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No matter where you find yourself on the roadmap through life’s journey, libraries offer a place to connect with others, learn new skills, and be yourself. The library provides an inclusive and supportive community where everyone belongs. Celebrate libraries with us! Visit us in person or online, check out a new program, a new book, a new skill, or just say hello! We're with you every step of the way.
Come get inspired at our Maker Day on March 9, where we’ll have local clubs, training schools, and craft stations. It is the perfect opportunity to learn a new skill and find out how your local library supports the Maker Movement!
Winter reading is all about cozying up with a book! Readers of all ages are invited to participate starting Mon., Jan. 8 and get a Winter Reading prize!
For Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Mon., Jan. 15, the library will be hosting a Day of Service to help our community! We will be coming together, making a difference, and celebrating the power of unity! Learn more about the event and how you can help.
Starting Sat., Nov. 25, pick up a Shop Small neighborhood map from the library or from our participating businesses. Shoppers will earn a sticker on their map for each business they visit during the campaign (limit 1 sticker per business). For each sticker you collect on your map, you will be entered to win a prize!
We have officially joined SWAN — a group of 100 libraries that share resources to give you access to more books, media, downloads, and research databases. What does that mean for you? Here are six helpful tips to know now that we joined SWAN.
Join us for National Novel Writing Month (also known as "NaNoWriMo"). All ages are invited to stop by the library starting Nov. 1 to get your NaNoWriMo starter kit, inspiration to kickstart your project (of any length or style), and chances to connect with other local writers.
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.
Each year, libraries across the country recognize Banned Books Week to both celebrate each person’s freedom to choose what they want to read and share information about censorship. During Banned Books Week (Oct. 1-7), we’ll have activities to celebrate your Freedom to Read and highlight the diversity of our collections. Come find out more about why books are being challenged and how a librarian can help you find the book that’s right for you.
In the library’s current strategic plan, one of our strategic focuses is to make the library a place that leads, reflects, and supports our diverse community. When we discovered a gap in our services to the community, we made it a goal to offer Spanish-speaking adults programs to prepare for GED en español courses.
The Addison Public Library is open today, Friday, September 15, 2023, after a second threat of violence this week prompted an emergency evacuation. Both threats this week were determined to be unfounded by law enforcement, and all patrons, staff, and community members are safe.
You are invited to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15-Oct. 15) at the library! We have special events planned for all ages. ¡Le invitamos a celebrar el Mes de la Herencia Hispana (15 de sept.–15 de oct.) con la biblioteca! Hemos planeado eventos especiales para todas las edades.
The Addison Public Library was temporarily closed on September 12, 2023, due to a bomb threat received via our chat service around 2:00 p.m. Thank you to the extensive efforts and immediate response of the Addison Police Department and the DuPage County Bomb Squad, the library has since reopened and is safe for all to return.
September is Library Card Sign Up Month! Whether you are new to Addison or are a lifelong resident, we invite you to stop by, get your library card, and see what you can discover. Register for your library card between September 1-30 and you'll receive a gift!
Tuesday, April 4 is Consolidated Election Day in Illinois and your vote is your voice!
The Library Board of Trustees Candidate Forum took place on Wednesday, March 29, 2023 at the Addison Public Library. The forum was moderated by Missy Mouritsen, a professor of political science at the College of DuPage. Watch a recording of the candidate forum ...
The Addison Public Library’s Board of Trustees voted on Tuesday, February 15 to update a circulation policy allowing middle school and high school students to get a Teen Restricted library card wit
Our library values inclusion, respect, and diversity of thought. No one should ever feel that they aren’t welcome, whether it’s at the Addison Public Library or other spaces within our community. To build a space that is more just and welcoming to all, we are actively learning and unlearning through trainings and discussions that center on issues of race, culture, and equity.
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