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Elgin Genealogical Society Research Assistance
2025-04-16 12:00:00 2025-04-16 14:00:00 America/Chicago Elgin Genealogical Society Research Assistance Receive one-on-one genealogy assistance from Elgin Genealogical Society volunteers. Main Library - 2nd Floor - Genealogy

Wednesday, April 16
12:00pm - 2:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-04-16 12:00:00 2025-04-16 14:00:00 America/Chicago Elgin Genealogical Society Research Assistance Receive one-on-one genealogy assistance from Elgin Genealogical Society volunteers. Main Library - 2nd Floor - Genealogy

Main Library

2nd Floor - Genealogy

Receive one-on-one genealogy assistance from Elgin Genealogical Society volunteers.

For more information about Elgin Genealogical Society, visit www.elginroots.com.

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EVENT TYPE: | Adult Programs |

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Dinosaur Explorer Exhibit
Tue, Dec 09, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Main Library
Dinosaur Explorer journeys through the wildest, wackiest, and most wonderous dinosaurs and examines human physiology through the lens of these magnificent creatures.  Produced by Imagine.
Baby Rhyme Time - For ages 0-11 months
Tue, Dec 09, 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.
This event is full
Congressional Mobile Office Hours
Tue, Dec 09, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Main Library - Lobby - Concierge
Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi’s staff will be available to discuss and assist with federal issues you and your family are facing.
1, 2, 3 Go!
Tue, Dec 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Families are invited to share stories, rhymes and musical activities together in this interactive storytime. For ages 1-3 with an adult caregiver. Drop-in program! No registration required.
Bounce & Rhyme Storytime - Ages 0-3
Tue, Dec 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Large Exhibit Area
Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs in this interactive Storytime.
This event is full
Search Like a Librarian
Tue, Dec 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Learn how to get the most out of your research by using different search engines, AI chatbots, databases, and how to verify facts in this class.
Registration is now closed
Armchair Generals - Annual Holiday Trivia Game
Tue, Dec 09, 11:45am - 1:15pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms AB
Monthly Civil War-focused discussion group. Generally meets 2nd week of the month. No registration.
TechKnow Mobile Stop: Hanover Landing
Tue, Dec 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Mobile Services - Sprinter
711 E Chicago Street, Elgin IL 60120
Cancelled
The Legacy of Julia Child's Kitchen - with Author and Smithsonian Curator Paula J. Johnson
Tue, Dec 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Join us for a conversation that’s sure to warm your heart (& make your stomach rumble), as we delve into the legacy of cooking icon Julia Child w/ Smithsonian curator Paula J. Johnson. Please register
Bookmobile Stop: New Covenant - Parkway Ave, Elgin
Tue, Dec 09, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Mobile Services
Near New Covenant church 2:00 - 2:30pm
Bookmobile Stop: Lin Lor - Lin Lor Ln, Elgin
Tue, Dec 09, 2:45pm - 3:30pm
Mobile Services
Near St Joseph's Hospital 2:45 - 3:30pm
Elgin Area Memory Cafe'
Tue, Dec 09, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
In The Community
Those with dementia and their care partners are invited for a social event and resources at South Elgin Public Works Building, 1000 Bowes Rd. RSVP 847-289-5848.
Bookmobile Stop: Deer Pointe - Richmond Cir, South Elgin
Tue, Dec 09, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Mobile Services
Deer Point Dr & Richmond Cir 4:00 - 4:45pm
K-Pop Afternoon for Grades 6-12
Tue, Dec 09, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Studio 270
Are you a fan of BTS, Blackpink, Enhypen, or other K-pop groups? Come enjoy your favorite K-pop songs while you make buttons, shrink-plastic charms, and other crafts.
Cookies with Mrs. Claus - South Elgin Branch
Tue, Dec 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Hoffer Meeting Room
Mrs. Claus will be in from the North Pole with one of the elves! Enjoy story time, a sweet treat, and pictures with Mrs. Claus.
Registration is now closed
Grupo de Conversación en Inglés en línea o en la Biblioteca - English Conversation Group -Main Library and Zoom
Tue, Dec 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Room C
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
Registration is now closed
MS Word Series
Tue, Dec 09, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
In this series, learn the fundamentals of Microsoft Word to create, format, edit and design. Sponsored by Comcast Internet Essentials.
Registration is now closed
Library Board Meeting
Tue, Dec 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Elgin Room
Monthly meeting of the Library Board which is generally held on the second Tuesday of the month.
Dinosaur Explorer Exhibit
Wed, Dec 10, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Main Library
Dinosaur Explorer journeys through the wildest, wackiest, and most wonderous dinosaurs and examines human physiology through the lens of these magnificent creatures.  Produced by Imagine.
Toddler Time - For children 1-2 years old
Wed, Dec 10, 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.
This event is full
Bounce & Rhyme Storytime - Ages 0-3
Wed, Dec 10, 9:30am - 10:00am
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Shales Children's Activity Room
Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs in this interactive Storytime.
This event is full
Toddler Time - For children 1-2 years old
Wed, Dec 10, 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.
This event is full
Budding Bookworms Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5
Wed, Dec 10, 10:15am - 10:45am
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Shales Children's Activity Room
Preschoolers will enjoy stories, songs, and activities.
Bookmobile Stop: Willow Lake Estates - Recreation Rd, Elgin
Wed, Dec 10, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Mobile Services
Lot near pool 2:00 - 2:45pm
Bookmobile Stop: Highbury - Highbury Dr, Elgin
Wed, Dec 10, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Mobile Services
West of Waverly Dr 3:00 - 3:45pm
Bookmobile Stop: Woodview - Woodview Cir, Elgin
Wed, Dec 10, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Mobile Services
Near Woodview Cir & Wynnfield Ct 4:00 - 4:45pm
Bookmobile Stop: Crestwood - Hemlock Ln
Wed, Dec 10, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Mobile Services
Hemlock Ln & Poplar Creek Dr, near playground 5:00 - 5:45pm
Go Bilingual en la Biblioteca - Go Bilingual at the Library
Wed, Dec 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Room C
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.
Backstage and Beyond: - Memories of a 60s & 70s concert promoter
Wed, Dec 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Elgin Room
Former concert promoter and author Phil Brakefield, along with Sharry Blazier of the Elgin Public Museum, will share stories and live music snippets--from Frank Sinatra to Jimi Hendrix and many more.
Code with AI
Wed, Dec 10, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Learn how AI can help you build a website using HTML, create code that can organize your computer, and how to create custom searchable databases. Beginner friendly — no coding experience needed!
This event is full
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