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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
Fri, Oct 02, 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.
Nuestras Historias - Hispanic Heritage Project - Celebrating Hispanic Culture & Community Exhibit
Fri, Oct 02, 9:00am - 6:00pm
Main Library
A documentary, traveling exhibit, and community project preserving the stories and contributions of Elgin area’s Hispanic community.
Baby & Me Storytime - For ages 0-11 months
Fri, Oct 02, 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.
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Storytime Amigos - Bilingual Storytime
Fri, Oct 02, 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.
Rescheduled
Coffee with the CEO, Carole Medal - Café con la CEO, Carole Medal
Fri, Oct 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
New date Tuesday, September 29, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library
This dedicated session is designed to offer Library District residents a space to share ideas, experiences and hopes for the Library community. Bilingual.
Tech Mobile Stop: Harriet Gifford Elementary School
Fri, Oct 02, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Mobile Services
240 S Clifton Ave, Elgin, IL 60123
Glitz, Glam, Gorgeous 2 - Hollywood Costumes Exhibit
Sat, Oct 03, 9:00am - 5:00pm
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.
Nuestras Historias - Hispanic Heritage Project - Celebrating Hispanic Culture & Community Exhibit
Sat, Oct 03, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Main Library
A documentary, traveling exhibit, and community project preserving the stories and contributions of Elgin area’s Hispanic community.
Developmental Playgroup - Best for ages 0-5
Sat, Oct 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Sally Lee Fox & Eagle Rooms
An inclusive playgroup for children who receive or are considering therapy services. Children play while families meet and find support. Best for ages 0-5, siblings welcome. Registration required.
This event is full
Jigsaw Puzzle Competition (All Ages) - and Puzzle Swap
Sat, Oct 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Calling all jigsaw puzzle lovers! Teams of 4 will race against the clock – and other teams – as you work together to complete the same 500-piece puzzle in 2 hours or less. Register individually.
Teen Volunteer Orientation
Sat, Oct 03, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Main Library - Conference Room
This session is a teen volunteer orientation only. We'll go over the program as well as volunteer expectations.
Teen Volunteer Session - Crafting for the Community
Sat, Oct 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Join us as we make a craft which will be distributed in our monthly activity kits to our care communities.
Read to Rover: South Elgin Branch - South Elgin Branch
Sat, Oct 03, 1:00pm - 1:15pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Corridor
Practice your reading skills by cuddling up with a good book and reading aloud to a fully trained and certified therapy dog. Registration required. NOW for all ages!.
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Read to Rover: South Elgin Branch - South Elgin Branch
Sat, Oct 03, 1:15pm - 1:30pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Corridor
Practice your reading skills by cuddling up with a good book and reading aloud to a fully trained and certified therapy dog. Registration required. NOW for all ages!.
Registration is now closed
Read to Rover: South Elgin Branch - South Elgin Branch
Sat, Oct 03, 1:30pm - 1:45pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Corridor
Practice your reading skills by cuddling up with a good book and reading aloud to a fully trained and certified therapy dog. Registration required. NOW for all ages!.
This event is full
Read to Rover: South Elgin Branch - South Elgin Branch
Sat, Oct 03, 1:45pm - 2:00pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Corridor
Practice your reading skills by cuddling up with a good book and reading aloud to a fully trained and certified therapy dog. Registration required. NOW for all ages!.
Read to Rover: South Elgin Branch - South Elgin Branch
Sat, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 2:15pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Corridor
Practice your reading skills by cuddling up with a good book and reading aloud to a fully trained and certified therapy dog. Registration required. NOW for all ages!.
Read to Rover: South Elgin Branch - South Elgin Branch
Sat, Oct 03, 2:15pm - 2:30pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Corridor
Practice your reading skills by cuddling up with a good book and reading aloud to a fully trained and certified therapy dog. Registration required. NOW for all ages!.
Read to Rover: South Elgin Branch - South Elgin Branch
Sat, Oct 03, 2:30pm - 2:45pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Corridor
Practice your reading skills by cuddling up with a good book and reading aloud to a fully trained and certified therapy dog. Registration required. NOW for all ages!.
This event is full
Read to Rover: South Elgin Branch - South Elgin Branch
Sat, Oct 03, 2:45pm - 3:00pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Corridor
Practice your reading skills by cuddling up with a good book and reading aloud to a fully trained and certified therapy dog. Registration required. NOW for all ages!.
This event is full
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