Piano Performance: Steve Yoder

Spanish Café / Conversation Group Online - Café en Español / Grupo de Conversación Online

Mon, Sep 28, 10:00am - 10:30am

Virtual

Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes in this storytime for ages 3-6.

Mon, Sep 28, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual

Intermediate-level participants practice structured and spontaneous conversational skills. Led by Pita Betancourt and Nohora Chacon.

Rakow Readers Book Club on Zoom - "The Island of Sea Women" by Lisa See

Mon, Sep 28, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Virtual

Join the Rakow Readers for a book discussion on Zoom. This month: "The Island of Sea Women" by Lisa See. Please register to be emailed the Zoom invitation link.

Coding Club: Minecraft - A Hero’s Journey!

Mon, Sep 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual

Journey through Minecraft to rescue Stampy, Lizzy and Preston who are stuck in a pit! You will solve a series of problems with Blockly code to collect the tools needed for the rescue. Grades 2 and up

Registration is now closed

Studio 270 Volunteer Corps - Teen Advisory Board

Mon, Sep 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual

Teen Advisory Board (TAB) is open to High Schoolers interested in making a difference in the library community.

Bookmobile Stop: Hunter's Ridge Apartments

Mon, Sep 28, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Hunter's Ridge Apts. - southeast parking lot - 1068 Todd Farm Road - Elgin 60123

Bookmobile Stop: Mark Ave/Greater Grace Church

Mon, Sep 28, 5:30pm - 6:15pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Mark Ave/Greater Grace Church - 991 Deborah Ave. - Elgin 60123

Café Latino: Discusión de Libros Online - "Yo no soy tu perfecta hija mexicana" por Erika L. Sánchez

Mon, Sep 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual

Este mes leeremos los capítulos 1-4 del libro: "Yo no soy tu perfecta hija mexicana" por Erika L. Sánchez. Disponible en la Biblioteca.

Bookmobile Stop: Wing Park Apts/Garden Qtr. Townhomes

Mon, Sep 28, 6:30pm - 7:15pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Wing Park Apts/Garden Qtr. Townhomes - southeast parking lot - 6 Tivoli Place - Elgin 60123

Cuentos para la familia - Spanish Family Storytime - Online

Mon, Sep 28, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

Virtual

¡30 minutos de cuentos, música, rimas, manualidades y mucho más para el disfrute de toda la familia! No necesita registrase.

Writers on the Fox - Online

Mon, Sep 28, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual

This writer's peer group, led by author Kathleen York, will inspire and motivate you using prompts and exercises for creative writing. Writers of all genres are welcome to participate. Please Register

Bookmobile Stop: State Street Towers

Tue, Sep 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: State Street Towers - main entrance - 104 S. State St. - Elgin 60123

Kids' Spanish Conversation Group on Zoom - Conversación para niños en español Online

Tue, Sep 29, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Virtual

This group is for kids entering 2nd-5th grades who already know Spanish and want to improve their Spanish-speaking skills outside the classroom. Great for dual language students! Registration required

This event is full

Teen Writers Club - Online

Tue, Sep 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual

Join other teen writers to share what youre writing and help you through the creative writing process.

Creativity Corner: Leaf Prints - Pickup Kit at the Rakow Branch from Sept. 21- Sept. 27

Tue, Sep 29, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Virtual

Let's have some fall fun! Leaf prints just require washable markers, leaves, and paper.

Bookmobile Stop: Bueva Vista Apartments & Townhomes

Tue, Sep 29, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Main Library - Studio 270

Drop in and help out the library with cleaning, book displays, and other various projects.

Tue, Sep 29, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Buena Vista Apts. & Townhomes - playground by the office - 222 Locust St. - Elgin 60123

Las Aplicaciones más Populares: Facebook Live - Familiarízate con aplicaciones para conectar y disfrutar

Tue, Sep 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual

Visita el programa en vivo en: https://bit.ly/gbplFBLV Familiarízate con aplicaciones para conectar disfrutar y hacerte la vida mas fácil.

QuickBooks Desktop Series

Tue, Sep 29, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Grove Room

Learn how QuickBooks desktop accounting software (2018 Desktop Premier Version) allows users to manage their company finances by adding items, working with customers & vendors, and running reports.

Grupo de Conversación en Inglés Online - English Conversation Group

Tue, Sep 29, 6:30pm - 7:45pm

Virtual

Practica conversar, mejora tu pronunciación y adquiere confianza con un tutor. Practice everyday conversations, improve your pronunciation and gain confidence. With Literacy Connection tutors.

Create an Altered Composition Notebook

Tue, Sep 29, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

Virtual

Join Elda's Craft Corner on Facebook Live at https://bit.ly/gbplFBLV and learn how to make your own personalized notebook.

Wed, Sep 30, 10:00am - 10:30am

Virtual

Especially for the little ones, this storytime will include songs, stories, and fingerplays for ages 1-2.

Bookmobile Stop: Ann Street Park

Wed, Sep 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Main Library

Join us for drop-in piano performances in the Lobby by community members.

Intermediate 3D Design

Wed, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual

Have you taken Intro to 3D Design and now want more? Come to the next class in this series to learn additional design techniques and take on a new and tougher 3D challenge. Grades 3-8

This event is full

Wed, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Ann St. Park - 250 Ann Street - South Elgin 60177

Studio 270 Volunteer Corps - Creative Crew

Wed, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Main Library - Studio 270

Help us create wonderful and unusual works of art for the library.

