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Sobre la migración infantil desde Centroamérica

En conversación con Javier Zamora (en español)
2024-11-09 13:00:00 2024-11-09 14:00:00 America/Chicago Sobre la migración infantil desde Centroamérica Autor Galardonado y más vendido del <i>New York Times</i> del libro <i>Solito</i>. Por favor regístrese. Virtual -

Saturday, November 09
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-11-09 13:00:00 2024-11-09 14:00:00 America/Chicago Sobre la migración infantil desde Centroamérica Autor Galardonado y más vendido del <i>New York Times</i> del libro <i>Solito</i>. Por favor regístrese. Virtual -

Autor Galardonado y más vendido del New York Times del libro Solito. Por favor regístrese.

Sintoniza una conversación especial con el autor más vendido del New York Times Javier Zamora mientras conversa con nosotros sobre su fascinante historia de supervivencia y perseverancia, tal como se cuenta en sus memorias premiadas Solito.

La aventura de Javier es una travesía de tres mil millas desde su pequeño pueblo en El Salvador, a través de Guatemala y México, hacia la frontera de Estados Unidos. Dejará atrás a sus queridos abuelos y su tía para reunirse con una madre que se fue cuatro años atrás y con un padre al que prácticamente no recuerda. Al viajar solo, a excepción de un grupo de extraños y un coyote contratado para guiarlos a salvo, Javier debía tardar solo dos semanas en llegar. 

A los nueve años, todo lo que Javier puede imaginar es correr a los brazos de sus padres, acurrucarse en la cama entre ellos y vivir bajo el mismo techo otra vez. No puede prever los peligrosos trayectos en bote, las interminables caminatas por el desierto, las armas apuntándole, los arrestos y los engaños que le esperan. Tampoco sabe que esas dos semanas se alargarán hasta dos meses y le cambiarán la vida, junto a un grupo de extraños que acabará por cobijarlo como una familia improvisada.

Solito no solo nos ofrece un recuento íntimo e inmediato de un viaje sinuoso y casi imposible, sino la milagrosa bondad y el amor que se entrega en los momentos más inesperados. Solito es la historia de Javier, pero es también la historia de millones más que no tuvieron otra opción más que irse de casa.

¡Regístrese hoy para obtener más información sobre esta apasionante y conmovedora historia! 


Sobre el autor: Javier Zamora nació en El Salvador en 1990. Su padre huyó del país cuando él tenía un año y su madre cuando él estaba por cumplir cinco. Las migraciones de ambos padres fueron causadas por la Guerra Civil Salvadoreña financiada por Estados Unidos. Cuando tenía nueve años, Javier emigró por Guatemala, México y el desierto de Sonora. Su primera colección de poesía, Unaccompanied, explora el impacto de la guerra y la inmigración en su familia. Zamora ha sido Stegner Fellow en Stanford y Radcliffe Fellow en Harvard y posee becas del National Endowment for the Arts y la Fundación de Poesía.


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Presentaciones virtuales de autores en vivo: Esta nueva serie a través del Library Speakers Consortium ofrece presentaciones en vivo en línea de autores de libros más vendidos en una variedad de géneros. Los participantes reciben un enlace al programa cuando se registran. Consulte https://libraryc.org/gailborden para registrarse y también ver videos grabados de oradores anteriores.

