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The Great North American Eclipse

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2024-01-25 19:00:00 2024-01-25 20:00:00 America/Chicago The Great North American Eclipse Get ready for the the impressive solar eclipse coming up in April 2024! Learn what eclipses are, where to see them, when to look, and how to view solar eclipses safely with Michelle Nichols. Virtual -

Thursday, January 25
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-01-25 19:00:00 2024-01-25 20:00:00 America/Chicago The Great North American Eclipse Get ready for the the impressive solar eclipse coming up in April 2024! Learn what eclipses are, where to see them, when to look, and how to view solar eclipses safely with Michelle Nichols. Virtual -

Get ready for the the impressive solar eclipse coming up in April 2024! Learn what eclipses are, where to see them, when to look, and how to view solar eclipses safely with Michelle Nichols.

Michelle Nichols is Director of Public Observing at the Adler Planetarium in Chicago, IL, and has worked at the Adler since June 1995. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics and Astronomy from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and a Master of Education degree in Curriculum and Instruction from National-Louis University. Ms. Nichols leads all of the Adler Planetarium's telescope, observatory, and public sky observing initiatives and events. Before landing at the Adler Planetarium, Michelle worked at U.S. Space Camp (Titusville, FL), the Astronaut Memorial Planetarium (Cocoa, FL), and the Staerkel Planetarium (Champaign, IL).

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AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Older Adult Interest | Nature & Science | Adult Programs |

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Dinosaur Explorer Exhibit
Sun, Nov 16, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Main Library
Dinosaur Explorer journeys through the wildest, wackiest, and most wonderous dinosaurs and examines human physiology through the lens of these magnificent creatures.  Produced by Imagine.
Chair Yoga
Sun, Nov 16, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Hoffer Meeting Room
Chair yoga is a modified form of yoga that involves performing poses while seated or using a chair for support during standing exercises.
Registration is now closed
GBPL Leaves Hunger Behind - Fall Food Drive
Mon, Nov 17, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Main Library - Lobby - Concierge
Neighboring food pantries need help--drop off non-perishable food and personal care items at the Main Library from Mon. 11/17--Fri. 11/21.
Dinosaur Explorer Exhibit
Mon, Nov 17, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Main Library
Dinosaur Explorer journeys through the wildest, wackiest, and most wonderous dinosaurs and examines human physiology through the lens of these magnificent creatures.  Produced by Imagine.
Preschool Storytime - For ages 3-6
Mon, Nov 17, 9:15am - 9:45am
Main Library - Story Room - North
Calling all preschoolers! This storytime features stories, songs, and rhymes for ages 3-6.
This event is full
Crafty Preschoolers - Ages 3-5
Mon, Nov 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Shales Children's Activity Room
Fun art projects for little artists.
This event is full
Story Mix for Birth-6
Mon, Nov 17, 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. Drop-in!
Singer Featherweight Friends
Mon, Nov 17, 11:30am - 4:30pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms BC
Come sew with fellow Singer Featherweight machine users, make new friends, learn new tips and tricks. Please bring your own machine and supplies. Ideas & suggestions offered Registration Recommended
TechKnow Mobile Stop: Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church - EPEL Playgroup
Mon, Nov 17, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Mobile Services - Sprinter
330 Griswold St, Elgin, IL 60123
TechKnow Mobile Stop: Greater Family Health
Mon, Nov 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Mobile Services - Sprinter
373 Summit St, Elgin, IL 60120
Bookmobile Stop: Century Oaks Park - Sheffield Drive, Elgin
Mon, Nov 17, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop on Sheffield Dr, near park. 3-3:45pm
Bookmobile Stop: Hunter's Ridge - Hunter's Ridge apartments, Elgin
Mon, Nov 17, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Mobile Services
Todd Farm Dr 4:00-4:45pm
Tween Time! Write on! Grades: 3 - 6 - South Elgin Branch
Mon, Nov 17, 4:45pm - 5:30pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Shales Children's Activity Room
Let's have some fun designing our own restaurant! How would it look? What's on the menu? Register to join the fun!
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Bookmobile Stop: Mark Ave. - Greater Grace Church parking lot, Elgin
Mon, Nov 17, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Mobile Services
991 Deborah Ave, Elgin 5:00 - 5:45pm
Evening Chess Club
Mon, Nov 17, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - 2nd Floor - Behind Elevators
Join fellow chess players of all ages and skill levels on the 1st and 3rd Monday of the month for this open play program! Chess sets will be provided.
Special Library Board Meeting
Mon, Nov 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Elgin Room
Special Library Board Meeting
Contemporary Book Group
Mon, Nov 17, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Grove Room
The Contemporary Book Group meets monthly to discuss current, interesting books in assorted genres.
MS Excel Series
Mon, Nov 17, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
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.
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ASL Practice Club - American Sign Language
Mon, Nov 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Room C
Opportunity to practice & build your signing skills in a fun, supportive environment! NOTE THIS IS NOT A CLASS, but a group of people with varying degrees of proficiency helping each other practice!
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