Go Bilingual Online - Learn Spanish & Aprende Inglés Juntos

Wed, Sep 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Virtual

Estudiantes de todos los niveles practicarán con otras personas que hablan español o inglés como primer idioma. Learners of all levels practice a new language with native English and Spanish Speakers.

Bookmobile Stop: Nature Ridge Elementary School

Wed, Sep 30, 5:30pm - 6:15pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Nature Ridge Elementary - school drop off loop - 1899 Westridge Blvd., Bartlett 60103

MS Excel Formulas & Functions

Wed, Sep 30, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Grove Room

Learn to use formulas to automatically calculate and manipulate totals, percentages, averages, and ranges.

Bookmobile Stop: Blue Heron Park

Wed, Sep 30, 6:30pm - 7:15pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Blue Heron Park - 350 Blue Heron Way - Bartlett 60103

Thu, Oct 01, 10:00am - 10:30am

Virtual

Join us on the library facebook page for a storytime full of adventure ! There will be a story, and craft or activity you can do from home. https://www.facebook.com/gailbordenpubliclibrary

Kids Explore: Puppets, Plants, & Pura Belpré (K-2 Bilingual) - Pickup Kit at Main Library from Sept 21 - Sept 27

Thu, Oct 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Lobby - Piano

Join us for drop-in piano performances in the Lobby by community members.

Thu, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Virtual

Tell a story with your very own puppet, create a puppet stage, and learn about Pura Belpré’s storytelling legacy. Grades K-2. Registration required.

Bookmobile Stop: Garfield Elementary School

Thu, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Garfield Elementary - 420 May St. - Elgin 60120

Kids Explore: Puppets, Plants, & Pura Belpré (3-5 Bilingual) - Pickup Kit at Main Library from Sept 21 - Sept 27

Thu, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Main Library - Studio 270

Drop in and help out the library with cleaning, book displays, and other various projects.

Thu, Oct 01, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual

Tell a story with your very own puppet, create a puppet stage, and learn about Pura Belpré’s storytelling legacy. Grades 3-5. Registration required.

Bookmobile Stop: River's Landing Apartments

Thu, Oct 01, 5:30pm - 6:15pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: River's Landing Apts. - 3 Times Square Rd. - Elgin 60120

Bookmobile Stop: Illinois Court

Thu, Oct 01, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Virtual

Singing, clapping, simple stories and lapsit bounces at this virtual 1/2 hour program. Best for birth-23 months. Please register.

Thu, Oct 01, 6:30pm - 7:15pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Illinois Court - Illinois Court & Illinois Ave. - Elgin 60120

Wings of Fire Digital Escape Room for Grades 6-12

Fri, Oct 02, 10:00am - 10:30am

Virtual

This energetic program is all about movement! Sing and dance to kid-friendly music hits and listen to storytime favorites. Best for ages 2-6.

Computers 101 Series

Fri, Oct 02, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Main Library - Grove Room

New to computer 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.

Registration is now closed

Sat, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Virtual

Dragons meet puzzles in this escape room - can YOU figure it out?

Mes Hispanidad:No Todos los Heroes Llevan Capa Facebook Live - HHM Celebration: Not All Heroes Wear Capes Facebook Live

Sat, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Virtual

Únete a este tributo con invitados especiales y música. Celebraremos y reconoceremos a algunos de los muchos héroes de nuestra comunidad hispana, conservando servicios valiosos durante la pandemia.

Poetry for the People - Online workshop

Sun, Oct 04, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Virtual

Join Elgin's Poet Laureate in a writing workshop modeled after June Jordan's Poetry to the People, a grassroots approach. Explore poetry writing even if you have never written poetry before.

Fall Family Fest: Craft Pick Up Only - pick up @ Main Library from Oct 5 to Oct 23

Mon, Oct 05, 9:00am - 10:00am

Virtual

Stop by the Main Library starting on October 5 at 9 AM to pick up supplies to create craft at home and more! Pick up from Oct 5 to Oct 23.

Spanish Café / Conversation Group Online - Café en Español / Grupo de Conversación Online

Mon, Oct 05, 10:00am - 10:30am

Virtual

Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes in this storytime for ages 3-6.

Mon, Oct 05, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual

Intermediate-level participants practice structured and spontaneous conversational skills. Led by Pita Betancourt and Nohora Chacon.

Bookmobile Stop: Highland Oaks

Mon, Oct 05, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Highland Oaks - 2750 W. Highland - Elgin 60124

STEAM for K-2: Spin it to Win It! - Pickup Kit at Main Library from Sept 28 - Oct 4

Mon, Oct 05, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Virtual

Let’s create a beautiful and fun paper spinner. Grades K-2. Registration required.

Bookmobile Stop: Old Oaks Estates

Mon, Oct 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Old Oaks Estates - 850 Villa St - corner of Nancy Ann & Suzanne Ln - Elgin 60120

STEAM for 3-5: It’s Alive: Stop Motion Animation - Pickup Kit at Main Library from Sept 28 - Oct 4

Mon, Oct 05, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Main Library - Studio 270

Drop in and help out the library with cleaning, book displays, and other various projects.

Mon, Oct 05, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual

Let’s go low tech to create a pencil sketch animated cartoon! Grades 3-5. Registration required.

Bookmobile Stop: Eastside Rec Center

Mon, Oct 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Eastside Rec Center - 1080 E. Chicago St. - Elgin 60120

Poetry Writers Workshop - Online

Mon, Oct 05, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual

Share your love of poetry! This is a group for local poets to share what they have written. Gareth Mann Sitz, poet and songwriter, will facilitate virtually via Zoom. Please register

Cuentos para la familia - Spanish Family Storytime - Online

Mon, Oct 05, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

Virtual

¡30 minutos de cuentos, música, rimas, manualidades y mucho más para el disfrute de toda la familia! No necesita registrase.

