Gail Borden Public Library
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Saturday August 2 12:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Power Up Party: A Super Celebration for Summer Reading!
You did it you reached maximum reading power! Now its time to party! Celebrate completing the Summer Reading Challenge with superheroes, games, prizes, food, and nonstop family fun!
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Saturday August 2 12:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Artists Alley
Dive into the world of comics at Artists Alley! Meet local creators, discover new graphic novels and obtain tips & original artwork from authors & illustrators. A must-see for comics fans of all ages!
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Saturday August 2 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Alien Drawing Class
Join comic creator Trevor Mueller as he shows how to use everyday objects to draw cute and cuddly aliens! Fun for all ages - and all drawing skill levels!
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Monday August 4 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Computers 101 Series
New to computers or need a refresher on how to get started? Learn how to use the mouse and keyboard, pick up basic computer skills and browse the internet in this series. Sponsored by Comcast.
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Monday August 4 5:30pm - 7:00pm CDT
Evening Chess Club
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.
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Monday August 4 6:30pm - 8:30pm CDT
Poetry Writers Workshop
Share your love of poetry! Poets share their work in a supportive environment facilitated by Elgin Poet Laureate Emeritus Gareth Mann. Please register.
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Monday August 4 7:00pm - 8:30pm CDT
MS Word Series
In this series, learn the fundamentals of Microsoft Word to create, format, edit and design. Sponsored by Comcast Internet Essentials.
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Tuesday August 5 9:30am - 11:00am CDT
Elgin Genealogical Society
Semi-monthly meeting of the Elgin Genealogical Society. No registration required.
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Tuesday August 5 11:30am - 1:30pm CDT
Elgin Genealogical Society Research Assistance
Receive one-on-one genealogy assistance from Elgin Genealogical Society volunteers.
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Tuesday August 5 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Career Coach in the Library
Drop in for a consultation with a Career Coach from workNet Batavia!
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Tuesday August 5 7:00pm - 8:30pm CDT
MS PowerPoint Series
In this series, learn how to use Microsoft PowerPoint to create, design, and edit presentations. Sponsored by Comcast Internet Essentials.
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Wednesday August 6 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Go Bilingual de verano en la Biblioteca
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.
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Wednesday August 6 6:00pm - 7:30pm CDT
¿Qué es la tutela?
Aprenda sobre el proceso de tutela y quién puede tomar decisiones para sus hijos en caso de que usted no pueda hacerlo. Presentado en español.
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Wednesday August 6 7:00pm - 8:30pm CDT
Walking Book Club
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.
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Wednesday August 6 7:00pm - 8:30pm CDT
Google Tools: Docs
Learn how to create, edit, and share word processing documents using Google Docs. Sponsored by Comcast Internet Essentials.
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Thursday August 7 10:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Piano Performance
Piano performance in the lobby by volunteer community members.
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Thursday August 7 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Selling on eBay
Learn how to create an auction, employ selling strategies to maximize profit, navigate eBay's rules and earn seller ratings that boost future business.
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Thursday August 7 6:30pm - 7:30pm CDT
Grupo de Conversación para la Ciudadanía en inglés
Usando material de USCIS que incluye preguntas de educación cívica, el formulario de solicitud y otros requisitos para la entrevista de ciudadanía.
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Thursday August 7 6:30pm - 7:30pm CDT
1000 Books Before Kindergarten Graduation Party
Has your child finished the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program? Congratulations! Join us for a special party for graduates of this Early Literacy program.
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Thursday August 7 7:00pm - 8:30pm CDT
Writers on the Fox
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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Saturday August 9 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
French Conversation Group
Practice or improve your conversation skills with other French speakers. This discussion group will be in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere facilitated by Sue Aissaoui, who is a native speaker.
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Monday August 11 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
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.
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Monday August 11 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Computers 101 Series
New to computers or need a refresher on how to get started? Learn how to use the mouse and keyboard, pick up basic computer skills and browse the internet in this series. Sponsored by Comcast.
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Monday August 11 11:00am - 1:00pm CDT
Café para Padres- en español- Parents Cafe- In Spanish
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.
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Monday August 11 11:45am - 1:15pm CDT
Armchair Generals
Monthly Civil War-focused discussion group. Generally meets 2nd week of the month. No registration.
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Monday August 11 6:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
De padre a padre
¿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.
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Monday August 11 6:30pm - 8:00pm CDT
Crochet Club
Get hooked on crocheting! Bring a project to work on. All skill levels welcome.Please Register
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Monday August 11 7:00pm - 8:30pm CDT
Great Books Discussion Group
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.
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Tuesday August 12 11:00am - 3:30pm CDT
Consulado General de México en la Biblioteca
¡El Consulado de México visita la biblioteca! Expedición de pasaportes, matrícula consular y credencial para votar. Para hacer una cita puede llamar al 1(424)-309-0009 o visite citas.sre.gob.mx
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Tuesday August 12 6:30pm - 8:00pm CDT
Library Board Meeting
Monthly meeting of the Library Board which is generally held on the second Tuesday of the month.
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Tuesday August 12 6:30pm - 7:30pm CDT
Grupo de Conversación en Inglés en línea o en la Biblioteca
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