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Huntley Area Public Library District A brief description of the Library is as follows: The Huntley Area Public Library District serves the community by providing a wide variety of items to borrow and by offering services for residents of all ages. The Library provides information, programs, and resource recommendations. The Library’s website offers 24-hour access to electronic information services and the catalog. High-quality, personalized service is the Library’s goal. The Library has one location at … Read more

Board Retreat Meeting Agenda – November 7, 2026

Huntley Area Public Library District 11000 Ruth Road, Huntley, IL 60142 Board Retreat Meeting Program Room 3 November 7, 2026—8:00 a.m. – 12pm Agenda    Call to Order (8am)  Attendance (8:03am)  Pledge of Allegiance (8:05am)  Public comment and Visitors   Retreat Topics:   Director Review Process (8:30am)  Board Bylaws Update (9:00am)  Strategic Plan Process Review (9:30am)  Discussion of long-term financial needs with Jamie Rachlin (10:45am)  Trustee continuing education demo (11:15am)  Trustee manual review (11:45am)  Memorandum of … Read more

Regular Meeting Minutes – September 16, 2026

Board of Trustees of the Huntley Area Public Library District Minutes of the Regular Meeting September 16, 2026   Call to Order: A Regular Board Meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Huntley Area Public Library District was held in Program Room 3 at the Huntley Area Public Library District, 11000 Ruth Road, Huntley, IL 60142 on September 16, 2026. President Threadgill-Smith called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Attendance: Trustees Present: Linda … Read more

Maker Space (Creative Studio) Associate (Part-Time, 25 Hours/Week)

Are you passionate about technology, creativity, and helping others learn? Do you enjoy working with tools ranging from 3D printers and laser cutters to digital design software? Would teaching a sewing workshop, leading a 3D printing program, or helping someone bring a creative project to life make your day?  The Huntley Area Public Library District is seeking an enthusiastic, customer-focused Creative Studio Associate to join our team.  Schedule Requirements  Wednesday 12-7  Fridays 10-5  Saturdays 10-5  … Read more

Regular Board Meeting Agenda – October 21, 2026

Huntley Area Public Library District 11000 Ruth Road, Huntley, IL 60142 Regular Monthly Meeting Program Room 3 October 21, 2026—5:30 p.m. Agenda    Call to Order  Attendance  Pledge of Allegiance   Public Comment and Visitors  Regular Business  Secretary’s Report  Approval of minutes for the following:  Regular Board Meeting, September 16, 2026  Financial Reports and Checks  Monthly Income-Expense Report  Library Director’s Report  Committee Reports  Policy-Domagalski (chair), Benigno, Schmelzer, Threadgill-Smith (ex officio)  Finance-Kunde (chair), Domagalski, Weil, Threadgill-Smith (ex … Read more

Thank You to Our 2026 Summer Reading Sponsors!

From all of us at the Huntley Area Public Library, thank you to the wonderful businesses and organizations that supported our 2026 Summer Reading Challenge, Plant a Seed, Read! Summer Reading is one of our biggest programs of the year, bringing readers of all ages together for a summer filled with reading, activities, prizes, and fun. The support of our community partners helps us make the experience even more special for everyone who participates. This … Read more

2026 Annual Halloween Costume Contest

Participate in the Huntley Area Public Library’s 2026 Costume Contest! It’s back! The Huntley Area Public Library’s annual Costume Contest returns this October. Get dressed in your best Halloween costume, snap a photo, and submit your entry using the form below. Please submit one photo per participant. Entries must be received by October 31, 2026. This contest is open exclusively to Huntley Area Public Library cardholders. Kids, teens, adults, and even pets can join in … Read more

Budget and Appropriations Ordinance Hearing Minutes – August 19, 2026

Board of Trustees of the Huntley Area Public Library District Minutes of the Budget and Appropriations Ordinance Hearing August 19, 2026 Call to Order: A Budget and Appropriations Ordinance Hearing of the Board of Trustees of the Huntley Area Public Library District was held in Program Room 3 at the Huntley Area Public Library District, 11000 Ruth Road, Huntley, IL 60142 on August 19, 2026. President Threadgill-Smith called the meeting to order at 5:25 p.m. … Read more

Regular Meeting Minutes – August 19, 2026

Board of Trustees of the Huntley Area Public Library District Minutes of the Regular Meeting August 19, 2026 Call to Order: A Regular Board Meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Huntley Area Public Library District was held in Program Room 3 at the Huntley Area Public Library District, 11000 Ruth Road, Huntley, IL 60142 on August 19, 2026. President Threadgill-Smith called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Attendance: Trustees Present: Linda Benigno, … Read more

Processing Assistant (Part Time)

Huntley Area Public Library Job Description Position: Processing Assistant Status: Non-exempt Grade: 5 Number of hours per week: Part-time, Salary $15.00-$23.36 per hour depending on qualifications Reports to: Head of Collection Management Description: Provides library materials to the public in a timely manner by processing and repairing materials for the library collection. Essential Job Functions: Prepares physical library materials for circulation, following department documentation and standards. Processes materials with a high degree of accuracy and … Read more