March April Newsletter 2017

Discover 

March – April 2017 

Calling for 

Dinosaur 

Volunteers! 

www.gailborden.info/giants-vols 

Top Row L to R: Steve Johnson, Highland Elementary School Principal & Leader of 5-time Summer Reading Challenge School Winner; Tiffany Henderson, Vice President, Gail Borden Public 

Library Foundation; Mary Camacho, Community Volunteer Extraordinaire; Karla Jimenez, U-46 Coordinator of Family & Community Engagement; Nancy Haggard, Manager of Volunteer Services, 

Gail Borden Public Library; Elgin Mayor David Kaptain. Bottom Row L to R: Karen Fox, Co-Leader Giants Volunteers; Tony Sanders, CEO School District U-46; Dan Fox, Co-Leader Giants Volunteers. 

Dinosaur 

Giants 

An Exhibit from the Sereno Fossil Lab 

Main Library 

May 15 – September 24 

See page 5 for details. 

Exhibit at the Main Library 

Through April 30 

Learn about activist grandmothers 

around the world who are fighting for 

political, social and economic justice 

for their grandchildren. Based on 

the internationally acclaimed book 

by photographer Paola Gianturco, 

Grandmother Power tells compelling 

stories with impactful photos and 

words. For information about telling 

the story of your grandmother, go to 

www.gailborden.info/grandmother. 

[Grandmother Power: A Global Phenomenon 

was developed by GRPM in cooperation with 

Genesis, Inc. Photography ©2013 GRPM.] 

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Reading is Gigantic! 

Summer Reading Challenge 

Starts May 15 

Look for fun prizes and dinosaur 

fun all summer long! 

Open Elgin 

Saturday, April 22 

1 – 5 pm 

Buildings normally not open to the public will 

open their doors for one day only to share their 

secrets. See page 4. 

March Into 

Health 

Insert Inside! 

THE GAIL BORDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT NEWSLETTER | PUBLISHED BI-MONTHLY ISSUE NO. 2017-02 | March 1, 2017

Families 

Family Fiesta: La Bruja 

que No fue a la Escuela 

Main Library Meadows Community Rooms 

Wednesday, March 8 6 – 8 pm 

Explore the art of writing and illustration 

with author and U-46 educator Raul 

Castillo and his book La Bruja que No fue 

a la Escuela, through stories, crafts and 

snacks. For families with at least one child 

in grades three to six. Para una descripción 

en español, vea la página 14. R ES 

Create. Innovate. Ignite Series 

This series is designed to help people spark 

their imaginations, ignite their creativity 

and bring their innovations to life! 

Creative Aging through 

the Ages 


Sunday, March 12 1 – 4 pm 

Join our experts for an interactive 

presentation and hands-on workshop 

that will explore the creative arts and 

movement through every age and stage! 

American Sign Language 

in Spanish 


Tuesdays, March 14 – April 18 

6 – 8 pm 

This free six-part American Sign Language 

class in Spanish for Spanish-speaking 

families with deaf or hard-of-hearing 

children is provided by CHOICES for 

Parents. Para una descripción en español, vea 

la página 14. ES 

Homeschool Meet-Up 

Main Library StoryRoom South 

Wednesday, March 15 11 am – noon 

Get ideas about starting homeschooling 

or get new ideas if you already 

homeschool and meet other families. 

Lucky Leprechauns 

Rakow Branch Children’s area 

Saturday, March 18 10:30 – 11:30 am 

All are welcome for a wee bit of 

St. Patrick’s Day green fun with a 

shamrock scavenger hunt, lucky charms 

and more. R 

Latin Dance Lesson 


Tuesday, March 14 

Thursday, April 13 

7 – 8 pm 

Get your shoes ready for modern and 

timeless Latin American dance rhythms 

from salsa to bachata. No previous 

experience or partner is required. Para una 

descripción en español, vea la página 14. ES 

Two Rivers Parent Meetings 

Parents of children from birth to five years 

learn how to help children and families 

remain healthy in body and mind. Para una 


Parenting Skills 

Main Library Elgin Room 

Tuesday, April 4 4:30 – 5:30 pm 

Earth Day: Native and Cultural 

Heritage Celebration 

Main Library 

Saturday, April 22 1 – 4 pm 

Celebrate traditions, history and the 

Fox River with interactive music, dance 

and crafts. 

Sponsored by: Trickster Gallery, GBPL, Friends of the 

Fox River, ECCO, EHRC and ECP. 

Celebrate Earth Day! 

Rakow Branch and South Elgin Branch 

Saturday, April 22 11 am – 4 pm 

Drop in 

Stop by for some fun interactive 

Earth Day activities. 

Children’s Day 2017 

Elgin High School Auditorium 


The program will be presented in Spanish 

and English. Free tickets are available at 

the KidSpace desk at the Main Library. 

Para una descripción en español, vea la 

página 14. ES 

March into Health 

Kickoff 

Families 

Main Library 

Wednesday, March 1 

5:30 – 8 pm 

Fun for the whole family: 

· Welcome from Elgin Mayor 

Dave Kaptain 

· Towers of Power Ninja Warriors Demo at 

7 pm. Free tickets given out 5:30 – 7 pm 

· Chicago Junior Ninja Warriors 

· Sushi Demo with Chef Doug from 

Tarragon Catering 

· Fresh Market fresh fruit giveaway 

For information about all March into Health 

programs and special events, please see the insert 

inside this newsletter. 

Welcome Baby! 

Baby’s First Library Visit 

Babies up to six months and parents 

Main Library Storyrooms 

Fridays, March 17, April 14 1 & 3 pm 

Saturdays, March 18, April 15 

9:30 & 10:30 am 

(10:30 am session in Spanish) 

Rakow Branch 

Saturdays, March 4, April 1 1 & 2 pm 

South Elgin Branch 


1 & 2 pm 

Bring baby and baby’s new library card 

to learn about programs and resources 

to support your baby’s early literacy 

development and receive a special gift! R 

Launchpad = Learning Made Fun! 

Long car rides and visits to the doctor get easier for kids and 

parents when families take along Launchpad, a preloaded 

children’s learning tablet. Launchpad can be checked out for one 

month. Kids can choose their own personal avatar and learn about 

space, animals, dinosaurs, nature and more through games, puzzles and storybook apps. 

Ask for Launchpad at the Main Library, Rakow Branch and South Elgin Branch. 

2 R =Registration required • Three ways to register: Online at gailborden.info/register • Call 847-429-4597 • In person

Foundation Corner 

Innovative Ways to Give 

Amazon Smile 

Amazon will donate .5% of the price of 

your eligible AmazonSmile purchases. 

Go to smile.amazon.com 

PayPal 

Donate online here: 

www.gailborden.info/foundation then 

click on the gold Donate button. 

United Way 

Choose Gail Borden Public Library 

Foundation when you designate 

your dollars. 

April 3 - 8 

BabyFest Week Go to www.gailborden.info/babyfest for a list of programs and participating vendors. 

Safety First: Infant CPR 

Adults 


Monday April 3 

6 – 7 pm 

An expert will discuss techniques for 

medical emergencies. R 

Baby Derby 

Birth - 2 years with a caregiver 

Main Library Grove Room (formerly South Elgin Room) 

Tuesday, April 4 10 – 11 am 

Photo ops, design-your-own medal craft 

and more. Crawlers begin at 10 am, 

Walkers at 10:30 am. R 

Mommy Self-Care Night 

Adults 


Tuesday, April 4 6 – 8 pm 

There will be a massage therapist, 

manicures, games and snacks. Arrive early 

to book massages and manicures. R 

Mother + Baby Yoga 

3 weeks to almost crawling with caregiver 

South Elgin Branch Hoffer Meeting Room 

Wednesday April 5 

10:30 – 11:30 am 

Learn poses to calm and soothe your 

child, aid your baby’s digestion and 

encourage sleep. Presenter will be 

ohmMother Yoga. R 

Baby Showers on a Budget 

Adults 


Wednesday, April 5 4 – 6 pm 

Discover cost-saving DIY tips for baby 

showers and other parties and learn how 

to make a balloon column and diaper 

cake. Featured speaker: BalloonCraft with 

Lori Craft. 

