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¿Cuándo aplaudo? ¿Qué me pongo?

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2024-10-30 18:00:00 2024-10-30 19:00:00 America/Chicago ¿Cuándo aplaudo? ¿Qué me pongo? ¡Prepárate con nosotros para el concierto del Día de Muertos de la Orquesta Sinfónica de Elgin! y disfruta del monólogo "Adios mi tierra" por el Círculo de Artistas Latinos. Programa Bilingüe. Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms AB

Wednesday, October 30
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-10-30 18:00:00 2024-10-30 19:00:00 America/Chicago ¿Cuándo aplaudo? ¿Qué me pongo? ¡Prepárate con nosotros para el concierto del Día de Muertos de la Orquesta Sinfónica de Elgin! y disfruta del monólogo "Adios mi tierra" por el Círculo de Artistas Latinos. Programa Bilingüe. Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms AB

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Meadows Community Rooms AB

¡Prepárate con nosotros para el concierto del Día de Muertos de la Orquesta Sinfónica de Elgin! y disfruta del monólogo "Adios mi tierra" por el Círculo de Artistas Latinos. Programa Bilingüe.

Cómo ha evolucionado la experiencia de los conciertos de música clásica

Acompáñanos en una amena conversación con el director de orquesta Chad Goodman. En esa antesala al concierto, exploraremos cómo ha evolucionado la experiencia de los espectáculos de música clásica, la inspiración detrás de la música, así como el significado de esta maravillosa celebración. Tendremos sorpresas, como el sorteo de boletos para el concierto del Día de los Muertos de la Orquesta Sinfónica de Elgin.

How the classical concert experience has evolved

Get ready for the Elgin Symphony’s Día de los Muertos Concert! Join us for an enlightening discussion with Music Director Chad Goodman. We’ll explore how the classical concert experience has evolved, uncover the inspiration behind the music, and delve into the significance of this vibrant celebration! We will have surprises, such as the drawing of tickets for the Elgin Symphony Orchestra’s Día de los Muertos concert and enjoy the presentation of the monologue “Adios mi tierra” by the Círculo de Artistas Latinos. Presented in Spanish and English.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | En Espanol |

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Toddler Time - For children 1-2 years old
Wed, Apr 08, 9:15am - 9:35am
Main Library - Story Room - North
This engaging storytime will include short stories, fingerplays, rhymes, and music movement activities with a parent or caregiver. Registration required.
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Bounce & Rhyme Storytime - Ages 0-3
Wed, Apr 08, 9:30am - 10:00am
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Shales Children's Activity Room
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Wed, Apr 08, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Main Library - Rotunda
Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi’s staff will be available to discuss and assist with federal issues you and your family are facing.
Toddler Time - For children 1-2 years old
Wed, Apr 08, 10:00am - 10:20am
Main Library - Story Room - North
This engaging storytime will include short stories, fingerplays, rhymes, and music movement activities with a parent or caregiver.
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Budding Bookworms Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5
Wed, Apr 08, 10:15am - 10:45am
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Shales Children's Activity Room
Preschoolers will enjoy stories, songs, and activities.
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Main Library - Computer Training Room
Learn about common viruses, email and Internet safety, firewalls, and other security features and practices in this class.
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Tech Mobile Stop: Izaak Walton Center
Wed, Apr 08, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Mobile Services
899 Jay St, Elgin, IL 60120
Elgin Symphony Orchestra Listeners Club
Wed, Apr 08, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Music Director Chad Goodman will lead discussions about upcoming ESO concerts, repertoire, guest artists, special events and other Symphony-related topics. Please register.
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Tech Mobile Stop: Greater Family Health
Wed, Apr 08, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
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Wed, Apr 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Studio 270
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Small Business Workshop: Business Legal Challenges - Taller para Empresas Pequeñas: Retos Legales para Negocios
Wed, Apr 08, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
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Bookmobile Stop: Rivers Edge
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Wed, Apr 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Elgin Room
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Wed, Apr 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Studio 270
Come talk about what you are currently listening to! Pizza will be provided. Please register
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Wed, Apr 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library
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Main Library - Computer Training Room
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Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
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Tech Mobile Stop: Coleman Elementary School
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Free Tax Preparation
Thu, Apr 09, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
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Free tax preparation for individuals & families who qualify for the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. Asistencia gratuita con preparación de impuestos sin cita.
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