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VPN Basics & Password Management

A Double Feature
2026-07-14 10:30:00 2026-07-14 12:00:00 America/Chicago VPN Basics & Password Management Learn what a Virtual Private Network is, how to install one and enable use for daily browsing online. Learn how a password manager can make your life easier and more secure online. Main Library - Computer Training Room

Tuesday, July 14
10:30am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-07-14 10:30:00 2026-07-14 12:00:00 America/Chicago VPN Basics & Password Management Learn what a Virtual Private Network is, how to install one and enable use for daily browsing online. Learn how a password manager can make your life easier and more secure online. Main Library - Computer Training Room

Main Library

Computer Training Room

Learn what a Virtual Private Network is, how to install one and enable use for daily browsing online. Learn how a password manager can make your life easier and more secure online.

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Earth Matters: Rethink the Future Exhibition
Mon, Jul 13, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Main Library
Explore our changing planet through a different lens, immerse yourself in incredible ecosystems and learn how the smallest of actions can have a big impact on our natural world.
Monday Movies - No Shushing Event
Mon, Jul 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Hoffer Meeting Room
Everyone is welcome to join us!
Sew What? Stuffed Animal (Grades 6-12)
Mon, Jul 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Studio 270
Sew your own DIY bags, pillows, and more! We will be sewing a different item each of the first three Mondays in July. Registration required.
This event is full
Elgin Genealogical Society Writers' Group
Mon, Jul 13, 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.
Story Mix for Birth-6
Mon, Jul 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms AB
Join us for an interactive storytime! Best for kids birth-6 years with an adult caregiver. All ages are welcome. Drop-in!
Computers 101 Series
Mon, Jul 13, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
New to computers or need a refresher on how to get started? Learn how to use the mouse and keyboard, pick up basic computer skills and browse the internet in this series. Sponsored by Comcast.
Registration is now closed
Tour the Library
Mon, Jul 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library
Join staff from the Information Services department to tour the Main Library building.
Tech Mobile Stop: Cornerstone Park - The Great Tech Escape
Mon, Jul 13, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Mobile Services
1540 Mulberry Ln, Elgin, IL 60123
Armchair Generals - Traveling with a Sense of History: The Cedar Keys
Mon, Jul 13, 11:45am - 1:15pm
Main Library - Grove Room
Civil War-era discussion group. Meets 2nd week of the month. No registration.
Teen Volunteer Session - Crafting for the Community
Mon, Jul 13, 12:45pm - 1:45pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Room C
Join us as we make a craft which will be distributed in our monthly activity kits to our care communities.
This event is full
IPass Event with State Senator Don DeWitte
Mon, Jul 13, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Hoffer Meeting Room
Illinois Tollway officials will be at the South Elgin Branch from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. to help motorists update their I-PASS technology to the new stickers that are replacing plastic transponders.
Bookmobile Stop: Old Oaks Estates
Mon, Jul 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Mobile Services
Near Joyce Ln & Nancy Ann Ln, Elgin
Bookmobile Stop: Huff Elementary
Mon, Jul 13, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Mobile Services
801 Hastings St. Elgin
U-46 Play Learn & Grow - The Sprinter @ Harriet Gifford Elementary School
Mon, Jul 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Mobile Services - Sprinter
Harriet Gifford Elementary School, 240 S Clifton Ave, Elgin, IL 60123
Crochet, Knit & Stitch Club
Mon, Jul 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Grove Room
Get hooked on needlework! Bring a project to work on. All skill levels welcome. Please Register
Bookmobile Stop: St. Francis Park
Mon, Jul 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Mobile Services
Jefferson Ave. Elgin
Great Books Discussion Group - The Parable of the Sower by Octavia Butler
Mon, Jul 13, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Conference Room,Info Serv - Zoom
HYBRID program co-sponsored by the American Association of University Women Elgin Area Branch. Click the event title for the reading list. Facilitated by Barbara Njus and Gail Cohen. Please Register.
Earth Matters: Rethink the Future Exhibition
Tue, Jul 14, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Main Library
Explore our changing planet through a different lens, immerse yourself in incredible ecosystems and learn how the smallest of actions can have a big impact on our natural world.
Cook County Commissioner - Satellite Office Hours
Tue, Jul 14, 9:30am - 11:30am
Main Library - Rotunda
Get assistance and learn about resources which the Cook County Commissioner's office has to offer.
Tiny Tales
Tue, Jul 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
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 0-3
Tue, Jul 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Large Exhibit Area
Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs in this interactive Storytime.
Registration is now closed
VPN Basics & Password Management - A Double Feature
Tue, Jul 14, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Learn what a Virtual Private Network is, how to install one and enable use for daily browsing online. Learn how a password manager can make your life easier and more secure online.
Budding Bookworms Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5
Tue, Jul 14, 10:45am - 11:15am
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Large Exhibit Area
Preschoolers will enjoy stories, songs, and activities.
Registration is now closed
American Girl Doll Summer Tea Party - Grades K-5
Tue, Jul 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Sally Lee Fox & Eagle Rooms
Put on your summer best and bring a doll or stuffie friend to join us for a tea party! Registration required.
This event is full
Book Bike Stop - Lords Park Zoo
Tue, Jul 14, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Mobile Services
The book bike will have a variety of materials to check out for all ages. You will also be able to register for a library card! Lords Park Zoo, 325 Hiawatha Drive, Elgin.
Summer Discover: Patriotic Diamond Painting - Grades: 3-5 - South Elgin Branch
Tue, Jul 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Shales Children's Activity Room
Grades 3 - 5 can register to learn the art of diamond painting of a patriotic star.
This event is full
Tech Mobile Stop: Hanover Landing
Tue, Jul 14, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Mobile Services
711 E Chicago Street, Elgin IL 60120
K-Pop Afternoon (Grades 6-12)
Tue, Jul 14, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Studio 270
Are you a fan of BTS, Blackpink, Stray Kids, or other K-pop groups? Come enjoy your favorite K-pop songs while you make buttons, shrink-plastic charms, and other crafts.
Bookmobile Stop: Lin Lor Ln
Tue, Jul 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Mobile Services
Lin Lor Ln. & Airlite St. Elgin
Elgin Area Memory Cafe'
Tue, Jul 14, 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.
Tech Mobile Stop: Channing Elementary Park - The Great Tech Escape
Tue, Jul 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mobile Services
63 S Channing St, Elgin, IL 60120
Bookmobile Stop: N. Clifton
Tue, Jul 14, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Mobile Services
N. Clifton Ave. & Wolff Ave. Elgin
Clases de Ciudadanía en español - Spanish Citizenship classes
Tue, Jul 14, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Esta serie cubrirá las preguntas cívicas en preparación para el examen de ciudadanía. Para obtener más información, comuníquese con Laura Lopez de YWCA Elgin (331) 442-2036. Presentado en español.
Grupo de conversación en inglés en línea o en la biblioteca - English Conversation Group -Main Library and Zoom
Tue, Jul 14, 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, Jul 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Mobile Services
Near Mulberry Ln. & Kathleen Dr. Elgin
Library Board Meeting
Tue, Jul 14, 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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