Rock ‘n’ Kids 

Music and Dance Party 

Birth – K with a caregiver 


Wednesday, April 5 

11:30 am – 12:15 pm 

Sing and dance using instruments and 

props, imaginative play and just plain fun! 

Presenter: Rock ‘n’ Kids. 

HúGá: For A Healthy You 

Adults 


Wednesday, April 5 7 – 7:45 pm 

The Barefoot Hawaiian helps you discover 

Harmony, Unity, and Gratitude. Come as a 

couple or by yourself. R 

Dog Meets Baby 

Adults 


Thursday, April 6 6 – 6:45 pm 

Robin Massey of FYDOLAND will help you 

prepare your dog for the arrival of your 

new baby. R 

Thirty Million Words 

Adults, Early Childhood Educators 



Beth Suskind will talk about the Thirty 

Million Word Initiative, designed to 

harness the power of parent language to 

build a child’s brain. 

Participants eligible for Gateway credits. 

Co-sponsored by MED-EL Cochlear Implants- 

Implantable Hearing Solutions. 

Beautifully Pregnant 

Photo Session 

Main Library River Room 

Friday, April 7 

3 – 4:30 pm 

Celebrate your pregnancy with a 

“baby bump” photo. R 

Empowering Your Birth: 

Options for a Safe and 

Satisfying Childbirth 

Adults 

Rakow Branch Shales Living Room 


9:30 am 

Experienced birth doula Kate Taylor, MA, 

MT-BC, of Creative Childbirth Concepts® 

will share her expertise on using creative 

arts in birth preparation 

and music during labor 

and delivery. R 

Creative Music for Children 

Birth – young children with a caregiver 


Friday, April 7 10:30 am 

Parents learn about musical ways to 

bond with their child with music therapist 

Kate Taylor. R 

BabyFest 

Families 



We will feature health and wellness 

resources, community services and early 

childhood literacy information. Specialty 

vendors will share their unique items for 

little ones and families. 

Meet Peter Rabbit! 

Main Library Youth Center 

Saturday, April 8 10:30 am – 1:30 pm 

Meet Peter Rabbit, take your photo with 

him and listen to spring stories. 

ES = descripción en español 

*Children under age 8 must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver. 

www.gailborden.info 3

Kids 

Book Championship 2017 

Stop by KidSpace throughout March to 

check out the weekly book bracket and 

vote for your favorite! Will your choice 

make it to the Final Championship? 

Preschool Prom 

2 – 6 years with a caregiver 


Thursday, March 2 

11:30 am – 12:30 pm 

This dance party will feature music and a 

craft activity. Dress up or dress down—you 

will have fun! R 

Pediatric Therapeutic 

Playgroup 

Birth – 5 years with an adult 

Main Library South Storyroom 

Tuesdays, March 14 – April 25 11 am 

An inclusive playgroup for children who 

currently receive therapy services or may 

benefit from therapeutic play. This class is 

taught by a speech therapist. R 

Homework Heroes 

Grades K – 8 

Main Library Youth Center 

Thursdays 5 – 8 pm heroes 

Sundays 2 – 4 pm 

Students who need help 

with homework assignments can meet 

with a helpful volunteer. 

No program March 30 and April 2. 

h o m e w o r k 

Spring Break 

Story Theater Camp 

Grades 1 – 3 


March 27, 28, 29 10:30 – 11:30 am 

The Silly Librarian Jennifer Kaap will teach 

kids how to make stories come alive. 

Please register for all three classes. R 

Camouflage Critters 



March 28, 29, 30 2 – 3 pm 

Draw, paint and disguise a new animal 

each day using watercolors, paints 

and objects. R 

Jr. Naturalist Camp 


Rakow Branch 

March 27, 28, 29, 30, 31 1 – 2 pm 

Learn about our beautiful National Parks, 

conservation and native plants. Kids may 

attend one day, a few days, or all week. R 

Bricks 4 Kidz® 

Junior Robotics 

Workshop 



Monday, March 27 1 – 4 pm 

Turn your next LEGO® creation into 

a robot. R 

Games & Gadgets 

Grades 1 & Up* 

Main Library Storyroom South 

Wednesday, March 29 2 – 3:30 pm 

Drop in for some family free play! Board 

games, chess, LEGO® bricks, Wii video 

games or iPads will be available. 

Creative Cartooning 

with Andertoons 



Thursday, March 30 11 am – noon 

Kids will learn the basics of cartooning. 

Instructor Mark Anderson is a professional 

cartoonist. R 

Minions Interactive Movie 


Main Library 

Meadows Community Rooms 

Friday, March 31 10 am – noon 

Costumes are optional but 

encouraged. All will receive a prop 

bag for acting out the movie. R 

Discover historic Elgin by touring 

buildings with unique architectural 

features, fascinating histories and 

eye-opening elements. Schools, 

downtown office buildings, businesses 

and many more, including some LEED 

certified structures, will be open. For more information, go 

to www.openelgin.com. 

Be a part of the first Open Elgin! Event volunteers are 

needed to welcome visitors at some of Elgin’s most historic 

and significant buildings on April 22. Duties will include 

greeting guests and sharing information about a building 

during two- or four-hour shifts. Sign up with a friend and 

work together. Contact Nancy Haggard at 847-289-5840 or 

elginopenvolunteer@gailborden.info. 

Chicago Cubs 2016 

World Series Trophy 

Tour - February 12 

Thank you to those 

who helped Gail Borden 

Library make this an 

extraordinary event: 

Elgin Police Department 

Angie Barnes 

Homer Garza 

Matt Idstein 

Ed and Elaine Kolasa 

Chris Kukla 

Vickie Lundy 

Phil Raleigh 

Carla Walther 

Sponsored by Elgin Area Chamber and the Enhancing Elgin Committee 

of the Elgin Development Group, the City of Elgin, School District U-46, 

Judson University, Elgin Area Convention & Visitors Bureau, Downtown 

Neighborhood Association, the Elgin History Museum, the Elgin Symphony 

Orchestra, Hamilton Wings AND Create, Innovate, Ignite and the 

Gail Borden Public Library District. 


Creativity! 

Games! 

After School Adventures 


Main Library Creation Station 

Mondays 4 – 5 pm 

A new game, craft or activity will be 

available each week. 

No program March 13 and April 10. 

Creativity Lab 

Grades 1 & Up 

Rakow Branch 

Mondays 4 – 5 pm 

Art, tinkering activities and games will be 

available for creative play. Drop in. 

