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Good Friday

Friday, April 3, 2026 at 12:00pm - 11:45pm
Decatur, Geneva

Adams Public Library System will close early in observance of Good Friday.

Closing
Branches:
Decatur, Geneva
Description:

Adams Public Library System will close early in observance of Good Friday.

Easter

All Day
Decatur, Geneva

Adams Public Library System will be closed in observance of Easter.

Closing
Branches:
Decatur, Geneva
Description:

Adams Public Library System will be closed in observance of Easter.

Silent Book Club

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Children's Services at Decatur
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Children, Everyone

Join us to celebrate National Library Week with our first ever Silent Book Club! Bring a book, grab a cushion and spend some time reading! 

Library Branch: Decatur
Room: Children's Services
Age Group: Children, Everyone
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join us to celebrate National Library Week with our first ever Silent Book Club! Bring a book, grab a cushion and spend some time reading! 

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Photos

Adams Public Library System (APLS) may take photos of patrons utilizing library services or participating in APLS programs. These photos are for use by APLS to promote the Library and its services in marketing collateral such as brochures, flyers, our Annual Report, our website, and our social media. APLS will obtain a photo release prior to utilizing a photo in which any individual is identified by name. 

A window decal reading "The Makerspace".

Makerspace 10 Year Anniversary Open House

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 12:00pm - 5:00pm
Makerspace at Decatur
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Other
Age Group:
Everyone

Enjoy snacks, beverages, and crafts to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of the Decatur Makerspace! Take home a custom 10th year anniversary button and 3D print.

Library Branch: Decatur
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other
Event Details:

Enjoy snacks, beverages, and crafts to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of the Decatur Makerspace! Take home a custom 10th year anniversary button and 3D print.

Disclaimer(s)

Photos

Adams Public Library System (APLS) may take photos of patrons utilizing library services or participating in APLS programs. These photos are for use by APLS to promote the Library and its services in marketing collateral such as brochures, flyers, our Annual Report, our website, and our social media. APLS will obtain a photo release prior to utilizing a photo in which any individual is identified by name. 

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Library Board

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Decatur Meeting Room at Decatur
Program Type:
Library Board
Age Group:
Everyone

The Library Board is a seven member board which meets monthly to monitor the effectiveness of the library, set policy and budgets of the library. Meetings are held on the last Monday of each month with exceptions in May and October.

Library Branch: Decatur
Room: Decatur Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Library Board
Event Details:

The Library Board is a seven member board which meets monthly to monitor the effectiveness of the library, set policy and budgets of the library. Meetings are held on the last Monday of each month with exceptions in May and October.

Memorial Day

All Day 5/24 - 5/25
Decatur, Geneva

Adams Public Library System will be closed in observance of Memorial Day.

Closing
Branches:
Decatur, Geneva
Description:

Adams Public Library System will be closed in observance of Memorial Day.

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Library Board

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Porter Room at Geneva
Program Type:
Library Board
Age Group:
Everyone

The Library Board is a seven member board which meets monthly to monitor the effectiveness of the library, set policy and budgets of the library. Meetings are held on the last Monday of each month with exceptions in May and October.

Library Branch: Geneva
Room: Porter Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Library Board
Event Details:

The Library Board is a seven member board which meets monthly to monitor the effectiveness of the library, set policy and budgets of the library. Meetings are held on the last Monday of each month with exceptions in May and October.

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Library Board

Monday, June 29, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Decatur Meeting Room at Decatur
Program Type:
Library Board
Age Group:
Everyone

The Library Board is a seven member board which meets monthly to monitor the effectiveness of the library, set policy and budgets of the library. Meetings are held on the last Monday of each month with exceptions in May and October.

Library Branch: Decatur
Room: Decatur Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Library Board
Event Details:

The Library Board is a seven member board which meets monthly to monitor the effectiveness of the library, set policy and budgets of the library. Meetings are held on the last Monday of each month with exceptions in May and October.

