Library News

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February 17, 2026

How to Find Legal Resources

Do you need help with a court issue or legal planning? Addison Public Library staff members help with attending Zoom court, finding and filing legal documents, and providing information about court rules and procedures.

January 23, 2026

10 Ways to Use Your Library Card Without Leaving Your House

Your library card opens the door to free digital resources you can use from anywhere—no commute required!

July 18, 2025

Now Streaming: Kanopy!

Kanopy is an on-demand streaming service that offers free access to thousands of films, TV shows, documentaries, and kids content.

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May 14, 2025

How to Find Your Next Read with NoveList Plus

Are you wondering what to read and don’t know where to start? With NoveList Plus, you can find books that perfectly match your reading preferences and mood.

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April 24, 2025

Learn Tech Skills at the Library

It can be overwhelming to keep up with technological changes and skills. The library is here to help!

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December 13, 2024

How to Master the Sound Studio with LinkedIn Learning

Did you know the Sound Studio has creative software available? It's a great place to work on a variety of digital media projects!

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December 6, 2024

Local History eBooks Available for Free to Everyone in Illinois

Access over 300 local history eBooks from Arcadia Publishing for free!

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December 2, 2024

Congratulations to the Career Online High School Class of 2024

We're celebrating the achievements of our Class of 2024 Career Online High School graduates!

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November 18, 2024

Explore Global Cuisines with A to Z World Food

The holiday season just around the corner! A to Z World Food is the perfect tool for discovering global food cultures and recipes.

August 15, 2024

Travel the World with your Library Card

Get ready to travel the world with your library card! The Addison Public Library offers a wide range of resources to help you plan your adventures.

May 31, 2024

Career and Business Services Resources

The Addison Public Library provides services to empower and help our local businesses and job seekers succeed!

May 21, 2024

Movies, music, eBooks, and more: Get it on Hoopla!

Are you looking for a gateway to endless entertainment? Look no further than Hoopla, the Addison Public Library's free digital service.

December 1, 2022

Exploring Winter Holidays with Culturegrams

December is a wonderful month full of celebrations and family time; do you know about all the different holidays that occur around this time of year? Discover all kinds of different winter holidays using Culturegrams, one of the library's many online resources!

September 1, 2022

How to Learn a New Language with Muzzy Club

I want to learn everything! I have always loved other languages ever since I was learning to read and discovered Spanish for the first time. If your little one is like me, they might enjoy learning a new language. A great way for kids to do this, as well as practice a language they already know, is with the online resource Muzzy Club.

August 1, 2022

How to Navigate the Stock Market Using Your Library Card

Since the pandemic began over two years ago, the stock market has plunged, roared beyond its previous highs, and then dropped into what many think will result in a recession. Want to know the trick to keeping your cool? Knowledge!