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Book Bites- June Edition!

VIRTUAL for Grades 2-5 on ZOOM

2026-06-11 15:30:00 2026-06-11 16:15:00 America/Chicago Book Bites- June Edition! Nothing pairs better with an afternoon snack than a great book! Grab a snack & a book you enjoyed & join Ms. Carrie for a ZOOM book chat. We'll share book "bites" & add new titles to our TBR lists. Virtual - Kidspace - Zoom

Thursday, June 11
3:30pm - 4:15pm

Add to Calendar 2026-06-11 15:30:00 2026-06-11 16:15:00 America/Chicago Book Bites- June Edition! Nothing pairs better with an afternoon snack than a great book! Grab a snack & a book you enjoyed & join Ms. Carrie for a ZOOM book chat. We'll share book "bites" & add new titles to our TBR lists. Virtual - Kidspace - Zoom

Virtual

Kidspace - Zoom

Nothing pairs better with an afternoon snack than a great book! Grab a snack & a book you enjoyed & join Ms. Carrie for a ZOOM book chat. We'll share book "bites" & add new titles to our TBR lists.

Please note our new day- THURSDAY!!

Email address is required to receive link to ZOOM. 

There are NO MATERIALS to pick up from the library for this program.

Let's munch and chat- about our favorite books! Grab your favorite snack and a recent book- or two- and join Ms. Carrie for this online book chat. Ms. Carrie will share a few of her recent kid reads, and then you will be given the opportunity to share a "book bite" about a title of YOUR choice. (Books from the library or your own collection work great!) After the program, an email list of the books we discuss with be sent to all participants so that you can add the titles to your TBR (to be read) list. 

NOTE: Books recommended by participants will be random titles, but they must be appropriate for elementary students. A good rule of thumb is if it is available to check out from KidSpace, it should be appropriate for this program. The host reserves the right to eliminate titles from discussion if they do not fit this grade level requirement. If you are not sure if your book fits this category, please feel free to reach out to Ms. Carrie at crzeppa@gailborden.info before the program.

Not sure what book to share with the group? Don't want to present a book? That's OK- join us anyway!

New to Zoom? Click here for instructions. 

For a list of possible book titles that Ms. Carrie may recommend during this program, please click here

AGE GROUP: | Elementary School |

EVENT TYPE: | Virtual | Book Clubs & Discussion Groups | Activity |

TAGS: | KidSpace |

Virtual

Phone: 847-742-2411

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

Mon, Jun 08 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Jun 09 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Jun 10 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Jun 11 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Jun 12 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jun 13 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Jun 14 12:00PM to 5:00PM

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Programs presented virtually through FB, Zoom, YouTube, and other online sources.

Upcoming Events

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Thu, Jun 11, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Main Library
Explore our changing planet through a different lens, immerse yourself in incredible ecosystems and learn how the smallest of actions can have a big impact on our natural world.

Thu, Jun 11, 9:15am - 9:45am
Main Library - Story Room
Join us for play sessions where preschoolers and caregivers can connect, play, and explore together. Registration required.
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Thu, Jun 11, 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.

Thu, Jun 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
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!

Thu, Jun 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Lobby - Piano
Piano performance in the lobby by volunteer community members.

Thu, Jun 11, 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.

Thu, Jun 11, 11:30am - 12:00pm
In The Community
Bring a blanket or chair to sit on and listen to a 30 minute storytime about different animal friends. Lords Park Zoo 325 Hiawatha Dr. Elgin, IL 60120

Thu, Jun 11, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Studio 270 Digital Media Lab
Explore the basics of audio creation in this hands‑on beginner camp designed for students in grades 6–12.
Registration is now closed

Thu, Jun 11, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Grove Room
A Men's Shed is a place geared toward older men to gather, make new friendships while working on projects, learning new skills and hobbies, and giving back to the community. All are welcome.

Thu, Jun 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Shales Living Room
Make keychains, mini-figures, and other colorful art using Perler beads!

Thu, Jun 11, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Mobile Services
Please find us on the corner of Sherwood Ave and Oakhill Rd. Elgin IL 60120.

Thu, Jun 11, 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Virtual - Kidspace - Zoom
Nothing pairs better with an afternoon snack than a great book! Grab a snack & a book you enjoyed & join Ms. Carrie for a ZOOM book chat. We'll share book "bites" & add new titles to our TBR lists.

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Thu, Jun 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mobile Services
Come make a craft and then check out some books on the Techmobile at Trout Park.

Thu, Jun 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mobile Services
576 Trout Park Blvd, Elgin, IL 60120

Thu, Jun 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library
Join staff from the Information Services department to tour the Main Library building.

Thu, Jun 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Hoffer Meeting Room
If your garden flowers, vegetables, tree, herbs, and shrubs could speak-oh, the stories they would tell! Please register for in-person or on zoom.

Thu, Jun 11, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Grove Room
Join the discussion of Kadya Molodovsky's 1941 novel about a young Jewish emigré. Presented by Yiddish Book Center's Public Libraries Program, in partnership with ALA and Lilly Endowment, Inc.

Thu, Jun 11, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Learn how to identify the working parts of a computer, assemble & disassemble components and perform basic repairs in this two-part, hands-on series.
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Thu, Jun 11, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual
Join us for a special virtual presentation of the Barack Obama Presidential Library and Center. Presented by Kenvi Phillips and Tina Tchen.
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Fri, Jun 12, 9:00am - 6:00pm
Main Library
Explore our changing planet through a different lens, immerse yourself in incredible ecosystems and learn how the smallest of actions can have a big impact on our natural world.

Fri, Jun 12, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Lawn
Get ready to bounce, slide, and play at this drop-in inflatable extravaganza! We will have a dinosaur themed inflatable with colorful pop ups and 3D characters. Best for ages 3-5.

Fri, Jun 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Shales Living Room
Second Fridays, join us at Wits Workout which combines intellectually stimulating exercises, social interaction, and education about brain health in a friendly, engaging, and FUN way! Please register
Registration is now closed

Fri, Jun 12, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library
Designed for toddlers and preschoolers, this open-ended playtime encourages imagination and fun on our KidSpace outdoor patio. Drop in and play—weather permitting!

Fri, Jun 12, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Studio 270 Digital Media Lab
Explore the basics of audio creation in this hands‑on beginner camp designed for students in grades 6–12.

Fri, Jun 12, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Grove Room
Join us as we make a craft which will be distributed in our monthly activity kits to our care communities.

Fri, Jun 12, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Mobile Services
1300 N McLean Blvd, Elgin, IL 60123

Fri, Jun 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mobile Services
132 S Grove Ave, Elgin, IL 60120