Looking for new friends? ACPL offers adults a place to connect with Speed Friending...
This fall, the Allen County Public Library is creating a space where adults can take some of the awkwardness out of making new connections with two “Speed Friending” events.
ACPL: Library celebrates 60 years of “Star Trek” with a movie marathon – 9/8/2026
On September 8, 2026, the Allen County Public Library will celebrate six decades of Star Trek with a Star Trek 60th Anniversary Marathon at the Main Library Theater.
International Jugglers’ Association will host its 79th Annual Festival in Fort Wayne Indiana
The International Jugglers' Association will host its 79th Annual Festival in Fort Wayne, Indiana, July 27–August 2, 2026.
Free International Jugglers’ Association performance – 7/28/2026
The Allen County Public Library invites the community to a free, family-friendly performance presented by the International Jugglers' Association Festival and produced by the Youth Juggling Academy.
Final Rock the Plaza Concert returns this weekend – 7/18/2026
The Allen County Public Library invites the community to the final Rock the Plaza concert this weekend, with one last evening of music, memories, and celebration on Saturday, July 18, 2026.
ACPL seeks community input for future Aboite and Dupont Branches
The Allen County Public Library is continuing work on its Facilities Master Plan with a new round of community-focused Listening Sessions.
Juneteenth lecture explores Frederick Douglass’s evolving view of Abraham Lincoln
The Allen County Public Library and Friends of the Lincoln Collection will present the annual Rolland Lecture at noon on June 19, 2026, which will explore Frederick Douglass's evolving view of President Abraham Lincoln.
Library celebrates America 250 with community programming and history exhibits
The Allen County Public Library is proud to join the nationwide celebration of America’s 250th anniversary with a series of engaging programs, films, and exhibits designed to reflect on the nation’s history, culture, and democratic ideals.
Dinosaurs take over ACPL’s Main Library with “Fossils Exposed”
The Allen County Public Library invites the community to dig into discovery this summer with “Dinosaurs: Fossils Exposed,” an interactive dinosaur exhibit on display at the Main Library.
ACPL seeks community input for future Georgetown, New Haven, and Shawnee Branches
The Allen County Public Library is taking the next step in its Facilities Master Plan, with a focused effort to engage the community through a series of drop-in Listening Sessions.



