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News

Bi-Monthly Newsletters

Newsletters are mailed to homes within our service area and also available for download.

February & March 2025


Press Releases

December 6, 2023

Six people pose for the camera holding an oversized check from Comcast to the Aurora Public Library District Founation in the amount of $30,000

Comcast announces $30,000 Grant to Fund Digital Navigator Program at Aurora Public Library District’s Santori Library 

Comcast joined Aurora Public Library District officials today to announce a $30,000 donation to the Aurora Public Library District Foundation to fund a digital navigator program at Santori Library, located at 101 S. River St. in Aurora. Digital navigators are professionals who link residents to resources that can help them build the digital skills needed to succeed in school, participate in the workforce and connect to programs that can help them access and pay for broadband Internet service at home, including: 

  • Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), a federal program which can provide up to $30 per month toward the cost of eligible households’ Internet and mobile bills;  
  • Internet Essentials, a Comcast program that provides low-cost Internet service at home to eligible low-income households with students of all ages, seniors, veterans, people with disabilities and public housing residents.
  • Internet Essentials has helped 1.9 million Illinois residents connect to the
  • Internet at home since it launched in 2011. The ACP can cover the full cost of Internet Essentials, making it free for eligible households. ... read more 

Weekly News Feature in The Voice

The Library has a weekly feature in The Voice. The Voice is an independent newspaper based in Aurora which is designed to give both individuals and groups avenues of expression, a voice.

The Voice serves selected areas in northern and north central Illinois, including, but not limited to the Fox River Valley in Kane, Kendall, DuPage, and Will Counties. The Voice serves other counties and is available online, through mail subscription, and on newsstands.

February 18, 2025
Staff member Cailin holds vintage hat box in front of a glass front display case full of books in the Community History Center.

Preserving Aurora’s Past: Inside Community History Center

The Aurora Public Library District wears many different hats for our community. For those interested in local history, it’s a living archive that ensures the stories, struggles, and achievements of the community are not forgotten. These stories are held in our Community History Center, on the second floor of the Santori Library in the heart of downtown Aurora. Whether you are a researcher, student, or a curious resident, this space offers an extensive and ever-growing collection that keeps the city’s history alive and accessible... read more

February 11, 2025
Helping Your ADHD Child Thrive program on Thursday, Febraury 20 at 6:30 p.m. at Santori Library.

Helping your ADHD child thrive at APLD

Parents and caregivers of children with ADHD often face unique challenges, from managing daily routines to understanding the best ways to support their child’s growth. To help navigate these challenges, the Aurora Public Library District (APLD) is hosting an informative session, Executive Functioning & ADHD: Helping Your Child Thrive, Thursday, Feb. 20, at 6:30 p.m.. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain expert knowledge and practical solutions for supporting children with ADHD... read more

February 4, 2025
Library staff member holds teen books on display in the library.

Teen Book Social at Aurora Public Library District

For many teens who love books, making friends and being social can sometimes be challenging. Young readers have a tendency to spend hours lost in their favorite stories, which can lead to a perception that they’re uninterested in socializing, when the truth is that they are eager to connect with others who share their interests. To bring these readers together, the Aurora Public Library District (APLD) is launching a new program called Teen Book Social that invites middle and high school students to hang out, make friends, and celebrate their shared love of reading.... read more

January 28, 2025
Celebrate Valentine's Day at APLD

Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Aurora Public Library

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and the Aurora Public Library District (APLD) has some exciting and creative programs lined up to celebrate the season of love. From crafting heartfelt gifts to sipping afternoon tea, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Kick off the celebrations with a Heart Coaster Craft at the West Branch Saturday, Feb. 8, where children ages six to 11 can create handmade coasters using cork and paint. “I’m most looking forward to seeing what the kids end up creating at the end of the program,” said library assistant Tony. “They’ll leave with a unique coaster they can gift or use as decoration.”... read more

January 21, 2025
An Evening With James McBride on Tuesday, February 4 at 7 p.m. virtual via Zoom & Youtube

An evening with author James McBride, Feb. 4

In honor of Black History Month, the Aurora Public Library District is excited to present an upcoming event featuring acclaimed author James McBride Tuesday, Feb. 4 at 7 p.m. at the Santori Library, 101 S. River Street, Aurora, in Room 125/126. The virtual program will offer attendees an opportunity to hear McBride discuss his works, creative process, and the experiences that have shaped his storytelling... read more

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