Lakota Sioux hoop dancer performs at Aurora Library
Lakota Sioux hoop dancer Starr Chief Eagle performs with three of 22 hoops November 22 at Santori Public Library in Aurora.
Lakota hoop dancing with Starr Chief Eagle in Aurora
Imagine you are standing in an open field in the Black Hills of South Dakota. Reach your hand out in front of you and touch your finger to the horizon line. Now slowly turn in a circle and make your finger follow along that line, creating a hoop around yourself.
Aurora Library receives $15,000
Comcast joined Aurora Public Library District officials and community leaders to announce a $15,000 donation to the Aurora Public Library Foundation, which will expand digital skills training at Santori Library in Aurora. Comcast’s latest support of digital skills training in Aurora follows the company’s announcement in 2023 to establish a
No appointment needed at the APLD Makerspace
Big news for makers, tinkerers, and crafters! The Aurora Public Library District’s Makerspace at the Santori Library just got even more accessible and exciting! We are thrilled to announce that you no longer need an appointment to use Makerspace equipment. Now you can walk in anytime during posted hours and
Día de Muertos celebrated at Aurora Library
Every fall, the Aurora Public Library District transforms into a vibrant space of joyful remembrance and cultural connection. Through colorful displays and family-friendly programs, we invite the community to honor Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead) with us! This vibrant tradition honors the memory of loved ones who have
Brick of Chicago, architecture history at APLD
Do you have an unconventional hobby? Something that fascinates you but makes others scratch their heads? For Will Quam, that passion comes in a size 194 × 92 × 57 mm and chances are you encounter thousands of them every single day. If the title didn’t give it away, I’m
Spooky Season at Aurora Public Library District
The Aurora Public Library District is brewing up a cauldron full of Halloween fun this October, with something for every ghost, ghoul, and pumpkin enthusiast! From artsy afternoons to thrilling experiences and frightfully fun films, our upcoming Halloween lineup promises treats with just the right amount of tricks. Things start
What to read next? Book Match can browse for you
Picture this: You’re standing in front of a bookshelf (or scrolling endlessly through Goodreads), sighing because you just finished a great book and now you have no idea what to read next. Do you risk another mystery that might fizzle out or reread that comfort romance for the fourth time?
APLD seeking artists for permanent art installation
The Aurora Public Library District (APLD) is inviting local artists to be part of something extraordinary: the creation of a permanent art installation that will live at the heart of the Santori Library. This project, inspired by our Community Voices initiative, is more than just an artwork— it’s a chance
Julia’s Mandolin, Mexican Boxcar Camp Exhibit at APLD
On a summer evening nearly one century ago, the sound of a mandolin floated across the Mexican boxcar camp in West Eola. Played by young Julia Pérez Padilla, the music carried through rows of families who had come from Mexico to work for the railroads in Aurora. Fast forward to
Discover the magic of fall, Harvest Moon Puppet Show
This fall, families are invited to step into a world of wonder and imagination at the Aurora Public Library District. Firefly Family Theatre will return to present The Harvest Moon Puppet Show at the Santori Library, 101 S River Street, Aurora, at 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 27. With puppets, music,
Dementia care partner support group September 18
Caring for a loved one with dementia can be both an act of deep love and one of life’s greatest challenges. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, nearly 12 million Americans provide unpaid care for people with Alzheimer’s or other dementias, giving more than 19 billion hours of care in 2024.
Celebrating Grandparents’ Day
Santori Aurora Public Library celebrated Grandparents’ Day Sunday afternoon, Sept. 7. Grandparents, grand-friends, and their families were invited. Participants had the chance to make crafts, play bingo, listen to a storytime, sample refreshments and have free family portrait photos taken. A highlight was Groove and Giggles, a half hour of
A grand celebration for grandparents at Aurora Library
Get ready for a grand afternoon, because the Aurora Public Library District is rolling out the welcome mat for grandparents, grand-friends, and their families! Sunday, Sept. 7 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., the Santori Library will host a Grandparents’ Day Celebration filled with crafts, Bingo, storytime, family portraits, and
Sixth annual CAPE Con at APLD Aug. 30
Ka-pow! CAPE Con is swooping back into Aurora for its 6th annual celebration of comics, cosplay, and community! On Saturday, August 30, the Aurora Public Library District will once again transform into a hub of heroes, gamers, and pop culture fans. And the best part? It’s free, it’s fun, and
Back to school resources available at APLD
The Aurora Public Library District is sharpening pencils, dusting off backpacks, and gearing up for back-to school! Whether you’re a parent looking to keep your child’s learning momentum going, or an educator planning lessons for eager young minds, APLD has a wealth of resources ready to make this school year
Stuck in a work rut? Career help at the Aurora Library
Let’s say you’ve hit a wall in your current career. Maybe you’re feeling unmotivated or underappreciated at the workplace, yet starting over is overwhelming without knowing where to start. Thankfully, the Aurora Public Library District is here to help! We’ve got resources in-person and online to help you advance in
Stuffed Animal Sleepover at the Library Aug. 11, Sept. 9
By Andrea Tiberi aka Mr. Bear Hello, humans! It’s me—Mr. Bear (but my friends call me Teddy). Longtime bedtime snuggler, part-time scraped knee healer, and now… library adventurer! That’s right, me and your favorite plush pals are getting the VIP treatment at the Aurora Public Library District with two overnight
Unlock museums, zoos, and more, with a library card
If you think your Aurora Public Library District card is just for checking out items at the library…think again! That little piece of plastic can open doors to concerts, museums, and zoos at a discounted price or even for free! Through fun partnerships with Ravinia, Explore More Illinois, and the
Library renovations: Goodbye Eola, hello Eola Express!
If you haven’t been to Aurora Public Library District’s Eola Road Branch in a while, there’s a lot going on! So much has happened since we first shared our renovation plans with the community summer of 2024. Thanks to all the work that’s been done, we are happy to announce