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Under Our Feet Series

The Soil at My House: What Does All This Mean for Me?
2023-04-18 19:00:00 2023-04-18 20:00:00 America/Chicago Under Our Feet Series Soil scientist Stacy Zuber with local scientists, Gary Swick & Corey Begalka will talk about the basic principles of building healthy soil at home, techniques to use, even soil sampling & testing. Virtual -

Tuesday, April 18
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-04-18 19:00:00 2023-04-18 20:00:00 America/Chicago Under Our Feet Series Soil scientist Stacy Zuber with local scientists, Gary Swick & Corey Begalka will talk about the basic principles of building healthy soil at home, techniques to use, even soil sampling & testing. Virtual -

Soil scientist Stacy Zuber with local scientists, Gary Swick & Corey Begalka will talk about the basic principles of building healthy soil at home, techniques to use, even soil sampling & testing.

Panelists will draw parallels between these restorative gardening practices and regenerative agriculture, which is gaining prominence. Questions will be welcomed.

This 4-part series is part of the Start in Your Yard Initiative, provided by the Wild Ones of Greater Kane County & the Elgin Sustainability Commission.

New to native gardening? Get a certificate of participation to redeem at the GK Wild Ones native-plant sale in May.

Please Register for link to Zoom

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Virtual | Senior Interest | Nature & Science | Adult Programs |

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Phone: 847-742-2411
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Mon, Nov 21 9:00AM to 9:00PM
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Wed, Nov 23 9:00AM to 9:00PM
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Fri, Nov 25 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Nov 26 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Nov 27 12:00PM to 5:00PM
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Upcoming Events

4EVER4 Photo Display - Celebrating the 60th Anniversary of the Beatles
Sun, Nov 27, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Corridor West
Come see nearly 100 photographs of the Beatles in concert, their antics off stage, record albums, their movies, concert posters, ticket stubs, contracts, touring schedules, & other historical photos.
4EVER4 Photo Display - Celebrating the 60th Anniversary of the Beatles
Mon, Nov 28, 9:00am - 8:00pm
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Corridor West
Come see nearly 100 photographs of the Beatles in concert, their antics off stage, record albums, their movies, concert posters, ticket stubs, contracts, touring schedules, & other historical photos.
Preschool Storytime - For ages 3-6
Mon, Nov 28, 9:15am - 9:45am
Main Library - Story Room - North
Calling all preschoolers! This storytime features stories, songs, and rhymes for ages 3-6.
This event is full
Terrific Twos - For age two
Mon, Nov 28, 10:00am - 10:20am
Main Library - Story Room - South
Especially for two year-olds, this storytime will include songs, stories, and fingerplays. Please register.
This event is full
Spanish Café / Conversation Group at Library - Café en Español / en la Biblioteca
Mon, Nov 28, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Main Library - Grove Room
Intermediate-level participants practice structured and spontaneous conversational skills. Led by Pita Betancourt and Susana Thompson.
Registration is now closed
Rakow Readers Book Club
Mon, Nov 28, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Virtual - Branch Services - Zoom
Join the Rakow Readers for a lively book discussion on The Magnificent Lives of Marjorie Post by Allison Pataki on Zoom. Registration required.
Bookmobile Stop: Highland Oaks
Mon, Nov 28, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Bookmobile
Bookmobile stop: Highland Oaks – 2750 W. Highland Ave. – Elgin 60124 - 3:30-4:30
STEAM: Mosaics, Art or Science? - (In Person) Grades K-5
Mon, Nov 28, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Main Library - Sally Lee Fox & Eagle Rooms
Today's visual technology consists of pixels. What are they? How do they work? Let's explore pixels and an old art form that is similar, mosaics! Bring you art AND science talents to the program.
Registration is now closed
Canceled
K to 2- I'll Read to YOU! - South Elgin Branch
Mon, Nov 28, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
South Elgin Branch
Drop in story time for our Kindergarten through 2nd grade! Come enjoy fun stories and surprises!
Bookmobile Stop: Old Oaks Estates
Mon, Nov 28, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Bookmobile
Bookmobile stop: Old Oaks Estates – 850 Villa St. – corner of Nancy Ann & Suzanne Ln. – Elgin 60120 - 5:00-5:45
Budding Bookworms Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5 years old
Mon, Nov 28, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
South Elgin Branch
Preschoolers will enjoy stories, songs, and activities. Ages 3-5 years old
Registration is now closed
Taller de empleo en la Biblioteca: El currículo de empleo -
Mon, Nov 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Elgin Room
En este taller de dos partes aprenderás a elaborar un currículo que impacte y a escribir tu currículo en la computadora. Al registrarte quedarás inscrito para las dos partes. En español.
Wonderful Ones - For ages 12-23 months
Mon, Nov 28, 6:15pm - 6:45pm
Main Library - Story Room - South
This fun storytime will include short stories, fingerplays, rhymes, and music movement activities with a parent or caregiver. For ages 12-23 months.
Bookmobile Stop: Littleton Trail
Mon, Nov 28, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Bookmobile
Bookmobile stop: Littleton Trail near Keystone Ct. - Elgin 60120 - 6:30-7:15
Programa en español para la familia con Grisel - Spanish Family Program
Mon, Nov 28, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Sally Lee Fox & Eagle Rooms
¡Este programa en español variará, desde cuentos hasta manualidades y más! Perfecto para familias con niños de 3 años en adelante.
Concert Guest Pass: Chamber Music On The Fox - Carol of the Bells
Mon, Nov 28, 7:30pm - 9:00pm
In The Community
Guest pass to watch the Alloy Horn Quartet perform at The Ashbury - 1 Douglas Avenue, Elgin 60120
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