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Heartwarming Gesture From a Young Member of our Community
In a heartwarming gesture, a youngster from our community, that loves his local library, decided to make a difference. Saving up $150.00 of his hard-earned allowance over several months, this compassionate library fan chose to donate to the Huntley Area Public Library. His selfless act not only showcased an understanding of the importance of libraries as hubs of learning and community engagement but also demonstrated the power of individual initiative, proving that age is no … Read more
Updates to Kanopy – Tickets Replace Credits
Introducing Kanopy! The Huntley Area Public Library now offers Kanopy, a streaming movie service. By introducing Kanopy to your devices, you can explore films that matter.
Sony PlayStation 5 Now Available in Gaming Room
We are pleased to announce that a Sony PlayStation 5 has been added to the library’s Gaming Room. Interested in checking out the console or the Nintendo Switch that also resides in the Gaming Room? A Gaming Room reservation can be made online or at the library’s Information Desk. PlayStation 5 Games available to play: UNO® NBA 2K23 for PS5™ LEGO® Worlds LEGO® Star Wars™: The Skywalker Saga Deluxe Edition STARWHAL LEGO® Bricktales Sackboy: A … Read more
Minecraft Free Play Now Available at the Library
Gamers, are you ready for some Minecraft Survival Mode? Ages 10 and up can enjoy Minecraft Free Play in the library’s Tech Lab on Friday afternoons from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Our instructor Matthew will be on hand to monitor play and help get you set up.
NEW! Get SMS Reminders for Library Events and Programs
We’ve added a new feature to our online event registration system. Now you can get text message reminders about library events you register for!
Very Merry Huntley 2022 – Holiday Open House Returns!
Tickets for library event on 12.2.22 are now SOLD OUT! Explore the Open House schedule and other Very Merry Huntley Events taking place in Huntley.
2022 Costume Contest
Show off your skills, and enter the Huntley Area Public Library’s 2022 Costume Contest.
Sew Hop’d Makes Donation to Huntley Area Public Library
Collaborating with community partners is a large part of what makes Huntley an exceptional place to live. When the library was getting ready to reopen, staff wanted to make an impact and work with our partners to make sure the community knew about all the changes the library made during the construction and renovation project, and to celebrate the occasion. One of those partners was Sew Hop’d Brewery and Taproom.
Huntley Area Public Library Receives Donation From Huntley Area Lions Club
Huntley, IL – The Huntley Area Public Library was honored to receive a donation from the Huntley Area Lions Club in the amount of $1000.00. The donation was presented to the library by Jim Saletta and Jim Graves of the Lions Club in honor of American disability rights advocate Helen Keller. Keller influenced Lions Club members to join her and continue her crusade as Knights of the Blind. Helping the visually impaired has been a cause for the group since 1925.
Homeschooling in McHenry County
Homeschool educator and sought-after speaker, Kathy Wentz, invites you to travel to McHenry County to participate in some, or all six, of her most popular sessions. This Monday evening series is for veteran, new, and prospective homeschool parents. Sessions will be followed up with a Q&A, so come prepared with questions. Enjoy sessions in-person or via Zoom. Register with each hosting library for session you wish to attend.
Work to begin on Library’s Drive-Up Book Return on Monday, May 16, 2022
We are happy to announce that work will begin on the library’s drive-up book return on Monday, May 16, 2022. Removal of the drive-up book return will be the first step of a much-needed height adjustment to make it accessible for most vehicles. Following the removal of the book return, some minor construction will take place on the drive-up window and lane. During this time all drive-up window services and book return will be closed.
Get the Whole Story! May-June Library Newsletter Available online
Find out what’s happening at the all-new Huntley Area Public Library during the months of May and June of 2022. Read the digital version of the Whole Story Newsletter, it’s available now.
Welcome to your FRESH new Huntley Area Public Library
The all-new Huntley Area Public Library opened its doors on Monday, February 7, 2022. Here are some photos of the new library, though we highly recommend stopping in to see it for yourself.
