Library News

July 3, 2023

Summer Fun with the Library of Things

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!

Photo of 5 mugs decorated in the Creative Studio

January 30, 2023

Learning the Library: An Inside look at the Creative Studio

Home to the coolest gadgets and awe-inspiring crafts, our Creative Studio is packed with a ton of potential for all patrons. From the wonders of 3D printing to the fun of designing T-shirts, our library’s makerspace has it all! However, of all the technology in the studio, our Sublimation Press for Mugs is by far my favorite.

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November 1, 2022

Holiday Crafting: Creative Studio Open Labs + More to Explore

The Creative Studio is often busy in the winter as crafters prepare for the winter holidays, so we are trying something new to make sure everyone has a chance to use our space: Open Labs! During Open Labs, you can drop in to the Creative Studio to get help from trained staff with your project.

August 1, 2022

5 Back-to-School Tips You Need to Know

Make this school year your best one yet! Use your library card to get help with homework, complete school projects, and more.

Visual Document: Tools to Try: New Ways to Explore the Past and Present Online

July 1, 2022

Tools to Try: 5 New Ways to Explore the Past and Present Online

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.

June 1, 2022

Tips for Finding a New Book to Read

Picture this: you’re lying on the sofa or leaning back on your recliner, and you’d love for a novel to take you away to a distant (or future) time or place, but you can’t figure out what to read next. We'll show you a few different ways to find a book that will excite you!

May 1, 2022

How to Start Seedlings for Your Garden

I started gardening last year, and it was so much fun that I’m ready to start doing it this year! My only problem is that the weather keeps changing and I’m not sure if my plants will survive the temperatures. A solution to this problem is to start growing things inside and move them outside when the weather is nicer and more consistent.

February 27, 2022

Teens Can Get Library Cards More Easily, Check Out More from the Library

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 without a parent or guardian present. Under the new policy, these cards will now be called Teen Limited Access cards and will allow students to check out more types of library materials.

February 1, 2022

Staff Picks: Stories with A Little Bit of Everything

by Brittany Burns, Children's Services Specialist, Feb. 2022

August 1, 2021

Addison Resident Shares Love of Library with Family, Neighbors, and Friends

Charlene English loves the Addison Public Library so much that she’ll talk enthusiastically about the library to anyone and everyone who will listen.

Photo of Tania Viramontes with her two daughters

August 1, 2021

Addison Parent Shares Joy of Library with Daughters, Students, and Local Families

Tania Viramontes has lived in Addison since she was just one year old and has been using the Addison Public Library for as long as she can remember. She has fond memories of visiting the first library building as a child.

December 17, 2020

Community Resources

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.

Photo of Yusuf Keshavarzi holding his book "Darkwood: Black Jaguar"

October 29, 2020

Addison Teen Author's First Published Book On Display Now at the Library

One of the latest books on display at the Addison Public Library is the work of Addison resident Yusuf Keshavarzi, whose book Darkwood: Black Jaguar tells the story of a talented 13 year old boy in Toronto who gets recruited to work for the Canadian Security Intelligence Service and in doing so, uncovers an evil plot. At just 13 years old himself, Keshavarzi has already demonstrated his talent as an author.

March 10, 2020

Volunteer Fair

Looking for new volunteer opportunities? We can help! Join us on Saturday, March 28 from 10:00-1:00 and meet with local organizations to find something that sparks your passion.

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May 30, 2019

Community Comes Together to Talk about Teen Mental Health

On Tuesday, May 14, the Addison Public Library hosted its first ever On the Table event, which seeks to bring community members and organizations together to discuss an important local issue and brainstorm solutions. The inaugural evening’s theme was teen mental health.