Preschool Picassos 


Main Library Storyroom 

Monday, March 6 

9:30 – 11 am, 3 – 4:30 pm 

Wednesday, March 8 

9:30 – 11 am, 6:30 – 8 pm 


9:30 – 11 am 

Friday, March 10 10 – 11:30 am 

Children will visit art stations for hands-on 

activities that encourage creativity and 

imagination at this drop-in program. Para 

una descripción en español, vea la página 14. ES 

STEAMologists 



Mondays, March 13, April 10 

4 – 5 pm 

Rakow Branch 

Wednesdays, March 8, April 12 

4 – 5 pm 


Tuesdays, March 14, April 18 

4:30 – 5:30 pm 

Science Technology Engineering Arts and 

Math! We will be exploring, experimenting 

and creating. R 


Bricks 4 Kidz® 

Batman Movie Workshop 



Friday, March 3 10:30 – 11:30 am 

Children will use their 

imaginations, building 

skills and crime-fighting 

passion. Kids will build 

motorized models of Batman’s, Bat 

Girl’s and the Jokester’s vehicles. R 

No School Day: 

Spring Scavenger Hunt 


Main Library KidSpace 

Friday, April 14 All day 

Get a list of clues, search high and 

low for solutions, then spin the wheel 

to reveal your prize! 

Build It Up! with LEGOS® 




4 – 5 pm 

Rakow Branch 


1 – 3 pm 



LEGO® building blocks will be provided for 

this fun-filled, creative building program. 

Sew Much Fun! 

Grades 3 & Up 


Mondays, March 20, April 24 4 – 5 pm 

Beginners work on simple projects while 

those who know how to sew can polish 

their skills. All materials provided. R 

*Children under age 8 must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver. 

The Gaming Event 

Grades 3 and up 

Main Library Meadows Community Rooms BC 

Mondays, March 6, April 10 6 – 8 pm 

Play card-based role-playing games such 

as Pokemon and Yu-Gi-Oh. Bring your 

cards to play or trade. 

Minecraft 


Main Library Computer Training Room 

Thursdays, March 9, April 13 4 – 5 pm 

Beginners can learn how to play and 

experts can compete in a building 

challenge with friends. R 

Games & Gadgets 




2 – 3:30 pm 

Drop in for family free play with board 

games, chess, LEGO® bricks, Wii video 

games or iPads. 

Chess Clubs 

Kids and teens are invited to hone their 

chess skills. Beginners are welcome—we 

will teach you how to play! 

ChessMaster Junior 

Chess Club 



Wednesdays 4 – 5 pm 

Rakow Rooks 

Chess and Games Club 


Rakow Branch 

Tuesdays 4:30 – 5:30 pm 

South Elgin Sentinels 

Chess Club 



Tuesdays 4:30 – 5:30 pm 

(No Chess Club March 14 and April 18) 

Go back in time to a prehistoric world more than 

100 million years old! See life-size replica dinosaur 

giants such as the 33-foot-tall Jobaria skeleton, the 

Suchomimus “Crocodile Mimic” skeleton and more. 

The dinosaur skeleton replicas are based on actual 

fossils discovered by the team of world famous 

University of Chicago paleontologist Dr. Paul Sereno. 

May 15 – September 24 

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Story Programs 

Spring Programs March 13 – April 28 

(registration begins February 27) 

Baby Rhyme Time 

Birth – 11 months with an adult 


Thursdays 6:15 pm 

Fridays 9:15 am 


Mondays 9:15 or 10 am 

Singing, clapping, simple stories and 

playtime at this half-hour program. R 

Wonderful Ones 

12 – 23 months with an adult 

Main Library 

Mondays 6:15 pm 

Meadows Community Room C 

Tuesdays 9:15 am 


Thursdays 9:30 am 

Story Room South 

Fridays 10 am 

Story Room South 

South Elgin Branch in Hoffer Room 

Tuesdays 3:30 pm 

Short stories, fingerplays, rhymes and 

more at this half-hour program. 

Terrific Twos 

2 years with an adult 

Main Library 

Tuesdays 6:15 pm 

Storyroom South 

Thursdays 9:15, 10, 10:45 am 


No program March 30. 

20 minutes of stories, interactive 

fingerplays and more. R 

1, 2, 3, Go! 

1 – 3 years with an adult 


Wednesdays 10 am 

No program April 5. 

South Elgin Branch Hoffer Room 


Families are invited to share stories, 

rhymes and musical 

activities together. 

Story Mix for 3 to 6 

3 – 6 years 

Main Library Storyroom North 

Mondays 9:30 am or 3:30 pm 

Tuesdays 10 am or 7 pm 


Rakow Branch 

Wednesdays 10:30 am 


Mondays 6 pm 

30 minutes of stories, fingerplays and 

songs. As parents must remain in the 

building but do not need to attend 

class, this is the first “on my own” library 

experience for children. 

Family Jam 

All ages with an adult caregiver 


Mondays 6:30 pm 

Take a break as a family after your busy 

day with 30 minutes of movement, stories 

and fun! 

Spanish Family Storytime 

All ages* 


March 15 – April 26 

Wednesdays 6:30 – 7 pm 

Families who speak or are learning 

Spanish can enjoy stories, crafts and 

songs together. This program is entirely in 

Spanish. Para una descripción en español, vea 

la página 14. ES 

Read to Rover 

Elementary age students 

Saturdays 10, 10:30, 11 or 11:30 am 

Main Library March 11 

Rakow Branch April 8 

Kids practice reading out loud to friendly, 

certified therapy dogs during a 20-minute 

session. R 

Teddy Bear Sleepover 

3 – 8 years* 



Register for one: 11:30 am or 6:30 pm 

Children bring a stuffed animal (one that 

will not be missed) to a special storytime 

then leave it for a sleepover at the library. 

When children pick up their stuffed 

animal March 8 or 9, they will receive a 

picture that shows the library adventures 

their animal friend had. R 

Sensory Storytime 

Main Library Meadows Community Room C 

Wednesdays, March 15, 22, 29 

6 – 6:30 pm 

Families can enjoy stories and music 

chosen for children ages 4 to 8 with 

developmental delays and sensory needs. 

Siblings are welcome. R 

Panera Milk & 

Cookie Storytime 

Preschoolers 

Panera Bread, 322 Randall Rd., South Elgin 

Tuesdays, March 7, 21, April 4, 18 

9:30 – 10 am 

Enjoy stories read by a library staff 

member, followed by a milk and cookie 

snack compliments of Panera. R 

Stories at the 

Museum 

3 – 6 years 

Stories at the 

Elgin Public Museum 

225 Grand Blvd., Elgin 


Storytime by Ms. Madeleine followed by 

a special presentation on owls and local 

birds given by Education Coordinator 

Francesca Zomkowski. R 

Stories at the Elgin 

History Museum 

360 Park St., Elgin 


Storytime by Ms. Madeleine followed 

by a special presentation on trains 

given by Museum Educator Sara Russell. 


Middle School Zone 

Grades 6 - 8 

Teens 

Grades 6 - 12 

Volunteens 

Are you entering 7th or 8th grade? Want 

to help the library and earn volunteer 

hours? Visit the Youth Help Desk to sign 

up for Volunteens. 

Duct Tape + Paper Toys + You 


7 – 8 pm 

Learn how to make duct tape wallets and 

roses, assemble paper toy models of your 

favorite characters and more. 

Studio 270 

Grades 9 - 12 

Teen Job Fair 

Main Library 

Wednesday, April 12 

6:30 – 8 pm 

Looking for a 

summer job? Talk 

to local employers 

about available job 

openings and pick 

up tips to ace your 

application and 

interview. 

Teen Tech Week 

Celebrate and “Be the Source of Change” 

during Teen Tech Week March 5 – 11. 

DIY Vinyl Decals 

Main Library Studio 270 


Create your own vinyl decals using our 

Silhouette Cameo machine. 

LED Light Jewelry 



Learn to use LED light and 

connective thread to make your own 

one-of-a-kind wearables. 

Open Mic Night 


Tuesday, March 18 7 – 8 pm 

We are looking for musicians, poets, 

comedians, storytellers and more 

to perform. 


Candy Science 

Main Library Grove Room 

(formerly South Elgin Room) 


Do you like candy? How about science? 

