Weekly columns in the Naperville Sun
Follow along with us this year as we take on the 2022 Amazing Book Challenge! Naperville Public Library's Amazing Book Challenge encourages readers to broaden their horizons by discovering new subjects and authors. To participate, register online and read one book from the month's theme to receive a small monthly prize.
Spring break is here, which means it's time to dust off your suitcase and start packing for an adventure! Whether you're ready to relax in the sand or get cozy in a quiet cabin, I've got six books that are perfect for your next vacation destination.
Women's History Month is a celebration of women's contributions to history, culture and society.
Celebrated every March, Women's History Month began in Santa Rosa, California, in 1978 as a "Women's History Week." The organizers chose the week of March 8 to correspond with International Women's Day.
If you're a romance reader, I guarantee someone has asked why you read them. While you could reply that the real world feels a little too suffocating lately and you just need some time in a fictional world where good people are rewarded with good lives, sometimes it's just easier to smile and return to the steamy scenes they so rudely interrupted.
Follow along with us this year as we take on the 2022 Amazing Book Challenge, which encourages readers to broaden their horizons by discovering new subjects and authors.
For moviegoers and book lovers alike, 2022 is shaping up to be a very good year. After the roller coaster ride cinemas took us on in 2021, including months-long production delays, many of these highly anticipated book-to-movie adaptations will finally be released.
As we continued to navigate the ever-changing landscape of the COVID-19 pandemic, that didn't stop us from implementing great new services and improvements to make the library experience even better for our customers.
Naperville Public Library's Winter Reading Program is off to a winter-ful start.
We scouted out a few of the best books-turned-movies for you to pair together this holiday season!
During the month of December, we are stepping into someone else's shoes and highlighting materials in which the main characters and/or authors are living with disabilities.
With fall in full swing and winter on the horizon, there's one thing we can all agree on - it's cooking season! Whether you're planning meals for Thanksgiving, Native American Heritage Day or a simple gathering with family and friends, these five tried-and-true cookbooks are sure to have you going back for seconds.
Throughout the month of November, the children's department at Naperville Public Library is celebrating what is affectionately referred to as Dinovember.
This month’s recommendations explore tough topics including the challenges of living with depression, anxiety and ADHD as well as the effects of suicide. The digital display also highlights how mental illness can impact the lives of friends and family members of the one diagnosed.
During the month of October, Lucasfilm and libraries across the country invite the public to experience it in a different way - through Star War Reads and all the books and myriad other things written about a galaxy far, far away.
This month, we invite you to "Fall for the Arts," as Naperville Public Library highlights dozens of titles featuring the arts and their impact on our everyday life.
While library books, movies and downloads allow Napervillians to explore world-renowned museums and landmarks from the comfort of their own homes, many don't realize the library offers customers free or discounted tickets to experience a variety of local cultural attractions in person.
As of June 14, most Naperville Public Library services have been restored to full capacity. This includes NaperLaunch, the business startup services center and coworking space located at the Nichols Library in downtown Naperville.
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in September by choosing a title or two from Naperville Public Library's digital display.
Whether you are looking for classics or modern hobby games, light card games or deep strategy games, children's games or party games, there is something for everyone.
For people with autism or sensory processing disorders, going anywhere new can be challenging.
Communication is the essence of relationships. It allows people to not only explain their needs but helps them connect with others throughout their community.
Pencils are sharpened. Lunches are packed. But does your student have their Naperville Public Librarycard ready to go?
To Kill a Mockingbird. 1984. Pride & Prejudice. Catch-22. Each of these novels is considered a timeless treasure, a piece of literature that impacted generations with its themes and social commentary.
Naperville Public Library welcomes Shelly Weiser as the latest artist to be featured in the rotatingcommunity art exhibitatNichols Library.
In honor of Naperville Public Library's July celebration of "The Party That Shall Not Be Named" and all things Harry Potter, library staff were given the task of ranking each of J.K. Rowling's seven original Harry Potter books.
With summer in full swing, the librarians at Naperville Public Library have put together a list of audiobook recommendations for you to enjoy on your next road trip.
Naperville Public Library is committed to providing materials, services and programs that represent a wide array of cultures and experiences so all members of the Naperville community feel included and represented.
Naperville Public Library’s summer reading program is in full swing.
New virtual play floor dedicated in memory of librarian who advocated forlearning through play.
Frequently Asked Questions regarding Naperville Public Library’s elimination of overdue fines.