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Poetry Alive

National Poetry Month
2025-04-29 19:00:00 2025-04-29 20:00:00 America/Chicago Poetry Alive Come celebrate National Poetry month with Elgin Poet Laureate Emeritus, Gareth Mann, and other local poets. Please Register Main Library - Elgin Room

Tuesday, April 29
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-04-29 19:00:00 2025-04-29 20:00:00 America/Chicago Poetry Alive Come celebrate National Poetry month with Elgin Poet Laureate Emeritus, Gareth Mann, and other local poets. Please Register Main Library - Elgin Room

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Elgin Room

Come celebrate National Poetry month with Elgin Poet Laureate Emeritus, Gareth Mann, and other local poets. Please Register

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Dinosaur Explorer Exhibit
Thu, Dec 04, 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
Thu, Dec 04, 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.
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Device Advice
Thu, Dec 04, 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.
Preschool Storytime - For ages 3-6
Thu, Dec 04, 9:45am - 10:15am
Main Library - Story Room - North
Calling all preschoolers! This storytime features stories, songs, and rhymes for ages 3-6.
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Piano Performance - Steve Yoder
Thu, Dec 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Lobby - Piano
Piano performance in the lobby by volunteer community members.
Computers 101 Series
Thu, Dec 04, 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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Story Mix for Birth-6
Thu, Dec 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Join us for an interactive storytime! Best for kids birth-6 years with an adult caregiver. All ages are welcome. Drop-in!
TechKnow Mobile Stop: Centro de Informacion
Thu, Dec 04, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Mobile Services - Sprinter
Centro de Informacion Elgin - 1885 Lin Lor Ln, Elgin, IL 60123
TechKnow Mobile Stop: Smart Wash Lavanderia
Thu, Dec 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mobile Services - Sprinter
425 Dundee Ave. – Elgin 60120
Holiday Santa Photo Op - Fotos con Santa
Thu, Dec 04, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Lobby
Ho, ho, ho! Santa will be taking pictures with children and families before the holidays. Please register for one 30-minute time slot. 
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Holiday Santa Photo Op - Fotos con Santa
Thu, Dec 04, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Lobby
Ho, ho, ho! Santa will be taking pictures with children and families before the holidays. Please register for one 30-minute time slot. 
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Holiday Santa Photo Op - Fotos con Santa
Thu, Dec 04, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Lobby
Ho, ho, ho! Santa will be taking pictures with children and families before the holidays. Please register for one 30-minute time slot. 
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Holiday Santa Photo Op - Fotos con Santa
Thu, Dec 04, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Lobby
Ho, ho, ho! Santa will be taking pictures with children and families before the holidays. Please register for one 30-minute time slot. 
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Digital Holiday Cards - Digital Media Lab (Grades 6-12)
Thu, Dec 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Studio 270 Digital Media Lab
Create your own holiday cards on Canva. Impress your family and friends with your graphic design skills. Grades 6-12. Registration required.
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Grupo de Conversación para la Ciudadanía en inglés - En la biblioteca
Thu, Dec 04, 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.
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Disneyland: Creating the Happiest Place on Earth
Thu, Dec 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual
Learn how Disneyland developed from a simple idea into an entertainment empire with theme parks all over the world. Please register
MS Word Series
Thu, Dec 04, 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.
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Writers on the Fox
Thu, Dec 04, 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.
Dinosaur Explorer Exhibit
Fri, Dec 05, 9:00am - 6:00pm
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.
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Enriching Partnerships for Early Learning - Collaboration Meeting
Fri, Dec 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm
New date Wednesday, January 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library
Join us to learn about The Basics of Greater Elgin!
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