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Curso para Eliminar el Estrés para Cuidadores - Online

El programa gratis en español consiste de 10 sesiones semanales de 90 minutos. Está diseñado para ayudar a las personas que cuidan de personas mayores a cuidar de éstos y de si mismos.

Los participantes recibirán los medios y las técnicas para manejar más eficazmente el estrés que pueden sentir al cuidar de otra persona mejorar su bienestar.

Se proporcionarán recursos completamente gratis incluyendo una guía en español con CD y DVD, materiales de arte y un regalo de un difusor y aceites de arometarapia.  Además habrá sorteos semanales. Presentado por la Biblioteca Gail Borden, Centro de Información y Age Options. 

El grupo se reúne a través de la plataforma de reunión virtual Zoom. Puede participar en una computadora, tableta o teléfono celular. 

Al registrarse le contactaremos con el enlace y código para participar: 
O envíenos un correo electrónico a bibioteca@gailborden.info (incluya su nombre y teléfono) 
O envíenos un mensaje de texto al 224-407-2399 (incluya su nombre y teléfono) 
Para obtener ayuda técnica para acceder a Zoom: 
Envíenos un correo electrónico a library@gailborden.info (incluya su nombre y teléfono) 
O envíenos un mensaje de texto al 224-407-2399 (incluya su nombre y teléfono) 
 

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | En Espanol |

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Fri, Apr 19 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Apr 20 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Apr 21 12:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the Branch

