Trustee (two six-year terms.) Read More

This month's artist is our very own Hannah Palma Laky! Her name may not be familiar, but her face is since she frequently can be found working at the Circulation Desk. Take a moment to stop by the art wall across from the elevator on the second floor to enjoy Hannah's wonderful photographs. Read More

See what Addison residents are reading. If you're trying to find a new author or book to read, this is the place to start! Read More

Last week the library accepted food items and school supplies rather than money to pay down fines. Read More

Ever wanted to read an eBook, but you don't have your own eReader? The Library now has five available for checkout! The best part about the eReaders is that they are not preloaded with titles so you get to pick your own from the 3M Cloud Library! They are kept at the Circulation Desk. Stop by the Adult Services Desk if you have any questions! Read More

This month's artist is Addison resident Dick Miller. Take a moment to stop by the art wall across from the elevator on the second floor to enjoy Dick's wonderful paintings. Read More

How Are We Doing? Please take Addison Public Library Children’s Services Survey 2012 on our Web site, or pick up a print copy at the Children’s Ask Here Desk. Read More

July 30 through August 4: 1 item of nonperishable food or school supply = $1 in fines waived for late fees. The maximum amount of fines that can be waived is $15. Donated items cannot be used to reduce amounts owed for lost or damaged materials Read More

This month's artist, Maria Danuta, is a sculptor who also paints. Using pencils, crayons, markers, and acrylics, she creates intricate abstract works of art. Maria is self-taught. Read More

When it is hot outside, come to the Addison Public Library to cool off. The library is one of Addison's designated cooling centers. Read More

To help celebrate the library's 50th anniversary, the Addison Historical Society and the Friends of the Addison Public Library are sponsoring a photo contest. If you have taken a photo or see something that captures the spirit of Addison, it is perfect for submitting. Applications forms are available at the public service desks and the historical museum. Read More

This month's artist is Judy Sullivan. Take a moment to stop by the art wall across from the elevator on the second floor to enjoy Judy's wonderful paintings. Read More

Perks and Possibilities, the cafe in the library's lobby, is open this summer while summer school is in session. Stop by from 9 to 11 am, Monday through Thursday, for a great cup of coffee. Read More

The library has received a limited number of free tickets to various Ravinia concerts. For the first two weeks of our give-away, you must show your Addison Public Library card at the Adult Services Desk. Tickets are for lawn seats only and are given on a first-come first-served basis. Read More

Children's Services is sponsoring a Book Cake Contest. Decorate a cake that illustrates your favorite book and bring it to the library on June 4. A staff member will take a picture of it so that everyone who comes to the library can vote on his or her favorite. The winner in each category receives a prize. Read More

The Addison Public Library has new vendors for both eBooks—3M CLOUD LIBRARY eBOOK LENDING SERVICE—and audiobooks—ONE CLICK DIGITAL from Recorded Books. We have been looking for easier ways to download eBooks and Audiobooks; we believe we have found the solutions! Read More

The month's art work was made by children participating in an after-school art class at the Henry Hyde Resource Center. This beautiful collage is on display on the art wall across from the elevator on the 2nd floor. Read More

Beginning May 1, an iPad 2 is available for use only in the Children’s Library. It is limited to one hour of use per day by children with an adult, 18 years and older. To check out the iPad, an adult must present an Addison Library card and photo ID. Read More

Beginning May 1, an iPad 2 is available for use only in the Children’s Library. It is limited to one hour of use per day by children with an adult, 18 years and older. To check out the iPad, an adult must present an Addison Library card and photo ID. Read More

Debra Mielke has oil paintings on display this month on the 2nd floor, across from the elevator. Take a moment to appreciate her talent. Read More

Broadband Illinois has asked Illinois libraries, including the Addison Public Library, to help them conduct a high speed Internet usage study for the State of Illinois. The research will be used to develop a comprehensive broadband plan for the state that will help create jobs, improve medical care, enhance educational opportunities, and help Illinois businesses compete in the 21st century. The results will accessible to the public. Read More

This year during National Library Week, as a thank you to our many users, we will give out $1 coupons which can be redeemed at Perks and Possibilities, the cafe in the library's lobby run by students in the Transitions Program from DuPage High School District 88. Read More

Teens, do you need service hours? Do you want to give something to the Addison community? Pick up an application at the Teen Desk from April 14 though April 28. Read More

Teens, do you need service hours? Do you want to give something to the Addison community? Pick up an application at the Teen Desk from April 14 though April 28. Read More

ANDY HEAD'S COMEDY JUGGLING SHOW is coming to the library on Wednesday, April 4, at 7 pm. Tickets are available beginning Saturday, March 24, at the Ask Here Desk. Read More

