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Martin Luther King Jr. Day Special Program
2025-01-20 13:00:00 2025-01-20 15:00:00 America/Chicago Martin Luther King Jr. Day Special Program In our main library lobby area, please join the builders of Awesome Black Creativity, Dave Kaleta and Richard Dryden. Kaleta and Dryden appeared on Lego Masters in 2021. Main Library -

Monday, January 20
1:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-01-20 13:00:00 2025-01-20 15:00:00 America/Chicago Martin Luther King Jr. Day Special Program In our main library lobby area, please join the builders of Awesome Black Creativity, Dave Kaleta and Richard Dryden. Kaleta and Dryden appeared on Lego Masters in 2021. Main Library -

In our main library lobby area, please join the builders of Awesome Black Creativity, Dave Kaleta and Richard Dryden. Kaleta and Dryden appeared on Lego Masters in 2021.

Please join the builders of Awesome Black Creativity, Dave Kaleta and Richard Dryden. Kaleta and Dryden appeared on Lego Masters in 2021. They will discuss the inspiration behind their artistry. In addition, they will explain the process of selecting the 27-figures that celebrate contemporary and historical Black creatives across disciplines such as contemporary dance, photography, music, film, culinary arts, activism, and more. Young people and their families are welcome to participate in our brick-building workshop. 

AGE GROUP: | Family | All Ages | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Exhibits | Activity |

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Bounce & Rhyme Storytime - Ages 1-3 years old
Wed, May 21, 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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Bounce & Rhyme Storytime - Ages 1-3 years old
Wed, May 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
Rakow Branch
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
Wed, May 21, 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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South Elgin Bookmobile Stop - By South Elgin branch
Wed, May 21, 11:00am - 1:00pm
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Bookmobile Stop in the Freshway parking lot
Elgin Genealogical Society Research Assistance
Wed, May 21, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - 2nd Floor - Genealogy
Receive one-on-one genealogy assistance from Elgin Genealogical Society volunteers.
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Wed, May 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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You’re invited to an online intimate conversation with bestselling author Rachelle Bergstein as she chats about her newest book The Genius of Judy. Please register.
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Bookmobile Stop: Mulberry Grove Park
Wed, May 21, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
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Bookmobile stop: Mulberry Grove Park – 1770 Newbridge Cr. – Elgin 60123 – 3:00-3:45
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Wed, May 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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510 Franklin Blvd, Elgin, IL 60120. Meet us on the corner of Ann & Hill.
Bookmobile Stop: Rushmore Drive
Wed, May 21, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
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Bookmobile stop: Rushmore Drive, Bartlett 60103 – 4:30-5:00
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Wed, May 21, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
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Bookmobile Stop: Blue Heron Park
Wed, May 21, 5:15pm - 6:00pm
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Bookmobile stop: Blue Heron Park – 350 Blue Heron Way – Bartlett 60103 – 5:15-6:00
Go Bilingual en la Biblioteca - Go Bilingual at the Library
Wed, May 21, 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.
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Wed, May 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Elgin Room
Join architectural historian Rebecca Hunter for a look at the evolution of food markets in Elgin. This program is sponsored by Shared Harvest Food Cooperative. Please Register
Walking Book Club - The Life Impossible by Matt Haig
Wed, May 21, 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.
Windows 11 Basics
Wed, May 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Learn how to navigate the new Windows 11 interface, locate and manage your files, and customize your preferences in this class.
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RS- Illinois Park
Thu, May 22, 9:00am - 1:40pm
In The Community
30 minute storytime per class
Device Advice
Thu, May 22, 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.
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Thu, May 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Shales Living Room
Come learn how to use LinkedIn and Networking for the best job opportunities.
Computers 101 Series
Thu, May 22, 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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Loteria at The Park - Presented by the TechKnow Mobile - Lotería en el Parque - Presentado por el TechKnow Móvil
Thu, May 22, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
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Festival Park - 132 S Grove Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
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Lawyer in the Library - Abogado en la Biblioteca
Thu, May 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
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