Let’s mix the two and see what happens! 

Participants will receive a candy goodie 

bag to take home—register to secure 

your spot. R 

Pizza and Books 





5 – 6 pm 

5:30 – 6:30 pm 

BlackLight Painting 



Create your own far-out paintings made 

incredible with blacklight. 

Spa Crafts 


Wednesday, March 29 5:30 – 6:30 pm 

Find some relaxation by making your own 

bath bombs and sugar scrubs. 

Blackout Poetry 


Monday, April 10 5 – 6 pm 

Celebrate National Poetry Month 

with your own blackout poetry. 

Experiment with making your own 

poems using existing books, newspapers 

and magazines. 

Cupcake Decorating 



Become a cupcake wizard by learning the 

basic tips and tricks of decorating. 

ACT and SAT Practice 

Take a full-length timed and graded ACT 

or SAT online practice test. For details, 

stop by the Information Desk or call 

847-429-4680. 

Manga and Anime Club 




2 – 3:30 pm 

Calling all fans of Attack on Titan, 

One-Punch Man and more! Watch 

anime, share fan art, and enjoy 

Japanese snacks while socializing 

with other otaku. 

Teen Writing and 

Art Showcase 

Art and writing submissions that 

meet the guidelines will be published 

online with selected entries 

published in a print booklet. Pick 

up an entry form at the Youth Help 

Desk, the Rakow Branch or online at 

www.gailborden.info/teenwriting. 

Digital Media Lab 


Teens can learn how to create and 

edit a professional audio recording, 

direct and edit a professional video, 

and become a Photoshop pro. 

Digital Media Lab 

Open House 

Tuesday, March 8 3 – 8 pm 

Audio Lab 6 – 8 pm 


Vinyl to Digital Sampling 


Midi Production 

Monday, April 3 

Logic Pro X Tutorial 

Video Lab 6 – 8 pm 


Editing Music Videos 


Movie Trailers 


Final Cut Pro Tutorial 

Photoshop 101 6 – 8 pm 


CD Cover Art 


Adults 

Amazing Women 

Jenny Riddle 

is Diana Nyad: 

Find a Way 

Book Review 


Saturday, March 11 2 – 3 pm 

Jenny Riddle will present a dramatic book 

review of Find a Way, the inspiring story 

of Diana Nyad’s solo 110-mile swim from 

Cuba to Florida at the age of 64. R 

Co-sponsored by Gail Borden Public Library and 

American Association of University Women, Elgin 

Area Branch. 

Hamilton’s 

Women—Meet 

the Real Schuyler 

Sisters Who 

Captivated 

Alexander Hamilton 

Adults 


Tuesday, April 25 6:30 pm 

Actress and scholar Leslie Goddard, Ph.D., 

brings these smart, beautiful women to 

life as they discuss their complicated 

relationships with Hamilton and others 

who helped shape a new nation. R 

Gardening 

Series 

by University of Illinois Extension Master Gardener 

Seed Starting 


Thursday, March 23 6:30 pm 

A Master Gardener will discuss the 

timing, seed selection, germination 

and seedling growth and hardening of 

young plants before their permanent 

move outdoors. R 

Body Smart Gardening 


Thursday, April 27 6:30 pm 

Get tips on how to make gardening more 

enjoyable with the right clothing, tools 

and methods. R 

Herbs for the Garden 

and Kitchen 


Saturday, April 29 1 pm 

Learn about growing, collecting, 

preserving and cooking techniques. R 

Adult Crafts and 

More! 

Jewelry Making 

Elegant Bracelet 



Ages 17 & Up 

Use needle and thread to sew an elegant 

bracelet. All supplies provided. R 

Wirewrap Pendant 

Rakow Branch Shales Living room 


Ages 17 & Up 

Create a beautiful pendant using 

wirewrapping techniques. R 

Recycling Crafts 

Caddies, Trinkets and More! 

Rakow Branch 


Ages 17 & Up 

Recycle plastic bottles and egg cartons to 

make caddies, trinkets and more. R 

Decorative Containers 

Rakow Branch 


Ages 17 & Up 

Create decorative containers of all shapes 

and sizes using old magazines. R 

Adult Sewing Workshops 


Wednesdays, 10:15 am – 12:15 pm 

April 12 Sewing Machine 101 

Get the information you need to help you 

decide on the right sewing machine. R 

April 19 Survival Sewing 

Discover minor alterations 

you can do such as repairing 

hems and ripped seams, 

patching holes, sewing on 

buttons and more. R 

April 26 Using Sewing Patterns 

Learn about sewing patterns, best fabric 

type and notions needed. R 

Bullet Journaling 101 



Productivity blogger Shelby Abrahamsen 

will help you with a hands-on page. R 

Information for You 

Candidate Forums 


The League of Women Voters of the Elgin 

Area will present Candidate Forums for 

the 2017 Consolidated Election. Become 

a better educated voter and bring your 

questions. Co-Sponsored with the Gail Borden 

Public Library. 


Tentatively, candidates for the Elgin 

Community College Board and Gail Borden 

Public Library District Board. 

Thursday, March 16 6:30 – 8:30 pm 

Tentatively, candidates for the School 

Dist. U-46 Board, Elgin City Council and 

Elgin Township offices. 

Driving Electric: Get to Know 

Electric and Hybrid Vehicles 


Thursday, March 23 7 – 8:30 pm 

Elgin Sustainability Commission 

Commissioner Paige Fitton will discuss 

types of electric cars available. R 

Medicare 101 


Thursday, March 30 7 – 8:30 pm 

David Wylly of the Medicare 

Solutions Network will discuss Medicare 

coverage, Medicare Supplements, 

Part D Drug Prescription coverage and 

Advantage Plans. R 

I-90 Pace Bus Service: 

New & Improved 


Monday, April 10 6:30 pm 

Monday, April 17 11 am 

Pace Suburban Bus has introduced new 

and expanded rapid bus service along the 

rebuilt I-90 corridor between Elgin and 

the Rosemont CTA Blue Line. Learn about 

new express access to employment, 

shopping and entertainment in nearby 

suburbs and Chicago. Also learn about 

five new Pace Bus routes, three new 

Park-n-Rides and the bus-only exit at the 

River Road Toll Plaza. Para una descripción 

en español, vea la página 14. ES 


Music 

Sunday Afternoon Concert Series 

Main Library Meadows Community Rooms 2 – 3 pm 

Meet the artists and enjoy refreshments after each concert. Free tickets will be available at the 

Main Library, Rakow Branch and South Elgin Branch three weeks prior to each concert. 

March 19 

Isabella Lippi, Violin 

Elgin Symphony Orchestra Concertmaster 

Isabella Lippi will play works 

by Brahms and Mozart 

with the incomparable 

pianist Bill Koehler as well 

as the Bach Chaconne and 

Paganini’s 24th Caprice. 

April 9 

Hollis Prize Recital 

Millikin University’s School 

of Music is pleased to 

present the 2017 Hollis 

Prize Winner’s Recital at 

the Gail Borden Public 

Library. The competition 

is made possible through the generosity 

of Dr. Kimm Hollis, Millikin Alumnus and 

Professor of Music at Hanover College 

in Indiana. No tickets required. 


Diane Bolden-Taylor, Soprano 

Art Songs of Black Composers 

Diane Bolden-Taylor has 

performed for audiences 

throughout the United 

States, Europe, India, 

Australia, and Africa as 

well as in Zürich and Basel 

in Switzerland, Bonn and Stuttgart in 

Germany and at Opera Colorado in Denver. 

Elgin Symphony 

Orchestra 

Master Classes 

No tickets or registration required. 

