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Your City @ Home: Field Museum

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2021-05-22 13:00:00 2021-05-22 14:00:00 America/Chicago Your City @ Home: Field Museum Tour of the "Dino Range" Get an exclusive tour of the Dinosaur range with mammalian paleontologist William Simpson! Please Register with email address to receive link to program. Virtual -

Saturday, May 22
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Add to Calendar 2021-05-22 13:00:00 2021-05-22 14:00:00 America/Chicago Your City @ Home: Field Museum Tour of the "Dino Range" Get an exclusive tour of the Dinosaur range with mammalian paleontologist William Simpson! Please Register with email address to receive link to program. Virtual -

Tour of the "Dino Range" Get an exclusive tour of the Dinosaur range with mammalian paleontologist William Simpson! Please Register with email address to receive link to program.

This event is part of “Your City @ Home”: a series of virtual field trips meant to give you the chance to explore all the Chicagoland area has to offer! This series is sponsored by multiple Illinois public libraries. 

AGE GROUP: | All Ages | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Lectures |

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Virtual
Phone: 847-742-2411
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We're open 9:00AM to 9:00PM

Mon, Jun 02 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Jun 03 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Jun 04 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Jun 05 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Jun 06 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jun 07 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Jun 08 12:00PM to 5:00PM
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Programs presented virtually through FB, Zoom, YouTube, and other online sources.

