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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
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
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From Saturday, September 28 – Monday, September 29, library catalog and account access will be limited as we welcome Mount Prospect and Waukegan Public Libraries to our library consortium (CCS), a network that shares materials that will now grow to 31 libraries. This means more books, movies, and music will be available. Over 550,000 items will be added to the catalog, increasing the collection you can access with your Huntley Area Public Library (HAPL) card … Read more
On September 4th, 2024, the Huntley Area Public Library officially launched our Recording Studio to celebrate National Library Card Sign-Up Month! Our theme for National Library Card Sign-Up Month is “Creative Minds: Discover the Endless Opportunities of Creativity,” which aims to explore all the ways you can be creative through STEAM based programs and services that are available with a Huntley Area Public Library card. The official launch of our Recording Studio is the main … Read more
This September, join us in celebrating National Library Card Sign-Up Month with our special theme: Creative Minds. Your library card is more than just a gateway to books- it’s a key to endless creative opportunities! Whether you’re an aspiring artist, a budding musician, or someone who loves to explore new skills, the Huntley Area Public Library offers a world of resources to help you express yourself. Explore the Creative Studio Step into our Creative … Read more
Thank you to everyone who came out to our Movie in the Park on Friday, July 19! We had the best time hanging out in the beautiful weather, eating delicious treats from Hawaiian Food Truck and Kona Ice, meeting Moana herself, and watching a fantastic movie! We already can’t wait for next year!
On July 10, 2024, the Huntley Area Lions Club, District 1-J, generously donated $1,000 to the Huntley Area Public Library. This donation will be used to purchase items for sight and hearing-impaired patrons, including large print books. The check was presented to Director Frank Novak, Head of Marketing Aris Sherwood, and Head of Programming & Outreach Pamela Kampwerth. We extend our heartfelt thanks and appreciation to the Huntley Area Lions Club for their ongoing … Read more
The Huntley Area Public Library’s Summer Reading Challenge ‘Read, Renew, Repeat’ takes place from June 1st through July 31st.
As summer approaches, the Huntley Area Public Library is gearing up for an exciting kickoff to our Summer Reading Challenge ‘Read, Renew, Repeat’ with a Registration Day event on
Monday, June 3rd. The library invites families and community members to join in on the festivities and sign up for a summer of reading and repeating!