On Saturday, March 24, from 2 to 4 pm, the Kiwanis Club of Addison and the Addison Public Library are cohosting a FREE Children’s Health Fair. Read More

Art works from art therapy students at Lutherbrook Child and Adolescent Center and Lutherbrook Academy are featured this month. Several of the works are three-dimensional. Take a moment to appreciate the talents of these students. Read More

Magazines from 2010 will be on sale from Monday, March 12, through Sunday, March 18. Purchase a year's worth of your favorite magazine for just $1 per bundle. No magazines will be sold individually. Read More

FOOD-A-PALOOZA with Chris McBrien will be at the library on Wednesday, March 14, at 7 pm. Free tickets for this children's program are available beginning Saturday, March 3. Stop by the Ask Here Desk or call, 630-458-3338, to reserve your tickets. You must have an Addison Public Library card. Read More

Come to WORLD FEST on Saturday, March 10. The festivities begin at 11 am and end at 4 pm. COME FOR AN HOUR; STAY FOR THE DAY! Read More

Are you a Pinterest user? Are you wondering what Pinterest is? The library has a new account, and we are adding new things frequently. Read More

This month's artist is Richard Harges. His exhibit is located on the 2nd floor across from the elevator. Take a few moments to enjoy Richard's works. Read More

Are you looking for a preschool or daycare provider? The Addison Public Library is holding a Preschool Expo, Saturday, February 4, between 10 am and 2 pm. This program is cosponsored by the Villa Park Public Library. Read More

Are you looking for a preschool or daycare provider? The Addison Public Library is holding a Preschool Expo, Saturday, February 4, between 10 am and 2 pm. This program is cosponsored by the Villa Park Public Library. Read More

This month's Bruce Peterson shares his colorful abstact paints. This exhibit is located on the 2nd floor across from the elevator. Take a few moments to enjoy this striking exhibit. Read More

The new gates are in, the self-check machines have been upgraded, and the materials handling system is being installed and will be working soon! We hope you will bear with us as we transition to this new RFID system. Read More

On October 15, 1962, the Addison Public Library officially opened for the first time. Throughout 2012 we are planning a number of activities to celebrate our first 50 years of serving Addison’s residents. Read More

At the December 20th meeting of the Board of Trustees, five staff members were recognized for their years of service to the library. Read More

We are changing our picture book collection into a more browse-able collection for children and their parents. Read More

This month's artist, Francine Nevers, is inspired by nature, our national parks, and travel. Take a journey with Francine when you look at her beautiful paintings. They are on the art wall, across from the elevator on the second floor. Read More

December is here. Luckily, we haven’t had much snow outside, but the snow is coming down on our “Book Gift Tree” in Children’s Services. The fall leaves have been replaced with snowflakes with the names of all the generous people who have donated books to the Addison Switchboard. Read More

This month the art works on display were done by participants in NEDSRA's (Northeast DuPage Special Recreation Association) art therapy classes. Stop by the second floor across from the elevator and take a few moments to enjoy their paintings. Read More

If you think you will purchase an electronic gizmo this holiday season, take a few moments to check out several of the brands. On Saturday, November 19, from 12 noon to 3 pm, library staff will have computer tablets and eReaders for you to try out. Read More

On Thursday, November 8, at 7 pm, movie writer/producer/director Gia Marie Amella talks about two of her documentaries: TERROR IN TUSCANY: SECRET ATROCITIES OF WORLD WAR II and AND THEY CAME TO CHICAGO: THE ITALIAN AMERICAN LEGACY. These documentaries were shown on CNN and WTTW, respectively. Read More

We've put together a quick survey so we can get some feedback about which video game consoles you use,which types of video games you like to play, and some basic information about you. There is even a spot for comments! We want to know how you're liking APL's video games so far and what you'd like to see in our collection. Read More

Come Trick or Treat at the Library on Halloween from 3:00-8:30 p.m. Children from birth through 5th grades who are dressed in costume will be given a treat at the Ask Here Desk in the Children’s Library. Read More

On Thursday, October 27, storm chaser Eddy Weiss will be at the Addison Public Library. This former Addison and Bensenville resident is a well-known storm chaser and disaster preparedness educator. He has two programs scheduled: one at 4 pm for teens and one at 7 pm for families. Read More

To communicate with everyone in Addison, the library decided it needs a print newsletter. The first issue will be delivered around the first of November. So, watch for your copy! Read More

Artist Annette Leiber's watercolors remain on display through November 7. Stop by the second floor, across from the elevator, and spend a few moments enjoying the works of this talented artist. Read More