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

Upcoming Events

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Celebrate 250: Years of Elgin - A Commemorative Exhibit
Tue, Mar 31, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Main Library
Celebrate America's 250th birthday with the 250 Years of Elgin exhibit. This engaging exhibit highlights the pivotal moments that shaped Elgin into the culturally vibrant city it is today.
March is Women's History Month - 250 Years of Impactful Women in Illinois
Tue, Mar 31, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Main Library
Discover some of the incredible women who have played a vital role throughout Illinois history.
AARP Smart Driver Course
Tue, Mar 31, 9:30am - 1:30pm
Main Library - Grove Room
This 2-day class meeting will explore how senior adults (55+) can continue their driving experiences safer. Cost is $20 for AARP members & $25 for non-members (required first day of class).
Registration is now closed
Cancelled
Piano Performance - Vito Scalia
Tue, Mar 31, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library
Piano performance in the lobby by volunteer community members.
"Furry Friends" Storytime - Family
Tue, Mar 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Large Exhibit Area
Bring your stuffed animal friend with you for a cozy storytime!
Registration is now closed
Getting Started with Scratch - Grades 3-5 (Registration Required)
Tue, Mar 31, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Learn to code with Scratch! Create games, stories & animations while mastering programming basics in a fun, visual way. This program is done in two sessions.
Registration is now closed
Tween Time: Bubble Wrap Tree Painting for Grades: 3 - 5 - South Elgin Branch
Tue, Mar 31, 11:00am - 11:45am
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Shales Children's Activity Room
Register to get creative painting a scene using bubble wrap!
Registration is now closed
Forsaken Fan Party for Grades 6-12
Tue, Mar 31, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Studio 270
Join other fans of the popular Roblox game Forsaken to make DIY merch, listen to soundtrack music, and enjoy snacks!
Registration is now closed
Comedy Juggling & Variety Show - Registration Required
Tue, Mar 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
This program includes a high-energy, fast-paced comedy juggling & variety show for all ages.
Registration is now closed
Comedy Juggling & Variety Show - Registration Required
Tue, Mar 31, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
This program includes a high-energy, fast-paced comedy juggling & variety show for all ages.
Registration is now closed
Grupo de conversación en inglés en línea o en la biblioteca - English Conversation Group -Main Library and Zoom
Tue, Mar 31, 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
Left On Read Book Club - The Wedding People by Alison Espach
Tue, Mar 31, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Join us for a social book group for readers in their 20’s or 30’s to discuss a variety of genres. Whether you loved our pick or hated it, join us for a casual, lively breakdown.
Registration is now closed
Silly Goose Storytime
Wed, Apr 01, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Come enjoy a interactive storytime filled with silly stories, rhymes and musical activities. Best for kids Birth-6 years with an adult caregiver. All ages are welcome. Drop-in!
Fun with Play-Doh! - Preschool-2nd Grade
Wed, Apr 01, 10:00am - 10:45am
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Shales Children's Activity Room
Kids will have lots of fun playing with play-doh as they explore with their hands and use their imaginations to create!
This event is full
Getting Started with Scratch - Grades 3-5 (Registration Required)
Wed, Apr 01, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Learn to code with Scratch! Create games, stories & animations while mastering programming basics in a fun, visual way. This program is done in two sessions.
Registration is now closed
Pinochle Club
Wed, Apr 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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.
Tech Mobile Stop: Well Child Center
Wed, Apr 01, 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Mobile Services
Well Child Center - 620 Wing St, Elgin, IL 60123
Bookmobile Stop: Westridge
Wed, Apr 01, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Mobile Services
Valley View Park, Bartlett
Teen Volunteer Hour
Wed, Apr 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Shales Living 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.
Doodle & Drop- Grade: 1-5 Rakow Branch - Rakow Branch
Wed, Apr 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Small Exhibit Area
Come drop in on this no school day and join with others to learn some new techniques, drawing trends and just...draw!
Bookmobile Stop: Burton
Wed, Apr 01, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Mobile Services
Burton D. & Dallas Dr. Bartlett
Cancelled
MS Excel Series
Wed, Apr 01, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
South Elgin Branch
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.
Boomobile Stop: Blue Heron Park
Wed, Apr 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Mobile Services
350 Blue Heron Way, Bartlett
Walking Book Club - On Isabella Street by Genevieve Graham
Wed, Apr 01, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library
The Walking Book Club meets weekly on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 pm to walk. The book discussion is held on the last Wednesday of the month at 7:45 pm at the Main Library.
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