Bookmobile Stop: Bowes Creek Active

Tue, Oct 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Bowes Creek Active - main entrance - 3651 Centennial Way - Elgin 60124

Bookmobile Stop: Edgewater by Del Webb

Tue, Oct 06, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Edgewater - Creekside Lodge - 2554 Edgewater Dr. - Elgin 60124

Kids' Spanish Conversation Group on Zoom - Conversación para niños en español Online

Tue, Oct 06, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Virtual

This event is full

Creativity Corner: Fall Luminaries - Pickup Kit at Rakow Branch starting Sept. 28- Oct. 4

Tue, Oct 06, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Virtual

Join us to create a luminary that lights up with brilliant fall colors.

This event is full

Bookmobile Stop: The Greens of Elgin

Tue, Oct 06, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Greens of Elgin - front circle - 801 N. McLean - Elgin 60123

QuickBooks Desktop Series

Tue, Oct 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC

Learn how QuickBooks desktop accounting software (2018 Desktop Premier Version) allows users to manage their company finances by adding items, working with customers & vendors, and running reports.

Grupo de Conversación en Inglés Online - English Conversation Group

Tue, Oct 06, 6:30pm - 7:45pm

Virtual

Practica conversar, mejora tu pronunciación y adquiere confianza con un tutor. Practice everyday conversations, improve your pronunciation and gain confidence. With Literacy Connection tutors.

Build a Basic Spending Plan - Online

Tue, Oct 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual

A step by step guide to build a spending plan for your finances. Learn how to track spending and ways to save, how to set financial goals and financial tools to help you reach them. Please register

All Things Apple - Online

Tue, Oct 06, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual

Looking for the ultimate user manual for all things Apple? Join this virtual Zoom meeting with your Apple device to learn, share and help each other in this group.

Create Fall-Themed T-Light Papier-Mâché Candles

Tue, Oct 06, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

Virtual

Join Elda's Craft Corner on Facebook Live at https://bit.ly/gbplFBLV and learn how to create all-themed t-light papier-mâché candles.

Bookmobile Stop: Willow Lakes Estates

Wed, Oct 07, 10:00am - 10:30am

Virtual

Especially for the little ones, this storytime will include songs, stories, and fingerplays for ages 1-2.

Wed, Oct 07, 2:45pm - 3:30pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Willow Lakes Estates - club house - 161 W. River Rd. - Elgin 60123

Bookmobile Stop: Blackhawk Apartments

Wed, Oct 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Main Library

Join us for drop-in piano performances in the Lobby by community members.

Wed, Oct 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Blackhawk Apts. - 926 Congdon Ave. - Elgin 60120

Go Bilingual Online - Learn Spanish & Aprende Inglés Juntos

Wed, Oct 07, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Main Library - Studio 270

Drop in and help out the library with cleaning, book displays, and other various projects.

Wed, Oct 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Virtual

Event Planning 101 - Curating, Planning, and Executing a Successful Event.

Wed, Oct 07, 5:00pm - 5:15pm

Virtual

Have you ever thought about throwing your own concert? Fundraising event? Poetry Slam? Find out what it takes to curate, plan, and execute a successful event.

MS Excel Tables

Wed, Oct 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Grove Room

Learn how to create tables and pivot tables, sort and filter data, work with large spreadsheets, and more.

Writing Club: Frankenstories - Grades 3-8

Wed, Oct 07, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Virtual

Bring your best scientist goggles and your best evil laugh to create your very own spooky story. Grades 3-8. Registration required.

Bookmobile Stop: Crestwood Apartments of Elgin

Wed, Oct 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Crestwood Apts. - info office - 45 Poplar Creek Dr. - Elgin 60120

Thu, Oct 08, 10:00am - 10:30am

Virtual

Join us on the library facebook page for a storytime full of adventure ! There will be a story, and craft or activity you can do from home. https://www.facebook.com/gailbordenpubliclibrary

Kids Explore for Grades K-2: Zentangles - Pickup Kit at Main Library from Sept 28 - Oct 4

Thu, Oct 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Lobby - Piano

Join us for drop-in piano performances in the Lobby by community members.

Thu, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Virtual

Join us as we read the story, Drawn Together by Minh Lê, then we will learn about Zentangles and make art together!

Bookmobile Stop: River's Edge Townhomes

Thu, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: River's Edge Townhomes - 2 Clifford Ct. - Elgin 60123

Virtual K-Pop Afternoon for Grades 6-12

Thu, Oct 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Virtual

Are you a fan of BTS, NCT, Blackpink, or other K-pop groups? Come meet other local fans, share your favorite songs, and make a K-pop-themed paper craft.

Kids Explore for Grades 3-5: Zentangles - Pickup Kit at Main Library from Sept 28 - Oct 4

Thu, Oct 08, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual

Join us as we read the story, Drawn Together by Minh Lê, then we will learn about Zentangles and make art together!

Bookmobile Stop: Surrey Drive

Thu, Oct 08, 5:30pm - 6:15pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Surrey Drive - Surrey Dr. & Maple Ln. - Elgin 60123

Bookmobile Stop: Mulberry Court

Thu, Oct 08, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Virtual

Singing, clapping, simple stories and lapsit bounces at this virtual 1/2 hour program. Best for birth-23 months. Please register.

