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Kids' Alebrijes Winter Reading Challenge!

November 24nd - January 7th
2023-12-07 00:00:00 2023-12-07 23:59:00 America/Chicago Kids' Alebrijes Winter Reading Challenge! Discover the creatures of a dream world through books this winter by registering for the Winter Reading Challenge. Earn badges & prizes by reading and doing activities. Prize pickup starts January 2nd Main Library -

Thursday, December 07
All day

Add to Calendar 2023-12-07 00:00:00 2023-12-07 23:59:00 America/Chicago Kids' Alebrijes Winter Reading Challenge! Discover the creatures of a dream world through books this winter by registering for the Winter Reading Challenge. Earn badges & prizes by reading and doing activities. Prize pickup starts January 2nd Main Library -

Discover the creatures of a dream world through books this winter by registering for the Winter Reading Challenge. Earn badges & prizes by reading and doing activities. Prize pickup starts January 2nd

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Upcoming Events

Semi-Annual Foundation Book Sale
Thu, Sep 19, 9:00am - 8:00pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Thousands of books and media for adults and children for sale at the annual Library Foundation Book Sale - proceeds help support programs and events at the library!
Cancelled
Wonderful Ones - For ages 12-23 months
Thu, Sep 19, 9:15am - 9:45am
Main Library
This fun storytime will include short stories, fingerplays, rhymes, and music movement activities with a parent or caregiver. For ages 12-23 months.
Device Advice
Thu, Sep 19, 9:30am - 11:30am
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Computer Cafe
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, Sep 19, 9:45am - 10:15am
Main Library - Story Room - North
Calling all preschoolers! This storytime features stories, songs, and rhymes for ages 3-6.
Registration is now closed
Cancelled
Piano Performance - Steve Yoder
Thu, Sep 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library
Piano performance in the lobby by volunteer community members.
TechKnow Mobile Stop: JetXpress Laundry
Thu, Sep 19, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Mobile Services - Sprinter
425 Dundee Ave. – Elgin 60120
Get to Know Your iPad: Settings
Thu, Sep 19, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Rakow Branch
Learn how to navigate and grow more familiar with your iPad's settings including notifications, display, and touchscreen gestures. Please bring your mobile device. Sponsored by Comcast.
Registration is now closed
Skills to Help Promote Positive Thoughts & Behavior
Thu, Sep 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Grove Room
Marissa Raglin, (MA, LPC, NBCC) Mental Health Therapist & Educator will share valuable insights to help do life better. Click on the title for more details on this 4-part series. Please Register
Registration is now closed
Studio 270 Volunteer Corps - Book Sale
Thu, Sep 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library
Help with check-out and restocking.
Registration is now closed
Grupo de Conversación para la Ciudadanía en la Biblioteca - Citizenship Conversation Group at the Library
Thu, Sep 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Usando material de USCIS que incluye preguntas de educación cívica, el formulario de solicitud y otros requisitos para la entrevista de ciudadanía.
Registration is now closed
Tiempo de Cuentos y Canciones - Spanish Family Program
Thu, Sep 19, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Main Library - Sally Lee Fox & Eagle Rooms
¡Acompáñanos para disfrutar historias, música, manualidades y más! Perfecto para familias con niños de 3 años en adelante.
Nobody's Fool - Why We Get Taken In and What We Can Do About It
Thu, Sep 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
In this talk with Professor Dan Simons, co-author of Nobody's Fool: Why We Get Taken In and What We Can Do About It, discover how deception works and empower yourself to become Nobody's Fool.
Register
Google Tools: Drive
Thu, Sep 19, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Learn how Google Drive can be used to upload, organize, and share files in the cloud. Sponsored by Comcast Internet Essentials.
Registration is now closed
Elgin Genealogical Society
Thu, Sep 19, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
- www.elginroots.com
Semi-monthly meeting of the Elgin Genealogical Society. No registration required.
Elgin Genealogical Society
Thu, Sep 19, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Elgin Room
Semi-monthly meeting of the Elgin Genealogical Society. No registration required.
Semi-Annual Foundation Book Sale
Fri, Sep 20, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Thousands of books and media for adults and children for sale at the annual Library Foundation Book Sale - proceeds help support programs and events at the library!
Baby Rhyme Time - For ages 0-11 months
Fri, Sep 20, 9:15am - 9:45am
Main Library - Story Room
Calling all babies! Join us for singing, clapping, and simple stories at this program. Best for little ones 0-11 months.
This event is full
Book Bike: Elgin Farmer's Market - South Riverside Drive
Fri, Sep 20, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Mobile Services
Visit the Book Bike to check out books and learn about what's happening at the library!
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