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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 |

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Upcoming Events

1, 2, 3 Go!
Wed, Dec 11, 9:15am - 9:45am
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Families are invited to share stories, rhymes and musical activities together in this interactive storytime. For ages 1-3 with an adult caregiver. Drop-in program! No registration required.
Selling on eBay
Wed, Dec 11, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Learn how to create an auction, employ selling strategies to maximize profit, navigate eBay's rules and earn seller ratings that boost future business.
Registration is now closed
Bookmobile Stop: South Elgin Branch
Wed, Dec 11, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop in Butera parking lot
On Pulse-Pounding, Family Driven Mysteries - A Conversation with Laura Dave
Wed, Dec 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Join us for a captivating conversation with #1 New York Times bestselling author Laura Dave, as she chats with us online about her newest book The Night We Lost Him. Please register.
Register
Sprinter Special Event: United Way Mobile Food Pantry - Elgin Community College
Wed, Dec 11, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Mobile Services - Sprinter
1700 Spartan Dr. Elgin IL 60123- Food Distribution begins at 3:30.
Bookmobile Stop: Willow Lake Estates
Wed, Dec 11, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Willow Lakes Estates – club house – 161 W. River Road – Elgin 60123 – 2:00-2:45
Bookmobile Stop: Highbury Drive
Wed, Dec 11, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Highbury Dr., east of Waverly – Elgin 60120 – 3:00-3:45
Bookmobile Stop: Woodview Circle
Wed, Dec 11, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Woodview Circle – corner of Woodview Cr. & Chicago St., Elgin 60120 – 4:00-4:45
Cancelled
Studio 270 Volunteer Corps
Wed, Dec 11, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library
Help out the library with various projects. Meet in Studio 270. Registration Required.
Create your Way
Wed, Dec 11, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Studio 270 Digital Media Lab
Drop in to Studio 270 and utilize our craft table, state of the art digital media editing software, musical instruments, vinyl sticker maker and more to create your own works of art.
Bookmobile Stop: Crestwood Apartments of Elgin
Wed, Dec 11, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Crestwood Apts. of Elgin – info office – 45 Poplar Creek Dr. – Elgin 60120 – 5:00-5:45
Cancelled
Newcomer Parent support group - Hispanic Services Outreach - en español
Wed, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
In The Community
¡Pase por la mesa de información de la biblioteca para obtener una tarjeta de la biblioteca, recursos y mas! Las reuniones se llevarán a cabo en: U-46 Welcome Center 1019 E Chicago St.
Charlie Brown Holiday concert - w/ Chris White Trio
Wed, Dec 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Experience a bit of nostalgia as The Chris White Trio performs Vince Guaraldi’s complete A Charlie Brown Christmas soundtrack this holiday season!
Registration is now closed
Family Storytime & Craft - Best for age 6 and under
Wed, Dec 11, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Main Library - Sally Lee Fox & Eagle Rooms
Join us for stories, songs, movement activities and a fun craft! Drop-in program!
Elgin Genealogical Research Assistance
Thu, Dec 12, 9:30am - 11:30am
Main Library - 2nd Floor - Genealogy
Receive one-on-one genealogy assistance from Elgin Genealogical Society volunteers.
Device Advice
Thu, Dec 12, 9:30am - 11:30am
Main Library - 2nd Floor - Behind Elevators
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.
Piano Performance - Steve Yoder
Thu, Dec 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Lobby - Piano
Piano performance in the lobby by volunteer community members.
Olmec Origins Guided Tour
Thu, Dec 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library
Join us for a guided tour of this unique exhibit. After a brief history of the Olmecs, we will visit a portion of the exhibit reflecting on the artist and their vision behind the creation.
Story Mix for Birth-6
Thu, Dec 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Join us for an interactive storytime! Best for kids birth-6 with an adult caregiver. All ages are welcome. Drop-in!
Elgin Men's Shed
Thu, Dec 12, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Grove Room
A Men's Shed is a place geared toward older men to gather, make new friendships while working on projects, learning new skills and hobbies, and giving back to the community. All are welcome.
TechKnow Mobile Stop: Festival Park
Thu, Dec 12, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Mobile Services - Sprinter
132 S Grove Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
Intro to TinkerCad
Thu, Dec 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Rakow Branch
This is a beginning class that will introduce you to 3D printing and you leave with a snowflake ornament.
This event is full
Tiempo de Cuentos & Canciones - Spanish Family Program
Thu, Dec 12, 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.
Tai Chi for Beginners - Online via Zoom
Thu, Dec 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Join Certified Tai Chi Master Instructor, Allison Deputy of MoonWillow Tai Chi, as she works you head to toe with gentle breathing and stretching then progressing to traditional movements. Register
Exploring Artificial Intelligence
Thu, Dec 12, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Elgin Room
Curious about the new world of Artificial Intelligence? Come learn about different types of AI programs and how to use newly developed tools to your advantage.
Registration is now closed
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