Witness the learning process as a 

world-class and renowned Elgin Symphony 

guest artist works with area students on 

technique and musicianship. Sponsored 

by the Elgin Symphony Orchestra. 

Master Class with 

Alexander Fiterstein, Clarinet 


Saturday, March 4 10 am – noon 

Clarinetist Alexander 

Fiterstein is recognized 

for playing that combines 

flawless technique and 

consummate musicianship 

with graceful phrasing and 

a warm soulful tone. 

Master Class with 

Ross Beacraft, Trumpet 


Saturday, March 18 10 am – noon 

Trumpeter Ross Beacraft 

performs as Principal 

Trumpet with the Elgin 

Symphony, Chicago Opera 

Theater and the Chicago 

Brass Quintet. 

Passport to Russia 

Elgin Symphony Orchestra 

Listeners Club 


Wednesdays, March 1, 29 1 – 3 pm 

Broaden your understanding of the 

music to be performed that week. 

Please register at www.elginsymphony.org, 

or call 847-888-0404 ext. 238 to reserve 

your seat. 

Under Crown and Commissar: 

The Russian Arts in the Gold 

and Silver Ages 


Tuesday, March 14 7 – 8:30 pm 

Against the backdrop of the Elgin 

Symphony Orchestra’s Russia season, 

ECC Associate Dean of Liberal, Visual, and 

Performing Arts Dr. Irina Del Genio and 

ECC Russian Language instructor John 

Schwartz will present a talk on 19th and 

early 20th Century Russia. R 

Russian Tea 

Elgin History Museum 360 Park St., Elgin 

Sunday, March 5 

Passport to Russia Reception 

Hemmens Cultural Center 45 Symphony Way 

Friday, May 5 6:30 – 9:30 pm 

For Passport to Russia information, 

visit gailborden.info/russia. R 

Films 

Brown Bag Lunch Classic Films 


2nd Mondays 11 am – 1 pm 

Coffee will be served. 

March 13 Dial M for Murder 

(1954, PG) 

April 10 Mr. Deeds Goes to Town 

(1936, NR) 


Reel Women for Real Women 


4th Tuesdays 6 pm 

Co-sponsored by the AAUW Elgin Area 

Branch. A film and discussion focused on 

women’s issues. 

March 28 Loving (2016, PG-13) 

April 25 Postcards from the Edge 

(1990, R) 

Race: The Power of an Illusion 

The Centre of Elgin 100 Symphony Way 

Wednesdays, April 5, 12, 19 6:30 – 8:30 pm 

Professor Joyce Fountain will challenge 

our most common assumptions about 

race. Dessert and refreshments for 

attendees. Childcare, crafts and snacks 

provided for children. 

Sponsored by CERL, BHFF, ECP, EHRC, GBPL, YLA and YWCA. 


Technology Classes and Programs R 

Classes are open to district residents and are held in the Computer Training Room unless otherwise noted. Registration is 

required and opens three weeks prior to the scheduled class date. For classes in a series, refer to the registration date for the 

first class. Register online at gailborden.info/register, by phone 847-429-4597, or in person at the Registration Desk. 

Computer Basics Series 

4/5 Mouse & Keyboard Basics 

4/12 Computer Basics 

4/19 Internet Basics 

4/26 Outlook Email Basics 

Computer Basics Classes 

3/8 Windows 10 Basics 

4/19 Windows 10 Basics 

4/26 File Management Basics 

1 – 2:30 pm 

7 – 8:30 pm 

New! Smartphone Photography Basics 

The Rakow Branch Living Room 

Learn about the basic features and functions of your smartphone’s 

camera. Android and iPhone welcome. Must bring your device. 

4/27 Smartphone Photography Basics 10 – 11:30 am 

Google Tools Series 

South Elgin Branch Hoffer Room 

Note: These classes will be held in the Hoffer Room at the South Elgin 

Branch after normal operating hours. Please arrive on time as the 

doors will be locked at 7:05 pm. 

Tuesdays, March 7 – March 28 7 – 8:30 pm 

3/7 Google Tools: Sheets 

3/14 Google Tools: Slides 

3/21 Google Tools: Calendar 

3/28 Google Tools: Forms 

QuickBooks Series 

Thursdays, March 9 – April 20 

No class held March 30. 

3/9 QuickBooks: Basics 

3/16 QuickBooks: Getting Started 

3/23 QuickBooks: Working with Items 

4/6 QuickBooks: All About Customers 

4/13 QuickBooks: All About Vendors 

4/20 QuickBooks: Wrap Up & Reports 

7 – 8:30 pm 

Software & Apps 

4/4 Craigslist Basics 7 – 8:30 pm 

4/11 Cutting the Cable Cord 5 – 6:30 pm 

This class will be held in the Elgin Room. 

Microsoft Office 2013 

MS Word Series 

Mondays, April 3 – April 24 

7 – 8:30 pm 

4/3 MS Word: Basics 

4/10 MS Word: Formatting Docs 

4/17 MS Word: Editing Tools 

4/24 MS Word: Tables, Images and Graphics 

MS Excel Series 

Wednesdays, March 15 – April 12 

3/15 MS Excel: Basics 

3/22 MS Excel: Charts & Graphs 

3/29 MS Excel: Formulas & Functions 

4/5 MS Excel: Working with Tables 

4/12 MS Excel: Advanced Topics 

7 – 8:30 pm 

MS PowerPoint Series 


Note: These classes will be held in the Hoffer Room at the South Elgin 

Branch after normal operating hours. Please arrive on time as the doors 

will be locked at 7:05 pm. 

Tuesdays, April 18 – April 25 

7 – 8:30 pm 

4/18 MS PowerPoint: Basics 

4/25 MS PowerPoint: Special Effects 

New! WordPress Series 

Saturdays, March 11 – March 26 10 – 11:30 am 

3/11 Create Your Own Website 

Get your first website up and running using WordPress.com. Learn how to 

register an account, establish a domain name and more. 

3/18 Design Your Website 

Learn to map your pages to a menu list, add a theme and customize the 

style and layout of your website using images and color schemes. 

3/25 Add Function to Your Website 

Use add-ons known as widgets to give your website special functionality 

for displaying image galleries, featured posts and social media icons. 

Quiet Lab in the Computer Training Room 

For district residents age 

18 and up. No registration 

but please sign in at the 

Computer Center desk. 

Mondays 

Fridays 

Sundays 

9 am – 4:30 pm 

1 – 5:30 pm 

Noon – 5 pm 


Business, Career and Resume Assistance 

New! Coding Class 

Two Sessions 

Mondays, March 13 – 27 

7 – 8:30 pm 

Saturdays, April 8 – 22 

10 – 11:30 am 

3/13, 4/8 HTML Basics 

Learn the programming language that 

powers the web and basic page structure 

and formatting. 

3/20, 4/15 HTML and CSS Basics 

Using a pre-structured set of HTML pages, 

learn how to link pages and create menus. 

Then start styling page elements with CSS. 

3/27, 4/22 CSS Beyond the Basics 

Learn more advanced techniques 

for styling your web page using the 

programming language CSS. 

Device Advice 

Need help figuring out how to use your 

tablet, smartphone or eReader? Bring 

your device to the library for some 

one-on-one help! This program is for 

district residents only. 


2nd Thursday of every month 

Thursday, March 9, April 13 

9:30 – 11:30 am 

Rakow Branch Computer Café 

1st Thursday, March 2, April 6 

9:30 – 11:30 am 

3rd Thursday, March 16, April 20 

9:30 – 11:30 am 


4th Thursday of every month 

Thursday, March 23, April 27 

10 am – noon 

IDES Unemployment and 

Illinois Job Link Assistance 


Tuesdays 1 – 4 pm 

Get help filing for unemployment 

benefits and registering on the 

Illinois Job Link website. 

