Tag: Aurora Library

The value of a library card, borrow instead of buying

It’s easy to overlook just how much money the library can help you save. At the Aurora Public Library District (APLD), we are continually working to reduce everyday costs for individuals and families and increase our overall value to Aurora. You see this through the collections we maintain, the services

New Community Voices Exhibit on Display June 6

The Aurora Public Library District’s Community Voices initiative returns with a new exhibit and discussion focused on African American stories in Aurora. Designed to highlight the diverse lived experiences of residents, Community Voices invites all community members to learn, reflect, and connect through personal storytelling and discussion. At its core,

Special program for Hispanic Heritage Month at Aurora Public Library District

¡Es hora de celebrarel Mes de la Herencia Hispana! Del 15 de Septiembre al 15 de Octubre, el Distrito de Bibliotecas Públicas de Aurora (APLD) celebrará a la comunidad hispana y sus culturas vibrantes con muchos eventos divertidos bilingües, en español e inglés. For Aurora Public Library District (APLD) Spanish

Managing Debt program by Aurora Public Library district through Zoom April 15

The Aurora Public Library District (APLD) will offer a highlight for Financial Literacy Month this month with several money-smart program options for teens and adults. To start the festivities, we will be partners with the office of State representative Barbara Hernandez to offer a virtual debt management session, Managing Debt

Township government series at Aurora Public Library District to continue March 18

Did you know that Illinois is one of only 20 states with a township form of government? There will be more such information in the second part of the two-part Civic Education Series, Township Government: What does it do and why do we need it? Aurora Township trustee, Brenda Hernandez,

Virtual: Dr. Eve L. Ewing and World Social Justice Day

After the November 2020 success of a multi-library collaboration that brought The New York Times bestselling author and anti-racist scholar Dr. Ibram X. Kendi to Aurora and surrounding communities, this dynamic library partnership has regrouped for another powerhouse event. This time, our sights are on author, poet, and artist, Dr.

Aurora Public Library District read-in each Tuesday for Black History Month

February is Black History Month, and the Aurora Public Library District (APLD) is joining the celebration with a broad lineup of fun and educational programs for all ages! As we honor the many contributions of black and African American individuals, we emphasize the ways in which literature has been a

The Long Shadow film discussion February 24 requires registration

“The Long Shadow,” a documentary directed by Frances Causey, captures the troubling tale of racism in the United States and demonstrates how slavery continues to cast a long shadow on our national identity. Causey will join Aurora Public Library District (APLD) and is a partner with libraries at 7 p.m.

Equity event on Zoom by Aurora Public Library District March 1 open for registration

In partnership with other libraries, Aurora Public Library District (APLD) will be host to Dr. Eve L. Ewing live on Zoom at 6 p.m. Monday, March 1, to discuss her latest book of poems, “1919,” in celebration of World Social Justice Day. Ewing is an educational sociologist whose research focuses

Aurora Public Library District enables partnerships with podcasts, communications

In the past year, small business owners and large corporations alike have had to shake up the way they communicate business with their existing customers and find new ways to tap into uncharted market spaces. For small business owners and those just starting up, this obstacle has been especially challenging.

Help by County Board member on Zoom at Aurora Public Library District January 21

The Aurora Public Library District (APLD) will be host to Kane County Board members Mavis Bates and Myrna Molina alongside Kendall County Board members Robyn Vickers and Amy Cesich at 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 21. The group will discuss live on Zoom the misunderstandings and misconceptions centered around the ways

Holiday-themed programs fill the month with joy

The Aurora Public Library District (APLD) is providing Winter holiday-themed programs throughout this month. The storytimes are representative of the many cultural celebrations observed during this holiday time. APLD highlights those celebrations and provides its diverse customers with educational opportunities for individuals to learn about others’ traditions. These events will

Award-winning journalist, Libby Copeland, Zoom interview

The Aurora Public Library District (APLD) will be host to award-winning journalist, Libby Copeland, at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 8. Adult services librarian, Cailín Cullen, will chat with Copeland about her acclaimed new book, The Lost Family: How DNA Testing Is Upending Who We Are. The event will be held