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Libraries and Local Oaks

Inspiring and Enriching Our Lives

Gail Borden Library has enriched lives for 150 years. For even more, local oak forests have done the same. Discover how local libraries & oak forests are essential to our thriving community.

Fifteen Things Local Libraries and Ancient Oak Forests Have in Common

In today’s program we will journey through fifteen ideas that highlight how local libraries and local oak forests share important traits essential to any town or city.

Learn about how libraries inspire us, change us and enlarge our view of ourselves and the world while serving as a keystone to the communities we are part of.

At the same time learn how oak trees and the ecosystems they support are also keystone species to these same communities, supplying us with a different type of inspiration, providing homes for local wildlife species and enriching our daily lives in ways we may not realize.

Gail Borden Library has been enriching lives for 150 years. For even more years, local oak forests have done the same. Discover 15 ideas that highlight how local libraries and oak forests are essential to our thriving community.  Ed Collins, Director of Land Preservation for the McHenry County Conservation District, will discuss how they provide roots, support and inspiration, expanding our view of ourselves and the world around us.

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AGE GROUP: | High School | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Nature & Science | Adult Programs |

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Glitz, Glam, Gorgeous 2 - Hollywood Costumes Exhibit
Fri, Sep 04, 9:00am - 6:00pm
Main Library
The Glitz, Glam, Gorgeous 2: Hollywood Costumes exhibit returns with more than 20 new, one-of-a-kind costumes worn by legendary stars including Marilyn Monroe, Ginger Rogers and more.
Nuestras Historias - Hispanic Heritage Project - Celebrating Hispanic Culture & Community Exhibit
Fri, Sep 04, 9:00am - 6:00pm
Main Library
A documentary, traveling exhibit, and community project preserving the stories and contributions of Elgin area’s Hispanic community.
Baby & Me Storytime - For ages 0-11 months
Fri, Sep 04, 9:45am - 10:15am
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Shales Children's Activity Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, and gentle stories with your baby while learning early literacy tips you can use at home. Best for little ones 0-11 months with a parent or caregiver.
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Piano Performance - Ling Low
Fri, Sep 04, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Main Library
Piano performance in the lobby by volunteer community members.
Tech Mobile Stop: Harriet Gifford Elementary School
Fri, Sep 04, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Mobile Services
240 S Clifton Ave, Elgin, IL 60123
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Book Bike - Elgin Farmers Market
Fri, Sep 04, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Mobile Services
The book bike will have a variety of materials to check out for all ages. You will also be able to register for a library card! Elgin Farmers Market: South Riverside Drive
Glitz, Glam, Gorgeous 2 - Hollywood Costumes Exhibit
Sat, Sep 05, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Main Library
The Glitz, Glam, Gorgeous 2: Hollywood Costumes exhibit returns with more than 20 new, one-of-a-kind costumes worn by legendary stars including Marilyn Monroe, Ginger Rogers and more.
Nuestras Historias - Hispanic Heritage Project - Celebrating Hispanic Culture & Community Exhibit
Sat, Sep 05, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Main Library
A documentary, traveling exhibit, and community project preserving the stories and contributions of Elgin area’s Hispanic community.
Teen Volunteer Orientation
Sat, Sep 05, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Main Library - Conference Room
This session is a teen volunteer orientation only. We'll go over the program as well as volunteer expectations.
Ratón y Teclado
Sat, Sep 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Estas clases son para principiantes, para aprender destrezas básicas. No hay costo ni hay que tener tarjeta de la biblioteca.
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Teen Volunteer Session - Cleaning the Classics
Sat, Sep 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Join us as we dust the shelves of the library, creating a clean and safe space for library patrons. Please meet us in the 2nd floor Conference Room.
Read to Rover: South Elgin Branch - South Elgin Branch
Sat, Sep 05, 1:00pm - 1:15pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Corridor
Practice your reading skills by cuddling up with a good book and reading aloud to a fully trained and certified therapy dog. Registration required. *NEW-For all ages!.
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Read to Rover: South Elgin Branch - South Elgin Branch
Sat, Sep 05, 1:15pm - 1:30pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Corridor
Practice your reading skills by cuddling up with a good book and reading aloud to a fully trained and certified therapy dog. Registration required. NOW for all ages!.
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Read to Rover: South Elgin Branch - South Elgin Branch
Sat, Sep 05, 1:30pm - 1:45pm
New venue South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Corridor
Practice your reading skills by cuddling up with a good book and reading aloud to a fully trained and certified therapy dog. Registration required. NOW for all ages!.
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Read to Rover: South Elgin Branch - South Elgin Branch
Sat, Sep 05, 1:45pm - 2:00pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Corridor
Practice your reading skills by cuddling up with a good book and reading aloud to a fully trained and certified therapy dog. Registration required. NOW for all ages!.
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Read to Rover: South Elgin Branch - South Elgin Branch
Sat, Sep 05, 2:00pm - 2:15pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Corridor
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Read to Rover: South Elgin Branch - South Elgin Branch
Sat, Sep 05, 2:15pm - 2:30pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Corridor
Practice your reading skills by cuddling up with a good book and reading aloud to a fully trained and certified therapy dog. Registration required. NOW for all ages!.
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Read to Rover: South Elgin Branch - South Elgin Branch
Sat, Sep 05, 2:30pm - 2:45pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Corridor
Practice your reading skills by cuddling up with a good book and reading aloud to a fully trained and certified therapy dog. Registration required. NOW for all ages!.
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Read to Rover: South Elgin Branch - South Elgin Branch
Sat, Sep 05, 2:45pm - 3:00pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Corridor
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