Independence Day

All Day
Decatur, Geneva

Adams Public Library System will be closed in observance of Independence Day.

Closing
Branches:
Decatur, Geneva
Description:

Adams Public Library System will be closed in observance of Independence Day.

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Library Board

Monday, July 27, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Decatur Meeting Room at Decatur
Program Type:
Library Board
Age Group:
Everyone

The Library Board is a seven member board which meets monthly to monitor the effectiveness of the library, set policy and budgets of the library. Meetings are held on the last Monday of each month with exceptions in May and October.

Library Branch: Decatur
Room: Decatur Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Library Board
Event Details:

The Library Board is a seven member board which meets monthly to monitor the effectiveness of the library, set policy and budgets of the library. Meetings are held on the last Monday of each month with exceptions in May and October.

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Library Board

Monday, August 31, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Porter Room at Geneva
Program Type:
Library Board
Age Group:
Everyone

The Library Board is a seven member board which meets monthly to monitor the effectiveness of the library, set policy and budgets of the library. Meetings are held on the last Monday of each month with exceptions in May and October.

Library Branch: Geneva
Room: Porter Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Library Board
Event Details:

The Library Board is a seven member board which meets monthly to monitor the effectiveness of the library, set policy and budgets of the library. Meetings are held on the last Monday of each month with exceptions in May and October.

Labor Day

All Day 9/6 - 9/7
Decatur, Geneva

Adams Public Library System will be closed in observance of Labor Day.

Closing
Branches:
Decatur, Geneva
Description:

Adams Public Library System will be closed in observance of Labor Day.

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Library Board

Monday, September 28, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Decatur Meeting Room at Decatur
Program Type:
Library Board
Age Group:
Everyone

The Library Board is a seven member board which meets monthly to monitor the effectiveness of the library, set policy and budgets of the library. Meetings are held on the last Monday of each month with exceptions in May and October.

Library Branch: Decatur
Room: Decatur Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Library Board
Event Details:

The Library Board is a seven member board which meets monthly to monitor the effectiveness of the library, set policy and budgets of the library. Meetings are held on the last Monday of each month with exceptions in May and October.

Friends Only Pre-Sale

Saturday, October 10, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Decatur Meeting Room at Decatur
Program Type:
Friends
Age Group:
Everyone

Friends of the Library are invited to the pre-sale. Anyone can become a Friend! Check with the volunteers just inside the meeting room to become a Friend of the Library!

Library Branch: Decatur
Room: Decatur Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Friends
Event Details:

Friends of the Library are invited to the pre-sale. Anyone can become a Friend! Check with the volunteers just inside the meeting room to become a Friend of the Library!

Friends Book Sale

All Day 10/11 - 10/18
Decatur Meeting Room at Decatur
Program Type:
Friends
Age Group:
Everyone

Friends of the Library book sale. Come one, come all to this opportunity to help support your library's programs and services through the Friends of the Library fall book sale. 

Library Branch: Decatur
Room: Decatur Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Friends
Event Details:

Friends of the Library book sale. Come one, come all to this opportunity to help support your library's programs and services through the Friends of the Library fall book sale. 

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Library Board

Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Decatur Meeting Room at Decatur
Program Type:
Library Board
Age Group:
Everyone

The Library Board is a seven member board which meets monthly to monitor the effectiveness of the library, set policy and budgets of the library. Meetings are held on the last Monday of each month with exceptions in May and October.

Library Branch: Decatur
Room: Decatur Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Library Board
Event Details:

The Library Board is a seven member board which meets monthly to monitor the effectiveness of the library, set policy and budgets of the library. Meetings are held on the last Monday of each month with exceptions in May and October.

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Library Board

Monday, November 30, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Porter Room at Geneva
Program Type:
Library Board
Age Group:
Everyone

The Library Board is a seven member board which meets monthly to monitor the effectiveness of the library, set policy and budgets of the library. Meetings are held on the last Monday of each month with exceptions in May and October.