Check www.gailborden.info/events for locations and 

times. In partnership with the Illinois Department 

of Employment Security. For 

information, call 1-800-244-5631 

or visit www.ides.illinois.gov. 

Job Search & Resume Help 


Tuesdays 1 – 4 pm 

Drop in for one-on-one assistance with 

your job search. Receive help with your 

resume, cover letter, completing online 

applications and more. 

Job Training Information 

Session 

Main Library Conference Room 

Wednesdays 9:30 – 11 am 

Training grants are available to 

help you get a job. 

Check www.gailborden.info/events for 

specific locations and times. In partnership 

with the Kane County Office of Community 

Reinvestment. For information, call 630-844-8768. 

Selling Online? 

Do It Like a Pro 


Wednesday, April 19 6:30 – 8 pm 

Discover the essentials of establishing 

and maintaining an e-commerce site. 

Learn about start-up costs, credit card 

processor options and obtaining sales. 

Money Smart Week is April 23 – 29 

Keep it Safe 


Monday, April 24 6:30 pm 

Protect your finances and identity by 

learning about federal deposit insurance, 

identity theft and more. R 

Charge it Right, Pay it Right 

Main Library Meadows Community Room B 

Wednesday, April 26 7 – 8:30 pm 

Learn about credit cards: how to choose 

the right one for you and what to do when 

a credit card is lost or stolen. 

Para una descripción en español, 

vea la página 14. ES 

Elgin Alive 

Car Buying 



Para una descripción en español, 


6 – 7 pm Car Financing in 2017: 

What You Need To Know 

Buying a new car? Taking 

out a loan? Learn about 

resources at the library that will help 

prepare you for buying a car. 

7 – 8 pm Financing Options 

Elgin State Bank and Kane County 

Teachers Credit Union 

8 – 8:45 pm Buying or Selling a Car 

What to look for with Tom Brockner of 

Tom’s Auto Clinic. 

Technology and Computer 

Classes in Spanish 

See page 15 for a list 

of classes for 

Spanish speakers. 

Brewing by the River: 

Beer 101 and the History of 

Elgin’s Beer Breweries 

Main Library Meadows Community Rooms AB 

Tuesday, March 21 7 – 8:30 pm 

Don Pielin will give us an introduction to 

general brewing then discuss the history 

of breweries in Elgin. Wait until you hear 

the story of Elgin during prohibition! 

The City in a Garden 

Main Library Meadows Community Rooms AB 

Tuesday, April 18 7 – 8:30 pm 

Julia S. Bachrach, author of The City in 

a Garden: A History of Chicago’s Parks, 

will illuminate Chicago’s remarkable 

park system. 


Education 

Discussion Groups 

Embracing Dyslexia 

for Educators 

Regional Office of Education Kane County 

Institute Day for Teachers 


Friday, March 3 8 am – 3 pm 

Learn about Dyslexia: the signs, the 

importance of early intervention, reading 

programs that work and effective 

strategies. 6 CPDU. 

Boxed lunches can be purchased on site. To register, 

go to www.kaneroe.org/institute-day-2017. For more 

information, contact Julia Langlois at 847-608-5011. 

Literacy and Language 

Workshop: Extending 

Literacy Experiences in 

Early Childhood Settings 


Our message 

Thursday, March 9 6:30 – 8:30 pm 

critical period of early brain development. 8 

Early childhood educators 

are invited to a workshop on 

literacy and language for 

children from birth to five 

years. Participants are eligible 

for ExceleRate/Gateways 

credentials. Please 

bring your ID number; 

forms will be supplied. 

Presenter: U-46 Give 

Me Five. R 

We have adopted a straightforward message to share with parents and caregivers. 

Using these five simple practices from birth on will help children learn during the 

Round Table on 

Public Education 


Thursday, April 20 6:30 – 8 pm 

Join Illinois Humanities and Gail Borden 

Library for a round table with local 

elected officials, journalists, faith leaders, 

students and community leaders to 

discuss public education expectations 

and what families can do to help. 

Literacy Connection 

Literacy Connection Tutor Training 

Main Library 

Saturdays, March 11, 18 9:30 am – 4:30 pm 

Volunteers are needed to tutor adults 

in ESL (English as a Second Language) 

and Basic Literacy Skills. If you are 

at least 18 years old, can read, write 

and speak English, we can train you to 

Elgin 360 Photography Club 


2nd Thursdays 7 – 8:30 pm 

Photography enthusiasts of all skill 

levels are invited to learn, share, teach 

and photograph life. Join us for a free 

presentation and discussion. Bring your 

camera if you have specific questions 

about your gear. 


Pet Photography: Learn how to take 

better pet photographs. 


Hitting the Streets: Streetscape photos. 

New Group! 

Evening Chess Club 



2nd & 4th Thursdays, 

March 9, 23, April 13, 27 5 – 7 pm 

All skill levels and ages 10+ are invited. 

Feel free to bring your own board. Some 

help will be provided to beginners. 

Armchair Generals: A Civil 

War and Lincoln Brown Bag 

Lunch Interest Group 



2nd Tuesdays 11:45 am – 1:15 pm 


Dignity of Duty: The Journals of 

Erasmus Corwin Gilbreath 

Paul W. Grasmehr, Reference Coordinator 

of the Pritzker Military Museum and 

Library in Chicago, will discuss Gilbreath’s 

battlefield journals. 


The Elgin Civil War Experience 

Learn about Elgin’s Civil War history and 

upcoming reenactment. Ken Gough 

presents. 

become a volunteer literacy tutor. 

Please contact info@elginliteracy.org, 

www.elginliteracy.org, or 847-742-6565 

for information. *A one-hour orientation 

precedes the training. 

Poetry Writers Workshop 



1st Mondays, March 6, April 3 

6:30 – 8:30 pm 

This is a group for local poets to share 

what they have written. Gareth Mann 

Sitz, poet and songwriter, will facilitate. 

Poetry Alive! 


Tuesday, April 11 7 – 8:30 pm 

To celebrate National Poetry Month, 

enjoy an evening of poetry reading 

by members of the GBPLD Poetry 

Writers Group. 

Listen, Learn and Lead 

Toastmasters Club 



2nd & 4th Thursdays Noon – 1 pm 

Become the speaker and leader you 

want to be. 

Veterans Information 

Networking Session 

Coffee and tea will be served. 



3rd Thursdays 7 – 8:30 pm 


Service Connected Disability 

Compensation — What is it and do 

I qualify? 


Veterans Voices, a new volunteer 

opportunity for veterans. 

Writers on the Fox 


4th Mondays, March 27, April 24 

7 – 8:30 pm 

This writer’s peer group will 

inspire and motivate you with 

thought-provoking writing prompts 

and constructive critique. Writers of 

all genres are welcome to participate. 


Languages and Citizenship 

Book Clubs 

French Conversation Group 



3rd Mondays, March 20, April 17 

6:30 – 8:30 pm 

Refresh and enhance your knowledge of French 

language and culture with Dennis Schwank. 

German Conversation Group 


4th Wednesdays, March 22, April 26 

7 – 8:30 pm 

The group is led by John Schwartz, who will 

present articles and videos about to be 

discussed auf Deutsch. 

English Conversation Group 


Tuesdays 

6:30 – 7:30 pm 

Practice having everyday conversations in 

English, improve your pronunciation and gain 

confidence with a tutor from the Literacy 

Connection. Para una descripción en español, 


Go Bilingual 


Every Wednesday 6 – 7 pm 

Experience the warmth and cultural interaction 

of learning a new language with a native 

speaker. The class is taught by Betty Martínez. 

