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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.

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

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Celebrate 250: Years of Elgin - A Commemorative Exhibit
Wed, Feb 18, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Main Library
Celebrate America's 250th birthday with the 250 Years of Elgin exhibit. This engaging exhibit highlights the pivotal moments that shaped Elgin into the culturally vibrant city it is today.
Black History Month Exhibit: Project 2-3-1 - Second Floor
Wed, Feb 18, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Main Library
Project 2-3-1 is an exhibit based on the local documentary that tells the history of African Americans in Elgin.
Computers 101 Series
Wed, Feb 18, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
New to computers or need a refresher on how to get started? Learn how to use the mouse and keyboard, pick up basic computer skills and browse the internet in this series. Sponsored by Comcast.
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Tech Mobile Stop: Izaak Walton Center - EPEL Playgroup
Wed, Feb 18, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Mobile Services
899 Jay St, Elgin, IL 60120
Elgin Genealogical Society Research Assistance
Wed, Feb 18, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - 2nd Floor - Genealogy
Receive one-on-one genealogy assistance from Elgin Genealogical Society volunteers.
Pinochle Club
Wed, Feb 18, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Hoffer Meeting Room
Come join us for Pinochle play. Emphasis will be on three person single deck three card widow version however other versions may also be played.
Tech Mobile Stop: Ronald D O'Neal Elementary School
Wed, Feb 18, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Mobile Services
510 Franklin Blvd, Elgin, IL 60120
Teen Volunteer Hour
Wed, Feb 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Shales Children's Activity Room
Complete a hands-on volunteer project that benefits the library or one of our community outreach initiatives. Teen volunteers must complete the teen volunteer orientation before participating.
Go Bilingual en la Biblioteca - Go Bilingual at the Library
Wed, Feb 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Elgin Room
Aprende en la biblioteca. Participa con otras personas que hablan español o inglés como primer idioma. Learn at the Library with native English and Spanish speakers.
Walking Book Club - The Lotus Shoes by Jane Yang
Wed, Feb 18, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Conference Room
The Walking Book Club meets weekly on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 pm to walk, followed by the book discussion at 7:45 pm at the Main Library.
Celebrate 250: Years of Elgin - A Commemorative Exhibit
Thu, Feb 19, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Main Library
Celebrate America's 250th birthday with the 250 Years of Elgin exhibit. This engaging exhibit highlights the pivotal moments that shaped Elgin into the culturally vibrant city it is today.
Black History Month Exhibit: Project 2-3-1 - Second Floor
Thu, Feb 19, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Main Library
Project 2-3-1 is an exhibit based on the local documentary that tells the history of African Americans in Elgin.
Device Advice
Thu, Feb 19, 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.
Piano Performance - Steve Yoder
Thu, Feb 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Lobby - Piano
Piano performance in the lobby by volunteer community members.
Exploring Artificial Intelligence
Thu, Feb 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
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.
Tech Mobile Stop: Highland Elementary School
Thu, Feb 19, 2:45pm - 3:30pm
Mobile Services
190 N Melrose Ave, Elgin, IL 60123
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Free Tax Preparation
Thu, Feb 19, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library
Free tax preparation for individuals & families who qualify for the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. Asistencia gratuita con preparación de impuestos sin cita.
Grupo de Conversación para la Ciudadanía en inglés - En la biblioteca
Thu, Feb 19, 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.
Elgin Genealogical Society
Thu, Feb 19, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Zoom via EGS
Semi-monthly meeting of the Elgin Genealogical Society. No registration required.
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