Thu, Oct 08, 6:30pm - 7:15pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Mulberry Ct. - Mulberry Ct. & Mulberry Ln. - Elgin 60123

Sonidos del Inglés Online - Sounds of English Online Class

Thu, Oct 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual

Reconoce los sonidos del inglés, practica pronunciarlos, y aprende a diferenciarlos al escucharlos con la maestra Claudia Heinrich. Recomendado para nivel intermedio.

Bookmobile Stop: Veneto Park

Fri, Oct 09, 10:00am - 10:30am

Virtual

This energetic program is all about movement! Sing and dance to kid-friendly music hits and listen to storytime favorites. Best for ages 2-6.

Sat, Oct 10, 10:00am - 10:45am

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Veneto Park - Veneto Ct. & Tuscany Dr. - Streamwood 60107

Bookmobile Stop: Buckskin Lane Park

Sat, Oct 10, 11:00am - 11:45am

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Buckskin Lane Park - Streamwood 60107

Bookmobile Stop: ReStore/Elgin Flea Market

Sat, Oct 10, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: ReStore/Elgin Flea Market - 800 N. State St. - Elgin 60123

Correo Electrónico - en la Biblioteca - Aprende a enviar y recibir correos con imágenes y videos

Sat, Oct 10, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Main Library - Grove Room

Aprende a enviar y recibir correos con texto, imágenes y videos

My Hero Academia Digital Escape Room for Grades 6-12

Sat, Oct 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Virtual

Prepare for your hero studies by tackling the puzzles in this digital escape room!

Viaja conmigo: Latinoamérica /Travel with Me: Latin America - Facebook Live

Sat, Oct 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Virtual

Vamos a explorar juntos lo más rico y divertido de varios países de Latinoamérica. We’ll explore and enjoy places, flavors and curious facts of various Latin American countries In English and Spanish.

Poetry for the People - Online workshop

Sun, Oct 11, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Virtual

Join Elgin's Poet Laureate in a writing workshop modeled after June Jordan's Poetry to the People, a grassroots approach. Explore poetry writing even if you have never written poetry before.

Oba William King - via Zoom

Mon, Oct 12, 10:00am - 10:30am

Virtual

Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes in this storytime for ages 3-6.

Mon, Oct 12, 10:30am - 11:15am

Virtual

Oba William King is recognized as one of the most exciting storytellers of his peer group. Join us for this virtual show full of rhythm and rhyme!

Spanish Café / Conversation Group Online - Café en Español / Grupo de Conversación Online

Mon, Oct 12, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual

Intermediate-level participants practice structured and spontaneous conversational skills. Led by Pita Betancourt and Nohora Chacon.

Oceans Rock! - Pickup Kit at Main Library from October 5th-October 11th

Mon, Oct 12, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Virtual

Dive deep under the sea and explore the ocean and all the creatures that live there like sharks, stingrays, and many more in this virtual interactive aquatic adventure! Take home a real shark tooth!

Coding Club: Minecraft - Adventurer!

Mon, Oct 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual

Help Steve or Alex build a house, make a farm, and collect coal as they make their way through a virtual world in this Minecraft Adventure with Blockly code! Grades 2 and up

This event is full

Bookmobile Stop: Hunter's Ridge Apartments

Mon, Oct 12, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Hunter's Ridge Apts. - southeast parking lot - 1068 Todd Farm Road - Elgin 60123

Bookmobile Stop: Mark Ave/Greater Grace Church

Mon, Oct 12, 5:30pm - 6:15pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Mark Ave/Greater Grace Church - 991 Deborah Ave. - Elgin 60123

Bookmobile Stop: Wing Park Apts/Garden Qtr. Townhomes

Mon, Oct 12, 6:30pm - 7:15pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Wing Park Apts/Garden Qtr. Townhomes - southeast parking lot - 6 Tivoli Place - Elgin 60123

Cuentos para la familia - Spanish Family Storytime - Online

Mon, Oct 12, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

Virtual

¡30 minutos de cuentos, música, rimas, manualidades y mucho más para el disfrute de toda la familia! No necesita registrase.

Temas para Padres con Family Focus Online - Desarrollo del alfabetismo temprano de los niños

Tue, Oct 13, 10:00am - 11:00am

Virtual

Participa e infórmate sobre temas relacionados con la educación y formación de tus hijos, también realizaremos actividades.

Bookmobile Stop: State Street Towers

Tue, Oct 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: State Street Towers - main entrance - 104 S. State St. - Elgin 60123

Kids' Spanish Conversation Group on Zoom - Conversación para niños en español Online

Tue, Oct 13, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Virtual

This event is full

Bookmobile Stop: Bueva Vista Apartments & Townhomes

Tue, Oct 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Buena Vista Apts. & Townhomes - playground by the office - 222 Locust St. - Elgin 60123

El Mundo del Internet: Facebook Live - Aprende a encontrar lo que necesitas

Tue, Oct 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual

Visita el programa en vivo en: https://bit.ly/gbplFBLV Aprende a encontrar lo que necesitas y lo que no sabias que necesitabas.

QuickBooks Desktop Series

Tue, Oct 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Grove Room

Learn how QuickBooks desktop accounting software (2018 Desktop Premier Version) allows users to manage their company finances by adding items, working with customers & vendors, and running reports.

Grupo de Conversación en Inglés Online - English Conversation Group

Tue, Oct 13, 6:30pm - 7:45pm

Virtual

Practica conversar, mejora tu pronunciación y adquiere confianza con un tutor. Practice everyday conversations, improve your pronunciation and gain confidence. With Literacy Connection tutors.

