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Children's Book Character Scavenger Hunt

National Library Week
2026-04-19 12:00:00 2026-04-19 17:00:00 America/Chicago Children's Book Character Scavenger Hunt Search for beloved book characters hidden throughout the first floor of the main library, jot them down on your scavenger hunt sheet and turn into Customer Relations Desk to snag your prize! Main Library -

Sunday, April 19
12:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-04-19 12:00:00 2026-04-19 17:00:00 America/Chicago Children's Book Character Scavenger Hunt Search for beloved book characters hidden throughout the first floor of the main library, jot them down on your scavenger hunt sheet and turn into Customer Relations Desk to snag your prize! Main Library -

Search for beloved book characters hidden throughout the first floor of the main library, jot them down on your scavenger hunt sheet and turn into Customer Relations Desk to snag your prize!

Join us for this fun scavenger hunt to celebrate National Library Week - April 19 - 25

AGE GROUP: | Preschool | Family | Elementary School |

EVENT TYPE: | Activity |

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Phone: 847-742-2411
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Mon, May 11 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, May 12 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, May 13 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, May 14 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, May 15 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 16 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, May 17 12:00PM to 5:00PM
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Storytime Amigos - Bilingual Storytime
Mon, May 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Sally Lee Fox & Eagle Rooms
Invitamos a todas las familias a compartir cuentos,y actividades musicales en nuestra hora de cuentos interactivos bilingües. Para las edades 0-6 acompañado de un adulto. No requiere resgistro previo.
Monday Movies - No Shushing Event
Mon, May 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Hoffer Meeting Room
Everyone is welcome to join us. May 4 - Star Wars (1977) May 11 - Wicked (2024) May 18 - Night at the Museum (2006)
Elgin Genealogical Society Writers' Group
Mon, May 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Conference Room
A special interest group that encourages and assists with writing family stories and histories. Participants share their stories for help with ideas, clarification, and resources.
Piano Performance - Jeremy Cassidy
Mon, May 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Lobby - Piano
Piano performance in the lobby by volunteer community members.
Armchair Generals - Love and Valor: Intimate Civil War Letters
Mon, May 11, 11:45am - 1:15pm
Main Library - Grove Room
Civil War-era discussion group. Meets 2nd week of the month. No registration.
Spanish Café / Conversation Group - Café en Español / Grupo de Conversación
Mon, May 11, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Room B
Come, learn and practice Spanish! Intermediate level participants will practice conversations in Spanish by doing activities in the library or visiting places in the community.
This event is full
Finals Feeding Frenzy (Grades 6-12)
Mon, May 11, 3:00pm - 9:00pm
Main Library - Studio 270*
Come to our teen center to get your study on! Refreshments will be provided.
Getting Started with Scratch - Grades 3-5
Mon, May 11, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Learn to code with Scratch! Create games, stories & animations while mastering programming basics in a fun, visual way. This program is done in two sessions. Registration required.
Registration is now closed
Bookmobile Stop: Old Oaks Estates
Mon, May 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Mobile Services
Near Joyce Ln & Nancy Ann Ln, Elgin
Creativity Corner: Mom & Me Art Night - Grades: K-6 - South Elgin Branch
Mon, May 11, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Hoffer Meeting Room
This is a special time for moms and their children to have fun and enjoy quality time! Register to join us for this step-by-step guidance to create a fun painting, and we'll be using Q-tips!
Registration is now closed
Bookmobile Stop: Huff Elementary
Mon, May 11, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Mobile Services
801 Hastings St. Elgin
Crochet, Knit & Stitch Club
Mon, May 11, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Grove Room
Get hooked on needlecraft! Bring a project to work on. All skill levels welcome. Please Register
Bookmobile Stop: St. Francis Park
Mon, May 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Mobile Services
Jefferson Ave. Elgin
Great Books Discussion Group - HYBRID - The Piano Lesson by August Wilson
Mon, May 11, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Conference Room,Info Serv - Zoom
Co-sponsored by the American Association of University Women Elgin Area Branch. Click on the event title for a list of assigned books. Facilitated by Barbara Njus and Gail Cohen. Please Register.
MS PowerPoint Series
Mon, May 11, 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.
Registration is now closed
Cook County Commissioner - Satellite Office Hours
Tue, May 12, 9:30am - 11:30am
Main Library - Rotunda
Get assistance and learn about resources which the Cook County Commissioner's office has to offer.
Video Editing Series
Tue, May 12, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Learn how to splice clips together, adjust audio, add images and more using DaVinci Resolve. This free, industry standard program has everything you need to put together videos for all your socials!
Registration is now closed
Tech Mobile Stop: Hanover Landing
Tue, May 12, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Mobile Services
711 E Chicago Street, Elgin IL 60120
How to Robot-Proof Your Kids (and Yourself) - with Dr. Vivienne Ming
Tue, May 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
A timely conversation on AI, humanity, and the next steps towards building a better future with self-proclaimed “mad scientist” Dr. Vivienne Ming discussing her new book, Robot-Proof. Please register.
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Tech Mobile Stop: Mobile Food Pantry - Old Sherman Hospital Parking Lot
Tue, May 12, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Mobile Services
901 Center St Elgin, IL 60120
Finals Feeding Frenzy (Grades 6-12)
Tue, May 12, 3:00pm - 9:00pm
Main Library - Studio 270*
Come to our teen center to get your study on! Refreshments will be provided.
Google Tools: Docs
Tue, May 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Hoffer Meeting Room
Learn how to create, edit, and share word processing documents using Google Docs. Sponsored by Comcast Internet Essentials.
Getting Started with Scratch - Grades 3-5
Tue, May 12, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Learn to code with Scratch! Create games, stories & animations while mastering programming basics in a fun, visual way. This program is done in two sessions. Registration required.
Bookmobile Stop: Lin Lor Ln
Tue, May 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Mobile Services
Lin Lor Ln. & Airlite St. Elgin
Elgin Area Memory Cafe'
Tue, May 12, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
In The Community
Those with dementia and their care partners are invited for a social event and resources at South Elgin Public Works Building, 1000 Bowes Rd. RSVP 847-289-5848.
Bookmobile Stop: N. Clifton
Tue, May 12, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Mobile Services
N. Clifton Ave. & Wolff Ave. Elgin
May Flower Cupcake Decorating at South Elgin Branch - with Danyelle from Paul's Restaurant
Tue, May 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Hoffer Meeting Room
April showers bring May flowers! Register to join this all ages fun to decorate a cupcake. Danyelle the famous baker from Paul's Restaurant in Elgin will be teaching everyone some fun techniques!
This event is full
Grupo de conversación en inglés en línea o en la biblioteca - English Conversation Group -Main Library and Zoom
Tue, May 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Room C
Participantes de nivel intermedio, practican conversaciones en inglés, adquieren confianza y mejoran su pronunciación. El grupo es liderado por un tutor de Literacy Connection. Favor registrarse
Registration is now closed
Bookmobile Stop: Mulberry Ln
Tue, May 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Mobile Services
Near Mulberry Ln. & Kathleen Dr. Elgin
Library Board Meeting
Tue, May 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Elgin Room
Monthly meeting of the Library Board which is generally held on the second Tuesday of the month.
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