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Fresh Air Fridays
2025-06-27 15:30:00 2025-06-27 16:30:00 America/Chicago Fresh Air Fridays Calling all Nature Rangers! Join us for a hike at a local forest preserve or nature center. Please register. In The Community - In the Community

Friday, June 27
3:30pm - 4:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-06-27 15:30:00 2025-06-27 16:30:00 America/Chicago Fresh Air Fridays Calling all Nature Rangers! Join us for a hike at a local forest preserve or nature center. Please register. In The Community - In the Community

In The Community

In the Community

Calling all Nature Rangers! Join us for a hike at a local forest preserve or nature center. Please register.

May 16th - Bluff Spring Fen -945 Bluff City Blvd., Elgin, IL. The Fen is only accessible through Bluff City cemetery, for parking, head to the rear on Lawndale which curves slightly to the right and becomes Dell Ave.

The rustic, single-file trails will not accommodate assistive devices such as strollers or wheelchairs. Closed toe shoes are recommended.

 May 23rd - Burnidge Forest Preserve - parking off of Combs Rd.

June 20th - John Duerr Woods - Parking off of Rt 31.

June 27th - Otter Creek Forest Preserve - parking off of Hopps Rd.

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Nature & Science | Health & Wellness |

TAGS: | Nature Rangers |

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We're open 9:00AM to 5:30PM

Mon, Jun 23 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Tue, Jun 24 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Wed, Jun 25 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Thu, Jun 26 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Fri, Jun 27 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Jun 28 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sun, Jun 29 9:00AM to 5:30PM
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Upcoming Events

Let's Play! - Ages 3-5 years old
Fri, Jun 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Lawn
Ages 3-5 Join us OUTSIDE for fun outdoor activities. Dress appropriately and come ready to play and have fun!
Little Listeners: Sing & Soar with Nanny Nikki
Fri, Jun 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Enjoy the summer with children's musician Nanny Nikki! This engaging and energetic performance will feature playful tunes and interactive rhythms perfect for little ones.
Drop In and DRAW with Ms. Carrie - Grades 2-6 (In person)
Fri, Jun 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Sally Lee Fox & Eagle Rooms
Do you love to draw? Ms. Carrie does. DROP IN for a drawing club where you can learn to draw a few items & then have time to color & share your creations. Each session will have a unique theme.
Teen Volunteer Hour
Fri, Jun 27, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Room A
Teens in grades 7-12 are invited to volunteer at the library. Teen volunteers participate in a diverse range of services that enhance the library experience, making it a welcoming place for everyone.
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Book Bike: Elgin Farmers Market
Fri, Jun 27, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Mobile Services
Location: South Riverside Drive
Fresh Air Fridays
Fri, Jun 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
In The Community - In the Community
Calling all Nature Rangers! Join us for a hike at a local forest preserve or nature center. Please register.
Lao Connection - Taste of Laos
Sat, Jun 28, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Get a taste of Lao food while learning about some of it's popular dishes with Jacob Singhavong, author of "Sticky Rice For Lunch", and Douangchay, owner of Douangchay's Kitchen. Please register
Reading by the River with Representative Anna Moeller - Bringing Awareness to Child Abuse Prevention
Sat, Jun 28, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Main Library
Join Anna Moeller for our annual Reading by the River, Child Abuse awareness event. Families will listen to stories, and enjoy the scenic river view, from the west side of the Youth Center.
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