Financial & Retirement Planning Book Club - Online

Tue, Oct 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Virtual

Join Keith Rauschenberger, CFP®, MBA, an experienced retirement planner as he leads you through a multi-week book discussion on retirement, investments and financial planning. Please register.

Library Board Meeting

Tue, Oct 13, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC

Monthly meeting of the Library Board which is generally held on the second Tuesday of the month.

Transfer Your Photos to Wood

Tue, Oct 13, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

Virtual

Join Elda's Craft Corner on Facebook Live at https://bit.ly/gbplFBLV and learn how to transfer your photos to wood to make a shabby-chic farm styled piece of art.

Wed, Oct 14, 10:00am - 10:30am

Virtual

Especially for the little ones, this storytime will include songs, stories, and fingerplays for ages 1-2.

Bookmobile Stop: Ann Street Park

Wed, Oct 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Main Library

Join us for drop-in piano performances in the Lobby by community members.

Advanced 3D

Wed, Oct 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual

Now that you have completed our Intro and Intermediate 3D design classes, take your skills to the next level by completing our advanced challenge! Grades 3-8

Wed, Oct 14, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Ann St. Park - 250 Ann Street - South Elgin 60177

Go Bilingual Online - Learn Spanish & Aprende Inglés Juntos

Wed, Oct 14, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Main Library - Studio 270

Drop in and help out the library with cleaning, book displays, and other various projects.

Wed, Oct 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Virtual

Music Production: Selling Beats Online

Wed, Oct 14, 5:00pm - 5:15pm

Virtual

Learn to sell beats online via personal websites like wix.com or music production sites like beatstars.com. Prerecorded video can be found at https://bit.ly/gbfbylah

Bookmobile Stop: Nature Ridge Elementary School

Wed, Oct 14, 5:30pm - 6:15pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Nature Ridge Elementary - school drop off loop - 1899 Westridge Blvd., Bartlett 60103

MS Excel Advanced Topics

Wed, Oct 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Grove Room

Learn how to use conditional formatting, work with multiple sheets in an Excel workbook, calculate percentages, and use PMT & VLOOKUP functions..

Bookmobile Stop: Blue Heron Park

Wed, Oct 14, 6:30pm - 7:15pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Blue Heron Park - 350 Blue Heron Way - Bartlett 60103

Thu, Oct 15, 10:00am - 10:30am

Virtual

Join us on the library facebook page for a storytime full of adventure ! There will be a story, and craft or activity you can do from home. https://www.facebook.com/gailbordenpubliclibrary

Kids Explore for K-2: Trivia Night - No Supplies for Pickup

Thu, Oct 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Lobby - Piano

Join us for drop-in piano performances in the Lobby by community members.

Thu, Oct 15, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Virtual

Test your knowledge and have a fun night playing trivia! All registered participants will receive an email with the zoom login and trivia information. No supplies to be picked up.

Bookmobile Stop: Garfield Elementary School

Thu, Oct 15, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Garfield Elementary - 420 May St. - Elgin 60120

Kids Explore for 3-5: Trivia Night - No Supplies for Pickup

Thu, Oct 15, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual

Test your knowledge and have a fun night playing trivia! All registered participants will receive an email with the zoom login and trivia information. No supplies to be picked up.

Bookmobile Stop: River's Landing Apartments

Thu, Oct 15, 5:30pm - 6:15pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: River's Landing Apts. - 3 Times Square Rd. - Elgin 60120

Bookmobile Stop: Illinois Court

Thu, Oct 15, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Virtual

Singing, clapping, simple stories and lapsit bounces at this virtual 1/2 hour program. Best for birth-23 months. Please register.

Thu, Oct 15, 6:30pm - 7:15pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Illinois Court - Illinois Court & Illinois Ave. - Elgin 60120

Virtual Zombie Fest - Pickup Kit at Main Library starting October 5

Thu, Oct 15, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

Virtual

We are going virtual this year with craft pick up and a virtual meet up via Zoom with the author and illustrator of 8 Little Zombies on how to draw your own zombie! Pick up supplies starting on Oct 5.

Google Docs 1 - en la Biblioteca - Aprende a crear documentos como un currículo

Fri, Oct 16, 10:00am - 10:30am

Virtual

This energetic program is all about movement! Sing and dance to kid-friendly music hits and listen to storytime favorites. Best for ages 2-6.

Sat, Oct 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Main Library - Grove Room

No hay costo ni hay que tener tarjeta de la biblioteca. Favor registrarse. Puede registrarse para la serie completa o para una sola clase.

Stranger Things Digital Escape Room for Grades 6-12

Sat, Oct 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Virtual

Strange things are afoot in Hawkins, Indiana. Can you solve the puzzles and figure out what's going on?

Poetry for the People - Online workshop

Sat, Oct 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

New venue Main Library - Studio 270*

Drop in and help out the library with cleaning, book displays, and other various projects.

Sun, Oct 18, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Virtual

Join Elgin's Poet Laureate in a writing workshop modeled after June Jordan's Poetry to the People, a grassroots approach. Explore poetry writing even if you have never written poetry before.

Mon, Oct 19, 8:30am - 7:00pm

Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC

Early voting for all Kane county precincts.

Spanish Café / Conversation Group Online - Café en Español / Grupo de Conversación Online

Mon, Oct 19, 10:00am - 10:30am

Virtual

Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes in this storytime for ages 3-6.

Mon, Oct 19, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual

Intermediate-level participants practice structured and spontaneous conversational skills. Led by Pita Betancourt and Nohora Chacon.

