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BabyFest Kits

Pick up kit at Main Library between May 3-14
2021-05-06 00:00:00 2021-05-06 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 -

Thursday, May 06
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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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Glitz, Glam, Gorgeous 2 - Hollywood Costumes Exhibit
Thu, Nov 12, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Main Library
The Glitz, Glam, Gorgeous 2: Hollywood Costumes exhibit returns with more than 20 new, one-of-a-kind costumes worn by legendary stars including Marilyn Monroe, Ginger Rogers and more.
Preschool Storytime - For ages 3-6
Thu, Nov 12, 9:15am - 9:45am
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Calling all preschoolers! This storytime features stories, songs, and rhymes for ages 3-6. Registration required.
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Story Mix for Birth-6
Thu, Nov 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Join us for an interactive storytime! Best for kids birth-6 years with an adult caregiver. All ages are welcome.
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Piano Performance - Steve Yoder
Thu, Nov 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library
Piano performance in the lobby by volunteer community members.
Computers 101 Series
Thu, Nov 12, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
New to computers 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.
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Bilingual Cuentitos & Friends - Spanish-English Storytime
Thu, Nov 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Shales Children's Activity Room
¡Acompáñanos / Join us for a fun 30-minute bilingual storytime ! Meet new friends, enjoy books, sing songs, and have fun with rhymes and activities.
Fire, Passion, & Heritage: Native American & Mexican Cooking - with Chef Pyet DeSpain
Thu, Nov 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Join chef Pyet DeSpain, winner of Next Level Chef, for a vibrant culinary journey through Rooted in Fire and the Native American and Mexican foodways that inspire it. Please register.
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Elgin Men's Shed
Thu, Nov 12, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Grove Room
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.
Tech Mobile Stop: Coleman Elementary School
Thu, Nov 12, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Mobile Services
Please find us on the corner of Sherwood Ave and Oakhill Rd. Elgin IL 60120.
Teen Volunteer Session - Crafting for the Community
Thu, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Room C
Join us as we make a craft which will be distributed in our monthly activity kits to our care communities. This session will be held in Community Room C.
The Scribble Squad: It's in the Bag! - Grades K-5, Registration Required
Thu, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Sally Lee Fox & Eagle Rooms
Grab a pencil & some art supplies to draw and write your way to a great story! November is Family Stories Month, so we'll write about our family memories in a paper bag book. Registration required.
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Artist Show and Tell
Thu, Nov 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Hoffer Meeting Room
Join local artists as they share some of their favorite works of art and the inspiration behind them. Then, create your own special artwork.
How Do I Leave Thee? Let Me Count the Ways - Hybrid
Thu, Nov 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Elgin Room
Pam Otto & Valerie Blaine share practical ways to keep fallen leaves in your yard while working within municipal & HOA rules to create habitat for overwintering insects & wildlife. Please register.
Glitz, Glam, Gorgeous 2 - Hollywood Costumes Exhibit
Fri, Nov 13, 9:00am - 6:00pm
Main Library
The Glitz, Glam, Gorgeous 2: Hollywood Costumes exhibit returns with more than 20 new, one-of-a-kind costumes worn by legendary stars including Marilyn Monroe, Ginger Rogers and more.
Storytime Amigos - Bilingual Storytime
Fri, Nov 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Sally Lee Fox & Eagle Rooms
Families are invited to share stories, rhymes and musical activities together in this interactive bilingual storytime. For ages 0-6 with an adult caregiver. No registration required.
Wit's Workout
Fri, Nov 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Elgin Branch
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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Tech Mobile Stop: Century Oaks Park
Fri, Nov 13, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Mobile Services
1300 N McLean Blvd, Elgin, IL 60123
Teen Game Night - Haunted Friday The 13th Gaming
Fri, Nov 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
South Elgin Branch
Visit the South Elgin Branch Hoffer Room for Teen Night, bring your friends to have a great time or come make new ones! Join us for haunted Friday the 13th gaming, have a blast of teamwork and fun.
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