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Bounce & Rhyme Storytime - Ages 1-3 years old
Tue, Jul 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Large Exhibit Area
Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs in this interactive Storytime. Ages 1-3 years old with adult caregiver.
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Tiny Tales
Tue, Jul 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Enjoy an interactive storytime with your child that includes books, songs, music, and movement. For ages birth - age 2 with an adult caregiver. Drop-in program! No registration required.
Patio Playtime
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Main Library
Designed for toddlers and preschoolers, this open-ended playtime encourages imagination and fun on our KidSpace outdoor patio. Drop in and play—weather permitting!
Windows 11 Basics
Tue, Jul 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Learn how to navigate the new Windows 11 interface, locate and manage your files, and customize your preferences in this class.
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Book Bike: Adventures in the Zoo
Tue, Jul 08, 11:00am - 12:30pm
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Location: Lords Park Zoo
Dibuja tu mundo con Raúl the Third (En Espanol) - (Preescolar a 2.º grado)
Tue, Jul 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Acompaña al autor e ilustrador Raúl the Third mientras nos habla de su libro ¡Vamos! ¡A leer! Favor de registrarse.
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Coding Club: Operation Ozobots Series - For Grades 3 - 4
Tue, Jul 08, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Love coding robots? Come meet the Ozobot, a fun smart robot that uses visual and block coding to learn programming. You will take the Ozobot on fantastic programming adventures. For grades 3 - 4
This event is full
TechKnow Mobile Stop: Hanover Landing
Tue, Jul 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Mobile Services - Sprinter
711 E Chicago Street, Elgin IL 60120
Bookmobile Stop: Lin Lor Lane
Tue, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
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Bookmobile stop: Lin Lor Lane – corner of Lin Lor Ln. & Airlite St. - Elgin 60123 – 2:00-2:45
K-Pop Afternoon (Grades 7-12)
Tue, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Studio 270
Are you a fan of BTS, Blackpink, Stray Kids, or other K-pop groups? Come enjoy your favorite K-pop songs while you make buttons, shrink-plastic charms, and other crafts.
Bookmobile Stop: New Covenant Fellowship
Tue, Jul 08, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: New Covenant Fellowship – Parkway Avenue – Elgin 60120 – 3:15-4:00
Drawing Your World with Raúl The Third - K-12 Summer Series Author (PK-2nd Grade)
Tue, Jul 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Virtual
Join author and illustrator Raúl The Third as he discusses his book ¡Vamos! Let’s Go Read!. Please register.
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Coding Club: Advanced Operation Ozobots Series - For Grades 5 - 6
Tue, Jul 08, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Love coding robots? Join us as we explore coding algorithms using block language and Ozobots. For grades 5-6
Bookmobile Stop: Deer Pointe Drive
Tue, Jul 08, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Deer Pointe Drive, South Elgin 60177 – 4:15-5:00
Elgin Area Memory Cafe'
Tue, Jul 08, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
In The Community
Those with dementia and their care partners are invited for a social event and resources at South Elgin Public Works Building, 1000 Bowes Rd. RSVP 847-289-5848.
Summer Discover: Watercolor Butterfly- Grades: 2nd - 6th - South Elgin Branch
Tue, Jul 08, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Shales Children's Activity Room
This is a great painting and drawing activity for kids to see how different colors blend and try out various watercolor techniques!
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Mindful Movements
Tue, Jul 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
South Elgin Branch
Join us for a one-hour mindful movement class where you’re encouraged to explore your body’s natural rhythm and flow. Registration Required.
Library Board Meeting
Tue, Jul 08, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Elgin Room
Monthly meeting of the Library Board which is generally held on the second Tuesday of the month.
Grupo de Conversación en Inglés en línea o en la Biblioteca - English Conversation Group -Hybrid-Main Library an Zoom
Tue, Jul 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Room C
Participantes de nivel intermedio, practican conversaciones en inglés, adquieren confianza y mejoran su pronunciación. El grupo es liderado por un tutor de Literacy Connection. Favor registrarse
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Bounce & Rhyme Storytime - Ages 1-3 years old
Wed, Jul 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Shales Children's Activity Room
Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs in this interactive Storytime. Ages 1-3 years old with adult caregiver.
Registration is now closed
Senator DeWitte's Staff Office Hours
Wed, Jul 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Corridor
Staff members of Senator DeWitte's office will come out to talk with constituents about their opinions on legislative matters, helping them with Illinois agencies, and more.
Tiny Tales
Wed, Jul 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Enjoy an interactive storytime with your child that includes books, songs, music, and movement. For ages birth - age 2 with an adult caregiver. Drop-in program! No registration required.
Budding Bookworms Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5 years old
Wed, Jul 09, 10:45am - 11:15am
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Shales Children's Activity Room
Preschoolers will enjoy stories, songs, and activities. Ages 3-5 years old
Book Explorers: Stink, Superhero Superfan - IN-PERSON for Grades K-3
Wed, Jul 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Sally Lee Fox & Eagle Rooms
The virtual program "Book Party" is now IN-PERSON as Book Explorers. Join Ms. Carrie to read a selection from the book Stink: Superhero Superfan & do some superhero activities.Registration required.
Sprinter: SLOTG Lords Park
Wed, Jul 09, 11:30am - 12:45pm
Mobile Services
Lords Park- 100 Oakwood Blvd, Elgin, IL 60120
Armchair Generals - Abraham Lincoln, Episode 2: "A President at War"
Wed, Jul 09, 11:45am - 1:15pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Room B
Monthly Civil War-focused discussion group. Meets 2nd week of the month. No registration.
Coding Club: Operation Ozobots Series - For Grades 3 - 4
Wed, Jul 09, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Love coding robots? Come meet the Ozobot, a fun smart robot that uses visual and block coding to learn programming. You will take the Ozobot on fantastic programming adventures. For grades 3 - 4
This event is full
Bath Bombs & Spa Crafternoon (Grades 7-12)
Wed, Jul 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Studio 270
Let's make our own bath bombs for the perfect spa day! Registration encouraged, but not required. Drop-ins are welcome. Grades 7-12.
Bookmobile Stop: Willow Lake Estates
Wed, Jul 09, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Willow Lakes Estates – club house – 161 W. River Road – Elgin 60123 – 2:00-2:45
Bookmobile Stop: Highbury Drive
Wed, Jul 09, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Highbury Dr., east of Waverly – Elgin 60120 – 3:00-3:45
Coding Club: Advanced Operation Ozobots Series - For Grades 5 - 6
Wed, Jul 09, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Love coding robots? Join us as we explore coding algorithms using block language and Ozobots. For grades 5-6
Bookmobile Stop: Woodview Circle
Wed, Jul 09, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Woodview Circle – corner of Woodview Cr. & Chicago St., Elgin 60120 – 4:00-4:45
Bookmobile Stop: Crestwood Apartments of Elgin
Wed, Jul 09, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Crestwood Apts. of Elgin – info office – 45 Poplar Creek Dr. – Elgin 60120 – 5:00-5:45
Cómo funciona el dinero - How Money Works
Wed, Jul 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
¿Alguna vez te has preguntado cómo funciona realmente el dinero? Este seminario te ofrece una visión clara y práctica de los conceptos fundamentales del dinero. ¡Habrá refrigerios y más!
Go Bilingual de verano en la Biblioteca - Go Bilingual Summer at the Library
Wed, Jul 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library
Aprende en la biblioteca. Participa con otras personas que hablan español o inglés como primer idioma. Learn at the Library with native English and Spanish speakers.
Pizza and Music (Grades 7-12)
Wed, Jul 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Studio 270
Come talk about what you are currently listening to. Pizza will be provided. Grades 7-12. Registration required.
Family STEAM Night - Volcanoes
Wed, Jul 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Sally Lee Fox & Eagle Rooms
Drop in for some family STEAM fun with stories, activities and a craft!
MS Excel Series
Wed, Jul 09, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
In this series, learn how to use Microsoft Excel to manipulate, format, and organize numbers and other types of data. Sponsored by Comcast Internet Essentials.
Registration is now closed
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