Bookmobile Stop: Highland Oaks

Mon, Oct 19, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Highland Oaks - 2750 W. Highland - Elgin 60124

STEAM for K-2: Halloween Design Challenge - Pickup Kit at Main Library between October 12-18th

Mon, Oct 19, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Virtual

Halloween is coming! Let’s do some spooky STEAM challenges, oh my! Grades K-2. Registration required.

Bookmobile Stop: Old Oaks Estates

Mon, Oct 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Old Oaks Estates - 850 Villa St - corner of Nancy Ann & Suzanne Ln - Elgin 60120

Studio 270 Volunteer Corps - Crafting for a Cause

Mon, Oct 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Main Library - Studio 270

Make a craft to give to someone in need.

STEAM for 3-5: Halloween Design Challenge - Pickup Kit at Main Library between October 12-18th

Mon, Oct 19, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual

Halloween is coming! Let’s do some spooky STEAM challenges, oh my! Grades 3-5. Registration required.

Bookmobile Stop: Eastside Rec Center

Mon, Oct 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Eastside Rec Center - 1080 E. Chicago St. - Elgin 60120

Cuentos para la familia - Spanish Family Storytime - Online

Mon, Oct 19, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

Virtual

¡30 minutos de cuentos, música, rimas, manualidades y mucho más para el disfrute de toda la familia! No necesita registrase.

Bookmobile Stop: Bowes Creek Active

Tue, Oct 20, 8:30am - 7:00pm

Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC

Early voting for all Kane county precincts.

Tue, Oct 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Bowes Creek Active - main entrance - 3651 Centennial Way - Elgin 60124

Bookmobile Stop: Edgewater by Del Webb

Tue, Oct 20, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Edgewater - Creekside Lodge - 2554 Edgewater Dr. - Elgin 60124

Kids' Spanish Conversation Group on Zoom - Conversación para niños en español Online

Tue, Oct 20, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Virtual

This event is full

Creativity Corner: Scavenger Hunt!

Tue, Oct 20, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Virtual

We'll have a story and play a fun game! Join me!

Bookmobile Stop: The Greens of Elgin

Tue, Oct 20, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Greens of Elgin - front circle - 801 N. McLean - Elgin 60123

Animal Crossing Fan Party for Grades 6-8 - Online

Tue, Oct 20, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Main Library - Studio 270

Drop in and help out the library with cleaning, book displays, and other various projects.

Tue, Oct 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Virtual

Meet up with other fans of the Animal Crossing games, trade tips, and try some real-life crafting!

Teen Job Hunting - Online

Tue, Oct 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Virtual

Looking for a job? Don’t know how to start? Join Billie to learn how apply, interview, and land your first job.

Grupo de Conversación en Inglés Online - English Conversation Group

Tue, Oct 20, 6:30pm - 7:45pm

Virtual

Practica conversar, mejora tu pronunciación y adquiere confianza con un tutor. Practice everyday conversations, improve your pronunciation and gain confidence. With Literacy Connection tutors.

Financial & Retirement Planning Book Club - Online

Tue, Oct 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Virtual

Join Keith Rauschenberger, CFP®, MBA, an experienced retirement planner as he leads you through a multi-week book discussion on retirement, investments and financial planning. Please register.

Managing Debt so it Doesn’t Manage You - Online

Tue, Oct 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual

What are the different types of debt, the benefits and costs of it? Learn how to tackle the debt you have, and how you can improve your credit score. Please Register

Edgar Allen Poe-Inspired Wreath

Tue, Oct 20, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

Virtual

Join Elda's Craft Corner on Facebook Live at https://bit.ly/gbplFBLV and learn how to repurpose old books to make a spooky book page wreath.

Wed, Oct 21, 8:30am - 7:00pm

Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC

Early voting for all Kane county precincts.

Bookmobile Stop: Willow Lakes Estates

Wed, Oct 21, 10:00am - 10:30am

Virtual

Especially for the little ones, this storytime will include songs, stories, and fingerplays for ages 1-2.

Wed, Oct 21, 2:45pm - 3:30pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Willow Lakes Estates - club house - 161 W. River Rd. - Elgin 60123

Bookmobile Stop: Blackhawk Apartments

Wed, Oct 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Main Library

Join us for drop-in piano performances in the Lobby by community members.

Wed, Oct 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Blackhawk Apts. - 926 Congdon Ave. - Elgin 60120

Studio 270 Volunteer Corps - Creative Crew

Wed, Oct 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Main Library - Studio 270

Help us create wonderful and unusual works of art for the library.

Go Bilingual Online - Learn Spanish & Aprende Inglés Juntos

Wed, Oct 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Virtual

Grant Writing 101 - How to Raise Money for your Project with Grant Funding

Wed, Oct 21, 5:00pm - 5:15pm

Virtual

This program will focus on effective grant writing and how to find grants that may apply to you. Pre-recorded video can be found at ps://bit.ly/gbfbylah

Bookmobile Stop: Crestwood Apartments of Elgin

Wed, Oct 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Crestwood Apts. - info office - 45 Poplar Creek Dr. - Elgin 60120

Contemporary Book Group - News of the World by Paulette Jiles

Wed, Oct 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Elgin Room

The Contemporary Book Group discusses current literary selections once a month. October 2020 discussion: News of the World by Paulette Jiles.

Thu, Oct 22, 8:30am - 7:00pm

Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC

Early voting for all Kane county precincts.

Thu, Oct 22, 10:00am - 10:30am

Virtual

Join us on the library facebook page for a storytime full of adventure ! There will be a story, and craft or activity you can do from home. https://www.facebook.com/gailbordenpubliclibrary

Bookmobile Stop: River's Edge Townhomes

Thu, Oct 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Lobby - Piano

Join us for drop-in piano performances in the Lobby by community members.

