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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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Device Advice
Thu, Jul 10, 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.
Summer Story Mix for Birth-6
Thu, Jul 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
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! No registration required.
Piano Performance - Steve Yoder
Thu, Jul 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Lobby - Piano
Piano performance in the lobby by volunteer community members.
Patio Playtime
Thu, Jul 10, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library
Designed for toddlers and preschoolers, this open-ended playtime encourages imagination and fun on our KidSpace outdoor patio. Drop in and play—weather permitting!
Stories at Lords Park Zoo - Under the Hickory Tree
Thu, Jul 10, 11:30am - 12:00pm
In The Community
Bring a blanket or chair to sit on and listen to a 30 minute storytime about different animal friends. Lords Park Zoo 325 Hiawatha Dr. Elgin, IL 60120
Book Bike: Stories At Lords Park Zoo
Thu, Jul 10, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Mobile Services
Location: Lords Park Zoo
Elgin Men's Shed
Thu, Jul 10, 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.
Paperchain Snakes Crafternoon (Grades 7-12) - South Elgin Branch
Thu, Jul 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Hoffer Meeting Room
Let's make a giant paperchain snake! Registration encouraged, but not required. Drop-ins are welcome. Grades 7-12.
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TechKnow Mobile Stop: Coleman Elementary School
Thu, Jul 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Mobile Services
Please find us on the corner of Sherwood Ave and Oakhill Rd. Elgin IL 60120.
STEAM on Wheels at Festival Park - Ages 6-10 - STEAM Sobre Ruedas - Para edades de 6 a 10 años
Thu, Jul 10, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
In The Community - In the Community
Festival Park - 132 S Grove Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
TechKnow Mobile Stop: Festival Park
Thu, Jul 10, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Mobile Services - Sprinter
132 S Grove Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
Well Versed - Poetry, Music, & More Celebrating Disability Pride Month
Thu, Jul 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Join us for this program celebrating Disability Pride Month. We'll enjoy poems, songs, and more. Registration encouraged, but not required.
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Tu Dinero, Tu Futuro - Your Money, Your Future
Thu, Jul 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Elgin Room
¿El dinero te confunde? ¿Los términos financieros suenan como otro idioma? No te preocupes, aquí lo vamos a aprender todo.
Greenscreen Shooting - Digital Media Lab (Grades 7-12)
Thu, Jul 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Studio 270 Digital Media Lab
Create a video using a greenscreen, learn tips and tricks. Grades 7-12. Registration required.
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MS Excel Series
Thu, Jul 10, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
South Elgin Branch
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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Novel Ideas - How To Be Eaten by Maria Adelmann
Thu, Jul 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Join us for a small-group discussion of How To Be Eaten by Maria Adelmann.
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Writers on the Fox
Thu, Jul 10, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Grove Room
This writer's peer group will inspire and motivate you using prompts and exercises for creative writing. Writers of all genres are welcome to participate. Please Register.
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Wit's Workout
Fri, Jul 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Shales Living Room
Second Fridays, join us at Wits Workout which combines intellectually stimulating exercises, social interaction, and education about brain health in a friendly, engaging, and FUN way! Please register.
Fresh Air Friday: Backyard Birds- Grades: 1-6 - Rakow Branch-Outside
Fri, Jul 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Awning
Come learn about the types of birds you see in your backyards and beyond. Dress for the weather since we will be outside on the Rakow Branch property.
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Let's Play! - Ages 3-5 years old
Fri, Jul 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Lawn
Ages 3-5 Join us OUTSIDE for fun outdoor activities. Dress appropriately and come ready to play and have fun!
Drop In and DRAW with Ms. Carrie - Grades 2-6 (In person)
Fri, Jul 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Sally Lee Fox & Eagle Rooms
Do you love to draw? Ms. Carrie does. DROP IN for a drawing club where you can learn to draw a few items & then have time to color & share your creations. Each session will have a unique theme.
Book Bike: Elgin Farmers Market
Fri, Jul 11, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Mobile Services
Location: South Riverside Drive
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