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What is AAPLD Thankful For?

2012 has been a wonderful year for the Library! The Algonquin Area Public Library District's November – December Newsletter features from cover to cover what the Library is thankful for.

The Algonquin Area Public Library District’s November – December Newsletter features from cover to cover what the Library is thankful for.  Enjoy the list!

  1. A good novel.
  2. WiFi at the Library.
  3. Public desktop computers.
  4. Access to printers.
  5. Picking up items through the Drive-Thru Circulation Window.
  6. Checking out a DVD or Blue Ray for at home movie nights.
  7. Drop in Family Storytimes.
  8. Our friends that “Like” us on Facebook.
  9. Free computer classes.
  10. The Library Mobile App for Androids and iPhones.
  11. Access to photocopiers.
  12. The Friends of the Library and their amazing book sales.
  13. Downloading ebooks from electronic resource OverDrive.
  14. Picture books for storytelling at home.
  15. E-book classes.
  16. Attending Library programs.
  17. Placing holds on items.
  18. Renewing items online, by phone or in person.
  19. Book Discussion Groups.
  20. Access to the newest bestsellers.
  21. 24/7 access to the Library through www.aapld.org.
  22. Our eyes are thankful for Large Type Books.
  23. Early literacy programs at the Library.
  24. Audio Books for car trips and commuting.
  25. Summer Reading Program.
  26. Wiggling and giggling with children in Youth Services.
  27. Creativity at the drop in Family Lego Competitions.
  28. Our ultimate search engine –the Librarians.
  29. Access to meeting rooms.
  30. Borrowing a Museum Adventure Pass to visit local museums for free or with a special discount.
  31. Connecting with the family and friends at Family Bingo Night.
  32. Interacting with live tutors from 2 pm- 11 pm CST with electronic resource BrainFuse.
  33. Researching family history with electronic resource Heritage Quest Online.
  34. Downloading 3 FREE songs per a week with electronic resource Freegal.
  35. Finding recommended reads with NoveList Plus.
  36. Introducing new friends and family to the Library.
  37. Using design and holiday tips found in our home and holiday book collections.
  38. Cooking up a new recipe that was found in the Library’s cookbook collection.
  39. Library newsletters for upcoming Library news and programs.
  40. Access to auto repair information with electronic resource Auto Repair Reference Center.
  41. The Harnish Maine Library being open 7 days a week.
  42. The Eastgate Branch Library being open 7 days a week.
  43. Reading magazines on smart phones, tablets or PCS with electronic resource Zinio.
  44. Our followers that Tweet to us on Twitter @aapld. # Thankyou!
  45. Our Library Patrons.
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