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Free Tax Preparation

Free tax preparation for individuals and families who qualify for the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. This service is by appointment. Call 877-220-7627 to make an appointment.

In partnership with Livingston Taxes, Gail Borden's Main Library is a Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) location. VITA provides free tax help to people who generally make $60,000 or less, persons with disabilities, limited English speaking taxpayers, and seniors who need assistance in preparing their own tax returns. Visit Benefits.gov and GBPL's Tax Information webpage for more information.

 

Hours for this service will be:

  • Thursdays from 4 pm to 8 pm
  • Saturdays from 9 am to 1 pm

Service will generally be available in both English and Spanish.

Please contact Free For You services at (877) 220-7627 with tax questions and to schedule an appointment.

For other VITA service questions, contact the Information Services Desk at (847) 429-4680.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Business & Finance | Activity |

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Main Library
Phone: 847-742-2411
Hours

Today's hours

We're open 9:00AM to 9:00PM

Mon, Jan 13 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Jan 14 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Jan 15 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Jan 16 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Jan 17 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jan 18 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Jan 19 12:00PM to 5:00PM
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Upcoming Events

MLK Food Drive
Mon, Jan 13, 9:00am - 8:30pm
Main Library - Lobby - Concierge
In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. the library is serving as a collection site for the City of Elgin's food drive. Please drop off non-perishable items only at the designated table in the lobby.
Move n' Play - Ages 1-2 years old
Mon, Jan 13, 9:30am - 10:30am
Rakow Branch
Gross and fine motor play for littles as they have fun making new friends. Ages 1-2 years old with adult caregiver.
Bookmobile Stop: South Elgin branch
Mon, Jan 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile Stop in Freshway parking lot
Elgin Genealogical Society Writers' Group
Mon, Jan 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Conference Room
A special interest group that encourages and assists with writing family stories and histories. Participants share their stories for help with ideas, clarification, and resources.
TechKnow Mobile Stop: Zion Lutheran Church
Mon, Jan 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Mobile Services
Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church - 330 Griswold St, Elgin, IL 60123
Armchair Generals
Mon, Jan 13, 11:45am - 1:15pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Room C
Monthly Civil War discussion group. No registration.
Spanish Café / Conversation Group - Café en Español / Grupo de Conversación
Mon, Jan 13, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Main Library - Grove Room
Come, learn and practice Spanish! Intermediate level participants will practice conversations in Spanish by doing activities in the library or visiting places in the community.
Registration is now closed
Bookmobile Stop: Century Oaks Park
Mon, Jan 13, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: 1300 N McLean Blvd – at Sheffield Dr. – Elgin 60123 – 3:00-3:45
Bookmobile Stop: Hunter’s Ridge Apartments
Mon, Jan 13, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Hunter’s Ridge Apts. – southeast parking lot – 1068 Todd Farm Rd. - Elgin 60123 – 4:00-4:45
Bookmobile Stop: Mark Avenue/Greater Grace Church
Mon, Jan 13, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Mark Ave./Greater Grace Church – 991 Deborah Ave. – Elgin 60123 – 5:00-5:45
Crochet Club
Mon, Jan 13, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Room C
Get hooked on crocheting! Bring a project to work on. All skill levels welcome. Please Register
Great Books Discussion Group - Hybrid
Mon, Jan 13, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Conference Room,Info Serv - Zoom
Co-sponsored by the American Association of University Women Elgin Area Branch. Click on the event title for a list of assigned books. Facilitated by Barbara Njus and Gail Cohen. Please Register.
MS PowerPoint Series
Mon, Jan 13, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
In this series, learn how to use Microsoft PowerPoint to create, design, and edit presentations. Sponsored by Comcast Internet Essentials.
Registration is now closed
Concert Guest Pass: Chamber Music on the Fox - - Music for Horns, Piano and Strings
Mon, Jan 13, 7:30pm - 9:30pm
In The Community
Guest pass to attend the Chamber Music on the Fox performance at First Congregational Church - 256 Chicago St. - Elgin, IL
MLK Food Drive
Tue, Jan 14, 9:00am - 8:30pm
Main Library - Lobby - Concierge
In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. the library is serving as a collection site for the City of Elgin's food drive. Please drop off non-perishable items only at the designated table in the lobby.
Bounce & Rhyme Storytime - Ages 1-3 years old
Tue, Jan 14, 9:15am - 9:45am
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
Bounce & Rhyme Storytime - Ages 1-3 years old
Tue, Jan 14, 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
Windows 11 Basics
Tue, Jan 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Learn how to navigate the new Windows 11 interface, locate and manage your files, and customize your preferences in this class.
Registration is now closed
Budding Bookworms Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5 years old
Tue, Jan 14, 10:45am - 11:15am
Rakow Branch
Preschoolers will enjoy stories, songs, and activities. Ages 3-5 years old
Registration is now closed
TechKnow Mobile Stop: Hanover Landing
Tue, Jan 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Mobile Services - Sprinter
711 E Chicago Street, Elgin IL 60120
Financial Resolutions
Tue, Jan 14, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Rakow Branch
Join KCT's Financial Wellness Educator, Marlen Glenn, in a 2 week workshop where you will get a budget planner and real world advice.
This event is full
Bookmobile Stop: Westwind Towers
Tue, Jan 14, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: State Street Towers – main entrance – 104 S. State St. – Elgin 60123 – 2:00-2:45
Bookmobile Stop: Eastside Neighborhood Garden
Tue, Jan 14, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Eastside Neighborhood Garden – Borsford Pl., near Channing & Division – Elgin 60120 – 3:00-3:45
Elgin Area Memory Cafe'
Tue, Jan 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
In The Community
Those with dementia and their care partners are invited for a social event and resources at South Elgin Public Works Building, 1000 Bowes Rd. RSVP 847-289-5848.
Bookmobile Stop: Buena Vista Apartments & Townhomes
Tue, Jan 14, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Buena Vista Apts. & Townhomes – Large playground in back off Amanda Cr. – Elgin 60123 - 4:00-4:45
K-Pop Afternoon for Grades 6-12
Tue, Jan 14, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms AB
Are you a fan of BTS, Blackpink, Stray Kids, or other K-pop groups? Come enjoy your favorite K-pop songs while you make buttons, shrink-plastic charms, and other crafts.
Full STEAM Ahead! Geometric People - Ages: 6-10 - Rakow Branch
Tue, Jan 14, 4:45pm - 5:30pm
Rakow Branch - Shales - Living Room
This collage activity integrates art, geometry and introduces kids to the proportions of the human body. We'll work with geometric shapes to create a one-color collage representing a human in motion.
This event is full
Pizza & Books
Tue, Jan 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Studio 270*
Share your current favorite, listen to what others are reading, and learn about new teen books you will love, and of course, pizza. Registration Required.
Spanglish Book Club - Club de Lectura Spanglish
Tue, Jan 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Acompáñanos mientras discutimos el título de este mes. Conversación en español y inglés. Recoge tu libro o Kindle en la sección de español para adultos.
Grupo de Conversación en Inglés en línea o en la Biblioteca - English Conversation Group -Main Library and Zoom
Tue, Jan 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Room C
Participantes de nivel intermedio, practican conversaciones en inglés, adquieren confianza y mejoran su pronunciación. El grupo es liderado por un tutor de Literacy Connection. Favor registrarse
Registration is now closed
Library Board Meeting
Tue, Jan 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Elgin Room
Monthly meeting of the Library Board which is generally held on the second Tuesday of the month.
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