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Sonidos del Inglés Online / Sounds of English Online Class
2020-05-07 19:00:00 2020-05-07 20:00:00 America/Chicago Sonidos del Inglés Online / Sounds of English Online Class Reconoce los sonidos del inglés, practica pronunciarlos, y aprende a diferenciarlos al escucharlos. Escribe a www.biblioteca@gailborden.info para datos para ingresar a la reunión. Virtual -

Thursday, May 07
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2020-05-07 19:00:00 2020-05-07 20:00:00 America/Chicago Sonidos del Inglés Online / Sounds of English Online Class Reconoce los sonidos del inglés, practica pronunciarlos, y aprende a diferenciarlos al escucharlos. Escribe a www.biblioteca@gailborden.info para datos para ingresar a la reunión. Virtual -

Reconoce los sonidos del inglés, practica pronunciarlos, y aprende a diferenciarlos al escucharlos. Escribe a www.biblioteca@gailborden.info para datos para ingresar a la reunión.

Handouts para esta clase:

The Sound of the S

Minimal Pair Practice

Puede unirse a la reunión virtual en la plataforma de Zoom en una computadora, y a través de la aplicación Zoom en una tableta o teléfono celular. O puede llamar usando un teléfono para participar a través de audio solamente.  

Ingrese su dirección de correo electrónico para obtener instrucciones y detalles de conexión. 

También se puede comunicar con biblioteca@gailborden.info para para obtener instrucciones y detalles de conexión y para asistencia para aprender a usar Zoom. 

Recognize the sounds of English, practice how to pronounce them, and learn to differentiate them by listening to them. We will emphasize the sounds of vowels. This free class will help you improve your pronunciation and understanding of spoken English. 

You can join the Zoom meeting on a computer, through the Zoom app on a tablet or smartphone. Or you can call in using a cell phone or landline.


You can join the Zoom video meeting on a computer, through the Zoom app on a tablet or smartphone, or you can call in to participate through audio. 


Please enter your e-mail address for instructions and connection details. You may also contact biblioteca@gailborden.info to get meeting details and for help accessing Zoom. 


Led by Claudia Heinrich. Recommended for intermediate level. The class will be virtually via Zoom. 
 

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | En Espanol |

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Toddler Time - For children 1-2 years old
Wed, Jan 21, 9:15am - 9:35am
Main Library - Story Room - North
This engaging storytime will include short stories, fingerplays, rhymes, and music movement activities with a parent or caregiver.
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Bounce & Rhyme Storytime - Ages 0-3
Wed, Jan 21, 9:30am - 10:00am
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Shales Children's Activity Room
Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs in this interactive Storytime.
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Toddler Time - For children 1-2 years old
Wed, Jan 21, 10:00am - 10:20am
Main Library - Story Room - North
This engaging storytime will include short stories, fingerplays, rhymes, and music movement activities with a parent or caregiver.
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Budding Bookworms Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5
Wed, Jan 21, 10:15am - 10:45am
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Shales Children's Activity Room
Preschoolers will enjoy stories, songs, and activities.
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Elgin Genealogical Society Research Assistance
Wed, Jan 21, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - 2nd Floor - Genealogy
Receive one-on-one genealogy assistance from Elgin Genealogical Society volunteers.
Pinochle Club
Wed, Jan 21, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Hoffer Meeting Room
Come join us for Pinochle play. Emphasis will be on three person single deck three card widow version however other versions may also be played.
Teen Volunteer Hour
Wed, Jan 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Shales Children's Activity Room
Complete a hands-on volunteer project that benefits the library or one of our community outreach initiatives. Teen volunteers must complete the teen volunteer orientation before participating.
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Go Bilingual en la Biblioteca - Go Bilingual at the Library
Wed, Jan 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Elgin Room
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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MS PowerPoint Series - Special Effects
Wed, Jan 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
South Elgin Branch
Learn how to use Microsoft PowerPoint to create, and design visual elements like transitions and animations that make a presentation more dynamic.
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Cemetery Prairies a Matter of Life and Death
Wed, Jan 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual
Over 20 pioneer prairie cemeteries are now Nature Preserves. Though small, they’re vital remnants of rare prairies. Explore their value, challenges, and how volunteers can help protect them.
Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. 4-Part Discussion Series - American Theologian--Civil Rights--Non-Violence--Poverty
Wed, Jan 21, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Do we really know who Martin Luther King, Jr. was and what he believed? A panel of local pastors, educators, and activists debate King's beliefs on theology, Civil Rights, non-violence, and poverty.
MS Excel Series
Wed, Jan 21, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
In this series, learn how to use Microsoft Excel to manipulate, format, and organize numbers and other types of data. Sponsored by Comcast Internet Essentials.
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Walking Book Club - The Poppy Fields by Nikki Erlick
Wed, Jan 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.
Baby Rhyme Time - For ages 0-11 months
Thu, Jan 22, 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.
Device Advice
Thu, Jan 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.
Preschool Storytime - For ages 3-6
Thu, Jan 22, 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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Story Mix for Birth-6
Thu, Jan 22, 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!
File Management
Thu, Jan 22, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Learn how to navigate your computer's file explorer to create folders, rename files, and create organizational systems that work for you.
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Developing Your Small Business - With the Business Development Center at ECC
Thu, Jan 22, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Main Library - Grove Room
Do you need help developing a new or existing small business? Drop by the library to get started with an advisor from the Business Development Center at ECC! Registration not required.
Kids Explore: Crazy Cool Cephalopods - Grades K-5, Registration Required
Thu, Jan 22, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Main Library - Story Room
Did you know that octopuses, squids, nautiluses and cuttlefish are all cephalopods? Join Ms. Carrie to dive into some fun facts about these animals & make a dumbo octopus craft. Registration required.
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Lawyer in the Library - Abogado en la Biblioteca
Thu, Jan 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Have a legal question? Walk in for a free, 15-minute consultation! In partnership with Kane County Law Library & Self Help Legal Center. Registration not required. Ayuda legal disponible en español.
A History Lover's Guide to Chicago
Thu, Jan 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
This presentation goes beyond traditional guidebooks. It digs deeper, explores Chicago’s sweeping historical architecture, and revels in little-known but fascinating stories. Please Register
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