Gail Borden Public Library
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Monday August 18 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Computers 101 Series
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.
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Monday August 18 11:30am - 4:30pm CDT
Singer Featherweight Friends
Come sew with fellow Singer Featherweight machine users, make new friends, learn new tips and tricks. Please bring your own machine and supplies. Ideas & suggestions offeredRegistration Recommended
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Monday August 18 5:30pm - 7:00pm CDT
Evening Chess Club
Join fellow chess players of all ages and skill levels on the 1st and 3rd Monday of the month for this open play program! Chess sets will be provided.
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Tuesday August 19 9:30am - 11:30am CDT
Cook County Commissioner
Get assistance and learn about resources which the Cook County Commissioner's office has to offer.
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Tuesday August 19 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
iPhone Basics for Seniors
Learn basic iPhone operations: adding and removing apps, increase text size, battery care, what to do with that pesky "low memory" message, and much more. This class is best suited for new users.
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Tuesday August 19 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Career Coach in the Library
Drop in for a consultation with a Career Coach from workNet Batavia!
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Tuesday August 19 6:30pm - 7:30pm CDT
Grupo de Conversación en Inglés en línea o en la Biblioteca
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
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Wednesday August 20 12:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Elgin Genealogical Society Research Assistance
Receive one-on-one genealogy assistance from Elgin Genealogical Society volunteers.
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Wednesday August 20 7:00pm - 8:30pm CDT
Walking Book Club
The Walking Book Club meets weekly on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 pm to walk, followed by the book discussion at 7:45 pm at the Main Library.
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Wednesday August 20 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Google Suite Alternatives & Digital Notetaking
Learn about online/offline alternatives to Google docs, drive, and sheets. As well as how digital tools can help organize your life. From project trackers and meal planning, to life tasks and more!
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Thursday August 21 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Search Like a Librarian
Learn how to get the most out of your research by using different search engines, AI chatbots, databases, and how to verify facts in this class.
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Thursday August 21 6:00pm - 7:30pm CDT
Summer Concert on the Lawn
Enjoy one of Chicago's tightest & most popular bands rocking all of your favorite classic current hits. Bring a picnic dinner & blanket or chairs. Sammy's Food Truck also available for food purchase.
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Thursday August 21 6:30pm - 7:30pm CDT
Grupo de Conversación para la Ciudadanía en inglés
Usando material de USCIS que incluye preguntas de educación cívica, el formulario de solicitud y otros requisitos para la entrevista de ciudadanía. Este grupo de conversación es solo en inglés.
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Thursday August 21 7:00pm - 8:30pm CDT
Elgin Genealogical Society
Semi-monthly meeting of the Elgin Genealogical Society. No registration required.
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Friday August 22 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Growing Natives Through Seed Collecting
Get an overview of the collecting, processing, and sowing of seed of native plants collected from local sources. In partnership with the Elgin Garden Club.Please Register
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Saturday August 23 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Manga and Anime Club (Grades 7-12)
Drop by to make buttons and tiny merch featuring your favorite characters from Demon Slayer, My Hero Academia, Spy x Family, and more. Bonus: you'll get to watch anime and take home Japanese candy!
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Monday August 25 4:00pm - 4:30pm CDT
Teen Volunteer Orientation
This session is a teen volunteer orientation only. We'll go over the program as well as volunteer expectations. Please meet in Meadows Community Room A.
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Monday August 25 4:30pm - 5:30pm CDT
Teen Volunteer Hour
Make a difference by completing a hands-on volunteer project that benefits the library or the local community. Please meet in Meadows Community Room A.
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Monday August 25 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
ASL Practice Club
Opportunity to practice & build your signing skills in a fun, supportive environment! NOTE THIS IS NOT A CLASS, but a group of people with varying degrees of proficiency helping each other practice!
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Tuesday August 26 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Android Basics for Seniors
Learn basic Android operations: adding and removing apps, increase text size, battery care, what to do with that pesky "low memory" message, and much more. This class is best suited for new users.
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Tuesday August 26 4:30pm - 6:00pm CDT
K-Pop Afternoon (Grades 7-12)
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.
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Tuesday August 26 6:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Open Mic - Studio 270 Digital Media Lab
Showcase your music, poetry, jokes, dancing, or anything else you have in mind at Open Mic. Sign ups are open to teens and adults. Performances must be appropriate for a general audience.
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Tuesday August 26 6:30pm - 7:30pm CDT
Grupo de Conversación en Inglés en línea o en la Biblioteca
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
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Tuesday August 26 7:00pm - 8:30pm CDT
Immigration and Due Process:
Don't understand US immigration policy? Join attorney Sara Dady and a panel of experts in this non-partisan educational program co-sponsored by area Leagues of Women Voters and AAUW groups.
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Wednesday August 27 4:30pm - 6:00pm CDT
Small Business Workshop: The 5 Cs of Credit
Looking to finance your small business? Learn about the 5 Cs of Credit and how they can help! Registration not required. El taller también se impartirá en español. No es necesario registrarse.