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MS PowerPoint Series
2025-10-09 19:00:00 2025-10-09 20:30:00 America/Chicago MS PowerPoint Series In this series, learn how to use Microsoft PowerPoint to create, design, and edit presentations. Sponsored by Comcast Internet Essentials. Main Library - Computer Training Room

Thursday, October 09
7:00pm - 8:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-10-09 19:00:00 2025-10-09 20:30:00 America/Chicago MS PowerPoint Series In this series, learn how to use Microsoft PowerPoint to create, design, and edit presentations. Sponsored by Comcast Internet Essentials. Main Library - Computer Training Room

Main Library

Computer Training Room

In this series, learn how to use Microsoft PowerPoint to create, design, and edit presentations. Sponsored by Comcast Internet Essentials.

This class is part of a series. Registering for the first class automatically enters you in all required sessions. If you cannot attend this session, please cancel your registration.

10/9 - Basics: Learn how to use PowerPoint’s basic features to add & delete slides, change layouts, format text, select themes, and add graphics to a presentation.

10/16 - Special Effects: Learn how to add shapes, pictures, animate objects, and add slide transitions to spruce up even the most basic presentations.

This series is sponsored by Comcast Internet Essentials to help bridge the digital divide and foster digital literacy skills. For more information on Internet Essentials, visit www.internetessentials.com 

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Computer & Technology |

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Exhibición: Nuestros Héroes, Nuestras Historias - Our Heroes, Our Stories Exhibit
Wed, Oct 08, All day
Main Library
Ven y conoce los Avatares de los Héroes comunitarios. Patrocinado por la Fundación del Caucus Latino Legislativo de Illinois.
Dinosaur Explorer Exhibit
Wed, Oct 08, 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.
Toddler Time - For children 1-2 years old
Wed, Oct 08, 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.
Registration is now closed
Bounce & Rhyme Storytime - Ages 1-3 years old
Wed, Oct 08, 9:30am - 10:00am
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
Toddler Time - For children 1-2 years old
Wed, Oct 08, 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.
Registration is now closed
Nonprofit Coffee & Connect
Wed, Oct 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms BC
Nonprofit professionals and entrepreneurs are welcome to stop by for coffee, networking, and a guest speaker. Today's topic: "Trends & Tips for Winning Grant Awards.” Registration is not required.
Bounce & Rhyme Storytime - Ages 1-3 years old
Wed, Oct 08, 10:15am - 10:45am
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
TechKnow Mobile Stop: Izaak Walton Center - EPEL Playgroup
Wed, Oct 08, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Mobile Services - Sprinter
899 Jay St, Elgin, IL 60120
Elgin Symphony Orchestra Listeners Club
Wed, Oct 08, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms AB
Music Director Chad Goodman will lead discussions about upcoming ESO concerts, repertoire, guest artists, special events and other Symphony-related topics. Please register.
Bookmobile Stop: Mulberry Grove Park
Wed, Oct 08, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Mobile Services - Bookmobile
Bookmobile stop: Mulberry Grove Park – 1770 Newbridge Cr. – Elgin 60123 – 3:00-3:45
Bookmobile Stop: Westridge Boulevard
Wed, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Mobile Services - Bookmobile
Bookmobile stop: Westridge Blvd. & Cedarfield Dr. – Bartlett 60103 – 4:00-4:30
Bookmobile Stop: Rushmore Drive
Wed, Oct 08, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Rushmore Drive, Bartlett 60103 – 4:30-5:00
Taller de manualidades del Día de Muertos - Día de Muertos Craft Workshop
Wed, Oct 08, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Ven y celebrar el Día de Muertos a través del arte y la creatividad con una serie de talleres especiales para toda la familia. Aprenderás sobre esta importante tradición.
Bookmobile Stop: Blue Heron Park
Wed, Oct 08, 5:15pm - 6:00pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Blue Heron Park – 350 Blue Heron Way – Bartlett 60103 – 5:15-6:00
Go Bilingual en la Biblioteca - Go Bilingual at the Library
Wed, Oct 08, 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.
Teen Game Night (Grades 7-12)
Wed, Oct 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Studio 270
Hang out to play board games, card games, and video games! Make your own gamer merch with our button maker, perler beads, and more. Snacks provided. Optional registration. Drop ins are welcome.
Windows 11 Intermediate
Wed, Oct 08, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Learn how to install/uninstall programs and apps, change settings, use the task manager, and control updates in Windows 11.
Registration is now closed
Walking Book Club - My Friends by Fredrik Backman
Wed, Oct 08, 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.
Exhibición: Nuestros Héroes, Nuestras Historias - Our Heroes, Our Stories Exhibit
Thu, Oct 09, All day
Main Library
Ven y conoce los Avatares de los Héroes comunitarios. Patrocinado por la Fundación del Caucus Latino Legislativo de Illinois.
Dinosaur Explorer Exhibit
Thu, Oct 09, 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.
Baby Rhyme Time - For ages 0-11 months
Thu, Oct 09, 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.
Device Advice
Thu, Oct 09, 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.
Preschool Storytime - For ages 3-6
Thu, Oct 09, 9:45am - 10:15am
Main Library - Story Room - North
Calling all preschoolers! This storytime features stories, songs, and rhymes for ages 3-6.
This event is full
Story Mix for Birth-6
Thu, Oct 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Join us for an interactive storytime! Best for kids birth-6 years with an adult caregiver. All ages are welcome. Drop-in!
Elgin Men's Shed
Thu, Oct 09, 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.
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TechKnow Mobile Stop: Coleman Elementary School
Thu, Oct 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Mobile Services
Please find us on the corner of Sherwood Ave and Oakhill Rd. Elgin IL 60120.
Kids Explore: The Tully Monster - Grades K-6, Registration Required
Thu, Oct 09, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Main Library - Sally Lee Fox & Eagle Rooms
The Tully Monster was a strange, prehistoric creature that lived in Illinois over 300 million years ago. Let's explore the Illinois state fossil and make a Tully Monster craft. Registration required.
Taller de Manualidades del Día de Muertos - Día de Muertos Craft Workshop
Thu, Oct 09, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Bouquet Workshop Celebrate life, honor memory, and keep our Mexican tradition alive.
This event is full
10 Years of Daring Heists and Lovable Outcasts in YA Fantasy - with Leigh Bardugo
Thu, Oct 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual
Join us as we pick the brain of the New York Times bestselling author Leigh Bardugo herself, celebrating the release of her Six of Crows (The Dregs Edition). Please register.
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MS PowerPoint Series
Thu, Oct 09, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
In this series, learn how to use Microsoft PowerPoint to create, design, and edit presentations. Sponsored by Comcast Internet Essentials.
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