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Black Voices, Black Joy

A Virtual Event Series

2021-02-24 18:00:00 2021-02-24 18:30:00 America/Chicago Black Voices, Black Joy During the month of February, we're celebrating Black history, culture, and heritage by sharing stories together in many ways. Virtual -

Wednesday, February 24
6:00pm - 6:30pm

Add to Calendar 2021-02-24 18:00:00 2021-02-24 18:30:00 America/Chicago Black Voices, Black Joy During the month of February, we're celebrating Black history, culture, and heritage by sharing stories together in many ways. Virtual -

During the month of February, we're celebrating Black history, culture, and heritage by sharing stories together in many ways.

This family event will be using the virtual platform Facebook. Join by visiting http://www.gbpl.info/fbylah at the time of program. Or catch us later! The video will be uploaded after live showing. 

Weekly Schedule: 

2/3  Theme: Affirmations of Black and Brown Identity

John Johnson, Director of Security at Gail Borden Library—All Because You Matter by Tami Charles, illus. Bryan Collier
Corey Dixon, Elgin City Council member—I Believe I Can by Grace Byers, illus. Keturah A. Bobo
 

2/10  Theme: Fantasy in Color

Andre Dyson, Digital Media Lab Supervisor—Kingdom of Souls by Rena Barron
 

2/17 Theme: Poetry and Parenting From A Black Mother’s Perspective

Dr. Mae Hicks Jones—What Shall I Tell My Children Who Are Black? A poem by Margaret T. Burroughs
                               Original poetry by Dr. Mae Hicks Jones.

2/24 Theme: Black America Triumphs

Pastor Andre Allen—The Undefeated by Kwame Alexander , illus.Kadir Nelson
                            I, Too, Am America by Langston Hughes, illus. Bryan Collier

AGE GROUP: | Family |

EVENT TYPE: | Virtual | Storytimes | Community |

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Virtual

Phone: 847-742-2411

Hours

Today's hours

We're open 9:00AM to 6:00PM

Mon, Jul 14 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Jul 15 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Jul 16 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Jul 17 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Jul 18 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jul 19 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Jul 20 12:00PM to 5:00PM

About the Branch

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

Upcoming Events

Fri, Jul 18, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Outdoor Stage
Sing, dance, bounce, and bop with Miss Carole's Macaroni Soup concert! This energetic, interactive concert is perfect for kids ages 0–6. Drop-in, no registration required.

Fri, Jul 18, 11:00am - 11:45am
Main Library - Sally Lee Fox & Eagle Rooms
Bring your curiosity and join us for a different theme or activity each time as we explore. This is a Drop-In Program. No Registration Required.

Fri, Jul 18, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Mobile Services
Location: South Riverside Drive

Fri, Jul 18, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
In The Community - In the Community
Calling all Nature Rangers! Join us for a hike at a local forest preserve or nature center. Please register.
Registration is now closed

Sat, Jul 19, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Main Library - Sally Lee Fox & Eagle Rooms
Join us in this welcoming space for sewers of all skill levels to learn, create, and connect. Please bring your own project and equipment, as materials will not be provided. Please Register

Sat, Jul 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Hoffer Meeting Room
Veterans can benefit from having VA health coverage in addition to Medicare. Learn the ins and outs of applying for Medicare and Medicare Advantage plans.

Sat, Jul 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
La diversa población Hispana de Elgin proviene de México,Puerto Rico,Colombia,El Salvador y Guatemala. ¡Aprende sobre la cultura e historia de cada país a través de la comida y clases de baile!