Library Branch: Geneva
Room: Porter Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Library Board
Event Details:

The Library Board is a seven member board which meets monthly to monitor the effectiveness of the library, set policy and budgets of the library. Meetings are held on the last Monday of each month with exceptions in May and October.

Staff Development Day

All Day
Decatur, Geneva

The library is closed today for the annual Staff Development Day. It's a learning opportunity for all staff. We hope to see you tomorrow!

Closing
Branches:
Decatur, Geneva
Description:

The library is closed today for the annual Staff Development Day. It's a learning opportunity for all staff. We hope to see you tomorrow!

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Library Board

Monday, December 28, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Decatur Meeting Room at Decatur
Program Type:
Library Board
Age Group:
Everyone

The Library Board is a seven member board which meets monthly to monitor the effectiveness of the library, set policy and budgets of the library. Meetings are held on the last Monday of each month with exceptions in May and October.

Library Branch: Decatur
Room: Decatur Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Library Board
Event Details:

The Library Board is a seven member board which meets monthly to monitor the effectiveness of the library, set policy and budgets of the library. Meetings are held on the last Monday of each month with exceptions in May and October.

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Library Board

Monday, January 25, 2027 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Decatur Meeting Room at Decatur
Program Type:
Library Board
Age Group:
Everyone

The Library Board is a seven member board which meets monthly to monitor the effectiveness of the library, set policy and budgets of the library. Meetings are held on the last Monday of each month with exceptions in May and October.

Library Branch: Decatur
Room: Decatur Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Library Board
Event Details:

The Library Board is a seven member board which meets monthly to monitor the effectiveness of the library, set policy and budgets of the library. Meetings are held on the last Monday of each month with exceptions in May and October.

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Library Board

Monday, February 22, 2027 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Porter Room at Geneva
Program Type:
Library Board
Age Group:
Everyone

The Library Board is a seven member board which meets monthly to monitor the effectiveness of the library, set policy and budgets of the library. Meetings are held on the last Monday of each month with exceptions in May and October.

Library Branch: Geneva
Room: Porter Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Library Board
Event Details:

The Library Board is a seven member board which meets monthly to monitor the effectiveness of the library, set policy and budgets of the library. Meetings are held on the last Monday of each month with exceptions in May and October.

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Library Board

Monday, March 29, 2027 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Decatur Meeting Room at Decatur
Program Type:
Library Board
Age Group:
Everyone

The Library Board is a seven member board which meets monthly to monitor the effectiveness of the library, set policy and budgets of the library. Meetings are held on the last Monday of each month with exceptions in May and October.

Library Branch: Decatur
Room: Decatur Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Library Board
Event Details:

The Library Board is a seven member board which meets monthly to monitor the effectiveness of the library, set policy and budgets of the library. Meetings are held on the last Monday of each month with exceptions in May and October.

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Library Board

Monday, April 26, 2027 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Decatur Meeting Room at Decatur
Program Type:
Library Board
Age Group:
Everyone

The Library Board is a seven member board which meets monthly to monitor the effectiveness of the library, set policy and budgets of the library. Meetings are held on the last Monday of each month with exceptions in May and October.

Library Branch: Decatur
Room: Decatur Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Library Board
Event Details:

The Library Board is a seven member board which meets monthly to monitor the effectiveness of the library, set policy and budgets of the library. Meetings are held on the last Monday of each month with exceptions in May and October.

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Library Board

Monday, May 24, 2027 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Porter Room at Geneva
Program Type:
Library Board
Age Group:
Everyone

The Library Board is a seven member board which meets monthly to monitor the effectiveness of the library, set policy and budgets of the library. Meetings are held on the last Monday of each month with exceptions in May and October.

Library Branch: Geneva
Room: Porter Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Library Board
Event Details:

The Library Board is a seven member board which meets monthly to monitor the effectiveness of the library, set policy and budgets of the library. Meetings are held on the last Monday of each month with exceptions in May and October.