Thu, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: River's Edge Townhomes - 2 Clifford Ct. - Elgin 60123

Book Party: Narwhal and Jelly! - Pickup Kit at Main Library from Oct 12-Oct 18

Thu, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Main Library - Studio 270

Drop in and help out the library with cleaning, book displays, and other various projects.

Thu, Oct 22, 5:00pm - 5:45pm

Virtual

We’re having a book party- and you’re invited! Join us to meet Narwhal & his BFF Jelly as we read from/discuss the first graphic novel in this series. We’ll also create a squiggly jellyfish craft.

Bookmobile Stop: Surrey Drive

Thu, Oct 22, 5:30pm - 6:15pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Surrey Drive - Surrey Dr. & Maple Ln. - Elgin 60123

Bookmobile Stop: Mulberry Court

Thu, Oct 22, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Virtual

Singing, clapping, simple stories and lapsit bounces at this virtual 1/2 hour program. Best for birth-23 months. Please register.

Lawyer in the Library

Thu, Oct 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Grove Room

Visit this walk-in service to assist you with your legal questions. No registration. Provided in partnership with the Kane County Law Library & Self Help Legal Center.

Thu, Oct 22, 6:30pm - 7:15pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Mulberry Ct. - Mulberry Ct. & Mulberry Ln. - Elgin 60123

Sonidos del Inglés Online - Sounds of English Online Class

Thu, Oct 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual

Reconoce los sonidos del inglés, practica pronunciarlos, y aprende a diferenciarlos al escucharlos con la maestra Claudia Heinrich. Recomendado para nivel intermedio.

Doug Tallamy's Wild Ones Video Presentation - Online

Thu, Oct 22, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual

Wild Ones of Northern Kane County presents Dr. Doug Tallamy’s video about how we can start in our own yards to rebuild wildlife habitat and transform the world. Please register for link to Zoom.

Doug Tallamy's Wild Ones Video Presentation

Thu, Oct 22, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Main Library - Elgin Room

Wild Ones of Northern Kane County presents a video of Dr. Doug Tallamy talking about how we can start in our yards to transform the world. Registration required for in-person or online. See "online"

Fri, Oct 23, 8:30am - 7:00pm

Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC

Early voting for all Kane county precincts.

Canceled

Escape the Haunted House! A Virtual Escape Room Challenge - Pickup Kit at Main Library between October 12-23rd

Fri, Oct 23, 10:00am - 10:30am

Virtual

This energetic program is all about movement! Sing and dance to kid-friendly music hits and listen to storytime favorites. Best for ages 2-6.

Halloween Hullabaloo

Fri, Oct 23, 10:00am - 11:00am

Virtual

Join us for Halloween family fun! This virtual halloween party will include stories, crafts, and interactive games! Please register.

Fri, Oct 23, 11:00am - 11:45am

Virtual

Enter if you dare, but BEWARE! They say the old house on the hill is haunted, but if you make it out to the other side a wonderful surprise awaits. Will you be able to escape? Please register.

This event is full

3D Freestyle Challenge

Fri, Oct 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual

Now that you have completed Intro, Intermediate, and Advanced 3D design classes, take your skills to the next level by completing our freestyle challenges or design a creation of your own! Grades 3-8

Halloween Hullabaloo

Fri, Oct 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Virtual

Join us for Halloween family fun! This virtual halloween party will include stories, crafts, and interactive games! Please register.

Rescheduled

3D Freestyle Challenge

Fri, Oct 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

New date Friday, October 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual

Now that you have completed Intro, Intermediate, and Advanced 3D design classes, take your skills to the next level by completing our freestyle challenges or design a creation of your own! Grades 3-8

Bookmobile Stop: Veneto Park

Sat, Oct 24, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC

Early voting for all Kane county precincts.

Sat, Oct 24, 10:00am - 10:45am

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Veneto Park - Veneto Ct. & Tuscany Dr. - Streamwood 60107

Bob Thomas in Football and the Law - Author Event

Sat, Oct 24, 10:30am - 11:30am

Main Library - Elgin Room

Veteran sports author Doug Feldmann and former Chicago Bears kicker (and current Illinois Supreme Court Justice) Bob Thomas visit the library to discuss Feldmann's new biography of Thomas.

A tour of Italy - Online

Sat, Oct 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Virtual

Go on a virtual tour of Italy with your own personal tour guide. Registration is required on Zoom to attend on your smartphone, computer or tablet.

Bookmobile Stop: Buckskin Lane Park

Sat, Oct 24, 11:00am - 11:45am

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Buckskin Lane Park - Streamwood 60107

Bookmobile Stop: ReStore/Elgin Flea Market

Sat, Oct 24, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: ReStore/Elgin Flea Market - 800 N. State St. - Elgin 60123

Google Sheets 1- en la Biblioteca - Aprende a crear hojas de cálculo como presupuestos

Sat, Oct 24, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Main Library - Grove Room

No hay costo ni hay que tener tarjeta de la biblioteca. Favor registrarse. Puede registrarse para la serie completa o para una sola clase.

Bendy and the Ink Machine Digital Escape Room - for Grades 6-12

Sat, Oct 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Virtual

Something is amiss in Joey Drew Studios! Can you solve the puzzles and escape from the studio in time?

Waking Up White: Community Discussion W/ Author Debby Irving - Online

Sun, Oct 25, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC

Early voting for all Kane county precincts.

