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DIY Origami for Grades 6-8

Pick up kit at Main Library from Nov. 11-Nov. 17
2020-11-17 16:30:00 2020-11-17 17:15:00 America/Chicago DIY Origami for Grades 6-8 It's the Japanese art of paper folding! Make a paper crane, a heart, and more. Tune in on 11/17 to get help or share your creations. Virtual -

Tuesday, November 17
4:30pm - 5:15pm

Add to Calendar 2020-11-17 16:30:00 2020-11-17 17:15:00 America/Chicago DIY Origami for Grades 6-8 It's the Japanese art of paper folding! Make a paper crane, a heart, and more. Tune in on 11/17 to get help or share your creations. Virtual -

It's the Japanese art of paper folding! Make a paper crane, a heart, and more. Tune in on 11/17 to get help or share your creations.

This program has supplies to be picked up at the KidSpace Youth Reference Desk at the Main Library (270 N. Grove Avenue, Elgin). Program supplies will be ready for pick-up from Wednesday, Nov. 11 to Tuesday, Nov. 17. All registered participants will receive an email with the zoom login prior to the program date.

If you would like to pick up the supplies at the Main Library Drive-Up Window instead of inside the library at the youth desk, please call the youth desk at 847-429-4685 before you arrive at the library. 

Program Supplies in the bag:

Origami paper

Information sheet

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Phone: 847-742-2411
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Mon, Mar 10 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Mar 11 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Mar 12 9:00AM to 9:00PM
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Fri, Mar 14 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Mar 15 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Mar 16 12:00PM to 5:00PM
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Programs presented virtually through FB, Zoom, YouTube, and other online sources.

Upcoming Events

1, 2, 3 Go!
Wed, Mar 12, 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.
Bounce & Rhyme Storytime - Ages 1-3 years old
Wed, Mar 12, 9:15am - 9:45am
Rakow Branch
Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs in this interactive Storytime. Ages 1-3 years old with adult caregiver.
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Bookmobile Stop: South Elgin
Wed, Mar 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop in Freshway parking lot
Bounce & Rhyme Storytime - Ages 1-3 years old
Wed, Mar 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
Rakow Branch
Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs in this interactive Storytime. Ages 1-3 years old with adult caregiver.
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Android Basics for Seniors
Wed, Mar 12, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Learn basic Android operations: adding and removing apps, increase text size, battery care, what to do with that pesky "low memory" message, and much more. This class is best suited for new users.
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Budding Bookworms Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5 years old
Wed, Mar 12, 10:45am - 11:15am
Rakow Branch
Preschoolers will enjoy stories, songs, and activities. Ages 3-5 years old
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Power of Reset and How to Change What’s Not Working - with Author Dan Heath
Wed, Mar 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Are you ready for a revolutionary guide to fixing what’s not working—in systems and processes, organizations and companies, and even in our daily lives? Please register.
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Bookmobile Stop: Mulberry Grove Park
Wed, Mar 12, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Mulberry Grove Park – 1770 Newbridge Cr. – Elgin 60123 – 3:00-3:45
Bookmobile Stop: Westridge Boulevard
Wed, Mar 12, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Westridge Blvd. & Cedarfield Dr. – Bartlett 60103 – 4:00-4:30
Bookmobile Stop: Rushmore Drive
Wed, Mar 12, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Rushmore Drive, Bartlett 60103 – 4:30-5:00
Clases de Ciudadanía en español - Spanish Citizenship classes
Wed, Mar 12, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Esta serie cubrirá las preguntas cívicas en preparación para el examen de ciudadanía. Para obtener más información, comuníquese con Annie Jarvis de YWCA (331) 442-6358. Presentado en español.
Bookmobile Stop: Blue Heron Park
Wed, Mar 12, 5:15pm - 6:00pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Blue Heron Park – 350 Blue Heron Way – Bartlett 60103 – 5:15-6:00
Reuniones para Padres de Estudiantes - Por el Comité Asesor de Padres Bilingües (BPAC)
Wed, Mar 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Room C,Meadows Community Rooms AB
Participe y establezca una voz eficaz. En español.
Go Bilingual en la Biblioteca - Go Bilingual at the Library
Wed, Mar 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - 2nd Floor - Behind Elevators
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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Walking Book Club - Rednecks by Taylor Brown
Wed, Mar 12, 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.
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Elgin Genealogical Society Research Assistance
Thu, Mar 13, 9:30am - 11:30am
Main Library
Receive one-on-one genealogy assistance from Elgin Genealogical Society volunteers.
Device Advice
Thu, Mar 13, 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.
Piano Performance - Steve Yoder
Thu, Mar 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Lobby - Piano
Piano performance in the lobby by volunteer community members.
Preschool Drawing - Ages 4-5
Thu, Mar 13, 10:30am - 11:15am
Rakow Branch
Children will develop fine motor skills as we have fun learning to draw!
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Story Mix for Birth-6
Thu, Mar 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Join us for an interactive storytime! Best for kids birth-6 with an adult caregiver. All ages are welcome. Drop-in!
Meet Ruth Handler - Barbie's Creator - The story behind her dream doll creation
Thu, Mar 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Rakow Branch
Join Storyteller Lynn Rymarz as she portrays Ruth Handler, the creator of Barbie. Bring your own Barbie to share. R
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Elgin Men's Shed
Thu, Mar 13, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Room C
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.
TechKnow Mobile Stop: Coleman Elementary School
Thu, Mar 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Mobile Services - Sprinter
Please find us on the corner of Sherwood Ave and Oakhill Rd. Elgin IL 60120.
Free Tax Preparation
Thu, Mar 13, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Grove Room
Free tax preparation for individuals & families who qualify for the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program.
Bordado de Barbie - Manualidades para adultos en español
Thu, Mar 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Aprende los conceptos básicos del bordado y haz tu propio signo de Barbie en inglés o español para celebrar el Mes Internacional de la Mujer! Por favor, regístrese.
Meet Ruth Handler - Barbie's Creator - The story behind her dream doll creation
Thu, Mar 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Join Storyteller Lynn Rymarz as she portrays Ruth Handler, the creator of Barbie. Bring your own Barbie to share. Visit the Barbie exhibit at the main branch Elgin Room in March. Please Register
Google Tools: Calendar
Thu, Mar 13, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Learn to keep track of upcoming events, commitments, and tasks using Google Calendar. Sponsored by Comcast Internet Essentials.
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