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Search Like a Librarian
2025-08-21 10:30:00 2025-08-21 11:30:00 America/Chicago Search Like a Librarian Learn how to get the most out of your research by using different search engines, AI chatbots, databases, and how to verify facts in this class. Main Library - Computer Training Room

Thursday, August 21
10:30am - 11:30am

Add to Calendar 2025-08-21 10:30:00 2025-08-21 11:30:00 America/Chicago Search Like a Librarian Learn how to get the most out of your research by using different search engines, AI chatbots, databases, and how to verify facts in this class. Main Library - Computer Training Room

Main Library

Computer Training Room

Learn how to get the most out of your research by using different search engines, AI chatbots, databases, and how to verify facts in this class.

If you are unable to attend this session, please cancel your registration.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Computer & Technology |

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Elgin Genealogical Society Research Assistance
Wed, Aug 20, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - 2nd Floor - Genealogy
Receive one-on-one genealogy assistance from Elgin Genealogical Society volunteers.
Bookmobile Stop: Willow Lake Estates
Wed, Aug 20, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
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Bookmobile stop: Willow Lakes Estates – club house – 161 W. River Road – Elgin 60123 – 2:00-2:45
Bookmobile Stop: Highbury Drive
Wed, Aug 20, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
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Wed, Aug 20, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
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Wed, Aug 20, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
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Bookmobile stop: Crestwood Apts. of Elgin – info office – 45 Poplar Creek Dr. – Elgin 60120 – 5:00-5:45
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Wed, Aug 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Walking Book Club - Be Ready When the Luck Happens: a memoir by Ina Garten
Wed, Aug 20, 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.
Google Suite Alternatives & Digital Notetaking
Wed, Aug 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Learn about online/offline alternatives to Google docs, drive, and sheets. As well as how digital tools can help organize your life. From project trackers and meal planning, to life tasks and more!
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Device Advice
Thu, Aug 21, 9:30am - 11:30am
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Computer Cafe
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.
Search Like a Librarian
Thu, Aug 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Learn how to get the most out of your research by using different search engines, AI chatbots, databases, and how to verify facts in this class.
TechKnow Mobile Stop: Smart Wash Lavanderia
Thu, Aug 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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425 Dundee Ave. – Elgin 60120
Summer Concert on the Lawn - Soda
Thu, Aug 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Outdoor Stage
Enjoy one of Chicago's tightest & most popular bands rocking all of your favorite classic current hits. Bring a picnic dinner & blanket or chairs. Sammy's Food Truck also available for food purchase.
Grupo de Conversación para la Ciudadanía en inglés - En la biblioteca
Thu, Aug 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Conference Room
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Elgin Genealogical Society
Thu, Aug 21, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Grove Room
Semi-monthly meeting of the Elgin Genealogical Society. No registration required.
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