Sun, Oct 25, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Virtual

Debby Irving, author of Waking Up White talks about her experiences which led her to become an ally in the fight for equity, diversity, and inclusion. Joyce Fountain, moderator.

Spanish Café / Conversation Group Online - Café en Español / Grupo de Conversación Online

Mon, Oct 26, 8:30am - 7:00pm

Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC

Early voting for all Kane county precincts.

Mon, Oct 26, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual

Intermediate-level participants practice structured and spontaneous conversational skills. Led by Pita Betancourt and Nohora Chacon.

Rakow Readers Book Club on Zoom - "There There" by Tommy Orange

Mon, Oct 26, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Virtual

Join the Rakow Readers for a book discussion on Zoom. This month: "There There" by Tommy Orange. Please register to be emailed the Zoom invitation link.

Coding Club: Minecraft - Designer!

Mon, Oct 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual

Make your own Minecraft game! The Minecraft world has stopped- the sheep are frozen, the chickens won't lay eggs, and the zombies are still. It's up to you to make it all work again. Grade 2 and up

This event is full

Studio 270 Volunteer Corps - Teen Advisory Board

Mon, Oct 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual

Teen Advisory Board (TAB) is open to High Schoolers interested in making a difference in the library community.

Bookmobile Stop: Hunter's Ridge Apartments

Mon, Oct 26, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Hunter's Ridge Apts. - southeast parking lot - 1068 Todd Farm Road - Elgin 60123

Bookmobile Stop: Mark Ave/Greater Grace Church

Mon, Oct 26, 5:30pm - 6:15pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Mark Ave/Greater Grace Church - 991 Deborah Ave. - Elgin 60123

Café Latino: Discusión de Libros Online - "Yo no soy tu perfecta hija mexicana" por Erika L. Sánchez

Mon, Oct 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual

Este mes leeremos los capítulos 5-13 del libro: "Yo no soy tu perfecta hija mexicana" por Erika L. Sánchez. Disponible en la Biblioteca.

Bookmobile Stop: Wing Park Apts/Garden Qtr. Townhomes

Mon, Oct 26, 6:30pm - 7:15pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Wing Park Apts/Garden Qtr. Townhomes - southeast parking lot - 6 Tivoli Place - Elgin 60123

Writers on the Fox - Online

Mon, Oct 26, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual

Bookmobile Stop: State Street Towers

Tue, Oct 27, 8:30am - 7:00pm

Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC

Early voting for all Kane county precincts.

Halloween Dance Party

Tue, Oct 27, 10:00am - 10:30am

Virtual

Mwahahaha! Wear your costume for a monstrously fun morning of music, stories, and dancing! Please register.

Tue, Oct 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: State Street Towers - main entrance - 104 S. State St. - Elgin 60123

STEAM for K-2: Pumpkin Science - Pickup Kit at Rakow Branch from October 19th to October 25th

Tue, Oct 27, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Virtual

Let's have fun exploring this fall favorite!

This event is full

Teen Writers Club - Online

Tue, Oct 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual

Join other teen writers to share what youre writing and help you through the creative writing process.

STEAM for 3-5: Pumpkin Science - Pickup Kit at Rakow Branch from October 19th to October 25th

Tue, Oct 27, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual

Let's have fun exploring this fall favorite!

Bookmobile Stop: Bueva Vista Apartments & Townhomes

Tue, Oct 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Buena Vista Apts. & Townhomes - playground by the office - 222 Locust St. - Elgin 60123

Buscar Empleo en Línea: Facebook Live - Infórmate para buscar y solicitar empleo en línea

Tue, Oct 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual

Visita el programa en vivo en: https://bit.ly/gbplFBLV

Grupo de Conversación en Inglés Online - English Conversation Group

Tue, Oct 27, 6:30pm - 7:45pm

Virtual

Practica conversar, mejora tu pronunciación y adquiere confianza con un tutor. Practice everyday conversations, improve your pronunciation and gain confidence. With Literacy Connection tutors.

Financial & Retirement Planning Book Club - Online

Tue, Oct 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Virtual

Join Keith Rauschenberger, CFP®, MBA, an experienced retirement planner as he leads you through a multi-week book discussion on retirement, investments and financial planning. Please register.

Repurposed Picture Frame Halloween-Themed Decor

Tue, Oct 27, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

Virtual

Join Elda's Craft Corner on Facebook Live at https://bit.ly/gbplFBLV and learn to make Halloween-themed repurposed picture frame wall decor.

Scones with Bill the Baker

Wed, Oct 28, 8:30am - 7:00pm

Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC

Early voting for all Kane county precincts.

Wed, Oct 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Sally Lee Room A-B

Bill the Baker, with over 40 years of baking experience, will teach you his basic recipe for scones. Due to limited seating, there is an option to view via Zoom. Please register on "Online" version.

Scones with Bill the Baker - Online

Wed, Oct 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual

Bill the Baker, with over 40 years of baking experience, will teach you his basic recipe for scones. Once mastered, you'll be able to create endless options based on your favorite flavors. Register

Bookmobile Stop: Ann Street Park

Wed, Oct 28, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Main Library

Join us for drop-in piano performances in the Lobby by community members.

Haunted Halloween 3D

Wed, Oct 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual

Join us for a hauntingly 3D experience! Give your friends and family a fright by learning how to design a spooky fun creation in 3D. Grades 2-8 Families welcome!

This event is full

Wed, Oct 28, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Bookmobile

Bookmobile stop: Ann St. Park - 250 Ann Street - South Elgin 60177