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BabyFest Kits

Pick up kit at Main Library between May 3-14
2021-05-05 00:00:00 2021-05-05 23:59:00 America/Chicago BabyFest Kits Do you have a baby ages 0-18 months? Please register for a BabyFest Kit, specially designed for you + baby! Find information about local community organizations, crafts, giveaways, and a BINGO card! Virtual -

Wednesday, May 05
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Add to Calendar 2021-05-05 00:00:00 2021-05-05 23:59:00 America/Chicago BabyFest Kits Do you have a baby ages 0-18 months? Please register for a BabyFest Kit, specially designed for you + baby! Find information about local community organizations, crafts, giveaways, and a BINGO card! Virtual -

Do you have a baby ages 0-18 months? Please register for a BabyFest Kit, specially designed for you + baby! Find information about local community organizations, crafts, giveaways, and a BINGO card!

Note: Your baby must be between 0-18 months to register for a kit.

All registered participants will receive an email with instructions on picking up the kit from the Youth Desk at the Main Library (address: 270 N Grove Ave. Elgin) from May 3- May 14. Due to the size of the kit, you will need to pick up inside the building. No drive-through service available. Thank you for your understanding. 

All registered participants are encouraged to play the BINGO card in the kit during the first two weeks of May! Please return your BINGO card to the Youth Center Desk in KidSpace OR send a photo of your BINGO card to kidspace@gailborden.info to be entered into a prize drawing for amazing prizes! Multiple prizes available. Deadline to enter drawing: Friday, May 21. 

AGE GROUP: | Baby & Toddler |

EVENT TYPE: | Community | Activity |

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Exhibición de Fiestas de Primavera - Spring Fiestas Exhibit
Thu, May 07, All day
Main Library
Ven, celebra y apoya el arte latino.
A Supported Sing-Along & Play-Along Concert with Jim Gill - Please call to register for this supported event
Thu, May 07, 9:30am - 10:00am
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
This supported show is designed for children and families that benefit from a more controlled environment. Get ready to sing, clap, and dance along with award-winning musician and author Jim Gill!
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Device Advice
Thu, May 07, 9:30am - 11:30am
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Computer Cafe
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, May 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Lobby - Piano
Piano performance in the lobby by volunteer community members.
Drop-In Time for Grants and Project Management
Thu, May 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Need a sounding board on your ideas, projects, grants, or professional goals? Drop by to pick Miriam’s brain.
A Sing-Along & Play-Along Concert with Jim Gill - Best for ages 0-6
Thu, May 07, 10:30am - 11:15am
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Get ready to sing, clap, and dance along during this visit by award-winning musician and author Jim Gill! Registration required. Please register each child individually.
This event is full
Being Secure and Private Online
Thu, May 07, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Learn about common viruses, email and Internet safety, firewalls, and other security features and practices in this class.
Registration is now closed
Tech Mobile Stop: Centro de Informacion
Thu, May 07, 2:45pm - 3:30pm
Mobile Services
Centro de Informacion Elgin - 1885 Lin Lor Ln, Elgin, IL 60123
Cafecito entré Amigos en español- ¡Festejando a mamá! - Coffee Among Friends in Spanish- Celebrating mom!
Thu, May 07, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
¡Una oportunidad para compartir con los adultos mayores en familia y la comunidad! Abierto a los adultos mayores, su familia y cuidadores. Tendremos actividades divertidas. En español.
Book Bites- May Edition! - VIRTUAL for Grades 2-5 on ZOOM
Thu, May 07, 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Virtual - Kidspace - Zoom
Nothing pairs better with an afternoon snack than a great book! Grab a snack & a book you enjoyed & join Ms. Carrie for a ZOOM book chat. We'll share book "bites" & add new titles to our TBR lists.
Tech Mobile Stop: Smart Wash Lavanderia
Thu, May 07, 3:45pm - 4:30pm
Mobile Services
425 Dundee Ave. – Elgin 60120
Grupo de Conversación para la Ciudadanía en inglés - En la biblioteca
Thu, May 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Usando material de USCIS que incluye preguntas de educación cívica, el formulario de solicitud y otros requisitos para la entrevista de ciudadanía. Este grupo de conversación es solo en inglés.
Registration is now closed
Writers on the Fox
Thu, May 07, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Grove Room
This writer's peer group will inspire and motivate you using prompts and exercises for creative writing. Writers of all genres are welcome to participate. Please Register.
Exhibición de Fiestas de Primavera - Spring Fiestas Exhibit
Fri, May 08, All day
Main Library
Ven, celebra y apoya el arte latino.
Baby & Me Storytime - For ages 0-11 months
Fri, May 08, 9:45am - 10:15am
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Shales Children's Activity Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, and gentle stories with your baby while learning early literacy tips you can use at home. Best for little ones 0-11 months with a parent or caregiver.
This event is full
Play Together Workshop - Ages 1 - 3 years with a caregiver
Fri, May 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Sally Lee Fox & Eagle Rooms
Play is the work of childhood! Visit the library to play and learn together with your child and connect with other families and local child development experts. Register for any or all sessions.
This event is full
Wit's Workout
Fri, May 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Shales Living Room
Second Fridays, join us at Wits Workout which combines intellectually stimulating exercises, social interaction, and education about brain health in a friendly, engaging, and FUN way! Please register
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Being Secure and Private Online
Fri, May 08, 10:30am - 12:00pm
New date Thursday, May 07, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library
Learn about common viruses, email and Internet safety, firewalls, and other security features and practices in this class.
Tech Mobile Stop: Century Oaks Park
Fri, May 08, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Mobile Services
1300 N McLean Blvd, Elgin, IL 60123
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