Skip to main content
close
font 1 font 2 font 3
Reset to standard size
Font size options
Increase or decrease the font size for this website by clicking on the 'A's.
Yellow on Black White on Black Soft Greys Black on Linen Black on White
Reset to default contrast
Contrast options
Choose a color combination to give the most comfortable contrast.

Let's Play Friday!

Ages 3-6 years old
2022-09-30 11:00:00 2022-09-30 11:45:00 America/Chicago Let's Play Friday! Join us for fun activities inside and outside, weather permitting! Ages 3-6 years old, dress appropriately and come ready to have fun! Rakow Branch -

Friday, September 30
11:00am - 11:45am

Add to Calendar 2022-09-30 11:00:00 2022-09-30 11:45:00 America/Chicago Let's Play Friday! Join us for fun activities inside and outside, weather permitting! Ages 3-6 years old, dress appropriately and come ready to have fun! Rakow Branch -

Join us for fun activities inside and outside, weather permitting! Ages 3-6 years old, dress appropriately and come ready to have fun!

AGE GROUP: | Preschool |

EVENT TYPE: | Activity |

TAGS: | |

Rakow Branch
Phone: 847-531-7271
Hours
Skip Open Hours widget

Today's hours

We're open 9:00AM to 8:00PM

Mon, Oct 13 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Oct 14 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Oct 15 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Oct 16 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Oct 17 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Oct 18 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Oct 19 12:00PM to 5:00PM
previous
this week
next

Upcoming Events

Skip My new widget widget
Exhibición: Nuestros Héroes, Nuestras Historias - Our Heroes, Our Stories Exhibit
Mon, Oct 13, 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
Mon, Oct 13, 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.
Elgin Genealogical Society Writers' Group
Mon, Oct 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.
Computers 101 Series
Mon, Oct 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
Café para Padres- en español- Parents Cafe- In Spanish
Mon, Oct 13, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Room C
Son reuniones donde las personas hablan, participan activamente y escuchan sobre temas como los desafíos y las victorias de criar a una familia, a través de la autorreflexión y el aprendizaje.
Registration is now closed
TechKnow Mobile Stop: Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church - EPEL Playgroup
Mon, Oct 13, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Mobile Services - Sprinter
330 Griswold St, Elgin, IL 60123
Spanish Café / Conversation Group - Café en Español / Grupo de Conversación
Mon, Oct 13, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Main Library - Grove Room
Dive in to learn Spanish! Intermediate level participants will practice conversations in Spanish by doing activities in the library or visiting places in the community.
Registration is now closed
Triple Fan Party: Genshin Impact, Cookie Run, & Alien Stage - for Grades 7-12
Mon, Oct 13, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Studio 270
Whether you're a fan of Genshin Impact, Cookie Run, Alien Stage, or all three, this event is for you! Come talk about your favorite characters, listen to music, and make themed crafts.
Registration is now closed
Bookmobile Stop: Old Oaks Estates
Mon, Oct 13, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Old Oaks Estates – 850 Villa St. – corner of Nancy Ann & Suzanne Ln. – Elgin 60120 – 3:00-3:45
Bookmobile Stop: Huff Elementary
Mon, Oct 13, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Huff Elementary – Hastings St. near the school – Elgin 60120 – 4:00-4:45
Halloween Boo Bash! - Rakow Branch-Outside
Mon, Oct 13, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Lawn
Who's excited for Halloween?! Wear your costume, enjoy a professional pumpkin carver demonstration along with games, crafts, and lots of fun! Drop on by!
Bookmobile Stop: St. Francis Park
Mon, Oct 13, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: St. Francis Park – near Jefferson and Spring Streets – Elgin 60120 – 5:00-5:45
De padre a padre
Mon, Oct 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Room B
¿Te sientes abrumado o deprimido? Únete a nuestro grupo de apoyo en español, dirigido por personas con experiencia en salud mental, en colaboración con NAMI KDK.
Registration is now closed
Crochet Club
Mon, Oct 13, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Grove Room
Get hooked on crocheting! Bring a project to work on. All skill levels welcome. Please Register
Registration is now closed
Flores para recordar: una para ti, una para la Ofrenda - Flowers to Remember: One for You, One for the Ofrenda
Mon, Oct 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Sally Lee Fox & Eagle Rooms
¡Acompáñanos a una divertida actividad en familia! Haz hermosas flores de cempasúchil de papel para llevar a casa y para agregar a la Ofrenda anual del Día de los Muertos.
Registration is now closed
Great Books Discussion Group - Hybrid
Mon, Oct 13, 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.
Registration is now closed
Exhibición: Nuestros Héroes, Nuestras Historias - Our Heroes, Our Stories Exhibit
Tue, Oct 14, 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
Tue, Oct 14, 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.
Cook County Commissioner - Satellite Office Hours
Tue, Oct 14, 9:30am - 11:30am
Main Library - Rotunda
Get assistance and learn about resources which the Cook County Commissioner's office has to offer.
Cancelled
Congressional Mobile Office Hours
Tue, Oct 14, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Main Library
Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi’s staff will be available to discuss and assist with federal issues you and your family are facing.
Armchair Generals - Abraham Lincoln, Episode 3: "Saving the Union"
Tue, Oct 14, 11:45am - 1:15pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Room C
Monthly Civil War-focused discussion group. Generally meets 2nd week of the month. No registration.
TechKnow Mobile Stop: Hanover Landing
Tue, Oct 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Mobile Services - Sprinter
711 E Chicago Street, Elgin IL 60120
Bookmobile Stop: New Covenant Fellowship
Tue, Oct 14, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: New Covenant Fellowship – Parkway Avenue – Elgin 60120 – 3:15-4:00
Bookmobile Stop: Lin Lor Lane
Tue, Oct 14, 2:45pm - 3:30pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Lin Lor Lane – corner of Lin Lor Ln. & Airlite St. - Elgin 60123 – 2:00-2:45
Bookmobile Stop: Deer Pointe Drive
Tue, Oct 14, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Deer Pointe Drive, South Elgin 60177 – 4:15-5:00
Elgin Area Memory Cafe'
Tue, Oct 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.
K-Pop Afternoon for Grades 7-12
Tue, Oct 14, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Studio 270
Are you a fan of BTS, Blackpink, Enhypen, or other K-pop groups? Come enjoy your favorite K-pop songs while you make buttons, shrink-plastic charms, and other crafts.
Grupo de Conversación en Inglés en línea o en la Biblioteca - English Conversation Group -Main Library and Zoom
Tue, Oct 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
Library Board Meeting
Tue, Oct 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.
All You Need Is Jazz - Jazz Trio Performs Beatles Classics
Tue, Oct 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms AB
Your favorite Beatles tunes are reimagined by a Chicagoland jazz trio, featuring talented musicians on piano, drums and electric bass. Come enjoy a jazz journey down memory lane!
MS Word Series
Tue, Oct 14, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
In this series, learn the fundamentals of Microsoft Word to create, format, edit and design. Sponsored by Comcast Internet Essentials.
Registration is now closed
See all events