MUST-Visit Libraries
GENEVA PUBLIC LIBRARY
227 S. Seventh Street
Geneva, IL 60134
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Flexible innovative space with a vast digital library, book club bundles, tech rentals, and 3D Printing
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A vast calendar of events and classes for people of all ages
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Kids Landing offers activities, programs, and resources beginning with early literacy, creative play, and storytimes, to book clubs, S.T.E.A.M., and robotics that provide hands-on learning and fun.
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Homework help and study resources are available
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Study rooms and a studio are available for reservation up to a capacity of 12
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Meeting and conference rooms are available to reserve for up to 200 chairs
Photo courtesy of Geneva Public Library
ST. CHARLES PUBLIC LIBRARY
1 S. Sixth Avenue
St. Charles, IL 60174
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Newly renovated, a community artist gallery, landscaped courtyard functioning as event space, a wide variety of tech and software, and a wide variety of programming and events for all ages
KIDS AREA |
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An interactive environment with regular activities such as in-person and virtual storytimes, homework resources, and a rotation of available take-home educational activities and crafts
MEETING ROOMS |
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Five study rooms are available plus larger conference and meeting rooms
Photo courtesy of St. Charles Public Library
SANTORI LIBRARY
101 S. River Street
Aurora, IL 60506
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A state-of-the-art center for technology, information, literacy, creativity, and community.
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Equipped with a Makerspace, local history and genealogy room, teen space, and study rooms.
KIDS AREA |
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Learning kits, storytimes, make or take crafts, and a variety of age-tailored resources available for children and teens
MEETING ROOMS |
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A wide variety of study rooms, meeting and board rooms are available to rent
Photo courtesy of Santori Library
SUGAR GROVE PUBLIC LIBRARY
125 S. Municipal Drive
Sugar Grove, IL 60554
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Artistic exhibition space, a monthly wintermarket October - April, a summer music series, and "The Library of Wonderful Things:" a collection of non-traditional items that are useful for social, recreational, or educational purpose.
KIDS AREA |
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Storytimes, K-6 clubs, drop-in crafts, movies and more, including homework help.
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The Teen Zone is equipped with four computers, three study tables, and a gaming area to play PS3, PS4, or Nintendo Switch games
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Two study rooms and five meeting rooms are available to reserve
Photo courtesy of Sugar Grove Public Library
NAPERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY (95th Street)
3015 Cedar Glade Drive
Naperville, IL 60564
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Book discussions, NaperLaunch Academy business support services, genealogy and local history resources, a rotating art display, tech buffet, and a green screen room
KIDS AREA |
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Homework help resources, early literacy support, and a variety of storytimes and arts and crafts programs
MEETING ROOMS |
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Meeting rooms, conference rooms, & study rooms are available to reserve
Photo courtesy of Williams Architects
YORKVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Curbside service, local history, book clubs, a Library of Things, an artist wall, reading programs, and a variety of events for all ages
KIDS AREA |
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Storytimes, literacy centers, a children's e-reading room, arts and crafts, monthly therapy dogs, teen reading room
MEETING ROOMS |
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Large meeting rooms and group study rooms are available for reservation
Photo courtesy of Williams Architects
BATAVIA PUBLIC LIBRARY
10 S. Batavia Avenue
Batavia, IL 60510
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Computers, technology, printing + 3D printing, notary public on staff, curbside pickup, and a cafe inside
KIDS AREA |
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Youth discovery kits available along with a variety of toys and games, homework resources, and regular story times, and an outdoor kids garden
MEETING ROOMS |
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Several small study rooms and larger study rooms (3-8 people) plus larger meeting rooms are available by application
Photo courtesy of Batavia Public Library
GAIL BORDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY (Main)
270 North Grove Avenue
Elgin, IL 60120
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Third largest public library building in the state and frequent hosts of both large and small exhibits
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Ample natural light with seasonal vistas of the Fox River
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Technology classes and computer centers and a digital media lab
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A large assortment of events and classes
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Roll N Donuts cafe located inside!
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KidSpace hosts a variety of games and activities for children along with a full schedule of storytimes and events
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Middle School Zone offers help with homework, volunteer opportunities, and free music downloads
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Studio 270 is geared toward high schoolers and offers a digital media lab and resources for college bound students
MEETING ROOMS |
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Study rooms are available for up to 6 people and can be reserved in advance
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Meeting rooms are available for groups of 7+ and applications for use are available online. Tech rentals and food + beverage are available
Photo courtesy of Gail Borden Public Library
DEKALB PUBLIC LIBRARY
309 Oak Street
DeKalb, IL 60115
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Book clubs, genealogy resources, a health reference center, and a wide variety of events for all ages
KIDS AREA |
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Weekly story times and crafts, regular STEM/STEAM programs, digital resources and gaming systems for kids of all ages
MEETING ROOMS |
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Insulated sound studio and a variety of meeting and study rooms are available to reserve
Photo courtesy of The MidWeek
WARRENVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
28W751 Stafford Place
Warrenville, IL 60555
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Curbside service, book discussions, extensive digital resources
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Toddler time with singing, dancing, stories and finger plays; crafts to-go, STEAM activities, puzzles, discovery packs and science kits
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Study rooms, quiet rooms, and teen rooms are available
Photo courtesy of Product Architecture + Design
NAPERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY (Nichols)
200 W. Jefferson Avenue
Naperville, IL 60540
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Bi-monthly Brown Bag Lectures on art, history, culture, and timely relevance, a large event calendar for people of all ages, virtual programs, and vast digital offerings
KIDS AREA |
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Homework help resources, early literacy support, and a variety of storytimes and arts and crafts programs
MEETING ROOMS |
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Meeting rooms, conference rooms, & study rooms are available to reserve
Photo courtesy of Williams Architects