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.

BabyFest Book Challenge

150th Anniversary Special
2024-05-16 00:00:00 2024-05-16 23:59:00 America/Chicago BabyFest Book Challenge In honor of our library's 150th anniversary, new and soon-to-be caregivers are invited to a challenge. Read 150 books (only 5 per day!) with your baby or baby-to-be all month long and receive a prize! Main Library -

Thursday, May 16
All day

Add to Calendar 2024-05-16 00:00:00 2024-05-16 23:59:00 America/Chicago BabyFest Book Challenge In honor of our library's 150th anniversary, new and soon-to-be caregivers are invited to a challenge. Read 150 books (only 5 per day!) with your baby or baby-to-be all month long and receive a prize! Main Library -

In honor of our library's 150th anniversary, new and soon-to-be caregivers are invited to a challenge. Read 150 books (only 5 per day!) with your baby or baby-to-be all month long and receive a prize!

For current and soon-to-be caregivers and babies up to 18 months. Register using the Beanstack app or pick up a paper reading log in person at any library location. 

Let's celebrate books, babies, and a milestone anniversary with every page turned. Read 150 books with your baby or baby-to-be during the month of May! 

Visit https://gailborden.beanstack.org/reader365 to register! If you prefer a paper log, please pick up a copy at any library location.  You can also download a copy - Baby_Fest_Book_Challenge.pdf

Upon completing the challenge, celebrate your achievement with a special prize! Prizes will be available beginning May 15th at Main Library in the Early Learning Center, and at Rakow Branch and South Elgin Branch. Prizes must be picked up by Friday, June 7. 

AGE GROUP: | Baby & Toddler | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Activity |

TAGS: | |

Main Library
Phone: 847-742-2411
Hours

Today's hours

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

Mon, Sep 15 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Sep 16 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Sep 17 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Sep 18 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Sep 19 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Sep 20 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Sep 21 12:00PM to 5:00PM
previous
this week
next

Upcoming Events

Exhibición: Nuestros Héroes, Nuestras Historias - Our Heroes, Our Stories Exhibit
Thu, Sep 18, All day
Main Library
Ven y conoce los Avatares de los Héroes comunitarios. Patrocinado por la Fundación del Caucus Latino Legislativo de Illinois.
Semi-Annual Foundation Book Sale
Thu, Sep 18, 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!
Baby Rhyme Time - For ages 0-11 months
Thu, Sep 18, 9:15am - 9:45am
Main Library - Story Room - South
Calling all babies! Join us for singing, clapping, and simple stories at this program. Best for little ones 0-11 months with a parent or caregiver.
Device Advice
Thu, Sep 18, 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 18, 9:45am - 10:15am
Main Library - Story Room - North
Calling all preschoolers! This storytime features stories, songs, and rhymes for ages 3-6.
Cut the Cable Cord
Thu, Sep 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Main Library - Elgin Room
Tired of paying an overpriced bill? Learn about how you might be able the “cut the cable cord” in favor of popular streaming subscriptions like Netflix, Hulu and more.
Registration is now closed
TechKnow Mobile Stop: Smart Wash Lavanderia
Thu, Sep 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Mobile Services - Sprinter
425 Dundee Ave. – Elgin 60120
Wildlife Warriors: The Art of Healing Nature
Thu, Sep 18, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Main Library - Outdoor Stage
Anderson Humane staff will discuss their work in wildlife rehabilitation and give us tips for co-existing with our local wildlife. Special appearance by Wanda the Woodchuck!
Grupo de Conversación para la Ciudadanía en inglés - En la biblioteca
Thu, Sep 18, 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. Este grupo de conversación es solo en inglés.
Registration is now closed
Elgin Genealogical Society
Thu, Sep 18, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Grove Room
Semi-monthly meeting of the Elgin Genealogical Society. No registration required.
Exhibición: Nuestros Héroes, Nuestras Historias - Our Heroes, Our Stories Exhibit
Fri, Sep 19, All day
Main Library
Ven y conoce los Avatares de los Héroes comunitarios. Patrocinado por la Fundación del Caucus Latino Legislativo de Illinois.
Semi-Annual Foundation Book Sale
Fri, Sep 19, 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!
Purre Barre Pop-Up
Fri, Sep 19, 9:30am - 10:30am
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Lawn
Come by to try Pure Barre. It is a fusion of Pilates, yoga, and ballet. We will be meeting informally on the Rakow lawn.
Book Bike: Elgin Farmers Market
Fri, Sep 19, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Mobile Services
Location: South Riverside Drive
Fresh Air Friday - Jon J. Duerr Forest Preserve
Fri, Sep 19, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
In The Community - In the Community
Calling all Nature Rangers! Join us for a hike at a local forest preserve. Please register.
See all events