Library News

Vote for your favorite books, movies, music, and video games in this bracket-style showdown!

2025 is here, and the library is ready to help you tackle your New Year’s resolutions!

Access over 300 local history eBooks from Arcadia Publishing for free!

Get ready to travel the world with your library card! The Addison Public Library offers a wide range of resources to help you plan your adventures.

The library has a great selection of books, outdoor lawn games, and technology equipment to create a fun, entertaining summer day for anyone!

Are you a creative person who has a project they want to share with Addison? Learn how to upload your project to BiblioBoard, an online database that includes independent projects.

Addison residents speak English, Spanish, Polish, Urdu, Ukrainian, and many other languages. 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! When you sign up to receive a Book Box, you’ll be surprised with a book and goodies selected just for you!

Whether you are a beginner or have been practicing mindfulness for years, we offer great programs and resources to help you on your mindfulness journey.

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.

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!