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December 6, 2023

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 

July 23, 2024

No registration required for reptile show July 27

Calling all creature enthusiasts! Get ready for a slithery good time at the Aurora Public Library District (APLD) when Dave DiNaso’s Traveling World of Reptiles slithers in for an exciting presentation at the West Branch Saturday, July 27 at 1 p.m. in which this interactive show, perfect for children of all ages and their caregivers, promises an up-close encounter with fascinating reptiles and amphibians from around the globe... read more

July 16, 2024

Aurora Public Library District’s Emotions Storytimes: Four programs

A person’s mental health is an important part of his or her overall well-being, especially for children. By addressing mental and emotional wellness early on, we can equip children with tools to manage their feelings and build resilience, setting them up for success later in life. To help with this, the Aurora Public Library District (APLD) and the National Alliance on Mental Illness of Kane-south, DeKalb & Kendall Counties (NAMI KDK) are planning a series of Emotions Storytimes at the Eola Road Branch and Santori Library for families with children ages 4 to 8. This series is a fantastic opportunity to bond with your child, nurture their emotional intelligence, and un-silence the conversation around mental health... read more

July 9, 2024

July 2, 2024

Aurora House Histories revealing program July 13

Have you ever wondered about the fascinating life your house may have led before you were the occupant? Who planted the roses in the front yard? What caused that large scratch across the floor? Part of the charm of living in a historic home is celebrating the history of the property. The Aurora Public Library District (APLD) will be host to a program entitled, Aurora House Histories: Your Home Has a Story, Saturday, July 13 at the Santori Library (and virtually on Zoom) where we will offer guidance on researching your own home’s history. This event will delve into the rich tapestry of Aurora’s residential past and offer a unique glimpse into the lives of those who came prior to us... read more

June 25, 2024

AI capabilities an Aurora Public Library District program focus

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming our society, impacting many aspects of our everyday lives. If you’d like to learn more about its capabilities, an upcoming Aurora Public Library District (APLD) program entitled, AI Playground: Experiment & Learn, will give a basic introduction to AI and provide the opportunity to test several generative tools. With this program we hope to de-mystify common misconceptions of AI and show attendees how to make it work for them... read more