It’s a new year, why not try something new from the Library? The Aurora Public Library District (APLD) continuously encourages our customers to get creative and try new things. From craft kits and Makerspace demonstrations to entertaining programs and materials, we strive to meet the creative needs of the community.
Twelve days after Christmas, January 6 marks the official celebration of Three Kings Day, or Día de los Reyes Magos, a popular holiday in Latin American and European cultures. The Aurora Public Library District (APLD) is offering a Celebration of Three Kings Day Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022. Registration is required
It’s that time of year again! The Aurora Public Library District (APLD) is gearing up to start the 2022 Winter Reading Adventure. Grab your hot cocoa and settle in because how you participate in this year’s program is totally up to you. We encourage you to enjoy time with your
If you walked past the Aurora Public Library District the evening of Saturday, Dec. 4, you may have been surprised by what you heard. The Atrium of the Santori Library was transformed into a rocking piano show full of laughter and fun! The event, Cruisin’ Through the Decades, was held
The weather outside may be frightful, but the programs at the Aurora Public Library District (APLD) are certainly delightful! This month we have offerings to celebrate the holidays, keep teens busy during Winter break, and help you find a new favorite item to read. If you visit the Children’s Department
Once upon a time, there was a magical school that provided opportunities for creative people of all ages to express themselves. A place where they could sing and dance and where impossible things happen every day. This holiday season, the Paramount School of the Arts is a partner with the
How familiar are you with the history of the region? Did you know that both a high school and community college in the Fox Valley area were named after Chief Waubonsie, a leader of the Potawatomi tribe? How about that at the time of the American Revolution, the Sauk, the
With the holidays right around the corner, many of us probably are getting started with holiday shopping. Should you get the newest device, or go with a homemade gift? Let the Aurora Public Library District (APLD) help with both items. Thursday, Dec. 2 at 5 p.m. through Zoom and Facebook
By Jeanie Mayer Everyone is invited to join the Aurora Public Library District (APLD) and Foundation for a riveting night of fun, a silent auction, and entertainment Saturday, Dec. 4 at the Santori Library, 101 S. River Street, Aurora. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. and entertainment will be from
Holiday celebrants can stop at the Aurora Public Library District (APLD) in December to enjoy our annual Holiday Celebrations in Many Lands Exhibition! Each year, families, organizations, and businesses from our community come together at the Library to decorate a space to honor the unique celebrations and rituals common to
The Aurora Public Library District (APLD) is proud to be a partner with many Chicago area libraries to welcome poet and essayist Cathy Park Hong, to the Aurora community at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 4. Cathy Park Hong is the poetry editor of the New Republic and is a full
Halloween is almost here! To gear up, the Aurora Public Library District (APLD) will present a slew of scary, and some not so scary, programs throughout October! To start the Halloween season, our Paranormal Discussion Group for adults will rise from the grave Wednesday, Oct. 13 at 6 p.m. at
Participants can become creative in October with the Aurora Public Library District’s (APLD) Tuesday and Wednesday Tech programs! In this series, our wonderful Digital Services team will show you how to make a variety of cool creations using some of the Library’s Maker machines, including our Cricut vinyl cutter, laser
If you’re looking for a way to be more civically engaged, why not attend the Aurora Public Library District’s (APLD) hybrid program, Civic Education Series: School Boards at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 30? You can join the event in person at the Santori Library (Room 125/126) or on Facebook Live.
It’s been a busy year for the Aurora Public Library District’s (APLD) Bookmobile! Recently, the APLD Foundation was featured in Good Morning Aurora’s podcast to share exciting Bookmobile events and news. You can listen to the episode on Good Morning Aurora’s social media channels, including its Facebook page:@goodmorningaurora. During the
The Aurora Public Library District (APLD) Foundation invites everyone to attend the Bookmobile interior design event and press conference at the Santori Library, 101 S River St, Aurora, at 10 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 23. The program will include special recognition of the Dunham Foundation for its generous support of the
¡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
The Aurora Public Library District (APLD) has several new resources available related to history and genealogy. Are you getting started with your family history or searching for a local newspaper article from 2002? Look no further! Visit the Library to get started or gain access to our databases remotely with
Calling all business professionals, entrepreneurs, and career-minded individuals! Are you looking to build stronger client relationships, or make progress in your career journey? The Aurora Public Library District (APLD) invites you to participate in the roundtable discussion, Givers, Takers, & Reciprocators – Building Mutually Valuable Business Relationships that Last, Monday,
As part of our initiative to welcome new Americans, the Aurora Public Library District (APLD) is offering several citizenship and English language-learning programs. Some are already ongoing, and others will begin in just a few weeks! Citizenship offerings Starting Saturday, Aug. 28, APLD will be host to citizenship classes sponsored
