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Spring Bonus Books!
We had a few last-minute additions to our bestsellers list and wanted to share them with you. Please click on the links below to place holds on books expected to arrived soon!... More >>>

Huntley Area Public Library Temporary Closures
The Huntley Area Public Library will temporarily close to relocate materials and furniture to the new temporary annex. The Children's Area will be closed from Sunday, February 21 through Sunday, February 28, 2010. The entire library will be closed for three days, from Friday, February 26 through Sunday, February 28, 2010. ... More >>>

Program Change Alert: Intermediate Facebook Rescheduled
The library's Intermediate Facebook class originally scheduled for February 26 has been rescheduled to take place on Friday, February 19 at 9:15 a.m.... More >>>

February Teen Book Club
Thursday, February 25 - Grades 7-12 - 5-6 p.m. - The Teen Book Club is reading The Lightning Thief, by Rick Riordan this month. Follow the adventures of Percy Jackson, half-blood and demigod, as he learns about his true parentage and embarks on a quest to return Zeus’ lightning bolt.... More >>>

Groundhog Day Quiz
February 1-7 - Grades 6-12 - Test your knowledge of groundhogs and Groundhog Day by taking our Groundhog Day Quiz and you could win a special Groundhog Day prize! Take the quiz now at... More >>>

Senior Coffee: See's Candy
Monday, February 22 - 10-11 a.m. - Learn about the history of See's Famous Old Time Candies. From the company's beginnings in California to its' newest location in Algonquin... More >>>

Visit us at the Algonquin-Lake in the Hills Expo tomorrow!
The Huntley Area Public Library will be at the Algonquin/Lake in the Hills Home and Business Expo tomorrow (January 30, 2010). Visit us at booth #506 from 9 a.m - 4 p.m.... More >>>

Library Lovers' Day
Stop at the Huntley Area Public Library on Wednesday, February 10 from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. and visit the Friends' of the Library display, pick up a treat, enter a prize drawing and add a link to our Library Lovers' Paper Chain!... More >>>

Library Lovers' Paper Chain
Help raise money for our summer reading programs by building a paper chain. The Friends will earn 10 cents from several local businesses for every link added to our paper chain. ... More >>>

February Children's Story Times
Sessions last 20 minutes. Register in person or call the Children's Room Desk, ext. 26 each week for the following week's session.... More >>>

February Kids' Chess
Thursday, February 4 & 18 - Ages 8-15 - 7-8 p.m. - Chess players of any skill level meet to play, strategize, and improve their game. Beginners welcome.... More >>>

What Was Your Favorite Monarch and/or Caudill Award Book?
Month of February - We hope that you have been reading the Caudill and Monarch nominees, because now it's time to let us know which your favorites were! ... More >>>

February Snap Shots
Thursday, February 11 - Grades 8-12 - 5-6 p.m. - Winter is a good time for working in black and white, so this month Snap Shots will be taking and working with black and white photos.... More >>>

February Teen Advisory Board
Monday, February 1 - Grades 6-12 - 5-6 p.m. - Help plan activities at the library for teens. We need your ideas and your enthusiasm.... More >>>

Preschool Fair Now Online
Compare childcare options from the comfort of your computer! Just click on the link and download the Huntley Area Public Library's Preschool and Daycare Guide. It contains comprehensive information about local preschools including links to websites and email contact information. ... More >>>

First Look: Inside the HAPL Temporary Mobile Annex
Today we take you inside of the Huntley Area Public Library's Temporary Mobile Annex for a First Look. The three units that combine to provide the library with 2,880 square feet or space were delivered last week and have been fitted together. Work has begun on the interior of the units which will house the Children's collection and also a small program room. ... More >>>

Save Illinois Libraries Today - January 20th
You may or may not be aware that amid all the economic turmoil the North Suburban Library System (NSLS) has been struggling with budget cuts this year. Normally, the State of Illinois provides funding for the nine library systems in the State to operate. This year, the budget for support of library systems was cut by 16.5%.... More >>>

Mobile Annex Arrives at the Library
The Huntley Area Public Library is pleased to announce that all three sections of the mobile annex have arrived. Exterior work has begun to connect the units, and add windows and doors. The mobile annex is expected to be open to the community at the beginning of March 2010. It will house the children's library including books, computers, additional seating and a small program room. ... More >>>

The Great Cookie Escape
Kids, want to escape the chill of winter? Come in to the library where the smell of cookies is in the air. We'll read cookie stories, enjoy a cookie snack, and make cookies in a jar to bring home.... More >>>

Quick Reads: What's New?
Monday Jan. 18 - 3-3:45 p.m. - Grades 3-5 - What's NEW in the library? Come and take a look at some terrific new fiction and non-fiction for kids! Who knows what you'll find when you explore new books? Choose your favorites to check out!... More >>>

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