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

Upcoming Events

Computers 101 Series
Tue, Apr 16, 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.
Registration is now closed
Bounce & Rhyme Storytime - Ages 1-3 years old
Tue, Apr 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Hoffer Room
Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs in this interactive Storytime. Ages 1-3 years old with adult caregiver.
Registration is now closed
Career Coach in the Library - entrenador de carrera en la biblioteca
Tue, Apr 16, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Drop in for a consultation with a Career Coach from workNet Batavia! Service available in Spanish. No registration required. Entrenamiento de carrera disponible en español. No hay registro.
Garden Chat Discussion Group
Tue, Apr 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Living Room
Do you enjoy gardening? Do you have questions or information to share about flower, herb, or vegetable gardening? If so, join our garden chat on the third Tuesday of each month.
Registration is now closed
Full STEAM Ahead: The Great Garbage Challenge-Ages: 6-10 yrs - South Elgin Branch
Tue, Apr 16, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
South Elgin Branch
The concept is simple: turn a piece of garbage into something that can be used again in a different way. For some creating bring in a piece of garbage they turn into something.
Registration is now closed
TechKnow Mobile Stop: Greater Family Health
Tue, Apr 16, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Mobile Services - Sprinter
TechKnow Mobile Stop: Greater Family Health- 373 Summit Street- Elgin IL 60120
Bookmobile Stop: Lin Lor Lane
Tue, Apr 16, 2:15pm - 3:00pm
Mobile Services - Bookmobile
Bookmobile stop: Lin Lor Lane – corner of Lin Lor Ln. & Airlite St. - Elgin 60123 – 2:15-3:00
Bookmobile Stop: Powder River Park
Tue, Apr 16, 3:15pm - 3:45pm
Mobile Services - Bookmobile
Bookmobile stop: Powder River Park - 1985 Powder River Path – Elgin – 60123 – 3:15-3:45
Studio 270 Digital Media Lab Workshops
Tue, Apr 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Studio 270 Digital Media Lab
Come learn various skills in our digital media lab. March 6 - Intro to DJing March 18 - Greenscreen Shootout April 3 - Songwriters Anonymous April 16 - Canva Crash Course  For teens in grades 9-12.
Registration is now closed
TechKnow Mobile Stop: Mobile Food Pantry
Tue, Apr 16, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Mobile Services - Sprinter
TechKnow Mobile Stop: Mobile Food Pantry- Buena Vista Apartments- 1285 Fleetwood Dr. Elgin, IL 60123
Bookmobile Stop: Deer Pointe Drive
Tue, Apr 16, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Mobile Services - Bookmobile
Bookmobile stop: Deer Pointe Drive, South Elgin 60177 – 4:00-4:45
Full STEAM Ahead: The Great Garbage Challenge-Ages: 6-10 yrs - South Elgin Branch
Tue, Apr 16, 4:45pm - 5:30pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Hoffer Room
The concept is simple: turn a piece of garbage into something that can be used again in a different way. For some creating bring in a piece of garbage they turn into something.
Registration is now closed
Clases de Ciudadanía en español - Spanish Citizenship classes
Tue, Apr 16, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Elgin Room
Esta serie cubrirá las preguntas cívicas en preparación para el examen de ciudadanía. Para obtener más información, comuníquese con Maria Vega de YWCA 773-600-2544. Presentado en español.
Registration is now closed
Beat Making 101
Tue, Apr 16, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Studio 270*
Learn how to make an instrumental song from scratch using Logic Pro X or Garageband.
Registration is now closed
Volunteens for Grades 6-8 - In Person Volunteer Program
Tue, Apr 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Sally Lee Fox Room
Help out your library and your community by working together on volunteer projects. Grades 6-8. Registration required for each date. One Volunteens Application required for the 2023-2024 school year.
This event is full
Teen Resume Workshop
Tue, Apr 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Studio 270
Teens will go through the process of creating a resume.
Story Mix for Birth-6
Tue, Apr 16, 6:15pm - 6:35pm
Main Library - Story Room
Join us for an interactive storytime! Best for kids birth-6 with an adult caregiver. All ages are welcome. Drop-in!
Grupo de Conversación en Inglés en línea o en la Biblioteca - English Conversation Group -Hybrid-Main Library an Zoom
Tue, Apr 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Grove Room
Participantes de nivel intermedio, practican conversaciones en inglés, adquieren confianza y mejoran su pronunciación. El grupo es liderado por un tutor de Literacy Connection. Favor registrarse
Registration is now closed
Crochet Granny Squares - w/ Beth Gough
Tue, Apr 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Come learn how to make lovely crochet granny squares. Once you know the basics, you can create coasters, blankets and quilts, handbags, cushions and more. The possibilities are endless!
This event is full
MS Word Series
Tue, Apr 16, 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.
Registration is now closed
1, 2, 3 Go!
Wed, Apr 17, 9:15am - 9:45am
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Families are invited to share stories, rhymes and musical activities together in this interactive storytime. For ages 1-3 with an adult caregiver. Drop-in program! No registration required.
Wonderful Ones - For ages 12-23 months
Wed, Apr 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Story Room - South
This fun storytime will include short stories, fingerplays, rhymes, and music movement activities with a parent or caregiver. For ages 12-23 months.
Bounce & Rhyme Storytime - Ages 1-3 years old
Wed, Apr 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Living Room
Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs in this interactive Storytime. Ages 1-3 years old with adult caregiver.
Registration is now closed
Budding Bookworms Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5 years old
Wed, Apr 17, 10:45am - 11:15am
Rakow Branch
Preschoolers will enjoy stories, songs, and activities. Ages 3-5 years old
Registration is now closed
Elgin Genealogical Society Research Assistance
Wed, Apr 17, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - 2nd Floor - Genealogy
Receive one-on-one genealogy assistance from Elgin Genealogical Society volunteers.
Bookmobile Stop: Willow Lake Estates
Wed, Apr 17, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Mobile Services - Bookmobile
Bookmobile stop: Willow Lakes Estates – club house – 161 W. River Road – Elgin 60123 – 2:00-2:45
Bookmobile Stop: Highbury Drive
Wed, Apr 17, 3:15pm - 3:45pm
Mobile Services - Bookmobile
Bookmobile stop: Highbury Dr., west of Waverly – Elgin 60120 – 3:15-3:45
Bookmobile Stop: Woodview Circle
Wed, Apr 17, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Mobile Services - Bookmobile
Bookmobile stop: Woodview Circle – corner of Woodview Cr. & Chicago St., Elgin 60120 – 4:00-4:45
Bookmobile Stop: Crestwood Apartments of Elgin
Wed, Apr 17, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Mobile Services - Bookmobile
Bookmobile stop: Crestwood Apts. of Elgin – info office – 45 Poplar Creek Dr. – Elgin 60120 – 5:00-5:45
Crafty Cats (Create & talk)
Wed, Apr 17, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
South Elgin Branch
Come and chat while you craft! Bring your own projects and supplies.
Go Bilingual en la Biblioteca - Go Bilingual at the Library
Wed, Apr 17, 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.
LGBTQ+ Book Club - Olga Dies Dreaming by Xochitl Gonzalez
Wed, Apr 17, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Grove Room
All are welcome to read and discuss LGBTQ+ literature. This month, the book discussion on Olga Dies Dreaming will be followed by an online Author Talk featuring the author, Xochitl Gonzalez.
Loteria para Gen Z y Millennials - en español
Wed, Apr 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
¡Juega el tradicional juego Mexicano de la Lotería, disfruta de refrigerios ligeros y pon a prueba tus conocimientos de la biblioteca con la Lotería de GBPL.
Family Storytime & Crafts - Best for ages 3 and up
Wed, Apr 17, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Main Library - Sally Lee Fox & Eagle Rooms
Join us for stories, songs, movement activities and a fun craft! Drop-in program!
Springtime in Italy - Online via Zoom
Wed, Apr 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual
Springtime in Italy is a time of fresh, vibrant ingredients and delicious flavors. Cook up some recipe ideas that capture the essence of Italian spring cuisine with cooking instructor Kristyn Slick.
Walking Book Club - The Glass Château by Stephen P. Kiernan
Wed, Apr 17, 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. Interested? Contact Andrea at ahouston@gailborden.info.
A Literary Examination of Power, Love, and Art - with Xochitl Gonzalez
Wed, Apr 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
We cannot wait for you to join us as we chat with award-winning and bestselling author Xochitl Gonzalez about her newest novel Anita de Monte Laughs Last. Please register.
Register
Google Sites Series
Wed, Apr 17, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Learn how Google Sites allows users to create, design and add function to your own website in this two-part series. Sponsored by Comcast Internet Essentials.
Registration is now closed
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