Para una descripción en español, vea la página 15. ES 

Spanish Café 


1st and 3rd Monday Noon – 1 pm 

Intermediate-level participants will practice 

structured and spontaneous conversations in 

Spanish. Participants also will learn vocabulary. 

Para una descripción en español, vea la página 15. ES 

Citizenship Conversation Group 


Thursdays, March 2, 16, April 6, 20 

6:30 – 7:30 pm 

Practice English for the naturalization/ 

citizenship interview and review the questions 

for the history/civics test. Presented by The 

Literacy Connection. Para una descripción en 

español, vea la página 15. ES 

Great Books Discussion Group 


2nd Mondays 

6:55 pm 

Co-sponsored by the American Association of 

University Women Elgin Branch. 

March 13 Lear, Tolstoy, and the Fool 

by George Orwell 

April 17 Poems in Leaves of Grass 

by Walt Whitman. 

Explore the impact the Civil War had on 

Whitman’s poetry style. 

Contemporary Fiction Book Club 


3rd Wednesdays 7 – 8:30 pm 

March 15 The Boys In The Boat 

by Daniel James Brown 

April 19 Station Eleven 

by Emily St. John Mandel 

Novels at Night 


Thursdays 

6:30 – 7:30 pm 

March 16 A Man Called Ove 

by Fredrik Backman 

April 20 Lord of Misrule by Jaimy Gordon 

Rakow Readers 


Mondays 

1:30 – 2:30 pm 

March 27 Lord of Misrule by Jaimy Gordon 

April 24 The Turner House by Angela Flournoy 

Café Latino: 

¿Muerta?...¡Pero de la Risa! 


Monday, March 27 6 – 7:30 pm 

Come to talk about self-esteem and other topics 

in the book of the month, ¿Muerta?...¡Pero de la 

Risa! by María Antonieta Collins. Light refreshments. 

In partnership with Centro de Información. This 

program will be presented in Spanish. Para una 


Walking Book Club 

The Centre of Elgin 

Wednesdays, 7 pm 

Join us for a 45-minute walk on the track. A lively 

book discussion will follow. For more details, contact 

Christine Padilla at 847-289-5829. 



Programas en español y inglés 

Padres y Familias 

¡Celebra la semana nacional de las bibliotecas! 

Comida por multas 

El 8 a 15 de abril 

Biblioteca principal, sucursal Rakow y 

sucursal South Elgin 

1 lata de comida = 1$ descuento de multa 

• No habrá limite en artículos aceptados. 

• Excluye cargos de reemplazo por 

materiales extraviados. 

• Todos los artículos donados tendrán 

que ser no perecederos. 

• Dulces, agua embotellada, artículos en 

envases de vidrio, artículos abiertos, 

caducados, o dañados no serán 

aceptados. 

Sus donaciones beneficiarían a las 

despensas locales. 

Cuentos para la familia 

Biblioteca Principal Salones de Cuentos 

15 marzo al 26 de abril 

Los miércoles 6:30 – 7 pm 

¡30 minutos de cuentos, música, rimas, 

manualidades y actividades para el 

disfrute de toda la familia! For a description 

in English, see page 6. 

Picassos Preescolares 


En la Sala de Cuentos 

Lunes 6 de marzo 

Miércoles 8 de marzo 

Jueves 9 de marzo 

9:30 – 11 am 

3 – 4:30 pm 

9:30 – 11 am 

6:30 – 8 pm 

9:30 – 11 am 

Viernes 10 de marzo 10 – 11:30 am 

En este programa los niños visitarán 

estaciones de arte para compartir en 

actividades que fomentan la creatividad y 

la imaginación. For a description in English, 

see page 5. 

Fiesta en Familia: La Bruja 

que No fue a la Escuela 

Biblioteca Principal 

Salones de la Comunidad Meadows 

Miércoles 8 de marzo 6 – 8 pm 

Escribe e ilustra con el maestro y autor 

Raúl Castillo. Presentará su libro La Bruja 

que no fue a la Escuela. Habrá cuentos, 

manualidades y refrigerios. Recomendada 

para familias con al menos 1 niño en los 

grados 3 o a 6 o . For a description in English, 

see page 2. R 

Clases del Lenguaje de Señas 

Americano 


Salón de la Comunidad Meadows 

Los martes, 14 de marzo al 18 de abril 

6 – 7 pm 

Esa clase de seis partes del lenguaje de 

señas americano en español es para 

familias con niños con discapacidades o 

dificultades auditivas. Será presentada 

por CHOICES for Parents. For a description in 

English, see page 2. 

Lección de Baile: Ritmos 

Latinoamericanos 


Salones de la Comunidad Meadows 

Martes 14 de marzo y jueves 13 de abril 

7 – 8 pm 

Prepara tus zapatos para ritmos 

latinoamericanos de ayer y hoy. Ritmos 

incluyen salsa y bachata. No se requiere 

experiencia previa ni pareja. For a 

description in English, see page 2. 

Two Rivers Parent Meetings 

Padres que tienen niños entre recién 

nacidos y los 5 años pueden aprender a 

mantener a sus familias saludables en 

cuerpo y mente. For a description in English, 

see page 2. 

Consejos para los Padres 


Martes 4 de abril 

Salón Elgin 

4:30 – 5:30 pm 

Nuevo y Mejorado: Servicio de 

Pace I-90 

Biblioteca Principal Salón Grove 

(anteriormente Salón South Elgin) 

Lunes 10 de abril 6:30 pm 

Lunes 17 de abril 11 am 

Pace ha creado un nuevo servicio que 

utiliza el recientemente reconstruido 

I-90 entre Elgin y Rosemont CTA 

Blue Line. Aprende sobre el acceso a 

trabajos, compras y entretenimiento 

en los suburbios vecinos y la ciudad de 

Chicago. Recibe información de nuevas 

rutas, servicios Park–n–Rides, y la salida 

exclusiva para los autobuses de River 

Road Toll Plaza. For a description in English, 

see page 8. 

Día del Niño 2017 

Elgin High School Auditorio 

Sábado 29 de abril 9 am – 1 pm 

Familias, acompáñenos al celebrar 

la importancia de los niños en la 

familia con actividades y juegos 

divertidos. El programa será en 

español e inglés. La admisión 

es gratis. Busca tus boletos en 

el escritorio de KidSpace en la 

Biblioteca Principal o en las dos 

sucursales Rakow y South Elgin. 

For a description in English, see page 2. 

Dinero Hecho Fácil 

23 al 29 de abril 

Cóbralo Bien, Págalo Bien 


Salón de la Comunidad Meadows B 

Miércoles 26 de abril 7 – 8:30 pm 

Aprende sobre las tarjetas de crédito: 

cómo escoger la mejor opción para 

compras en persona y en línea, las tarjetas 

‘rewards’, sus beneficios, 

compras seguras, pagos 

con teléfonos, y más. For 

a description in English, see 

page 11. 

Comprando un Carro 

Biblioteca Principal Salón Elgin 

Jueves 27 de abril 6 – 8:45 pm 

For a description in English, see page 11. 

7 – 8 pm Opciones de financiamiento 

Con Elgin State Bank y Kane County 

Teachers Credit Union. 

8 – 8:45 pm Comprando o Vendiendo 

un Carro 

Aprende lo que debes saber con Tom 

Brockner, mecánico de Tom’s Auto Clinic. 

