Skip to main content
Font size options
Increase or decrease the font size for this website by clicking on the 'A's.
Contrast options
Choose a color combination to give the most comfortable contrast.

Registration now closed

Volunteens

Cardboard Challenge Helper in Sally Lee Rooms (9:30-11:30am)
2024-10-11 09:30:00 2024-10-11 11:30:00 America/Chicago Volunteens Help make our cardboard challenge a success! Welcome families, pass out supplies, assist with set-up and take-down, and help kids build! For Volunteens in grades 6-8. Main Library -

Friday, October 11
9:30am - 11:30am

Add to Calendar 2024-10-11 09:30:00 2024-10-11 11:30:00 America/Chicago Volunteens Help make our cardboard challenge a success! Welcome families, pass out supplies, assist with set-up and take-down, and help kids build! For Volunteens in grades 6-8. Main Library -

Help make our cardboard challenge a success! Welcome families, pass out supplies, assist with set-up and take-down, and help kids build! For Volunteens in grades 6-8.

If you need to cancel your registration for Volunteens, please call the Youth Center Desk at (847) 429-4685 or email KidSpace Library Associate Aron Ryan at aryan@gailborden.info

For questions about the Volunteen program, please contact KidSpace Library Associate Aron Ryan at aryan@gailborden.info

AGE GROUP: | Middle School |

EVENT TYPE: | Activity |

TAGS: | |

Main Library
Phone: 847-742-2411
Hours
Skip Open Hours widget

Today's hours

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

Mon, May 11 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, May 12 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, May 13 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, May 14 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, May 15 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 16 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, May 17 12:00PM to 5:00PM
previous
this week
next

Upcoming Events

Skip My new widget widget
Congressional Mobile Office Hours
Wed, May 13, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Main Library - Rotunda
Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi’s staff will be available to discuss and assist with federal issues you and your family are facing.
Pinochle Club
Wed, May 13, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Hoffer Meeting Room
Come join us for Pinochle play. Emphasis will be on three person single deck three card widow version however other versions may also be played.
Finals Feeding Frenzy (Grades 6-12)
Wed, May 13, 3:00pm - 9:00pm
Main Library - Studio 270*
Come to our teen center to get your study on! Refreshments will be provided.
Tech Mobile Stop: Greater Family Health
Wed, May 13, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Mobile Services
373 Summit St, Elgin, IL 60120
Bookmobile Stop: Willow Lake Estates
Wed, May 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Mobile Services
161 W River Rd. Elgin
Passport to East Asia - Grades K-5
Wed, May 13, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Main Library - Sally Lee Fox & Eagle Rooms
We're celebrating AAPI Heritage Month by learning about East Asia with treats, activities, and more! Registration required.
Registration is now closed
Teen Volunteers - Knitting for a Cause
Wed, May 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Studio 270
Teen volunteers will use looms to knit hats and scarves for those in need. Training will be provided from 4:00–4:30 PM. For teens in grades 6-12 who have completed a Teen Volunteer Orientation.
Registration is now closed
Bookmobile Stop: Rivers Edge
Wed, May 13, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Mobile Services
Clifford Ave. Elgin
Mente Sana y Cuerpo Sano - Salud, nutrición y prevención
Wed, May 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Ven y descubre cómo tener una mejor calidad de vida. Este programa contará con un panel de especialistas que nos compartirán sus consejos. presentado en español.
Go Bilingual en la Biblioteca - Go Bilingual at the Library
Wed, May 13, 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.
Bookmobile Stop: Wing Park
Wed, May 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Mobile Services
Wing St. Elgin - Front Lot
Device Maintenance & Password Management - A Double Feature
Wed, May 13, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Learn tips and tricks for keeping your devices up to date and running smoothly. Learn how password managers can help you keep track of your passwords safely and easily.
Registration is now closed
Walking Book Club - The Filling Station by Vanessa Miller
Wed, May 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library
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.
Device Advice
Thu, May 14, 9:30am - 11:30am
Main Library - 2nd Floor - Behind Elevators
Get help with common tech issues like Microsoft Office, using a tablet, hotspots, syncing email with your phone, downloading content, and more. Drop in for personalized assistance at your library.
Play Together Workshop - Ages 1 - 3 years with a caregiver
Thu, May 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Sally Lee Fox & Eagle Rooms
Play is the work of childhood! Visit the library to play and learn together with your child and connect with other families and local child development experts. Register for any or all sessions.
This event is full
Ancient Wisdom & Modern Technologies for Peak Brain Power - with Dr. Patrick K. Porter and Ruchika Sikri
Thu, May 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Ruchika Sikri and Dr. Patrick Porter chat about their book, Brain Fitness Blueprint, in which they present a 30-day action plan to supercharge your brain and achieve peak performance. Please register.
Register
Elgin Men's Shed
Thu, May 14, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Grove Room
A Men's Shed is a place geared toward older men to gather, make new friendships while working on projects, learning new skills and hobbies, and giving back to the community. All are welcome.
Tech Mobile Stop: Coleman Elementary School
Thu, May 14, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Mobile Services
Please find us on the corner of Sherwood Ave and Oakhill Rd. Elgin IL 60120.
Finals Feeding Frenzy (Grades 6-12)
Thu, May 14, 3:00pm - 9:00pm
Main Library - Studio 270*
Come to our teen center to get your study on! Refreshments will be provided.
Cancelled
Mortgage Modifications - Empower U workshop
Thu, May 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
South Elgin Branch
Find out when and how to change your mortgage if life circumstances change.
Books, Blankets and Bedtime with U-46 - Best for Ages 3-8. Ideal para edades de 3 a 8 años.
Thu, May 14, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Main Library - Story Room
Join U-46 for stories, songs, and giveaways! Best for ages 3-8. Pajamas encouraged! Únete a U-46 para cuentos, canciones y regalos! Ideal para edades de 3 a 8 años. ¡Se recomienda venir en pijama!
Yes, Virginia, Sears DID sell barns! - Hybrid
Thu, May 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Elgin Room
While mail-order houses are well known, fewer realize major companies sold barns and farm buildings from 1909–1936. This program explores catalog images and surviving examples from Sears and others.
See all events