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Wits Workout for Older Adults
2025-06-13 10:00:00 2025-06-13 11:00:00 America/Chicago Wits Workout for Older Adults Second Fridays, join us at Wits Workout which combines intellectually stimulating exercises, social interaction, and education about brain health in a friendly, engaging, and FUN way! Please register. Rakow Branch - Rakow - Shales Living Room

Friday, June 13
10:00am - 11:00am

Add to Calendar 2025-06-13 10:00:00 2025-06-13 11:00:00 America/Chicago Wits Workout for Older Adults Second Fridays, join us at Wits Workout which combines intellectually stimulating exercises, social interaction, and education about brain health in a friendly, engaging, and FUN way! Please register. Rakow Branch - Rakow - Shales Living Room

Rakow Branch

Rakow - Shales Living Room

Second Fridays, join us at Wits Workout which combines intellectually stimulating exercises, social interaction, and education about brain health in a friendly, engaging, and FUN way! Please register.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Older Adult Interest | Adult Programs |

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Rakow Branch
Phone: 847-531-7271
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We're open 9:00AM to 5:00PM

Mon, Jun 09 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jun 10 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jun 11 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jun 12 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jun 13 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jun 14 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jun 15 12:00PM to 5:00PM
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Wits Workout for Older Adults
Fri, Jun 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Shales Living Room
Second Fridays, join us at Wits Workout which combines intellectually stimulating exercises, social interaction, and education about brain health in a friendly, engaging, and FUN way! Please register.
Registration is now closed
Let's Play! - Ages 3-5 years old
Fri, Jun 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Lawn
Ages 3-5 Join us OUTSIDE for fun outdoor activities. Dress appropriately and come ready to play and have fun!
Drop In and DRAW with Ms. Carrie - Grades 2-6 (In person)
Fri, Jun 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Sally Lee Fox & Eagle Rooms
Do you love to draw? Ms. Carrie does. DROP IN for a drawing club where you can learn to draw a few items & then have time to color & share your creations. Each session will have a unique theme.
Book Bike: Elgin Farmers Market
Fri, Jun 13, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Mobile Services
Location: South Riverside Drive
Community Shredding Event - Free
Sat, Jun 14, 9:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Parking Lot
Safe, secure & contactless shredding event hosted by KCT Credit Union. Join us and meet your Representatives State Sen. Cristina Castro & State Rep. Anna Moeller. NO PLASTIC BAGS PLEASE.
Bookmobile Stop: Randall Ridge Park
Sat, Jun 14, 9:30am - 10:00am
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Randall Ridge Park – 2835 Winchester Dr, Elgin 60124 – 9:30-10:00
Bookmobile Stop: Meier Park
Sat, Jun 14, 10:15am - 10:45am
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Meier Park – 3770 Gansett Pkwy, Elgin IL 60124 – 10:15-10:45
Cancelled
French Conversation Group
Sat, Jun 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Main Library
Practice or improve your conversation skills with other French speakers. This discussion group will be in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere facilitated by Sue Aissaoui, who is a native speaker.
Butterfly Painting with John French
Sat, Jun 14, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Corridor
Join us and paint your own 8x10 canvas. Beginners and more advanced artists are welcome. The instructor will step you through a beautiful butterfly painting. Registration required.
This event is full
Bookmobile Stop: Heritage Park
Sat, Jun 14, 11:00am - 11:30am
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Heritage Park – 3140 Heritage Park Way, Elgin IL 60124 – 11:00-11:30
Bookmobile Stop: Boathouse Park
Sat, Jun 14, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Boathouse Park – Rocton Ave, Elgin 60124 – 12:00-12:30
Bookmobile Stop: Settlers Park
Sat, Jun 14, 12:45pm - 1:15pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Settlers Park - 3046 Sutton St, Elgin IL 60124 – 12:45-1:15
Feria Comunitaria de Recursos en la Biblioteca - Community Resource Fair at the Library
Sat, Jun 14, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Main Library - Outdoor Stage
Ven, infórmate y diviértete en la feria comunitaria de organizaciones comprometida con el bienestar de la comunidad, brindarán información acerca de sus programas, servicios, y recursos.
Butterfly Painting with John French
Sat, Jun 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Corridor
Join us and paint your own 8x10 canvas. Beginners and more advanced artists are welcome. The instructor will step you through a beautiful butterfly painting. Registration required.
This event is full
Manga and Anime Club (Grades 7-12)
Sat, Jun 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Studio 270
Drop by to make buttons and tiny merch featuring your favorite characters from Demon Slayer, My Hero Academia, Spy x Family, and more. Bonus: you'll get to watch anime and take home Japanese candy!
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