Eye Spy 2020 – Summer Reading Challenge
Summer is upon us and that means it is time for the Huntley Area Public Library’s Summer Reading Challenge — Eye Spy 2020.
Teen Hideout Blog
Posts from the Young Adult department.
May The Fourth Be With You
May 4, 2020 is Star Wars Day and the Huntley Area Public Library staff has prepared activities, quizzes and links to explore a Galaxy Far, Far Away long beyond today. First off, test your Star Wars knowledge with these trivia quizzes: Try one (or all three) of our Star Wars quizzes and see how much you know about the Star Wars universe. For all Star Wars fans (especially those who know the original trilogy – … Read more
Happy Earth Day!
The Google doodle for today celebrates Earth Day by focusing on bees – our busy pollinators whose activities help our plants grow and reproduce. You can play a little pollination game and learn a few facts about bees. Bee Doodle!
Sock Bunnies!
Sock bunnies are one of my favorite things to make. You probably have most of the supplies you’ll need around the house, and even sewing beginners should be able to stitch one together. It took me about 35 minutes to create a sock bun in this video, but your mileage may vary. Plan for about an hour. Ready? Grab a sock and collect the other supplies mentioned in the video and get started!
Feeling Creative? Enjoy Crafts at Home on Your Time
Explore these craft & DIY videos featuring HAPL Librarians that utilize simple materials you can usually find in your home.
Teen Zine
Teen Zine is the Huntley Area Public Library’s writers’ club for grades 6 – 12. Teen Zine is also the name of our group’s quarterly publication. If you like writing, photography, art, graphic design, and/or publishing, we would love your creative input! Take me to the current issue! Meetings: Currently suspended due to library closure. But you can still submit items for Teen Zine! Submissions: You don’t have to be a member of the writers’ … Read more
Read it and Rate it
Review a book for a chance to win the monthly prize! Fill out the review form below to enter. For grades 6-12. Check out book reviews from Read it and Rate it participants and library staff members. Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.
Junior Volunteers
Our Junior Volunteer program is taking a break this summer (2020)! Due to COVID-19 concerns as well as building construction and renovation projects, we will not be able to offer volunteer opportunities this summer. We hope to be able to welcome everyone back to the library soon – including our wonderful crew of volunteers. Thank you to everyone who has helped out in the past! We are looking forward to meeting new volunteers in the … Read more