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Comic and anime convention at Aurora Public Library: World of pop culture

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The Aurora Public Library (APL) is excited to present a comic and anime convention in the Summer to celebrate comic books, graphic novels, anime, and the world of pop culture fandom. From now through February, we will accept creative name suggestions which can be sent to kdanis@auroraubliclibrary.org. The winner will...

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Aurora Public Library grant for Census 2020

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Aurora Public Library received a grant for $10,000 from the Reaching Across Illinois Library System’s (RAILS) Census 2020: It Counts! grant project. Aurora Public Library is a subrecipient of the funds awarded to RAILS from Illinois governor JB Pritzker’s administration and the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS). In applying...

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Aurora Public Library Seed Swap at West Branch allows for growth

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There will be a Seed Swap at the West Branch of the Aurora Public Library (APL) from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Jan. 25. A Seed Swap is just like a potluck, but with seeds; great for both avid and aspiring gardeners. Free seeds will be available, including vegetable, flower,...

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Strategic plan for Aurora Public Library looks familiar: Same pillars

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Happy New Year from the Aurora Public Library (APL)! With a new year, we have a new one-year strategic plan. Here’s what you can expect from us in the New Year: We will focus on the following pillars: School success, express creativity, feed your imagination, and welcome to America. Sound...

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Publisher embargo on eBook titles places limits on APL

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You may remember that beginning November 1, Macmillan Publishers severely limited your access to the Company’s latest eBook titles. Macmillan Publishers limited libraries to purchase only one copy of each new ebook title for the first eight weeks after a book’s release. That’s one copy of the latest Bill O’Reilly...

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APL, Foundation, present two exceptional service awards

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The Aurora Public Library and the Aurora Public Library Foundation thanks everyone who attended the Magic in Motion auction held December 7. It was a night of celebrating the Bookmobile and honoring of members of our community. Two awards were given to honor the hard work and dedication of two...

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Aurora Public Library Winter Reading Challenge, for all ages, runs into 2020

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Winter break is right around the corner and so is the Winter Reading Challenge! This fun challenge will start December 16 and will run through January 18, 2020 at the Aurora Public Library (APL). It’s for everyone, from children to adults. Each Library location will provide BINGO cards for any...

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Officer Chris Weaver will lead APL Foundation Magic

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Fans of Officer Chris Weaver and his popular community service messages are in for a special opportunity to see him in action when he acts as the master of ceremonies for the Aurora Public Library (APL) Foundation’s fundraising event, Magic in Motion, at the Richard and Gina Santori Public Library...

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Aurora Public Library tax request likely; Metra in study

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Finances cause concerns, strains, in governmental bodies. The Aurora Public Library (APL) in recent years has been subjected to scrutiny and speculation. Much of the consternation is in possible increases in taxes. The APL earlier this week was expected to seek an increase in the tax levy. Along with likely...

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APL meeting in Spanish

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The Aurora Public Library (APL) will hold a community meeting in Spanish to inform the public about plans for 2020 and beyond, including a levy increase proposal. The meeting will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 21 at the Santori Library in Room 224. The intention for the meeting...

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Aurora benefit for new Bookmobile will be December 7

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The Aurora Public Library (APL) Bookmobile has been off road for 33 days for emergency repairs so far this year. It has interrupted services, including school visits and community stops! It is why the time is now to raise funds for a new Bookmobile for Aurora! Imagine a new Bookmobile...

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Aurora Public Library meetings on levy increase

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The Aurora Public Library (APL) will hold three community meetings to inform the public about plans for 2020 and beyond, including a levy increase proposal. Meetings have been set for 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 13 at Santori Library; Thursday, Nov. 14 at West Branch; and at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov....

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After-hours holiday preview, Cocoa Crawl, at Aurora Public Library December 6

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It’s beginning to look a lot like Winter in Aurora a bit early this year, and the Aurora Public Library is planning to celebrate accordingly Friday, Dec. 6 for an after-hours holiday extravaganza and Cocoa Crawl, in partnership with Aurora Downtown! Stop by Santori Library between 6 p.m. and 9...

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Readers can reply to Macmillan Publishers’ restriction on ebook access

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We know you love your eBooks, and therefore it’s important to let you know that beginning November 1, Macmillan Publishers will be severely limiting access to the Company’s latest eBook titles. Macmillan Publishers will limit libraries to purchase only one copy of each new ebook title for the first eight...

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Santori Library Atrium Ofrendas Exhibit to start Monday

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Starting Monday, Oct. 28, the Aurora Public Library (APL) will present its annual Ofrendas Exhibit in the Santori Library Atrium, where visitors can view traditionally-decorated altars sponsored by community members and organizations from around the Aurora area. In its third year, the event is dedicated to and in honor of...

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Spooktacular month continues at Aurora Public Library

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It’s been a spooktacular month at the Aurora Public Library (APL) and the spookiness will continue. Do you wonder what chilling programs and exhibits the APL will have this month? How about a walk through our Dearly Departed: Tombstone Portraiture Photo exhibit? This will be on display at all Library...

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Holiday Celebrations in Many Lands displays will expands

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Participants can represent their countries and culture this year by decorating a tree or space for the Aurora Public Library’s 43rd Annual Holiday Celebrations in Many Lands! To commemorate both the longevity and diversity of this cherished showcase, the Aurora Public Library (APL) is expanding its display this year to...

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Frida Kahlo session by Justin Witte at Aurora Public Library Monday, Oct. 7

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To add to the Hispanic Heritage festivities this month, the Aurora Public Library (APL) will welcome the Cleve Carney Museum of art director and curator Justin Witte and his team to present Who is Frida Kahlo? at the Santori Public Library of Aurora Monday, Oct. 7. The informational session on...

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Ofrenda deadline for fifth APL display October 1

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The Aurora Public Library (APL) will present its fifth annual Ofrendas competition, and everyone is invited to participate! Community organizations, families, and community members can sign up to decorate an altar in the Santori Library, 101 S River Street, Aurora, Atrium, to honor deceased relatives and welcome the spirits to...

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