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Tu Voto, Tu Voz- Cómo votar y la importancia del voto

Serie de talleres comunitarios- en español

Ven y participa en la serie de talleres comunitarios sobre cómo votar y la importancia del voto.

Los talleres comunitarios serán ofrecidos en tres diferentes fechas. Escoge la fecha más conveniente para ti.

Presentaciones especiales por:

29 de junio- Presidenta de la Cámara de Comercio Hispano – Ivette Cano 
20 de julio-
Representante del Estado - Anna Moeller
17 de agosto-
Alcalde de Elgin - Dave Kaptain


Actividades incluidas en el taller: 

  • Demostraciones interactivas de votación 

        En este taller tendremos facilitadores haciendo demostraciones prácticas sobre cómo usar las máquinas de votación y otros métodos. 

  • Sesiones educativas 
    Expertos en derecho electoral y participación cívica, ofrecerán sesiones informativas sobre el proceso de votación, incluyendo cómo registrarse para votar, la importancia de las elecciones locales y la comprensión de la boleta. 

  • Panel de discusión con líderes locales 
    Contaremos con un panel de discusión con líderes locales: funcionarios del gobierno local, líderes comunitarios donde se discutirá el impacto de la votación en el desarrollo de la comunidad y se abordarán las barreras comunes para votar dentro de la comunidad hispana. 

YOUR VOTE, YOUR VOICE- How to Vote and The Importance of Voting- Community Workshop Series- In Spanish

Come and participate in the Community Workshops Series on how to Vote and the importance of Voting.

Community workshop is being offered on three different dates. Choose the date that is most convenient to you.

Special presentations by:
June 15- President of the Northwest Hispanic Chamber of Commerce- Ivette Cano  
July 20- State Rep. Anna Moeller  
August 17- Mayor of Elgin - Dave Kaptain  

Activities included in the workshop:

Interactive Voting Demonstrations:

In this workshop we will have facilitators who will provide hands-on demonstrations on how to use voting machines and other methods.

Educational Sessions:

Experts in electoral law and civic engagement will deliver informative sessions on the voting process, including how to register to vote, the significance of local elections, and understanding the ballot. 

- Panel Discussion with Local Leaders:

We will have panel discussion with local leaders: local government officials, community leaders, who will discuss the impact of voting on community development and address common barriers to voting within the Hispanic community.

 

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | En Espanol |

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Tue, Nov 18 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Nov 19 9:00AM to 9:00PM
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Tue, Nov 18, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Main Library - Lobby - Concierge
Neighboring food pantries need help--drop off non-perishable food and personal care items at the Main Library from Mon. 11/17--Fri. 11/21.

Tue, Nov 18, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Main Library
Dinosaur Explorer journeys through the wildest, wackiest, and most wonderous dinosaurs and examines human physiology through the lens of these magnificent creatures.  Produced by Imagine.

Tue, Nov 18, 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 with a parent or caregiver.
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Tue, Nov 18, 9:30am - 11:30am
Main Library - Rotunda
Get assistance and learn about resources which the Cook County Commissioner's office has to offer.

Tue, Nov 18, 10:00am - 10:30am
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Large Exhibit Area
Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs in this interactive Storytime.
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Tue, Nov 18, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Families are invited to share stories, rhymes and musical activities together in this interactive storytime. For ages 1-3 with an adult caregiver. Drop-in program! No registration required.

Tue, Nov 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Get yourself primed for the holiday season & join us for an online conversation you won't want to miss! With a Pulitzer-Prize Winning Journalist & New York Times Bestselling Author. Please register.
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Tue, Nov 18, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Main Library - Grove Room
Join Elgin's Rabbi Margaret Frisch Klein in a discussion of Daniel Taub's thoughtful and thought-provoking Beyond Dispute : Rediscovering The Jewish Art Of Constructive Disagreement. Please register.

Tue, Nov 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Drop in for a consultation with a Career Coach from workNet Batavia! No registration required.

Tue, Nov 18, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Mobile Services
104 S. State St, Main Entrance 2:00 - 2:45pm

Tue, Nov 18, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Mobile Services
Botsford Place or near the Neighborhood Garden 3:00 - 3:45pm

Tue, Nov 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Mobile Services - Sprinter
Well Child Center - 620 Wing St, Elgin, IL 60123

Tue, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Mobile Services
Clubhouse off Amanda Circle 4:00 - 4:45pm

Tue, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Main Library
This session is a teen volunteer orientation only. We'll go over the program as well as volunteer expectations. Please meet in Community Room A.
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Tue, Nov 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Main Library
Make a difference by completing a hands-on volunteer project that benefits the library or the local community. Teen volunteers must complete the teen volunteer orientation before participating.
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Tue, Nov 18, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
This training will help genealogists learn how to locate German records for their family. This will cover basic websites and end with unique websites for specific areas in Germany.
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Tue, Nov 18, 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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Tue, Nov 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Join us for a social book group for readers in their 20’s or 30’s to discuss a variety of genres.

Wed, Nov 19, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Main Library
Dinosaur Explorer journeys through the wildest, wackiest, and most wonderous dinosaurs and examines human physiology through the lens of these magnificent creatures.  Produced by Imagine.

Wed, Nov 19, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Main Library - Lobby - Concierge
Neighboring food pantries need help--drop off non-perishable food and personal care items at the Main Library from Mon. 11/17--Fri. 11/21.

Wed, Nov 19, 9:15am - 9:35am
Main Library - Story Room - North
This engaging storytime will include short stories, fingerplays, rhymes, and music movement activities with a parent or caregiver.
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Wed, Nov 19, 9:30am - 10:00am
South Elgin Branch
Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs in this interactive Storytime.
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Wed, Nov 19, 10:00am - 10:20am
Main Library - Story Room - North
This engaging storytime will include short stories, fingerplays, rhymes, and music movement activities with a parent or caregiver.
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Wed, Nov 19, 10:15am - 10:45am
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Shales Children's Activity Room
Preschoolers will enjoy stories, songs, and activities.

Wed, Nov 19, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Mobile Services - Sprinter
899 Jay St, Elgin, IL 60120

Wed, Nov 19, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - 2nd Floor - Genealogy
Receive one-on-one genealogy assistance from Elgin Genealogical Society volunteers.

Wed, Nov 19, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Hoffer Meeting Room
Come join us for drop in pinochle play! Emphasis will be on 3 person single deck 3 card widow version however other versions may also be played. Registration optional and drop-ins are welcome.

Wed, Nov 19, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Mobile Services
Mulberry Grove Park 3:00 - 3:45pm

Wed, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Mobile Services
Westridge Blvd & Cedarfield Dr

Wed, Nov 19, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Mobile Services
Between Rushmore Dr & Dallas Dr

Wed, Nov 19, 5:15pm - 6:00pm
Mobile Services
Blue Heron Way, near park 5:15 - 6:00pm

Wed, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Elgin Room
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.

Wed, Nov 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Get help choosing a computer that fits your needs at the right price and learn how a VPN can increase your privacy while surfing the web.

Wed, Nov 19, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Adult Programs - Zoom,Grove Room
Herzlich willkommen! Practice or improve your conversation skills with other German speakers. Barbara Laane will be facilitating the conversation with different relevant themes.

Wed, Nov 19, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Conference Room
The Walking Book Club meets weekly on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 pm to walk, followed by the book discussion at 7:45 pm at the Main Library.