Library News

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November 18, 2024

Explore Global Cuisines with A to Z World Food

The holiday season just around the corner! A to Z World Food is the perfect tool for discovering global food cultures and recipes.

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March 11, 2024

Reading Tips for Parents & Caregivers / Consejos de lectura para padres y cuidadores de niños

Check out our reading tips for parents and caregivers of kids of all ages!

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March 5, 2024

Are You Backing Up Your Memories?

The internet may seem permanent, but websites can shut down, be bought out, or experience outages. That's why it's important to back up your data using physical, local, or internet backups.

September 21, 2023

Axis 360 is becoming Boundless!

A change is coming for our eBook readers and listeners at the end of September: Axis 360 will become Boundless! Get ready for a new-and-improved digital reading and listening experience!

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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.

October 1, 2022

How to Make a Pocket Family Picture Book

by Brittany Burns, Children's Services Associate October 2022

September 28, 2022

How to Find a New Job through the Library

Applying for a new job or starting a new career can be a challenge, but we’re here to help make it easier! Whether you need assistance reformatting your resume or need to learn a critical skill for a new career path, we have plenty of ways to help you achieve your career goals.

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September 1, 2022

6 Reasons to Get a Library Card for Your Business

Did you know your business can get a library card? Addison businesses are taxpayers and entitled to a business library card just like our residents! Check out some of the things you can do with a business library card.

August 1, 2022

How to Navigate the Stock Market Using Your Library Card

Since the pandemic began over two years ago, the stock market has plunged, roared beyond its previous highs, and then dropped into what many think will result in a recession. Want to know the trick to keeping your cool? Knowledge!

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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.

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.

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April 1, 2022

How to Download eBooks and More to Your Device

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.

March 16, 2021

Addison School District #4 - Board Member Candidate Forum

On April 6, 2021, Addison residents will be voting to fill vacancies for 4 Addison School District Board Member seats. In conjunction with the League of Women Voters, the Addison Public Library hosted a candidate forum via Zoom, where candidates answered questions selected by Addison community members.

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December 18, 2019

Exploring the Past: Genealogy and Local History at the Library

Whether you want to get into genealogy or are a seasoned pro, you can find the information you need at the library! Explore our tools and dive into the past.