Heartwarming Gesture From a Young Member of our Community

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In a heartwarming gesture, a youngster from our community, that loves his local library, decided to make a difference. Saving up $150.00 of his hard-earned allowance over several months, this compassionate library fan chose to donate to the Huntley Area Public Library. His selfless act not only showcased an understanding of the importance of libraries as hubs of learning and community engagement but also demonstrated the power of individual initiative, proving that age is no … Read more

Sony PlayStation 5 Now Available in Gaming Room

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We are pleased to announce that a Sony PlayStation 5 has been added to the library’s Gaming Room. Interested in checking out the console or the Nintendo Switch that also resides in the Gaming Room? A Gaming Room reservation can be made online or at the library’s Information Desk. PlayStation 5 Games available to play: UNO® NBA 2K23 for PS5™ LEGO® Worlds LEGO® Star Wars™: The Skywalker Saga Deluxe Edition STARWHAL LEGO® Bricktales Sackboy: A … Read more

Sew Hop’d Makes Donation to Huntley Area Public Library

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Collaborating with community partners is a large part of what makes Huntley an exceptional place to live. When the library was getting ready to reopen, staff wanted to make an impact and work with our partners to make sure the community knew about all the changes the library made during the construction and renovation project, and to celebrate the occasion. One of those partners was Sew Hop’d Brewery and Taproom.

Huntley Area Public Library Receives Donation From Huntley Area Lions Club

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Huntley, IL – The Huntley Area Public Library was honored to receive a donation from the Huntley Area Lions Club in the amount of $1000.00. The donation was presented to the library by Jim Saletta and Jim Graves of the Lions Club in honor of American disability rights advocate Helen Keller. Keller influenced Lions Club members to join her and continue her crusade as Knights of the Blind. Helping the visually impaired has been a cause for the group since 1925.

Homeschooling in McHenry County

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Homeschool educator and sought-after speaker, Kathy Wentz, invites you to travel to McHenry County to participate in some, or all six, of her most popular sessions. This Monday evening series is for veteran, new, and prospective homeschool parents. Sessions will be followed up with a Q&A, so come prepared with questions. Enjoy sessions in-person or via Zoom. Register with each hosting library for session you wish to attend.

Work to begin on Library’s Drive-Up Book Return on Monday, May 16, 2022

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We are happy to announce that work will begin on the library’s drive-up book return on Monday, May 16, 2022. Removal of the drive-up book return will be the first step of a much-needed height adjustment to make it accessible for most vehicles. Following the removal of the book return, some minor construction will take place on the drive-up window and lane. During this time all drive-up window services and book return will be closed.

Huntley Area Public Library Wrapped 2024

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Welcome to Huntley Area Public Library Wrapped 2024! Here are the most checked out books the HAPL saw this year. TOP ADULT FICTION BOOKS Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus The Women by Kristin Hannah Think Twice by Harlan Coben Mind Games by Nora Roberts TOP YA BOOKS One Piece Series by Eiichiro Oda Naruto Series by Masashi Kishimoto Jujutsu Kaisen Series by Gege Akutami and Ballad Kitaguni … Read more

Get Cozy & Read: Winter Reading 2024-25

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  The Huntley Area Public Library’s “Get Cozy & Read” Winter Reading takes place from December 1st, 2024 through January 31, 2025. Embrace the chill of winter and Get Cozy! This winter, we invite you to cozy up with a good book and join our Get Cozy & Read Winter Reading. Whether you’re wrapped in a blanket, sipping a hot drink, sitting by the fire, or surrounded by loved ones, it’s the perfect time to … Read more

The Huntley Area Public Library Turns 35!

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In November of 1989, the citizens of the then–small Huntley and surrounding areas passed a referendum to form a library district – the Huntley Area Public Library District. Since our doors first opened, we have been committed to being a place of learning, creativity, connection, and opportunity. And now, we are honored to celebrate 35 years of serving this incredible community. Over the years, we’ve accomplished so much together, including moving from our first location … Read more

Draw Monsters with graphic novelist Lisa Naffziger Gallery October 2024

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Did you know people have seen cryptids (a creature that is said to exist but has not been proven to do so) in every state? Yikes! We learned about the comic-making process. Then, we heard excerpts from Lisa’s new book Deja Ross Speaks to Freaks. Next, we drew our own monsters!  Kids rolled dice to tell what body parts to add to their scary friends.  Thank you, Lisa for sharing your love of monsters with … Read more

Huntley Area Public Library District—Head of Programming

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Huntley Area Public Library District—Head of Programming The Huntley Area Public Library District, a busy, mid-sized suburban library serving a population of approximately 44,000 citizens in and around the Village of Huntley, Illinois (a far northwest suburb of Chicago), is seeking a Head of Programming to help us fulfill our mission to the community we serve. What we offer: ● Competitive salary (Range: $53,000-$62,000 to start, depending on qualifications) ● Excellent working environment ● Health, … Read more