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Tu Dinero, Tu Futuro

Your Money, Your Future

2025-07-24 18:00:00 2025-07-24 19:00:00 America/Chicago Tu Dinero, Tu Futuro ¿El dinero te confunde? ¿Los términos financieros suenan como otro idioma? No te preocupes, aquí lo vamos a aprender todo. Main Library - Grove Room

Thursday, July 24
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-07-24 18:00:00 2025-07-24 19:00:00 America/Chicago Tu Dinero, Tu Futuro ¿El dinero te confunde? ¿Los términos financieros suenan como otro idioma? No te preocupes, aquí lo vamos a aprender todo. Main Library - Grove Room

Main Library

Grove Room

¿El dinero te confunde? ¿Los términos financieros suenan como otro idioma? No te preocupes, aquí lo vamos a aprender todo.

En esta serie de cuatro sesiones, estudiantes y padres aprenderán juntos (y por separado) cómo manejar el dinero con inteligencia. Desde lo más básico hasta planear el futuro, este taller es una guía práctica para tomar el control de tu vida financiera desde joven.
La primera y última sesión es para padres y jóvenes, mientras que la segunda y tercera sesión solo es para los jóvenes.

Does money feel confusing? Do financial terms sound like another language? Don’t worry — we’ve got you.
In this four-part series, students and parents will learn together (and separately) how to manage money wisely. From the basics to long-term planning, this workshop is a practical guide to taking control of your financial life from a young age.
The first and final sessions will include parents and while Weeks 2 and 3 will follow a standard student-only format.

 

Semana 1: Introducción a las Finanzas (Con Padres)
Jueves 10 de julio de 6-7:30pm
Salón Elgin
En esta sesión inicial, estudiantes y padres se reunirán para explorar la importancia de la educación financiera. Hablaremos sobre la mentalidad frente al dinero, y los términos básicos. Los padres aprenderán cómo pueden apoyar el viaje financiero de sus hijos.
Week 1: Introduction to Financial Literacy (With Parents)
Thursday, July 10 6-7:30pm
Elgin Room
In this first session, students and parents will explore why understanding money matters. We'll cover financial mindset, essential terminology, and outline what to expect in the weeks ahead. Parents will gain insights into how they can actively support their child's growth.

Semana 2: Fundamentos de un presupuesto
Jueves 17 de julio de 6-7pm
Salón Elgin
Los estudiantes aprenderán a manejar el dinero a través de ejercicios prácticos de presupuestación utilizando herramientas simples en hojas de cálculo. Cubriremos cómo equilibrar ingresos, ahorros y gastos, y la importancia de monitorear los hábitos de consumo. Esta clase práctica introducirá herramientas que podrán usar durante toda su vida.
Week 2: Budgeting Basics Using Spreadsheets
Thursday, July 17 6-7pm
Elgin Room
Students will get hands-on with budgeting through simple spreadsheet tools. They'll learn how to balance income, savings, and expenses, and why it’s important to track spending habits. This practical session introduces tools they can use for life.

Semana 3: Explorando carreras y sus ingresos
Jueves 24 de julio de 6-7pm
Grove Room 
Exploraremos diferentes caminos profesionales, salarios promedio y la conexión entre educación, habilidades y metas financieras. Se animará a los estudiantes a soñar en grande mientras aprenden a planificar de forma realista.
Week 3: Exploring Careers and Income Potential
Thursday, July 24 6-7pm
Grove Room
We’ll dive into different career paths, average salaries, and how education and skills connect to financial goals. Students will be encouraged to dream big while learning to plan realistically.

Semana 4: Planificación financiera familiar y herramientas útiles (Con Padres)
Miércoles 30 de julio 6-7:30pm
Salón Elgin
En nuestra sesión final, las familias se reunirán nuevamente para enfocarse en la planificación financiera a largo plazo. Los temas incluirán ahorro para el futuro, seguros de vida como estrategia financiera, planes de ahorro para la universidad y soluciones para el manejo de deudas. Los estudiantes que completen el programa recibirán certificados de logro.
Week 4: Family Planning & Financial Tools (With Parents)
Wednesday, July 30 6-7:30pm
Elgin Room
Families reunite for a final session focused on long-term financial planning. Topics include saving for the future, life insurance as a strategy, college savings plans, and managing debt. Students who complete the full program will receive a certificate of achievement.



AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | En Espanol |

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Main Library

Phone: 847-742-2411

Hours

Today's hours

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

Mon, Jul 21 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Jul 22 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Jul 23 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Jul 24 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Jul 25 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jul 26 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Jul 27 12:00PM to 5:00PM

Upcoming Events

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.

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

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

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

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

Cancelled
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

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.

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

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.
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Cancelled
Wed, Jul 23, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Highbury Dr., east of Waverly – Elgin 60120 – 3:00-3:45

Cancelled
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

Cancelled
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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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.

Thu, Jul 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Lobby - Piano
Piano performance in the lobby by volunteer community members.

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!

Cancelled
Thu, Jul 24, 11:30am - 12:45pm
Mobile Services
Location: St. Francis Park

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.

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.

Cancelled
Thu, Jul 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Mobile Services
132 S Grove Ave, Elgin, IL 60120

Cancelled
Thu, Jul 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
In The Community
Festival Park - 132 S Grove Ave, Elgin, IL 60120

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.

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.

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.

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