Gail Borden Public Library
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Friday June 27 10:00am - 10:30am CDT
Little Listeners: Sing & Soar with Nanny Nikki
Enjoy the summer with children's musician Nanny Nikki! This engaging and energetic performance will feature playful tunes and interactive rhythms perfect for little ones.
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Friday June 27 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Drop In and DRAW with Ms. Carrie
Do you love to draw? Ms. Carrie does. DROP IN for a drawing club where you can learn to draw a few items & then have time to color & share your creations. Each session will have a unique theme.
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Friday June 27 2:30pm - 4:00pm CDT
Teen Volunteer Hour
Teens in grades 7-12 are invited to volunteer at the library. Teen volunteers participate in a diverse range of services that enhance the library experience, making it a welcoming place for everyone.
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Saturday June 28 11:00am - 2:00pm CDT
Lao Connection
Get a taste of Lao food while learning about some of it's popular dishes with Jacob Singhavong, author of "Sticky Rice For Lunch", and Douangchay, owner of Douangchay's Kitchen.Please register
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Saturday June 28 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
Reading by the River with Representative Anna Moeller
Join Anna Moeller for our annual Reading by the River, Child Abuse awareness event. Families will listen to stories, and enjoy the scenic river view, from the west side of the Youth Center.
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Sunday June 29 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Vector Quest: Exploring Math Through Motion: Grades 3 - 6
Unleash your creativity! Dive into the world of vector fields through exciting activities like quilling and motion mapping. Explore math like never before in this hands-on, fun-filled series!
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Monday June 30 2:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Sew What? Tote Bags (Grades 7-12)
Sew your own DIY bags, pillows, and more! We will be sewing a different item each Monday in June. Registration Required.
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Tuesday July 1 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Piano Performance=
Piano performance in the lobby by volunteer community members.
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Tuesday July 1 11:30am - 1:30pm CDT
Elgin Genealogical Society Research Assistance
Receive one-on-one genealogy assistance from Elgin Genealogical Society volunteers.
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Tuesday July 1 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 July 1 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Comic Con - Teen Writing Club (Grades 7-12)
Let's make comics, play games, and cosplay as our favorite characters! Grades 7-12. Registration encouraged, but not required.
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Tuesday July 1 2:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
Power Up with Minecraft!
Enjoy Minecraft-themed crafts, activities, and books. Complete your summer reading challenge, redeem your prizes, and snap a photo with a Minecraft character by showing your reading progress!
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Tuesday July 1 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 July 2 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Shrink Plastic Art Crafternoon (Grades 7-12)
Beginners will use shrink plastic to make charms and keychains featuring their favorite characters. Experienced crafters will tackle larger and fancier projects, including 3D figures!
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Wednesday July 2 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Go Bilingual de verano en la Biblioteca
Aprende en la biblioteca. Participa con otras personas que hablan español o inglés como primer idioma. Learn at the Library with native English and Spanish speakers.
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Wednesday July 2 7:00pm - 8:30pm CDT
MS Excel Series
In this series, learn how to use Microsoft Excel to manipulate, format, and organize numbers and other types of data. Sponsored by Comcast Internet Essentials.
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Thursday July 3 10:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Piano Performance
Piano performance in the lobby by volunteer community members.
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Thursday July 3 6:00pm - 9:00pm CDT
EARLY LIBRARY CLOSED for the Independence Day Holiday
The Main Library, Rakow Branch and South Elgin close at 6 p.m.
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Friday July 4 All Day
LIBRARY CLOSED for the Independence Day Holiday
All library locations are closed for the Holiday.
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Monday July 7 10:00am - 10:30am CDT
Summer Story Mix for Birth-6
Join us for an interactive storytime! Best for kids birth-6 with an adult caregiver. All ages are welcome. Drop-in! No registration required.
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Monday July 7 11:00am - 11:45am CDT
Summer STEAM: All Creatures Great & Small
The world is full of so many amazing animals! Let's get together to learn about some lesser known animal friends.
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Monday July 7 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
Summer STEAM: All Creatures Great & Small
The world is full of so many amazing animals! Let's get together to learn about some lesser known animal friends.
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Monday July 7 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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Monday July 7 6:30pm - 8:30pm CDT
Poetry Writers Workshop
Share your love of poetry! Poets share their work in a supportive environment facilitated by Elgin Poet Laureate Emeritus Gareth Mann. Please register.