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Loteria at The Park - Presented by the TechKnow Mobile

Lotería en el Parque - Presentado por el TechKnow Móvil

Festival Park - 132 S Grove Ave, Elgin, IL 60120

Join us for Lotería in the Park! 

Families and kids of all ages can enjoy multiple rounds of our Gail Borden Loteria while learning, laughing, and connecting with the community. No registration needed—just bring your enthusiasm and get ready to shout “¡Lotería!”



¡Acompáñanos a jugar Lotería en el parque!

Familias y niños de todas las edades pueden disfrutar de múltiples rondas de nuestra Lotería Gail Borden mientras aprenden, ríen y conectan con la comunidad. No es necesario registrarse; solo
traiga su entusiasmo y prepárese para gritar "¡Lotería!".

AGE GROUP: | Elementary School |

EVENT TYPE: | En Espanol | Community |

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In The Community
Hours

Today's hours

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

Mon, Jul 21 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Tue, Jul 22 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Wed, Jul 23 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Thu, Jul 24 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Fri, Jul 25 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Jul 26 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sun, Jul 27 9:00AM to 5:30PM
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About the Branch

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

Upcoming Events

Tiny Tales
Wed, Jul 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Sally Lee Fox & Eagle Rooms
Enjoy an interactive storytime with your child that includes books, songs, music, and movement. For ages birth - age 2 with an adult caregiver. Drop-in program! No registration required.
Bounce & Rhyme Storytime - Ages 1-3 years old
Wed, Jul 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Shales Children's Activity Room
Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs in this interactive Storytime. Ages 1-3 years old with adult caregiver.
Registration is now closed
Budding Bookworms Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5 years old
Wed, Jul 23, 10:45am - 11:15am
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Shales Children's Activity Room
Preschoolers will enjoy stories, songs, and activities. Ages 3-5 years old
Coding Club: BBC Micro:bits Series - For Grades 3 - 4
Wed, Jul 23, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Learn the concepts behind computer programming with the BBC Micro:Bit, a pocket-sized computer with LED light display, buttons, and sensors. This is a 2-day series. Grades 3-4
Registration is now closed
Coding Club: BBC Micro:bits Series - For Grades 5 - 6
Wed, Jul 23, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Learn the concepts behind computer programming with the BBC Micro:Bit, a pocket-sized computer with an LED light display, buttons, and sensors. This is a 2-day series. For Grades 5-6
Registration is now closed
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Bookmobile Stop: Willow Lake Estates
Wed, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Willow Lakes Estates – club house – 161 W. River Road – Elgin 60123 – 2:00-2:45
Nyan Cat Crafternoon (Grades 7-12)
Wed, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Studio 270
Make an army of nyan cats (a.k.a. "pop tart cats") using a variety of art materials! Registration encouraged, but not required. Drop-ins are welcome. Grades 7-12.
Summer Discover: Nature Rangers presents Nature Mandalas - Grades: K-6 - Rakow Branch
Wed, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Lawn
Let's turn leaves, stones, flowers and twigs into stunning circular patterns on the ground. All mandalas created will be submitted into the Nature Rangers contest!
Registration is now closed
Illuminating Hope & Grace in the Face of Hardship w/Rex Ogle - K-12 Summer Series Author (5th-8th Grade)
Wed, Jul 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Virtual
You’re invited to join us online with award-winning author Rex Ogle as he talks to viewers about his struggles to navigate sixth grade as written about in his book Free Lunch. Please register.
Register
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Bookmobile Stop: Highbury Drive
Wed, Jul 23, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Highbury Dr., east of Waverly – Elgin 60120 – 3:00-3:45
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Bookmobile Stop: Woodview Circle
Wed, Jul 23, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Woodview Circle – corner of Woodview Cr. & Chicago St., Elgin 60120 – 4:00-4:45
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Bookmobile Stop: Crestwood Apartments of Elgin
Wed, Jul 23, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Crestwood Apts. of Elgin – info office – 45 Poplar Creek Dr. – Elgin 60120 – 5:00-5:45
Young Entrepreneurs Club (Grades 7-12)
Wed, Jul 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Studio 270
Selling lemonade, walking dogs, and monetizing your creations; just a few of the ways teens are making money in 2025. Discuss your business plans with other aspiring entrepreneurs. Pizza provided.
This event is full
Go Bilingual de verano en la Biblioteca - Go Bilingual Summer at the Library
Wed, Jul 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - 2nd Floor - Behind Elevators
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.
This event is full
German Conversation Group - Hybrid
Wed, Jul 23, 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.
MS Excel Series
Wed, Jul 23, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
In this series, learn how to use Microsoft Excel to manipulate, format, and organize numbers and other types of data. Sponsored by Comcast Internet Essentials.
Registration is now closed
Device Advice
Thu, Jul 24, 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.
Summer Story Mix for Birth-6
Thu, Jul 24, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Join us for an interactive storytime! Best for kids birth-6 with an adult caregiver. All ages are welcome. Drop-in! No registration required.
Piano Performance - Steve Yoder
Thu, Jul 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Lobby - Piano
Piano performance in the lobby by volunteer community members.
Patio Playtime
Thu, Jul 24, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library
Designed for toddlers and preschoolers, this open-ended playtime encourages imagination and fun on our KidSpace outdoor patio. Drop in and play—weather permitting!
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Book Bike: Summer Learning on the Go
Thu, Jul 24, 11:30am - 12:45pm
Mobile Services
Location: St. Francis Park
Developing Your Small Business - With the Illinois Small Business Development Center at ECC
Thu, Jul 24, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Main Library - Grove Room
Do you need help developing a new or existing small business? Drop by the library to get started with an advisor from the Illinois Small Business Development Center at ECC! Registration not required.
DIY Wire Flowers Crafternoon (Grades 7-12) - South Elgin Branch
Thu, Jul 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Hoffer Meeting Room
Let's make stunning flowers out of wire! Registration encouraged, but not required. Drop-ins are welcome. Grades 7-12.
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TechKnow Mobile Stop: Festival Park
Thu, Jul 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Mobile Services
132 S Grove Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
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Loteria at The Park - Presented by the TechKnow Mobile - Lotería en el Parque - Presentado por el TechKnow Móvil
Thu, Jul 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
In The Community
Festival Park - 132 S Grove Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
Tu Dinero, Tu Futuro - Your Money, Your Future
Thu, Jul 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Grove Room
¿El dinero te confunde? ¿Los términos financieros suenan como otro idioma? No te preocupes, aquí lo vamos a aprender todo.
Cómo obtener una cita con el Consulado de México - en español
Thu, Jul 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Elgin Room
Aprenda cómo registrarse para una cita en el consulado mexicano cuando se abra la inscripción.
Lawyer in the Library - Abogado en la Biblioteca
Thu, Jul 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Have a legal question? Walk in for a free, 15-minute consultation! In partnership with Kane County Law Library & Self Help Legal Center. Registration not required. Ayuda legal disponible en español.
MS Excel Series
Thu, Jul 24, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
South Elgin Branch
In this series, learn how to use Microsoft Excel to manipulate, format, and organize numbers and other types of data. Sponsored by Comcast Internet Essentials.
Registration is now closed
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