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Armchair Generals

Traveling with a Sense of History: The Cedar Keys

Monthly Civil War-focused discussion group. Generally meets 2nd week of the month. No registration.

In this talk by Armchair General Bob Frenz, learn how Florida's Cedar Keys weathered the Civil War and beyond. 

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Older Adult Interest | History | Films | Book Clubs & Discussion Groups | Adult Programs |

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Main Library
Phone: 847-742-2411
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Mon, Oct 27 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Oct 28 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Oct 29 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Oct 30 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Oct 31 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Nov 01 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Nov 02 12:00PM to 5:00PM
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Mini Ofrenda en la biblioteca - Mini Ofrenda at the Library
Thu, Oct 30, All day
Main Library
Ven tú y tu familia y escriban un mensaje a un ser querido que ha partido y forma parte de la Mini-Ofrenda en la biblioteca durante las actividades del Día de Muertos.
Ofrenda Comunitaria del Día de Muertos- Exhibición - Day of the Dead Community Ofrenda- Exhibit
Thu, Oct 30, All day
Main Library - Elgin Room
Conoce una ofrenda tradicional del Día de Muertos y el significado de sus elementos. Ven y disfruta de esta experiencia.
Dinosaur Explorer Exhibit
Thu, Oct 30, 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.
Halloween Preschool Party!
Thu, Oct 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Calling all little pumpkins! Join us for a spook-tacular Halloween storytime, a parade throughout the library, and trick-or-treating. Costumes encouraged! *Please register for one session only.
Registration is now closed
TechKnow Mobile Stop: Coleman Elementary School
Thu, Oct 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Mobile Services - Sprinter
Please find us on the corner of Sherwood Ave and Oakhill Rd. Elgin IL 60120.
Teen Scream Horror Film Fest (Grades 7-12)
Thu, Oct 30, 3:00pm - 9:00pm
Main Library - Studio 270
Celebrate Halloween with a night of Horror Films, snacks, crafts, and a screaming contest. Costumes encouraged, but not required. Optional registration. Drop ins are welcome.
Registration is now closed
Jekyll and Hyde Revisited - Jekyll’s Moral Disintegration
Thu, Oct 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms AB
With role play, film, PowerPoint, & group discussion, this interactive presentation explores how the compassionate Dr. Jekyll gradually loses control to his darker alter ego, the sinister Mr. Hyde.
Registration is now closed
Mini Ofrenda en la biblioteca - Mini Ofrenda at the Library
Fri, Oct 31, All day
Main Library
Ven tú y tu familia y escriban un mensaje a un ser querido que ha partido y forma parte de la Mini-Ofrenda en la biblioteca durante las actividades del Día de Muertos.
Ofrenda Comunitaria del Día de Muertos- Exhibición - Day of the Dead Community Ofrenda- Exhibit
Fri, Oct 31, All day
Main Library - Elgin Room
Conoce una ofrenda tradicional del Día de Muertos y el significado de sus elementos. Ven y disfruta de esta experiencia.
Dinosaur Explorer Exhibit
Fri, Oct 31, 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.
Supported Halloween Party! - Best for ages 0-6 years
Fri, Oct 31, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Join us for stories, songs, and trick-or-treating at this Halloween Party designed to support children and families of all abilities. *Please register for one session only.
This event is full
Pop-Up Teen Volunteer Hour
Fri, Oct 31, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Make a difference by completing a hands-on volunteer project that benefits the library or the local community. Teen volunteers must complete the teen volunteer orientation before participating.
Cardboard Creations: Spooky Build & Imagine! - Creaciones con Cartón: ¡Construye e Imagina con Susto!
Fri, Oct 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Sally Lee Fox & Eagle Rooms
Make fun Halloween creations with cardboard.—costumes encouraged! Grades 3-6 ¡Crea divertidas creaciones de Halloween con cartón—¡se anima el uso de disfraces! Grados 3-6
TechKnow Mobile Stop: Harriet Gifford Elementary School
Fri, Oct 31, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Mobile Services - Sprinter
240 S Clifton Ave, Elgin, IL 60123
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