The OverDrive App Will No Longer Be Available Starting February 23
Libby offers many unique features like easy onboarding to welcome new users, a unified bookshelf for all loans and holds, tags to track wish lists and favorite reads, push notifications, audiobook compatibility with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, direct in-app support, and much more. Users can continue to access our OverDrive website: dlil.info
Fencing Removed from Library Parking Lot
Good news, fencing around the library’s parking lot has been removed. What does that mean? Nothing, right now. The library’s temporary entrance will be in use until we close on December 31, 2021 for the final construction stage.
hoopla digital is Coming to Android Auto
The feature most requested by patrons is coming soon: hoopla will be on Android Auto!
Family Story Time in the Park with Lt Kelly
We’d like to thank Lieutenant Kelly and her Fireman friends for the amazing Family Story Time in the Park today. We had such a fun time. We got to listen to Lt Kelly’s favorite stories, dance around with Miss Charise, and Lt Kelly’s Fireman friends brought over the firetruck for us to enjoy.
We Have Walls
We have walls! The renovation of the library building is on schedule. Here are some pictures of the progress.
Library to Close on March 15 up to April 26, 2021 as Phase Two of the Construction Project Begins
Phase 2 of the library’s construction project begins in April. Projected closure dates are Monday, March 15 up to Monday, April 26, 2021.
Getting Started with The Palace Project
The eRead Illinois collection has migrated to a new platform, The Palace Project. To get started: Download the Palace Project app, which is available in both the Apple App Store for iOS phones and tablets and the Google Play Store for Android phones and devices. Open the Palace app, tap “Find Your Library” and type or scroll to find your library’s name to access the digital books and audiobooks. You will be prompted to sign … Read more
Push Light Moon Gallery (November 2025)
Teens created their own moon lights using LED touch lights, moon reference art, and acrylic paint at the library’s Art After Dark event.
Holiday Cards to Make and Keep Gallery (December 2025)
A nice group of people attended the library’s holiday card-making event and designed dozens of cards for friends, family, and folks in assisted living residences. Happy holidays!
Teen Photo Challenge – January and February 2026
JANUARY: Share an original “winter” photo (taken by you) for a chance to win a gift card prize. A winner will be selected from the submissions received. Use the form below to submit/upload your photo entries. Entries for January must be received by January 31, 2026! For teens/grades 6-12. FEBRUARY: Share an original “pet” or “animal” photo (taken by you) for a chance to win a gift card prize. A winner will be selected from … Read more
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory – Read It and Rate It
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl Adventure Fantasy Review #1 * * * Stars (Pretty good) “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” by Roald Dahl follows the story of a young boy named Charlie Bucket, who wins a golden ticket to tour Willy Wonka’s mysterious chocolate factory. Charlie and four other children explore the factory filled with incredible inventions and magical rooms. Who will win the factory? Read the book to find out! I … Read more
Our Violent Ends – Read It and Rate It
Our Violent Ends These Violent Delights duet #2 by Chloe Gong Adventure Fantasy Historical Fiction Romance Supernatural Suspense Thriller Review #1 * * * * * Stars (Amazing!) “Our Violent Ends” is the end to the duology that began with “These Violent Delights”. “Our Violent Ends” is set in 1920s Shanghai, and it picks off where it left off with Roma Montagov and Juliette Cai. They are both heirs to rival gangs—the Scarlet Gang and … Read more
These Violent Delights – Read It and Rate It
These Violent Delights These Violent Delights duet #1 by Chloe Gong Adventure Fantasy Historical Fiction Mystery Romance Suspense Thriller Review #1 * * * * * Stars (Amazing!) Based on Shakespeare’s classic, “Romeo and Juliette,” “These Violent Delights” by Chloe Gong is set in Shanghai during the 1920s. The story follows Juliette Cai and Roma Montagov, heirs to rival gangs, the Scarlet Gang and the White Flowers. When they were fifteen, they were deeply in … Read more
Read It and Rate It
Teens (grades 6 -12): Review a book for a chance to win the monthly prize! Fill out the review form below to enter. Check out book reviews from other teens! Want to see what the library’s YA Librarian is reading? Check out their reviews here.