Business Resources
The Aurora Public Library District provides access to many valuable resources to help you with your business information needs. Whether you are an aspiring entrepreneur or an established business owner, the library can connect you to the resources that can guide you to entrepreneurial success.
Events
Register for Your Business/Organization Library Card
If you own a business or run an organization in Aurora, we have a card for you! Register for an APLD library account to reserve meeting spaces, connect to our subscription-based online business resources, use our computer and technology services, and access digital content, including ebooks, magazines, and newspapers.
Fill out a brief online application form to get started, and we will contact you to complete the registration process.
Meeting Spaces
Study Rooms
Need a place to collaborate or concentrate? Small group study rooms are available for use at all library locations. APLD cardholders can make a reservation up to 48 hours in advance online or by calling 630-264-4117. Non-library cardholders are welcome to use an unreserved study room on a first-come, first-served basis. Each individual or small group has a maximum of one 2-hour appointment per day.
Meeting Rooms
Businesses, government, and nonprofit organizations can submit applications to reserve a meeting room for use at all library locations. Room size, capacity, and audio-visual equipment and resources for rooms varies by room and library location. Reservations may be made up to 60 days in advance.
Review the meeting room policy for eligibility and room use guidelines here.
Virtual Meeting Rooms
The Aurora Public Library maintains virtual meeting room space through Zoom for public use when not needed for library meetings or events. Review the meeting room policy for eligibility and room use guidelines here.
Technology
Wifi Access
Connect your device to a secure network.
Network name: Aurora Public Library.org
Password: yourlibrary
Access 24/7 Wi-Fi from our parking lots!
Network: APLDExterior
Password: yourlibrary
Public Computers
Need to use a computer? Computer sessions are unlimited in length at all locations. Non-resident cardholders can obtain guest passes at the Digital Services Desk. Visit our Public Computer & Services page for more information.
Wireless Printing
We offer black & white and color printing from our public computers and through our wireless printing service.
- Black-and-white printouts: $0.10 per page
- Color printing: $0.50 per page
- Wireless Printing
Send print jobs from your smartphone, laptop, or tablet in the library or remotely using your Wi-Fi connected home computer or mobile device to one of our library printers. Print jobs will remain in the queues for a maximum of 2 hours. All unclaimed print jobs will be deleted after that time. Learn more about wireless printing here.
Scanning & Faxing
Scan documents and photos to email, USB, a smartphone, or cloud storage (Google Drive, Microsoft OneDrive, Dropbox.) Scanning and faxing services are available at no cost.
Chromebooks & Hotspots
You can check out a chromebook to use in the library for two hour increments or outside the library for one week. Hotspots are also available at the library for 24/7 internet access from anywhere! Hotspots may be checked out with a valid Aurora Public Library card for 1 week and are not eligible for renewal.
Learn more about lending guidelines here.
Makerspace
Create a prototype, design eye-catching promotional materials, print posters, banners, and vinyl decal stickers, or just express your creativity! Learn all the different ways we can help your small business in the Aurora Public Library District Makerspace!
Learn more about our Makerspace services and equipment here.
Online Business Research Tools
AtoZ Databases
The Job Search Feature of AtoZ Databases offers job searching in coordination with Indeed.com. Email positions directly to yourself. The feature also provides access to career resources such as resume templates, skills assessments, interviewing skills trainings and more. Remote access available with your Aurora Public Library District library card and 4-digit PIN.
Gale Legal Forms
Provides a wide selection of Illinois legal forms including real estate contracts, wills, pre-marital agreements, bankruptcy, divorce, landlord tenant, and many more. Remote access available with your Aurora Public Library District library card and 4-digit PIN.
Grant Watch
Find grants for small businesses, for-profit organizations, corporations and LLc, grants for small business startup and growth including government, state, local federal, and foundation grant funding.
LinkedInLearning Library
The Library's LinkedIn Learning Library (LLL) membership offers customers unlimited access to a library of over 100,000 high-quality, current, and engaging video tutorials as part of over 2,000 courses taught by recognized industry experts. Remote access available with your Aurora Public Library District library card and 4-digit PIN.
Morningstar Investment Research Center
Offers real-time data and investment analysis on stocks, mutual funds, and exchange-traded funds (ETFs), company profiles and analyst reports, investor newsletters, and portfolio and investment planning tools. Remote access available with your Aurora Public Library District library card and 4-digit PIN.
Public Records
Access Chicagoland's public records. Find information about local new home sales, new business licenses, incorporations, real estate transactions, and foreclosures. Sort by name, city, zip code, and more. Search the Check Illinois database to perform background checks. Remote access available with your Aurora Public Library District library card and 4-digit PIN.
Online Job Seeker Tools
AtoZ Databases
The Job Search Feature of AtoZ Databases offers job searching in coordination with Indeed.com. Email positions directly to yourself. The feature also provides access to career resources such as resume templates, skills assessments, interviewing skills trainings and more. Remote access available with your Aurora Public Library District library card and 4-digit PIN.
Brainfuse JobNow
Provides live interactive online help combined with online resources to guide you through the necessary tasks to getting a job. Get resume assistance, live interview preparation, live coaching, and more. Remote access available with your Aurora Public Library District library card and 4-digit PIN.
LearningExpress Library
LearningExpress Library has courses, tutorials, and information about different career pathways. This is also a great place to study for job placement exams including nursing, real estate, and cosmotology, college entrance exams, and high school equivalency tests! Remote access available with your Aurora Public Library District library card and 4-digit PIN.
LinkedInLearning Library
The Library's LinkedIn Learning Library (LLL) membership offers customers unlimited access to a library of over 100,000 high-quality, current, and engaging video tutorials as part of over 2,000 courses taught by recognized industry experts. Remote access available with your Aurora Public Library District library card and 4-digit PIN.
Connect with Local Business Organizations and Services
- Aurora, Illinois - Business Registration
- Aurora Regional Economic Alliance (AREA)
- Aurora Regional Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
- Business Development Center at College of Dupage
- City of Aurora Business Equity Initiative
- City of Aurora Financial Empowerment Center
- Fox Valley SCORE
- Illinois workNet
- workNet Batavia (Kane, Kendall, and DeKalb Counties)
- workNet DuPage
- Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Waubonsee Community College
- Women's Business Development Center (WBDC) - Aurora