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Language and 

Citizenship Idiomas 

y Ciudadanía 

Grupo de Conversación 

en Inglés 

Biblioteca Principal Salón de Conferencias 

Todos los martes 6:30 – 7:30 pm 

Practica conversar en inglés, mejora tu 

pronunciación y adquiere confianza con 

un tutor del Literacy Connection. For a 


Clase Futuros Bilingües 


Todos los miércoles 6 – 7 pm 

Ven y disfruta un ambiente acogedor al 

aprender el inglés y español con otras 

personas que lo hablan como primer 

idioma. La maestra Betty Martínez 

conduce las clases. For a description in 

English, see page 13. 

Grupo de Conversación 

en Español 


Primer y tercer lunes del mes 

Mediodía – 1 pm 

Participantes de nivel intermedio 

practican conversaciones estructuradas 

y espontáneas en español. Énfasis en 

ayudar a participantes a responder en 

español o a empezar conversaciones 

en español con mayor fluidez. For a 


Grupo de Conversación para 

la Ciudadanía 


Jueves marzo 2 y 16 y april 6 y 20 

6:30 – 7:30 pm 

Practica el inglés que vas a necesitar 

para el exámen de historia y cívica. 

Presentado por Literacy Connection. For 

a description in English, see page 13. 

Café Latino: 

¿Muerta?...¡Pero de la Risa! 


Lunes 27 de marzo 6 – 7:30 pm 

Hablamos de los temas en el libro 

¿Muerta?...¡Pero de la Risa! por María 

Antonieta Collins. Habrá refrigerios 

ligeros. En asociación con el Centro de 

Información. For a description in English, 

see page 13. 

Classes de Technologia Dos Series Nuevas en Español 

Inscríbete para todas las clases en la serie o para una solamente. Estas clases 

sin costo son para todos. Las clases se reúnen en el Salón de Entrenamiento de 

Computación en la Biblioteca Principal ubicada en 270 N. Grove Ave. 

Serie 1: Computación 

para Todos 

Para usuarios principiantes o que ya 

saben algo y quieren aprender más. 

Introducción a las 

Computadoras 

Sábado 11 de marzo 

1:30 – 2:30 pm 

Aprendemos sobre los diferentes tipos 

de computadoras, incluyendo celulares 

y tabletas y los principales sistemas 

operativos: Apple, Android y Windows. 

Programas Word 

y Google Docs 

Sábado 18 de marzo 2:30 – 4 pm 

Aprende a crear y compartir 

documentos para tu vida diaria y el 

trabajo - flyers, cartas, invitaciones o 

reportes - y enriquecerlos con toda 

clase de contenido como imágenes, 

hiperenlaces, o una captura de pantalla. 

Programas Excel 

y Google Docs 

Sábado 25 de marzo 2:30 – 4 pm 

Aprende a crear y compartir hojas de 

cálculos y tablas de texto para tu vida 

diaria y el trabajo. 

Serie 2: Internet para Todos 

Habrá cuentos y actividades para niños 8 

y menores de los adultos en las clases. 

(Niños mayores de los 8 años pueden 

estar en el Centro de Niños sin un padre) 

Conéctate y Googlea 

Sábado 1 de abril 2:30 – 4 pm 

Aprendemos sobre opciones para 

conectarse al Internet para teléfonos, 

tabletas y computadoras. Conocemos 

los navegadores como Mozilla Firefox y 

Google Chrome. Y recibimos consejos 

útiles para encontrar lo que nos 

interesa—noticias, información para 

tareas, compras y entretenimiento— 

usando Google. 

Socializa: Comunícate 

y Comparte 


Conocemos y exploramos los 

diferentes servicios y aplicaciones para 

comunicarnos y compartir con otros— 

correo electrónico (Gmail) y aplicaciones 

móviles para enviar mensajes (WhatsApp). 

Socializa Más y Navega Seguro 


Exploramos las redes sociales más 

populares (Facebook, Instagram). 

Aprendemos a proteger nuestra 

privacidad y seguridad y la de la familia. 

Recibimos consejos para realizar 

transacciones seguras y proteger las 

computadoras, teléfonos celulares 

y tabletas. 

Salones Abiertos con Asistencia Individual en Español 

No tienes que registrarte para pasar y recibir ayuda. Puedes usar una computadora 

en el salón o traer tu computadora, tableta o teléfono. 

Aprende a Usar el 

Teclado y Ratón 

Sábado 11 de marzo 

1:30 – 2:30 pm 

¿Quieres aprender a usar el teclado y 

ratón de una computadora, repasar lo 

que sabes o tienes preguntas? 

Crea una cuenta de correo 

Sábado 8 de abril 1:30 – 2:30 pm 

¿Quieres crear una cuenta, sincronizarla 

con tu celular o acceder a una que ya 

tienes pero estás teniendo problemas? 

¿Tienes preguntas, necesitas ayuda al inscribirte, 

o necesitas asistencia tecnológica o clases 

durante otro día/tiempo o ubicación? Contacta 

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Board of Trustees: 

Jean Bednar, President 

Elizabeth Kruger, Vice President 

Sue Moylan, Treasurer 

Patricia Harkin, Secretary 

Herb Gross 

Penny Wegman 

Library Director - Carole Medal 

Newsletter Editor - Denise Raleigh 

Graphic Designer - Laura Espinoza 

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Main Library 

270 N. Grove Ave. 

Elgin, IL 60120 

847–742–2411 

Hours 

Monday – Thursday 

9 am – 9 pm 

Friday – Saturday 

9 am – 6 pm 

Sunday 

Noon – 5 pm 

Rakow Branch 

2751 W. Bowes Rd. 


847–531–7271 

Hours 


9 am – 8 pm 

Friday – Saturday 

9 am – 5 pm 

Sunday 

Noon – 5 pm 

ECRWSS 

LOCAL POSTAL PATRON 


127 S. McLean Blvd. 

South Elgin, IL 60177 

847–931–2090 

Hours 


10 am – 7 pm 

Saturday 

10 am – 4 pm 

Sunday 

Noon – 4 pm 

Non-Profit Organization 

U.S. Postage 

PAID 


Permit No. 164 

Carrier Route Sort 

Thank you 

community. 

Due to our work with 

many partners, your 

library received the 

nation’s highest honor 

conferred on museums and libraries 

for service to the community: 

the National Medal for 

Museum and Library Services. 

¡Programas en Español! 

Vea las páginas 14-15. 

Photo Release - All program 

participants agree to be photographed 

during library activities and programs 

for use in future library publications. 

This newsletter contains recycled 

paper and soy-based inks. 

Library News 

Library Closing 

The Main Library, Rakow Branch and 

South Elgin Branch will be closed 

Sunday, April 16 for Easter. 

Soon to be Famous Illinois 

Author to be Announced in 

April 

The winner of the 2017 contest will be 

announced during National Library Week 

on either April 13 or 14. Watch for details 

on the Library’s website. 

2nd Annual Authors Fair 

Main Library Meadows Community Room 

Sunday, April 23 2 – 4 pm 

Discover a brand-new author at the 

2nd Annual Authors Fair. Meet authors 

from Elgin and the Midwest. Books will 

be available for purchase and signing. 

Refreshments will be served. 

Celebrate National 

Library Week! 

Food for Fines 

April 8 – 15 

Main Library, Rakow Branch and South Elgin 

Branch 

1 item = $1 waived in overdue fines 

• No limit on the number of items 

accepted. 

• Replacement charges for lost material 

not included. 

• Donated items must be nonperishable. 

• Candy, bottled water, items in class jars, 

opened or outdated items, or dented 

cans not accepted. 

Food donations benefit local food 

pantries. 

Gail Borden Library staff who celebrated milestone anniversaries are pictured at the Library Staff 

Training Day February 3. These staffmembers represent 350 years of library service!

March April Newsletter 2017

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