The Huntley Area Public Library Board of Trustees presented the Huntley Area Public Library Friends Foundation with an Honorary Resolution recognizing the Friends Read More
Illuminae Illuminae Files #1 by Amie Kaufman & Jay Kristoff Science Fiction Suspense/Thriller * * * * Stars (Great!) Kady breaks up with her boyfriend Ezra just hours before their world (a secret mining colony on Kerenza) is attacked by outside corporate interest BeiTech. They manage to put their differences aside long enough to survive and escape, but they end up on different ships. Kady finds herself on the Hypatia, while Ezra is conscripted into … Read more
Over 700 people attended the annual Holiday Open House at the Huntley Area Public Library on Friday, December 2, 2016. They enjoyed musical entertainment from Dave Gutshall and Andy Huber, a treasure hunt, games, face painting, refreshments and a visit with Santa. The sold-out event was part of A Very Merry Huntley weekend that culminated with an explosive fireworks display in town square. Enjoy photos from the event.
WINTER READING FOR ALL AGES! December 1, 2016 – January 31, 2017 ADULTS Ages 18 & Up Register for Winter Reading at the Information Desk or use the link below and receive $2 in HAPLD Friends Foundation Corner Books gift certificates for items from Corner Books. REGISTER NOW! TEENS Grades 6-12 Join the Teen Reading Club and read this winter for chances to win fabulous prizes! Register in person at the library’s Information Desk or … Read more
Children enjoyed trick or treating at the library during the annual costume parade on Thursday, October 27th.
The library was packed with tiny tots, ready to trick or treat, for the first of two annual Costume Parades. We saw a variety of adorable costumes as kids took a journey throughout the library for some fun and of course — treats.
The Huntley Fire Department visited with families at the library.
Voter registration requirements state that applicants must be a US citizen, at least 18 years of age by election day, and have been a resident of the precinct at least 30 days prior to election day. Two forms of identification are required, one of which must include your current address. Qualifying forms of ID include, but are not limited to: IL Driver’s License or State ID Social Security Card Library Card, Credit Card or Insurance … Read more
Huntley Area Public Library cardholders now have access to thousands of self-paced, online courses with the addition of lynda.com. From animation to web and interactive programming and design lynda.com lets you Turn on, Log in and Get Smart! While lynda.com is perfect for users at any skill level looking to learn, it can also be a valuable tool for local businesses that have Huntley Area Public Library cards. Many courses will help your staff improve … Read more
Smoke by Dan Vyleta Fantasy Historical Fiction * * * * * Stars (Amazing!) Set in an alternate Victorian England, Smoke is both a read-alike for Harry Potter and a study of class structure within society. It can be enjoyed just for the impressive story-telling or studied by a book club with plenty of meaty subjects to explore. In the story, wicked thoughts or deeds are exposed for all to see when smoke and soot … Read more