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K to 2- I'll Read to YOU!

Rakow Branch
2022-09-29 16:30:00 2022-09-29 17:00:00 America/Chicago K to 2- I'll Read to YOU! NEW! Drop in every Thursday for our story time Kindergarten through 2nd grade! Come and enjoy fun stories and surprises! Rakow Branch - Rakow - Children's Area

Thursday, September 29
4:30pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2022-09-29 16:30:00 2022-09-29 17:00:00 America/Chicago K to 2- I'll Read to YOU! NEW! Drop in every Thursday for our story time Kindergarten through 2nd grade! Come and enjoy fun stories and surprises! Rakow Branch - Rakow - Children's Area

Rakow Branch

Rakow - Children's Area

NEW! Drop in every Thursday for our story time Kindergarten through 2nd grade! Come and enjoy fun stories and surprises!

 

 

If you'd like to see a list of books we may use, please click here.

AGE GROUP: | Elementary School |

EVENT TYPE: | Storytimes |

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Rakow Branch
Phone: 847-531-7271
Hours

Today's hours

We're open 9:00AM to 8:00PM

Mon, Nov 28 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Nov 29 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Nov 30 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Dec 01 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Dec 02 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Dec 03 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Dec 04 12:00PM to 5:00PM
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Upcoming Events

4EVER4 Photo Display - Celebrating the 60th Anniversary of the Beatles
Thu, Dec 01, 9:00am - 8:00pm
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Corridor West
Come see nearly 100 photographs of the Beatles in concert, their antics off stage, record albums, their movies, concert posters, ticket stubs, contracts, touring schedules, & other historical photos.
Wonderful Ones - For ages 12-23 months
Thu, Dec 01, 9:15am - 9:45am
Main Library - Story Room - South
This fun storytime will include short stories, fingerplays, rhymes, and music movement activities with a parent or caregiver. For ages 12-23 months.
Registration is now closed
Device Advice
Thu, Dec 01, 9:30am - 11:30am
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Computer Cafe
Need help figuring out how to use your tablet, smartphone, or other device? Bring your questions and your device to the library for some 1:1 help.
Registration is now closed
EPEL Playgroup - Sprinter Stop
Thu, Dec 01, 9:30am - 10:30am
In The Community
60 minute Sprinter stop at Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church during EPELS Playgroup.
Preschool Storytime - For ages 3-6
Thu, Dec 01, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Story Room - North
Calling all preschoolers! This storytime features stories, songs, and rhymes for ages 3-6.
Registration is now closed
Bounce & Rhyme Storytime - Ages 1-3 years old
Thu, Dec 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
South Elgin Branch
Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs in this interactive Storytime. Ages 1-3 years old with adult caregiver.
Registration is now closed
Budding Bookworms Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5 years old
Thu, Dec 01, 11:15am - 11:45am
South Elgin Branch
Preschoolers will enjoy stories, songs, and activities. Ages 3-5 years old
Registration is now closed
TechKnow Mobile Stop: JetXpress Laundry
Thu, Dec 01, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
In The Community - Sprinter
TechKnow Mobile stop: JetXpress Laundry - 425 Dundee Ave., Elgin 60120
Canceled
K-2 I'll Read to You!
Thu, Dec 01, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Rakow Branch
Drop in story time for our Kindergarten through 2nd grade! Come enjoy fun stories and surprises! Description
Book Party: Leave It To Plum! (Grades K-5- VIRTUAL) - Pick Up Kit at Main Library between Nov 21-Nov 27
Thu, Dec 01, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Virtual - Kidspace - Zoom
We're having a book party & you're invited! Meet Plum, a sassy peacock at the Athensville Zoo, who is also a detective. Join us to read parts of the book & make a peacock fan. Registration required.
Registration is now closed
Introducción a Canva - Introduction to Canva
Thu, Dec 01, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Aprende a crear y editar diseños llamativos, y usa las plantillas integradas para crear tu próximo volante, tarjeta o gráficos.
Día Mundial de la Lucha Contra el SIDA- World AIDS Day - " End Inequalities, End AIDS, End Pandemics"
Thu, Dec 01, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Learn about the history and advances in the fight against HIV through a presentation and exhibit. Listen to someone's story that lives with HIV. In English and Spanish.
Family Storytime
Thu, Dec 01, 6:15pm - 6:45pm
Main Library - Sally Lee Fox & Eagle Rooms
With stories, songs, and movement activities suited for all ages, this storytime is perfect for the whole family. Drop-in program! No registration required.
Grupo de Conversación para la Ciudadanía en la Biblioteca - Citizenship Conversation Group at the Library
Thu, Dec 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Usando material de USCIS que incluye preguntas de educación cívica, el formulario de solicitud y otros requisitos para la entrevista de ciudadanía.
Registration is now closed
Terrific Twos - For age two
Thu, Dec 01, 6:30pm - 6:50pm
Main Library - Story Room - South
Especially for two year-olds, this storytime will include songs, stories, and fingerplays. Please register.
60 Years of the Beatles
Thu, Dec 01, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Living Room
Sixty years ago, Ringo Starr joined the Beatles and the group released their first recording, “Love Me Do.” John F. Lyons examines the impact of the Beatles on the Chicago metropolitan area.
Rescheduled
Word Advanced Features
Thu, Dec 01, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
New date Wednesday, December 07, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library
Grow your Microsoft Word Skills and learn how to apply advanced features in Microsoft Word. Sponsored by Comcast Internet Essentials.
Family Book Club: Snowflakes and Snowmen Everywhere! - Pick up kit from Main Library from Nov 25-Dec 2
Fri, Dec 02, All day
Main Library
Explore games, crafts, snacks and books all about snow and snowmen in this winter version of our family book club. This is a "kit only" program. Registration required.
Registration is now closed
4EVER4 Photo Display - Celebrating the 60th Anniversary of the Beatles
Fri, Dec 02, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Corridor West
Come see nearly 100 photographs of the Beatles in concert, their antics off stage, record albums, their movies, concert posters, ticket stubs, contracts, touring schedules, & other historical photos.
Baby Rhyme Time - For ages 0-11 months
Fri, Dec 02, 9:15am - 9:45am
Main Library - Story Room - South
Calling all babies! Join us for singing, clapping, and simple stories at this program. Best for little ones 0-11 months.
This event is full
Mother Goose Storytime
Fri, Dec 02, 10:30am - 11:15am
Main Library - Story Room - North
Join us for a fun-filled 30 minute storytime with stories, songs, and special Mother Goose rhymes! During the last 15 minutes, participants can make a craft. Best for ages 3-6 with adult caregiver.
Let's Play Friday! - Ages 3-6 years old
Fri, Dec 02, 11:00am - 11:45am
Rakow Branch
Drop in for sensory and creative play for your little. Ages 3-6 years
A Pirate's Compass - Navigating the High Seas!
Fri, Dec 02, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Sally Lee Fox & Eagle Rooms
Learn about a pirate's most important tool - the compass. Explore the history and mechanics of this device with special guest, Friends of the Fox President and former NIU professor, Gary Swick.
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