Stiletto by Daniel O’Malley Mystery Supernatural * * * * * Stars (Amazing!) The people of Britain are guarded from supernatural threats by a group called the Checquy and Rook Myfanwy Thomas is one of their greatest assets. Introduced in The Rook, O’Malley’s first book in the Checquy Files series, Myfanwy (pronounced like Tiffany with an “M”) must use great diplomacy to get the Checquy to join forces with the Grafters, their bitterest rival. Full … Read more
Because I’m Watching Virtue Falls #4 by Christina Dodd Romance Thriller * * * * Stars (Great!) The fourth book in Dodd’s Virtue Falls series, Because I’m Watching is a romantic thriller which hit’s all the right notes. The two main characters, Madeline Hewitson and Jacob Denisov, are neighbors who have both experienced traumatic events in their lives. Maddie survived a college dorm massacre and Jacob is a military veteran suffering from PTSD. They meet … Read more
What is Early Literacy? Early literacy is what children know about reading and writing before they can actually read and write. Why is Early Literacy Important For My Child? Studies show that children are ready to read years before they start school. Helping your baby or toddler learn literacy skills now will help ensure success in school.Parents who engage their children in language activities such as reading, finger plays, nursery rhymes, singing songs and library … Read more
Apps are applications, or programs, that are used on mobile devices, including iPhone, iPad, Android phones and other devices. Specific brands have specific "app stores" or websites from which apps can be downloaded onto your device. Some apps are free, and some are offered by communities and organizations (like the Huntley Library) which help you access services and/or databases via your mobile device. Your Huntley Library apps can be accessed on our Library Apps page. … Read more
Huntley Area families donated nearly $1000 dollars to the library for new children’s materials by participating in the annual Lemonade for the Library fundraiser. They all made a splash in their neighborhoods with ” Lemonade for the Library” stands, letting everyone know that they love their library! Thank you to the following families: Billard Castaneda Cavanaugh Gomez Hassels Laughlin Jacobs Johnson Jones Kruse McReynolds Meucci Morano Passarelli Peavey Raistrick Roberts Rudak Schulten Sloan Tillema Valentine … Read more
The library is now offering free access to ABCmouse.com Early Learning Academy. This high-quality online early learning resource is free to families with young children. ABCmouse.com is a comprehensive early learning site for children ages 2 – 7, covering reading and language arts, math, science, social studies, art, and music. It is completely child-safe, with no advertising or links to other websites. ABCmouse.com has won numerous awards and features 3,500+ online learning activities, including books, … Read more
Did you know that you can download Gale Virtual Reference Library documents right to your Google Drive in a few easy steps? Learn how to to save these useful documents with Google Drive using the help section at the Gale website If you aren’t familiar with the library’s Gale resources, visit the Gale Virtual Reference Library for more information.
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Book a one to one session and we’ll help you download digital magazines with Zinio, download movies and more with Hoopla, use our Library app to place holds and check on your account, download music with Freegal, or learn a language with Mango.
Thank you for considering a gift to the Huntley Area Public Library. Residents enjoy access to traditional library services, electronic library services such as downloadable e-books, hands-on technology, and databases. Our educational and enrichment opportunities are available to all ages and abilities and are free of charge. Several ways exist for you to help provide the latest in materials and services. Creating A Legacy Begin your own legacy at the Huntley Area Public Library with … Read more
Streaming movies, original programming and popular television shows available to Huntley Area Public Library patrons at no cost. Huntley, IL – April 13, 2016 – Get instant streaming services including Netflix, YouTube, Vudu, Crackle, PBS Kids, Smithsonian and more by connecting one of the library’s Roku 1 Streaming Players to your television or projector. Four Roku 1 devices have been added to the library’s collection and are available now for checkout. A Roku 1 device gets … Read more