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Poetry Writers Workshop

Hybrid
2025-06-02 18:30:00 2025-06-02 20:30:00 America/Chicago Poetry Writers Workshop Share your love of poetry! Poets share their work in a supportive environment facilitated by Elgin Poet Laureate Emeritus Gareth Mann. Please register. Main Library - Adult Programs - Zoom, Grove Room

Monday, June 02
6:30pm - 8:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-06-02 18:30:00 2025-06-02 20:30:00 America/Chicago Poetry Writers Workshop Share your love of poetry! Poets share their work in a supportive environment facilitated by Elgin Poet Laureate Emeritus Gareth Mann. Please register. Main Library - Adult Programs - Zoom, Grove Room

Main Library

Adult Programs - Zoom, Grove Room

Share your love of poetry! Poets share their work in a supportive environment facilitated by Elgin Poet Laureate Emeritus Gareth Mann. Please register.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Hybrid | Book Clubs & Discussion Groups |

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TechKnow Mobile Stop: Food For Greater Elgin
Tue, Jun 03, 8:30am - 10:00am
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TechKnow Mobile Stop: Food For Greater Elgin – 1553 Commerce Dr.- Elgin 60123
Bounce & Rhyme Storytime - Ages 1-3 years old
Tue, Jun 03, 9:15am - 9:45am
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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Elgin Genealogical Society
Tue, Jun 03, 9:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Grove Room
Semi-monthly meeting of the Elgin Genealogical Society. No registration required.
Tiny Tales
Tue, Jun 03, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Enjoy an interactive storytime with your child that includes books, songs, music, and movement. For ages birth - age 2 with an adult caregiver. Drop-in program! No registration required.
Bounce & Rhyme Storytime - Ages 1-3 years old
Tue, Jun 03, 10:00am - 10:30am
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Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs in this interactive Storytime. Ages 1-3 years old with adult caregiver.
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Patio Playtime
Tue, Jun 03, 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!
Budding Bookworms Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5 years old
Tue, Jun 03, 10:45am - 11:15am
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Large Exhibit Area
Preschoolers will enjoy stories, songs, and activities. Ages 3-5 years old
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Book Bike: Adventures in the Zoo
Tue, Jun 03, 11:00am - 12:30pm
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Location: Lords Park Zoo
Elgin Genealogical Society Research Assistance
Tue, Jun 03, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Main Library - 2nd Floor - Genealogy
Receive one-on-one genealogy assistance from Elgin Genealogical Society volunteers.
Career Coach in the Library
Tue, Jun 03, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Drop in for a consultation with a Career Coach from workNet Batavia!
Bookmobile Stop: Westwind Towers
Tue, Jun 03, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
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Bookmobile stop: State Street Towers – main entrance – 104 S. State St. – Elgin 60123 – 2:00-2:45
Rainbow Accordion Books - Teen Writing Club (Grades 7-12)
Tue, Jun 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Let's make rainbow accordion books! Grades 7-12. Registration encouraged, but not required.
Bookmobile Stop: Eastside Neighborhood Garden
Tue, Jun 03, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Eastside Neighborhood Garden – Borsford Pl., near Channing & Division – Elgin 60120 – 3:00-3:45
Bookmobile Stop: Buena Vista Apartments & Townhomes
Tue, Jun 03, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
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Bookmobile stop: Buena Vista Apts. & Townhomes – Large playground in back off Amanda Cr. – Elgin 60123 - 4:00-4:45
Clases de Ciudadanía en español - Spanish Citizenship classes
Tue, Jun 03, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
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Esta serie cubrirá las preguntas cívicas en preparación para el examen de ciudadanía. Para obtener más información, comuníquese con Annie Jarvis de YWCA (331) 442-6358. Presentado en español.
Getting Started with Arduino
Tue, Jun 03, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Learn the basics of programming with Arduino hardware. Sponsored by Comcast Internet Essentials.
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Grupo de Conversación en Inglés en línea o en la Biblioteca - English Conversation Group -Hybrid-Main Library and Zoom
Tue, Jun 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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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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Security Through Surveillance
Tue, Jun 03, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Elgin Room
Join detectives from the Elgin Police Department and learn how to effectively utilize surveillance cameras to prevent and solve crimes. Beneficial for both homeowners and businesses. Please Register
Bounce & Rhyme Storytime - Ages 1-3 years old
Wed, Jun 04, 9:15am - 9:45am
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.
Registration is now closed
Tiny Tales
Wed, Jun 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Enjoy an interactive storytime with your child that includes books, songs, music, and movement. For ages birth - age 2 with an adult caregiver. Drop-in program! No registration required.
Bounce & Rhyme Storytime - Ages 1-3 years old
Wed, Jun 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
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Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs in this interactive Storytime. Ages 1-3 years old with adult caregiver.
Registration is now closed
iPhone Basics for Seniors
Wed, Jun 04, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Learn basic iPhone operations: adding and removing apps, increase text size, battery care, what to do with that pesky "low memory" message, and much more. This class is best suited for new users.
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Budding Bookworms Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5 years old
Wed, Jun 04, 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
Sprinter: SLOTG Lords Park
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