Upcoming Events

Bounce & Rhyme Storytime - Ages 1-3 years old
Wed, Jun 04, 9:15am - 9:45am
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Large Exhibit Area
Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs in this interactive Storytime. Ages 1-3 years old with adult caregiver.
Registration is now closed
Tiny Tales
Wed, Jun 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Enjoy an interactive storytime with your child that includes books, songs, music, and movement. For ages birth - age 2 with an adult caregiver. Drop-in program! No registration required.
Bounce & Rhyme Storytime - Ages 1-3 years old
Wed, Jun 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
Rakow Branch
Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs in this interactive Storytime. Ages 1-3 years old with adult caregiver.
Registration is now closed
iPhone Basics for Seniors
Wed, Jun 04, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Learn basic iPhone operations: adding and removing apps, increase text size, battery care, what to do with that pesky "low memory" message, and much more. This class is best suited for new users.
Registration is now closed
Budding Bookworms Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5 years old
Wed, Jun 04, 10:45am - 11:15am
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Large Exhibit Area
Preschoolers will enjoy stories, songs, and activities. Ages 3-5 years old
Registration is now closed
Sprinter: SLOTG Lords Park
Wed, Jun 04, 11:30am - 12:45pm
Mobile Services
Lords Park- 100 Oakwood Blvd, Elgin, IL 60120
Vivir con Vitalidad: fortaleciendo a nuestros mayores - Hispanic Services Outreach at Oak St. Health
Wed, Jun 04, 11:30am - 1:00pm
In The Community
Un programa diseñado especialmente para adultos mayores de la comunidad hispana, con el objetivo de promover la socialización a través de una variedad de actividades.
Extinctopedia – A Discovery with Smithsonian Scientists - What We Have Lost, What is at Risk, and What To Do About it
Wed, Jun 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Extinctopedia tells a complex story, not just of those who are extinct but also of those in greatest peril, with explanations of what threatens their survival. Please register.
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Mosaic Tiles Crafternoon (Grades 7-12)
Wed, Jun 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Studio 270
Make your own beautiful mosaic tile out of wood, sequins, and all things sparkly! Registration encouraged, but not required. Drop-ins are welcome. Grades 7-12.
Bookmobile Stop: Mulberry Grove Park
Wed, Jun 04, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Mulberry Grove Park – 1770 Newbridge Cr. – Elgin 60123 – 3:00-3:45
TechKnow Mobile Stop: Well Child Center
Wed, Jun 04, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Mobile Services - Sprinter
Well Child Center - 620 Wing St, Elgin, IL 60123
Bookmobile Stop: Rushmore Drive
Wed, Jun 04, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Rushmore Drive, Bartlett 60103 – 4:30-5:00
Bookmobile Stop: Westridge Boulevard
Wed, Jun 04, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Westridge Blvd. & Cedarfield Dr. – Bartlett 60103 – 4:00-4:30
Affirming Our Humanity - Playing, Sharing, and Experiencing Inclusive Joy
Wed, Jun 04, 5:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Join the Rhythm Ambassadors of Funkadesi and Side Street Studio Arts for an evening of creativity and discussion, delving into identity, community, and wellness, culminating in a drum circle for all.
Bookmobile Stop: Blue Heron Park
Wed, Jun 04, 5:15pm - 6:00pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Blue Heron Park – 350 Blue Heron Way – Bartlett 60103 – 5:15-6:00
Go Bilingual de verano en la Biblioteca - Go Bilingual Summer at the Library
Wed, Jun 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - 2nd Floor - Behind Elevators
Aprende en la biblioteca. Participa con otras personas que hablan español o inglés como primer idioma. Learn at the Library with native English and Spanish speakers.
Walking Book Club - Sleeping Giants by Rene Denfeld
Wed, Jun 04, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Conference Room
The Walking Book Club meets weekly on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 pm to walk, followed by the book discussion at 7:45 pm at the Main Library.
Device Advice
Thu, Jun 05, 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.
Summer Story Mix for Birth-6
Thu, Jun 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms AB
Join us for an interactive storytime! Best for kids birth-6 with an adult caregiver. All ages are welcome. Drop-in! No registration required.
Being Secure and Private Online
Thu, Jun 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Learn about common viruses, email and Internet safety, firewalls, and other security features and practices in this class.
Patio Playtime
Thu, Jun 05, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library
Designed for toddlers and preschoolers, this open-ended playtime encourages imagination and fun on our KidSpace outdoor patio. Drop in and play—weather permitting!
Summer Art Explorers: Art INTERRUPTED! - Grades K-6 (In Person)- Registration required.
Thu, Jun 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Sally Lee Fox & Eagle Rooms
Join Ms. Carrie to explore unique art this summer. We'll learn about an artist or medium, but we'll spend most of our time MAKING ART! This session, we'll finish some famous art with our own spin!
This event is full
Book Bike: Summer Learning on the Go
Thu, Jun 05, 11:30am - 12:45pm
Mobile Services
Location: St. Francis Park
Book Bike: SLOTG St. Francis Park - St. Francis
Thu, Jun 05, 11:30am - 12:45pm
Mobile Services
St. Francis - Jefferson Ave Elgin, IL 60120
Summer Art Explorers: Art INTERRUPTED! - Grades K-6 (In Person)- Registration required.
Thu, Jun 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Sally Lee Fox & Eagle Rooms
Join Ms. Carrie to explore unique art this summer. We'll learn about an artist or medium, but we'll spend most of our time MAKING ART! This session, we'll finish some famous art with our own spin!
This event is full
TechKnow Mobile Stop: Centro de Informacion
Thu, Jun 05, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Mobile Services - Sprinter
Centro de Informacion Elgin - 1885 Lin Lor Ln, Elgin, IL 60123
TechKnow Mobile Stop: Smart Wash Lavanderia
Thu, Jun 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mobile Services - Sprinter
425 Dundee Ave. – Elgin 60120
Logo Design - Digital Media Lab (Grades 7-12)
Thu, Jun 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Studio 270 Digital Media Lab
Create your own logo for your YouTube channel or for your own business/brand in Canva. Grades 7-12. Registration required.
This event is full
Teen Movie Night: Across the Spiderverse (Grades 7-12)
Thu, Jun 05, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Studio 270
Watch Across the Spiderverse and enjoy delicious popcorn! Grades 7-12. No registration required.
The Mind Body Connection
Thu, Jun 05, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Elgin Room
Join us for an insightful presentation led by a seasoned Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, where we explore the fascinating link between your thoughts, emotions, and physical health. Register
Grupo de Conversación para la Ciudadanía en inglés - En la biblioteca
Thu, Jun 05, 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.
This event is full
Writers on the Fox
Thu, Jun 05, 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.
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