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100 Years of Black History

By Storyteller Linda Gorham

2023-02-02 18:30:00 2023-02-02 20:00:00 America/Chicago 100 Years of Black History This program explores the contributions of more than 30 African American men and women over the past 100 years. In The Community - Community Engagement - Zoom

Thursday, February 02
6:30pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-02-02 18:30:00 2023-02-02 20:00:00 America/Chicago 100 Years of Black History This program explores the contributions of more than 30 African American men and women over the past 100 years. In The Community - Community Engagement - Zoom

In The Community

Community Engagement - Zoom

This program explores the contributions of more than 30 African American men and women over the past 100 years.

Join us as we kick off Black History Month with captivating storyteller Linda Gorham. Linda will share the stories of more than 30 African American women and men, including entrepreneurs like Oprah Winfrey, Civil Rights Activists Rosa Parks and Ida B. Wells, entertainers such as Nat King Cole, as well as Jackie Robinson, Ernie Banks and other incredible athletes. As Linda believes, "We are the lions. We must tell our stories!"

AGE GROUP: | Middle School | High School | Family | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Virtual | History | Community |

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In The Community


Hours

Today's hours

We're open 9:00AM to 5:30PM

Mon, Jun 30 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Tue, Jul 01 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Wed, Jul 02 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Thu, Jul 03 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Fri, Jul 04 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Jul 05 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sun, Jul 06 9:00AM to 5:30PM

About the Branch

Library staff visits to schools, parks, nursing homes, etc.

Upcoming Events

Mon, Jun 30, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Mobile Services - Sprinter
Cornerstone Park- 1540 Mulberry Lane, Elgin, IL 60123

Mon, Jun 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Studio 270
Sew your own DIY bags, pillows, and more! We will be sewing a different item each Monday in June. Registration Required.
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Mon, Jun 30, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
In The Community
Bookmobile stop: 1300 N McLean Blvd – at Sheffield Dr. – Elgin 60123 – 3:00-3:45

Mon, Jun 30, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Hunter’s Ridge Apts. – southeast parking lot – 1068 Todd Farm Rd. - Elgin 60123 – 4:00-4:45

Mon, Jun 30, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Mark Ave./Greater Grace Church – 991 Deborah Ave. – Elgin 60123 – 5:00-5:45

Tue, Jul 01, 8:30am - 10:00am
Mobile Services - Sprinter
TechKnow Mobile Stop: Food For Greater Elgin – 1553 Commerce Dr.- Elgin 60123

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Tue, Jul 01, 9:30am - 11:00am
Main Library
Semi-monthly meeting of the Elgin Genealogical Society. No registration required.

Tue, Jul 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
Main Library - Lobby - Piano
Piano performance in the lobby by volunteer community members.

Tue, Jul 01, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Main Library - 2nd Floor - Genealogy
Receive one-on-one genealogy assistance from Elgin Genealogical Society volunteers.

Tue, Jul 01, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Drop in for a consultation with a Career Coach from workNet Batavia!

Tue, Jul 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Studio 270
Let's make comics, play games, and cosplay as our favorite characters! Grades 7-12. Registration encouraged, but not required.

Tue, Jul 01, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Lobby,Rotunda
Enjoy Minecraft-themed crafts, activities, and books. Complete your summer reading challenge, redeem your prizes, and snap a photo with a Minecraft character by showing your reading progress!

Tue, Jul 01, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: State Street Towers – main entrance – 104 S. State St. – Elgin 60123 – 2:00-2:45

Tue, Jul 01, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Eastside Neighborhood Garden – Borsford Pl., near Channing & Division – Elgin 60120 – 3:00-3:45

Tue, Jul 01, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Buena Vista Apts. & Townhomes – Large playground in back off Amanda Cr. – Elgin 60123 - 4:00-4:45

Tue, Jul 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Grove Room
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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