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Community Sewing Circle
2024-04-20 10:00:00 2024-04-20 12:00:00 America/Chicago Community Sewing Circle Join us in this welcoming space for sewers of all skill levels to learn, create, and connect. Please bring your own project and equipment, as materials will not be provided. Please Register Main Library - Meadows Community Room B

Saturday, April 20
10:00am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-04-20 10:00:00 2024-04-20 12:00:00 America/Chicago Community Sewing Circle Join us in this welcoming space for sewers of all skill levels to learn, create, and connect. Please bring your own project and equipment, as materials will not be provided. Please Register Main Library - Meadows Community Room B

Main Library

Meadows Community Room B

Join us in this welcoming space for sewers of all skill levels to learn, create, and connect. Please bring your own project and equipment, as materials will not be provided. Please Register

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Mon, Sep 08 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Sep 09 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Sep 10 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Sep 11 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Sep 12 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Sep 13 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Sep 14 12:00PM to 5:00PM
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Upcoming Events

Preschool Storytime - For ages 3-6
Mon, Sep 08, 9:15am - 9:45am
Main Library - Story Room - North
Calling all preschoolers! This storytime features stories, songs, and rhymes for ages 3-6.
Registration is now closed
Elgin Genealogical Society Writers' Group
Mon, Sep 08, 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.
Story Mix for Birth-6
Mon, Sep 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms AB
Join us for an interactive storytime! Best for kids birth-6 years with an adult caregiver. All ages are welcome. Drop-in!
Café para Padres- en español- Parents Cafe- In Spanish
Mon, Sep 08, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Room C
Son reuniones donde las personas hablan, participan activamente y escuchan sobre temas como los desafíos y las victorias de criar a una familia, a través de la autorreflexión y el aprendizaje.
Registration is now closed
Spanish Café / Conversation Group - Café en Español / Grupo de Conversación
Mon, Sep 08, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Main Library - Grove Room
Dive in to learn 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, Sep 08, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Mobile Services - Bookmobile
Bookmobile stop: 1300 N McLean Blvd – at Sheffield Dr. – Elgin 60123 – 3:00-3:45
Bookmobile Stop: Hunter’s Ridge Apartments
Mon, Sep 08, 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, Sep 08, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Mobile Services - Bookmobile
Bookmobile stop: Mark Ave./Greater Grace Church – 991 Deborah Ave. – Elgin 60123 – 5:00-5:45
De padre a padre
Mon, Sep 08, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Room B
¿Te sientes abrumado o deprimido? Únete a nuestro grupo de apoyo en español, dirigido por personas con experiencia en salud mental, en colaboración con NAMI KDK.
Crochet Club
Mon, Sep 08, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Grove Room
Get hooked on crocheting! Bring a project to work on. All skill levels welcome. Please Register
Introduction to Canva
Mon, Sep 08, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Learn to create and edit eye-catching designs, and use built-in templates to create your next flyer, card, or graphics. Comfort with navigating the internet and using a computer is encouraged.
Registration is now closed
Mindful Monday - Gentle yoga, meditation and mindfulness
Mon, Sep 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Elgin Room
Natalie Pendergrass of Sacred Spirit Bodyworks leads us in this workshop to promote self-care and wellness.
ASL Practice Club - American Sign Language
Mon, Sep 08, 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!
Great Books Discussion Group - Hybrid
Mon, Sep 08, 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.
Baby Rhyme Time - For ages 0-11 months
Tue, Sep 09, 9:15am - 9:45am
Main Library - Story Room - South
Calling all babies! Join us for singing, clapping, and simple stories at this program. Best for little ones 0-11 months, with a parent or caregiver.
Bounce & Rhyme Storytime - Ages 1-3 years old
Tue, Sep 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
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
1, 2, 3 Go! - Best for ages 1 to 3
Tue, Sep 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Families are invited to share stories, rhymes and musical activities together in this interactive storytime. For ages 1-3 with an adult caregiver. Drop-in program! No registration required.
Budding Bookworms Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5 years old
Tue, Sep 09, 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
TechKnow Mobile Stop: Hanover Landing
Tue, Sep 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Mobile Services - Sprinter
711 E Chicago Street, Elgin IL 60120
Bookmobile Stop: Westwind Towers
Tue, Sep 09, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Mobile Services - Bookmobile
Bookmobile stop: State Street Towers – main entrance – 104 S. State St. – Elgin 60123 – 2:00-2:45
Bookmobile Stop: Eastside Neighborhood Garden
Tue, Sep 09, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Mobile Services - Bookmobile
Bookmobile stop: Eastside Neighborhood Garden – Borsford Pl., near Channing & Division – Elgin 60120 – 3:00-3:45
Bookmobile Stop: Buena Vista Apartments & Townhomes
Tue, Sep 09, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Mobile Services - Bookmobile
Bookmobile stop: Buena Vista Apts. & Townhomes – Large playground in back off Amanda Cr. – Elgin 60123 - 4:00-4:45
Elgin Area Memory Cafe'
Tue, Sep 09, 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.
Teen Volunteer Orientation
Tue, Sep 09, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Room A
This session is a teen volunteer orientation only. We'll go over the program as well as volunteer expectations. Please meet in Meadows Community Room A.
Registration is now closed
K-Pop Afternoon for Grades 7-12
Tue, Sep 09, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Studio 270
Are you a fan of BTS, Blackpink, Enhypen, or other K-pop groups? Come enjoy your favorite K-pop songs while you make buttons, shrink-plastic charms, and other crafts.
Read & Explore Kid's Book Club- Grades: 3-6 - The Lion of Mars by: Jennifer L. Holm - South Elgin Branch
Tue, Sep 09, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Shales Children's Activity Room
This program is a 4-week series that combines reading, critical thinking, and hands-on activities to enrich the experience.
Registration is now closed
Elgin's Plan for Accessible Streets and Sidewalks - Plan para Calles y Banquetas Accessibles
Tue, Sep 09, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Shales Living Room
The City of Elgin is evaluating how sidewalks, crosswalks, and pathways serve residents and visitors, especially individuals with disabilities. Please come share your ideas and input.
Spanglish Book Club - Club de Lectura Spanglish
Tue, Sep 09, 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. Discussion in English and Spanish
Grupo de Conversación en Inglés en línea o en la Biblioteca - English Conversation Group -Main Library and Zoom
Tue, Sep 09, 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
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Library Board Meeting
Tue, Sep 09, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Main Library - Elgin Room
Monthly meeting of the Library Board which is generally held on the second Tuesday of the month.
MS Excel Series
Tue, Sep 09, 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.
Registration is now closed
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