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Addison residents speak English, Spanish, Polish, Urdu, Ukrainian, and many other languages. If your neighbor speaks a different language than you do, you may want to learn that language so you can talk to them. Or perhaps you’ll be traveling to another country and would like to learn a few vocabulary words in that country’s language before your trip. Learning another language also could help you get a job. Whatever your reason, the Addison Public Library has resources to help you build language skills.
Did you know you can check out a memory kit from the library? March 21 is National Memory Day! Our interactive memory kits contain a mix of books, DVDs, music, and activities or games.
Check out our reading tips for parents and caregivers of kids of all ages!
Get a behind the scenes look at how we put together our Book Boxes! Registration for our April Book Box is now open through Mar. 4. When you sign up to receive a Book Box, you’ll be surprised with a book and goodies selected just for you!
What is mindfulness and why does it matter? Whether you are a beginner or have been practicing mindfulness for years, the Addison Public Library offers great programs and resources to help you on your mindfulness journey. Attend one of our upcoming programs, or check out a book to help get you started!
Joining a book club is a great way to develop or reignite a passion for reading, explore different book genres, and connect with your community. The Addison Public Library can help you begin your reading adventure!
On Tuesday, November 14, the Addison Public Library will be joining a network of 100 libraries called SWAN. We are very excited for this migration, and we can't wait for you to explore all of the benefits! Read more about what SWAN means for you and what's coming next.
Gather your family and friends for a fun summer gathering with our Library of Things! With our selection of outdoor lawn games, technology equipment, and more, you can create a fun, entertaining day for everyone!
by Brittany Burns, Children’s Services Associate August 2022
You now have even more ways to find factual information online! With these online tools, you can explore news coverage from the past and present and even explore your family’s history.
Are you going on vacation and would love to take videos of the family, but you don’t have a camcorder?
This article contains a list of community resources. If you are in need of SASS Services or experiencing a mental health crisis, please contact the CARES line at 1-800-345-9049.
One of the latest books on display at the Addison Public Library is the workOwning and operating a business is always a 24/7 job and the unprecedented challenges of COVID-19 has made that job exponentially harder. Here are some tools to help your business succeed:
Whether you want to start your own business or you have plans to improve your business operations, your library card is a great tool! Your library card can also help you learn how to start investing with confidence.
Did you know you can download our eBooks, audiobooks, magazines, TV shows, movies, and music straight to your smartphone, Kindle, tablet, or computer? When you borrow our digital materials, you can enjoy the library from anywhere in the world—or from the comfort of your couch.
Your Addison Public Library card is like a passport: you can use
Wondering what to do with your kiddos while they're on spring break? We have tons of fun activities planned! Please register if you are planning to attend.