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Cut the Cable Cord
2025-01-22 10:30:00 2025-01-22 11:30:00 America/Chicago Cut the Cable Cord 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. Main Library - Elgin Room

Wednesday, January 22
10:30am - 11:30am

Add to Calendar 2025-01-22 10:30:00 2025-01-22 11:30:00 America/Chicago Cut the Cable Cord 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. Main Library - Elgin Room

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.

If you cannot attend this session, please cancel your registration.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Older Adult Interest | Computer & Technology |

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Exhibición: Nuestros Héroes, Nuestras Historias - Our Heroes, Our Stories Exhibit
Mon, Sep 15, All day
Main Library
Ven y conoce los Avatares de los Héroes comunitarios. Patrocinado por la Fundación del Caucus Latino Legislativo de Illinois.
Preschool Storytime - For ages 3-6
Mon, Sep 15, 9:15am - 9:45am
Main Library - Story Room - North
Calling all preschoolers! This storytime features stories, songs, and rhymes for ages 3-6.
Registration is now closed
Crafty Preschoolers - Ages 3-5
Mon, Sep 15, 10:00am - 10:30am
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Shales Children's Activity Room
Fun art projects for little artists. Please wear appropriate clothing.
Registration is now closed
TechKnow Mobile Stop: Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church - EPEL Playgroup
Mon, Sep 15, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Mobile Services - Sprinter
330 Griswold St, Elgin, IL 60123
Singer Featherweight Friends
Mon, Sep 15, 11:30am - 4:30pm
Main Library - Sally Lee Eagle Room
Come sew with fellow Singer Featherweight machine users, make new friends, learn new tips and tricks. Please bring your own machine and supplies. Ideas & suggestions offered Registration Recommended
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TechKnow Mobile Stop: Greater Family Health
Mon, Sep 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Mobile Services - Sprinter
373 Summit St, Elgin, IL 60120
Bookmobile Stop: Old Oaks Estates
Mon, Sep 15, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Old Oaks Estates – 850 Villa St. – corner of Nancy Ann & Suzanne Ln. – Elgin 60120 – 3:00-3:45
Bookmobile Stop: Huff Elementary
Mon, Sep 15, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Huff Elementary – Hastings St. near the school – Elgin 60120 – 4:00-4:45
STEAM: Apples! - (In Person) Grades K-6
Mon, Sep 15, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Main Library - Sally Lee Fox Room
Join us to do some fun STEAM experiments with fall's fabulous fruit, apples!
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Teen Volunteer Hour
Mon, Sep 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Grove Room
Please meet in the Grove Room on the 2nd floor. Teen volunteers must complete the teen volunteer orientation before participating.
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Tween Time! Bead-tastic Fun! Grades: 3-6 - South Elgin Branch
Mon, Sep 15, 4:45pm - 5:30pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Shales Children's Activity Room
The sky is the limit for creating with beads! Come in a create a bracelet, animal, suncatcher or whatever else you can think of. Register to join our first Tween Time!
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Bookmobile Stop: St. Francis Park
Mon, Sep 15, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: St. Francis Park – near Jefferson and Spring Streets – Elgin 60120 – 5:00-5:45
Evening Chess Club
Mon, Sep 15, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - 2nd Floor - Behind Elevators
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.
Google Tools: Sheets
Mon, Sep 15, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Learn how to create and manage spreadsheet data using Google Sheets. Sponsored by Comcast Internet Essentials.
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Contemporary Book Group - Isola by Allegra Goodman
Mon, Sep 15, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Grove Room
The Contemporary Book Group meets monthly to discuss current, interesting books in assorted genres. Meetings are held the third Monday of the month at 7:00 p.m. in the Grove Room at the Main Library.
Exhibición: Nuestros Héroes, Nuestras Historias - Our Heroes, Our Stories Exhibit
Tue, Sep 16, All day
Main Library
Ven y conoce los Avatares de los Héroes comunitarios. Patrocinado por la Fundación del Caucus Latino Legislativo de Illinois.
Baby Rhyme Time - For ages 0-11 months
Tue, Sep 16, 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.
Cook County Commissioner - Satellite Office Hours
Tue, Sep 16, 9:30am - 11:30am
Main Library - Rotunda
Get assistance and learn about resources which the Cook County Commissioner's office has to offer.
Bounce & Rhyme Storytime - Ages 1-3 years old
Tue, Sep 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Large Exhibit Area
Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs in this interactive Storytime. Ages 1-3 years old with adult caregiver.
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Budding Bookworms Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5 years old
Tue, Sep 16, 10:45am - 11:15am
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Large Exhibit Area
Preschoolers will enjoy stories, songs, and activities. Ages 3-5 years old
Registration is now closed
Career Coach in the Library
Tue, Sep 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Drop in for a consultation with a Career Coach from workNet Batavia!
Bookmobile Stop: New Covenant Fellowship
Tue, Sep 16, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: New Covenant Fellowship – Parkway Avenue – Elgin 60120 – 3:15-4:00
Bookmobile Stop: Lin Lor Lane
Tue, Sep 16, 2:45pm - 3:30pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Lin Lor Lane – corner of Lin Lor Ln. & Airlite St. - Elgin 60123 – 2:00-2:45
TechKnow Mobile Stop: Well Child Center
Tue, Sep 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Mobile Services - Sprinter
Well Child Center - 620 Wing St, Elgin, IL 60123
Bookmobile Stop: Deer Pointe Drive
Tue, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Deer Pointe Drive, South Elgin 60177 – 4:15-5:00
Read & Explore Kid's Book Club- Grades: 3-6 - The Lion of Mars by: Jennifer L. Holm - South Elgin Branch
Tue, Sep 16, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Shales Children's Activity Room
This program is a 4-week series that combines reading, critical thinking, and hands-on activities to enrich the experience.
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Medicare 101
Tue, Sep 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Elgin Room
Get up to speed on what Medicare covers, what it doesn't and your potential out-of-pocket exposure. Medicare Supplements, Advantage Plans, Part D Prescription Coverage, and cost saving strategies.
Cuentos y creaciones en familia - ¡Celebra el Otoño!
Tue, Sep 16, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Main Library - Sally Lee Fox & Eagle Rooms
¡Acompáñanos para una tarde mágica de historias otoñales, creatividad y diversión en familia!  ¡No te lo pierdas!
Grupo de Conversación en Inglés en línea o en la Biblioteca - English Conversation Group -Main Library and Zoom
Tue, Sep 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Grove Room
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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MS Excel Series
Tue, Sep 16, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
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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