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Elgin Genealogical Society Writers' Group
2024-05-13 10:00:00 2024-05-13 11:00:00 America/Chicago Elgin Genealogical Society Writers' Group 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. Main Library - Conference Room

Monday, May 13
10:00am - 11:00am

Add to Calendar 2024-05-13 10:00:00 2024-05-13 11:00:00 America/Chicago Elgin Genealogical Society Writers' Group 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. Main Library - Conference Room

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.

For more information about Elgin Genealogical Society, visit www.elginroots.com. 

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Adult Programs |

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

Mon, May 20 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, May 21 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, May 22 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, May 23 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, May 24 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 25 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, May 26 12:00PM to 5:00PM
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BabyFest Book Challenge - 150th Anniversary Special
Mon, May 20, All day
Main Library
In honor of our library's 150th anniversary, new and soon-to-be caregivers are invited to a challenge. Read 150 books (only 5 per day!) with your baby or baby-to-be all month long and receive a prize!
MS Word Series
Mon, May 20, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
In this series, learn the fundamentals of Microsoft Word to create, format, edit and design. Sponsored by Comcast Internet Essentials.
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TechKnow Mobile Stop: EPEL Playgroup
Mon, May 20, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Mobile Services - Sprinter
TechKnow Mobile Stop: EPEL Playgroup – Zion Lutheran Church - 330 Griswold St, Elgin, IL 60123
Rakow Readers Book Club
Mon, May 20, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Rakow Branch
Join the Rakow Readers for a lively book discussion in the Shales Living Room of the Rakow Branch Library.
Bookmobile Stop: Century Oaks Park
Mon, May 20, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Mobile Services - Bookmobile
Bookmobile stop: 1300 N McLean Blvd – at Sheffield Dr. – Elgin 60123 – 3:00-3:45
Finals Feeding Frenzy
Mon, May 20, 3:00pm - 9:00pm
Main Library - Studio 270*
Come to our high school teen center to get your study on! Refreshments will be provided.
Bookmobile Stop: Hunter’s Ridge Apartments
Mon, May 20, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Mobile Services - Bookmobile
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, May 20, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Mobile Services - Bookmobile
Bookmobile stop: Mark Ave./Greater Grace Church – 991 Deborah Ave. – Elgin 60123 – 5:00-5:45
Clases de Ciudadanía en español - Spanish Citizenship classes
Mon, May 20, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Esta serie cubrirá las preguntas cívicas en preparación para el examen de ciudadanía. Para obtener más información, comuníquese con Maria Vega de YWCA 773-600-2544. Presentado en español.
Evening Chess Club
Mon, May 20, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - 2nd Floor - Behind Elevators
Chess players of all skill levels are welcome to join us for a game or two.
Clase de Pintura - Naturaleza Floral - Paint Class - Floral Nature
Mon, May 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Sally Lee Fox & Eagle Rooms
Esta clase es perfecta para pintores principiantes,así que no te preocupes si es tu primera vez pintando ¡Cristina Colunga,artista local, te guiará a través de cada paso para pintar naturaleza floral!
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Contemporary Book Group - Picture in the Sand by Peter Blauner
Mon, May 20, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Elgin Room,Conference Room
This group meets on the third Monday of each month to discuss current literary selections.
Concert Guest Passes: Chamber Music on the Fox - Pictures at an Exhibition: featuring 3rd Coast Brass
Mon, May 20, 7:30pm - 9:00pm
In The Community
Guest passes to watch 3rd Coast Brass perform at First United Methodist - 216 E. Highland Ave., Elgin 60120
BabyFest Book Challenge - 150th Anniversary Special
Tue, May 21, All day
Main Library
In honor of our library's 150th anniversary, new and soon-to-be caregivers are invited to a challenge. Read 150 books (only 5 per day!) with your baby or baby-to-be all month long and receive a prize!
Bounce & Rhyme Storytime - Ages 1-3 years old
Tue, May 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Hoffer Room
Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs in this interactive Storytime. Ages 1-3 years old with adult caregiver.
Registration is now closed
Budding Bookworms Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5 years old
Tue, May 21, 11:15am - 11:45am
South Elgin Branch
Preschoolers will enjoy stories, songs, and activities. Ages 3-5 years old
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Career Coach in the Library - entrenador de carrera en la biblioteca
Tue, May 21, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Drop in for a consultation with a Career Coach from workNet Batavia! Service available in Spanish. No registration required. Entrenamiento de carrera disponible en español. No hay registro.
The Music Salon - with Jim Kendros
Tue, May 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms AB
Music appreciation with acclaimed Composer and Music Researcher Jim Kendros. Enjoy dynamic, enjoyable and highly informative presentations on some of the great composers and their music. Register
Bookmobile Stop: Westwind Towers
Tue, May 21, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Mobile Services - Bookmobile
Bookmobile stop: State Street Towers – main entrance – 104 S. State St. – Elgin 60123 – 1:30-2:15
Garden Chat Discussion Group
Tue, May 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Living Room
Do you enjoy gardening? Do you have questions or information to share about flower, herb, or vegetable gardening? If so, join our garden chat on the third Tuesday of each month.
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TechKnow Mobile Stop: Greater Family Health
Tue, May 21, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Mobile Services
TechKnow Mobile Stop: Greater Family Health- 373 Summit Street- Elgin IL 60120
Bookmobile Stop: Belmont Avenue
Tue, May 21, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Mobile Services - Bookmobile
Bookmobile stop: corner of Belmont Ct. and Belmont Ave. – Elgin 60123 3:00-3:45
Finals Feeding Frenzy
Tue, May 21, 3:00pm - 9:00pm
Main Library - Studio 270*
Come to our high school teen center to get your study on! Refreshments will be provided.
Bookmobile Stop: Buena Vista Apartments & Townhomes
Tue, May 21, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Mobile Services - Bookmobile
Bookmobile stop: Buena Vista Apts. & Townhomes – 1285 Fleetwood, playground by the office – Elgin 60123 - 4:00-4:45
Studio 270 Volunteer Corps
Tue, May 21, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Studio 270
Help out the library with various projects. Meet in Studio 270. Registration Required.
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Asian American Representation in Literature - An Author Talk with Rebecca F. Kuang
Tue, May 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual
You’re welcome to join in a thrilling conversation with Rebecca F. Kuang (R.F. Kuang) as she chats with us about her New York Times bestselling novel, Yellowface. Please register.
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Spanglish Book Club - Grupo de lectura para Millennials y GenZ en español e inglés
Tue, May 21, 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.
Walking Club at Gail Borden in English and Spanish - Club de Caminata en Gail Borden-en inglés y español
Tue, May 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library
¡Traiga sus tenis, invita a tus amigos y ven a caminar con nosotros! Camina a tu propio ritmo. Gratis y abierto a adultos mayores de 18 años. Programa bilingüe (inglés y español)
Grupo de Conversación en Inglés en línea o en la Biblioteca - English Conversation Group -Hybrid-Main Library and Zoom
Tue, May 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Grove Room
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
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Google Tools: Drive
Tue, May 21, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Learn how Google Drive can be used to upload, organize, and share files in the cloud. Sponsored by Comcast Internet Essentials.
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